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October 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 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Bradenton, FL 34206-0321 Mark Barnebey, Esq., Blalock Walters, P.A. Karen LaPensee, LaPensee Plumbing, Pools & Air Jason Bartz, NDC Construction Company David Miner, Esq., School District of Manatee BRADENTON OFFICE Kevin Baylor, Alliance IT, LLC County (Ex Officio) Richard Bedford, REAL Consulting, LLC Stewart Moon Jr., Air & Energy 222 10th Street West Bruce Body, Raymond James & Associates, Inc. John Nash, Osceola Pines-Timber Bradenton, FL 34205 Shirley Bryant, Mayor, City of Palmetto (Ex Officio) Jeff Nickse, Accurate Benefit Solutions, LLC Phone: 941-748-3411 Carlos Buqueras, Manatee County Port Authority Bruce Patneaude, IMG Academy Fax: 941-745-1877 (Ex Officio) Rick Piccolo, Sarasota Bradenton International Cassandra Burns, Dignity Memorial 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) Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211 Janelle Esposito, Esq., Esposito Law Group, P.A. Teresa Rawe, MD,TruePartners Phone: 941-748-3411 Darren Haimer, Bradenton Herald Cynthia Saunders, School District of Manatee Steve Hall, Alltrust Insurance County (Ex Officio) Fax: 941-745-1877 Stu Henderson, Fawley Bryant Architecture Chris Sharek, The Ardurra Group Sharon Hillstrom, Bradenton Area Economic Vicki Silver [email protected] Development Corporation Brian Thomas, State College of Florida Manatee- ManateeChamber.com Karen Holbrook, PhD, University of South Florida Sarasota (Ex Officio) Sarasota-Manatee (Ex Officio) Doug Van Dyke, Leadership Simplified Stephen Jonsson, Commissioner, Manatee County Kerry Ward, Bank OZK MISSION: Government (Ex Officio) Dr. Bill Woodson, New College of Florida (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 businesses Tim Fenimore, Membership Development Representative...... [email protected], ext. 241 and community leaders. It is an Michael Gallen, Esq., Vice Pres., Public Policy & Small Business...... [email protected], ext. 124 advertising medium available only Carole Guevara, Information Specialist...... [email protected], ext. 200 to Chamber members. Caitlyn Haley, Membership Development Representative...... [email protected], ext. 117 Kimberly Henley, Program & Events Manager...... [email protected], ext. 139 FOR ADVERTISING Erica Massey, Executive Assistant, Public Policy & Small Business...... [email protected], ext. 123 RATES CONTACT: Carey Miller, Office Administrator...... [email protected], ext. 113 Michele Slaughter Cara Misiewicz, Executive Assistant, Membership...... [email protected], ext. 122 941-748-4842, ext. 116 or Reba Parrish, Information Specialist...... [email protected], ext. 100 [email protected] Dawn Plavak, Better Business Council Manager...... [email protected], ext. 114 Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance...... [email protected], ext. 115 The Current magazine Michele Slaughter, Creative Services Manager...... [email protected], ext. 116 is proudly published by CG&B Publishing, LLC of Bradenton. FREE BUSINESS COUNSELING AT THE CHAMBER SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business" By appointment only - call 941-748-3411 Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:00 - 11:00 AM, Bradenton Office

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4 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | October Current 2019 contents FEATURES IN EVERY ISSUE 6 From the President 14 Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) • A Foundation Built on Legacy... 20 Better Business Council (BBC) A Future Aimed at Building Even More 22 Coffee Club Highlights 7 Advocacy • Chamber Highlights Workforce 23 Business After Hours Highlights Development Opportunities 24 Welcome New Members 8 Chamber Expo 24 Member to Member Discounts • Purchase Your Tickets 26 Biscuits & Benefits Member Reception 9 Membership Matters • Have a Voice Power Connection Events • Nov. 15 | Member Appreciation Cookout • Dec. 6 | 35th Annual Golf Tournament 27 Thank You Chairman's Circle Investors • Jan. 22 | 57th Annual Dinner & 3rd 28 Ribbon Cutting Celebrations Annual Robert P. Bartz Award for Outstanding Leadership 29 Member News 10 Headliners Monthly Membership 30 Calendar of Events & Meetings Lunches • Oct. 9 | Bealls: The Keys to Our Success • Nov. 13 | The Rays: Inside the Business of Baseball • Recap | Leading the Courts Into the Future CHAMBER EMPLOYEE 11 Seminars MANATEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFF • Oct. 31 | Instagram: How to Make Terri Behling, Vice President, Workforce and Community Development...... [email protected], ext. 172 Money and Build Your Client Base Kim Dalglish, IOM, Vice President, Membership...... [email protected], ext. 121 spotlight Holiday Buyer's Guide Jacki Dezelski, IOM, President | CEO...... [email protected], ext. 131 • Advertise in the November and Tim Estep, Member Engagement Manager...... [email protected], ext. 275 Carole Guevara December Issues Tim Fenimore, Membership Development Representative...... [email protected], ext. 241 Information Specialist - Lakewood Ranch Office Michael Gallen, Esq., Vice Pres., Public Policy & Small Business...... [email protected], ext. 124 12 Volunteers Needed to Engage High School Carole Guevara, Information Specialist...... [email protected], ext. 200 Seniors in Big Bank Theory Program Caitlyn Haley, Membership Development Representative...... [email protected], ext. 117

Kimberly Henley, Program & Events Manager...... [email protected], ext. 139 Holiday Hops Tour How Long Have You Worked at the Chamber? Erica Massey, Executive Assistant, Public Policy & Small Business...... [email protected], ext. 123 • Dec. 7 | Save the Date Two years and three months Carey Miller, Office Administrator...... [email protected], ext. 113 13 Inaugural MYP MVP Awards Early Bird or Night Owl? Night Owl Cara Misiewicz, Executive Assistant, Membership...... [email protected], ext. 122 • Oct. 18 | Register for Tickets Reba Parrish, Information Specialist...... [email protected], ext. 100 Favorite Chamber Event or Program: Member Appreciation Cookout • Finalists Announced Dawn Plavak, Better Business Council Manager...... [email protected], ext. 114 Most Used Phone App: Pinterest Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance...... [email protected], ext. 115 16 Chamber Open House & Ribbon Cutting Michele Slaughter, Creative Services Manager...... [email protected], ext. 116 Celebration What is Your Favorite Quote? Remember who you are. Don't compromise for anyone, for any reason. You are a child of the Almighty God. Live that truth. 19 Local Students Job Shadow with Chamber Members Favorite Manatee County Spot: DeSoto National Memorial Park 25 Golden Member Celebrations Dream Vacation Destination: Kauai, Hawaii • Mixon Fruit Farms What Tugs at Your Heart? When my husband comes home from work - • Grimes Goebel Grimes Hawkins the way his face lights up when he walks through the door. Gets me every time! Gladfelter & Galvano, P.L.

