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Vol. 31 No. 50 December 16, 2013 $1.00 A Weekly Space Coast Business Magazine printed in Brevard County, Fla. since 1984 Area Apple Specialist Visual Dynamics looks for holiday sales surge
By Ken Datzman
INDIAN HARBOUR BEACH — Just in time for the holiday– shopping season, Apple has unleashed a flurry of new products. The timely launches are bringing customers into local stores such as Visual Dynamics. A longtime authorized Apple Specialist, with stores here on East Eau Gallie Boulevard and at The Avenue in Viera, Visual Dynamics is looking for Apple’s refreshed product mix, positioned across a wide range of price–points, to drive holiday sales in a big way. Among consumers planning to purchase electronics this holiday season, tablets and laptop computers are high on their list. “Apple in the last few weeks has introduced essentially all brand–new products,” said businessman Jay Wooten, president of Visual Dynamics Inc., who as an independent Apple dealer has served Brevard County customers for 25 years. “We think it’s going to be a stellar holiday season for Apple. We’re expecting to have perhaps our best holiday sales ever, with all these new products coming at one time. We’re set for the season. We have two stores serving customers.” Consumer confidence toward technology spending reached its highest level for the month of November since 2009, while senti- ment toward the overall economy also saw increases that month, according to the latest figures released by the Consumer Electronics Association. The “CEA Index of Consumer Technology Expectations,” which measures consumer expectations about technology spending, rose 2.7 points in November to reach 92.9. Shopping has started earlier this holiday season. “We’re seeing good customer traffic, which is encouraging,” said Wooten. Because of the odd 2013 calendar, retailers have a shorter window of time to capture peak holiday spending this year. There are six fewer shopping days this season. BBN photo — Adrienne B. Roth With new selections on store shelves, Apple’s holiday sales might Businessman Jay Wooten is president of Visual Dynamics Inc., an Apple Specialist with stores in Indian Harbour Beach and propel a blockbuster season for businesspeople like Wooten. He has The Avenue in Viera. An authorized, independent Apple dealer for sales, service, and training, Visual Dynamics is marking stood behind the brand as a local Apple Specialist since 1988. “We its 25th year in business. With a line of newly launched Apple products, Wooten believes this will be his company’s best holiday sold the original Macintosh,” he said, adding that his company’s season. He’s at the store in Indian Harbour Beach. three main departments are sales, service, and training.
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Within three months of completing my MBA, I was Lew Treen, a war veteran, semi–pro baseball player, high Questions regarding the right time to start an MBA offered the opportunity to run a new division of the school principal and coach. come up nearly every time I interview a prospective company. I learned later that I was selected to interview One of the most important principles I have learned is student. for the position because I recently completed my MBA, that you never should stop learning. Sometimes finding You probably know by now that life rarely follows the which has opened up many doors throughout my career. the answers to the really tough questions just can’t be path that is directly in front of you. Choosing to start your MBA is a decision to be solved using the knowledge you currently have in your I experienced this when I was just 9 years old. For a respected and celebrated. For those who decide that now head. year I was admitted to a home for disabled children is the time to start, there are always options to consider at I bring this up as the executive director for UCF’s because I could not walk and was told I would never walk UCF. My staff and I are always available for advice. Executive Development Center in downtown Orlando. again. I couldn’t walk because three days earlier I had I tell my students that a good MBA program gives you Every week I have the privilege of interviewing applicants spent most of the day setting the world’s record (I’m sure) the knowledge to start a business, to run a business, and for UCF’s professional and executive Master of Business for 9–year–olds jumping on a pogo stick. to turn a business around. It will not make you a special- Administration programs who are wondering whether to Life does not get any more predictable as you get older, ist or prepare you for every situation you may encounter continue their higher education. either. in business, but it will expose you to the most important Can you recall a situation at work when you thought We can’t always predict the perfect time to get your business topics, where to find information, and how to to yourself, “I really am not sure how to solve this MBA, but you’ll know it’s the right time for you when hire the right support resource for the business. your excuses for not getting your degree will be out- Also, if you have a technical undergraduate degree, weighed by the benefits you’ll receive for pursuing it. obtaining an MBA is a very powerful complimentary I had the good fortune to work for General Electric degree as it will give you the principles needed to use your Brevard Business right after I completed my engineering degree. 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The company believed in training employees ahead and decide what you want to change and what you before they needed it. want to learn, so you’ll know which way to go at your next PUBLISHER Adrienne B. Roth I have personally followed this philosophy since then fork–in–the–road of life. and it seems to work very well. While getting your MBA EDITOR doesn’t guarantee your next promotion or success in your Bob Porter is executive director of downtown Ken Datzman own business, having the knowledge that you’ll obtain Orlando’s Executive Development Center, part from your degree should enable you to make better of the University of Central Florida’s College of SPECIAL PROJECTS EDITOR decisions and work from a more strategic perspective. Bill Roth Business Administration. He can be reached at My decision to go back to school and get my MBA was [email protected]. driven primarily by questions like those above. It was Brevard Business News is published every Monday by Brevard Business News Inc. Bulk Rate postage is paid at Melbourne, FL and Cocoa, FL. This publication serves Cambridge International business executives in Brevard County. It reports on Continued from page 5 news, trends and ideas of interest to industry, trade, Chelsea Gallagher, the school’s Cambridge coordinator. “You can’t do minimal work. It requires you to think critically.” agribusiness, finance, health care, high technology, l Diving Deeper education and commerce. When Cambridge was first introduced there eight years ago, it was seen as another avenue for students who weren’t Letters to the Editor must include the writer’s signature in AP or IB and who were looking for a curriculum that was more hands–on and focused on problem–solving, said Diana and printed or typed name, full address and telephone Graddon, a program specialist with the district. number. 