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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Chairman.................................................................................................................................Trudy Moon, Air & Energy
Immediate Past Chairman .............................................................................. Jonathan Fleece, Blalock Walters, P.A.
Chairman-Elect........................................................................................... Kevin DiLallo, Manatee Memorial Hospital
Treasurer............................................................................... Phill Baker, Boyd Insurance & Investment Services, Inc.
Vice Chairman, Community Development & Communications...............Ernie Withers, Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota
Vice Chairman, Membership Development & Services............................................ Bill Poulton, Tropicana Products
Vice Chairman, Public Policy & Small Business................................................. Darcie Duncan, Duncan Real Estate
Chairman, Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation.......................Michael Moschella, Hancock Bank
President....................................................................................Robert Bartz, IOM, Manatee Chamber of Commerce
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Lisa Arrigo-Hoban, L.A. Events, Inc.
Ben Bakker, HJB Properties
Jackie Barron, The Mosaic Company
Jason Bartz, NDC Construction Company
Vanessa Baugh, Manatee County Gov't (Ex Officio)
Kevin Baylor, Suncoast Business Technologies
Richard Bedford, Schroeder-Manatee Ranch Inc.
Jennifer Bencie, Florida Department of Health - Manatee
Rick Bisio, The Educated Franchisee
Bruce Body, Raymond James & Associates, Inc.
Shirley Bryant, City of Palmetto (Ex Officio)
Carlos Buqueras, Port Manatee (Ex Officio)
Christy Cardillo, Shinn & Company, LLC
Karen Carpenter, School Board of Manatee
County (Ex Officio)
Brian Carter, Mauldin & Jenkins CPA, LLC
William Colgate, MCR Health Services, Inc.
Ron Getman, Getman Cruise & Travel
Diana Greene, School Board of Manatee
County (Ex Officio)
Sherod Halliburton, Manatee Community
Federal Credit Union
MANATEE CHAMBER
OF COMMERCE
BRADENTON OFFICE
222 10th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
Phone: 941-748-3411
Fax: 941-745-1877
LAKEWOOD RANCH OFFICE
AT THE MCCLURE CENTER
4215 Concept Court
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Phone: 941-748-3411
Fax: 941-745-1877
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Sharon Hillstrom, Bradenton Area Economic
Development Corporation
Ed Hunzeker, Manatee County Government (Ex Officio)
John Laurie, BB&T Insurance Services
Michael Maddaloni, Bealls, Inc.
Michael Milliron, IMG Academy
Stewart Moon, Jr., Air & Energy
Sean Murphy, Beach Bistro
John Nash, 1st Manatee Bank
Donal O’Shea, New College of Florida (Ex Officio)
Frederick Piccolo, Sarasota Bradenton International
Airport (Ex Officio)
Wayne Poston, City of Bradenton (Ex Officio)
Tara Poulton, Southwest Florida Water Management
District (Ex Officio)
William Robinson, Blalock Walters, P.A.
Vicki Silver, Feld Entertainment, Inc.
Sandra Stone, University of South Florida Sarasota
Manatee (Ex Officio)
Brian Thomas, State College of Florida (Ex Officio)
Bob Turner, Bradenton Herald
Kerry Ward, Bank of the Ozarks
MANATEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFF
MISSION:
To build a positive business
environment while enhancing
the community’s quality of life.
The Manatee Chamber of
Commerce’s Current magazine is
published monthly and distributed
to more than 3,000 business
and community leaders. It is an
advertising medium available only
to Chamber members.
Jahna Allen, Vice President, Community Development.......................... [email protected], ext. 172
Robert Bartz, IOM, President........................................................................ [email protected], ext. 112
Kim Dalglish, Vice President, Membership Development & Services....... [email protected], ext. 121
Jacki Dezelski, IOM, Executive Vice President.......................................... [email protected], ext. 131
Tim Fenimore, Membership Development [email protected], ext. 241
Michael Gallen, Esq., Vice President, Public Policy & Small [email protected], ext 124
Allison Heitner, Communications Director...............................................AllisonH@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 116
Kimberly Hinkle, Visitor Information Specialist....................................KimberlyH@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 200
Alan Kelly, Membership Development Representative.............................. [email protected], ext. 333
Kimberly Kramer, Program & Events Coordinator....................................... [email protected], ext. 139
Carey Miller, Office Administrator...............................................................CareyM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 113
Reba Parrish, Visitor Information Specialist............................................... [email protected], ext. 100
Dawn Plavak, Better Business Council Manager.......................................DawnP@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 114
Diane Pluchino, Visitor Information Specialist..........................................DianeP@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 200
Lisa Reeder, Executive Assistant, Public Policy & Small Business............. [email protected], ext. 123
Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance........................................................ [email protected], ext. 115
Leigh Weger, Executive Assistant, Membership [email protected], ext. 122
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CONTACT:
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Current magazine is proudly published
by CG&B Publishing, LLC of Bradenton.
Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation.......................................................................... 941-803-9030
Sharon Hillstrom, President & CEO..................................................................... [email protected]
Jennifer Brand, Administrative Coordinator...................................................... [email protected]
Mary Chilton, Project Manager................................................................................ [email protected]
Lauren Kratsch, Director of Project Management..............................................LaurenK@ThinkBradentonArea.com
Jeannie Shields, Office Administrator.................................................................JeannieS@ThinkBradentonArea.com
Cindy Unzicker, Investor Relations & Development Manager/Event Manager....... [email protected]
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ABOUT OUR JULY
COVER
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Small Business of the Year Awards
Come Celebrate with Us
Manatee Chamber Wins Future
of the Region Award
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Platinum Member Spotlight
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IN EVERY ISSUE
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Food Tour
Save the Date - August 27
Health Links Florida
24 Project T.E.A.C.H
Focusing on the Health and Thank You Volunteers
Wellness of Employees
27 Job Shadow Pilot
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Career Awareness for
Named Largest Chamber in Students
Tampa Bay Region
33 2017 Preferred Business 17 Hurricane Season Has
Directory
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Last Call to Promote Your Get a Plan NOW! Business
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Port Manatee
A Diverse Global Gateway
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BBC - Better Business Council
Business After Hours
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AUGUST 4
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Power Connection Events
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Ribbon Cutting Celebrations
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New & Renewing Members
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Business After Hours
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Coffee Club
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Tech TIPS
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Member News
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Shop, Dine, Think Local
A LOOK AHEAD TO
AUGUST
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NETWORKING AT A GLANCE
Discover Port Manatee. Not only
is Port Manatee one of Florida’s
largest and fastest-growing seaports,
it is also the closest U.S. deepwater
seaport to the Panama Canal and
an easy link to Mexico, South
America and the Caribbean.
Port Manatee is your gateway to
international trade.
