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March Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 3 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chairman...... Bill Poulton, Tropicana Products Immediate Past Chairman...... Darcie Duncan, Duncan Real Estate Chairman-Elect...... Ernie Withers, Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota Treasurer...... Jeff Podobnik, Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club Vice Chairman, Membership...... Christy Cardillo, Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC Vice Chairman, Public Policy & Small Business...... Rick Bisio, The Educated Franchisee Vice Chairman, Workforce & Community Development...... Phill Baker, Boyd Insurance & Investment Services President | CEO...... Jacki Dezelski, Manatee Chamber of Commerce MAILING ADDRESS P.O. Box 321 Bradenton, FL 34206-0321 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Karen LaPensee, LaPensee Plumbing, Pools & Air Mark Barnebey, Esq., Blalock Walters, P.A. David Miner, Esq., School District of Manatee County (Ex Officio) BRADENTON OFFICE Jason Bartz, NDC Construction Company Kevin Baylor, Alliance IT, LLC Stewart Moon, Jr., Air & Energy 2ND FLOOR - BANK OZK Richard Bedford, Schroeder-Manatee Ranch Inc. John Nash, Osceola Pines-Tember 1901 Manatee Avenue West Bruce Body, Raymond James & Associates, Inc. Jeff Nickse, Accurate Benefit Solutions, LLC Bradenton, FL 34205 Shirley Bryant, Mayor, City of Palmetto (Ex Officio) Donal O'Shea, New College of Florida (Ex Officio) Phone: 941-748-3411 Carlos Buqueras, Manatee County Port Authority Bruce Patneaude, IMG Academy Rick Piccolo, Sarasota Bradenton International Fax: 941-745-1877 (Ex Officio) Cassandra Burns, Wagner Realty Airport (Ex Officio) Brian Carter, Mauldin & Jenkins CPA, LLC Wayne Poston, Mayor, City of Bradenton LAKEWOOD RANCH OFFICE Bill Colgate, MD, MCR Health (Ex Officio) AT THE MCCLURE CENTER Cheri Coryea, Manatee Co. Government (Ex Officio) Dennis Ragosta, Southwest Florida Water 4215 Concept Court Ted Ehrlichman, CareerSource Suncoast (Ex Officio) Management District (Ex Officio) Teresa Rawe, MD,TeamHealth Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211 Janelle Esposito, Esq., Esposito Law Group, P.A. Darren Haimer, Bradenton Herald Cynthia Saunders, School District of Manatee Phone: 941-748-3411 Steve Hall, Alltrust Insurance County (Ex Officio) Fax: 941-745-1877 Stu Henderson, Fawley Bryant Architecture Chris Sharek, Progressive Water Resources Sharon Hillstrom, Bradenton Area Economic Vicki Silver, Feld Entertainment, Inc. [email protected] Development Corporation Brian Thomas, State College of Florida (Ex Officio) Doug Van Dyke, Leadership Simplified ManateeChamber.com Karen Holbrook, PhD, University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee (Ex Officio) Kerry Ward, Bank OZK Stephen Jonsson, Commissioner, Manatee County MISSION: Government (Ex Officio) To build a positive business environment while enhancing the community’s quality of life. MANATEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFF Terri Behling, Vice President, Workforce and Community Development...... [email protected], ext. 172 The Manatee Chamber of Kim Dalglish, IOM, Vice President, Membership...... [email protected], ext. 121 Commerce’s Current magazine is Jacki Dezelski, IOM, President | CEO...... [email protected], ext. 131 published monthly and distributed Tim Estep, Member Engagement Manager...... [email protected], ext. 275 to more than 3,000 business Tim Fenimore, Membership Development Representative...... [email protected], ext. 241 Michael Gallen, Esq., Vice Pres., Public Policy & Small Business...... [email protected], ext. 124 and community leaders. It is an Carole Guevara, Information Specialist...... [email protected], ext. 200 advertising medium available only Kimberly Henley, Program & Events Manager...... [email protected], ext. 139 to Chamber members. Erica Massey, Executive Assistant, Public Policy & Small Business...... [email protected], ext. 123 Carey Miller, Office Administrator...... [email protected], ext. 113 FOR ADVERTISING Cara Misiewicz, Executive Assistant, Membership...... [email protected], ext. 122 RATES CONTACT: Reba Parrish, Information Specialist...... [email protected], ext. 100 Michele Slaughter Dawn Plavak, Better Business Council Manager...... [email protected], ext. 114 941-748-4842, ext. 116 or Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance...... [email protected], ext. 115 [email protected] Michele Slaughter, Creative Services Manager...... [email protected], ext. 116

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4 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | March Current 2019 contents FEATURES IN EVERY ISSUE ON THE COVER 6 Member Benefits & Engagement Guide 8 Platinum Spotlight: Did you know that Port Manatee Offers Roadmap to Membership Success Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club generates more than $2.3 billion in annual economic impact? The Port 7 Advocacy 14 Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) also supports more than 24,000 jobs. • Your Business Is Our Business in 16 Thank You Chairman's Circle Investors Tallahassee Each year the Port welcomes the 20 Better Business Council (BBC) Manatee Chamber for our 9 18th Annual Ship-Shape Showcase Annual Ship-Shape Showcase. • Free Networking for Chamber 23 Business After Hours Highlights In addition to the fabulous business Members 24 Welcome New Members and networking event you'd expect 10 Headliners Monthly Membership from a Chamber Showcase, 26 Biscuits & Benefits Member Reception Lunches you can jump on a tour bus and • Mar. 13 | Ed Hunzeker Reflects on 27 Power Connection Events experience the sights, sounds, and "seas" of our bustling Port. 12 Years as Manatee County 28 Ribbon Cutting Celebrations Administrator 29 Member News You'll want to join us on Thursday, • Apr. 17 | How Tourism Impacts April 4 and bring your entire office! Your Business with Elliott Falcione 30 Calendar of Events & Meetings For more event information, • Headliners Recap - State of the Ports please see page 9.

