May 2016 - Manatee Chamber of Commerce

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Your Manatee Chamber…
Where Small Business Is
Big Business
Caring for women’s
special needs …
at every stage of life.
Whether it’s gynecology and urology;
advanced 3-D mammography or obstetrics,
labor and delivery, the Women & Children’s
Center at Lakewood Ranch provides the care
women need for a lifetime of good health.
For detailed information about childbirth
and parenting classes offered at the
Women & Children’s Center, visit
www.lakewoodranchmedicalcenter.com.
Separate from the main hospital and with
convenient parking, the center offers large,
private LDRP suites (labor, delivery, recovery,
postpartum); operating rooms; medical/
surgical beds, and exam/triage rooms.
At the Breast Health Center, 3-D
mammograms allow physicians to examine
breast tissue one layer at a time, increasing
their ability to detect very small cancers
during the first screening.
8330 Lakewood Ranch Boulevard
Bradenton, FL 34202
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Chairman.................................................................................................................................Trudy Moon, Air & Energy
Immediate Past Chairman .............................................................................. Jonathan Fleece, Blalock Walters, P.A.
Chairman-Elect........................................................................................... Kevin DiLallo, Manatee Memorial Hospital
Treasurer............................................................................... Phill Baker, Boyd Insurance & Investment Services, Inc.
Vice Chairman, Community Development & Communications...............Ernie Withers, Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota
Vice Chairman, Membership Development & Services............................................ Bill Poulton, Tropicana Products
Vice Chairman, Public Policy & Small Business................................................. Darcie Duncan, Duncan Real Estate
Chairman, Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation.......................Michael Moschella, Hancock Bank
President....................................................................................Robert Bartz, IOM, Manatee Chamber of Commerce
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MANATEE CHAMBER
OF COMMERCE
BRADENTON OFFICE
222 10th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
Phone: 941-748-3411
Fax: 941-745-1877
LAKEWOOD RANCH OFFICE
AT THE MCCLURE CENTER
4215 Concept Court
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Phone: 941-748-3411
Fax: 941-745-1877
Info@ManateeChamber.com
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Lisa Arrigo-Hoban, L.A. Events, Inc.
Ben Bakker, HJB Properties
Jackie Barron, The Mosaic Company
Jason Bartz, NDC Construction Company
Vanessa Baugh, Manatee County Gov't (Ex Officio)
Kevin Baylor, Suncoast Business Technologies
Richard Bedford, Schroeder-Manatee Ranch Inc.
Jennifer Bencie, Florida Department of Health - Manatee
Rick Bisio, The Educated Franchisee
Bruce Body, Raymond James & Associates, Inc.
Shirley Bryant, City of Palmetto (Ex Officio)
Carlos Buqueras, Port Manatee (Ex Officio)
Christy Cardillo, Shinn & Company, LLC
Karen Carpenter, School Board of Manatee
County (Ex Officio)
Brian Carter, Mauldin & Jenkins CPA, LLC
William Colgate, MCR Health Services, Inc.
Ron Getman, Getman Cruise & Travel
Diana Greene, School Board of Manatee
County (Ex Officio)
Sherod Halliburton, Manatee Community
Federal Credit Union
Sharon Hillstrom, Bradenton Area Economic
Development Corporation
Ed Hunzeker, Manatee County Government (Ex Officio)
John Laurie, BB&T Insurance Services
Michael Maddaloni, Bealls, Inc.
Michael Mears, State College of Florida (Ex Officio)
Michael Milliron, IMG Academy
Stewart Moon, Jr., Air & Energy
Sean Murphy, Beach Bistro
John Nash, 1st Manatee Bank
Donal O’Shea, New College of Florida (Ex Officio)
Frederick Piccolo, Sarasota Bradenton International
Airport (Ex Officio)
Wayne Poston, City of Bradenton (Ex Officio)
Tara Poulton, Southwest Florida Water Management
District (Ex Officio)
William Robinson, Blalock Walters, P.A.
Sandra Stone, University of South Florida Sarasota
Manatee (Ex Officio)
Bob Turner, Bradenton Herald
Kerry Ward, Bank of the Ozarks
MANATEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFF
MISSION:
To build a positive business
environment while enhancing
the community’s quality of life.
The Manatee Chamber of
Commerce’s Current magazine is
published monthly and distributed
to more than 3,000 business
and community leaders. It is an
advertising medium available only
to Chamber members.
Jahna Allen, Vice President, Community Development.......................... JahnaA@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 172
Robert Bartz, IOM, President........................................................................ BobB@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 112
Kim Dalglish, Vice President, Membership Development & Services....... KimD@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 121
Jacki Dezelski, IOM, Executive Vice President.......................................... JackiD@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 131
Tim Fenimore, Membership Development Representative..........................TimF@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 241
Michael Gallen, Esq., Vice President, Public Policy & Small Business.....MichaelG@ManateeChamber.com, ext 124
Allison Heitner, Communications Director...............................................AllisonH@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 116
Kimberly Hinkle, Visitor Information Specialist....................................KimberlyH@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 200
Alan Kelly, Membership Development Representative.............................. AlanK@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 333
Kimberly Kramer, Program & Events Coordinator....................................... KimK@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 139
Carey Miller, Office Administrator...............................................................CareyM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 113
Janet Murphy, Membership Development Representative...................... JanetM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 275
Reba Parrish, Visitor Information Specialist............................................... RebaP@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 100
Dawn Plavak, Better Business Council Manager.......................................DawnP@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 114
Diane Pluchino, Visitor Information Specialist..........................................DianeP@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 200
Lisa Reeder, Executive Assistant, Public Policy & Small Business............. LisaR@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 123
Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance........................................................ CherylR@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 115
Leigh Weger, Executive Assistant, Membership Development................LeighW@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 122
BRADENTON AREA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION STAFF
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CONTACT:
Allison Heitner at
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AllisonH@ManateeChamber.com
Current magazine is proudly published
by CG&B Publishing, LLC of Bradenton.
(cgb@cablishgentile.com)
Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation.......................................................................... 941-803-9030
Sharon Hillstrom, President & CEO..................................................................... SharonH@ThinkBradentonArea.com
Jennifer Brand, Administrative Coordinator...................................................... JenniferB@ThinkBradentonArea.com
Mary Chilton, Project Manager................................................................................ MaryC@ThinkBradentonArea.com
Lauren Kratsch, Director of Project Management..............................................LaurenK@ThinkBradentonArea.com
Jeannie Shields, Office Administrator.................................................................JeannieS@ThinkBradentonArea.com
Cindy Unzicker, Investor Relations & Development Manager/Event Manager....... CindyU@ThinkBradentonArea.com
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ABOUT OUR
MAY COVER
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Reserve Now for May 26 Event
Protect Your Business
Where Small Business Is
Big Business
Champions of Healthcare
VIP Event - CyberSecurity
Your Manatee Chamber...
Small Business is BIG Business at
the Manatee Chamber!
Take advantage of valuable small
business resources available to
help grow your business.
Learn more in our feature article
on page 18.
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Project T.E.A.C.H.
