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Riviera Beach CRA and Ultimate Image Coach Launch Fall 2025 RFP Workshops to Help Small Businesses Win Contracts.

Riviera Beach, FL — September 5, 2025 — The Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), in partnership with Ultimate Image Coach & Academy, is proud to announce the Fall 2025 RFP Workshop Series, designed to help small businesses and medium-sized contractors gain the skills and confidence to compete successfully for government contracts.

The six-session training series, beginning October 7, 2025, will cover:
- Procurement Essentials: Understanding City and CRA processes
- RFP Analysis: Breaking down requirements and developing strategies
- Enhance Your Writing: Strong business and proposal development writing
- Presentation Mastery: Building polished, persuasive presentations
- Public Speaking Skills: Confident delivery of pitches and presentations
- Business Pitch Competition & Graduation: Apply skills, receive feedback, and celebrate success

“Riviera Beach is open for business—and we are committed to ensuring our local small businesses are ready to compete and win,” said Mr. Gedel Merzius, Executive Director of the Riviera Beach CRA. “The RFP Workshop is a vital part of our mission to build capacity and open doors to the many economic opportunities available in our city. We encourage all small business owners to take full advantage of this transformative program.”
“This workshop is more than a training—it’s a transformation,” said Pamela Toussaint, MBA, CEO and Principal Consultant of Ultimate Image Coach. “We’re honored to partner again with the CRA to deliver our signature program. Helping small businesses become RFP-ready means opening doors to competitive opportunities, building stronger companies, and stimulating local economic growth.”
The program is free to participants, thanks to the support of the Riviera Beach CRA and community sponsors.

Program Dates

Tuesdays, 6-8 PM, October 7 – November 18, 2025. Sessions 1–5 will be conducted via Zoom (6–8 PM), and the final session and Pitch Competition will be held in person at the Marina Event Center, 190 E. 13th Street, Riviera Beach, FL.

How to Register

Businesses can register online at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Y3N7JUVlRI2_l4_fxyhnPg#/registration  or scan the QR code on the attached flyer.

Media & Sponsorship Contact

Pamela Toussaint, MBA
Ultimate Image Coach & Academy
?? pamela@ultimateimagecoach.com | ?? 561-632-8679

About Riviera Beach CRA

The Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is at the heart of dramatic transformations underway within the district. The CRA provides funding for a wide scope of projects that incentivize economic growth through business attraction and retention; finances new and improved infrastructure for real estate projects; and works to expand the tax base by creating a welcoming environment that eliminates blight and improves the perception of safety. The Agency’s mission is to guide the city’s redevelopment efforts through strategic investments that catalyze private funding and development, create jobs, and improve the quality of life for city residents.

About Ultimate Image Coach & Academy

Pamela Toussaint, MBA, is the President of Ultimate Image Coach and Academy, a leadership, soft skills, and personal branding training and consulting firm. A former Fortune 100 executive turned award-winning entrepreneur, Pamela has empowered thousands of professionals to sharpen their presence, elevate their leadership, and win competitive RFP opportunities. Known for her engaging style and practical strategies, she brings her signature motto — “We Polish. You Shine.” — to every workshop.

Press Contact

Pamela Toussaint, MBA
CEO & Principal Consultant
Ultimate Image Coach & Academy
?? pamela@ultimateimagecoach.com | ?? www.ultimateimagecoach.academy | ?? 561-632-8679