Educational Opportunities

Our Workshop Series provides partners the opportunity to learn in a classroom setting led by experts in their field. These educational courses are interactive, engaging and offer professional development. As with most CEP programs and initiatives, all of these educational opportunities (except for exCEPtional Mornings) are FREE to our partners as part of maximizing their Return on Investment!

Networking University sponsored by

Networking newbies or those that need a refresher now is your chance to learn the secrets of effective business networking. In this lunch workshop discover the real purpose of networking and learn how every person you meet has value. These extremely popular program is held three times a year but will fill-up quickly. Check the calendar for upcoming dates.

CEP 101: Partner Orientation sponsored by

Now that you have joined it’s our time to help you shine. This is a great way for new partners and those that need a refresher learn how we can help you gain visibility through our events and programs. Held the last Wednesday of each month at 8:30 am in the CEP Board Room, each session includes a light breakfast. Reserve your spot today!

Tuesday Talks sponsored by

Tuesday Talks, sponsored by Rasmussen University, feature CEP Partners sharing their expertise on a variety of business education and personal development topics. Held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8:15 am in the CEP Board Room. A light breakfast is served. Check the Calendar for upcoming topics and reserve your spot today.

Friday Talks sponsored by

Friday Talks, which are sponsored by TD Bank, feature speakers sharing their knowledge on a variety of business education and financial literacy topics. The sessions are held on the last Friday of each month at the CEP in the Douglas P. Cone Boardroom beginning with Networking at 8:15am. A light breakfast is served. Check the Calendar for upcoming topics and reserve your spot today.

President’s Lunch

Come have lunch with the President and learn more about the Chamber. Go ahead, give us your thoughts and ideas about how we can better serve you. The President's Lunch is hosted the last Monday of most months. For more information or to reserve a spot, please contact J ess.

exCEPtional Mornings sponsored by

Every morning is an exCEPtional Morning in the Ocala Metro! This monthly breakfast has become a can't miss opportunity for nearly 400 partners to hear from a speaker of significance to the business community and to network with hundreds of local leaders. Held the 3rd Wednesday morning of each month at the Reilly Arts Center. These breakfasts sell-out fast, so reserve your spot today!