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Vol. 31 No. 5 February 4, 2013 A Weekly Space Coast Business Magazine printed in Brevard County, Florida since 1984 SCCU positions itself as alternative source for commercial loans

By Ken Datzman

Credit unions around the nation saw their loan portfolios grow in 2012, with the third quarter a record one for the industry. In that quarter, credit unions posted 31 percent growth in loan originations over the previous year’s performance, topping $88 billion, according to Callahan & Associates in Washington, D.C., which tracks the industry. Since 2007, the start of the recession in the U.S., credit unions have originated more than 105 million loans, to consumers and small businesses, totaling $1.5 trillion. Credit–union members, it seems, continue to see value in their cooperatives, which are positioning themselves as an alternative source for businesses pursuing a commercial loan, at a critical time in the recovery when more small firms are beginning to think about future growth. Credit unions, which have a tax–exempt status, made a push into commercial lending years ago to better accommodate their business members. “From a commercial–lending standpoint, we are trying to get the word out that we feel like we are a good alternative or even a good first choice within the local communities we serve,” said Randall “Randy” Vostrejs, director of business sales and services for Melbourne–based Space Coast Credit Union. “We have the ability to provide services to any business in Brevard County. We help small businesses grow by financing their expansion efforts, supporting their working capital, and providing competitive commercial–lending products and services.” Currently, the law caps credit–union lending at 12.25 percent of total assets. The Credit Union National Association, the trade organization serving the industry, has asked Congress in a letter to enact H.R. 1418, the Small Business Lending Enhancement Act, which would BBN photo — Adrienne B. Roth raise the credit–union business–lending cap to 27.5 percent of total Randy Vostrejs is director of business sales and services for Space Coast Credit Union. He said the refinancing of commercial assets. real–estate loans for SCCU ‘took off in 2012,’ driven by competitive rates and the expansion to five commercial–lending The CUNA says that would permit credit unions to lend an specialists. Vostrejs, who is at the corporate office on North Wickham Road in Melbourne, said he sees continuing growth additional $13 billion to small businesses in the first year after this year from refinancing. enactment, helping them to create 140,000 new jobs at “no cost to taxpayers.”

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Please see Space Coast Credit Union, page 19 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Former newspaper editor Stewart joins 2–1–1 Brevard as its communications manager Belinda Stewart of Melbourne, a former editor at “Florida Today,” has joined 2–1–1 Brevard Inc. as communications manager. Stewart started at the newspaper in 2003 as assistant metro editor and became metro editor in 2006, supervis- ing local news reporters and editors. She left “Florida Today” in 2011. Stewart also is former managing editor of the Iowa City (Iowa) Press–Citizen and assistant manager editor of the Rockford (Ill.) Register–Star. At 2–1–1 Brevard, she will lead marketing, grant–writing, social–media and other communications initiatives. She also will serve as spokeswoman. 2–1–1 Brevard is a United Way–supported nonprofit that operates a telephone–based helpline offering information, referral and crisis intervention 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Funding also comes from the Florida Department of Children and Families, Brevard County and other sources. CIA Theater veteran Hank Rion is named artistic director at the Henegar Center The Henegar Center for the Arts in downtown Melbourne has announced the hiring of Hank Rion of Indialantic as its artistic director, effective mid–February, initially on a part–time basis. He will assume the position full time in mid–May. tall one Rion has extensive experience in all aspects of theatrical production. He is currently director of the Drama Department in the Satellite High School Fine Arts Academy, where he has led the award–winning program for more than five years. Previously (2001–2007) he was an assistant professor at the College of the Albemarle in Elizabeth City, N.C. He FULL COLOR served as the college’s Fine Arts Department chairman from 2003 to 2005. Rion has performed in several national tours including “Grease” and “42nd Street.” He received his bachelor of fine arts/theater arts degree from Valdosta State University and his master’s of fine arts in directing from the City University of New York–Brooklyn College. Jess Parrish Medical Foundation accepting scholarship applications from area students TITUSVILLE — The Jess Parrish Medical Foundation is accepting scholarship applications from high–school seniors who plan to pursue a career in a medical or health–care field related to human health. Scholarship amounts range from $500 to $1,500 and recipients will be announced in May. Scholarships will be awarded to graduating high–school seniors who reside in the Parrish Medical Center service area (State Road 528 north to the Brevard–Volusia county line). Students must have a 3.0 grade–point average or greater, based on a 4.0 scale. Students who have been awarded a JPMF scholarship in previous years may reapply, provided they are continuing in a medical, health–care field related to human health and have maintained at least a 3.0 grade–point average. Students who attend Astronaut High, Space Coast High and Titusville High may obtain an application from the guidance office at their school. Others may obtain an application by calling the JPMF at 269–4066 or by visiting parrishmedfoundation.com. The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, March 15. Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place recognizes area agency as its Nonprofit of the Month In an effort to show appreciation for how Pregnancy Resources makes Brevard County a better community, the Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place has selected the organization as its Nonprofit of the Month for January. “Throughout the month our hotel is highlighting Pregnancy Resources through fund raising and awareness initia- tives,” said Kelly Williams, catering and sales manager for the Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place. “We know Pregnancy Resources is making a positive difference in the lives of local young families. We pride ourselves when it comes to working ERA closely with our area’s nonprofit organizations and we want to be a part of their efforts.” “What an encouragement for a local business to recognize our work,” added Judy Miller, executive director of Preg- pick up BBN nancy Resources. “Our staff and volunteers work tirelessly to help others and this is a great encouragement for all of us. We have also enjoyed breakfast items being delivered to our office each week this month!” 