Spend an Hour with 4th Graders
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Blues by the Bay
Cool Music • Hot Networking
FEATURES
Platinum Member Spotlight
MCR Health Services
& AllCare Options, LLC
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Health Links Florida
Focusing on the Health and 24 Leadership Manatee
Wellness of Employees
Application Deadline
May 27
VIP Event Highlights
Presidential Politics
27 37th Annual Small Business
Nominations Deadline
Chamber Seminars
May 16
• Social Media Safety for Teens & Their Parents
27 Member Testimonial
• Plan Ahead for New Anderson & Associates
Overtime Regulations
29 Farewell... and Welcome
New Faces at the
Chamber
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Exposure for Your Business
IN EVERY ISSUE
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Ship-Shape Showcase
17 Chamber Member
9 BBC - Better Business Council
Discounts
10 Power Connection Events
Does Your Business
Offer a Member Discount?
14 MYP Events & Highlights
NETWORKING AT A GLANCE
16 Bagels & Benefits
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Ribbon Cutting Photos
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New & Renewing Members
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Business After Hours
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Coffee Club
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Tech TIPS
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Member News
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Shop, Dine, Think Local
A LOOK AHEAD
TO JUNE
CHAMPIONS
OF
HEALTHCARE
AWARDS
34 Calendar of Events
Business After Hours
May 10 • 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Keiser University Center for Culinary Arts
MYP Networking Social
May 12 • 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Buffalo Wild Wings
May Current 2016
Coffee Club
May 19 • 7:45 - 9:00 AM
YMCA Lakewood Ranch
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Reserve Your Seat Today
97 Nominations Received for the May 26
Champions of Healthcare Awards
Awards Breakfast: Thursday, May 26 ~ 7:30-9:30 AM
Fete Ballroom at the Polo Grill, Lakewood Ranch
We received 97 outstanding nominations of deserving individuals, businesses, programs and organizations
for the 4th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards. Now, help us celebrate all that these individuals,
businesses and organizations contribute to our community at the Champions of Healthcare Awards Breakfast on Thursday, May 26.
These Champions have made an extraordinary impact in the Manatee County healthcare community and their acts reflect dedication to
excellence in their area of expertise beyond the scope of their profession.
Last year's awards event was attended by more than 300 business, healthcare and community leaders, which offered a fantastic
networking opportunity. You may secure a table sponsorship or individual seats.
Make Your Reservations at ManateeChamber.com/HealthcareAwards or 941-748-4842, ext. 139.
Congratulations to Our 2016 Nominees:
Alignment Healthcare
Reyna Bragg, DOM, Living Well
Acupuncture PA
Burn Care Services, Blake Medical Center
Center for Sight
Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP),
Manatee Healthcare Alliance, Inc
Richard Conard, MD, Remote Area
Medical
Luz Corcuera, UnidosNow
Lori Dengler, MBA, MSN, ARNP, FNP-C
Suzanne Dickie, PhD, League of Women
Voters Manatee County
Andrew Faber, MD, Lakewood Ranch
Medical Center and Team Health
Christina Fleck, Blake Medical Center
Senator Bill Galvano, Florida Senate
Joe Ganey, MD, Bradenton Internal
Medicine
Tom Ganey, MD, Bradenton Internal
Medicine
Jim Ganey, MD, Bradenton Internal
Medicine
Glen Gibellina, Remote Area Medical
Goodwill Industries Manasota
Lynne Grief, PhD, RN, CEN, TCRN,
Blake Medical Center
HealthLinks Florida, Florida Department of
Health in Manatee County
Kathy Hood, RN, Blake Medical Center
Loren Hutchinson, Manatee Technical
College East Campus
Sandy Kirkpatrick
Dominique Kohlenberger, PT
Erin Laird, Florida Department of Health in
Manatee County
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine LECOM
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
Eryn LaLonde, Braden River High School
Annette Larkin, Happy Cubs Child Care
Center
Gary Laubacker, DO, MaxHealth
Manjesh Lingamurthy, MD, Cancer Center
of Sarasota and Manatee
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James E. Little, DDS, Turning Points
Joshua Mali, MD, The Eye Associates
Manatee Choice Health Plan,
Manatee County Government
Peter J. Mattina, MD, Dermatology
Hailey Maurer & Sarah Yadven,
Louise Johnson Middle School of
International Studies
MCR Health Services
MCSAC dba Drug Free Manatee
Ann G. Neff, MD, Dermatology Associates /
Reflections MedSpa
Parth Patel, Southeast High School
Pathogen Reduction and Mononuclear
Cellular Therapy, SunCoast Blood Bank
Joseph Pecoraro, MD, Hearts Afire
Charles T. Polis, MD
Walter "Mickey" Presha, MCR Health
Services
Qure4U
Remote Area Medical (R.A.M.)
Meredith Roberts, Manatee High School
Samaritan Counseling Services
of the Gulf Coast
Kersten Schroeder, PhD, LECOM
Bradenton
Judy Sedgeman, Three Principles Living
Jan Spates, RN, Almost Family
Steven Tinsworth, DMD, Tinsworth
Orthodontics
Sue Troxler, RN, BSN, MPH, School
District of Manatee County - PSC
Brenda Ware, CDA, MA, Manatee
Technical College East Campus
Westminster Manor Bradenton
Corista Williams, MBA, RD, LD, Lakewood
Ranch Medical Center
Cynthia Wonnacott, Blake Medical Center
Maureen Yahn, Suncoast Behavioral
Health Center
Flor Zamora, Healthy Teens Coalition
Jessica Zelitt, Lakewood Ranch High
School
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SPOTLIGHT
Caring for the Community!
Serving the community since 1978, MCR Health
Services remains dedicated to improving the lives
of the people in the communities in which we serve,
regardless of their ability to pay.
Having earned and maintained the healthcare
industry’s hallmark of excellence – The Joint
Commission’s Gold Seal Accreditation, for over
18 consecutive years, patients can depend on our
unwavering devotion to our vision and unyielding
commitment to our goal of providing an exceptional
patient care experience.
Our Mission
To provide all patients including the underserved and uninsured
access to quality primary care and preventive health education
regardless of race, sex, disability or economic status.
MCR Health Services is a private, not-for-profit medical group
comprised of more than 180 medical providers, over 600 employees
and 100 independent contractors. With more than 25 healthcare
centers, 2 mobile units, 9 pharmacies and 6 administrative sites
spread over three separate counties, MCR Health Services is the
largest and most diversified, Federally Qualified Health Center
(FQHC) in the southeastern United States. We are proud to say we
deliver about 69% of all the babies born in Manatee County. In 2015,
MCR Health Services provided care for 109,700 patients which is a
16.5% increase over the last 2 years. This resulted in close to half a
million office visits and gave close to 23 million dollars in
unreimbursed services.
Our Services Include:
Family Practice
Pediatrics
OB/GYN
Behavioral Health
Cardiology
Chiropractic
Dentistry
Dermatology
Diabetic Education Classes
Gastroenterology
General/Vascular Surgery
Infectious Disease
Internal Medicine
Optometry
Orthopedics
Pharmacy
Podiatry
Pulmonology
West Manatee Healthcare Center
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SPOTLIGHT ON BBC
AIR CONDITIONING
It’s spring in Florida. That means running your A/C full-time. Are you prepared?