Focus on Manatee
Young Professionals'
Impact
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MYP Networking Social
July 14 • 5:00 - 7:00 PM
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Coffee Club
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SPOTLIGHT
BRADENTON HERALD
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The New Look Bradenton Herald and Bradenton.com
by Bob Turner, President & Publisher, Bradenton Herald
On May 18th, the Bradenton Herald and
Bradenton.com launched a new look.
Why change? Because our readers, have
changed so much. How they want to get the
news has never been more diversified. After
tracking our readers here and across the
country in other McClatchy markets, we’ve
found our print readers want a cleaner,
more organized look. They either want a
quick summary of the news with a cup of
coffee, or an in-depth look when they can
take the time to explore. Online, most come
to the Herald via mobile devices, looking for
a quick update on their cell phone or iPad,
or on desktop during a break at work.
Readers also are enjoying the news, sports
and features videos being produced each
day by our reporters and photographers,
so we’re devoting more resources to that
visual reporting.
Our strategy: to meet our readers’ needs
for news with our award-winning journalism,
with more analysis and perspective in print,
and more videos, photos and easy-to-scan
breaking news on Bradenton.com.
For several months, we have experimented
in print with occasionally packaging our
strong local news in the A section. This
new design now emphasizes every day
what sets us apart from other media: our
dedicated, award-winning local reporting.
The Herald’s front page is now easier to
navigate, with our top stories and a digest
to help guide you quickly inside. Local
and Business pages are now inside the A
section every day, keeping you updated on
everything happening in Manatee County.
The new look is more colorful, attractive and
easier to read.
Opinion and Letters pages will also be in the
A section. We’ll continue to offer national and
international coverage, emphasizing stories
that have particular impact on Florida and
Tampa Bay. And our Sports and Features
coverage will continue with our great team
of reporters and editors. On Wednesdays,
you’ll find Sports and Taste in the same B
section, with all the same content.
We’re introducing new In-Depth coverage in
print on Page 3A Wednesdays and an entire
section Sundays, and on Bradenton.com 24-7.
It features longer pieces and deep reports
with more background and perspective. Our
Here is what isn’t changing: our deep
commitment to keeping readers informed
and engaged, celebrating our diverse
community, entertaining you and shining a
light to enact needed change and make a
difference.
Since the majority of our digital readers
come to us primarily through a smartphone
or tablet, we worked to make our story pages
look more engaging on mobile devices.
It’s what we’ve been doing since the first
editions of the Bradenton Herald were
printed in 1922. With the new changes,
we’re reinforcing our commitment to
readers as the most trusted source of news
and information for decades to come.
We welcome your feedback on these
changes. Please visit the “Feedback” link
at new.bradenton.com and tell us what you
think.
As always, thank you for reading the
Bradenton Herald.
Publisher Bob Turner can be reached
at [email protected]; Executive
Editor Joan Krauter can be reached at
[email protected].
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Suite 650
Bradenton FL 34205
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Better Business Council
Hiring a Roofer – What Every Consumer Should Know
Hiring a roofing contractor can be risky if you don’t take steps to make sure you are getting
the right roofer for the job. A little homework ahead of time may translate into better
roof-work, and a quality job at a better value for homeowners. Always get at least three
proposals and compare the specifications to insure that the bids are alike.
Is my contractor licensed and insured?
This is one of the most important questions you can ask to protect you and your home or
business. With a little time and research, you can be assured that your contractor meets the
requirements for doing business in Florida. At a minimum, check the following:
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b) Verify Worker’s Compensation Coverage – myfloridacfo.com/division/wc
c) Verify Liability Insurance – Ask your contractor for a current “Certificate of Liability
Insurance” and contact the carrier to insure that coverage continues to be in place.
Never pay for all repairs in advance (a deposit should be no more than 10% of the total
contract price); and pay by check or credit card; make the check out to the company not the
person; don't pay cash to a contractor or a sales person.
Before making your final payment, obtain a “Release of Lien” from the contractor and
from any suppliers and sub-contractors that may have been involved in your job. Become
familiar with Florida’s Lien Law. Be sure to get the contract and warranties in writing.
Add and initial any changes to the contract and make sure it includes information regarding
completion dates, materials, clean-up, etc. For a more comprehensive list of questions to
ask your licensed roofer, go to the FRSA’s web-site at floridaroof.com/replacing-your-roof.
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standards of business ethics.
Consumers do business with those they
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your business credibility in the consumer
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The BBC receives hundreds of requests
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Endorsing and agreeing to uphold the
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Make Powerful
Connections
Power Connection events are great opportunities to network and connect in a setting
that allows for one-on-one, B2B interaction. Attendees are invited to give a brief
commercial on their business, products, and services.
July 14
7:30 – 9:00 AM
Theresa’s Restaurant
608 14th St. W.
Bradenton, FL
34205
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July 6
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Polo Grill & Bar
10670 Boardwalk Loop
Lakewood Ranch, FL
34202
July 20
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
The Beach House
Restaurant
200 Gulf Dr. N.
Bradenton Beach, FL
34217
August 3
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Cedar Reef Fish Camp
7240 55th Ave. E.
Bradenton, FL
34203
Chamber Member Cost to Attend: $15
RSVP to Kimberly Kramer at [email protected] or
Register online at ManateeChamber.com/Events.
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Manatee Chamber Wins Future of the Region
Award for Community Preparedness
The Manatee Chamber of Commerce recently won second place for "Community Preparedness" during the Tampa Bay Regional Planning
Council’s Future of the Region Awards (FOR) ceremony. The FOR awards program provides honor and recognition for notable achievement
in the public and private sector for resource planning and management. The Community Preparedness category awards the efforts of
organizations and municipalities across the Tampa Bay region for their efforts in ensuring our community recovers from hurricanes, floods
and other disasters.
The Chamber has worked diligently in building resiliency in the
business community through educating and informing our members
of the resources and opportunities available to help prepare and
recover from any type of disaster whether natural or man-made.
Through a year-long public relations campaign, the Chamber
partnered with local emergency officials not only by providing our
members with valuable information, but by participating in various
disaster trainings and exercises and acting as the main link between
businesses and Manatee County’s Emergency Support Function
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activation. Also, in 2014, the Manatee Chamber of Commerce was
designated a NOAA Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador, the first
Chamber of Commerce in the nation to receive this designation.
Our Chamber has been committed to disaster preparedness and
recovery for many years. Jahna Allen, Chamber V.P. of Community
Development, has taken our efforts to a new level so that our
Chamber is an even better resource for businesses,” said Jacki
Dezelski, Executive Vice President at the Chamber. “We applaud
the many businesses that take important preparedness steps
every year to enhance community-wide efforts.”
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MYP Special Event
Sunset Cruise
Thursday, July 14 • 5:00 – 7:00 PM
MYP Networking Social
Gecko’s Grill & Pub ‘Braden River Plaza’
4310 State Rd. 64 E., Bradenton
Join other local young professionals for casual business networking,
complimentary appetizers, and a cash bar. This event is free
for paid MYP members and $5 for guests. Don’t forget to bring a friend!