1/28/13 Pregnancy Resources provides free services, education and support in a “compassionate environment” to women and families facing unexpected pregnancy. For more information, or to register for a class, call 752–5540 or visit Page 9 www.MelbournePRI.com. Weichert executives bring firm’s program to real–estate agents at the Palm Bay office Barbara C. Wall Weichert Real Estate Affiliates’ Senior Vice President Bill Scott and Weichert Lead Network Vice President Bill Broker/Owner/President Spadea recently visited Weichert Realtors’ Hallmark Properties office in Palm Bay, which is managed by Donna Brown- [email protected] Wall www.BarbaraWall.com ing. pick up BBN Scott and Spadea came to the office to deliver “The Career Development Summit” to agents from Palm Bay and Melbourne. They travel to Weichert affiliated offices throughout the country to bring the program in–person to agents. 01/21/13 The traveling presentations are designed to bolster agent performance by offering information on “how to harness the power of the Weichert tools,” Scott said. Spadea’s training is focused on “getting the appointment in two minutes or less.” 2000 Highway AIA, Indian Harbour Beach, FL 32937 page ? The Weichert Palm Bay agency opened in July 2012 as one of two locations in Brevard County. The Melbourne office Bus 321-308-0335 Fax 321-768-1899 is managed by Michael Mattesi. Broker Steve Pilchick owns 18 Weichert franchises throughout Florida. Cell 321-749-2444 TollFULL Free 800-709-7600 COLOR Hallmark Properties is located at 5201 Babcock St., Suite 2. The telephone number is 821–4310. $QLQGHSHQGHQWO\RZQHGDQGRSHUDWHGPHPEHURI3UXGHQWLDO5HDO(VWDWH$I¿OLDWHV,QF BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 2 Call Adrienne Roth at 321-951-7777 for Advertising Information FEBRUARY 4, 2013 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Henegar announces change in lineup with ‘A Grand Night for Singing’ now on schedule The Henegar Center for the Arts in Melbourne’s Downtown Theatre District has announced a change in its current season of shows. “A Grand Night for Singing,” the Tony Award–nominated musical revue by Rodgers and Hammerstein, will run March 8–24. The show replaces “Sunset Boulevard,” which the Henegar looks forward “to producing in the future.” “A Grand Night for Singing” opened the 1994 Broadway season with “flair and distinction,” earning two Tony Nomina- tions, including Best Musical. The show features “beloved songs” from “The King and I,” “South Pacific,” “State Fair” and more. “A Grand Night for Singing” runs through March 24 on Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 o’clock and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $23 for adults, $21 for senior citizens and $16 for students, plus handling fees. Reserved tickets may be purchased at the Henegar Center box office Monday through Friday. Patrons who have reserved seats for “Sunset Boulevard” may use their tickets for “A Grand Night for Singing,” as no exchange is needed. Space Coast Pops Orchestra to present ‘Big Band Bash’ concert with Mark Nelson Brenner The Space Coast Pops Orchestra will present “Big Band Bash” for the second concert of its 27th annual Subscription Series Season at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9, at the Merritt Island First Baptist Church on State Road 520 and Courtenay Parkway. new ad emailed Conductor Mark Nelson will direct the Pops Orchestra in performing compositions of George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Richard Rodgers and Larry Hart, Claude DeBussy and Giacom Puccini, with “A Salute to the Big Bands,” and “A Salute to Irving Berlin.” There too will be other selected classics from the Big Band era. Featured vocal soloist Elizabeth Nelson will sing “Embraceable You,” “Night and Day”, “Blue Moon,” “Beau Soir,” and a number of other favored classics. FULL COLOR Single concert tickets are $20 for general admission in advance at ticket outlets. Tickets are $3 more at the door the day of the performance. Imperial Plaza Call 632–7445 for further information, ticket–outlet locations and single concert reserved seat tickets. & The Executive Suites Brevard Parks and Recreation teams with Health First to a present community event 6767 N. Wickham Road The annual “Run Brevard ReCreate Your Life 5K Race Series,” presented by Brevard County Parks and Recreation +TI[[¹)ºWNÅKMJ]QTLQVOTWKI\MLQV\PMPMIZ\WN ;]V\ZMM and Health First Inc., will continue in February with the “Forever Hearts 5K and Fun Walk” at Max K. Rodes Park, 3410 Flanagan Ave., in West Melbourne. This is the third race of the series. There will be three additional races held in various Brevard County Parks through May.  Œ1UUMLQI\M7KK]XIVKa)^IQTIJTM The Forever Hearts 5K and Fun Walk starts at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 16. The registration fee (before Feb. 9) is $14  Œ+TI[[¹)º.QVQ[PM[QLMWKWVNMZMVKQVO:WWU The foundation will provide transportation to the Cape Café and the Lighthouse via busses. 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FEBRUARY 4, 2013 Visit BrevardBusinessNews.com for Advertising Information BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 3 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Professor: ‘Smart’ justice is based on much more than just reducing costs sion from the justice system for certain types of offenders the value of ‘justice,’ though we can measure the cost of the By Roberto Hugh Potter to the cutting–edge assessment of offenders to link them to criminal–justice system. The cost of the criminal–justice UCF Forum columnist effective rehabilitation programs. system, including juveniles, is immense. Seeking ways to On the other hand, there is a tendency to focus only on produce justice while reducing the cost of the criminal– I attended a statewide “justice summit” in December, those scientifically supported outcomes that are consistent justice system would seem to be the balance we are but left wondering about how some people think we should with certain agendas. There was a tendency at the seeking as common ground. achieve that. conference to confuse evidence–based, replicated results Using scientifically supported, risk–assessment The gathering was organized by a group that says it with single–study results that had not withstood attempts instruments and procedures, we can