With summer approaching, having an indoor comfort system in tip-top shape is important
to our overall comfort. While many of us don’t think about our A/C unit until it gives us
trouble, now is not the time to ignore your system. It needs regular maintenance, just
like your car, and hiring a contractor you can trust will pay great dividends in the long run.
According to ACCA, The Indoor Environment & Energy Efficiency Association, there
are too many people out there who call themselves “contractors” but who aren’t true
professionals. We encourage you to know the right questions to ask so that you choose
the right HVAC contractor.
Please visit the ACCA’s web-site at acca.org/homes for helpful answers to these questions
to ask yourself before hiring a contractor:
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What's a Good Contractor Worth?
What are the Right Questions to Ask?
What to Expect from a Professional?
Step by Step: How to Find the Right Contractor.
When Should You Think About Your HVAC?
Why Bigger Isn't Better: All about Manual J.
What "Quality" Really Means.
Why NATE Matters.
The following are trusted Better Business Council (BBC) HVAC professionals,
vetted and approved by the BBC Committee. All BBC members have pledged to
adhere to higher ethical business standards and practices.
Accurate Heating & Cooling, Inc.
Air & Energy
Americool Air Services, Inc.
Custom Climate Concepts, Inc.
Ernie Adams Cooling & Heating
dba Adams Cooling & Heating
Gator Air Conditioning & Plumbing
Hughes Heating & Cooling
Kaiser Brothers Heating &
Air Conditioning, Inc.
941-727-2410
941-778-0773
941-747-2665
941-955-2665
941-322-8999
941-749-6000
941-746-1085
941-749-5672
LaPensee Plumbing, Pools & Air
LPAC Services, Inc.
Manatee Air Heating & Cooling
Modern Air & Refrigeration
Ocean-Aire Conditioning, Inc.
Primary Air Heating & Cooling, Inc.
Tradition Central Air
Tri County Air Conditioning
& Heating
Unique Air Inc.
941-778-5622
941-755-7122
941-758-2323
941-727-0330
941-746-4191
941-746-7852
941-896-4844
941-485-2222
941-377-0153
The Better Business Council (BBC)
is a program of the Manatee
Chamber of Commerce dedicated
to strengthening public confidence
in Manatee County area businesses
through the promotion of high
standards of business ethics.
Consumers do business with those they
can trust. Membership with the BBC gives
your business credibility in the consumer
eye and identifies your business as one
which adheres to higher ethical business
standards and practices.
In Print
The “Guide to Better Business” Directory
Online • Events • Social Media
Jiffy Lube
1 St. Bradenton Location
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Fyzical Health
University Pkwy Location
Top BBC Referral Categories in MARCH:
Electricians
Home Repair/Handyman
Air Conditioning & Lawn Care
The BBC receives hundreds of requests
for business referrals with priority
given to BBC members.
Endorsing and agreeing to uphold the
BBC’s Code of Ethics sets
your business apart from others.
Dawn Plavak, BBC Manager
Phone: 941-748-1325 • Fax: 941-745-1877
DawnP@ManateeChamber.com
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Make Powerful
Connections
Power Connection events are great opportunities to network and connect in a setting
that allows for one-on-one, B2B interaction. Attendees are invited to give a brief
commercial on their business, products, and services.
July 14
7:30 – 9:00 AM
Theresa’s Restaurant
608 14th St. W.
Bradenton
34205
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May 4
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Gulf Drive Cafe
900 Gulf Dr. N.
Bradenton Beach
34217
May 18
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
World of Beer - Cortez
497 Cortez Rd. W.
Bradenton
34207
June 1
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
enRich a Bistro
5629 Manatee Ave. W.
Bradenton
34209
Chamber Member Cost to Attend Is $15
RSVP to Kimberly Kramer at KimK@ManateeChamber.com or
Register online at ManateeChamber.com/Events.
Power Connection Breakfast and Power Connection Lunch are
Members-only networking events.
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VIP EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Dan Miller Talks Politics
Gold Members
Our friend Dan Miller, former Representative for Florida’s 13th Congressional District
and also former Chairman of the Board for the Chamber, gave us insight on the 2016
Presidential Election at a recent VIP luncheon at the Renaissance on 9th. Dan provided a
lively discussion, full of statistics and laughs, as to why he feels this will be one of the most
contentious presidential campaigns in history. He also revealed who he feels will ultimately
win the White House.
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CHAMBER
SEMINARS
SPONSORED BY
Social Media • Safety for Teens & Their Parents
by Kevin McNulty of NetWeave Social Networking
May 11 • 3:00 - 4:30 PM
FREE - No cost to attend
ATTENTION: PARENTS - GRANDPARENTS - AUNTS - UNCLES!
Early Out Day for Middle School (Don't Miss This!)
Manatee Chamber Lakewood Ranch Office at the McClure Center
4215 Concept Court, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Do you have teens on social media with phones or computers that are Internetcapable? Being a parent has never been tougher than in this connected age.
Kevin McNulty
Bring your teen / pre-teen and learn:
• What platforms are popular with kids & what are their vulnerabilities
• Safe image sharing online
• Location sharing and what it tells the world
• How to check and set appropriate security privacy levels on apps
• Cyberbullying
• Online predators are watching
This information will help your child’s future college and career plans so they won’t be affected by what they post on social media today.
Children age 10 and up are invited to participate. There is no cost for this educational presentation, but seating is limited, call today!
This second presentation has been added to accommodate middle school and home-school children (this is an earlier release day).
Reservations required to Lisa at 941-748-4842, ext. 123, LisaR@ManateeChamber.com or ManateeChamber.com/events.
How Can I Plan Ahead for the
New Overtime Regulations?
Mandated by the Department of Labor
By Anne Chapman & Marisa Powers, Blalock Walters, P.A.
Anne Chapman
June 1 • 9:00 - 11:00 AM
$28 for Manatee Chamber & MYP Members,
$25 for Non-Profit Members
Marisa Powers
Manatee Chamber Bradenton Office • 222 10th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205
The proposed changes to overtime compensation will take effect soon which leaves you little time to implement changes to absorb the
increase cost of providing overtime and reorganize your business structure.
Learn more from these two prominent attorneys about the proposed regulations which are expected to significantly increase the number
of employees eligible for overtime compensation by reducing the number of “exempt” employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act
(FLSA).
You can’t afford to miss this presentation ~ Learn how this will effect your business, your employees,
your customers and the local economy
Reservations required to Lisa at 941-748-4842, ext. 123, LisaR@ManateeChamber.com or ManateeChamber.com/events.
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VIP EVENTs
CyberSecurity
with Sri Sridharan
Florida Center for CyberSecurity (FC²)
Thursday, May 19 • 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM
Holiday Inn SRQ, 8009 15th Street East, Sarasota
ANYONE, ANYWHERE, AT ANY TIME, CAN BE A TARGET
We invite you to this special educational luncheon event to learn how to protect yourself and your business against a cyber attack
with our speaker Sri Sridharan, Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer for the Florida Center for CyberSecurity. Many large
businesses have been compromised. Target, Home Depot, banks... don't let this happen to your business!
We are excited to be able to bring you this dynamic presentation so don’t forget your questions!
