About the Health Council

The Health Council provides unique programs and activities focused on today’s important trends in health and wellbeing. The Council offers an informative, monthly luncheon where industry experts cover a broad spectrum of healthcare topics. The Health Council is a great opportunity for members in the health field to build relationships and referrals with one another.

Meets first Thursday of each month, 11:30 a.m., at Sheraton Jacksonville Hotel.  $30 for council members, $35 for JAX Chamber members (non Health Council members) pre-registered, and $40 for all other guests and walk-ups.

Upcoming Events

April 2
Health Council, Organization

Health Council Luncheon with Mary Mayhew, President and CEO, Florida Hospital Association

Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm
Sheraton Jacksonville Hotel
10605 Deerwood Park Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32256
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May 7
Health Council, Organization

Health Council Luncheon with Kyle Dorsey, FACHE, President, Baptist South Hospital

Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm
Sheraton Jacksonville Hotel
10605 Deerwood Park Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32256
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June 4
Health Council, Organization

Health Council Luncheon with Daniel Davis, President and CEO, JAX Chamber

Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm
Sheraton Jacksonville Hotel
10605 Deerwood Park Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32256
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Small Business Leader of the Year

Each year the JAX Chamber salutes the entrepreneurial spirit of Jacksonville’s small businesses with the Small Business Leader of the Year (SBLY) Award. This Council nominates one of their members to represent them at the JAX Chamber’s Annual Breakfast and to compete as the #1 SBLY overall.

Want to nominate someone?

A nominee must:

  • Be a member of the JAX Chamber in good standing
  • Be an owner, partner or shareholder of at least 25 percent of the business
  • Be active in the day-to-day management of the company
  • Be established locally in the same business for at least three years
  • Demonstrate professional business acumen and leadership
  • Have gross revenues of less than 5 million dollars per year for the previous three years

Would you like to be a Spotlight Speaker?

Get Involved

  • Communications and Social Committee
  • Membership Committee
  • Programs
  • Scholarship Program
  • Community Involvement

If you are interested in participating with a committee, please contact Kathy Sutton at 904-273-5367 or kathy.sutton@jaxchamber.com, and she will connect you to the appropriate committee chair.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Scholarship Opportunities

The Health Council is proud to support local Northeast Florida students pursuing their dreams in higher education. This scholarship will award 5 studesnts with $2,000 paid directly to the student account of your current or future institution. You can access the application here.   Deadline is June 1, 2026