Next Month’s Social Date:
August 11 – Pier 22
Saturday, July 23 • 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
MYP Community Service Project
Snooty’s Birthday and Wildlife Awareness Bash
South Florida Museum
201 10th St. W., Bradenton, 34205
Help celebrate Snooty’s 68th birthday!
Volunteers are needed from 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM to assist with set up;
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM to assist with the party;
and 2:00 – 4:00 PM to assist with clean up
To volunteer call Kimberly at 941-748-4842, ext. 139 or e-mail to
[email protected]
Next Month’s Community Service:
August 6 – Kiwanis “Christmas in August”
Wednesday, July 27 • 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
MYPower Networking Lunch
Catered by Sonny’s BBQ
Manatee Chamber of Commerce
Lakewood Ranch Office at the McClure Center
4215 Concept Court, Lakewood Ranch, 34211
MYPower Luncheons give young professionals the opportunity to
promote your business products and services and
help MYP members find new customers for you!
Cost: $15 for paid MYP members, $20 for all guests
RSVP is required: Call Kimberly at 941-748-4842, ext. 139
Next Month’s MYPower Lunch Date:
August 31 – Half Shell Seafood House
Half Price MYP Membership for the Remainder of 2016
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MYP Networking Social
Bradenton Marauders Ballgame
MYP Community Service Project
Salvation Army
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Manatee Tops the List of
Chambers in Tampa Bay
Region
Chamber Friends
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The Manatee Chamber has once again been recognized as the largest Chamber in the
Tampa Bay Region according to a list published in June by the Tampa Bay Business
Journal. The Manatee Chamber had 2,151 businesses and organization as members when
the Journal conducted its research.
“We are so proud that the Manatee Chamber is once again at the top of the list because
it speaks directly to the strength of local businesses,” said Bob Bartz, President of the
Manatee Chamber. “Our members invest in the Chamber for many different reasons. This
distinction is a testament to the impact and influence of the Manatee Chamber, which starts
with our role and responsibility as the voice of the business community.”
“The list of accomplishments the Manatee Chamber has achieved reflects our high level of
leadership, business engagement, and culture of collaboration. Investment in the Manatee
Chamber delivers a substantial return,” said Trudy Moon of Air & Energy and the 2016
Chairman of the Board of the Manatee Chamber. “The Manatee Chamber is very responsive
to our members’ needs and we see our community’s quality of life as directly connected to
business success – and vice versa.”
Bartz added, “The Manatee Chamber supports local businesses while effectively working to
make Manatee County the best place to live, work, play and own a business.” The Manatee
Chamber of Commerce also holds the distinction as the only four-time winner of the Florida
Chamber of the Year award.
Celebrating 100 years of
Manatee County’s best.
Mosaic congratulates the dedicated 4-H and FFA
students who work tirelessly to make the Manatee
County Fair’s Youth Livestock Show a success each year.
We also salute the community members and fellow
businesses that continue to support youth agriculture.
We’re proud to carry on the tradition of supporting
agriculture and hunger-relief efforts in the
communities where our employees live and work.
We help the world grow the food it needs.
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Mauldin & Jenkins
CPA, PLC
Chamber Friend
Chamber Friends are seasoned members
well-versed in Chamber benefits and
services to help you get the most out of
your membership. These “ambassadors”
of the Chamber help us welcome new
members, re-engage existing members,
and ensure that all feel connected.
Interested in becoming a Chamber Friend?
Contact Kim Dalglish or Leigh Weger at
941-748-3411
ManateeChamber.com/ChamberFriends
Hurricane Season Has Begun!
With the arrival of Tropical Storm Colin last month, many businesses and residents received
a wake-up call to the coming hurricane season. With nearly 12 inches of rain falling in
some areas of the region, power disruptions and transportation delays possibly resulted in
decreases in productivity, not to mention minor damages.
Hurricane season officially began June 1 and will run through November 30. Although
we’ve had fewer storms the past few years, mainly due to the effects of El Niño, forecasters
warn that our area is overdue for a major storm. In fact, Florida has not had a hurricane
make landfall since Wilma in 2005. Although El Niño has played a role in the absences of
storms, some forecasters suggest La Niña is going to take over which will increase the
likelihood of more storms during the 2016 Hurricane season.
Get a Plan NOW!
How quickly your company is back in business
following a disaster, such as a hurricane, will depend on emergency planning done today.
If you have not created your disaster/hurricane preparedness plan yet, now is the time.
The following critical components should be included in your preparedness plan:
•
Resource Management: Identify the Resources needed for responding to
emergencies, business operations continuity and communications during
and after a storm.
•
Emergency Response Plan: Create plans to protect people and property.
•
Crisis Communications Plan: Create procedures to communicate with
employees, stakeholders, and customers before, during and after a storm.
•
Business Continuity Plan: Steps and procedures that include strategies to
overcome disruption of business operations. This plan should also include
protection and recovery of information technology (computers, servers,
software, etc.).
•
Employee Assistance and Support: Identify the needs of employees and
families following an incident. Encourage employees to develop a family
preparedness plan also.
Once you have your plan created, ensure your employees are familiar with their role in
the plan and conduct regularly scheduled education and training sessions. For more
information, including sample preparedness plans, visit fema.gov/preparedness-checkliststoolkits. A disaster preparedness course is also available online through Manatee County’s
Emergency Management Department at mymanatee.org.
The Manatee Chamber of Commerce wants to make sure you and your business are
prepared for and any disaster – we want you back in business as soon as possible to
ensure our community’s quality of life.
For more information, please contact Jahna Allen at 941-748-4842, ext. 172 or email
[email protected].
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Thursday, August 4
4:00 – 7:00pm
Presenting Sponsor:
at Port Manatee, 300 Tampa Bay Way, Palmetto
Don’t Miss the Boat!
Showcase Your Business at this Annual Favorite!
Narrated Tours of the Port • Entertainment • Networking • Door Prizes • Complimentary Food Provided by:
Anna Maria Oyster Bar • Cedar Reef Fish Camp • Hickory Hollow • Kona Ice • Orange Blossom Catering • Renaissance on 9th
Corporate Sponsors:
RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY!