Did you know:
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Cyber security incidents have surged 38% since 2014
It cost businesses $400 billion to $1 trillion a year
Attackers often have more than 200 days before being discovered
Businesses rely heavily on cloud-based and big-data services, and government officials face more web-based attacks related
to terrorism, espionage or other areas of national security
Sri Sridharan serves as the Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer for the Florida Center for Cybersecurity. Sri currently
manages and directs the entire cybersecurity initiative at the center, developing projects and establishing relationships between industry
experts and educational leaders. His leadership role includes developing professional relationships between Tampa Bay area industry
leaders and leading highly qualified faculty to create a collaborative effort in the cybersecurity industry.
The cost is $28 Manatee Chamber and MYP Members; $38 Potential Members
(includes lunch).
Reservations required to Lisa 941-748-4842, ext. 123 or ManateeChamber.com/events
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MYP Joint Networking
Social Motorworks Brewing
Thursday, May 12 • 5:00 – 7:00 PM
MYP Networking Social
Buffalo Wild Wings
4120 14th St. W., Bradenton, FL 34205
Join other local young professionals for casual business networking,
complimentary appetizers, and a cash bar. This event is free
for paid MYP members and $5 for guests. Don’t forget to bring a friend!
Next MYP Networking Social Date:
June 9 – McKechnie Field
Tuesday, May 17 • 7:30 - 9:30 PM
MYP Sunset Cruise
Riverside Tours, Inc.
1005 Riverside Dr., Palmetto, FL 34221
Enjoy a relaxing evening with fellow members of MYP on the beautiful Manatee
River, as we cruise out to watch the sunset over the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico.
Cost is $25 for MYP members, $30 for all guests.
RSVP is required: Call Kimberly at 941-748-4842, ext. 139
Wednesday, May 25 • 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
MYPower Networking Lunch
MacAllister’s Grill & Tavern
8110 Lakewood Ranch Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, 34202
MYPower Luncheons give young professionals the opportunity to
promote your business products and services and
help MYP members find new customers for you!
Cost: $15 for paid MYP members, $20 for all guests
RSVP is required: Call Kimberly at 941-748-4842, ext. 139
Next MYPower Lunch Date:
June 29 – Beach Bistro
Be On the Lookout for More Networking Opportunities
MYPOnline.com
MYP Community Service Project
Shuffleboard Clean Up with Realize Bradenton
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THANK YOU MYP
LEADERSHIP SPONSOR:
THANK YOU MYP
WORKFORCE PARTNER:
THANK YOU FRIENDS OF MYP SPONSORS:
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Sandler provides training solutions and consulting for small- to medium-sized businesses
as well as corporate training for Fortune 1000 companies. We work with you to identify
the training solution that best suits you or your organization.
Our training is based on the concepts of incremental growth and change —
supported by reinforcement, business coaching and accountability.
Sandler has more than three decades of experience helping professionals
like you grow and businesses like yours succeed. We have both the reputation and
the results to prove it! If you’re looking to move up to the next level or to learn more
about our various training solutions, contact Jamie Kane at (941) 907-1520 and
let us know how we can help.
6371 Business Blvd. • Sarasota, FL 34240 • www.jamiekane.sandler.com
Bagels & Benefits
Member Reception
Need to brush up on your Chamber member benefits?
This reception is a great opportunity to learn more about
the Manatee Chamber, meet the staff, and hear about the
many member benefits available to you. Let us help you
take full advantage of your membership.
All members are welcome! Seating is limited. RSVP requested.
Thursday, June 16
Two Times Available
7:45 - 9:15 AM and 3:30 - 5:00 PM
at the Manatee Chamber of Commerce
222 10th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205
Sponsored by
Register online at ManateeChamber.com/Events
For more information, contact Kimberly Kramer
at KimK@ManateeChamber.com or
941-748-4842, ext. 139
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Does Your Business Offer a Chamber Member Discount?
If so, let us promote it for you!
Visit ManateeChamber.com/Coupons to take advantage of great Chamber member offers.
Send us the information requested below and we’ll add your offer to our
Member Coupons & Discounts web page.
PLUS… your offer will appear with your listing in the online Preferred Business Directory.
Company Name Contact Discount/Coupon Amount Description Expiration Date Save money.
Shop local.
Email your offer to Carey Miller at CareyM@ManateeChamber.com
or call Carey at 941-748-4842, ext. 113
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Small Business Is
Big Business
Small business is the heart of the Manatee Chamber. 53% of our members employ five or fewer,
and more than 90% are considered “small business.” Therefore, we are committed to providing
valuable services and resources to our members that help you grow your business.
Our mission is to build a positive business environment while enhancing our community’s
quality of life. Featured on these pages are just some of the ways we strive to support our
members and help you get the most out of your membership investment.
Small Business Resources Available
to Help Grow Your Business
B2B Networking Events connecting you with current and potential customers to build your business
Seminars and Workshops on timely topics to educate you and your employees
Hot Topic Luncheons provide an opportunity to learn and engage with experts on important topics that impact your business
Small Business Council develops programs and initiatives to enhance and strengthen your business
Free Tech Advice from our Technology Committee members
Business Counseling for start-up and scaling businesses
Online Educational Courses through State College of Florida
CEO Mentoring to discuss opportunities, challenges and ideas related to individual’s unique business
Chamber Ambassadors to help you navigate through your Chamber member benefits that are most valuable to your business
Press Release Submission Tool getting your company’s good news into the hands of our regional media in the easiest, most efficient
manner possible
LocalQuotes4U to drive business directly to you
Low Cost Advertising opportunities to promote your products and services to our 2,100+ Chamber members
Business & Consumer Showcase Events giving you the opportunity for face-to-face promotion of your business
If you offer a Chamber Member Discount, we’ll promote it for you!
"Through the CEO Roundtable
program, I have personally
witnessed the CEO's develop
into more capable leaders while
improving their businesses."
Dennis Zink
Business Alchemist
Chapter Chair, Manasota SCORE
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OUR COVER FEATURE
Seminars and Workshops to
Enhance Your Business and
Educate You and Your
Employees on Timely Topics
Including:
"I am
excited to serve
as Chairman of the Chamber’s
Small Business Council. Small businesses
are the backbone of our local economy and the
Chamber has assembled a very engaged and
energetic group working together to help them
grow and prosper."
Social Media
Marketing
Sherod A. Halliburton
President
Manatee Community Federal Credit Union
Sales
Leadership
Human Resources
Getting Your Business in the News
Networking
Customer Service
Business Growth
Labor Laws
Time Management
Hot Topic Luncheons Connect
Members with Industry
Experts and Officials at All
Levels of Government to
Cover Important Topics Like:
Cyber Security
Identity Theft
Business Regulations
Legislative Session Preview and Recap
Growth and Infrastructure
Public Education
Chamber Partners Provide
Additional Business Resources
Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation
Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)
"If you want to succeed in business and life than you
must first develop strong relationships within our
community. The Manatee Chamber of Commerce
provides us with a competitive edge to network,
advertise and give back to our community making it
one great place to live and work."
Justin & Christy Phillips
Owners
Minuteman Press of Bradenton
University of South Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
United States Small Business Administration (SBA)
Manatee County Government Economic Development Services
Suncoast Center for Entrepreneurship
State College of Florida – Online Courses
Station 2 Innovation
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Volunteers Needed
for Project T.E.A.C.H.