Business After Hours MYP Networking Social Coffee Club October 8NETWORKING • 5:00 - 7:00 PM AT A GLANCE October 10 • 5:00 - 7:00 PM October 24 • 7:45 - 9:00 AM Cortez Village Plaza (Ten Businesses) O'Bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar Rosedale Golf & Country Club (Hosted by Peace River Electric)

October Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 5 Jacki Dezelski, IOM from the president President|CEO A Foundation Built on Legacy... A Future Aimed at Building Even More Last month your Chamber celebrated the move of our Bradenton operations into brand-new space on a corner that we have occupied for more than 50 years. And while a half-century is quite a history, a few months earlier we reached the 130th "birthday" of the founding of what is now the Manatee Chamber of Commerce. It offered an opportunity to pause and think about the countless men and women who have helped shape the Chamber and its mission. 130 years of business leadership is a legacy - and it is an extraordinary foundation upon which to build the next many decades of leadership on issues that impact business success and our quality of life.

Last month we also celebrated the unveiling of a memorial plaque honoring the late Bob Bartz, the Chamber's President for almost 35 years. He was an extraordinary man, leader, and friend. I hope you make time to visit our new Bradenton office and read the tribute to Bob that hangs near the front door. For those of us lucky enough to have worked with him, his example reminds us of the power of commitment, passion, and integrity. The City of Bradenton is also honoring Bob’s legacy by adding an additional name to 10th St. W. – Bob Bartz Way.

As your Chamber continues to lead the way by serving businesses in the greater Manatee County area - from Parrish to Cortez, Lakewood Ranch to Anna Maria Island, Bradenton to Ellenton, Palmetto to University Park, and areas in between and beyond - it is important to remember that YOU are the Manatee Chamber of Commerce. You, like so many business people before you, are what makes the mission of the Chamber possible.

Your investment in membership powers collaboration among 2,000 businesses on issues that matter to our local economy. Your vision for how our region should evolve as well as your voice on what matters most to you and your business add to the legacy of business leadership in our community through the Chamber's mission. Thank you! public policy Chamber Highlights Workforce Development and Technical Career Opportunities A prepared workforce is critical to a strong, vibrant of award-winning MTC graduates and students economic competitiveness. economy and growing business environment. for the Chamber’s September Headliners As part of the Chamber’s strategies to prepare It is essential that we support educational Monthly Membership Lunch. our future workforce, we will be presenting our institutions that assist in the development of a Big Bank Theory program on financial literacy highly skilled workforce for our region. The panelists - most of whom are natives of at all six of our public high schools with senior Manatee County - gave Chamber members classes throughout October and November. Each year the Chamber develops State and insight into why technical training and MTC We hope you will consider volunteering, as it Federal legislative priorities to guide our were the right option for them, why they takes more than 200 Chamber members for us business advocacy at all levels of government. chose to stay in our community, and how the to reach every high school senior. Legislation and funding that impact workforce experience has changed their lives. development and education remain a top The Chamber will also be facilitating a series priority. To strengthen our efforts, this year Several of the young professionals on the of industry tours in partnership with the the Chamber participated in the Regional panel reflected on the uncertainty and Bradenton Area Economic Development Workforce Solutions Summit at the University lack of direction they felt after leaving high Corporation (EDC) and the School District of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee with school, and several shared their experience of Manatee County in November that will the aim of creating a regional voice on key of realizing the need for a career change. give high school students an inside look at workforce priorities. Many shared how considering the trades as a businesses and careers in several targeted viable career option has been life-changing. industry clusters. Stay tuned for ways you and We hear from businesses time and time again Technical certifications and training are an your business can be involved in future efforts. that their employees are their most valuable important piece of the workforce pipeline asset. Recruitment and retention of the right that complement 2-year and 4-year talent requires a large investment of time, degree programs to meet local money, and deliberate strategies that allow employer needs. businesses to grow and succeed. The Chamber will continue to The Chamber recently welcomed Doug highlight the importance of a varied Wagner, Deputy Superintendent of Business and well-trained talent pipeline to Services & Operations, School District of increase the growth of business and Manatee County; Maura Howl, Supervisor new jobs. We will be an advocate for of Communications & Grants Management, sustained investment in workforce Our monthly Headliners Luncheons offer great topics that Manatee Technical College (MTC); and a panel development initiatives to ensure our impact your business and our community.

Panelists spoke about their career journey at the Chamber's Headliners monthly membership lunch in September. CHAMBEREXPO2019 150+ EXHIBITORS • CASH BARS • GREAT FOOD • QUALITY NETWORKING • ENTERTAINMENT • DOOR PRIZES

PRESENTED BY JOIN US FOR THE LARGEST “BUY LOCAL” EVENT OF THE YEAR! Wednesday, November 6 | 4:00 - 7:30 PM Bradenton Area Convention Center | One Haben Boulevard, Palmetto, Florida $ CORPORATE SPONSORS 5 Admission | Open to the Public | Free Parking Pre-Purchase Your Tickets at ManateeChamber.com/Expo COMPLIMENTARY LITE BITES PROVIDED BY:

LOTS OF DOOR PRIZES AND A MEDIA SPONSOR ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR GRAND PRIZE DRAWING!

GRAND PRIZE FOR MORE INFORMATION: SPONSOR Kim Dalglish [email protected] | 941-748-4842, ext. 121 membership matters