11 Seminar For more Port Manatee • Mar. 26 | 5 Generations in the information, please see page 13. Workplace and Another One on the Way Small Business of the Year Nominations Open in April Award Nominations May 5 - 11 | National Small Business Week - Save the Date Now Being Accepted MANATEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFF 12 Leadership Manatee Applications for Terri Behling, Vice President, Workforce and Community Development...... [email protected], ext. 172 2019-20 Class Available in April for the Champions of Kim Dalglish, IOM, Vice President, Membership...... [email protected], ext. 121 Project TEACH: Save the Date Healthcare Awards Jacki Dezelski, IOM, President | CEO...... [email protected], ext. 131 Friday, May 17 Tim Estep, Member Engagement Manager...... [email protected], ext. 275 Tim Fenimore, Membership Development Representative...... [email protected], ext. 241 13 Port Manatee - Your Gateway to Michael Gallen, Esq., Vice Pres., Public Policy & Small Business...... [email protected], ext. 124 International Trade Carole Guevara, Information Specialist...... [email protected], ext. 200 th Kimberly Henley, Program & Events Manager...... [email protected], ext. 139 17 56 Annual Dinner - A Night of Erica Massey, Executive Assistant, Public Policy & Small Business...... [email protected], ext. 123 Celebration and Leadership Carey Miller, Office Administrator...... [email protected], ext. 113 21 Get your Business on the Map Cara Misiewicz, Executive Assistant, Membership...... [email protected], ext. 122 Reba Parrish, Information Specialist...... [email protected], ext. 100 26 Do You Know a Champion of Dawn Plavak, Better Business Council Manager...... [email protected], ext. 114 Healthcare? Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance...... [email protected], ext. 115 Michele Slaughter, Creative Services Manager...... [email protected], ext. 116 31 Travel with the Chamber • Discover Spectacular Spain 7th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards JUNE 20 GROVE Restaurant, Patio & Ballroom 7:30 - 9:30 AM

Business After Hours MYP Networking Social Coffee Club March 12NETWORKING • 5:00 - 7:00 PM AT A GLANCE March 15 • 5:00 PM March 28 • 7:45 - 9:00 AM AutoNation Ford of Bradenton Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club Water's Edge of Bradenton

March Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 5 membership matters Member Benefits & Engagement Guide Offers Roadmap to Membership Success With more than 100 member benefits, we’re here to help you hand-pick those that best support your business. Whether you are looking to network and connect, contribute to the wellbeing of the community, share your voice in advocacy efforts, grow your business, learn something new, get noticed, or save time and money, the Manatee Chamber can help make it happen. To help you gain the most impact from your membership investment, the Member Benefits & Engagement Guide will help you determine the programs, events and initiatives that best match your business needs.

This month, a copy of this guide will be mailed to each member business. If you would like additional copies for your employees, give us a call or stop by either our Bradenton office or Lakewood Ranch office. We are your Chamber, let us help you achieve your business goals. Thank you to Blake Medical Center for sponsoring the Member Benefits & Engagement Guide!

Maximize Your Membership Investment As you read through the guide, look for these icons to help you arget the benefits that matter most to you and your business. Network and Connect Learn Something New One of the top reasons members Knowledge is power and the Manatee join the Manatee Chamber is to grow Chamber offers many training their network and connect with new and educational opportunities. Save Money customers. As the largest Chamber in the Knowledge gives us the ability to make The Manatee Chamber uses its Tampa Bay area, with approximately 2,000 better decisions and improve the lives of “power in numbers” to provide members representing 68,000+ employees, those around us. Utilize the Chamber – it is a low-cost or free access to training, we have numerous opportunities for you to powerful information source! marketing, employee recruitment, business generate new business. Networking activities counseling and the purchasing of products are not only fun, but critical to your personal Have a Voice and services. growth and business development. The Manatee Chamber works every day to ensure the voice of business Save Time Contribute to the Well-being of is heard and that a consistent pro- The Manatee Chamber is a valuable the Community business, pro-community message is delivered information source for businesses, The Manatee Chamber’s positioning to key decision-makers. Lend your voice to residents and visitors alike. Whether statement – Strengthening Your our efforts and help shape our community’s you are looking for products or services, ways Business and Our Community – future. to garner some positive press, information reflects the critical relationship that exists on recreation, entertainment, relocation, or between a strong, growing business sector Get Noticed where to eat, utilize the Chamber to answer and vibrant quality of life. Lend your time, and Did you know that consumers are your questions that in turn saves you valuable your voice, to ensuring our community is a 80% more likely to do business with time, and money. great place to live, work and play. a company they know is a member of the local Chamber of Commerce? The Manatee Grow Your Business and Chamber offers many ways to promote and advertise your business to our more than 2,000 Bottom Line members representing 68,000+ employees. At the Manatee Chamber, it’s all Let us help draw attention to your business! about you and the success of your business. Take advantage of programs designed specifically to help you make new connections, discover efficiencies and maximize your return on investment; all of which can positively impact your bottom line. public policy Your Business Is Our Business in Tallahassee Your Chamber’s Tallahassee Team reported to the halls of the State Capitol last month to represent you and your business. We delivered the business community’s legislative priorities to our state leaders. If not the Manatee Chamber, then who?