target specifically the was “created to place greater advocacy emphasis on to replicate those outcomes in another setting — as long as types of behavioral, social, and health interventions that changes to improve public safety while reducing costs to they supported the desired agenda. have been shown to reduce the likelihood of re–offending. the taxpayers.” Sometimes, however, the least expensive One of the panels at the conference illustrated this This will, over time, reduce the cost of the criminal– route for protecting citizens may not be the best way to when the participants categorically rejected strongly justice system by reducing the number of times an reform “wrongdoers.” established scientific evidence on offender–risk assess- individual returns to the process. Combined with proven, As one of those who have been part of the push to ments. effective prevention programs in health, social and utilize what we now call “evidence–based practice” in the Now, this is not unique to any one group. Many groups behavioral areas, we can reduce the number of individuals Florida justice system since the late 1970s, I find the and individuals continually challenge empirical evidence. entering the criminal justice system in the first place. emergence of groups like those in attendance both Alas, scientific evidence is utilized by many politically The outcomes of this scientifically based approach encouraging and curious. focused individuals to their advantage and the disadvan- include not only a higher quality of life for those who On one hand, these groups promote the use of empiri- tage of their opponents. I would argue this is a misuse of engage in and are victimized by crime — often the same cal, scientific research to push for legislative and agency science, and one all too frequently encountered. people — but also a reduction in the cost of the criminal– policy and practice. This includes everything from diver- Unlike one of the researchers on the conference agenda, justice system to citizens. I do not hold that justice policy should be determined solely The key point is that quality of life may need to be by scientific research. favored over the cost–savings in operating the justice Justice, that proverbial sausage, is a mix of basic system. It is our hope and belief that improving the quality Brevard Business morality, philosophy, science, and politics. In my not– of our collective social lives will reduce the cost of the BBN News always–humble opinion, we researchers at universities justice system, while producing greater justice. and in the private sector should be contributors to this That strikes me as truly “smart justice.” process, but we should not seek to dominate the process UCF Forum columnist Roberto Hugh Potter is a 4300 Fortune Place, Suite D more than any other citizen or group of citizens. We in the academy are a resource for justice, and I hope sociologist, professor and director of Research West Melbourne, FL 32904 Partnerships in the University of Central (321) 951–7777 legislators view their public universities as such more Florida’s Department of Criminal Justice. He fax (321) 951–4444 often. BrevardBusinessNews.com Justice is not just about fiscal policy; we can’t measure can be reached at [email protected].

PUBLISHER Tampa Media Group expands its coverage, announces debut of ‘St. Petersburg Tribune’ Adrienne B. Roth The Tampa Media Group is expanding its news coverage and rolling out new offerings on both sides of Tampa Bay. The “St. Petersburg Tribune,” a Pinellas County edition of “The Tampa Tribune,” debuted Jan. 6. EDITOR With a Pinellas–based news staff, the Tribune’s newest edition will publish seven days a week and provide a “robust Ken Datzman local news report,” sports coverage, columns and opinion pages that offer a fresh perspective on issues. SPECIAL PROJECTS EDITOR “Our recently announced private local ownership provides us an opportunity to invest in ways that are specifically Bill Roth focused on the needs of our communities, readers and business partners,” Tribune Publisher William Barker said. “Therefore, I couldn’t be more excited to announce our added investment in reporting and photography resources dedicated to key communities in Pinellas.” Brevard Business News is published every Monday by The Tribune’s new edition also will bolster coverage on TBO.com, the top news site in the Tampa Bay market, through Brevard Business News Inc. Bulk Rate postage is paid at a new Pinellas channel. “This more clearly demonstrates our belief that every town and local community deserves to have Melbourne, FL and Cocoa, FL. This publication serves business executives in Brevard County. It reports on its own news coverage, focused on its unique characteristics and needs,” Barker said. “The Tribune and our family of news, trends and ideas of interest to industry, trade, brands are dedicated to being our community’s first choice for local information not found anywhere else, while helping agribusiness, finance, health care, high technology, those very communities and local businesses thrive.” education and commerce. The Tribune said it plans to expand circulation and advertising in Pinellas County. Letters to the Editor must include the writer’s signature and printed or typed name, full address and telephone Valerie Allen to conduct SCWG workshop Feb. 2 number. Brevard Business News reserves the right to edit Valerie Allen, a psychologist, author and speaker, will conduct a workshop for the Space Coast Writers Guild from all letters. Send your letters to: Editor, Brevard Business 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2, at the West Melbourne Public Library, 2755 Wingate Blvd. The program is titled News, 4300 Fortune Place, Suite D, West Melbourne, FL, “Marketing Strategies to Sell Your Writing.” The registration fee is $12 and includes materials and handouts. A portion 32904, or email [email protected]. of the registration fee will be donated to the library and the Space Coast Writers Guild. The workshop is open to the Subscription Rates for home or office mail delivery are public and is designed for both new and seasoned writers. Allen is the author of six books, which include fiction, $26.00 for one year (52 issues). Send all address nonfiction and children’s literature. She is the co–founder of Authors for Authors. The second edition of her popular changes to: Circulation Department, Brevard Business book, “Write, Publish, Sell! Quick, Easy, Inexpensive Ideas for the Marketing Challenged,” will be used during the News, 4300 Fortune Place, Suite D, West Melbourne, FL, workshop. To register for the event, visit www.ValerieAllenWriter.com or send an e–mail message to 32904, or email [email protected]. [email protected].

BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 4 Call Adrienne Roth at 321-951-7777 for Advertising Information FEBRUARY 4, 2013 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Pickett to lead Small Business Development Center at BCC as its longtime director Vicky Peake retires Brevard Community College recently announced that Robert “Rob” Pickett has been promoted to director of its Small Business Development Center on the Melbourne campus. The announcement was made following the retirement of longtime director Vicky Peake in December. Pickett has lived in Brevard County since 1987 and is a graduate of the University of Virginia. As director, he will be involved in community outreach, creating awareness of the services available at the SBDC to area professionals and civic leaders, as well as Caring Hearts consulting for individuals interested in entrepreneurship, and those already in business. Pickett brings to his role a background that includes more than 20 years’ experience in commercial banking and small–business management. He is a Certified Business Continuity Professional who has achieved additional new ad emailed certification in Profit Mastery and Growth Wheel. The goal of BCC’s SBDC is “helping businesses grow and succeed.” Upcoming training courses include topics such as Business Planning, Legal Clinic, Government Contracting, along with many others. For information about courses, visit www.BrevardCC.edu/go/SBDC. 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A copy of the offi cial Registration and Financial Information may be obtained U.S. and the second largest in Florida with technologically advanced systems located in from the Division of Consumer Services by calling Toll Free (800-435-7352 within the State Regis- five states including Florida, Alabama, Indiana, Michigan and California. tration does not imply endorsement approval or recommendation by the State. Registration #CH9969 Tom Weinberg to lead Canaveral Port board Cocoa Beach resident Tom Weinberg will serve as chairman of the Canaveral Port Authority Board of Commissioners for 2013. The former chief of staff for former Florida Master Sen. Mel Martinez was elected unanimously to the position during the board’s first meeting of the year. Also elected were Titusville attorney Jerry Allender as vice chairman your and Cocoa citrus grower Frank Sullivan as secretary–treasurer. Titusville attorney John Keiser Evans begins his first term on the board. Also serving will be Merritt Island auto– FUTURE dealership owner Bruce Deardoff, the immediate past chairman of the board. Earn your MBA Vendors sought for crafts, plant sale at Wickham Park with concentrations in: Brevard County Parks and Recreation will host a Spring Craft and Plant Sale at UÊAccounting new ad emailed UÊi>Ì Ê-iÀۈViÃÊ >˜>}i“i˜Ì Wickham Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 9. The fair will be held inside UʘÌiÀ˜>̈œ˜>Ê ÕȘiÃà the park, 2500 Parkway Drive in Melbourne. Wickham Park is seeking craft vendors, food UÊi>`iÀà ˆ«ÊvœÀÊ >˜>}iÀà vendors and local nurseries or novice plant propagators to participate in the event. Vendor UÊʘvœÀ“>̈œ˜Ê-iVÕÀˆÌÞÊ >˜>}i“i˜Ì spaces, 10–foot by 10–foot, are available for $21.20 each. Spaces are located in an uncov- UÊ >ÀŽï˜} ered grassy area. Tables will not be provided. 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BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 6 Call Adrienne Roth at 321-951-7777 for Advertising Information FEBRUARY 4, 2013 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse set to open world premiere of ‘Build Me Up Buttercup — The Musical’ The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse is set to present characters of the late 1960s and early 1970s to life.” The o’clock, with additional performance on Thursday, Feb. 7, the world premiere of “Build Me Up Buttercup — The audience will experience the world of the L.A. music at 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m. There Musical.” industry with original scenic design by Ian Cook and will be no Saturday evening performance on Feb. 9 Author and composer Tony Macaulay has written this choreography by Pamela Larson. because of the Mardi Gras in Cocoa Village. new musical featuring many of his top hits, as well as The cast includes Rick Roach of Rockledge as “Shel Tickets prices are $26 for general admission, $24 new music that he created for this premiere production. Feldman.” Feldman leads the cast through the storyline students, senior citizens and military personnel, and $18 Macaulay has sold more than 52 million records and of the band “Arizona” in its rise to fame. for children (12 years and younger). CDs of his songs worldwide. Twenty–four of his songs Band members include James Spiva of Merritt Island The prices include a $2 service fee. Tickets are were Top 20 hits in America, with four topping the as “Andy,” Lawrence Mazza II of Cape Canaveral as available at www.cocoavillageplayhouse.com. Reserva- charts. His sales include 15 platinum albums. “Josh,” Garrett Hinton of Melbourne as “Fish” and Chris tions can also be made by phone at 636–5050 or by Macaulay has won The Academy Award (BASCA — Walker of Cocoa as “Rehab.” visiting the box office, Tuesday–Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 The Ivor Novello Award) in his native Britain nine times The role of “Suzy Butterfield” is portrayed by Lisa p.m. — twice as “Songwriter of the Year.” Eleven awards Marie–Rhodes of Cocoa. Hayley VerValin of Viera The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse, in its 23rd celebrate a recording of his receiving a million plays on portrays “Rosie.” Stephan Snyder of Cape Canaveral season, serves more than 55,000 audience viewers each American radio. portrays the hilarious role of radio DJ “King Connelly.” year, with an active schedule including seven large Staci Hawkins–Smith, director and producer of “Build In all, a cast of 60 Playhouse performers bring this musical productions and three children’s shows. Me Up Buttercup — The Musical,” said the Cocoa Village “energetic musical comedy to life.” Along with a small paid staff, the core of the Play- Playhouse premiere “will be the beginning of what will The performance dates for “Build Me Up Buttercup” house is a cast of over 600 volunteer performers, artists, prove to be a successful musical both nationally and are Feb. 1 through Feb. 17, on Friday and Saturday technicians and ushers who give more 100,000 accredited internationally.” nights at 7:30, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2 community–service hours each year. Hawkins–Smith, executive director of the Cocoa Village Playhouse, added, “You will leave our theater knowing that you saw it first and enjoying every moment Football star Ricky Watters is speaker for Club Esteem’s ‘Beyond Breakfast’ event of the script and the music.” Club Esteem has announced its inaugural business–leaders event: “Beyond Breakfast.” The music will be performed by a live orchestra led by Ricky Watters will be the keynote speaker. He played on a Super Bowl championship team with San Francisco as J. Thomas Black Jr., who also provided the musical well as an NCAA national title team. arrangements for Macaulay. Watters starred at Notre Dame, and played for Seattle, Philadelphia and San Francisco in the NFL. The gifted Familiar songs throughout the production include the speaker “motivates both youth and adults with his powerful life story.” hits “Build Me Up Buttercup,” “Baby, Now That I’ve The breakfast is from 7:30 till 9 a.m. on March 12 at the Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place. All breakfast attendees will Found You,” “Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes),” receive an autographed, hardcover copy of Watters’ book, “For Who, For What: A Warrior’s Journey.” “Don’t