The Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce has brought Washington to Miami Lakes
as they hosted United States Representative Mario Diaz-Balart as guest speaker of their in-person monthly luncheon this September 8th. Representative Diaz-Balart is a Republican U.S. Representative for Florida’s 25th congressional district.
Mr. Diaz-Balart was elected in 2002 and his current district includes much of Southwestern Miami-Dade County, including the city of Hialeah and much of the northern portion of the Everglades. Over 50 Chamber members and guests, consisting of various business owners across Miami Lakes and Town officials, were seated in the lavish Shula’s Hotel and Golf Club Grand Slam Ballroom. Aside from the regular networking opportunities and activities, Chamber members were given the chance to mingle with and directly question their acting representative in Congress.
Representative Diaz-Balart used his speaking opportunity to update his Miami Lakes constituents on the continued efforts to earn the Town of Miami Lakes its own zip code. He stated, “I’m proud to continue my work with Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid to advance our local transportation priorities and continue the fight for a unique ZIP Code for the Town of Miami Lakes.”
Representative Diaz-Balart also passionately discussed Washington’s Federal budget discussions and passionately presented his viewpoint and optimism for the future of the United States of America to Chamber members. Following Mr. Diaz-Balart’s words, the Chamber recognized and awarded its newest members with printed Certificates of Membership. Similarly, Chamber Member and Public Relation Director of the American Legion Post 144, Pedro Fiallo, awarded Certificates of Appreciation to members who had supported local veterans through events, donations or otherwise.
Members were served a full course meal provided by Shula’s Hotel and Golf Club and enjoyed pastries as dessert provided by local franchise Vicky Bakery. Subsequently, president of the Chamber, Fred Senra of Miami Lakes Automall, announced the return of the Town of Miami Lakes Business Networking Social hosted by the Town’s Economic Development Committee, the local chapter of BNI Excellence, and the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce, themselves!
The Networking Social will be held on Wednesday, September 15th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This is a ticketed event which requires registration. Visit the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce social media accounts for registration information or visit www.toml.eventbrite.com. The Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce’s next regular monthly luncheon will be October 13th at 11:30 am. Visit the Chamber’s website to pre-register at www.miamilakeschamber.com.