Our team’s goal during this annual lobbying trip, and throughout each legislative session, is to advocate for you and support lawmakers. We highlight issues that are important to the business community, such as water quality, workforce housing, transportation and infrastructure, taxation, and education and workforce development. We believe responsive legislation addressing these issues is key to meeting the Chamber’s mission of building a strong business environment while enhancing our community’s quality of life. Senate President Galvano with Chamber Team However, we’re not just lobbying. Equally important, our Chamber team makes this trip to foster strong relationships with our senators, representatives, legislative staff, and agency heads. Relationship-building involves listening to our legislators to understand their priorities and how we can support them. This year’s trip to Tallahassee was unique as we welcomed a number of new lawmakers. Coupled with a new governor, cabinet members, and numerous newly appointed agency heads, we have a new landscape developing in Tallahassee. Of 170 lawmakers, 114 have served two years or less, and a number of them just took office a few months ago. This dynamic underscores the importance of building and creating relationships with our state’s top decision makers. Representative Buchanan with Chamber Team

The Chamber believes it’s critically important for us to be a go-to resource for our lawmakers and state leadership as they adopt policy and craft legislation that is good for our community - without adversely impacting our business community and quality of life.

Legislators vote on hundreds of pieces of legislation each session that have an impact on our business environment. During the 2018 session, 3,192 bills were filed with 200 becoming law. Florida has the 17th largest economy in the world, larger than both Saudi Arabia and Switzerland, and we have a myriad of challenging issues we must address to maintain a desirable quality of life in our state. Each session, our Representative Newton with Chamber Team senators and representatives must become familiar with various, complex legislative and policy matters. It’s important the Chamber is known as a trusted resource, that is the voice of the business community.

So while you’re busy running your business, take comfort that your Chamber is representing you and providing you a seat at the table.

Senator Gruters with Chamber Team

Brian Thomas, Representative Gregory Eddie Metzger, Jacki Dezelski, and and Jacki Dezelski Representative Robinson Representative Good in discussion with Chamber Team Members

A special note of appreciation to our trip sponsors for enabling us to effectively represent our business community: FPL, TECO, and SMR – Thank you! PLATINUM MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Marauders Celebrate a Decade on the Diamond The Bradenton Marauders, The calling card of a successful minor Winning on the field, producing Major League the High-A affiliate of league team is a substantial talent, and establishing a commitment to the Pittsburgh Pirates, number of alumni in the big the community are all important parts of are celebrating the 10th leagues. The Marauders check the Bradenton Marauders tradition. The season for the franchise this box with 57 former players Marauders have generated an abundance in 2019. The Marauders rising to the Major Leagues of memories for fans at LECOM Park. From are the realization of since 2010. Watching the playoff runs, to hosting the 2014 FSL All- a commitment by former Marauders Star Game, executing meaningful charitable the Pirates to have a ascend to MLB stardom endeavors, winning “Best of the Ballparks” for year round presence is even more special in having the finest facility in High-A baseball, in Bradenton and to Bradenton, where fans and the constant expansion of the number of provide entertaining have the opportunity Marauders in the Majors, Bradenton has many baseball through the summer to see their favorite players return reasons to take pride in its ball club. months. Introducing the Marauders for Spring Training each year in the to Bradenton 10 years ago was quest to make it to Pittsburgh. 2019 will be a year of celebration at LECOM Park. about more than the establishment A decade of Marauders baseball is a milestone of a new team or a new brand. It was the Changing lives through Pirates baseball for a franchise growing its tradition every establishment of a brand new tradition. is an important tenet of how the Pirates keep year. Opening the legacy of the great Roberto Clemente night for the Bradenton’s first Florida State League team alive today. The Marauders are an extension 2019 season is since the 1920s thrived throughout its first of that mission in Bradenton. Every Marauders Saturday, April nine seasons on the field. The Marauders player conducts 10 hours of community 6 at 6:30 p.m. advanced to the playoffs four times and service each season. Most do double or triple It will serve captured the FSL championship in 2016. Fans that amount. Players visit schools, take part in as a kickoff to looking to root, root, root for the home team community cleanup initiatives, support youth a celebration all summer long have been met with on-field sports leagues, and much more to help make that will last all success to cheer. a positive impact. summer long!

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ManateeChamber.com/ShipShape For more information: [email protected] | 941-748-3411 headliners: monthly membership lunch HOT TOPICS | COOL SPEAKERS Pride and Progress: How Does Reflections on 12 Years as Manatee County Administrator Tourism Impact Ed Hunzeker, Manatee County Administrator

Ed Hunzeker's 50-plus year career in public service ends this month Your Business? when he retires as Manatee County Administrator. Join us as Ed reflects What Does It Bring to on his time in Manatee County and the role he played in redefining Our Community? relationships with many local partners and with the businesses and residents of Manatee County. Elliott Falcione, Executive Director,

Ed will share highlights and the accomplishments that made him Bradenton Area Convention most proud and give us an idea of what he sees as Manatee County's & Visitors Bureau biggest challenges and opportunities in the future. Tourism is big business in Manatee. Let us Wednesday, March 13 guide you through the value that tourism brings to the community and local businesses, 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM introducing you to the area’s top feeder markets, both domestic and international, GROVE Restaurant, Patio & Ballroom and taking a look at the brand elements that work to showcase the characteristics of our 10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch 34202 community to potential visitors.

$35 Manatee Chamber & MYP Members ($45 after March 6) | $45 Future Members So, buckle up as we dive into how tourism impacts your business and enhances Special thanks to the GROVE Restaurant, Patio & Ballroom for your support of this luncheon. the quality of life for those of us who live, work, and play in Manatee County.