Cash Bar Sponsor:
Beverage Sponsors:
Photo Booth
Provided by:
Entertainment
Provided by:
6’ x 8’ Booth - $295
Includes 6-foot skirted table, two chairs,
curtain backdrop with sides, identification sign
6’ x 10’ Booth - $325 Limited Availability
Includes 8-foot skirted table, two chairs,
curtain backdrop with sides, identification sign
ONE MORE AVAILABLE
Port Tour Sponsor:
Electricity - $25
Limited Availability
AVAILABLE
For more information, contact [email protected]
or call 941-748-4842 ext. 122
Company Name:______________________________________
Contact Name:_______________________________________
Phone: ______________________________________________
Email:_______________________________________________
Names of Booth Workers:______________________________
____________________________________________________
of Manatee
Cancellations after July 22 will be invoiced
______ Check Enclosed
______ Bill My Credit Card
(VISA/MC/AMEX)
Card #_______________________________________________
Exp. Date________________ Sec. Code___________________
Name on Card________________________________________
Billing Address________________________________________
PLEASE SUBMIT THIS FORM TO:
Ship-Shape Showcase
Manatee Chamber of Commerce
222 10th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205
Fax: 941-745-1877 • Email: [email protected]
The Manatee Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 not for profit corporation. Contributions or gifts are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal
income tax purposes. Contributions or gifts may be tax deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses. Please consult your tax advisor.
OUR COVER FEATURE
Port Manatee – A Diverse Global Gateway
Port Manatee is one of Florida’s largest and fastest-growing deepwater seaports, moving approximately 8 million tons of bulk, breakbulk,
container and project cargo each year including fresh produce, forestry products, citrus juice products, fertilizer, steel, aluminum,
automobiles, cement aggregate and more.
Located at the entrance to Tampa Bay, Port Manatee
is also one of the closest U.S. deepwater seaports
to the expanding Panama Canal and offers superior
intermodal connectivity, competitive rates and a
prime location with nearly 5,000 acres of largely
undeveloped land ripe for development adjacent to
the port - a valuable resource in the world of usually
land-deficient seaports.
Port Manatee is an important economic engine for
Manatee County as it generates more than $2.3
billion in annual economic impact for the local
community, while supporting more than 24,000 jobs,
without levying ad-valorem taxes.
Modern cargo handling facilities, powerful cranes,
state-of-the-art warehousing for bulk and refrigerated
cargoes, ten deepwater berths, convenient
connectivity to the CSX mainline and direct
uncongested access to the interstate are just few of
the tremendous assets Port Manatee offers current and potential customers.
Port Manatee is one of Manatee County’s leading economic engines, continuously focused on development and job creation. Big
businesses are increasingly being drawn to the port and its surrounding land, offering hundreds of new jobs in maritime and related
industrial sectors.
As a dependent special district, Port Manatee is governed by the seven members of the Manatee County Port Authority. Serving dual roles
as port authority members and county commissioners provides a unique understanding of the port’s impact on the region.
Port Manatee will be offering complimentary bus tours for the public throughout the Ship-Shape Showcase event on August 4. In addition,
Port Manatee’s open tram tour season begins mid-October and runs through May, Mondays and Wednesdays. Please visit the Port
Manatee website at portmanatee.com for tram tour reservations or call 941-722-6621.
Dorian
Aerial
& Architectural
Photographics,
Dorian
Aerial
& Architectural
Photographics, Inc
Inc.
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Ribbon
The Manatee Chamber is honored to celebrate with our members for the opening Café Barrister
Emerald Citie Boutique
FYZICAL
Grand Opening
316 12th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
941-708-5305
CafeBarrister.com
Grand Opening
417 12th St. W., Ste. 120
Bradenton, FL 34209
941-780-4446
Therapy & Balance Center of Lakewood Ranch
Grand Opening
5860 Ranch Lake Blvd., Ste. 102
Bradenton, FL 34202
941-417-8300
fyzical.com/lakewoodranch
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
Grand Opening
5405 University Pkwy., Ste. 108
University Park, FL 34201
941-462-4772
Handandstoneuniversitypark.com
Hear Me See Me Art Installation
222 10th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
realizebradenton.com/seemehearme
Hess and Vanlandschoot Orthodontics
Inspiration Academy – Batting Cages
Leon's House of Omelets
Manasota Pediatrics
New Addition
7900 40th Ave. W.
Bradenton, FL 34209
941-795-5466
inspirationacademy.com
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Grand Opening
7246 55th Ave. E.
Bradenton, FL 34203
941-251-9862
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Grand Opening
8312 US Hwy. 301 N., Ste. 103
Parrish, FL 34219
941-479-2455
hessorthodontics.com
Grand Opening
3425 University Pkwy.
Sarasota, FL 34243
941-355-1777
manasotapediatrics.net
Cuttings
of new, expanded and remodeled offices, locations and facilities. Congratulations!
New Location
2820 Manatee Ave. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
941-747-7765
manateecf.org
Mauldin & Jenkins CPA, LLC
New Location
1401 Manatee Ave. W., Ste. 1200
Bradenton, FL 34205
941-747-4483
mjcpa.com
ParkCrest Landings, LLC
Paul & Frankie's Country Kitchen
RTB Tactical, LLC
Vista at Palma Sola
Manatee Community Foundation
Grand Opening
5227 Manatee Ave. W.
Bradenton, FL 34209
941-896-7883
Grand Opening
5725 1st Ave. E.
Bradenton, FL 34208
941-345-4913
ParkCrestLandings.com
Grand Opening
6214 White Clover Cir.
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
941-706-7039
rtbtactical.com
New Ownership
3900 7th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34209
941-792-8333
rent-vista.com
GRAND OPENING
RENOVATION
RELOCATION
CONTACT KIMBERLY KRAMER
941-748-4842 EXT 139
TO SCHEDULE A RIBBON CUTTING!!
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Manatee Chamber of Commerce Is Proud to
NEW MEMBERS
Emerald Citie Boutique
As of Publication Date
A & A Trailer Hitch Center
2425 Manatee Ave. E.
Bradenton, FL 34208
aandatrailerhitchcenter.com
941-746-6369
Trailer Hitches, Tow Bars and Trailer
Customization
Alzheimers Association
3277 Fruitville Rd., Ste. 1
Sarasota, FL 34237
alz.org
941-365-8883
Non-Profit Organizations
5127 14th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34207
automedictcc.com
941-444-5577
Automotive Repair and Parts
Beach Lion Studios
beachlionstudios.com
727-207-1108
Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations
Business Broker World
1918 Wolf Laurel Dr.
Sun City Center, FL 33573
michaelyourbusinessbroker.com
813-966-6956
Business Brokers
Cafe Barrister
316 Old Main Street
Bradenton, FL 34205
CafeBarrister.com
941-708-5305
Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns
Creative Court East
7807 Charing Cross Way
Palmetto, FL 34221
creativecourteast.com
727-422-2515
Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations
Custom Carts of Sarasota & L&M Leasing
2007 31st Street
Sarasota, FL 34234
customcarts.com
941-953-4445
Golf Carts, Transportation and Utility Vehicles
East County Welding & Repair, Inc.