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BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 4 Call Adrienne Roth at 321-951-7777 for Advertising Information DECEMBER 16, 2013 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Cambridge makes inroads in U.S. critical thinking, writing; Miami–Dade district plans to expand offerings dig into research through primary sources, develop Cross in Worchester, Mass., cautions that school officials By Caralee J. Adams arguments, and present their findings. End–of–course closely examine the claims of programs. Cambridge, in exams require analyzing and synthesizing information in particular, has a prestige factor that needs to align with For more than 800 years, the University of Cambridge a writing–intensive format. the merits of the program, notes Mr. Schneider, who has has been educating students on its stately and historic Math and science instruction is often integrated to researched college–prep curricula. campus in the heart of England. But the esteemed British allow students to apply what they’ve learned across “It might look better than it really is. What are people institution’s reach goes much farther, and it’s now courses. A math course might include various topics, and, really excited about? Are students actually learning more, working aggressively to expand a menu of precollegiate in some courses, teachers can customize the syllabus to or are parents excited to have a branded program?” he offerings in U.S. schools. choose a combination of pure math, statistics, and said. The university owns and operates the Cambridge mechanics to build a path to the exam, based on the needs A 2011 study of the Cambridge program in the United International Exams, part of a nonprofit division that and interests of students. States, published in the “College & University Journal,” provides academic courses of study in various subjects At the elementary and middle school levels, the said students generally described the program as with a focus on promoting critical thinking, in–depth Cambridge program is focused on English/language arts, motivating and stimulating, and more challenging than analysis, and strong writing skills. It currently serves math, and science. At high school, however, it offers some other curricula. Teachers said the courses prompted more than 9,000 schools in 160 countries and students 70 courses, including biology, economics, and world students to form their own opinions and gain real–world ages 5 to 19. literature. application of subject knowledge. Cambridge is still a relatively small player in the For high school students, the Cambridge exams last Meanwhile, a 2011 case study focused on the academic United States, especially in comparison with the ubiqui- six to eight hours over a few days. Multiple–choice achievement of freshmen at Florida State University who tous Advanced Placement program. But it has seen rapid questions are limited, with a focus instead on essays, had successfully earned a Cambridge diploma credential. growth in recent years. It now provides college–prepara- analysis, and even hands–on science labs included in The research, published in the “Journal of College tory curricula for about 230 U.S. schools at the elemen- assessments. Admissions,” suggests the program may offer some tary and secondary levels in 27 states, up from 80 schools Despite the increased Cambridge presence in U.S. academic benefits later on, but it was not an experimental in 2009. This year, 50,000 Cambridge exams were taken schools, it is dwarfed by the AP program, which gave 3.4 study. by high–school students, a 50 percent increase from 2012. million exams to U.S. public high school students last How schools choose to offer the Cambridge program Some districts seem eager to embrace the prestigious year. And while Cambridge operates in more schools varies. Some high schools have students take a full Cambridge brand in hopes it will give students an edge in globally than the International Baccalaureate program, schedule of Cambridge courses, while others give students college admissions and readiness. Last spring, for which is seen as another competitor, Cambridge falls well the choice to take a class or two in their areas of strength. instance, the Miami–Dade County district in Florida short of the nearly 1,500 U.S. high schools now served by If students take a certain number of exams in various announced plans to expand use of the Cambridge the IB. Still, the United States is the fastest–growing subjects, they can earn a Cambridge diploma credential. program from 16 to 70 campuses. market for Cambridge, according to O’Sullivan. In Arizona, Jamie Sheldahl, the associate superinten- “We have a very international community,” said Angela Rainey, a senior at North Marion High School dent for the Yuma Union High School District, said he Robert D. Strickland, the director of school choice and in Citra, Fla., said she likes that Cambridge exams award thought there might be some resistance to bringing in a parental options for the 345,000–student district. “This points for demonstrating knowledge through writing, program designed in another country. program is recognized on the world level. Parents like to rather than deducting credit for missing multiple–choice “We intentionally downplayed that it was British,” he know that and feel that their child can compete on the questions. said. “We did play up that Cambridge was internationally global level.” “If you do the work and study hard, you aren’t normed and the largest provider of education in the l Analyzing and Synthesizing dreading the exams,” said Rainey, who says Cambridge world.” While most programs are in public high schools, courses have been much harder for her than dual– The Cambridge program is most prevalent in Florida, Cambridge offers curricula for elementary and middle enrollment classes she takes from a local community but there also is a concentration in Tennessee and schools, too. At all levels, students are assessed on their college. Arizona, among other states. progress at year’s end, with high–school courses culminat- Dana Spencer, who coordinates the program at North In the Miami–Dade district, the Cambridge course of ing in extensive examinations that can translate into Marion, said about 300 of the school’s 1,240 students study has been offered for several years. college credit. participate in Cambridge. It can be a difficult transition The decision to offer Cambridge more widely in Michael O’Sullivan, who joined Cambridge Interna- for some 9th graders, she said, with some initial “weeding Miami–Dade, which also offers AP and IB programs, is tional Exams last spring as the new chief executive out.” Still, most students stay with the program, she said, part of the school system’s strategy to compete with officer, has high hopes for its foray into the U.S. market. and teachers spend extra time helping them before and charter schools and attract families with a menu of He notes that the nation’s decentralized education system after school. options, according to district officials. and emphasis on school choice make it attractive. And “It does pay off,” she said. “Our students have really In the Federal Way district, just outside Seattle, he’s also making the case that the Cambridge program responded.” Cambridge programs are offered in primary, middle, and dovetails closely with the Common Core State Standards In Florida, students can earn