Give Up On Us Baby” and “Last Night I Didn’t Get Sponsorships are available for the event ranging from $500 $10,000. All event sponsors donating $1,000 or more will To Sleep At All.” be included in a private cocktail reception with Watters the evening before the breakfast. Proceeds from the breakfast The score also premieres new songs by Macaulay, will benefit Club Esteem’s programs and services. “destined to become classics as well,” she said. Club Esteem is a 501 (c)(3) not–for–profit organization that offers free after–school programming for school–aged The show is set in the music industry in Los Angeles children from economically disadvantaged communities. Their programming includes tutoring, homework help, SAT/ of the early 1970s, when pop music was young, and rock ACT test prep, music lessons, dance, art, drama, community service, and more. still ruled the world. The gold rush, started by “The Club Esteem has been operating in the Melbourne area since 1991 and currently serves more than 130 children and Beatles,” was in full ferment and everyone wanted in. their families. Getting a hit record was hard; getting paid, even Sponsorship and ticketing information is available at www.clubesteem.com. Individual tickets may also be pur- harder. Fortunes were made, lost, and made again. chased through Event.Pingg.com/BeyondBreakfast. 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Cunningham Entrepreneurial Award presented by CIA Developers and partners; package includes rent and services The award seeks out, identifies, and rewards a By Ken Datzman local entrepreneur who best demonstrates an ability to develop and manage an early stage or startup The late businessman Gary R. Cunningham cut a company. “It can also be a business that is looking to wide path across Brevard and Volusia counties expand,” said Aaron Anderson. “We would be happy taking risks and developing commercial properties to consider them, too.” over an entrepreneurial career than spanned three He added, “In general, the Gary R. Cunningham decades. Entrepreneurial Award is a great opportunity A developer of speculative industrial real estate because it helps a young business with its overhead for lease, Cunningham viewed small–business costs. If someone is sitting on the fence and don’t operators and early stage entrepreneurs as job think they are quite ready to compete for the award, creators who fueled the economy and drove prosper- we encourage them to go ahead and apply.” ity in communities. For students at area educational institutions “The last couple of years have not been the wishing to apply, representatives have been greatest of times for businesses,” said Aaron established at Brevard Community College, the Anderson, director of leasing for Cunningham, University of Central Florida, Florida Tech, and Ingram and Anderson Inc. in West Melbourne, a Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University. firm known as CIA Developers. Past winners have included Better Than “But there are indications the market is starting Broadway Studio (2012), Sea–Watch Technologies to turn, and small businesses will be at the front of and Pot Belly Produce Co. (co–recipients in 2011), that activity.” C2D Development (2010), and Quix Products (2009). The pace of recovery in hiring and job creation The main feature of the award is $10,000 in since 2008 is stronger in newer firms — those two rental space at a CIA–managed facility. Since the years old or younger — than in more established award was created, CIA has given $50,000 in lease companies, according to “Job Creation, Worker space to the winners of the competition. Churning, and Wages at Young Businesses,” a new The award package also includes complementary report by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, information–technology services from ndtHost, an organization whose focus includes advancing financial planning from Michael Welch Jr. of Merrill entrepreneurship in America. Lynch, and advertising in “Brevard Business News,” Despite elevated worker turnover rates, the a weekly publication. percentage of hiring based on job creation is much CIA is looking for additional award partners to greater at startups than at more mature firms. Four round out the package of complementary services out of every 10 hires at young businesses are for given to the winner each year, said Aaron Anderson. newly created jobs, much higher than in older “We would love to include accounting services or companies, where the ratio fluctuates between 0.25 even legal services. We welcome accounting and and 0.33. legal firms and any other type of business that is BBN photo — Adrienne B. Roth Anderson, a University of Florida graduate, said interested in supporting a startup company in the Aaron Anderson is director of leasing for Cunningham, Ingram and Anderson Gary R. Cunningham not only was the landlord to local market.” Inc. in West Melbourne. His company presents the annual Gary R. Cunningham many small, growing businesses in Brevard and For more information on the Gary R. Entrepreneurial Award, which honors the late businessman who founded CIA Volusia counties, “but he also was a mentor to them. Cunningham Entrepreneurial Award, including how and was a mentor to upstart and early stage companies in Brevard and Volusia They seemed to lean on him for advice. He was to become a partner, contact Aaron Anderson at counties over a 30–year career. The centerpiece of the award package is instrumental in helping them down the path of 723–3400. His e–mail address is Aaron@CIA– $10,000 in rental space at a CIA–managed facility. entrepreneurship.” Developers.com. Gary R. Cunningham’s entrepreneurial spirit To download an application for the Gary R. Cunningham on Brevard County’s potential growth and prospects for lives on today in the form of an award presented by Cunningham Entrepreneurial Award, visit real–estate development. the company he founded in 1981, CIA Developers www.CIA–Developers.com/Award.cfm. Gary R. Cunningham’s first development project was Melbourne Inc., and that he retired from in 1999. A panel of business leaders will review the Business Park, a 123,000–square–foot industrial complex that was the The principals of the West Melbourne–based firm applications and select the award winner. The first of its kind on John Rodes Boulevard in Melbourne. The 100 created the award in Cunningham’s honor following finalists will make formal presentations to the percent speculative project was a joint venture with a life–insurance his passing in 2008. They are: Robert “Buz” Ander- selection committee once a date has been set. The company. son, chief executive officer and chief financial officer; Gary R. Cunningham Entrepreneurial Award His company went on to develop and build a portfolio of business Bruce Ingram, president and broker; and Gary recipient and runner–up will be announced on parks and facilities in select areas of Brevard, including West Cunningham, vice president, broker, and director of Wednesday, May 1. Melbourne. CIA Developers pioneered industrial facilities in West property management in Brevard. After starting his business in Daytona Beach, Melbourne such as Fortune Place Business Park (127,675 square feet) Now the partners are announcing the fifth Gary R. Cunningham, who in 1994 authored the and nearby Woodland Business Park (76,250 square feet). annual call for entries for the Gary R. Cunningham book “Much About A Rectangle," later relocated the Today, the company’s portfolio contains 1.5 million square feet of Entrepreneurial Award, with the application firm to Melbourne. Ingram, who at the time was an high–tech office, manufacturing, and industrial facilities. CIA has 26 deadline set for March 15. economic developer officer in the local market, sold properties in the two counties.

BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 10 Call Adrienne Roth at 321-951-7777 for Advertising Information FEBRUARY 4, 2013 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Brevard Workforce reaches out to businesses to participate in OJT program funded by National Emergency Grant to help dislocated aerospace workers getting people employed. We need more By Ken Datzman businesses to engage us and say, ‘I am willing to hire an aerospace worker’ and to ROCKLEDGE — Brevard Workforce is look at the well–qualified candidates we sitting on roughly $7 million to jump–start have for the OJT program.” re–employment for dislocated aerospace “The return on investment on OJT is workers and is reaching out to businesses significant,” said Blanchard. “As fast as in the region to participate in a program industry trends are changing, especially that is tailored to benefit both the employee around technology, one of the things we and the employer. hear from employers is the challenge they The money is part of a grant Brevard face trying to find talent that meets the Workforce was awarded by the federal specific requirements of the job.” government for on–the–job training Blanchard said there is a “great talent opportunities for unemployed aerospace pool in our work force. Employers do not workers. need to spend dollars, resources, and time Lisa Rice, president of Brevard looking for talent throughout the nation to Workforce, says her agency is seeking more fill a local position. And with the OJT private–sector businesses to take part in program, we help augment the cost of the the earn–and–learn program as the training.” deadline nears. Employers participating in the OJT “It’s like a present that is sitting there projects receive partial reimbursement to waiting for a business to unwrap, and they offset the cost of training workers. “The are walking right past the gift,” she said. program pays for up to 50 percent of the “In my opinion,” added Judy Blanchard, salary during that training time,” said director of industry relations at Brevard Rice. Workforce, “and I think most of my The program participant is placed in a colleagues agree with me, the OJT job, trained in–house at the business, in a initiative is probably the best program we skilled or semiskilled occupation, and then have to offer the business community.” typically hired permanently. She says it’s a “win for the job–seeker Over the past two years, Blanchard said because the individual is being placed in a the program has been successful pairing permanent position while learning a new workers with a range of employers in the skill set. It’s a win for the employer because region. the employer is able to invest the time to “We have put 244 former aerospace get that individual up to speed, and that workers into OJT opportunities under the BBN photo — Adrienne B. Roth has value for the organization as a whole.” National Emergency Grant. That number Judy Blanchard is director of industry relations for Brevard Workforce. Her agency is looking to In June 2010, the U.S. Department of includes 100 different employers. It’s a very involve more private–sector businesses in the Department of Labor’s On–the–Job–Training program Labor provided Brevard Workforce with a detailed training plan with checks and for dislocated aerospace workers, a grant that Brevard Workforce currently holds through June of this $15 million two–installment National balances in place.” year. The program is open to all types and sizes of businesses. Employers receive partial reimburse- Emergency Grant to assist aerospace Area businesses that have taken part in ment to offset the cost of training workers. workers affected by the close of the space– the program training and hiring workers shuttle program. The initial contract, as include AAR Airlift, Avatar, ASRC work to find the best candidate for the work forces and slicing expenses to better part of the DOL’s best–practices program, Aerospace, Craig Technologies, DynCorp employer.” deal with the economic downturn. covered 24 months. International, Luke and Associates, Matrix Rice cited DOL studies that show these “We are making progress getting people Brevard Workforce then asked DOL for Composites, Professional Aircraft Associ- types of training programs are effective. back on payrolls,” said Rice. “We have re– an extension, which it was granted through ates, IAP World Services, Florida Power “People who are engaged in OJT are 50 employed 4,060 aerospace workers (as of June 13 of this year. Rice said she plans to and Light, Harris Corp., Restoration percent more likely to be employed one mid–November 2012). That’s a big number, ask for a further extension of the perfor- Medicine, Siemens, and Teledyne. year later than those who didn’t engage is and it is growing. We usually report our mance period of the grant, but there is no “This is not about moving people who such a program.” numbers a month or so after the quarter guarantee it will be given. were making $60,000 to $80,000 a year For more details about the OJT ends. Around mid–February, we’ll have “If DOL doesn’t give us an extension of into $10–an–hour jobs,” said Blanchard. opportunity, call Blanchard at 394–0567. updated numbers to report.” this grant, this money will go away. So it “Some of these positions pay $37, $30 and Her e–mail address is Brevard County had roughly 8,000 makes sense for interested businesses to $24 an hour, for example.” [email protected]. “dislocated aerospace workers when the step up now and tell us about the positions The OJT contracts are open to all types The OJT initiative is part of the broader layoffs from the space program came, they have open, or the openings they expect of businesses in the region, said Rice. The Brevard Workforce’s Aerospace Workforce which was in the middle of a recession that to have between now and June 13,” said company must have at least three employ- Transition Program, which rolled out saw one of the largest increases in unem- Rice. ees. “And they have to have a location. It several years ago at a time when busi- ployment in the U.S. in decades,” said She added, “One of our challenges is can’t be a home–based business. We will nesses across America were shrinking their Blanchard. “We’re coming back up.”