Friday, May 20
Thank You to Our Sponsor:
When was the last time you had the opportunity to go back to school… and not worry about
all that homework? Now’s your chance! More than 130 volunteers are needed for the 2016
Project T.E.A.C.H. program. The program is designed to increase career awareness among
4th grade students and stress the importance of first impressions. For many students, this is
one of the first times they have had a business volunteer in their classroom and the first time
they have been exposed to careers other than those of their parents.
The program begins with an orientation breakfast at 7:30 AM at Freedom Village, sponsored by
Manatee Education Foundation. During this breakfast, volunteers will be given all instructions
and supplies. Volunteers then travel to their assigned schools to present Project T.E.A.C.H.
from 9:00 – 10:00 AM.
Please consider volunteering and encouraging your staff/co-workers to participate, too. It only
takes a few hours of your morning on May 20 - and we promise no homework!
F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , c a l l J a h n a Al l e n a t 9 4 1 - 7 4 8 - 4 8 4 2 , e x t . 1 7 2 , o r e m a i l a t
Jahna@ManateeChamber.com.
Are you invisible on the
SEARCH
ENGINES?
Increase your
exposure!
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Suite 650
Bradenton FL 34205
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Ribbon Cuttings
The Manatee Chamber is honored to celebrate with our members for the opening of new,
expanded and remodeled offices, locations and facilities. Congratulations!
Anderson & Associates
Best Dry Cleaners
Brain Balance
Grand Re-Opening
810 8th Ave. W.
Palmetto, FL 34221
941-729-7355
andersoninsgroup.com
New Ownership
1035 Hasko Rd. Unit 100
Palmetto, FL 34221
941-722-9700
Grand Opening
8386 Market Street
941-809-2699
brainbalancelakewoodranch.com
Jiggs Landing Fish Camp
Grand Opening
6106 63rd St. E.
Bradenton, FL 34203
941-727-4181
jiggslandingfishcamp.com
Mid-Range Game, LLC
Grand Opening
11161 E. State Rd. 70, Ste. 110-167
812-259-4089
mid-rangegame.com
Mojo’s Real Cuban Restaurant
QDG Sarasota, Inc
Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grand Opening
1859 Northgate Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34234
941-351-9996
questdg.com
Grand Opening
257 N. Cattlemen Rd.
941-355-6666
MyRustyBucket.com
May Current 2016
Grand Opening
11161 SR70 E
941-756-0467
MojosCuban.com
Grand Opening
4536 53rd Ave. E.
Bradenton, FL 34203
941-213-6911
wal-mart.com
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Manatee Chamber of Commerce Is Proud to
NEW MEMBERS
jdfinancialsolutions.com
(863) 381-7633
Financial Planning and Services
As of Publication Date
Alpha Business Solutions
207 44th Ave. E.
Bradenton, FL 34203
alphabizsolutions.com
(941) 782-3791
Employee Leasing Services
JFCS of the Suncoast
2688 Fruitville Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34237
jfcs-cares.org
(941) 366-2224
Non-Profit Organizations
AMOB on the Pier
200 Bridge Street
Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
oysterbar.net
(941) 778-AMOB
Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns
B.Y.E. Interiors
1450 Tallevast Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 266-6127
Blinds, Window Treatments, Draperies,
Shutters
Best Dry Cleaners
1035 Hasko Road, Unit #100
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 722-9700
Dry Cleaning and Laundry Services
Buffalo Wild Wings - Bradenton
4120 14th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
buffalowildwings.com
Fair Lane Acres
819 49th Ave. Terr. W.
Bradenton, FL 34207
fairlaneacres.org
(941) 755-8616
Manufactured Home Communities
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center of
Lakewood Ranch
5860 Ranch Lake Blvd., Ste. 102
Bradenton, FL 34202
fyzical.com/lakewoodranch
(941) 417-8300
Health and Wellness
Indigo at Lakewood Ranch-Access
Management
12815 Deep Blue Place
accessindigo.com
(941) 527-0030
Real Estate - Residential
Island Gourmet Grill
ManateeChamber.com
Joey D's - Palmetto
945 10th St. W.
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 417-2106
Keller Williams Realty Select Rick Mountjoy, Sr.
PDQ
5484 Lena Rd.
Bradenton, FL 34211
eatPDQ.com
(941) 209-4883
Piper Fire Protection, Inc.
1595 Barber Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34240
piperfire.com
(941) 377-2100
Fire Extinguisher and Suppression Systems
Precision Door Service
2117 47th St.
Sarasota, FL 34234
precisiondoor-swfl.com
(941) 351-2408
Garage Doors
8210 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.
RickMountjoy.kwrealty.com
(941) 779-7543
Real Estate - Residential
Pretty Woman Cosmetics
Law Office of David W. Miner
QDG Sarasota, Inc.
523 39th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 748-8122
Attorneys
Liz's Lampshades
3519 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34234
lizslampshades.com
(941) 312-5183
Home Decor
Modern Wealth
1707 1st St. Ste., 18 & 19
Bradenton, FL 34208
(941) 748-7463
Cosmetics and Perfume
1859 Northgate Blvd., Ste. 1
Sarasota, FL 34234
questdg.com
(941) 351-9996
Engineering and Design Services
R.T. Moore - Lakewood Ranch
5009 Lena Road
rtmoore.com
(317) 291-9915
Contractors - Specialty
6710 Professional Pkwy. W., Ste. 201B
Sarasota, FL 34240
modern-wealth.com
(941) 251-0510
Financial Planning and Services
RTB Tactical, LLC
Oil & Vinegar Sarasota
Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 545-2816
Hair Salons and Barber Shoppes
140 University Town Center, Ste. 250
Sarasota, FL 34243
oilandfinegarusa.com
(941) 702-9664
Foods - Specialty
One Stop Cooling & Heating, LLC
8128 Uzita Dr.
Sarasota, FL 34240
OneStopAC.com
(941) 586-1585
Air Conditioning and Heating Contractors
5910 Marina Dr.
Holmes Beach, FL 34217
IslandGourmetGrill.com
(941) 778-0333
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JD Financial Solutions & Insurance
Group, Inc.
Pandora Store @ UTC
140 University Town Center Dr., #169
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 893-3948
Jewelry
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rtbtactical.com
(941) 706-7039
Security School Training
Sharkey's Cuts for Kids
SWC Properties, LLC
1901 Manatee Ave. W., Ste. 200
Bradenton, FL 34205
swcproperties.com
(941) 746-7117
Real Estate - Commercial
Technomarine USA
1000 1st Ave. W., Suite B
Bradenton, FL 34205
technomarineusa.com
(941) 735-7754
Construction - Marine
Welcome Our New and Renewing Members
Temple Fitness
1994 – 22 Years
8209 Natures Way, Ste. 215
Bradenton, FL 34202
TempleFitt.com
(941) 907-4151
Fitness Training and Exercise
Duffy's Tavern
1996 – 20 Years
Tampa Bay Rays
1997 – 19 Years
Triax Precision Manufacturing, LLC
Insurance Time of Bradenton, Inc.
