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| Talent Lives Here. The Talent Development Council, comprising prominent workforce and education organizations in the Capital Region, has introduced a platform that links job seekers and businesses to community resources. Bank mergers and acquisitions frequent headlines these days. Two major banks have joined forces to broaden their reach, improving service accessibility and boosting their capacity for community investment. ✨
Quick SummaryFor the 465th issue, here’s what’s up: Workforce Dev: Newly Launched TLHTalent.com Merger: Pinnacle Financial Partners + Synovus Featured: AERO | Florida SBDC Networking + Business Events
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| 💡 The Talent Development Council has launched TLHTalent.com. The Talent Development Council (TDC) has introduced TLHTalent.com, the first centralized online platform in the Capital Region that connects job seekers, employers, and community resources. It offers a one-stop destination for industry spotlights, training opportunities, job boards, and essential support services like transportation and childcare assistance. In 2021, TDC was formed with key workforce and education leaders from the Capital Region. They created the One Vision strategic plan that continues to adapt to the evolving needs of the community, education, and workforce sectors, supporting strong collaboration to build a robust local talent pipeline. “This platform fills a critical gap by unifying our community’s resources and showcasing the depth of opportunity in our local economy,” said Corrie Melton, Vice President of Membership & Talent Development at the Chamber. Whether you need job opportunities, training, or business support, TLH Talent links you to the resources and organizations that can assist you in achieving success. 💙
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| 🤝 Pinnacle Financial Partners and Synovus announced a merger. | Pinnacle On July 24, Pinnacle Financial Partners and Synovus Financial announced their plan to merge in an all-stock deal valued at approximately $8.6B, forming one of the Southeast’s largest regional banks with over $115-$116B in assets. The combined bank will operate under the Pinnacle name and brand. There will be no changes to current customer accounts, relationships, or services. Pinnacle shareholders will hold 51.5%, whereas Synovus shareholders will have 48.5%. | The Enterprise World Leadership: Synovus CEO Kevin Blair will take on the roles of CEO and President for the merged company. Pinnacle CEO Terry Turner will step into the position of Chairman. The merger will expand Pinnacle’s footprint to approximately 400 offices across nine states, doubling its current presence and enhancing service access. It will also offer broader products and services, enter new markets, and increase capacity for community investment. 📈 Timeline: Regulatory and shareholder approvals are pending, and the merger is expected to close in Q1 of 2026.
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| | AERO | Florida Small Business Development Center The Alliance of Entrepreneur Resource Organizations (AERO) is a collaborative network of public, private, and nonprofit groups committed to assisting entrepreneurs and small businesses. They help streamline support and facilitate access for entrepreneurs seeking the resources necessary to launch, expand, and maintain their businesses. The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is the largest and most diverse network of small business consultants in Florida, offering no-cost consulting, affordable resources, and expert guidance. With over 220 experienced consultants, many of whom are entrepreneurs themselves. The organization has supported more than 1.7M businesses over nearly 50 years. Its mission is to help businesses launch, grow, and thrive. 🤩 AERO offers valuable resources and holds events and workshops aimed at fostering business growth. Feel free to contact them to learn how they can assist you and your business.
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| | EVENTS NETWORKING + BUSINESS |
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| Tuesday, Aug. 26 Thursday, Aug. 28 Access to Capital for Startups by IGNITE Tallahassee | Thursday, Aug. 28 | 10:30 AM | IGNITE Tallahassee, 1729 W. Paul Dirac Dr. | Register NEBA Luncheon: FSU & the Future of Local Healthcare | Thursday, Aug. 28 | 11:30 AM | Capital City Country Club, 1601 Golf Terrace Dr. | Register
Thursday, Sept. 4
Friday, Sept. 5
Tuesday, Sept. 9
Thursday, Sept. 11 Building Strong Financial Projections by Capital City Chamber | Thursday, Sept. 11 | 5:30 PM | SBDC at FAMU, 625 E. Tennessee St. | Register Business After Hours by the Chamber of Commerce | Thursday, Sept. 11 | 5:30 PM | Hayward House, 228 S. Adams St. | $10 for Access Members - YP, From $15 Register
Monday, Sept. 15 The Economic Club of Florida presents Ronald Temple, Chief Market Strategist for Lazard | Monday, Sept. 15 | 11:30 AM | Capital City Country Club, 1601 Golf Terrace Dr. | Virtual, Onsite Registration
Wednesday, Sept. 17 Top 25 Women You Need To Know Speaker Series by Capital City Chamber, JMI for Global Entrepreneurship, and Women Wednesdays | Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 12 PM | Jim Moran Institute, 111 S. Monroe St. | Register
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| Get ready for our 95th episode this Wednesday on LinkedIn, Facebook, or YouTube, powered by JH Creative. We are excited to have Christina Lynch, the CEO of Trydent Consulting. Got questions? Join us live!
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