up to 45 college credits high schools. While two high schools in the 21,000– adopted by all but four states. for their high–school performance on Cambridge exams. student district have the AP program, Federal Way High “I’m really excited about our prospects in the USA,” he A Cambridge diploma credential also qualifies a student School, where 60 percent of students are eligible for a free said. “As I see it, it’s not just another market for Cam- for a state–funded college scholarship. or reduced–price lunch, only uses Cambridge for its bridge International Examinations. One day, it will be l Examine the Claims college–prep curriculum. another home for us.” To become a Cambridge school, schools must pay a Students have the choice of taking a single Cambridge Cambridge’s work at the precollegiate level dates back registration fee and annual membership dues to have class or getting a Cambridge diploma, which requires more than a century. But Cambridge International access to online materials and training. There’s also a passing six exams. In the 1,500–student high school, 300 Exams, a division of Cambridge Assessment, only got its charge for each exam. The high–school–level exams earned a Cambridge diploma last year and 2,200 start in this country in 1995. typically run between $78 and $86 per student, per Cambridge exams were taken by students in grades 9–12. The Cambridge approach is designed to be rigorous subject. The norm is for students to take three or four. “It’s really prepared our students for college,” said and deep. In history courses, for example, rather than But before outsourcing curriculum, Jack Schneider, an memorize dates and take multiple–choice tests, students assistant professor of education at the College of the Holy Please see Cambridge International, page 4 DECEMBER 16, 2013 Visit BrevardBusinessNews.com for Advertising Information BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 5 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS
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With this acquisition, we will have closing conditions and (iii) the availability of cash on service providers, and its affiliates, under which SBA established SBA as one of the largest and most capable hand, borrowing capacity under the senior credit facility will acquire 2,007 wireless sites in Brazil. independent tower operators in Brazil, a market which and the ability to successfully obtain additional debt Upon closing of the transaction, Oi will enter into a we believe is very attractive and will produce strong financing. long–term lease with SBA, with monthly lease pay- growth in the future.” With respect to the company’s expectations regarding ments, for antenna space on each of these sites. The sites l Information concerning forward–looking statements the future financial performance of the sites and the currently have 1.6 tenants per site (including Oi) and This press release includes forward–looking state- accretive impact of the transaction, these risk factors include leases with all of the major wireless carriers in ments, including statements regarding (1) the antici- include (1) the company’s ability to successfully integrate Brazil. pated successful consummation of the transaction with the sites, (2) the company’s ability to enter into addi- The transaction, subject to customary closing Oi, including the timing of such consummation and (2) tional leases with other telecommunications service conditions, is expected to close by March 31. This the company’s expectations regarding the revenue and providers to collocate onto these sites, (3) the foreign transaction follows SBA’s previously announced tower cash flow that the sites will generate in 2014 and exchange rate in effect at such time, (4) the company’s acquisition of use rights to 2,113 sites from Oi, which the accretive impact of the transaction to the company’s ability to accurately estimate the future financial closed Nov. 26, 2013. AFFO per share post–closing. performance of the sites based on the diligence conducted The consideration to be paid by SBA for the 2,007 These forward–looking statements may be affected by prior to the execution of the agreement and (5) those sites will be roughly $645 million at current exchange the risks and uncertainties in the company’s business. factors that impact the growth of the tower industry in rates. SBA expects to fund the purchase price from cash This information is qualified in its entirety by cautionary general, which are set forth in the company’s SEC on hand, existing revolver capacity, or future debt statements and risk factor disclosures contained in the filings. issuances. company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings, SBA is a first–choice provider and leading owner and Based on an assumed closing date of March 31, 2014, including the company’s annual report on Form 10–K operator of wireless communications infrastructure in SBA anticipates that the sites will contribute about $110 filed with the Commission on Feb. 27, 2013. North, Central and South America. million of cash–leasing revenue and $70 million of tower The company wishes to caution readers that certain SBA generates revenue from two primary businesses cash flow to SBA’s results during 2014. important factors may cause actual results to differ — site leasing and site–development services. Its Upon closing this transaction, SBA will own or have materially from those expressed in any of these forward– primary focus is the leasing of antenna space on its use rights with respect to more than 5,000 sites in Brazil. looking statements. multi–tenant towers to a variety of wireless–service “We are very pleased to acquire these high quality With respect to the company’s expectations regarding providers under long–term lease contracts. For more assets and expand our relationship with Oi,” said Jeffrey the ability to close the transaction with Oi and the information about the company, visit www.SBASite.com. 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DECEMBER 16, 2013 Visit BrevardBusinessNews.com for Advertising Information BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 9 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Men’s clothing retailer Michael’s in Indialantic is set for the holiday season with top–selling brands Jack Victor, Robert Graham, Zanella; expands its accessories
By Ken Datzman
