Florida’s Local Chambers of Commerce Are Leading for Families

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Join the statewide network of CEOs recognized as Bosses for Babies — building a Florida that’s the best place to live, work, and raise a family.

Bosses for Babies—an initiative of The Children’s Movement of Florida—meaningfully engages employers who strengthen Florida’s workforce by advancing family-friendly policies and supporting early learning.

As a chamber leader, you shape how employers support working families. Joining Bosses for Babies shows that what’s good for families is good for Florida’s workforce and economy.

Are you ready to be a Boss for Babies?

Join today

Florida’s businesses have always stepped up, and local chambers lead the way.

From flexible scheduling and parental leave to community investments in early learning, chambers across Florida are showing that family-focused workplaces aren’t just good for families — they’re good for business. 

By joining Bosses for Babies, your chamber will: 

  • Be recognized statewide for leadership on family-focused workplace policies.
  • Join a growing network of peers shaping Florida’s future workforce.
  • Gain access to resources, gatherings, and storytelling opportunities to highlight your impact.

The 2026 Chamber Challenge: Who Will Lead Florida's Families?

Florida's local chambers are competing to see who can recruit the most new Bosses for Babies between January 1 and February 14, 2026, earning statewide recognition (and bragging rights, of course).

The winning chamber will receive:

  • A free weekend stay in Miami Beach.
  • A statewide press release announcing your win
  • Spotlights on social media and our newsletter featuring your chamber and community

This is your chance to showcase your leadership and rally your members around a cause that matters — making Florida the best place to raise a family.

How the Competition Works

  1. Sign Up

    Make sure your Chamber CEO is officially recognized as a Boss for Babies. If you're not listed yet, complete the short form below today.

  2. Recruit Local Businesses

    Encourage employers in your community to join the Bosses for Babies network during January-February 2026. You'll receive a digital toolkit with ready-to-share email and social media templates to make it easy.

  3. Celebrate and Win

    We'll tally all sign-ups and announce the winning chamber in March 2026. Winners will be featured in press coverage, social media highlights, and statewide recognition events.

Pro Tip: Some chambers are already planning "Family-Friendly Business Spotlights" or adding the campaign to their newsletters — get creative and make it your own!

Ready to Lead for Florida's Families?

Be recognized. Inspire others. Lead for Florida's future.

Join Bosses for Babies

Key Dates

  • November 4 - December 31, 2025: Bosses for Babies Chamber sign-ups open
  • January 1 - February 14, 2026: Local Chamber Competition to recruit the most local employers to become Bosses
  • March 2026: Winners announce and celebrated statewide

Questions?

Contact Ric Banciella at Ric.Banciella@childrensmovementflorida.org.