HEADLINERS REGISTRATION Erica Massey | 941-748-4842, ext. 123 | [email protected] ManateeChamber.com/Headliners

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Headliner events are open dialogues designed to allow members the opportunity to learn and interact with our speakers. Wednesday, April 17 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM Headliners Recap State of the Ports Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy From 48 million pineapples 5450 Bollettieri Blvd., Bradenton 34210 through Port Manatee to $45 million in improvements at $ SRQ Airport, 2018 was a record- 35 Manatee Chamber & breaking year for our ports that MYP Members resulted in more than $3 billion in ($45 after April 10) economic impact for our region. $45 Future Members In January we welcomed Carlos Buqueras of Port Manatee and Rick Piccolo of SRQ Airport to give our members an update on the State of the Ports. Attendees also got a sneak peek at the exciting new expansion and improvement plans coming up this year, so you won’t want to miss the next State of the Ports update coming in January 2020.

10 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | March Current 2019 seminars: learn something new BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT TOOLS | TRAINING AND INFO FOR YOUR TEAM

5 Generations in the Workplace Manatee Chamber and Another One on the Way Celebrates Small Considerations and Strategies for Leaders Business Gregg Taylor, Founder & President, Taylored Leadership Enrichment The Manatee Chamber believes business owners and leaders deserve recognition In your business do you see generational rifts or opportunities for for all of their contributions to our community and local economy. generational synergy? Here are the facts: 40TH ANNUAL There are currently five generations in the workplace and another one is on the way. Small Business • The perceptions and the reality are often not the same. • The currency of success is our people and our ability to build of the Year connections with and between them. AWARDS BREAKFAST • Understanding and bridging the Generational Divide is essential to the success of our businesses, organizations, August 23 communities and personal relationships. If you employ fewer than 80 people and have been in business more than three In this seminar you’ll participate in interactive DiSC exercises to show how to quickly determine years while conducting a substantial the basic DiSC style of other people, as well as your own, and learn the 2 questions that can amount of business in Manatee County, be used to “People Read” DiSC styles to increase your ability to communicate and connect with you are eligible to be nominated for Small Business of the Year. others. Nominations Open in May You’ll also learn: Consider nominating clients, business partners, non-profit organizations, your favorite business, • Leadership issues and strategies that will help you bridge the Generational Divide and build Generational Synergy or even your own business! • The value of Vulnerability-based Trust and Constructive Conflict • The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team Save the Date National Small Business Week Tuesday, March 26 May 5-11 2:00 - 4:00 PM Small Businesses are the foundation Manatee Chamber of Commerce of our community. When we support small business, jobs are created and Lakewood Ranch Office | 4215 Concept Court, Lakewood Ranch local communities preserve their unique culture. Join in on the celebration of $30 Manatee Chamber & MYP Members National Small Business and share $ $ your love for small business as 27 Non-Profit Chamber Members | 45 Future Members we celebrate all week long. May 6 | Manatee Small Business About the Speaker of the Year Nominations Open Gregg is an experienced executive coach, thought leader, and consultant who specializes in customized professional and May 7 | Seminar personal development for existing, emerging, and aspiring leaders and the organizations they lead. Taylored Leadership Public Relations 101 for Your Business Enrichment is a Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team® and Everything DiSC® authorized partner. May 8 | Headliners Monthly Membership Lunch: SEMINAR REGISTRATION SEMINARS SPONSORED BY Secrets to My Small Business Success with Manatee Small Business of the Year Winners Erica Massey | 941-748-4842, ext. 123 May 9 | Chamber Small Business Night with The Marauders [email protected] | ManateeChamber.com/Events May 10 | Morning Open House with the Chamber

March Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 11 Leadership Manatee Celebrates Save the Date! 1,259 Graduates Do you think you know all there is to know about Manatee County? You might be surprised! Ask any graduate of the Leadership Manatee program and they will share that they learned something new every time they met. The program is designed to expose current and future leaders to all aspects of Manatee County. Applications for the 2019-2020 Friday, May 17 Class will be available in April.

A critical factor in participant selection is identifying those individuals who are active in the community and are most apt to use their leadership knowledge and skills for the long-term benefit of Manatee County. It is common for individuals to apply more than once before being selected for a class.

Class members are led through twelve comprehensive days over the course of a class year focusing on a different segment of Manatee County, including: •• Agriculture •• Business & Industry •• Communications & Culture •• Education •• Healthcare •• Land Use & Transportation Software engineer, chef, firefighter, police •• Law Enforcement officer, teacher, You Tube celebrity! Career •• Leadership Development choices for students today are endless. The •• Local Government Manatee Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the School District of Manatee County The program's purpose is: developed a program called Project TEACH •• To identify community leaders of diverse backgrounds (Teach Everyone about Career Horizons). •• To develop their potential and desire to accept civic responsibilities and leadership roles Project TEACH is designed to increase career •• To expose community leaders to the problems and opportunities that face Manatee awareness among 4th grade students and County stress the importance of first impressions. For •• To build a realistic understanding of leadership in today's complex society many students, this is one of the first times •• To open a dialogue among emerging and current community leaders they have had a business volunteer in their •• To acquaint leaders with the processes, programs, opportunities and challenges for classroom - and the first time they have been individual involvement in Manatee County exposed to careers other than those of their parents.

Thank you to the generous support of the 2018-2019 Leadership Manatee Sponsors: More than 150 volunteers are needed to reach every 4th grade student. Volunteering is EASY and takes only a couple of hours.