INDIALANTIC — Even after more than three decades in the local market selling men’s clothing from premium manufacturers, new customers are still discovering Michael’s, a boutique–style retail store on Fifth Avenue. “A comment we often hear from people who are first–time visitors to the store is, ‘We didn’t know there was a men’s clothing shop like this in the area.’ We are very fashion–forward while still retaining our longtime emphasis on classic clothing,” said Michael Jablaoui Jr., whose store has long been known for its wide selection of suits, sport coats, dress trousers, and now fashion clothing. He works alongside his father, Michael Jablaoui, in the family business. Together, they’ve built a stylish shop that not only attracts established customers but also caters to a growing segment of up– and–coming professionals in the region. Interestingly, the “Millennial Generation,” also known as “Genera- tion Y,” prefers to shop in–store, according to NPD Group’s “Winning the Fight for Millennial Shoppers.” The new report says 81 percent of Millennials’ retail spending occurs in brick–and–mortar stores, compared to only 19 percent online. Fashion–conscious Millennials are people born between 1980 and 2000. “We always keep things fresh and we’re starting to carry a bit more trendy clothing and accessories,” said Michael Jr. Men are adding fashionable casual wear to their wardrobe. Sales of premium jeans are up at their store. “We’re doing well with 34 Heritage. It’s an upcoming jean line that we think is going to take off. This jean has a good stretch to it and is comfortable. Our customers tell us they love 34 Heritage. It’s a quality jean.” The brand 34 Heritage touts “authentic European craftsman- ship.” A blazer paired with jeans is still a strong trend in the fashion world, he said. BBN photo — Adrienne B. Roth The Jablaouis are upbeat about the holiday shopping season, as The father–and–son team Michael Jablaoui and Michael Jablaoui Jr. are upbeat about the holiday shopping season and men’s apparel sales have bounced back from the recession low. The have expanded their store’s inventory in anticipation of a strong year. Michael’s is an upscale boutique–style store on Fifth segment is growing again and clothing heads the list of what consum- Avenue in Indialantic long known for classic men’s apparel and fashion clothing. ers plan to buy this holiday season, according to one survey. “We are fully stocked for the holidays. The inventory includes some Another in–demand line at their store is Jack the finest apparel. “St. Croix has been a really good limited–edition items by designers. I believe we have more inventory Victor, a Canadian–based manufacturer of tailored line for us. It’s American–made. It’s high quality. than we’ve ever carried at this time of year. Holiday sales have gotten clothing. The company’s designs reflect the perfect The colors and patterns are beautiful,” he said. off to a great start. We are excited about what we’re seeing from balance between classical and modern, said Michael St. Croix apparel has been handcrafted in the customers,” said Michael Jr., who has a degree in computer science Jr. “Jack Victor is absolutely quality for the price. United States since 1960. St. Croix buys its wool from the Florida Institute of Technology and worked in his field for a It’s a very hot line of dress clothes with great value. “directly from the people who raise the sheep,” often number of years before joining the family enterprise. We have been selling a lot of Jack Victor, especially sending the fiber around the world to be spun, Michael’s brand lineup covering a range of prices includes Jack the sport coats.” according to the company. Only the best raw Victor, Zanella, 7 Diamonds, Hickey Freeman, Hart Schaffner Marx, The Jack Victor collection features exclusive materials — including the softest Australian Robert Graham, Southern Tide, Nat Nast, Georg Roth, St. Croix, offerings from the best mills of Northern Italy, merino wool and pima cotton — are used to create Zagiri, Agave, Enro, Tulliano, Saxx Underwear Co., and others. including renowned weavers such as Loro Piana. its limited–edition fashions. One of the top–sellers at Michael’s is Robert Graham. Racks of Italian–made Zanella dress trousers have been Michael’s carries one of the limited–edition St. colorful Robert Graham sport shirts are displayed. “It’s our best– selling briskly, too, and are a staple at Michael’s. Croix sweaters. “Every year for the holiday season, selling line. Their sport shirts with prints are really popular,” said They carry both flat front and pleat trousers by St. Croix takes an artist painting and uses it to Michael Jr., adding that his store also sells Robert Graham sweaters Zanella in many colors. “It’s our best–selling dress create a limited–edition sweater. The detail is in various patterns as well as that brand’s ties. trouser.” spectacular. There are people who collect these Fashion designer Georg Roth, who was born in Germany, is well– St. Croix is a customer favorite at Michael’s, and sweaters,” said Michael Jr. The limited–edition St. represented at Michael’s, too, in the fashion–shirt category. “Georg has been for years. The collection, including the St. Croix sweater is available at his store. Roth shirts are made of a lightweight fabric, which is perfect for Croix sweaters, shows off a colorful array of fresh Florida,” he said. and timeless styles for the gentleman who enjoys Please see Michael’s in Indialantic, page 15
BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 10 Call Adrienne Roth at 321-951-7777 for Advertising Information DECEMBER 16, 2013 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Children’s Home Society to host annual ‘Portraits of Possibilities’ at Eau Gallie Civic Center; seeks sponsors, auction items; impact organization in community
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The Brevard Division of the Children’s Home Society of Florida is an organization whose impact is measurable and mighty in the community. The big picture is, it offers hope for children and families in crisis who suffer the brutalities of abuse and the pain of neglect, which is on the rise across the state and around the nation and has been for years. Research reveals that abuse is generational. The Children’s Home Society of Flordia works to break this cycle in more families and create a brighter future. In Florida, a child suffers abuse or neglect every “10 minutes,” according to the Children’s Defense Fund. More than 150 children in the state died from abuse or neglect in 2010. Children younger than 5 experienced the highest rate of fatalities. Locally, the Children’s Home Society’s provides a range of services to its clients, from protection supervision for children who have been removed from their home because of abuse or neglect to residential care. One fund–raising event put on annually by the Children’s Home Society — “Portraits of Possibilities” — has played an important role in the organization’s mission of providing these types of services in Brevard County. “The money that we raised from last year’s ‘Portraits of Possibili- ties’ has helped more than 4,000 children and families this year in Brevard County,” said Maria Seelman, the event founder and committee chairperson, and a 10–year volunteer with the organiza- tion. “The services we provide are making an impact, but we need to make an even bigger impact in the community because the need is great for the Children’s Home Society.” The total lifetime estimated financial cost associated with just one BBN photo — Adrienne B. Roth year of confirmed cases of child maltreatment (physical abuse, sexual The Children’s Home Society’s annual ‘Portraits of Possibilities’ is Saturday, Feb. 15, at the Eau Gallie Civic Center in abuse, psychological abuse, and neglect) is $124 billion, according to a Melbourne. Individual tickets are $150. Maria Seelman, right, is the event founder and chairperson. Christa Griffin is a 2012 report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. resource–development specialist at CHS. They are looking for a $20,000 presenting sponsor of this year’s event. The Christa Griffin, a resource–development specialist at the amenities include a full marketing and promotional package, as well as reserved seating for 24 guests. They are at the Children’s Home Society, says the money generated from “Portraits of Eau Gallie Civic Center. Possibilities” stays