Endeavor Winter Haven

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From annual events like Trailblazers to socials at local venues, Endeavor seeks to connect, inspire and engage young professionals through networking, learning and serving the community. Here is a closer look at Endeavor events that inspire young professionals to engage with one another and develop professionally.

Educational Programs
Endeavor hosts educational programs featuring speakers on topics such as professional development, business growth, community development and so much more. Network with other young professionals and dive into new topics and opportunities. 

Socials
While connections can be made at any Endeavor event, socials are a great way to kick back, relax and network with like-minded individuals. Socials can span from paddleboarding on the Chain of Lakes to enjoying a refreshing beverage at a local venue. Through networking socials young professionals are given the opportunity to get to know one another professionally and personally.

Trailblazers
Endeavor's Annual Trailblazers round table event offers a unique opportunity to sit face-to-face with established professionals and community leaders. These local Trailblazers discuss their careers, habits, hardships, and accomplishments followed by questions from attendees in small group settings. Registration includes food and beverages.

Endeavor Cornhole Classic (more information coming soon)

Endeavors Annual Fundraiser. If your interested in competing or sponsoring email our Special Events Chair - Hailey Cornell at haileyb.cornell@gmail.com.

2024

1st Place: City of Winter Haven - Public Works

2nd Place: SouthState Bank

3rd Place: Crews Bank & Trust

Ultimate Corporate Cup (Event Retired 2023)

Take part in Endeavor's Annual team-building/ adult field day. Teams of 4-6 people representing a business or organization compete in numerous challenges varying from mental challenges to physical activities and games. Teams earn points by successfully completing challenges. For more information or if your interested in competing or sponsoring email our Chair - Tabatha Shirah at tnshirah@gmail.com.

2023

Champions: Legoland Florida

1st Runner-Up: City of Winter Haven Fire Department

2nd Runner-Up: Citizen's Bank & Trust

Most Team Spirit: Clifton Larson Allen LLP

2022

Champions: Freedom Boat Club Winter Haven

1st Runner-Up: 

2nd Runner-Up: 

2019

Champions: Coca Cola

1st Runner-Up: Legoland Florida

2nd Runner-Up: Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate



    Upcoming events

      • April 10, 2025
      • 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
      • 140 6th St SW, Winter Haven, FL 33880
      Register


      Rise & shine young professionals, it's coffee time! Endeavor is excited to host our quarterly Caffeinated Conversations at Honeycomb Bread Bakers!

      Registration opens March 1, 2025

      Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025

      Time: 7:30 -8:30 a.m.

      Where: Honeycomb Bread Bakers

      Hear from Endeavor Board Members about how to get the most out of your Endeavor Membership, exclusive updates about upcoming events and of course networking with other like-minded young professionals.

      Registration is FREE for Endeavor Members and $5 for Non-Members, registration includes a cup of coffee and engaging conversation. 


      • April 15, 2025
      • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce, 3rd Floor
      Register

      Monthly Committee Meetings are open to Endeavor General Membership.

      Date: 3rd Tuesday of Every Month

      Time: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

      Location:  Winter Haven Chamber, SouthState Bank Conference Room (3rd Floor) 

      Immediately after meetings Committee Members meet up at Grove Roots for Tuesday Trivia starting at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome,  guest please RSVP so committee members reserve enough tables.


      • April 29, 2025
      • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      • 4200 Country Club Rd, Winter Haven, FL 33881
      • 51
      Register


      At this special event, young and established professionals will have the unique opportunity to sit at a table with leaders in the community. The Trailblazers will introduce themselves to the group and then will have 8 minutes at each table to discuss their career, habits, hardships, and accomplishments while attendees ask questions and learn from these leaders. This event allows you to network with other like-minded professionals while sharing powerful strategies, tips, and questions that will help you grow! 

      2025 Trailblazers:

      *Betsy  Cleveland, President & CEO - Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce

      *Kim Long, Executive Director - Polk Vision

      *Melony Bell, Supervisor of Elections - Polk County

      announcing additional Trailblazers soon...


      CATERED BY: The Country Club of Winter Haven 

      LOCATION: Clubhouse at The Country Club of Winter Haven (2nd Floor Dining Room)

      TIME: 5:00pm - 8:00pm (Round Table starts at 6:00 p.m.)

      Everyone is welcome to attend! Members of Endeavor receive a great discount so join today if you're a professional in the area between the ages of 21-42! Members $25.00 and Non-Members $45.00.

      Registration opens March 3, 2025, seats are limited! Registration closes on April 22, 2025.

      This year we’re introducing Table Sponsorships ($100 each) which includes two guest tickets, table with company logo and exclusive thank you on Endeavor and Winter Haven Chambers social media pages.  If your company has any questions or interested in sponsoring a table don’t hesitate to reach out to Hailey Cornell, Special Events Chair at haileyb.cornell@gmail.com. 