Residence Inn by Marriott
911 Commerce Blvd. N.
Sarasota, FL 34243
triaxpm.com
(941) 360-1150
Manufacturers
1998 – 18 Years
American Accounting Service, Inc.
American Cancer Society
Anna Maria Island Inn
Bright Future Electric
Enviro-Tech Roofing
Imagine Schools North Manatee Campus
Sarasota Coach Lines, Inc.
SEIKO
Stallings Crop Insurance Corp.
The Blend Institute
AM-PM Mailing Service
Animal Medical Center
Gulf Drive Cafe & Tiki Hut
2011 – 5 Years
2004 – 12 Years
2013 – 3 Years
Fav's Italian Cucina
Heritage Title Agency, Inc.
hibu
Jersey Mike's Subs
1999 – 17 Years
Mary Frances Schultz
Bella Vita Homes, Inc.
Community Haven for Adults and Children with PayServ Systems
Salon Uptown... Downtown
Disabilities Inc
Gulf Auto Clinic
2012 – 4 Years
Manatee Apparel Graphics
Adjust Your Life Chiropractic
Popi's Place Too
Everglades University
FastSigns
2000 – 16 Years
Michael Saunders & Company/
AAA - The Auto Club Group - Insurance
The Faillace Group
Grimail Crawford, Inc.
Pope Golf, LLC
Rosabella Shek, M.D., LLC
2003 – 13 Years
Walmart Lakewood Ranch #5727
Hueston & Company CPA, LLC
Trico International
5303 4th Ave. W.
Bradenton, FL 34209
tricointernational.com
(941) 747-9021
Concrete Contractors and Re-surfacing
Urban Planning Solutions
(941) 722-6210
Consulting Services
Vista at Palma Sola
3900 75th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34209
rent-vista.com
(941) 792-8333
Apartments and Condominiums
Jaytron, Inc.
Feld Entertainment, Inc.
Goodwood & Stone Builders, LLC
Gulf Shore Media - Publisher of Sarasota Magazine, 941CEO, Venice Magazine and
SEE Sarasota
Jackson Holmes Painting
Trustco Bank
ULTRABOX, Inc.
V-Soft Consulting Group
2006 – 10 Years
2014 – 2 Years
Manatee Deep Clean - Low Moisture
Cleaning Spec.
Orthodontic Specialists Jeffrey S. Thompson, D.M.D.
TriCore, Inc.
Walmart Supercenter East #0528
RENEWING
MEMBERS
As of Publication Date
1964 – 52 Years
2005 – 11 Years
Tropicana Products
1978 – 38 Years
Johnson Printing
And Services
Bay Area Industrial Services
1982 – 34 Years
Builders Blinds
2007
–
9
Years
Steve White's Auto Service, Inc.
Casa Mora Rehabilitation and Extended Care ''Historic'' Manasota Memorial Park and Funeral Home
Entech
1984 – 32 Years
Jackson Landscape Professionals, Inc.
David W. Wilcox, Attorney
Jersey Mike's Lakewood Ranch
Freedom Village Continuing Care Retirement 2008 – 8 Years
Persson & Cohen, P.A.
Dakin
Dairy
Farms
Community
River Song
Holiday
Inn
Sarasota
Bradenton
Airport
Kelly Services, Inc.
Stretch Zone of The Suncoast
Innovative
CFO
Solutions,
Inc.
Manatee Herald-Tribune
Studio 26 Productions
Lawngevity, Inc.
Suncoast Credit Union - Manatee Avenue
Manatee
Community
Action
Agency,
Inc.
1985 – 31 Years
Tom Ward Bookkeeping
Coconuts Beach Resort
Clear Sunset Car Wash
2009 – 7 Years
1987 – 29 Years
Tom Brown Real Estate Investments, LLC
1989 – 27 Years
Southwest Florida Water Management District
1993 – 23 Years
New Path Academy
Tampa Bay Lightning
Bradenton Rent All, Inc.
Bridge Financial Solutions John R. Russo, E.A.
Environmental Biotech International
2010 – 6 Years
Allison-Gause, Inc.
Allstate Insurance George Najmy
Insurance Group
May Current 2016
2015 – 1 Year
ASAP Gun & Pawn, LLC
Brain Balance of Lakewood Ranch
Destination Knowledge
Dr. Nina's Animal Hospital - Parrish
Dreamscreens International, Inc.
Fantasy Travel
Fast & Friendly Pharmacy
Florida Fishing Charters
Healthy Start Coalition of Manatee County, Inc.
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Application
Deadline Is May 27
RENEWING
MEMBERS
continued...
2015 – 1 Year
Heartland Payment Systems
Home Companions
Imperial Court Reporting
Mike Abene, LLC
MLG Event Draping and Designs, LLC
Neil Spirtas
New Age Technology Solutions, Inc.
NFM Lending
Right on Target Security Academy
River Club Car Wash
Sanctuary of Bradenton
Skin Care, Inc.
Splash Pools
SW New World Coating, Inc.
The Fish Hole @ Lakewood Ranch
The UPS Store #4501
The Vintage House, Inc.
YOLO Adventures
Apply NOW for Leadership Manatee
Applications for the 2015-2016 Leadership Manatee program are now available. The program
is designed to educate business and community leaders to all aspects of Manatee County and
offer in-depth knowledge of our challenges and opportunities. Leadership Manatee is a program
of the Manatee Chamber Foundation in partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Bradenton.
The application may be accessed online at ManateeChamber.com/leadership and must be
submitted by May 27. For more information, please call 941-748-3411.
Leadership Manatee Graduates - Class of 2015 - 2016
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Tim Lester
REAL ESTATE BROKER
941.524.8465
TimLesterRealty.com
3rd Annual
Wednesday, May 4
5:00-7:30 PM
The Powel Crosley Estate
Doug Deming & The Jewel Tones
Live Blues Entertainment • Free Food from Area Restaurants • Cash Bar
Anna Maria Oyster Bar • Cedar Reef Fish Camp • Chicken Kitchen
Daily Eats • Fast N Fresh • Fresh Kitchen • Sugar Cubed
$35 Payable at the Door
Presented by:
Corporate Sponsors:
“Historic” Manasota Memorial Park & Funeral Home
Palms-Robarts Memorial Park & Funeral Home
Entertainment Sponsor:
Hosted by:
Photo Booth Provided by:
For more information, contact Kim Dalglish at KimD@ManateeChamber.com, 941-748-4842, ext. 121
Purchase your tickets online at ManateeChamber.com/Blues
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APRIL BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Firkins Nissan Auto Group treats the needs of each individual
customer with paramount concern. We are Bradenton's Premier
Nissan dealer, located at 1611 Cortez Road West, across from the
Lowe's & Best Buy Plaza.
Firkins Auto Group has been a proud part of Bradenton's history for
over 63 years. Our goal is to provide you with all the information you
need to find just the right new Nissan or pre-owned vehicle for you.
Take a look around and you will see the specials we have running,
exclusive internet pricing and discounts available for services
you may need. You can schedule a test drive, your next service
appointment or order that factory part/accessory you need. Our
website literally puts Firkins Nissan at your fingertips. We are proud
of the reputation of Firkins and want our customers to feel welcome,
respected, knowledgeable and confident while making their purchase
and service selections.
