How the ChamberSOUTH Small Business Committee Continues Creating Value for South Florida Businesses
“Strong businesses are built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a willingness to help others succeed. Our goal at ChamberSOUTH is to provide resources, connections, and opportunities that help businesses grow stronger together.”
— Humberto Comellas, Chair, ChamberSOUTH Small Business Committee
TL;DR
Under the leadership of Humberto Comellas, the ChamberSOUTH Small Business Committee continues to provide valuable educational programs, business resources, and networking opportunities for South Florida professionals. In June 2026, the committee welcomed leadership expert Carmen Ohling and human resources executive Raquel Gomez to share practical strategies on leadership, employee engagement, recruiting, and retention.
How Is Humberto Comellas Helping South Florida Businesses Through ChamberSOUTH?
As Chair of the ChamberSOUTH Small Business Committee, Humberto Comellas is helping create opportunities for business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals to access expert knowledge, build meaningful relationships, and strengthen their organizations.
Through monthly educational events, workshops, and networking opportunities, the committee delivers practical business solutions that help members and non-members alike navigate today’s business challenges.
Table of Contents
- Leadership Through Service
- June 2026 Small Business Committee Event
- Why Leadership and Employee Retention Matter
- The Value of ChamberSOUTH Membership
- Looking Ahead
Leadership Through Service
Successful business communities do not happen by accident.
They are built by leaders who invest their time, energy, and expertise into helping others succeed.
That is exactly what Humberto Comellas has done through his leadership of the ChamberSOUTH Small Business Committee.
As President & CEO of ulltium consulting®, Humberto understands the challenges facing small businesses, growing organizations, and community leaders. Rather than simply talking about business growth, he actively creates opportunities for business owners to gain access to valuable resources, educational programs, and strategic relationships.
The Small Business Committee serves as one of the many ways ChamberSOUTH fulfills its mission of supporting economic development and business success throughout South Miami-Dade County.
June 2026 Small Business Committee Event
This month’s committee event showcased ChamberSOUTH’s commitment to bringing high-value educational programming to the business community.
The featured speakers included:
Carmen Ohling
Founder and CEO of The Amplified Life Company
Ohling shared powerful insights on leadership development, organizational culture, employee engagement, and creating environments where employees can thrive. Her presentation emphasized that leadership is often the foundation of employee retention and long-term organizational success.
Raquel Gomez
Human Resources Executive and Consultant
Gomez delivered practical guidance on recruiting, onboarding, performance management, employee retention, compliance, and manager development. Drawing from years of HR leadership experience, she provided attendees with actionable strategies that businesses can implement immediately.
Together, the presentations addressed one of the most pressing issues facing organizations today:
How do businesses attract, engage, develop, and retain great employees?
Why Leadership and Employee Retention Matter
Throughout the event, attendees learned that employee retention is about much more than compensation.
Leadership quality, workplace culture, employee engagement, professional development, and effective communication all play significant roles in whether employees choose to stay and grow within an organization.
The workshop reinforced several important themes:
- Strong leadership creates stronger organizations.
- Effective managers improve employee retention.
- Workplace culture directly impacts business performance.
- Employee engagement drives long-term success.
- Continuous learning creates competitive advantages.
These conversations are exactly the type of practical business discussions that ChamberSOUTH seeks to facilitate through its educational programming.
The Value of ChamberSOUTH Membership
One of the biggest takeaways from the event is that ChamberSOUTH offers far more than networking opportunities.
Members and guests gain access to:
- Educational workshops
- Business development programs
- Leadership training
- Community engagement opportunities
- Strategic partnerships
- Professional referrals
- Economic development initiatives
- Advocacy and business resources
Whether someone is launching a startup, managing a growing company, or leading an established organization, ChamberSOUTH provides opportunities to learn, connect, and grow.
The Small Business Committee plays a critical role in delivering that value by bringing relevant topics and experienced speakers directly to the business community.
Looking Ahead
As South Florida continues to grow, the need for strong business leadership, workforce development, and community collaboration becomes increasingly important.
Under Humberto Comellas’ leadership, the ChamberSOUTH Small Business Committee continues to serve as a platform for education, innovation, and connection.
By bringing together experts like Carmen Ohling and Raquel Gomez, the committee demonstrates its ongoing commitment to helping businesses solve real-world challenges while building stronger organizations and stronger communities.
As author and leadership expert John C. Maxwell once said:
“Leadership is not about titles, positions, or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another.”
That philosophy reflects the spirit of ChamberSOUTH and the leadership Humberto Comellas brings to the Small Business Committee.
The key takeaway is simple: when business leaders invest in learning, collaboration, and community, everyone benefits.
For business owners, professionals, and community leaders looking to expand their network and strengthen their organizations, ChamberSOUTH continues to provide valuable opportunities to connect, learn, and grow.
For more information about upcoming events, membership opportunities, and ChamberSOUTH programs, visit: ChamberSouth.com