local. “Though we are the Children’s Home Society of Florida, all the funds from ‘Portraits of Possibilities’ go toward well as auction items. Sponsorship opportunities Bright House supports us with a lot of ads. They’ve helping children and families in Brevard. We think it’s important to range from $500 to $20,000. been phenomenal,” said Maria Seelman. emphasize that point.” To purchase tickets or inquire about sponsor- The Highland Mint is another community– Last year’s program raised $118,000 for the Brevard Division of ships, visit www.CHSPortraits.com or call the minded area business that has stood behind the the Children’s Home Society. “We’re hoping to better that number Children’s Home Society at 752–3170. The e–mail Children’s Home Society, and this year is a this year,” said Maria Seelman, who hosted “Portraits of Possibilities” address is [email protected]. “Leadership” sponsor at the $10,000 level, said with her husband Dr. Robert Seelman at their home for a number of Maria Seelman said the $20,000 presenting Griffin. Michael and Monica Kott operate the years. sponsor opportunity is open. The amenities include Highland Mint. The seventh annual edition is scheduled from 6 to 11 p.m. on reserved seating for 24 guests and a bonanza of The 2014 event theme is “An Evening in Saturday, Feb. 15, at the Eau Gallie Civic Center in Melbourne. The marketing, promotional, and recognition efforts Brazil.” The program will feature live entrainment, event has been expanded by one hour. About 300 people attended last through various venues. “We think it’s a very silent and live auctions, a casino, gourmet food, year. This is the second year it’s being held at the Civic Center. attractive package,” she said. and beverage stations. The event is being catered “The Civic Center has worked out really well,” said Griffin. “Our The presenting sponsor’s logo and company by Tim Webber: The Coordinator. “He’s excellent to guests seem very happy with the new venue. We are looking to grow name will be on the event invitations. They will work with. He does all of the decorating; takes care the event and we have the capacity to do that at the Civic Center, also have a full–page advertisement on the inside of everything. It makes our job much easier,” said which is conveniently located. We have a lot of space we can utilize.” cover of the event program. “If we can secure a Maria Seelman. Individual tickets for “Portraits of Possibilities” are $150. The presenting sponsor in time, we will include them in Children’s Home Society is seeking sponsorships for this event, as our commercials with Bright House Networks. Please see Children’s Home Society, page 17
DECEMBER 16, 2013 Visit BrevardBusinessNews.com for Advertising Information BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 11 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS King Center in Melbourne adds three concerts to its schedule of performances for the first quarter of year The Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts on the Melbourne campus of Eastern Florida State College has expanded its schedule of concerts to include three new shows for the first quarter of 2014. The concerts are Buddy Guy and Jonny Lang, Michael Bolton, and The Moody Blues. l Buddy Guy and Jonny Lang will perform at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15. Tickets will go on sale at 12 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13. They start at $43 (inclusive of ticketing fees). Guy, a Blues legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, has been a major influence to some of the most notable musicians of his generation including Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page and Stevie Ray Vaughan. “Rolling Stone” magazine ranked him in the top 25 of its “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time.” At the age of 16, Grammy Award–winner Jonny Lang found success with the release of his major label debut album “Lie To Me.” The path Lang has been on has brought him the opportunity to share the stage with Florida Business Bank the Rolling Stones, Aerosmith, B.B. King, Blues Traveler, Jeff Beck and Sting. “Textured arrangements, gorgeous vocal melodies, and expressive guitar playing are all found in pick up BBN generous abundance” on his latest release, “Fight For My Soul.” For more information about these performers, visit www.buddyguy.net and 12/09/13 www.jonnylang.com. l Michael Bolton will entertain at 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 16. Tickets will go on sale page 8 at 12 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13. Ticket prices start at $47.50 (inclusive of fees). Bolton, a multiple Grammy Award–winning singer, songwriter and social activist has FULL COLOR sold more than 53 million albums and singles. He continues to tour the world every year, all while writing, recording and taping for a wide array of projects spanning music, film, television and theater. To date, he has seen eight of his studio albums rank in the Top 10, with nine No. 1 singles. Bolton’s signature success was seized with the album “Soul Provider,” which sold more than 12.5 million copies. It showcases several chart–toppers including the No. 1 hit single “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You,” which earned him his first Grammy and also the Grammy–nominated hit “Georgia on My Mind.” Soon after, Bolton released “Time, Love & Tenderness,” which became the No. 1 album and featured his Grammy Award–winning vocal performance of the blockbuster hit “When A Man Loves a Woman.” For more information about this performer, visit www.michaelbolton.com. l The Moody Blues will take center stage at the King Center for an 8 p.m. show on Friday, March 28. Tickets will go on sale at 12 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13. They start at $47.50 (inclusive of ticketing fees). The Moody Blues is one of the most enduring and beloved rock bands, having per- formed for more than 40 years. Since the 1960s, as a part of the historic original British invasion of supergroups, The group has lit up the “hearts and minds” of millions of rock fans with inspiring anthems like “Nights in White Satin,” “Tuesday Afternoon” and “I’m Just A Singer (In A Rock And Roll Band).” “USA Weekend” calls the Moody Blues “a great rock n’ roll band with staying power beyond anybody’s wildest dreams.” With worldwide album sales of more than 70 million, The Moody Blues’ Justin Hayward, John Lodge and Graeme Edge will be making a return trip to the King Center. For more details about the group, visit www.moodybluestoday.com. Single tickets for these concerts may be purchased by visiting kingcenter.com or by calling the ticket office at 242–2219. The office hours are 12 to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, 12 to 4 p.m. on Saturday. GrayRobinson named a ‘Go–To Law Firm’ GrayRobinson has been named among “Corporate Counsel” magazine’s “Go–To Law Firms” for America’s 500 largest companies. Selected firms were chosen for delivering exceptional work for the Fortune 500. The firm was selected for work in intellectual property litigation, contracts litigation, patent prosecution, torts litigation, labor litigation, securities law and labor and employment law. Firms were picked based on data obtained through surveys sent to general counsel at Fortune 500 companies and public record research in various key databases.
BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 12 Call Adrienne Roth at 321-951-7777 for Advertising Information DECEMBER 16, 2013 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Larson Electronics introduces its new 28–watt LED money–saving lighting product to the public KEMP, Texas — Larson Electronics has announced its to retrofit as there are solutions for ballasted fixtures and Larson Electronics carries an extensive line of LED new 28–watt LED four–foot replacement lamp. When fixtures with single–end AC power. Most importantly, they spotlights, LED hunting lights, colored LED lights, upgrading existing T8 fluorescent fixtures to LEDs, or will increase the light output and save on electric consump- portable work lights and industrial grade LED area lights. direct replacement, the new Magnalight LEDT8–28W–V1 tion, said Bresnahan. You can view Larson Electronics’ entire line of lighting by will “outperform a standard T8 fluorescent and save “We couldn’t be more excited about the flexibility and visiting them on the web at LarsonElectronics.com. You money, too.” compatibility of these lamps. This gives both commercial can also call 1–800–369–6671 to learn more or call 1–903– The 28–watt T–series LED Bulb works with any T8 and industrial settings an opportunity to upgrade to LED 498–3363 for international inquiries. fluorescent light fixtures and can be configured for T– lighting with little or no hassle.” series fluorescent bulb fixture and requires no ballast for operation. The polycarbonate lens diffuses the light and makes California company designs first interchangeable multi–section paddleboard this bulb “ideal” for food safe–environments since there is Corran SUP has designed and is bringing to market the “world’s first interchangeable multi–section paddleboard.” no glass. The aluminum housing serves as a heat sink and Corran says the problem with paddleboards is threefold. The first is that they are long and cumbersome. They are provides rigidity and strength for this LED bulb. The complex to transport and store for the end–user, and they take up sizable amounts of floor space in retail outlets. They Magnalight 28–Watt LED tube produces more light than a are generally expensive — well over $1000 and often more than $2,000. Lastly, you need a different board for every T8 fluorescent and saves on electric costs and maintenance member of the family, and for every intended use. costs while resisting shock and temperature extremes, said This new invention (which has a patent pending) solves all three issues, says Corran, a California company. It consists Rob Bresnahan, of LarsonElectronics.com. of a front and back section which forms the base board, and then additional center sections which click together to These LED light tubes can also be plugged directly into lengthen the board as needed. The single design, which fits neatly into the back of your car, and in your closet, can go fluorescent light fixtures with magnetic ballasts, which from the perfect above–ground Yoga board to a general purpose paddling board, or a distance board that’s ideal for fitness make them an “ideal retrofit” for older T12 fluorescent training, fishing or even paddling two–up. lights with magnetic ballasts. This is a concept the inventor Corran Addison has been working on for the past eight years — to create a board that’s “These are the first generation of our 28–watt LED easier to transport and store. But it wasn’t until recently that he had the idea to make the board adjustable in length and tubes,” he said. use. Take the same shape — the same pieces — and duplicate them so that you can make a board short or long. Output is “98.21 lumens per watt” for a total of 2750 The “base” board is three pieces — the ends slide together and lock with a ratcheting system that pulls the three lumens per bulb. This lamp is also available in two–foot pieces firmly along rigid sliders. The nine–foot long board will hold a paddler weighing more than “230 pounds.” and three–foot alternating current and low–voltage When you’re done using the Corran SUP it’s easy to take apart and store it in a small corner of your house or in the versions, making this new series of lamps compatible with back of your vehicle, said Addison. numerous different commercial and industrial fixtures. Corran SUP is using a “cloud–funding project” to raise the money to bring this new idea to market. For more informa- Facility–maintenance people will find these bulbs easy tion about Corran Paddleboards, go to CorranSUP.com.
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DECEMBER 16, 2013 Visit BrevardBusinessNews.com for Advertising Information BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 13 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Florida Space industry to visit capitol to share with legislators the opportunities the industry brings to state KENNEDY SPACE CENTER — Representatives This year’s event is critical, as the state’s space Florida Space Day participants include Abacus from Florida’s aerospace industry will visit Tallahas- industry continues to expand and change to face the Technology Corp., AECOM Government Technical see on March 12 to participate in Florida Space Day dynamic international marketplace, she said. Service, American Institute of Aeronautics and and share with legislators the opportunities the During Space Day, industry leaders and other Astronautics, ASRC Aerospace Corp., Astronaut industry brings to the state and the nation’s space aerospace supporters will meet with House and Scholarship Foundation, Astrotech Space Operations, program. Senate members, as well as with Gov. Rick Scott, to ATK, Bionetics, The Boeing Co., Craig Technologies, “Aerospace means business and that translates discuss the state’s $8 billion space industry, and Computer Science Raytheon, D3 Air & Space into high tech, high paying jobs for Florida,” said determine the best strategies for leveraging these Operations, Delaware North Cos., Dynamac Corp., Patty Stratton, chair of Florida Space Day 2014. markets for Florida’s benefit in the years ahead. Economic Development Commission of Florida’s “The decisions made in both Tallahassee and With Florida’s tested capabilities, it is poised to Space Coast, Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University, Washington D.C., in regard to the space program will continue capitalizing on emerging aerospace opportu- Exelis, Harris Corp., InDyne Inc., Jacobs Technology, greatly affect the state.” nities as well as open new frontiers in exploration L2 Aerospace, Lockheed Martin, Millennium Engi- Florida has the third–largest space industry in the and discovery, said Stratton. Home to two of just neering & Integration, QinetiQ North America, nation. eight commercially licensed spaceports in the SAIC, Space Coast Launch Services, Space Florida, “It’s imperative that Florida’s legislators, local country, Florida is one of only three states conducting SpaceX, United Launch Alliance and URS. officials and the business community continue to commercial orbital launches. To learn more about the event, visit work together to position the state to capture new “We want Florida to continue its aggressive stance www.floridaspaceday.com, www.facebook.com/ opportunities as this industry transitions,” said to create a robust atmosphere for space exploration FloridaSpaceDay or follow on Twitter at Stratton. and business,” said Stratton. @FLSpaceDay.