To volunteer, register at ManateeChamber. com/Teach. Orientation will be available for volunteers. For more information, call Terri at 941-748-4842, ext. 172 or email at [email protected]. Thank You to Our Sponsor: For more information or to become a sponsor, please call Terri at 941-748-4842, ext. 172 or email [email protected] ManateeChamber.com/LeadershipManatee

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12 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | March Current 2019 Port Manatee - Your Gateway to International Trade Port Manatee is one of Florida’s largest and fastest-growing deepwater seaports, handling a variety of bulk, breakbulk, containerized and heavylift project cargos in northern Manatee County. Located >>2019<< at the entrance to Tampa Bay, Port Manatee moves 9.3 million tons of cargo each year including fresh produce, forestry products, citrus juices, fertilizer, steel, aluminum, automobiles, cement aggregate and more. Port Manatee annually sees nearly 50 million pineapples and more than one billion bananas move across the docks and imports enough juice to fill 150 million half gallon cartons. Saturday, June 8 Port Manatee also is playing a key role in fueling Southwest Florida’s economy, serving as the 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM gateway for around 420 million gallons of gasoline delivered to gas stations in more than eleven Grab your friends and go on our counties in Southwest Florida. 4th Annual Culinary Crawl. With modern cargo handling facilities, state-of-the-art warehousing for bulk, break-bulk and This popular event gives residents an refrigerated cargoes, ten deep water berths, convenient connectivity to the CSX mainline opportunity to sample some of our and direct uncongested access to the interstate, Port Manatee has plenty to offer current and area’s finest cuisine while traveling in potential customers. style on a luxury coach bus. We have three routes available Port Manatee also is home to the International Trade Hub. Founded in 2014, the hub serves as and five stops per route. an incubator for global commerce and technological innovation and provides expert advice Tickets are on sale and going fast! and support in assisting firms with products on, distribution and related activities. At the hub, international, regional and local start-ups and entrepreneurs wishing to establish future business $50 for Chamber Members in Manatee County, have access to the tools and expertise they need to succeed. $40 for MYP Members $60 for Future Members With more than 5,000 acres of developable land RESTAURANTS CONFIRMED TO DATE: just outside the port’s gates, big businesses are Island Express: increasingly being drawn Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier • Eat Here to this area, creating Eliza Ann’s Coastal Kitchen • Gulf Drive Café hundreds of new jobs East Express: in maritime and related GROVE Restaurant, Patio & Ballroom industrial sectors. This Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern • Texas Roadhouse February, Port Manatee received its first shipment River Rambler: of nearly 50,000 tons of Anna Maria Oyster Bar – Ellenton • Central Café raw material for its newest Mattison’s City Grille Bradenton Riverwalk terminal operator Carver Riverhouse Reef and Grill Maritime Manatee LLC SPONSORED BY: (cover photo). Carver is expected to bring in many Discount Med Direct, more such shipments, Mr. Handyman, Pure Detailers, adding to the port’s Veteran Air Conditioning diversity and creating jobs for the local community. Sponsorships Available for Great Business Exposure Port Manatee will be For More Information offering complimentary Contact Terri at 941-748-4842, ext. 172 bus tours for business groups and the public throughout the Ship-Shape Showcase event on or [email protected] April 4. To learn more about the Port, please visit portmanatee.com. 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. March Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 13 Community Service Project Prospect Riding Center

Friday, March 15 Networking 5:00 PM | Game: 6:05 PM MYP Night with the Pittsburgh Pirates LECOM Stadium 1611 9th Street West, Bradenton, 34205

Join Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) members and guests for a night at the ball park as our Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Tampa Bay Rays. Gates open at 4:00 PM, and game starts at 6:05 PM. Tickets are $20 for MYP members and $25 for guests. We will meet at the Kona Tiki Bar at 5:00 PM for networking before going to our seats. RSVP by Tuesday, March 12 to Kimberly Henley at 941-748-4842, ext. 139.

Saturday, March 23 • 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM MYP Community Service Project Selah Freedom

Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) volunteers are needed from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM to help with indoor and outdoor maintenance and painting at a Selah Freedom Safe House in Manatee County. Selah Freedom is a national organization with the mission to end sex trafficking and bring freedom to the exploited through four strong programs: Aware- ness, Prevention, Outreach and Residential. Location will be provided at time of RSVP. Please dress for out-door work and wear closed-toe shoes. RSVP to Kimberly Henley at 941-748-4842, ext. 139. MYPower Luncheon Wednesday, March 27 • 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM MYPower Networking Lunch & Ten-Minute Tip Demetrios' Pizza House Riviera Dockside 102 Riviera Dunes Way, Palmetto, 34221

MYPower Luncheons give young professionals the opportunity to promote your business products and services. Come willing to share a fun fact about yourself, pick up tips on professional and/or personal development, and enjoy a great lunch and one-on-one networking. Cost: $15 for paid MYP members, $20 for all others. RSVP to Kimberly Henley 941-748-4842, ext. 139. Ten-Minute Tip "Overcoming Conflict and Building Better Relationships" Alicia Filippazzo, Catering Sales Manager, Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores All MYPower guests received a Tervis Tumbler thanks to this month’s speaker Jennifer Linzy, Communications Coordinator with the Bradenton Area Economic Development It's a Great Time to Join MYP! Corporation! Membership Is Open to Individuals 21-40. Cost is $60 for individuals whose company is a Chamber Member and $80 for all others.

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16 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | March Current 2019 56th Annual Dinner - A Night of Celebration and Leadership The Chamber’s Annual Dinner is an opportunity to bring members together to celebrate accomplishments, catch up with friends and honor the legacy of our beloved Bob Bartz. More than 630 business and community leaders were there to celebrate the Chamber’s 129-year history.