We bring the family touch to the overwhelming world of automotive
choices. We are committed to being caring, trustworthy and ethical.
We are proud to do business this way as it is the Firkins Way.
Thank you and we look forward to meeting you!
1611 Cortez Rd. W.
Bradenton, FL 34207
(941) 755-1571
Firkins.com
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Celebrate Small Businesses!
Nominate your favorite small business or non-profit organization
for the 37th Annual Manatee Small Business of the Year Awards
We believe small business owners and leaders deserve celebration and recognition for all of their contributions to our local economy. We'll
celebrate on Friday, August 12 with our 37th Annual Awards. This day of honor is fast approaching and we need your help.
Nominations are now being accepted for businesses with a minimum of three years in business and less than 80 employees. Nominating a
business is easy – simply submit their name and contact information online at ManateeChamber.com/Nomination.
We’ll handle letting the business know they have been honored with a nomination and take it from there. The deadline for nominations is May 16.
Want more information on the awards program and publicity opportunities for your business through a sponsorship? Please contact Lisa Reeder
at 941-748-4842, ext. 123 or LisaR@ManateeChamber.com.
2015 Category 4 Winner
CS&L CPAs
Clear Sunset Car Wash & Detail Center
South Tech Solutions, Inc.
Overturf’s Floor & Fabric Care
Why I Invest in the Manatee Chamber
“
Anderson & Associates Insurance
810 8th Avenue West,
Palmetto, Florida 34221
941-729-7494
“
Shelli Anderson-Ensminger
We’ve been a part
of the Manatee
Chamber for many
years now, and I couldn’t
be happier. The events
sponsored by the Chamber
give me the opportunity
to meet so many people
in the local community.
Through referrals from
fellow Chamber members,
our property & casualty
insurance agency
has truly thrived!
W W W . A N D E R S O N I N S G R O U P. C O M
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MARCH COFFEE CLUB
Manatee & Sarasota Counties
“Historic”
Manasota Memorial Park & Funeral Home
For nearly a century, now—since 1925—Manasota Memorial Park has been
the cemetery of choice for the families of Manatee and Sarasota Counties.
And with the later additions of our state-of-the-art regional crematory and
lovely funeral home, Manasota Memorial Park and Funeral Home became
the preferred all-in-one destination for families who had lost a dear member,
or for those who saw the wisdom of planning ahead.
As part of the Dignity Memorial network, Manasota Memorial Park & Funeral
Home has offered our client families an array of benefits unrivaled in our
industry, as well as the confidence that comes from knowing that all needs
will be met by caring, experienced professionals who are dedicated to the
four prime values that form the foundation for all we do:
Respect, Integrity, Service excellence, and Enduring relationships
Manasota Memorial Park & Funeral Home works with more than 35 Chamber
business partners to assist us in meeting each family’s needs. We also
continue to make referrals to more than 100 members as requests are made
for goods and services provided by others. We welcome the opportunity to
hear about your business, and offer value-added protections through our
affinity relationships.
With the receipt of the 2014 and 2015 Chamber of Commerce and Keep
Manatee Beautiful Landscaping Image Awards, we have redoubled our
continuing efforts to further beautify the Park, and are in the process of
attaining Botanical Garden status for our lovely Cremation Garden. The
Dignity Memorial network recently won the J. D. Powers President’s Award,
which has been given only 12 times in 47 years.
Come and visit, and see why we are so proud to be simply The Best!
1221 53rd Avenue, East
Bradenton, FL 34203
941-755-2688
manasotamemorial.com
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A Fond Farewell
We were sad to say farewell to two of our Information Specialists recently. Karen
Sivia and Michele Passarelli both decided it was time to retire and enjoy the Florida
lifestyle that they have helped so many visitors learn about as our Information
Specialists. After helping over 7,000 visitors annually at the McClure Center at
Lakewood Ranch, both ladies will be starting a new chapter in their lives. We wish
them well and will miss them greatly!
Karen Sivia
Michele Passarelli
Welcome Aboard to Our Newest
Staff Members
Now we welcome our two new Information Specialists, Kimberly Hinkle and Diane
Pluchino. Kimberly joins us after many years in hospitality management, most
notably at Walt Disney World. Kimberly enjoys spending time with her two children
(especially at the Magic Kingdom), reading and riding her bicycle. Diane spent
many years with IBM. When not at work, Diane enjoys reading a good mystery
novel, gardening, and watching football.
Please stop by our Lakewood Ranch Office to say "hi" and help us welcome
Kimberly and Diane!
Kimberly Hinkle
Diane Pluchino
Furnished Office Space
for Rent at the Manatee
Chamber
Compare Suncoast’s prices with
retail jewelry store prices.
You’ll be pleasantly surprised!
The Chamber has an 870 sq. ft. furnished second floor office suite in our Bradenton
office available for rent to a not-for-profit or governmental department. The suite
has a large reception area, one very large office and two smaller offices. It also
includes the use of a conference room that can accommodate 10 people. The cost
is $1500 per month.
If you are interested, please contact Bob Bartz at 941-748-3411.
Tom & Donna Seguin,
Graduate Gemologists
Diamond Experts since 1986
Custom Designs
Diamond engagement rings
Diamond earrings & bracelets
All fine watch brands
4016 Cortez Rd. W., Suite 1201, Bradenton
941-756-8787 l www.SuncoastGemLab.com
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Tech TIPS
Mobile Optimization
Is the Wave of NOW, Not the Future
By Cassandra I. Burns, Realtor
The Greiner Group at Wagner Realty
Manatee Chamber Technology Committee Member
Have you ever found yourself with the TV
on, watching a video on your phone--or
maybe looking at a website searching for
that perfect pair of flip flops or cooler for
summer? Mobile is our 24-7 connection.
As a local Realtor, and Technology
Committee member with the Manatee
Chamber, I am constantly searching for
information and working with clients, as
most of us are local business owners
and want our services and product at the
consumers’ fingertips. Mobile has created a
change and become the norm in the world
today.
Everyone has smart phones with them,
constantly communicating and looking for
information. In many countries, the number
of smart phones has surpassed the number
of personal computers. Having a mobilefriendly website has become a critical part
of having an online presence with your
business, and a must have!
What Is Mobile Optimization?
Mobile optimization is the process of
ensuring that visitors who access your site
from mobile devices have an experience
optimized for the device, phone, tablet, etc.
Every year people spend more and more
time on their mobile devices and tablets,
but many websites still aren't designed to
account for different screen sizes and load
times (how long it takes for a site to load
on your device). Mobile optimization takes
a look at site design, site structure, page
speed, and more to make sure you're not
inadvertently turning mobile visitors away.
In the USA, 94% of people with smart
phones search for local information on
their phones. Interestingly, 77% of mobile
searches occur at home or at work, places
where desktop computers are likely to be
present. (Google)
The desktop version of a site might be
difficult to view and use on a mobile device.
The version that's not mobile-friendly
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requires the user to pinch or zoom in order
to read the content. Consumers and users
find this a frustrating experience and are
likely to abandon the site. Alternatively,
the mobile-friendly version is readable and
immediately usable.
How Do I Start?