Have a Voice The Manatee Chamber works every day to ensure the voice of business is heard and that a consistent pro-business, pro-community message is delivered to key Committee and Task Force decision-makers. Lend your voice to our efforts and help shape our community’s Involvement future. Take advantage of these, and many more, opportunities to share your voice, Attainable Housing Task Force and the voice of your employees. Many of these benefits are included in your membership at no additional cost, or available at very low cost allowing even the smallest of businesses to utilize. Business Wellness Task Force Central Manatee Network Advocacy Efforts – The Chamber advocates on a number of important topics that impact Alternatives Task Force local business; share your voice and let us know what issues are important to your business. Chamber Friends Breakfast with the Chairman – An informal breakfast with the Chairman giving members the opportunity to discuss challenges and opportunities facing your business. Downtown Redevelopment Committee Coalition Building – Let us know if you would like to lend your expertise by representing Education & Workforce the Chamber on a local board and/or filling a Chamber-designated seat on a community Partnership Committee and governmental advisory committee. Healthcare Committee Committee Involvement – Get engaged with one of our many boards, committees Infill Committee and task forces and help us address important issues affecting your business and our Legislative Committee community’s quality of life. MYP Community Service Committee Contact Your Local Elected Officials - Weigh in on local, state and national issues by using this member online tool to contact your elected officials. MYP Leadership Board Get Out the Vote – Support the Chamber’s efforts by encouraging your employees to vote MYP Events & Engagement Committee and help increase voter registration and voter turn-out. Natural Resources Committee Headliners Monthly Membership Luncheon – Stay informed on hot topics presented Small Business Council by local experts keeping members up-to-date on important policy matters along with Technology Committee business and community issues. Lobbying Trips to Tallahassee & Washington, D.C – Join the Chamber’s Legislative Transportation Committee Committee on a trip to meet with legislators, attend briefings and sit in on hearings while representing the Chamber and our 2,000+ members that represent the voice of 67,000+ For information or assistance on utilizing any employees. of your Chamber member benefits, contact Pancakes & Politics/Politics & Pints Legislative Roundtables – Held before and after the our office at 941-748-3411 and a staff member State legislative session to provide members with a preview and recap of priorities and the will be ready to assist you. Florida Legislature’s actions on important bills; bring your questions and connect one-on- Utilize the Manatee Chamber – it is a powerful one with our State Representatives. information source! Workforce Development – Be a part of the solution on initiatives that will close the gap between post-secondary education, career resources for students and the workforce needs of local business. SAVE THE DATES Friday, November 15 Manatee Chamber AND Lakewood Ranch Office 3RD ANNUAL ROBERT P. BARTZ AWARD at the McClure Center FOR OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Friday, December 6 Wednesday, January 22, 2020 FREE LUNCH • MUSIC • PHOTO BOOTH Bradenton Country Club Bradenton Area Convention Center We want to THANK YOU for your support and Registration & Lunch | 10:00 - 11:15 AM investment in the Manatee Chamber! Shotgun Start | 11:30 AM 5:00 PM | COCKTAILS & SILENT AUCTION 6:30 PM | DINNER & PROGRAM Join us for lunch and bring your officemates. Awards Reception Following Play REGISTER ONLINE AT REGISTER ONLINE AT REGISTER ONLINE AT ManateeChamber.com/Cookout ManateeChamber.com/Golf ManateeChamber.com/AnnualDinner headliners: monthly membership lunch HOT TOPICS | COOL SPEAKERS Bealls: The Rays: The Keys to Our Success Inside the Business of Baseball Steve Knopik | CEO of Bealls, Inc. Matt Silverman | President, Tampa Bay Rays

Bealls, Inc. has a knack for turning industry challenges into opportunities. Join us to hear from Rays Locally owned and operated for over 100 years, this Bradenton-based, nation- President Matt Silverman wide retailer continues to prosper and stay relevant, even in an industry that and learn about future is ever-changing with stiff competition from regional and online retailers. plans for the team, Bealls, Inc. is also keeping an eye to the future as they continue to enter new including the pursuit of a markets. new ballpark in Tampa Bay, and how Rays Baseball Beall's, Inc. operates over 500 retail stores across the southern and eastern United States with impacts our area and your annual sales over one billion dollars. Since their modest beginnings in 1915, Bealls has grown to business. We’ll cover all be one of the largest private companies in Florida as well as a valued asset to the community. the bases and field your questions. Join us for lunch to hear from Steve Knopik, CEO of Bealls, Inc., to learn the keys to Bealls' success. Wednesday, Wednesday, October 9 November 13 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club Holiday Inn Sarasota 7650 Legacy Blvd., Lakewood Ranch 34202 Bradenton Airport 8009 15th St. E., Sarasota 34243

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$35 Manatee Chamber & MYP Members ($45 within 7 days of event) | $45 Future Members Erica Massey | 941-748-4842, ext. 123 | [email protected] | ManateeChamber.com/Headliners

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Headliners Recap Leading the Courts into the Future Did you know Manatee County originally encompassed all of current-day Hardee, Desoto, Highlands, Sarasota, and Charlotte counties, as well as portions of Glades and Lee counties? In August, the Manatee Chamber welcomed Judge Kimberly Bonner, Chief Judge of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit Court, which has jurisdiction over Manatee, Sarasota, and Desoto Counties. Judge Bonner gave us keen insight on the 12th Judicial Circuit.

Overseeing a circuit with 32 full-time judges, Judge Bonner attributes the wealth of knowledge and expertise within the circuit court to the diversity of judges currently serving on the bench. She highlighted the value in cross-training judges by rotating them through different divisions, and how this gives them the opportunity to educate and mentor other judges. We look forward to Judge Bonner’s leadership as she works to improve efficiency and protocol through open Judge Kimberly Bonner, Judge Gilbert Smith, Judge Diana dialogue. Moreland, Representative Tommy Gregory, and Violet Huesman.

10 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | October Current 2019 seminars: LEARN SOMETHING NEW HOLIDAY Instagram: How to Make Money and Build Your Client Base BUYER’S GUIDE Kevin McNulty | NetWeave Social Networking

Did you know that Instagram has more than ADVERTISE YOUR HOLIDAY SAVINGS! one billion active users every month and is the most Advertise your business in the Chamber’s special engaged network after HOLIDAY BUYER’S GUIDE appearing in the Facebook? This powerful social media network may November and December issues of the Current! be just the marketing tool you need!

Interesting Facts HOLIDAY BUYER’S GUIDE $ • Instagram users spend an average of 53 ADVERTISE YOUR HOLIDAY SAVINGS! SINGLE AD 99 minutes per day on the platform Shop a Chamber Member for Your Gift Giving this Year! AD SIZE 2.5”w x 2.5”h • An estimated 71% of US businesses use Each Month SINGLE AD Instagram (IG) $99 $ • 83% of Instagrammers say they discover PER MONTH DOUBLE AD AD SIZE 2.5 x 2.5 new products and services on IG AD SIZE 5” w x 2.5”h 185 • 50% of IG users follow at least one Each Month business DOUBLE AD Multiple ad spaces Join us as Kevin McNulty with NetWeave $ Advertise in both 185 may be purchased Social Networking shows how to set your PER MONTH issues & receive AD SIZE 5” wide x 2.5” high and combined to organization up on Instagram, provides tips create a larger ad. on gaining followers, helps you learn best a 15% discount! practices for photography and video for the site, how to do hashtag research, and more! DEADLINE TO RESERVE NOVEMBER AD: Friday, October 11 Attend in costume - it's Instagrammable! NOVEMBER AD ARTWORK DUE: Wednesday, October 16 (complimentary ad design available, if needed) Thursday, October 31 Here are just a few ways to promote your holiday offer: 2:00 - 4:00 PM • Offer a coupon on a product or service Manatee Chamber • Offer Gift Certificates Lakewood Ranch Office • Remind fellow members to book their holiday party 4215 Concept Court, Lakewood Ranch 34211 at your Chamber member location • Offer a special for Black Friday (Nov. 29) $30 Manatee Chamber & MYP Members $ • Promote Small Business Saturday (Nov. 30) 27 Non-Profit Chamber Members • Don’t forget Cyber Monday (Dec. 2) • Create awareness for Giving Tuesday (Dec. 3) SEMINAR REGISTRATION • Offer Free Gift Wrapping or Complimentary Shipping Erica Massey | 941-748-4842, ext. 123 [email protected] ManateeChamber.com/Instagram SEMINARS SPONSORED BY FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Michele Slaughter, 941-748-4842, ext. 116 [email protected]

October Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 11 Volunteers Needed to 2nd Annual Engage High School Seniors in Fun Financial Literacy Program The Big Bank Theory, sponsored by Hancock Whitney Bank and in partnership with the School District of Manatee, teaches teens the importance of budgeting, saving money, and prioritizing spending decisions. During the program, students participate in a real-life financial simulation that introduces them to the realities of being financially sensible. They gain valuable experience paying bills and making daily decisions that are essential to being a responsible adult. WE NEED YOU! More than 200 business volunteers are needed to reach all six Manatee County high schools. Volunteering is easy and multiple dates and times are available.