FEBRUARY 4, 2013 Visit BrevardBusinessNews.com for Advertising Information BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 11 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS McIntyre honored with Cocoa Beach Chamber’s Distinguished Service Award at 45th Installation Banquet MERRITT ISLAND — Larry McIntyre of Clear office to the new chairman, officers and board of directors. Russell, Ron Jon Surf Shop of Florida Inc.; Ron Nesbitt, Channel Outdoor received the Cocoa Beach Regional Cindy Dropeski, of Intracoastal Insurance Inc., is the Ronald Nesbitt Attorney at Law; Dawn Faust, Space Coast Chamber of Commerce’s highest honor, the Distinguished Chamber’s 2013 chairwoman of the board. Cancer Foundation; Susan Averill, Seacoast National Service Award, at the organization’s 45th annual Installa- The 2013 officers and directors inducted included Bank; Dennis Watkins, Select Insurance Group; Beth tion Banquet Jan.18 at the Crowne Plaza Melbourne immediate 2012 chairman, Tom Vani, S&S Enterprises Courtney, Shouppe & Courtney Team of VALIC Financial Oceanfront Hotel. Inc.; 2014 chairman–elect, Roy Wright, Health First Inc.; Advisors; Jackie Barker, Sky Advertising Inc.; Jim Kuzma, More than 200 Chamber partners and their guests Moses Harvin II, American Services Technology Inc.; Space Florida; Tommy Alston, Tommy Alston/Alston attended the gala. The gala theme was focused around the Dr. O.K. Armstrong III, Armstrong Chiropractic Family Properties (Lifetime Member); Al Trafford,Trafford Realty Chamber’s 45th Anniversary. Center; Robyn Killary–Greene, Blue Sky Insurance Co. (Lifetime Member); Leonard Spielvogel (Lifetime McIntyre has been a part of the community and Clear Agency of Brevard Inc.; Anna Palermo, Bright House Member); Kristi Worley, Waste Pro USA; Jeanna Channel Outdoor for 30 years. Networks LLC; Rosalind Postell–Harvey, Canaveral Port Merrifield, Wild Ocean Seafood Market; Tim Cerullo, His involvement with professional associations include Authority; Brenda Fettrow, YMCA; Dave W. Spain, Wuesthoff Health System Inc. and Ralph Golson, Zeeke & the Brevard County Civilian Military Council, Cocoa Comfort Inn & Suites Resort; Nancy Brower, Community Associates Inc. Village Playhouse, Community Foundation for Brevard, Bank of the South; Tom Williamson, Courtyard by The major sponsors of the event were AT&T and Florida’s Space Coast Office of Tourism, Cocoa Beach Marriott; Dean Rosenquist, Craig Technologies; Lynda Florida Power & Light Co. The additional sponsors Regional Chamber of Commerce (1995 board chairman), Weatherman, Economic Development Commission of included Canaveral Port Authority, Clean Footprint, Craig and chairman of Junior Achievement of the Space Coast, Florida’s Space Coast; and Sheri Kocher, Florida Power & Technologies, Community Bank of the South, “Florida in 2011. He was also a founding member of the Brevard Light Co. Today,” Health First Inc., Intercoastal Insurance Inc., Library Foundation. The list continues: Keith Ried, K.E.R. Bookkeepers; Porter World Trade Inc., PNC Bank, The Cocoa Beach “His efforts truly have had a positive impact on our Diana Flett, Melbourne International Airport; Tiffany Area Hotel and Lodging Association, Waste Management economy, our businesses and our quality of life in Brevard Johnstonm, Progressive Document Destruction; David Inc. and Wuesthoff Health System Inc. 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BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 18 Call Adrienne Roth at 321-951-7777 for Advertising Information FEBRUARY 4, 2013 BBN BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS Space Coast Credit Union Continued from page 1 in 2012 as a result of our competitive rates, as well as our tions, which means they do not have to pay taxes on their “Space Coast Credit Union provides great value expansion to five commercial–lending specialists,” said income. through lower fees on business–checking accounts,” said Vostrejs, who grew up in Volusia County and is a business “As an institution, it allows us to give back to the Vostrejs. and finance graduate of the University of South Florida. members by offering lower interest rates on their loans, “We offer four different types of checking accounts for Credit unions continue to see a surge in refinancing as and higher rates on their depository relationships that are businesses — two are interest–bearing and two are not. their business customers take advantage of the attractive interest–bearing,” said Vostrejs, whose cooperative has We restructured those accounts to better fit the needs of interest–rate environment that has held steady for years, more than $3 billion in assets, making it one of the largest businesses in the region.” thanks to the Federal Reserve’s love–and–hate strategy to credit unions in Florida. For example, “many small businesses today still write a stimulate the economy and spending by keeping long–term “Another advantage in lending as it pertains to a real– lot of checks. They may not have full online mobile– borrowing costs in check. estate secured collateral loan, whether it’s a commercial or imaging and online–banking capability through an ACH The first wave of mortgage refinancing around the residential loan, is that we do not have to charge the (automated clearing house). So we cater our four types of nation began in the first half of 2009, and has driven member intangible tax in the state of Florida (if the credit accounts, one of which is free of charge, to businesses of lending volume for many financial institutions since. union does the loan in its own name). It saves the cus- various sizes.” “Right now, what we’re seeing is a lot of refinancing as tomer on closing costs (generally $200 on a $100,000 loan). In addition to enhancing its business–depository businesses take advantage of the lower rates available,” That’s tied to real estate only.” accounts and business–payroll services, Space Coast said Vostrejs. The December survey by the National Association of Credit Union is rolling out a service called remote–deposit “The WSJ prime rate, as an index, has maintained a Federal Credit Unions finds mixed expectations in 2013 for capture for existing and new business members, offering 3.25 percentage for several years now. It has been un- its industry. The NAFCU’s “Economic & CU Monitor” greater convenience, said Vostrejs. changed based on the federal government’s monetary survey findings show that 