16003 State Rd. 64 E.
Bradenton, FL 34212
941-773-0932
Welding and Miscellaneous Repairs
ManateeChamber.com
Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch
751 Rye Wilderness Trail
Parrish, FL 34219
youthranches.org
941-776-1777
Camps and Children's Leadership Programs
FrankCrum PEO
AutoMedic Total Car Repair
22
417 12th St. W., Ste. 120
Bradenton, FL 34205
941-780-4446
Department and Retail Stores
Moten-Golden Insurance Agency
1021 Carlton Arms Blvd.
Bradenton, FL 34208
moten-golden.com
941-745-3669
Insurance
Newk's Eatery
403 University Place
Bradenton, FL 34201
newks.com
850-591-8749
Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns
100 S. Missouri Ave.
Clearwater, FL 33755
frankcrum.com
727-799-1229
Payroll and HR Services
NHCA Home Repair, LLC
Greene Hamrick Quinlan Schermer, PA
North River Care Pregnancy Center
Hometown Desserts
Pat Keever
601 12th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
manateelegal.com
941-747-1871
Attorneys
5120 Manatee Ave. W., Ste. B
Bradenton, FL 34209
941-896-9735
Bakeries
John Baird Technology Consulting
5580 Fountain Lake Cir., #218
Bradenton, FL 34207
johnbairdpc.com
941-363-1144
Computer Consulting Services
Lovitch Realty Group, LLC
1301 6th Ave. W., Ste. 100
Bradenton, FL 34205
lovitchrealty.com
941-312-2821
Real Estate - Residential
Medmodern
5861 Cortez Rd. W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
medmodern.healthcare
941-251-4612
Hospitals and Medical Centers
Mobile Signs Marketing, LLC
6350 7th Ave. W.
Bradenton, FL 34209
MobileSignsMarketing.com
941-545-5729
Mobile Advertising and Billboards
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5400 26th St. W., F91
Bradenton, FL 34207
941-243-5160
Remodeling, Home Repair and Improvements
1020 10th Ave. W., #100
Palmetto, FL 34221
northrivercare.org
941-729-9004
Pregnancy Education
941-896-7735
Individual Members
Sam Black
samblackbooks.com
941-705-2877
Individual Members
Screaming Buddha
8106 Cortez Rd. W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
ScreamingBuddha.com
941-685-4047
Yoga Instruction
Serve To Protect, LLC
1330 Main Street, Floor 2, Ste. 4
Sarasota, FL 34236
stpfl.com
844-727-2723
Home Watch
Sunbay Marketing
13343 Swallowtail Dr.
Bradenton, FL 34202
SunbayMarketing.com
941-448-0116
Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations
Svesty Tech
1808 James L. Redman Pkwy.
Plant City, FL 33563
OpsHound.com
813-756-5554
Computer Software and Consulting Services
Welcome Our New and Renewing Members
Transworld Systems, Inc.
3839 Catalina Dr.
Bradenton, FL 34210
tsico.com
941-812-7811
Collection Agencies
Vibrant Radiant Health
7322 Manatee Ave. W., Ste. 289
Bradenton, FL 34209
vibrantradianthealth.com
941-592-7720
Business Consultants and Coaches
RENEWING
MEMBERS
As of Publication Date
1978 – 38 Years
School Board of Manatee County
1991 – 25 Years
Manatee Diagnostic Center
2010 – 6 Years
Ancient Ways, Inc.
2012 – 4 Years
Wake Up Beautiful located in Signature
Salons
World of Floors
LensCrafters
Seasons 52
Swordfish Grill & Tiki Bar
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Project Eliminator
2013 – 3 Years
Forbes Property Group
Go Legs Cycle Studio
Hair Cuttery
Inspiration Academy
Premier Sotheby's International Realty Glo Reber
2015 – 1 Year
Dahlman's Landscape Management
Florida Personal Injury Physicians
Home Helpers of Bradenton
Mr. Depend-a-Pool
Phil-Com, LLC
The White Horse Pub
2014 – 2 Years
A/C Warehouse
AltMed, LLC
At Your Service Cleaning Group
Change It Coach, LLC
Green Venture Landscape Management
Gulf Coast Institute of Rejuvention
Gulfcoast Legal Services, Inc.
Keen Campaigning, Inc.
1993 – 23 Years
Walmart Store, Inc. #1171
1994 – 22 Years
Your hometown choice for the area’s best properties.
Carpet Depot
Don’t Make a Move
until you contact
Darcie Duncan.
1996 – 20 Years
Nicholas P. Constantine, DC, PA
Walmart Supercenter West #1004
1997 – 19 Years
Bekins A-1 Movers, Inc.
Darcie Duncan, crs, Gri
Broker-Owner
941.779.0304
teamduncan.com
Residential Sales • Investment Properties • Vacation & Annual Rentals • Property Management
1998 – 18 Years
Bradenton Health Care
2004 – 12 Years
The Mosaic Company
Walmart #3474
2006 – 10 Years
Blue Door Spa and Salon
De Soto National Memorial
North River Dental Group
Paychex, Inc.
Walmart Supercenter Store #3370
2007 – 9 Years
Beaux-Arts Group
Magic Scissors Alterations
Synergy Medical
The Anna Maria Islander
2009 – 7 Years
Manatee Diagnostic Center - Parrish
Wishing Our
Members
a Safe
and
Happy
Fourth of
July
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Chamber Reaches More Than 3,500
Students with Project T.E.A.C.H.
A very special thank you to more than 145 volunteers who participated
in Project T.E.A.C.H. on the morning of Friday, May 20. Our volunteers
gathered at Freedom Village Retirement Community for a breakfast
orientation sponsored by Manatee Education Foundation. After the
orientation, the volunteers headed to their assigned fourth grade classes
all over Manatee County where they spent an hour with a classroom full of
future entrepreneurs and business owners.
The volunteers shared their business backgrounds and perspectives with the fourth graders. Students then
thought about what business they would like to be in by drawing their own business cards. Dreams and
ideas of the students ranged from astronauts to zoo keepers and many things in between. Without the help
of our sponsor, Manatee Education Foundation, and the support of Tropicana, Freedom Village, and Palm
Printing, this year’s program would not have been such a success. For more information about Project
T.E.A.C.H. and other workforce education initiatives, please contact Jahna Allen at 941-748-4842, ext. 172.
Thank You to Our 145+ Project T.E.A.C.H. Volunteers
•Tiffany Allen, AFLAC
•Sylvia Archie, School District of Manatee County
•Brian Arledge, Liberty Savings Bank
•Xtavia Bailey
•Florim Bala, Gettel Automotive Group
•Mike Barber, School District of Manatee County
•John Barnott, Manatee County Government
•Fred Bartholomew, Gettel Automotive Group
•Mark Bedell, Gettel Automotive Group
•Richard Bedford, Schroeder-Manatee Ranch, Inc.
•Stephanie Begley, Heintz & Becker
•Marta Belle
•Mickey Bennet, Global Sanchez, Inc.
•Derek Berg, Studio 26 Productions
•Jason Berry, The Mosaic Company
•Rick Bisio, The Educated Franchisee
•Bruce Body, Raymond James & Associates, Inc.