Visit ManateeChamber.com/BigBank to register for volunteering. Select your school and in the Reserve drop-down menu, choose your date and time slot. More specific details regarding your station and exact times will be provided via email. Your Ticket

Big Bank Dates | Fall 2019 PRESENTING SPONSOR PRINTING SPONSOR Saturday, December 7 • Manatee High School: October 10 & 11 2:00 – 7:00 PM. • Southeast High School: October 16 & 17 • Lakewood Ranch High School: October 24 & 25 The Manatee Chamber is hosting a • Bayshore High School: October 31 & November 1 EDUCATION SPONSOR Holiday Hops Tour! Travel on a luxury • Palmetto High School: November 4 & 5 coach bus enjoy some holiday cheer, • Braden River High School: November 7 & 8 and visit the following breweries and We are seeking sponsors to help with volunteer lunches. We provide lunch each day for Big Bank distilleries that are "on tap": Theory volunteers. If you or your company would like to sponsor one of the lunches, contact Terri, 941-748-4842 for more information. Loaded Cannon Distillery Darwin Brewing Co. Naughty Monk Brewery Motorworks Brewing

YOU'LL ENJOY: Craft Brew Samples • Pint Glass Tour of New Loaded Cannon Distillery Ugly Holiday Attire Contest Raffles and Door Prizes TICKETS $25 MYP Members | $30 MYP Guests $35 Chamber Members $45 Chamber Guests/Non-Members Contact Terri Behling [email protected] or reserve your tickets online: ManateeChamber.com/HolidayHops

Monthly Socials • Luncheons • Seminars Community Service & Much More MYPOnline.com Find Us on Facebook: "Manatee Young Professionals" Sponsorships Available

12 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | October Current 2019 BUSINESS AWARD SPONSOR

ENTREPRENEURIAL AWARD SPONSOR LUNCHEON October 18 | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM st PIER 22 | 1200 1 Avenue West, Bradenton 34205 NON-PROFIT AWARD SPONSOR Join us for a special awards luncheon celebrating young professionals in Manatee County who were nominated for demonstrating excellence in their careers, leadership, and advocacy. We will also honor an employer that utilizes creative and intentional initiatives to attract and retain young talent to our region.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR INDIVIDUAL AWARD NOMINEES: Business MVP | Non-Profit MVP | Entrepreneurial MVP | MYP MVP of the Year

• Ann Breitinger, Blalock Walters, P.A. • Brittney Hoogland, American Cancer Society • Eleni Sokos, Sokos Social • T.J. Chitekwe, CS&L CPAs • Rich Knowles, enRich Bistro • Robert Stanell, CS&L CPAs • Ogden Clark, Manatee County • Chris Laney, CareerSource Suncoast • Bart Stucker, University of South Florida Government • Brad Laudicina, Eye Center, Inc. Sarasota-Manatee • Catherine Ferrer, Realize Bradenton, Inc. • Kendall Lewis, Sokos Social • Grace Talerico, Entech • Cathy Fragale, Orange Theory Fitness • Simone Peterson, Manatee County • Amanda Tullidge, Blalock Walters, P.A. University Park Government • Danielle Visone, Tidewell Hospice • Dustin Fusillo, Air & Energy • Jeffrey Ryan, Manatee County • Craig Warzecha, Bradenton Marauders, • Alyssa Gay, Alyssa Gay Consulting Government LECOM Park • Gabriele Harris, Grapevine • Jessica Ryherd, Feeding Empty Little • Keenan Wooten, Project Guide Right, Inc. Communications Tummies CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COMPANY AWARD NOMINEES: Beall’s Inc. • Blalock Walters, P.A. • enRich Bistro • Manatee County Government Realize Bradenton • Sokos Social • State College of Florida • Tropicana

REGISTER ONLINE: ManateeChamber.com/MYPAwards TICKET PRICES Sponsored Table of 8 $500 | Sponsor Recognition and Guaranteed Seating Together MYP Member $35 | Chamber Member $40 | Non-Member $50 MYPower Networking Luncheon Anna Maria Oyster Bar

Saturday, October 12 • 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM MYP Volunteer Project Special Olympics 2019 Area 9 Bowling Tournament Bowlero Bradenton | 4208 Cortez Rd., W., Bradenton, 34210

Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) volunteers are needed to help with the 2019 Special Olympics Area 9 Bowling Tournament. Assistance will be needed with keeping score, helping the athletes stay in their lanes and helping in Olympic Village. RSVP to Kimberly Henley 748- 4842, ext. 139.

NEXT MONTH’S VOLUNTEER PROJECT November 7 | PACE Center for Girls

Thursday, October 10 • 5:00 – 7:00 PM MYP Networking Social O’Bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar MYP Community 427 12th St. W.., Bradenton 34205 Service Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) members and guests are invited for casual business networking from 5:00 - 7:00 PM. There is no cost to attend for paid MYP members, or for those Humane Society of who join on the spot. Cost is $10 for all others. No RSVP necessary. Manatee County NEXT MONTH’S SOCIAL November 14 | Caddy’s Bradenton

Wednesday, October 30 • 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM MYPower Networking Lunch Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant 995 Riverside Dr., 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, enjoy a great lunch as well as one-on-one networking. Cost: $15 for paid MYP members, $20 for all others. RSVP to Kimberly Henley 748- 4842, ext. 139.