Outgoing Chairman Darcie Duncan, Duncan Real Estate, was honored for her leadership during a year when the Chamber accomplished so much to support local businesses, grow our economy, and contribute to our great quality of life. Darcie shared her pride as Chairman saying, “The issues we tackled in the last year are incredible to me.”

Bill Poulton, Tropicana Products, was installed as the 2019 Chairman and offered his thoughts on Chamber priorities for the coming year. “There are more than 20 committees at the Manatee Chamber working on issues that are priorities very much in step with our Manatee County legislators," Bill stated. "These include supporting red tide research and water quality, investment in education, and transportation and infrastructure improvements. One of the biggest assets we have is the ability to bring leaders together.” Bill added, “There are giants in this community who preceded me. I will give my best every single day as your Chairman of the Board.”

Ron Allen, NDC Construction Company, was honored with the 2nd Annual Robert P. Bartz Leadership Award. Cliff Walters, the recipient of the inaugural Bartz Award, introduced Ron by saying, “Ron builds the community by being a donor, a door opener, and a doer.” Ron, in turn, praised Bob Bartz as the best consensus builder he ever knew and an invaluable contributor to bettering our community. 2019 Chairman of the Board, Bill Poulton with Darcie presented two Chairman’s Awards. The first was given to Jim Boyd Immediate Past Chairman, Darcie Duncan for his outstanding service in the Florida House of Representatives, the community culture he has created in his business, and his continued dedication to supporting the Chamber’s mission. The second was presented to Kevin DiLallo, 2017 Chairman of the Chamber Board and CEO of Manatee Memorial Hospital. Kevin gave tremendous leadership to the Chamber during his year as Chairman, a year when the Chamber and the community suffered great loss with the passing of Bob Bartz, who led the Chamber as President for 35 years.

Jacki Dezelski, President and CEO of the Chamber, presented the President’s Award to Bank OZK for providing office space to Chamber staff while the Chamber’s new Bradenton office is being constructed as part of the City’s mixed-used parking garage project. Bank OZK has extended the Chamber team tremendous hospitality. Jacki Dezelski presenting Jason Osbourne, Bank OZK, with the President's Award

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A/V RAFFLE PROGRAM SPONSOR SPONSOR SPONSOR Darcie Duncan, Immediate Past Chairman, presenting Kevin DiLallo, Manatee Memorial Hospital, with the Chairman's Award Stellar Networking at the th Robert P. Bartz Award 56 Annual Dinner for Outstanding Leadership 2019 Award Honoree RON ALLEN NDC Construction Company

Ron Allen is described by colleagues as a generous leader, friend, and successful businessman who exhibits a powerful community commitment. Ron is a past chairman of the Manatee Chamber and a graduate of Leadership Manatee and Leadership Florida. He is president of NDC Construction Company, NDC Development Company, and NDC Realty. His community support has touched more than 60 local organizations.

“I am truly honored to have been selected as the 2nd Annual Robert P. Bartz Award honoree. Bob was a dedicated leader and to receive this award that recognizes his selfless leadership and love of community is overwhelming,” Ron Allen stated. “I hope to continue Bob’s legacy of collaboration and advocacy by sharing the passion and commitment I have to making a positive impact in our community.”

Created to recognize and inspire community leaders, the Bartz Award celebrates the legacy of the late Bob Bartz, who was president of the Manatee Chamber for almost 35 years until his passing in early 2017. He cared deeply about Manatee County’s economic health and worked diligently, using the Chamber programs and influence, to make a positive difference. His love for our community and the people who live and work here extended well beyond his work-related responsibilities. Bob was a selfless leader of the highest integrity and a tireless advocate.

Congratulations to Ron Allen on receiving the 2nd Annual Robert P. Bartz Award for Outstanding Leadership! Social Security Scam: Beware of Callers Seeking Your Social Security Number

Scammers pretending to be from the Social Security Administration (SSA) are calling and saying your Social Security number (SSN) has been suspended because of suspicious activity, or because it’s been involved in a crime. They’ll want you to confirm your SSN to reactivate it or they will even tell you your bank account may be seized. Your caller ID may even show the real SSA phone number (1-800-772-1213)– but they’re faking that number. It’s not the real SSA calling. Here's what you need to know:

• Your Social Security number is not about to be suspended. • SSA will never call to threaten your benefits or tell you to wire money, send cash, or put money on gift cards. • The real SSA number is 1-800-772-1213, but If you’re worried about what the caller says, ManateeChamber.com/BBC hang up and call back to speak to the real SSA. • Never give any part of your SSN to anyone who contacts you, or your bank account or credit card number.

For more information, to file a complaint or to read the complete article by Jennifer Leach, Acting Top BBC Referral Associate Director, Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC, visit ftc.gov. Categories in January Auto Detailing Air Conditioning Home Repair/ Remodeling

The BBC welcomes Bo Mortensen of Pure Detailers as one of our newest members pledging to adhere to a higher standard of business ethics in our region. Stop by our BBC Booth at the Ship-Shape Showcase to learn more about the value of BBC membership!

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20 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | March Current 2019 Get Your Business on the Map!