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We consider it an Center Holiday Inn, 301 Tucker Lane. of mission advancement at Aging Matters in Brevard. honor to give back to the community that has given so The evening will feature food, select wines, entertain- The proceeds from last year’s event impacted seniors much to us.” ment, balloon pops, a live auction and more. This in the following meaningful ways: Aging Matters in Brevard is recognized by the Florida signature fund–raiser was launched in 2008 by Miller & l Provided 222,677 hot nutritious meals to 1,633 Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Hurt Financial Group to benefit the programs of Aging homebound seniors through Meals on Wheels. Aging as the Lead Agency for senior services in Brevard Matters in Brevard. l Improved home accessibility, safety and security for County. Established in 1965, Aging Matters in Brevard is a 1,574 seniors. 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All rights reserved. 0910-0809-43880713-010303526 [74938-v2] (093685-v1) A1440 A14444 BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 16 Call Adrienne Roth at 321-951-7777 for Advertising Information DECEMBER 16, 2013 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Dr. McManus of The Eye Institute for Medicine & Surgery continues practice’s ‘Christmas Cataract’ gift program In the spirit of the holiday season, Dr. James For a period of time, changes in one’s eyeglass nity that has been so good to my family and me,” he said. McManus seeks to give the gift of sight to an individual prescription may improve vision to an acceptable level. Unfortunately, not everyone who submits their story in need. Dr. McManus, a board–certified ophthalmologist However, once a cataract progresses past a certain point, will be eligible for the surgery because of such factors as and cataract specialist at The Eye Institute for Medicine vision and a person’s ability to do the things they need to the presence of other eye conditions or a health status & Surgery, wants to give a “very special gift” to a resident do on a daily basis begin to become compromised. At this that would indicate a contraindication to outpatient of Brevard County this Christmas season: the precious point surgery is usually the only viable option to improve surgery. gift of sight. vision. Dr. McManus said he will review all the entries and Dr. McManus will be continuing the program he Dr. McManus says he hopes to continue the “Christ- carefully determine the individual most likely to benefit created last year, known as “The Christmas Cataract,” mas Cataract” program for many years to come. “Brevard from cataract surgery. For more information regarding which he describes as, “a happy ending waiting for your has been a wonderful place to live, to raise a family and this program, log on to TheChristmasCataract.com or call story.” He wants to encourage Brevard County residents to practice medicine. I want to give back to the commu- 722–4443. who may be experiencing vision loss due to cataracts, who are uninsured and in need, to visit his website, Children’s Home Society of Brevard TheChristmasCataract.com. There are instructions on the website explaining how Continued from page 11 an individual or their loved one can share a photo and The entertainment will include samba dances by Dr. Ranch offers mental–health counseling, remedial their story describing how vision loss has impacted their Stephanie Haridopolos and Brad Stein, and Mike and education, and vocational opportunities for each young- life and how they believe their life could improve if their Teresa Bauer. ster. vision was restored. A wine–tasting kick–off party for “Portraits of The organization also provides guidance for new “Poor vision associated with cataracts can have a Possibilities” was recently hosted at Maxine’s Salon & mothers and their babies through the “Healthy Start” profound effect on all aspects of a person’s life,” said Spa on Highland Avenue in Eau Gallie. program. It teaches mothers how to take care of their Dr. McManus. “It can prevent a person from working, Owner Susan Extein is a supporter of the Children’s newborn. The program is designed to help curb child from taking care of loved ones who depend on them, or Home Society and joined the “Portraits of Possibilities” abuse. even performing daily activities that most of us take for planning committee two years ago. Maxine’s Salon & Spa “These programs are instrumental in the community granted.” sells select wines. “Susan is a good friend and we’re as we reach out to a help a wide range of age groups,” Cataracts are a clouding of the natural, clear lens thankful for her support of the Children’s Home Society,” said Griffin. “That’s one of the reasons why ‘Portraits of inside the eye. Cataracts are usually age–related but said Maria Seelman. Possibilities’ is such an important event for us each year. may occur because of heredity, the presence of certain The Children’s Home Society’s programs include the We’re hoping it will be another big success.” systemic illnesses, the use of certain medications, Hacienda Girls Ranch, a residential safe shelter for teen Donors can also make a “Gift of Love” for a child, trauma, or other factors. girls. Situated on a 25–acre campus, Hacienda Girls starting at $25. Artemis pick up BBN 12/02/13 page 6 Gift yourself a Mac this Season! 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It shop. introduces “Finder Tabs” and “Finder Tags,” and delivers is based on the Institute of Electrical and Electronics The upgraded products include the iPad mini with new core technologies for better efficiency. Engineers’ 1680 Standards for Environmental Assessment Retina Display. The iPad mini brings all the pixels from One of those new features is iBooks. It gives the user of Personal Computers Products. the 9.7–inch iPad to its 7.9–inch screen, delivering “razor– instant access to their iBooks library (more than 2 million The new Mac Pro uses up to 70 percent less energy sharp” text and detail in an “amazingly thin” and light- titles in the iBooks Store) and works seamlessly across than the previous generation, is constructed with 79 weight design, he said. their devices. percent less aluminum, and uses 80 percent less packing “The main difference between the new iPad mini and And Finder Tabs help unclutter your desktop by materials than the current Mac Pro, according to Apple. old iPad mini is that the new one has a Retina Display, consolidating multiple Finder windows into a single When people purchase Apple products at Visual which is one of the highest density displays you can get on window with multiple tabs. Finder Tags are a new way to Dynamics, the customer relationship is just beginning. A a tablet.” organize and to find your files located on your Mac or in core part of company’s business is training. Visual He added, “The picture quality is absolutely beautiful; iCloud. Dynamics offers a full slate of classes and seminars, as great color saturation. It’s