      • May 20, 2025
      • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce, 3rd Floor
      Registration is closed

      Monthly Committee Meetings are open to Endeavor General Membership.

      Date: 3rd Tuesday of Every Month

      Time: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

      Location:  Winter Haven Chamber, SouthState Bank Conference Room (3rd Floor) 

      Immediately after meetings Committee Members meet up at Grove Roots for Tuesday Trivia starting at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome,  guest please RSVP so committee members reserve enough tables.


      • June 17, 2025
      • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce, 3rd Floor
      Registration is closed

      Monthly Committee Meetings are open to Endeavor General Membership.

      Date: 3rd Tuesday of Every Month

      Time: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

      Location:  Winter Haven Chamber, SouthState Bank Conference Room (3rd Floor) 

      Immediately after meetings Committee Members meet up at Grove Roots for Tuesday Trivia starting at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome,  guest please RSVP so committee members reserve enough tables.


      • July 15, 2025
      • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce, 3rd Floor
      Registration is closed

      Monthly Committee Meetings are open to Endeavor General Membership.

      Date: 3rd Tuesday of Every Month

      Time: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

      Location:  Winter Haven Chamber, SouthState Bank Conference Room (3rd Floor) 

      Immediately after meetings Committee Members meet up at Grove Roots for Tuesday Trivia starting at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome,  guest please RSVP so committee members reserve enough tables.


      • August 19, 2025
      • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce, 3rd Floor
      Registration is closed

      Monthly Committee Meetings are open to Endeavor General Membership.

      Date: 3rd Tuesday of Every Month

      Time: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

      Location:  Winter Haven Chamber, SouthState Bank Conference Room (3rd Floor) 

      Immediately after meetings Committee Members meet up at Grove Roots for Tuesday Trivia starting at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome,  guest please RSVP so committee members reserve enough tables.