Ten-Minute Tip “Developing a Championship Culture” Craig Warzecha | General Manager, Bradenton Marauders - LECOM Park

Celebrating 20 Years of MYP "Getting involved with MYP was one of the best things I could have done for my career nearly 15 years ago. As a young 20-something, the group opened my eyes to several issues and bright spots affecting local young professionals in the mid- 2000s. It helped me to become a more educated taxpayer, voter and certainly sparked my love for local & state government. Plus, I made life-long friends in the process!" -Tara Poulton, Desoto County Government

14 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | October Current 2019 MYPower Networking MYP Social | Speaks Clam Bar Luncheon Anna Maria Oyster Bar

Check out photos and upcoming events at MYPonline.com

THANK YOU MYP WORKFORCE PARTNERS: THANK YOU FRIENDS OF MYP SPONSORS:

October Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 15 Chamber Open House & Ribbon Cutting Celebration We welcomed 700 Chamber members and guests to the open house for our new Bradenton space in September. It was a phenomenal way to "cut the ribbon" with so many friends who invest in the Chamber and its mission.

While the Chamber's work and impact is never about a building, we know this fantastic new space will give even more exposure to our members' businesses and complement our Lakewood Ranch office in serving our growing community. We have already held several seminars and trainings that have showcased the technology and collaborative space within the new building and helped our members gain new insights and expertise. We have hosted more than 30 committee and task force meetings that use the knowledge and vision of our members to influence important issues and policies.

There are so many people, businesses, and organizations to thank for helping us start this new chapter. Their names are on display in our lobby. We hope you will stop by to say "hi" and take a tour.

16 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | October Current 2019 October Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 17 Chamber Leadership Retreat Focuses on Issues More than 130 members who serve on our Board of Directors and committees, along with elected officials and representatives from key resource organizations, participated in this year's Annual Retreat & Leadership Conference. The two-day agenda focused on important business topics, community issues, and priorities for the coming year. The format included group discussions, expert presentations, brainstorming sessions, and opportunities for Chamber leaders to build relationships. The dates are set for our Retreat 2020. For more information, please contact Chamber President|CEO Jacki Dezelski at 941-748-3411.

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18 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | October Current 2019 Local Students Job Shadow with Chamber Members High school students who completed a Career Readiness program this past summer with UnidosNow spent an afternoon with several of our members learning about everything from nursing to auto mechanics to music performance. Thank you to the following members for hosting a UnidosNow student:

• Alliance IT • Bank OZK • Manatee County Sheriff’s Office • Manatee County Government • Manatee Memorial Hospital • Sarasota Orchestra • Sirius Day Spa • Steve White’s Auto Service • The Center for Skin Wellness • Westbay Animal Hospital Dr. Robert J. Indelicato | Chiropractor

Our members reported back that these students were a pleasure to have in their businesses and offered to help them as they continue their educational paths. CAR ACCIDENT? We also partnered with USF Sarasota-Manatee and paired students with Chamber business for a three-hour job shadow GET HELP NOW! experience followed by a networking lunch for all participants. The students enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about businesses in their fields of interest. Our business members were (941)746-2612 impressed with the students and remarked “They will go far, no matter which path they choose.”

Manatee Chamber Chairman of the Board, Bill Poulton, told the group, “The Chamber looks forward to job shadowing opportunities which allow our members to showcase their businesses. DON’T We would love for these talented students to choose to stay in our community.”

Thank you to the following members for hosting a USF student: WAIT! YOU ONLY HAVE 14 DAYS TO SEEK MEDICAL • Alltrust Insurance TREATMENT AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT OR • Bishop Museum of Science and YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY WILL NOT COVER YOUR MEDICAL BILLS. Nature • Blalock Walters, P.A. • Boyd Insurance & Investments • Bradenton Area Convention & ZERONA Visitors Bureau Lose inches off your • Bradenton Herald waist, buttocks and • Carr, Riggs & Ingram, CPAs problem areas. • FCCI Insurance • Manatee Children’s Services $ • School District of Manatee County 50 We are partnering with USF Sarasota-Manatee for another Job Shadow day on Friday, November PER SESSION 22, Contact Terri at 941-748-4842, ext. 172 or [email protected] for more information. 6 SESSION MINIMUM • ZERO pain • ZERO surgery • ZERO downtime 239 301 Blvd. East, Suite H Bradenton, FL 34208 IndelicatoFamilyChiro.com THE PATIENT AND ANY OTHER PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT HAS THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO PAY, CANCEL PAYMENT OR BE REIMBURSED FOR PAYMENT FOR ANY OTHER SERVICE, EXAMINATION OR TREAT- MENT WHICH IS PERFORMED AS A RESULT OF AND WITHIN 72 HOURS OF RESPONDING TO THE ADVERTISE- MENT FOR THE FREE, DISCOUNTED OR REDUCED FEE SERVICES.

October Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 19 Create a Stellar Working Environment Through LUNCHEON SPONSOR Effective Leadership BBC Guest Speaker Luncheon Join us for an in-depth look at how effective leadership and teamwork can create a stellar working environment, and gain valuable tips on maximizing each employees personal satisfaction and productivity. Our guest speaker, Charles "Chuck" Nechtemm, revolutionized the world of business by initiating a series of cutting-edge programs that enrich the professional lives of individuals, and will be sharing his expertise with our members. Chuck Nechtem, Speaker

Friday, October 11 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM ManateeChamber.com/BBC Groover Funeral Home at Mansion Memorial Park 1400 36th Avenue East, Ellenton 34222 Top BBC Referral $25 BBC Members | $35 Chamber Members Categories in August $45 Non-Chamber Member Rate Tourist/Vacation Homes Reservation Deadline: Wednesday, October 9 Plumbing Services For more information contact BBC Manager Dawn Plavak at 941-748-1325 Windows/Blinds [email protected] | ManateeChamber.com/BBC REGISTER ONLINE: ManateeChamber.com/BBCSeminar Is your website BBC Member Testimonials Home Helpers Home Care MOBILE FRIENDLY? "I’ve known Jonathan personally, having met him at the hair salon where his office is nearby. My wife needs extra help at home and we had been struggling to find the best caregiver for her. Jonathan took the time to get to know us, and our needs, and worked with us to find the best person to help us. Jonathan worked with us to find that right individual, that worked for us specifically, and she’s been with us for a while now. When you find good help like that, you want to hold onto them. Jonathan’s company is well deserving of the 2019 Small Business of the Year Award." Veritas! Pest Management "I’ve been with Veritas! for a number of years, even before they became members of the Chamber and the BBC. They are friendly, dependable, a smaller company and very personable. I like that they’re small enough I get to know them and they’re almost like 941-753-7574 family. They do good work too! I’ve used them for pest control and tenting for termites. I’m not surprised they won the 2019 Small 9115 58th Drive East Business of the Year Award - they deserve it." Bradenton FL 34202 -Both testimonials were submitted by Ken Woehrer, Bradenton, FL Proud 2011 Chamber Business of the Year

20 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | October Current 2019 Her inspiring screening success Eleanor Mulford (left) and Jennifer B. Brown, RN, BSN, OCN, nurse navigator at Manatee Memorial Hospital/Manatee Diagnostic Center

Patient celebrating her 80th birthday is also grateful to be celebrating four years since successfully completing breast cancer treatment.