perfect for photos. Apple has Apple’s product pipeline includes the new iMac demand for Apple product instruction grows in the also upgraded a number of internals within the iPad computers, said Wooten. “They are screaming–fast community. mini.” machines, in 21–inch and 27–inch models. They are The firm has a dedicated training staff and well– The new iPad mini features the “powerful” and “power– absolutely beautiful desktop machines. And, of course, equipped computer classrooms at both of its stores. The efficient” designed A7 chip with 64–bit desktop–class everything is wireless — the keyboard, the mouse, and so Apple classes are conducted for individuals as well as for architecture, “ultrafast wireless” with built–in Wi–Fi, and forth.” businesses. expanded LTE cellular connectivity. The Macs showcase the next generation of wireless “Training is huge for us,” said Wooten. “We offer Custom–designed polyurethane “Smart Covers” for the technology, called “802.11ac Wi–Fi.” When connected to an hands–on workshops covering a wide range of Apple iPad mini with Retina Display and iPad mini are available 802.11ac base station, the iMac delivers wireless perfor- products. The workshops bring people up to speed on a in a range of vibrant colors, including blue, green, and mance that is up to three times faster than the previous particular product.” black. generation. He added, “A lot of people are switching from the Apple has also upgraded the iPad Air, a lighter, thinner If you are shopping this holiday season for a computer Windows environment to the Macintosh environment. and more powerful model. It, too, has the Retina Display or an iPad for a college–bound student, Apple’s products Macs are simpler to use, but it takes a bit of a learning feature. “It’s the same screen size as the prior model,” said are among the most popular devices on campuses around curve to move forward and they can learn the steps in Wooten, “but it’s thinner, lighter and faster. So it’s really the nation. these workshops.” an ideal size for a tablet.” “The MacBook Air 13 inch or the MacBook Pro 13 inch For the holiday season, Visual Dynamics is offering its Precision engineered to weigh just one pound, the iPad are ideally suited for college students, with their lightness most popular training package — the “Workshop Bundle” Air is 20 percent thinner and 28 percent lighter than the and size,” said Wooten. — at a discounted price of $39.95. It covers four and a half fourth generation of iPad, and with a narrower bezel the “Most college students go from classroom to classroom. hours of hands–on training. The bundle is a series of four borders are much thinner. They want to be able to put their machines in their individual workshops. You have up to one year to take all The new iPad Air’s Retina Display makes web pages, backpacks. You don’t want something that is too big and four of them once you sign up. text, images and video look “incredibly sharp and realistic.” bulky. The 13–inch Mac models are the perfect size for “The workshops cover everything from getting started The A7 chip allows the battery to be even smaller, college students. The MacBook Air is lightweight and thin. with your Apple product, all the way through using it to helping reduce the overall volume by 24 percent from the The MacBook Pro is a more powerful computer.” work on the Internet, for mail, for calendars, and so forth. previous generation, while doubling its performance and He added, “A lot of college–age students who shop at When a customer purchases the Workshop Bundle with an maintaining its up to 10–hour battery life, the company our stores are interested in purchasing the 15–inch model, iPad or a new Mac, the Workshop Bundle is $20 for the says. which is the ‘Big Mac Daddy,’ so to speak, but it’s not as four and a half hours,” he said. The iPad Air and iPad mini with Retina Display have practical as the 13–model.” One of the growth areas for Visual Dynamics is the the next–generation FaceTime HD camera with improved Visual Dynamics has a full selection of Apple products small–business market. Wooten says his company is backside illumination sensors featuring larger pixels for and more are expected to arrive this month. Apple is set to seeing more firms move from Windows to the Mac better low–light performance. roll out its new Mac Pro, being billed as “the most radical environment. Apple has also refreshed its Macintosh line, said Mac ever.” “It’s one of the big surges we are experiencing. A lot of Wooten. The Macbook Air, for instance, has seen improve- Designed around an “innovative unified thermal core,” small–business customers, including insurance agencies, ments. the Mac Pro features the latest Intel Xeon processor. The attorneys, automobile dealerships, and restaurants, are The new Macbook Air, similar to the iPad Air, “is unified thermal core allows the system to efficiently share switching from PC–based machines to Macintosh.” lightweight and very fast. If you take a laptop with you thermal capacity across all the processors. The new Mac A survey conducted by the Enterprise Desktop Alliance everywhere you go, the new Macbook Air is the perfect Pro, designed in the form of a cylinder, is just 9.9 inches cited 65 percent of 322 information–technology adminis- traveling companion. It’s less than one–half inch thick, tall and one–eighth the volume of the previous Mac Pro. trators saying that it costs less to troubleshoot Macs than extremely powerful and comes in 11–inch and 13–inch “The Mac Pro has been around for a while but this PCs in their operation. A majority of the respondents said sizes,” he said. model is a new computer for Apple,” said Wooten. “It will that the cost for managing Macs was more than 20 percent The 11–inch Macbook Air now lasts up to nine hours be the most powerful computer they have ever produced. less than for PCs. between charges and the 13–inch model lasts up to 12 It’s an extremely powerful desktop computer.” Wooten said “70 percent of new customer sales at his hours. Reinvented from the inside out, the Mac Pro is designed stores are to people making the switch. It’s an all–time The Macs feature OS X Mavericks, the latest major to tackle even the “most demanding workflows.” The Mac high for us. It’s giving us a big lift.” release of the “world’s most advanced operating system.” Pro meets stringent Energy Star 6.0 requirements and Visual Dynamics’ beachside store hours are 9 a.m. to 6 It’s available free of charge “to anyone who has a Mac achieves an EPEAT Gold rating. p.m., Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on that’s dated around 2009,” said Wooten. EPEAT is an independent organization that helps Saturday. The holiday shopping hours at The Avenue store With more than 200 new applications, OS X Mavericks customers compare the environmental performance of are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 brings iBooks and Maps to the Mac, includes a new notebooks and desktops. 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