The work involved in making a mobilefriendly site can depend on your developer
resources, business model, and expertise.
On a very basic implementation level,
transitioning an existing desktop site to
mobile entails using existing sections of
content from the desktop site and organizing
them in a mobile-friendly design pattern.
For more information on the technical
implementation of a mobile site, whether
you hire a developer or do it yourself,
contact the Manatee Chamber for local
expert recommendations.
How Much Does It Cost to Build
a Site for Mobile Devices?
The answer is... it varies! For example, here
are some of the possibilities:
Going mobile can be free if you
can select a responsive template or
theme for your website. A responsive
template/theme adapts the display to
the visitor no matter if they are using a
desktop, tablet, or mobile phone.
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Going mobile can be free if you have
the technical skills to build your mobile
site.
Going mobile will likely cost time and
money, but hire a developer and expert
in the field. Furthermore, if your website
was created several years ago, a new
developer might recommend starting
from scratch (a complete makeover).
This is because there are new web
development techniques and themes
(or page templates) that may make it
more efficient to re-do -- rather than
modify -- your site. This is especially
the case for sites built with Flash or
using outdated e-commerce platforms,
etc.
The good news is that if you start from
scratch there may be an existing template/
theme that your developer can utilize. You
may be able to reuse your existing content
which can hopefully save time and money.
Mobile is critical to your business and will
continue to be so – whether you’re blogging
about your favorite sports team, working on
the website for your community theater, or
selling products to potential clients. Make
sure visitors can have a good experience
on your site when they’re visiting from their
mobile devices! No matter which step you
choose next, choose to go mobile!
Source: Google, Think with Google
Member
News
CS&L CPAs,
a certified public
accounting firm located in Bradenton,
Sarasota and Tampa, recently added the
following professionals to its team: Pamela
Bennett as Tax Staff Accountant. Julia
Bortan, CPA as Tax Supervisor and Jeremiah
Coker, CPA as Audit Staff Accountant.
Ellenton Ice & Sports Complex
is proud to announce on behalf of the US
Figure Skating Coaches Committee and
the Professional Skaters Association, that
the following Ellenton Ice & Sports Complex
Coaches have been nominated for ‘2016
Coach of the Year’: Jim Peterson, Amanda
Evora and Lyndon Johnston.
Grapevine Communications
is pleased to announce the addition of two
members to its staff. Britney Guertin was
hired as PR & Social Media Associate and
Heidi Cook, who previously worked with
Grapevine from 2006 to 2013, rejoined
Grapevine as Special Projects Coordinator.
Manatee Technical College
announced that four health occupations
students qualified to compete at The HOSA
International Leadership Conference to be
held in Nashville this June. The students
competed in leadership and teamwork
events, health science events such as
medical terminology, and health professions
events such as dental science, massage
therapy, and medical assisting. HOSA is an
international career and technical student
organization. Its mission is to enhance
Your
Perfect
Florida
Lifestyle
Begins with
Duncan.
the delivery of compassionate, quality
health care by providing opportunities
for knowledge, skill and leadership
development of all health science education
students, therefore helping the student meet
the needs of the health care community.
Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball
Club announced that readers of
Ballpark Digest and Spring Training Online
overwhelmingly chose McKechnie Field
as the leading Grapefruit League springtraining facility in the websites’ annual "Best
of the Ballparks" polling. “A Pirates game
at McKechnie Field really embodies why
people love spring training,” said Kevin
Reichard, Ballpark Digest publisher. “Florida
is truly the cradle of spring training, and it’s
apt that fans chose the most historic springtraining ballpark as their favorite."
SCORE, Manasota Chapter
earned a top 3 spot in the 2016 SCORE
Chapter of the Year Awards. The chapter’s
106% growth in services contributed to its
tie for second place among SCORE’s 320
U.S. chapters. Chapter chair Dennis Zink
and past chair William Murray announced
the award and congratulated the chapter’s
volunteer mentors at the April member
meeting.
Willis Smith Construction is
pleased to announce the appointment of
Mr. David Carey to Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Carey joined the Company in 2014 as
the Director of Accounting and has over 20
years of experience in the Management of
Finances for construction firms.
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Learn Something New
MAY
Activities
Tues. 3
Art of Leadership Seminar
2:00 – 4:00 PM
BBC Advisory Committee Meeting
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Wed. 4
Power Connection Lunch
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Healthcare Committee Meeting
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Blues by the Bay
5:00 – 7:30 PM
Fri. 6
Small Business Council Meeting
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Tues. 10
Business After Hours5:00 – 7:00 PM
Wed. 11
Social Media Safety for Teens & Their Parents3:00 – 4:30 PM
Thurs. 12
Breakfast with the Chairman7:45 – 9:00 AM
Technology Committee Meeting3:30 – 4:30 PM MYP Networking Social5:00 – 7:00 PM
Fri. 13
Transportation Committee Meeting8:00 – 9:00 AM
Tue. 17
MYP Sunset Cruise
7:30 – 9:30 PM
Wed. 18
Power Connection Lunch11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Thurs. 19
Coffee Club
7:45 – 9:00 AM
VIP Event: Sri Sridharan - CyberSecurity
11:30 AM – 1:15 PM
Fri.
20
Natural Resources & Green Committee Mtg. 8:00 – 9:00 AM
Wed. 25
Chamber Executive Committee Meeting8:00 – 9:00 AM
MYPower Networking Lunch
11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
Infill Committee Meeting
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Thurs.26
4th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards 7:30 – 9:30 AM
Fri. 27
Downtown Redevelopment Meeting
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Mon. 30
Memorial Day
Tues. 31
Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Lakewood Ranch Board Room
Bradenton Board Room
Gulf Drive Cafe & Tiki Hut
Powel Crosley Estate
Keiser University Center for
Culinary Arts
Buffalo Wild Wings
Riverside Tours, Inc.
World of Beer
YMCA Lakewood Ranch
Holiday Inn SRQ
MacAllister’s
Fete Ballroom at the Polo Grill
Chamber Offices Closed
JUNE
Events
Network & Connect
Wed. 1
Thurs. 2
Fri. 3
Tue. 7
Thurs. 9
enRich a Bistro
McKechnie Field
New Overtime Regulation Workshop
9:00 – 11:00 AM
Power Connection Lunch
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Healthcare Committee Meeting
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Breakfast with the Chairman7:45 – 9:00 AM
Small Business Council Meeting
8:00 – 9:00 AM
MYP Leadership Committee Meeting
12:00 – 1:00 PM
BBC Advisory Committee Meeting
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Technology Committee Meeting3:30 – 4:30 PM MYP Networking Social
5:00 – 7:00 PM
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6151 Lake Osprey Drive
Sarasota, FL 34240
5:00-7:00 PM
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Continental Breakfast with
Tropicana OJ, Announcements,
Door Prizes & Quality Networking
YMCA Lakewood Ranch
7:45-9:00 AM
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Casual Business Networking for
Young Professionals,
Complimentary Appetizers & Cash Bar
Buffalo Wild Wings
41 & Cortez - 4120 W. 14th Street
Bradenton, FL 34205
5:00-7:00 PM
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Hors d'oeuvres & Door Prizes
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Thursday, August 4
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