When a lump was discovered, Eleanor Mulford turned to the Coping with a breast cancer diagnosis was hard, but she’s been able compassionate team at Manatee Diagnostic Center, where she had to tackle this challenge with a supportive team by her side. “I am been a patient for routine screenings since 2006. good. I feel good,” she says. Together with her surgeon, Jose Erbella, MD, she decided to have Manatee Diagnostic Center offers four locations for a double mastectomy and spent four days at Manatee Memorial screening and diagnostic tests, including Riverside, Hospital for the procedure. Pointe West, Parrish and Arcadia. To schedule an “I didn’t need radiation and chemotherapy. They caught it in time,” appointment, call 941.747.3034. says Mulford.

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Join us for the 19th Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon benefiting The Food Bank of OF MANATEE Manatee. Enjoy this symbolic meal of soup and bread as we unite to envision HELP FIGHT HUNGER hunger-relief in Manatee County. Thursday, November 21, 2019 11:00 am - 1:00 pm IN MANATEE COUNTY! Manatee Performing Arts Center 502 3rd Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205 PRESENTED BY: Friday, November 22, 2019 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 8131 Main Street Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202

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Thank you to everyone who attended Coffee Club. It was a great turnout. CenterState Bank is one of the largest community bank franchises headquartered in the state of Florida, based in Winter Haven. Started by a group of bankers and entrepreneurs over 25 years ago, CenterState has grown to $17+ billion assets and now operates in 44 counties through Florida, Georgia, and Alabama, and the Company also provides correspondent banking and capital market services for approximately 600 community banks nationwide.

With nine branches in Sarasota and Manatee counties, the Bank provides traditional retail, commercial, mortgage, wealth management and SBA services. CenterState’s core values inspire how we operate – “Local Market Driven, A Long Term Horizon, World Class Service, Relationship Banking, as well as Faith and Family”. We believe that local ownership and local management translate into a better bank.

CenterState Bank – Manatee Avenue 2811 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton 34205 941-761-7080 | CenterStateBank.com

MORE LOCATIONS TO BETTER SERVE YOU: CenterState Bank – 53rd Avenue 900 53rd Ave. E., Bradenton 34205 941-776-5040 CenterState Bank - Parrish 12215 US Hwy. 301 N., Parrish 34219 941- 776-5040 CenterState Bank - Ellenton 7204 US Hwy 301N., Ellenton 34222 941-729-0569 CenterState Bank - Palmetto 410 Eighth Ave. West, Palmetto 34221 941-722-2992 CenterState Bank - University Park 6204 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd., Sarasota 34243 (941) 355-5749

22 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | October Current 2019 business after hours

With our automobile roots established seventy- one years ago, our now 3rd generation family business was recognized for its 25th year as a Subaru dealer at the Subaru National Dealer Conference this past summer in Las Vegas. This makes our family dealership one of the oldest Subaru franchised dealers in the Southeastern United States.

With our rich history in mind and our continued commitment to our customers, Conley Subaru recently announced a total replacement of our existing Subaru building with a new state-of- the-art facility. This new two-story reception facility will boast nearly 10,000 square feet of space and feature large open areas built specific to Subaru design standards. The new facility will host both sales and service and will showcase new amenities for our customers to enjoy. Construction is scheduled to begin in January 2020 with completion in the summer of 2020.

Our family business has been part of Manatee County since 1966. We are proud of the dealership we’ve built and proud to be a part of this community. We invite you to stop by the dealership at your earliest convenience and allow us to not only earn your business but show you why we’re not your typical car dealership.

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October Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 23 new members Acupuncture Healing Center, LLC Dustin H. Hay, P.A. Nick Ryan 6124 53rd Ave. E. 3815 US Hwy. 301 N. (941) 795-5886 Bradenton, FL 34203 Ellenton, FL 34222 Individual Members acupuncture-healing-center.com DustinHayLaw.com (941) 751-1001 (941) 479-4970 The Nomadic Closet Acupuncture Physicians Attorneys (510) 962-2630 Personal Stylist and Shopper Aderholdt Back Pain Institute of West Edward Jones Investments - Chad Choate, III Florida - Lakewood Ranch 7480 Cortez Rd. W. Our Kids West 7345 International Pl., Ste. 101 Bradenton, FL 34210 2425 38th Ave. W. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240 edwardjones.com/chad-choate Bradenton, FL 34205 backpaininstitutewfl.com (941) 792-8397 ourkidswest.com (941) 756-5528 Financial Planning and Services (941) 752-1715 Chiropractors Pre-School Fit by Elaine AnnaMarie L. Mitchell, Esq. MyDailyChoice.com/FitbyElaine Paul Davis Restoration of Manatee 5250 17th St., Ste. 101A (845) 536-8811 1715 Independence Blvd., Ste. B-6 Sarasota, FL 34235 Fitness Training and Exercise Sarasota, FL 34234 AnnaMitchellLaw.com manatee.pauldavis.com (866) 829-3367 Florida Command Investments & (941) 359-3473 Attorneys Consulting LLC Water, Flood and Disaster Damage PO Box 703 Aramark Refreshment Services Ellenton, FL 34222 PM-International 8723 Florida Mining Blvd. flcommandinvestmentsandconsulting.com 7245 16th St. E., Ste. 108 Tampa, FL 33634 (941) 479-0481 Sarasota, FL 34243 aramark.com Real Estate Investors pm-international.com (813) 885-3760 (941) 358-2190 Food Service Distributors The Flying Locksmiths SW Florida Health Foods, Vitamins and Supplements 5319 Paylor Lane, Ste. 500 Bekins Moving Solutions Sarasota, FL 34240 Puff'n Stuff Catering & Events 1755 University Pkwy. flyinglocksmiths.com/sarasota-fl/ One Haben Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34243 (941) 584-5590 Palmetto, FL 34221 mybekins.com Locksmiths puffnstuff.com (941) 951-0660 (941) 888-7833 Movers Gecko's Grill & Pub SR 70 Catering 7228 55th Ave. E. Compass Health Consultants Bradenton, FL 34203 Rehab Roofing, LLC 2803 Fruitville Rd., #149 GeckosGrill.com 11523 Palm Brush Trail Sarasota, FL 34237 (941) 727-8988 Bradenton, FL 34202 mrubenstein.myhst.com Restaurants rehabroofs.com/ (847) 414-6621 (941) 725-1818 Health Insurance Genesis Health Services, Inc. Roofing Contractors 707 7th St. The Concession Golf Club Palmetto, FL 34221 Representative Tommy Gregory 7700 Lindrick Lane genesishealthagency.org 5224 State Rd. 64 E. Bradenton, FL 34202 (941) 417-0067 Bradenton, FL 34208 theconcession.com Dentists myfloridahouse.gov (941) 539-5737 (941) 708-5660 Golf Courses Hana Sushi Lounge Government Offices and Officers 8126 Lakewood Main Street, #102 ContinuumHR Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 Residences at the Green 11691 Gateway Blvd., Ste. 104 hanasushiloungelwr.com 11645 Monument Drive Fort Myers, FL 33913 (941) 907-1290 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 ContinuumHR.com Restaurants ResidencesAtTheGreen.com (239) 415-1110 (941) 757-3352 Employee Leasing Services Meadows Family Dentistry Apartments and Condominiums 9912 State Rd. 64 E. D1 Athletic Training Bradenton, FL 34212 Shake Station Restaurant 3025 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Unit 2 meadowsfamilydentistryfl.com 4219 US Hwy. 301 N. Bradenton, FL 34206-0321 (941) 845-1143 Ellenton, FL 34222 d1training.com Dentists ShakeStation.com (941) 229-0446 (941) 722-7866 Athletic Training Myakka City Fire Control District Restaurants 26636 State Rd. 70 E. Myakka City, FL 34251 myakkafire.org (941) 322-6525 Government Offices and Officers