•Tammy Boggs, Manatee County Government Building Department
•Todd Bohlmann, Labinal Power Systems
•Amanda Brameister, School District of Manatee County
•Rob Brightbill, Sarasota County Fire Department
•Cassandra Burns, Wagner Realty Corporate Office
•Glenna Campana, Manatee County Government
•Don Carroll, Gettel Automotive Group
•Leslie Chevalier, Manatee Technical College
•Nick Choat, Sport Clips Bradenton
•Cliff Chroust, School District of Manatee County
•Susan Clouser, Fifth Third Bank - Tuttle Ave.
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•Alicia Cotton, Tropicana Products
•Crystal Culver, Keiser University
•Araceli Cumbo, State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota
•Rosa Daughtry, School District of Manatee County
•Sherri Deal, Alpha Business Solutions
•Terry Derammelaere, Gettel Automotive Group
•Gary Dhamsania, CareerSource Suncoast
•Francine Diemer, Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County
•Elizabeth Donald, A Space 4 U®
•Toni Duval, TLD - Training and Leadership Development
•Jane Eggert, Cadence Bank, N.A.
•Jay Ellis, Mixon Fruit Farms, Inc.
•Dolores Episcopo, Goodwill Industries - Manasota, Inc.
•Catrese Estes, Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County
•Mayu Fielding, Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club
•Ali Finn, Shinn & Company, LLC
•Patrick Fletcher, School District of Manatee County
•Sandra Ford, School District of Manatee County
•Rich Fredd, McIntyre Elwell & Strammer General Contractors, Inc.
•Anthony Gagliano, CareerSource Suncoast
•Deborah Perry-Gambino, School District of Manatee County
•Elzy Garcia, School District of Manatee County
•Bob Gause, Allison-Gause, Inc.
•Kristin Gause, Bank of the Ozarks - Palmetto
•Jack Gorrill, Gettel Automotive Group
•Donald Goudy, Veritas! Pest Management, LLC
•Tami Goudy, Veritas! Pest Management, LLC
•David Grace, Abacus Web Services
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We Could Not Have Done It without You
•Fern Grace, Abacus Web Services
•Paula Hart School District of Manatee County
•Danielle Hasty, Coastal Eye Institute (formerly Manatee Sarasota Eye Clinic)
•Teresa Herbst, Manatee Technical College
•Joanne Hibbs, Servpro of Bradenton
•Kaylee Hinerman, Fifth Third Bank - Lakewood Ranch
•Caryn Hodge, The Sandbar Restaurant
•Patrick Hogan, Hunt Realty & Development
•Cheryl Houghtby, Rotary Club of West Bradenton, Florida USA
•Greg Howard, The Mosaic Company
•Rachel Infanti, CareerSource Suncoast
•Zack Joel, CareerSource Suncoast
•Bryan Johnson, PCSL Group
•Jennifer Johnson, School District of Manatee County
•Jade Kafer, Beach Veterinary Clinic
•David Kavaughn, Gettel Automotive Group
•Brian Kelley, Shinn & Company, LLC
•Dianne Kopczynski, Mauldin & Jenkins CPA, LLC
•Lora Kosten, University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
•Anne Lee
•Frank Levey
•Barb Lewis, Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County
•Lynn Lineman
•Craig Little, Lakewood Ranch High School
•Valerie Longo, PCI Communications, Inc.
•Larry Luh, Manatee County Government
•Billy Malfese, Manatee County Government
•Shannon May, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites East
•Brendan McDowell, Manatee Memorial Hospital
•David Miner, Law Office of David W. Miner
•Zachary Molnar, Manatee County Government
•Nadia Montagner, Jayzee
•Lora Morley, Adjust Your Life Chiropractic
•Paul Nelson, Pearson & Nelson
•Darcy Orlando, Global Sanchez, Inc.
•David Parrish, United Electric
•Jim Pauley, Southeast High School
•Jared Paulson, Harbor Community Bank
•Judy Pearson, Pearson & Nelson
•Michelle Penn, University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
•Eric Peters, Sunshine Bank
•Jannon Pierce, Easter Seals Southwest Florida
•Lynn Pierce, Manatee County Government
•Judy Pohlman, Labinal Power Systems
•David Potter, Nature's Academy
•Lacy Pritchard, Manatee County Government
•Lila Rajabio
•Celeste Reid, Shinn & Company, LLC
•Antonia Ripo, University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
•Ashley Robinson, Manatee County Government
•Karen Rutherford, The Joy FM - WJIS 88.1
•Wagner Santos, Santos Autos, LLC
•Steven Saumier, Manatee Technical College
•Cindy Saunders, School District of Manatee County
•Sharon Scarbrough, Haile Middle School
•Greg Schlabach, McIntyre Elwell & Strammer General Contractors, Inc.
•Misty Servia, King Engineering Associates
•Todd Shear, Manatee County Sheriff's Office
•Diana Shoemaker, Manatee County Habitat for Humanity
•Erinn Siemers, Gettel Toyota of Bradenton
•Geoffrey Silpa, Manatee County Government
•Karen Skrill, Rotary Club of West Bradenton, Florida USA
•Stewart Skrill, Rotary Club of West Bradenton, Florida USA
•Isabel Soto, Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County
•Gail Stout
•Jackie Taxdal, Cavanaugh & Co., LLP
•Mitchell Teitelbaum, School District of Manatee County
•Regina Thoma, School District of Manatee County
•Robin Thompson, School District of Manatee County
•Sean Tingler, CareerSource Suncoast
•Josh Tomlinson, McIntyre Elwell & Strammer General Contractors, Inc.
•Gloria Tracy, State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota
•Elizabeth Trent, BB&T Manatee
•Tracy Vanderneck, Phil-Com, LLC
•Michael Vejins, Raymond James & Associates Inc.
•Kyle Vickery, School District of Manatee County
•Edward Viltz
•Daisy Vulovich, State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota
•Sandi Wall, Sarasota Orthopedic Associates
•Taylor Wallace, Santos Autos, LLC
•Joni Wallace-Brightbill, School District of Manatee County
•Ellen Walther, Gettel Toyota of Bradenton
•Doug Warrington, CareerSource Suncoast
•Kristin West, Abbott Medical Optics
•Katie Wixom, Gettel Automotive Group
•Nadia Wood, Harvest United Methodist Church
•Gerald Yagy, Ken Christy Insurance
Mark Your Calendar for
the Inaugural Manatee
Chamber Culinary Crawl
Saturday, August 27
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Enjoy some of the area’s best appetizers and small plates while riding around in
style and comfort! Climb aboard a luxury coach and network with other guests
as you travel around to different Chamber member restaurants and sample their
tastiest dishes. Along the way, you’ll have many chances to win awesome raffle
prizes. The tour will begin at the Chamber’s Bradenton office and end at O’Brick’s
Irish Pub & Martini Bar. Ticket prices are $50 per person and include transportation,
food samples at each location, a complimentary beer or non-alcoholic drink to kickoff the tour, bottled water during the tour, a commemorative beverage cup, and
goody bag.
