Business Before Hours: Annual Back to School Breakfast

Business Before Hours: Annual Back to School Breakfast with Superintendent Mike Burke

Start the school year off right at our annual Business Before Hours: Back to School Breakfast featuring Mike Burke, Superintendent of the School District of Palm Beach County.

This year's program will feature a dynamic discussion with Superintendent Burke, providing attendees with a unique opportunity to gain insight into the upcoming school year and the future of education in Palm Beach County.

In addition to hearing from Superintendent Burke, the Education Committee will be hosting a school supply drive. Please bring new school supplies to donate and help support students and teachers in our community. All classroom supply donations are welcome and appreciated.

About the Program

Superintendent Burke will provide key updates on district priorities, workforce development initiatives, educational innovation, and partnerships with the business community. Attendees will gain valuable insight into how local employers can help support student achievement and strengthen the talent pipeline for our region.

This timely discussion offers business and community leaders a unique opportunity to learn about the challenges and opportunities facing our schools while exploring ways to collaborate in preparing the next generation for success.

Don't miss this chance to connect over breakfast, support local students, and participate in an engaging conversation about the future of education in Palm Beach County.

Event Cancellation Policy:
A notice of cancellation must be received by mail within 48 hours (2 business days) before the event. NO verbal cancellations will be accepted. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the event will NOT receive event credit to solidify attendance numbers with the event venue. All cancellation notices received BEFORE 48 hours (2 business days) before the event will be given an event credit of equal value. Event credits will be applied upon request and are suitable for up to 1 year from the purchase date. There are NO REFUNDS.

NOTE:
Premier Events (ArtiGras Tickets / Loggerhead Triathlon Registrations) and Special Events (The Leadership Awards Dinner / Holiday Mixer / Business 2 Baseball / Golf Classic) do not qualify for an event credit upon cancellation. Contributions or gifts to the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.

Sponsorship Opportunities (Members Only)* Available: Check out the sponsorship information here (a downloadable Dropbox link) and consider becoming a Corporate or Networking Table Sponsor today!

Sponsorship deadline is ONE WEEK before the event! Click the blue "Register" button in the top-right corner of the event webpage (see this video tutorial) to secure your Registration. Email Brittany Cartwright for further questions.
*Sponsorships are available for PBN Chamber members only. Membership starts at just $565 for businesses with up to 2 employees. Become a member today!

Sponsorships Available:

Event Recap Video Sponsor | $3,500 ONLY ONE Available per event*

One Event - $3,500 | Three Events - $9,000 | Five Events - $14,000
Corporate Sponsor (table of 10 + marketing benefits): ONLY TWO Left (Three Available per event) One Event -  $1,450 | Five Events : $5,000
Connection Builder (table of 5 + marketing benefits): Available One Event -  $850 | Five Events : $4,000
Networking Table Sponsor (4 tickets, high top table in networking area + marketing benefits) ONLY ONE Remaining (Two Available per event) One Event -  $1,000 | Five Events : $4,000

Exhibitor Opportunities Available:
Networking Exhibitor (2 tickets + 6-foot table): | $350 Non-Profit Rate / $450 For-Profit Rate ONLY ONE Remaining (Two Available per event)

Annual Sponsorships Still Available:
Stage Sponsor: $7,500 for Series (2 tickets + marketing year-round) ONLY ONE Available annually
Photo Booth Sponsor: $7,500 for Series (2 tickets + marketing year-round) ONLY ONE Available annually
Morning Fuel Sponsor SOLD - PENDING RENEWAL
Health & Safety Sponsor SOLD - PENDING RENEWAL

SOLD OUT Sponsorships:

Presenting Sponsor: $4,500 (table of 10 + 3 minutes to talk) SOLD - Nicklaus Children's / Office Depot

Annual Sponsorships: $5,500 for Series (2 tickets + marketing year-round)

Coffee Sponsor SOLD - Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel Florida Injury Lawyers
Prosperity Juice Sponsor SOLD - HCA Florida Healthcare
Meet and Greet Sponsor SOLD - Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections
A/V Sponsor SOLD - Alan B. Miller Medical Center
Confidence Builder Sponsor SOLD - Lickstein Plastic Surgery

Event Sponsors

Date and Time

Thursday Aug 13, 2026
7:15 AM - 9:00 AM EDT

Program Schedule
7:15 AM - Networking, Check-In, Breakfast
7:45 AM - Program Begins
9:00 AM - Program Ends

Location

Palm Beach Gardens Marriott
4000 RCA Blvd.
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Fees/Admission

Member Discount: $70 Early Registration (up to two weeks before) | $75 week-of | $80 at the door
General Admission: $85 Early Registration (up to two weeks before) | $90 week-of | $95 at the door
Registration will close Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 12 NOON.

Contact Information

Cressa Bronson
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Business Before Hours: Back to School