24 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | October Current 2019 Sir Speedy Print/Signs/Marketing 3939 S. Tamiami Tr. Golden Member Celebrations Sarasota, FL 34231 sirspeedysarasota.com Honoring Members with 50+ Years of Investment in the Manatee (941) 922-1563 Chamber's Mission | Mixon Fruit Farms and Printing, Copying, Design and Fulfillment Grimes Goebel Grimes Hawkins Gladfelter & Galvano, P.L. Stacey Marie Photography 14956 Amberjack Ter Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 stacey-marie-photography.com (812) 322-4633 Photography - Photographers

Studio K2G Yoga & Fitness 4652 State Rd. 64 E. Bradenton, FL 34208 studiok2g.com (941) 251-9581 Yoga Instruction

Supporting Strategies | Bradenton, Sarasota and Port Charlotte, FL supportingstrategies.com/bradenton- sarasota-port-charlotte-fl (941) 222-0341 Accounting, Bookkeeping and Tax Services

Surterra Wellness 6815 53rd Ave. E. Bradenton, FL 34203 surterra.com The Mixon family has been a loyal and dedicated member of the Manatee Chamber for 51 years. (941) 877-2700 Thank you, Janet and Dean Mixon, for your continued investment the Chamber’s mission. Medical Marijuana

Thurber Financial Group, LLC 5266 Office Park Blvd., Ste. 203 Bradenton, FL 34203 thurberfinancial.com (941) 909-1500 Mortgages and Brokers

Toale Brothers Funeral Home & Crematory 912 53rd Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34207 ToaleBrothers.com (941) 955-4171 Funeral and Cremation Services - Cemeteries

USF Federal Credit Union 3484 Clark Rd. Sarasota, FL 34231 usffcu.com (813) 498-4358 Credit Unions

The Villas of Holly Brook Bradenton Cove 3503 14th St. W. Thank you, Grimes Goebel Grimes Hawkins Gladfelter & Galvano, P.L., for 52 years of investment Bradenton, FL 34205 in the Manatee Chamber and your deep-rooted commitment to our community. villasofhollybrook.com (941) 201-6055 Assisted Living Care

Xtreme Capital Solution xtremecapitalsolutions.com (941) 300-2210 Business Financing, Loans and Capital

October Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 25 Make Powerful Connections Power Connection events are great opportunities to network and connect in a setting that allows for one-on-one, B2B MEMBER RECEPTION interaction. Attendees are invited to give a brief commercial on their business, products, and services.

Need to brush up on your LUNCH SPONSORED BY: Chamber member benefits? This reception is a great opportunity to learn Wednesday, October 16 more about the Manatee Chamber, meet 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM the staff, and hear about the many member benefits available to you. Let us help you MATTISON’S RIVERWALK take full advantage of your membership. GRILLE All members are welcome! Your RSVP is 101 Riverfront Blvd., Ste. 120 appreciated. Bradenton 34205 Thursday, October 17 Special Power Connection Lunch | $35 3:00 - 4:30 PM Friday, November 1 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Manatee Chamber Lakewood Ranch Office RIVERSIDE TOURS 222 10th Street West 1005 Riverside Dr. Bradenton 34205 Palmetto 34221

SPONSORED BY: Wednesday, November 6 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM SPEAKS CLAM BAR 8764 E. State Rd. 70 Bradenton 34202

BREAKFAST LITE BITES Tuesday, October 29 PROVIDED 7:30 - 9:00 AM BY CRACKER GROVE RESTAURANT, BARREL PATIO & BALLROOM 10670 Boardwalk Loop Lakewood Ranch 34202

Have you been avoiding Chamber Member Cost to Attend: $15 Register online at ManateeChamber.com/Events. SOCIAL Questions? Call Cara Misiewicz at 941-748-4842, ext 122 or email [email protected] MEDIA? Power Connection Breakfast and Power Connection Lunch are members-only networking events. Join the Conversation!

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October Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 27 ribbon cuttings

Costco Wholesale Defy Bradenton DeSoto Boys & Girls Club Grand Opening Grand Opening Grand Opening 805 Lighthouse Dr. 7385 52nd Pl. E. 5236 30th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34212 Bradenton, FL 34203 Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 226-5998 (941) 400-4484 (941) 761-2582 costco.com defy.com/Bradenton bgcmanatee.org

Florida All Risk Insurance, LLC MedRx Pharmacy Mona Jain Middle School Grand Opening New Location Grand Opening Grand Opening 1317 3rd Ave. W. 4418 E. State Rd. 64 12205 44th Ave. E. Bradenton, FL 34205 Bradenton, FL 34208 Bradenton, FL 34211 (941) 757-2255 (941) 896-7767 (941) 727-4747 FloridaAllRisk.com MedRxFL.com www.manateeschools.net/jain

Orangetheory Fitness University Park Rehab Roofing, LLC Walker’s Treasure Box Grand Opening Grand Opening Grand Opening 5275 University Pkwy., Unit 116 11523 Palm Brush Trail 1661 C West University Parkway Sarasota, FL 34201 Bradenton, FL 34202 Sarasota, FL 34243 (941) 444-2435 (941) 725-1818 (941) 217-6582 University-Park.OrangeTheoryFitness.com rehabroofs.com facebook.com/walkerstreasurebox