For more information or to register, contact Jahna at 941-748-4842, ext. 172 or email at [email protected]. You can also
register at manateechamber.com/crawl.
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JUNE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
The Humane Society of Manatee County has operated a no-kill facility since
its founding in 1970. Humane Society of Manatee County is committed to
leading Manatee County in fostering compassion and respect for all animals
through care, education and collaboration.
The philosophy of the Humane Society of Manatee County is that the
treatment of animals is a reflection of our community, and our four core
programs serving the animals continue to grow. The leadership of our
organization is proud of the high quality, high volume spay/neuter clinic, TNR
(Trap/Neuter/Return) program, shelter adoption and retention services and
Pet Safety Net. The Humane Society actively collaborates with other animal
welfare organizations within the community to reduce euthanasia of animals
as a means of population control.
Our community outreach efforts are being expanded as these partnerships
are essential to achieving our goals. We are committed to providing the
highest quality medical care and related services for all of the animals in
Manatee County, including those animals in families facing economic
challenges.
Over the past six years, we have added to our animal shelter a high-volume
spay/neuter clinic, a pet food bank, a trap-neuter-return program for feral
cats, preventative veterinary care services, and a grant-funded community
outreach coordinator. In September 2015, the doors opened to our new
Pet Health Center, a 10,000 square foot, repurposed building to serve not
only our shelter animals and the public, but also pet owners that may not
otherwise be able to afford veterinary care for their pets. We have identified
this as a great need in Manatee County as many lower income pet owners
find this to be a literal life-or-death situation for their family pet.
We welcome you to tour our facility, to see our mission in action and how we
save lives four paws at a time.
Humane Society of Manatee County
2515 14th Street West
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941-747-8808
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Manatee Chamber of Commerce
| July Current 2016
Chamber Launches Job Shadow Pilot with
Two High Schools
A ‘complete success’ describes the Chamber’s Job Shadow Pilot that was held May 5 at Manatee Memorial Hospital. Thanks to the
generosity of CEO Kevin DiLallo and Manatee Memorial Foundation Executive Director, Vernon DeSear, twenty high school students from
Bayshore and Southeast High Schools were welcomed with open arms to visit more than ten departments within the hospital. As one
student commented, “I never knew these jobs were available at a hospital. You normally think of just nurses and doctors but there are so
many other jobs such as security officers, IT, finance, office workers, and cooks.”
Job shadowing is designed to
increase career awareness for
students by allowing them to “walk
in the shadow” of a company's
employees. The Chamber will be
collaborating to expand the job
shadow program for the 2016-2017
school year.
Almost any workplace is a potential
job-shadowing site. For more
information on how you can host a
student, please contact Jahna at
941-748-4842, ext. 172 or email
[email protected].
Job Shadow students visit the Emergency Room at Manatee Memorial Hospital
Kevin DiLallo, CEO, and AnnaLuisa Huffman, Director of Volunteer
Services, talk to students about Manatee Memorial Hospital and the
benefits of a career at a health care facility.
July Current 2016
Manatee Memorial Foundation Executive Director Vernon DeSear
welcomes the job shadow students.
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MAY COFFEE CLUB
At the Manatee YMCA, we believe that being healthy means more than
simply being physically active. We are more than a gym, we’re a cause.
The Y is committed to strengthening our community through youth
development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
You know the faces of need in Manatee County as well as we do: children
in need of educational support, teens in need of positive role models,
and families in need of a place where they can grow in spirit, mind and
body. The Y is committed to meeting these needs and others through
programs such as child care, aquatics, group exercise classes, fitness,
camp and youth sports. We see every interaction with young people as
an opportunity for learning and development—all grounded in the Y’s
core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. And with our
doors open to all, we bring together people from all backgrounds, and
support those who need us most. We take on the most urgent needs
in our community and inspire a spirit of service in return. Our members,
volunteers, supporters and staff demonstrate the power of what we can
achieve.
The Y has the long standing track record and on-the-ground presence
necessary to address the county’s most pressing social issues related
to youth, health and community life. With a mission to put Christian
principles into practice, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to
make sure everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the
opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Manatee County YMCA
5100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.
Bradenton, FL 34211
941-782-0228
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Manatee Chamber of Commerce
| July Current 2016
Save the Date!
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Friday, October 14
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32nd Annual
Manatee Chamber of Commerce
Golf Tournament
Bradenton Country Club
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM • Registration & Lunch
12:30 PM • Shotgun Start
Awards Banquet Following Play
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Tech TIPS
Meet the Technology Committee
The Manatee Chamber’s Technology Committee identifies existing and evolving technologies that can further the Chamber’s mission and
shares knowledge with our members to assist you in staying abreast of technologies that can help your business.
You’ll find these individuals at Chamber networking events, read their brilliant articles in the Current magazine, and we’ll be putting on
a Techxpo seminar / panel discussion on November 3 from 9:00 AM to Noon in the Manatee Chamber’s Lakewood Ranch Office at the
McClure Center. Mark your calendars now and look for more details as we get closer to the event!
Kevin Baylor, Committee Chair
Suncoast Business Technologies
[email protected]
Matt Gilbert
Custom Computer and Network Solutions
[email protected]
Kevin McNulty
NetWeave Social Networking
[email protected]
Jim Althouse
Zymphony Technology Solutions
[email protected]
David Grace
Abacus Web Services
[email protected]
Naz Morris
Last 7 Studios
[email protected]
Derek Berg
Studio 26 Productions
[email protected]
Chris Graser
Last 7 Studios
[email protected]
Lauren Probst
SouthTech
[email protected]
Cassandra Burns
Wagner Realty
[email protected]
Manuel Gutierrez
Optivon, Inc.
[email protected]
Nathan Svec
Svesty Tech
[email protected]
Nick Choat
Sport Clips Bradenton
[email protected]
Bruce Kamm
Intertrade
[email protected]
Terry Thompson
Webtivity Marketing & Design
[email protected]
Why I Love the Chamber...
“Bank of America has been proud to be a member of the Manatee Chamber. As a member
of the Team and Small Business Banker supporting this County I am proud to call home,
I am excited about the opportunities the Chamber has provided to meet businesses that
can benefit from our respective services. The spirit within the Chamber to support each
other is second to none and I look forward to looking at ways to support the Chamber and
members.
As a Small Business Banker, members have utilized Bank of America to help them
find solutions to improving cash flow including support with lending solutions such as:
purchasing or refinancing commercial buildings, purchasing equipment, and business
credit cards. Being part of the Chamber and supporting my fellow members is a privilege.