    Past events

    March 20, 2025 Education & Exploration: Bud Strang & Rick Baker, Six/Ten Downtown Winter Haven Update
    March 18, 2025 Endeavor Winter Haven - Committee Meeting
    February 27, 2025 Headshot Happy Hour!📸
    February 07, 2025 Education & Exploration: Sunset Kayak Tour
    January 09, 2025 Caffeinated Conversations
    December 06, 2024 December Social - SantaCon Winter Haven Meet-up
    November 19, 2024 November - Board Meeting
    November 12, 2024 Education & Exploration: Anita Strang, Main Street Winter Haven
    October 29, 2024 Celebration Social - PYPA Winter Haven Finalists
    October 24, 2024 Endeavor Cornhole Classic
    October 08, 2024 Spooky Social at Wonder House
    August 29, 2024 Polk Young Professionals Awards
    August 13, 2024 Endeavor Annual Meeting
    July 25, 2024 Ice Cream Social at Delectable Delights
    June 13, 2024 Caffeinated Conversations: Honeycomb & Ripples Updates
    May 22, 2024 May Social: Wine Down Wednesday at Obscure Wine Co.
    April 30, 2024 Trailblazers Round Table
    March 30, 2024 Volunteer Opportunity - Saturday Soup Kitchen
    March 21, 2024 Education & (Self) Exploration: Emily Rogers Leadership Course
    February 06, 2024 Headshot Happy Hour!📸
    January 18, 2024 Caffeinated Conversations: City of Winter Haven Project Updates
    December 16, 2023 Volunteer Opportunity - Saturday Soup Kitchen
    December 15, 2023 Membership Committee Meeting
    December 07, 2023 Baking Spirits Bright - Holiday Cookie Social Presented by Gourmet Goodies
    November 16, 2023 Programs Committee Meeting
    November 02, 2023 Appreciation Social - Six/Ten
    October 20, 2023 Ultimate Corporate Cup
    September 20, 2023 Caffeinated Conversations: Haven Coffee Roasters
    August 31, 2023 Board Game Night on Tap: August Social at Union Taproom
    July 21, 2023 July Lunch & Learn with Tina Sweeten from the American Red Cross
    June 27, 2023 Endeavor Annual Meeting
    June 06, 2023 June Member Social
    May 02, 2023 Trailblazers Round Table Event
    March 30, 2023 New Member Social
    March 17, 2023 March Lunch & Learn - Winter Haven Housing Market: Buying, Selling, & Renting
    February 17, 2023 February Lunch & Learn - Winter Haven Housing Market: Buying, Selling, & Renting
    February 16, 2023 February Social: Taste of Winter Haven
    January 25, 2023 January Social: New Year, New Headshot at Headshot Happy Hour!
    January 20, 2023 January Lunch & Learn - Winter Haven Housing Market: Buying, Selling, & Renting
    November 18, 2022 November Lunch & Learn: Carissa Hughes, Gourmet Goodies
    October 21, 2022 October Lunch & Learn: Bud Strang & Rick Baker, Six/Ten Update
    October 14, 2022 Ultimate Corporate Cup
    August 11, 2022 August Social: Cypress Lanes
    July 15, 2022 July Lunch & Learn: Jon & Lynsey Lane, Haven Coffee Roasters
    June 17, 2022 June Lunch & Learn: Alyssa Garber, The Ritz Theatre
    June 16, 2022 Summer Social: Main Street Winter Haven's Craft Beer Crawl!
    June 07, 2022 Endeavor Annual Meeting
    May 20, 2022 May Lunch & Learn: Grady Judd, Polk County Sheriff
    April 26, 2022 Trailblazers Round Table Event
    March 31, 2022 Spring Social: Headshot Happy Hour!
    March 18, 2022 March Lunch & Learn: Mike Herr, City Manager
    February 18, 2022 February Lunch & Learn: Stephen Kalogridis, Silver Properties
    December 17, 2021 December Lunch & Learn: Derick Epps, Deek Beats
    November 19, 2021 November Lunch & Learn: Eric Crump, Jamie Beckett & Alex Vacha
    October 15, 2021 October Lunch & Learn: Amy Sexson, Destroyer Media
    August 12, 2021 Endeavor Social at Artcade
    July 16, 2021 July Lunch & Learn: Robyn Wilson, Food Entrepreneur
    June 18, 2021 June Lunch & Learn: Bud Strang, Six/Ten LLC
    June 03, 2021 Trailblazers Round Table Event
    May 21, 2021 May Lunch & Learn: Benjamin Vickers, Honeycomb Bread Bakers
    April 16, 2021 April Lunch & Learn: Chad Lindsey, Keller Williams Realty
    February 19, 2021 February Lunch & Learn: Mayor Brad Dantzler!
    January 29, 2021 State of the State, County, and City
    December 18, 2020 December Lunch & Learn: Sean Fielder, Faith Xtreme
    December 12, 2020 December Social: Winter Haven Farmers Market
    November 20, 2020 November Lunch & Learn: Amanda McCallister, Lake Wales Arts Council
    October 16, 2020 October Lunch & Learn: Bob Gernert, Director of the Museum of Winter Haven History
    September 18, 2020 September Lunch & Learn: Sarah Powers, Top Buttons
    April 16, 2020 POSTPONED, New Date TBD: April Special Event: Trailblazers Round Table
    April 10, 2020 POSTPONED, New Date TBD: April Lunch & Learn: Jamie and Nikki Beckett
    March 07, 2020 March Social: CommunityFest 2020
    February 21, 2020 February Social: ACS Hoops for a Cure Magic Game
    February 21, 2020 February Lunch & Learn: Chris Sexson, Destroyer Media
    January 17, 2020 January Lunch & Learn: American Cancer Society
    November 15, 2019 November Lunch & Learn: Dan Chesnicka
    September 24, 2019 September Social: Headshot Happy Hour
    September 20, 2019 September Lunch & Learn: Josh "Bump" Galletta
    August 16, 2019 August Lunch & Learn: Kim Hancock, Rafa Natural
    August 03, 2019 August Social: Paddleboard Winter Haven
    July 20, 2019 July Social: Slow Roll & Ski Show
    July 19, 2019 July Lunch & Learn: Chrissanne Long
    June 21, 2019 June Lunch & Learn: Kerry Wilson
    June 06, 2019 June Social: Grove Roots Tour
    May 30, 2019 Service Project: United Way of Central Florida Young Leaders' Society - @ Girls Inc.
    May 17, 2019 May Lunch & Learn
    May 09, 2019 "Procaffeinating" with Professionals
    April 19, 2019 April Lunch & Learn
    April 11, 2019 Trailblazers Round Table
    March 15, 2019 March Lunch & Learn: Main Street Winter Haven
    March 07, 2019 March Social: Taste of Winter Haven
    February 22, 2019 Endeavor v. Emerge at Lakeland Magic game
    February 22, 2019 February Lunch & Learn: State Attorney Brian Haas
    February 07, 2019 February Social: Shuffleboard
    January 18, 2019 January Lunch & Learn: Success On & Off the Court
    January 11, 2019 January Social: Lakeland Magic game
    December 20, 2018 Softball Week 5 (Rainout Social)
    December 14, 2018 December Lunch & Learn: Holiday Trivia Party
    December 13, 2018 Softball Week 4
    December 08, 2018 December Social: Chain of Lakes Boat Parade
    December 06, 2018 Softball Week 3
    November 29, 2018 Softball Week 2
    November 09, 2018 November Lunch & Learn: Give Thanks, Give Back
    November 08, 2018 November Social: Paintball
    October 04, 2018 October Social: Oktoberfest @ GRB


    Endeavor Winter Haven is part of the Winter Haven Chamber Foundation a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. 
    401 Avenue B NW, Winter Haven, Florida 33881

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