27.5 percent of respondents “Business members who do not have a branch location polices that are in place.” expect to see improvement in their net income this year, close to them, or simply wish to save time and effort, will The most common reference for the nation’s prime rate while 17.6 percent see it being reduced. be able to make deposits from their place of business.” is published daily in “The Wall Street Journal.” But in a related finding, nearly one in four respondents To remain competitive, financial institutions continu- At the recent Federal Open Market Committee expect loan growth to improve in 2013. The demand, it ally look for ways to cut costs, attract new customers and meeting, the members decided to keep the target range for says, will be highest for new and used vehicles, credit boost revenues. the federal funds rate at 0 to ¼ percent and currently cards, and member business loans. “Remote–deposit capture” technology helps to stream- anticipate that this exceptionally low range for the federal Vostrejs said Space Coast Credit Union has “long been line and improve the efficiency of one area of credit–union funds rate (the rate banks charge each other for overnight known for automotive lending. We see that demand operations: processing check deposits. loans) “will be appropriate at least as long as the unem- continuing in 2013.” “It makes it very effective, especially for small busi- ployment rate remains above 6.5 percent.” An increase in new– and used–vehicle sales nationally nesses and their staff,” he said. “We see RDC as a product In general, the Federal Reserve uses the federal funds coupled with members’ choice to finance with their credit that is necessary to serve existing customers and attract rate to control how much banks lend. unions helped sustain auto–lending momentum across the new ones.” Vostrejs says a lot of businesses have “higher rates on country in the second half of 2012. RDC allows Space Coast Credit Union business loans than what the market is bearing today, so they are Auto lending is a key loan product for many credit customers to “deposit” checks electronically at remote looking to refinance and secure a lower rate in order to unions, particularly the small institutions that rely on locations, typically in their offices. The paper checks are decrease their debt burden or their outflow from a cash– consumer loans. New auto loans at credit unions increased digitally scanned, and the image of the check is electroni- flow perspective.” 5.8 percent annually as of the end of the third quarter, cally transmitted to the credit union. On an upbeat note, the Associated Builders and reports Callahan & Associates. Auto loans for the pre– Most RDC customers are merchants who want to Contractors’ “Construction Backlog Indicator”– a forward– owned market also were strong at credit unions. reduce the costs of transporting paper checks to their credit looking national economic indicator that reflects the TransUnion forecasts that auto–debt per borrower will union and gain faster access to their funds. amount of work that will be performed by commercial and continue its uptrend in 2103, jumping from an expected “If you look at our footprint in multiple counties industrial contractors in the months ahead — has been $13,689 in the fourth quarter of last year to $14,133 at the throughout Florida, and I view us as a community rising month after month. end of 2013, a sign that auto financing will continue to organization, we have a lot of members who live outside The CBI is signaling that commercial construction grow as new and used–car sales increase. the realm of five to 10 miles of a local branch,” said spending will likely accelerate this year. Though the national auto–loan delinquency rate is Vostrejs, whose credit union has a network of branches “We have just completed two commercial construction expected to rise slightly from 0.36 percent at the end of from Daytona Beach to Miami. loans,” said Vostrejs. 2012 to 0.37 percent in the fourth quarter of this year, the “This is one mechanism of trying to make it more “I think as we move into 2013, we are going to continue level has dropped more than 50 percent since reaching its advantageous to expand that business relationship. The to see lending growth. From a credit–union perspective, we peak in the fourth quarter of 2008 at 0.86 percent, RDC service became effective Jan. 2 for Space Coast Credit have availability on commercial real–estate loans, whether according to TransUnion, a consumer credit–rating agency. Union business members. We set up the software and it’s for owner–occupied real estate or investment real What this means is that more consumers nationwide computer for them and provide RDC training.” estate.” are embracing credit unions. Membership growth in 2012 Funds from a paper check are typically available within Over the past four years, construction lending for increased four times that of the previous year’s rate, with five business days. However, with RDC, funds from checks commercial projects has been almost nonexistent in the 2.6 million new members over the past 12 months, remotely deposited on Monday often are available on region. “But I think things will pick up as the economy according to Callahan & Associates. Tuesday — a significant financial advantage to all improves.” Membership in Space Coast Credit Union is open to businesses, particularly small firms. Based on the growth of the industry late last year, anyone who works or lives in the markets its serves. “You “With RDC,” said Vostrejs, “our customers have full Callahan & Associates is forecasting a record year in do not have to be a current member to become a business availability of their funds within 24 hours. It’s a nice general for credit–union lending activity in 2013. It says member of the credit union,” he said. benefit back to the business depositor. We’re all about the cooperative model is filling a void in the marketplace In addition, credit–union members have opened over 3 service and understanding the needs of businessowners. serving businesses. million new checking accounts in the same period, more The more a business relationship grows with us, the Credit unions are structured as not–for–profit organiza- than double the rate posted the previous year. greater the value to the business member.” FEBRUARY 4, 2013 Visit BrevardBusinessNews.com for Advertising Information BREVARD BUSINESS NEWS / 19