Life’s better when we’re connected™
Henry Sieloff
Vice President
Small Business Banker/Bradenton
Small Business Banking
Bank of America
FL4-456-01-01;
6160 14th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207
T 941-465-4622 F 941-465-4616
[email protected]
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| July Current 2016
Member
News
Air & Energy
is pleased to announce
that Dustin Fusillo has joined the team driving
marketing and business development.
Prior to coming aboard, Fusillo served as a
project manager for local start-ups Techne
Tennis and Inspiration Academy. He worked
in numerous operations roles including
housing, transportation, information
systems, sales/marketing, and business
development.
Home Helpers of Bradenton,
a provider of non-medical in-home care, has
named Amanda Lunsford as its new Office
Manager. Ms. Lunsford, who is a Bradenton
native, will oversee all administrative
functions of the office including client
communications, recruiting, scheduling,
payroll and billing. She has over 5 years of
experience as an office manager, managing
the administrative functions of multiple
companies from a single office. retail and manufacturing. Angie brings more
than 25 years of accounting and auditing
experience to her role as audit principal. Prior
to joining the Shinn & Co team, Angie worked
for the State of Illinois as the accounting and
finance functional lead on the statewide ERP
implementation team.
Sunshine Bank
announced the
hiring of long time area banker Mercy Cortez
as the new Banking Center Manager of
the Bradenton location at 6004 26th Street
W. She brings over 15 years of banking
knowledge with her in the form of business
& retail lending, Treasury Management and
deposit gathering.
The Gettel Automotive Family
of Dealerships is pleased to announce
its recent hire of Terry Derammelaere,
who joined the corporate team as Human
Resource Director. Derammelaere comes
to the Gettel Automotive Group with 22
years in recruitment and human resources
experience.
Manatee Memorial Hospital The Pittsburgh Pirates
received the American Heart Association/
American Stroke Association’s Get With
The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality
Achievement Award with Target: Stroke(SM)
Honor Roll for the eighth year. The award
recognizes the hospital’s commitment
to providing the most appropriate stroke
treatment according to nationally recognized,
research-based guidelines based on the
latest scientific evidence.
Shinn & Co is proud to welcome David
Mulholland, CPA, MBA, AIAF and Angie
Oxley, CPA,CIA as the newest members of
the audit leadership team. David Mulholland
brings more than 15 years of experience
to his new role as audit manager. A
Certified Public Account with a Master’s in
Business Administration, David has a wide
range of industry experience with specific
expertise in the insurance market, along
with construction, real estate, not-for-profit,
and
its minor league affiliate – the Bradenton
Marauders – were honored for their
investment in education. Commissioner
of Education Pam Stewart presented the
Commissioner’s
Business
Recognition
Awards. Trevor Gooby, Senior Director of
Florida Operations for the Pittsburgh Pirates,
and Wakeland Elementary School Principal
Mario Mendoza, attended the Florida
Chamber Foundation Education Summit
in Orlando, on behalf of the School District
of Manatee County. The school district
nominated the Pittsburgh Pirates/Bradenton
Marauders based on a long-standing and
beneficial business partnership.
Turning Points
is pleased that
the Manatee County Board of County
Commissioners has approved funding for
Turning Points to add a pilot on-site blood
testing, education and treatment program
for HbA1C (blood sugar) and Lipid Panels
(Cholesterol) at the Bill Galvano One Stop
Center Clinic. Providing these tests on-site
allows the physicians, clinicians and LECOM
students at the Turning Points clinic to inform
the patient immediately of the results and
to provide education, nutrition information,
and pharmacy education and services as
available for conditions related to diabetes
and high cholesterol.
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One Publication, Multiple Markets
Opportunity to Promote Your Business
14,000 copies of the Manatee Chamber’s Annual Preferred Business Directory
and Visitor’s & Newcomer’s Guide are distributed each year and we never charge
anyone for receiving a copy. We want to get information about our community
and your businesses to as many folks as possible. We have multiple distribution
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promote your products and services. Ad sales are coming to a close and you do
not want to miss this opportunity!
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An Online Version with Links to All Advertisers
To place your advertisement, please contact Project Sales Director, Nick Yankosky
by calling 513-257-3684.
Bagels & Benefits
Member Reception
Need to brush up on your Chamber member benefits?
This reception is a great opportunity to learn more about
the Manatee Chamber, meet the staff, and hear about the
many member benefits available to you. Let us help you
take full advantage of your membership.
All members are welcome! Seating is limited. RSVP requested.
Thursday, August 18
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4215 Concept Court, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Register online at ManateeChamber.com/Events
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Mon. 4
Wed. 6
Tues. 12
Wed. 13
Thurs. 14
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Wed. 20
Wed. 27
Thurs. 28
Independence Day
Power Connection Lunch
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Healthcare Committee Meeting
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Business After Hours
5:00 – 7:00 PM
LinkedIn Workshop
2:00 – 4:00 PM
Power Connection Breakfast
7:30 – 9:00 AM
MYP Networking Social
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Power Connection Lunch
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
MYPower Networking Lunch Catered by Sonny's BBQ11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
Coffee Club / United Way Campaign Kick-Off 7:30 – 9:00 AM
Chamber Offices Closed
Polo Grill and Bar
Bradenton Board Room
Blake Medical Center
Lakewood Ranch Board Room
Theresa's Restaurant
Gecko's Grill & Pub 'Braden River Plaza'
Beach House Restaurant
Lakewood Ranch Board Room
Manatee Technical College
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Tue. 2
Wed. 3
Thurs.4
Fri. 5
Tue. 9
Thurs. 11
Fri. 12
Wed. 17
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Fri. 19
Wed. 24
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Wed. 31
BBC Advisory Committee Meeting
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Power Connection Lunch
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
4:00 – 7:00 PM
15th Annual Ship-Shape Showcase
Small Business Council Meeting
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Business After Hours
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Technology Committee Meeting
3:30 – 4:30 PM MYP Networking Social
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Transportation Committee Meeting
8:00 – 9:00 AM
37th Annual Small Business of the Year Awards 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Power Connection Lunch
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Dale Carnegie Time Management
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Education & Workforce Committee Meeting 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Bagels & Benefits Member Reception
3:00 – 4:30 PM
Natural Resources Committee Meeting
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Chamber Executive Committee Meeting
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Infill Committee Meeting
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Coffee Club
7:45 – 9:00 AM
Downtown Redevelopment Committee Meeting 8:00 – 9:00 AM
Manatee Chamber Culinary Crawl
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Primary Election
7:00 – 7:00 PM
Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
4:00 – 5:00 PM
MYPower Networking Lunch
11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
Bradenton Board Room
Cedar Reef Fish Camp
Port Manatee
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Firkins Chrysler Jeep Dodge Mitsubishi
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Pier 22
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IMG Academy Golf Club
Outback Steakhouse - Cortez
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Bradenton Board Room
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