The Manatee Area Street Map & Resource Guide is the Chamber’s #1 MOST REQUESTED ITEM from many of the 26,000+ annual visitors to both Manatee Chamber offices! Why Advertise? Is your website Great Visibility to New Residents & Tourists MOBILE FRIENDLY? Official Map Endorsed & Distributed by the Manatee Chamber Accurate and User-Friendly 15,000 Maps Updated & Distributed Yearly Distributed at Both Chamber Offices, Manatee County Tax Collector, and Bradenton Area Convention & Visitor’s Bureau 941-753-7574 Online Digital Version Linked from Chamber Website 9115 58th Drive East Bradenton FL 34202 Proud 2011 Chamber Business of the Year THE MANATEE CHAMBER IS PLEASED TO PARTNER AGAIN WITH TARGET MARKETING, A CARTOGRAPHIC AND MARKETING FIRM, TO PUBLISH THE MAP

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March Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 21 HOLD THESE 2019 CHAMBER DATES Renew Your Membership to April 4 September 27 Ship-Shape Showcase Business & Education Receive Your Partnership Awards May 17 2019 Decal Project TEACH November 6 Chamber Expo June 8 & Placard Culinary Crawl December 6 Golf Tournament We now have window June 20 nd stickers for your Champion of 2 Wednesday Healthcare Awards Every Month company vehicles. Headliners Luncheon August 23 Contact the Small Business of the Year Awards Chamber Office 941-748-3411

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22 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | March Current 2019 business after hours The Humane Society of Manatee County is a 501 (c) 3 not for profit animal welfare organization that was originally formed in 1970, and today is considered as the lead animal welfare agency in Manatee County. Humane Society of Manatee County operates a no-kill shelter, the Second Chance Adoption Center located at 2515 14th Street W. and a veterinary clinic / high volume spay and neuter clinic at 2415 14th Street W. in downtown Bradenton. Each year the Second Chance Adoption Center re-homes more than 1000 dogs and cats through our comprehensive rehabilitation and adoption program. Many of the animals that enter our adoption program are medically challenged or have behavioral challenges. Each animal in our adoption center receives the highest quality care, medical care and behavioral assessment and training to complete the rehabilitation process resulting in a successful adoption into a new loving home.

In September of 2015, Humane Society of Manatee County opened a 10,000 square foot state of the art veterinary clinic and high volume Humane Alliance Model Spay and Neuter Clinic. Our veterinary clinic is open to the public by appointment and provides high quality, low-to-moderate cost veterinary care to ensure that this care is available to all cats and dogs in our community. The services available at Humane Society of Manatee County Veterinary Clinic continue to expand to meet the growing needs of the animals in our community. In addition to the wellness services that have expanded beyond vaccines and basic exams, our clinic now offers diagnostic exams, heartworm testing and treatment, dentals for both dogs and cats, digital radiography (x-ray), walk-in wellness and vaccine clinics and numerous surgical procedures. Current clinic clients can also purchase low cost pet meds, flea, tick and heartworm prevention online or at the clinic.

Humane Society of Manatee County continues to expand services to meet the growing needs of our community’s animals. We welcome you to tour our facility to see our mission in action, and how we continue to save lives four paws at a time.

Humane Society of Manatee County 2515 14th Street West, Bradenton 941-747-5702 HumaneManatee.org

March Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 23 new members 1st Street Credit Union Compass Self Storage - Cortez Harborside Chiropractic 1558 1st Street 8915 Cortez Rd. W. 5460 Lena Road Sarasota, FL 34236 Bradenton, FL 34210 Bradenton, FL 34211 1streetcu.com compassselfstorage.com HarborsideChiropractic.com (941) 953-6744 (941) 795-5553 (941) 702-2822 Credit Unions Storage and Warehousing Chiropractors

ADT Security / Commercial Division Don Bowles Corp. Indelicato Family Chiropractic & Wellness 2829 Cattleman Rd. 24525 Jennings Rd. 239 301 Blvd. E., Ste. H Sarasota, FL 34232 Myakka City, FL 34251 Bradenton, FL 34208 adt.com/commercial (270) 841-0421 indelicatofamilychiro.com (941) 504-4119 Site Preparation and Development (941) 746-2612 Security and Fire Alarm Systems Chiropractors D's Breakfast & Burgers Allure Medical 423 10th Ave. W. Jantize America 9114 Town Center Pkwy., Suite 101 Palmetto, FL 34221 6400 Manatee Ave. W. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 dsbreakfastandburgers.com Bradenton, FL 34209 alluremedical.com (941) 776-4524 jantize.com/cleaning/fl/manasota/ (941) 214-9769 Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns (941) 248-3444 Medical Services Cleaning - Commercial or Residential Excellence Performance Allure Nails & Diva Salon 8191 N. Tamiami Tr., Ste. 104 Keller Williams - Gerard Pickhardt 7305 University Pkwy. Sarasota, FL 34243 4152 Lakewood Ranch Blvd. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 EPCoaching.com Lakewood Ranch, FL 34212 (941) 358-0331 (833) 239-2355 pickhardtgroup.com Salon and Spa Services Business Consultants and Coaches (941) 504-7462 Real Estate - Residential ASAP Gun & Pawn, LLC Florida Dog Guides FTD, Inc. 3717 US Hwy. 301 N. 2016 27th St. E. LegalShield - Mitch Mallett Ellenton, FL 34222 Bradenton, FL 34208 mallettagency.com asapgun.com FloridaDogGuidesFTD.org (813) 924-7994 (941) 981-3857 (941) 748-8245 Legal Services Pawn Shops Non-Profit Organizations Local Ad Face Bunker Hill Vineyard & Winery Forever Green Lawn & Pest Control 3152 Little Rd., Ste. 344 8905 Bunker Hill Rd. 6320 39th St. N. Trinity, FL 34655 Duette, FL 34219 Pinellas Park, FL 33781 localadface.com bunkerhillvineyard.com FGLawn.com (800) 610-4056 (941) 776-0418 (941) 404-6601 Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations Wine - Retail or Wholesale Lawn Care - Pest Control and Fertilizing Manatee Home Inspection Service, LLC Cardinal Floors Greenbriar Rehabilitation 206 22nd Ave. W. 8734 State Rd. 70 E. & Nursing Center Bradenton, FL 34205 Bradenton, FL 34202 210 21st Ave. W. manateehomeinspection.com cardinalfloorsinc.com Bradenton, FL 34205 (941) 749-1152 (941) 254-0275 greystonehealth.com Inspection - Building, Home, Structural, Floor Coverings, Carpet, Hardwood Floors (941) 747-3786 Wind Mitigation Rehabilitation CBD American Shaman - Manatee Patrice & Associates of Bradenton 3008 Manatee Ave. W. Gulf Coast Institute of Rejuvenation 11 Palm Harbor Drive Bradenton, FL 34205 8788 E. State Rd. 70, Ste. 102 Holmes Beach, FL 34217 cbdstoreamerica.com Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 patriceandassociates.com/bradenton-34210/ (941) 245-1214 gulfcoastrejuvenation.com (941) 363-6770 CBD Products (941) 753-0600 Recruiters Medical Services Compass Self Storage Pink N White Nail Spa 7750 Lockwood Ridge Rd. Guthman Signs, LLC 7306 Manatee Ave. W. Sarasota, FL 34243 15777 High Bell Place Bradenton, FL 34209 compassselfstorage.com Bradenton, FL 34212 (941) 794-6168 (941) 360-6424 guthmansigns.com Nail Salons Storage and Warehousing (941) 218-0014 Sign Shops, Service and Installation