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28 ManateeChamber.com Manatee Chamber of Commerce | October Current 2019 member news Manatee County Commissioners CenterState Bank announces Brian D. confirmed Karen Stewart as Deputy County Hall has been named senior vice president Administrator, a role which she had filled on an and community president for CenterState’s acting basis since March. Sarasota/Manatee Market. Hall takes leadership of commercial and retail banking Mattison’s Riverwalk Grille reached for Sarasota and Manatee counties following the #1 position on the top ranking, worldwide the recent retirement of Jim Kuhlman. review site Trip Advisor. It has been ranked #1 out of a total of 395 other restaurants to take Manatee County Habitat for the top spot. Humanity’s Executive Director Diana Humane Society of Manatee Shoemaker has been promoted to the position of CEO, and Greg DeMeuse and Gurn Freeman County’s strong financial health and have joined the organization’s board of commitment to accountability and transparency directors. Shoemaker has been with Manatee have earned it a 4-star rating from Charity Habitat for 10 years, earning her promotion Navigator, America’s largest independent through strong leadership and a commitment charity evaluator. This is the fourth consecutive to its mission to help hardworking families year that Humane Society of Manatee County achieve strength and stability through has earned this top distinction. affordable housing. Kerkering, Barberio & Co. is pleased to announce that Mark Engel has joined the Bradenton Area Convention firm as a Tax Manager on the International Tax and Visitors Bureau (BACVB) has Team. Mark received his Master’s degree in announced the hiring of Anna Pohl to the taxation from The University of Baltimore and position of General Manager of the Bradenton his Bachelor's degree in accounting from The Area Convention Center and Powel Crosley Pennsylvania State University. Mark has over 20 Estate. years of experience in individual and business University of South Florida tax compliance. Sarasota-Manatee Regional Chancellor SVN Commercial Advisory Group is Karen A. Holbrook has named Corey L. Posey pleased to announce the addition of Associate to the newly created position of Diversity, Advisor, Alex Robinson. Alex, who has recently Equity and Inclusion Officer. relocated from Dayton, Ohio, will join the SVN Clark Financial Partners is proud to Capital Net Lease team (www.capitalnetlease. announce Ken Clark has been elected to serve com), a specialty group within the Sarasota, on the Board of Directors at the Humane FL brokerage focusing exclusively on the Society of Manatee County. investment sales of single tenant properties nationwide.

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October Current 2019 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce ManateeChamber.com 29 Please carefully note meeting Network & Connect calendar locations Learn Something New Tues. 8 Business After Hours 5:00 - 7:00 PM Cortez Village Plaza Wed. 9 Headliners Luncheon: Bealls - The Keys to Our Success 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club Thurs. 10 Big Bank Theory 7:15 AM - 2:30 PM Manatee High School Technology Committee Meeting 3:30 - 4:30 PM Bradenton Office - Conference Room

OCTOBER MYP Networking Social 5:00 - 7:00 PM O'Bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar Fri. 11 Big Bank Theory 7:15 AM - 2:30 PM Manatee High School Transportation Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM Lakewood Ranch Office - Board Room BBC Luncheon: Create a Stellar Working 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Groover Funeral Home at Mansion Environment Through Effective Leadership Memorial Park Wed. 16 Leadership Manatee - Local Government Day Big Bank Theory 7:15 AM - 2:30 PM Southeast High School Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Mattison's City Grille Bradenton Riverwalk Thurs. 17 Big Bank Theory 7:15 AM - 2:30 PM Southeast High School Biscuits & Benefits Member Reception 3:00 - 4:30 PM Lakewood Ranch Office - Board Room Fri. 18 Natural Resources Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM Lakewood Ranch Office - Board Room Chamber Friends Committee Meeting 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM Bradenton Office - Conference Room Manatee Young Professional's MVP Awards 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Pier 22 Restaurant, Patio & Catering Wed. 23 Executive Committee Meeting 7:45 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Office - Conference Room Thurs. 24 Big Bank Theory 7:15 AM - 2:30 PM Lakewood Ranch High School Coffee Club & Ten-Minute Takeaway 7:45 - 9:00 AM Peace River Electric @ Rosedale Golf & CC Fri. 25 Big Bank Theory 7:15 AM - 2:30 PM Lakewood Ranch High School Downtown Redevelopment Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room Mon. 28 Attainable Housing Task Force Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room Tues. 29 Power Connection Breakfast 7:30 - 9:00 AM GROVE Restaurant, Patio & Ballroom Wed. 30 MYPower Networking Lunch 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant Board of Directors Meeting 4:00 - 5:30 PM Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room Thurs. 31 Big Bank Theory 7:15 AM - 2:30 PM Bayshore High School Seminar: How to Make Money and 2:00 - 4:00 PM Lakewood Ranch Office - Board Room Build Your Client Base on Instagram

Fri. 1 Big Bank Theory 7:15 AM - 2:30 PM Bayshore High School Small Business Council Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room Power Connection Lunch & Boat Tour 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Riverside Tours MYP Leadership Committee Meeting 12:00 - 1:00 PM Bradenton Office - Conference Room Mon. 4 Big Bank Theory 7:15 AM - 2:30 PM Palmetto High School

NOVEMBER Tues. 5 Big Bank Theory 7:15 AM - 2:30 PM Palmetto High School BBC Advisory Committee Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Office - Conference Room

Great Networking with Complimentary OCT CORTEZ VILLAGE PLAZA BUSINESSES Hors d'oeuvres, Beer & Wine, Door Prizes. Anna Maria Oyster Bar | Sage Biscuit Don't forget your business cards! Makers Market and Workshop | Rockin Gelato 08 Fantasy Travel | Exit Sunset Realty | Salty Printing CORTEZ VILLAGE PLAZA 5:00-7:00 PM H2U | Screaming Buddha | Paddy Wagon Irish Pub 6620-6696 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton 34210

Sponsored by Casual Business Networking OCT For Young Professionals O'BRICKS IRISH PUB & MARTINI BAR 10 427 12th Street West 5:00-7:00 PM Bradenton 34205

Sponsored by Continental Breakfast • Tropicana OJ OCT Door Prizes & Quality Networking ROSEDALE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 24 and Ten-Minute Takeaway 5100 87th St. E. 7:45-9:00 AM Bradenton 34211

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Investment products and services provided by Synovus are offered through Synovus Securities, Inc (“SSI”), Synovus Trust Company, N.A. (“STC”), GLOBALT Investments, a separately identifiable division of STC and Creative Financial Group, a division of SSI. Trust services for Synovus are provided by Synovus Trust Company, N.A. The registered broker-dealer offering brokerage products for Synovus is Synovus Securities, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Investment products and not servicesare FDIC insured, are not deposits of or other obligations of Synovus Bank, are not guaranteed by Synovus Bank and involve investment risk, including possible loss of principal amount invested. Synovus Securities, Inc. is a subsidiary of Synovus Financial Corp and an affiliate of Synovus Bank and Synovus Trust. Synovus Trust Company, N.A. is a subsidiary of Synovus Bank. SSI is a subsidiary of Synovus Financial Corp. and an affiliate of Synovus Bank, and STC is a subsidiary of Synovus Bank. You can obtain more information about SSI and its Registered Representatives by accessing BrokerCheck. Synovus Bank, Member FDIC.

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