24 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | March Current 2019 Play It Again Sports Teri Fairley - Dream Vacations Trulieve 3611 1st St. E., Ste. 710 dreamvacations.com/tfairley 1103 14th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34208 (941) 226-2994 Bradenton, FL 34205 (941) 896-9684 Travel Agencies trulieve.com Athletic Retailers and Outdoor Specialty (727) 483-7153 Stores The First State Bank of Arcadia Medical Marijuana 1001 3rd Ave. W., #440 Poolwerx Bradenton, FL 34205 Windsor Reflections 8436 Lockwood Ridge Rd. fsbarcadia.com 8230 Natures Way Sarasota, FL 34243 (941) 223-4922 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 poolwerx.com/locations/florida/poolwerx- Mortgages and Brokers windsorsl.com sarasota/ (941) 957-1400 (941) 914-7665 Tracy B. Pratt, P.A. Assisted Living Care Pool Supplies and Services PO Box 10115 Bradenton, FL 34207 X 30 Fit POP Digital Media Group tracyprattlaw.com 4136 Lakewood Ranch Blvd. popdmg.com (941) 920-8815 Bradenton, FL 34211 (941) 254-3197 Attorneys x30fit.com Social Networking (941) 538-7266 Fitness Training and Exercise Representative Will Robinson 717 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 (941) 708-4968 Government Offices and Officers

Riviera Dockside 102 Riviera Dunes Way Palmetto, FL 34221 (863) 701-3903 Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns

SRQ Valet 8350 Bee Ridge Rd., #240 Sarasota, FL 34241 srqvalet.com (941) 467-3111 Parking and Related Services

Taco Bell - 14th St. 6004 14th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 753-1256 Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns

Taco Bell - Cortez Rd. 3710 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton, FL 34210 (941) 727-1932 Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns

Taco Bell - East Manatee 8347 State Rd. 64 E. Bradenton, FL 34212 (941) 708-7001 Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns

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March Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 25 Do You Know a Champion of Healthcare? Award Nominations Now Being Accepted Corporate Sponsorships Offer High Visibility for Your Company Nominations Accepted from the Community One of the most important ways you can support the Champions of Healthcare Awards is to nominate a deserving individual, organization or business. Last year's event drew almost 350 attendees and a great deal of media exposure. What a way to celebrate those who are contributing so generously to healthcare in Manatee County. A link to the nomination form will be available online this month so now is the time to consider who you will nominate. PRESENTING SPONSOR: • Lifetime Achievement • Institution/Program 7th Annual Champions of • Physician • Innovation/Research Healthcare Awards • Nurse • Adult Volunteer SCHOLARSHIP SPONSOR: • Allied Health Professional • Youth Volunteer JUNE 20 • Individual of Merit GROVE Restaurant, Patio & Ballroom 7:30 - 9:30 AM 7th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards Six years ago, the Manatee Chamber's Healthcare Committee launched the Champions of Healthcare Awards program. It immediately became a signature celebration program for our community. Through these annual awards we recognize the collective actions of the individuals, institutions and programs that have made an extraordinary impact in the Manatee County healthcare community and whose acts reflect dedication to excellence in their area of expertise beyond the scope of their profession. Corporate Sponsorships Available for Significant Exposure Another way to support these awards and get great exposure for your business is through a Corporate Sponsorship of the Champions of Healthcare Awards. These sponsorships are $1,100 and include a table at the event in addition to a number of publicity and recognition opportunities. Secure your sponsorship now for maximum impact! Make Your Event Reservation Today - Awards Breakfast is June 20 Make you reservations now. You may reserve individual tickets or secure a table sponsorship online or by calling Carey Miller at 941-748-3411.

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.

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SPONSORED BY: about the many member benefits available to you. Let us help you take full advantage of your membership. All members are welcome! Your RSVP is appreciated.

Tuesday, March 19 | 3:00 - 4:30 PM Manatee Chamber Lakewood Ranch Office at the McClure Center 4215 Concept Court, Lakewood Ranch 34211 LITE BITES PROVIDED BY CRACKER BARREL Register online at ManateeChamber.com/Events

26 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | March Current 2019 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.