2015 Champions of Healthcare - Manatee Chamber of Commerce

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2015 Champions of Healthcare - Manatee Chamber of Commerce
2015 Champions of Healthcare
Congratulations to Our 2015 Award Winners:
Seated: Jill Gass, We Care Manatee; Cheyenne Doeberl, Southeast High School;
George Thomas, MD, Bradenton Cardiology Center; Katie Power, RN, Manatee Memorial Hospital
Standing: Ashley Marini, MCS Child Protection Team; Dwight Fitch, MD, 21st Century Oncology;
Vernon DeSear, Manatee Healthcare System; Lawrence Kiey, BioLucid
Not Pictured: Brenda Gatcomb, RN, American Red Cross
Photo by OdellPhotos.com
EMERGENCY SERVICES
from the Manatee Healthcare System
We have you covered ... 24/7
At Lakewood Ranch Medical Center and
Manatee Memorial Hospital, you have access
to rapid response, medical expertise and
individualized care when you need it …
right here at home.
Our emergency medical teams are highly
experienced in managing emergencies for
people of all ages. The Manatee Healthcare
System is ready to respond to life-threatening
emergencies with fast, high-quality care …
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Need a Doctor? For a free physician referral, call Direct Doctors Plus® at 941.708.8100.
8330 Lakewood Ranch Boulevard
Bradenton, FL 34202 | 941.782.2100
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Physicians are on the medical staff of Manatee Healthcare System, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Chairman........................................................................................................... Jonathan Fleece, Blalock Walters, P.A.
Immediate Past Chairman ................................................................................... Rae Dowling, Florida Power & Light
Chairman-Elect........................................................................................................................Trudy Moon, Air & Energy
Treasurer.....................................................................................................Ernie Withers, Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota
Vice Chairman, Community Development & Communications............... Kevin DiLallo, Manatee Memorial Hospital
Vice Chairman Membership Development & Services...................................... Darcie Duncan, Duncan Real Estate
Vice Chairman Public Policy & Small Business......................................................... Bill Poulton, Tropicana Products
Chairman, Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation................... Mark Barnebey, Blalock Walters, P.A.
President....................................................................................Robert Bartz, IOM, Manatee Chamber of Commerce
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Lisa Arrigo-Hoban, L.A. Events, Inc.
Phill Baker, Boyd Insurance & Investment Services, Inc.
Ben Bakker, HJB Properties
Jackie Barron, The Mosaic Company
Kevin Baylor, Suncoast Business Technologies
Betsy Benac, Manatee County Commissioner
Jennifer Bencie, Manatee County Health Department
Shirley Bryant, City of Palmetto
Carlos Buqueras, Port Manatee
Christy Cardillo, Shinn & Company, LLC
Rose Carlson, Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School
William Colgate, Manatee County Rural Health Services
Bob Gause, School Board of Manatee
Ron Getman, Getman Cruise & Travel
Sharon Hillstrom, Bradenton Area Economic
Development Corp.
Ed Hunzeker, Manatee County Government
John Laurie, BB&T Insurance Services
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Bradenton Office
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Bradenton, FL 34205
Phone: 941-748-3411
Fax: 941-745-1877
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Steve Litschauer, S2 Timing
Michael Maddaloni, Bealls, Inc.
Michael Mears, State College of Florida
Michael Milliron, IMG Academy
Rick Mills, School Board of Manatee County
Sean Murphy, Beach Bistro
John Nash, 1st Manatee Bank
John Neal, Neal Communities
Jeff Orenstein, Living on the Suncoast Magazine
Donal O’Shea, New College of Florida
Frederick Piccolo, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport
Wayne Poston, City of Bradenton
Tara Poulton, Southwest Florida Water Management District
Bill Smock, Gator Air Conditioning & Plumbing
Sandra Stone, University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
JB Taylor, Fawley Bryant Architects
Bob Turner, Bradenton Herald
Kerry Ward, Bank of the Ozarks
Manatee Chamber of Commerce Staff
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
Alan Kelly, Membership Development Representative.............................. AlanK@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 333
Kimberly Kramer, Program & Events Coordinator....................................... KimK@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 139
Jahna Leinhauser, Vice President, Community Development................. JahnaL@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 172
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
Michele Passarelli, Information Specialist.............................................MicheleP@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 200
Dawn Plavak, Better Business Council Manager.......................................DawnP@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 114
Lisa Reeder, Executive Assistant, Public Policy & Small Business............. LisaR@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 123
Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance........................................................ CherylR@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 115
Karen Sivia, Information Specialist............................................................KarenS@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 200
Leigh Weger, Executive Assistant, Membership Development................LeighW@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 122
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ABOUT OUR
JUNE
COVER STORY
Champions
of Healthcare
Award Winners
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FACP Honors Our Own
Jacki Dezelski as Its
Professional of the Year
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Project T.E.A.C.H. Reaches 2,600 Students in
120 Classrooms Across Manatee County
The Manatee Chamber of
Commerce named its
2015 Champions of Healthcare at
a gala awards breakfast on
May 21. More than 300 people
attended the awards event in
Lakewood Ranch to honor
74 nominees, 22 finalists and
nine award winners.
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2015 Champions of Healthcare
Award Winners
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FEATURES
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Platinum Member Spotlight
Raymond James W. Bruce Body
VIP Luncheon
FDOT Secretary
Jim Boxold
11 VIP Event Highlights
Cuba Ambassador
José Ramón Cabañas
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IN EVERY ISSUE
22 Membership Campaign
CelebrationHighlights
23 Member Appreciation
Cook-Out Photos
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12 Bagels & Benefits
14 MYP Highlights
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28 Travel with the Chamber
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China
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Chamber Seminar
The Power of Visual Sharing 32
13 Blues by the Bay Highlights Powel Crosley Estate
2nd Annual
Sporting Clays
Tournament Highlights
Small Business
of the Year
Save the Date
BBC - Better Business Council
Coffee Club Highlights
Thank you to our event
photographer:
Business After Hours
Ribbon Cutting Photos
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Member News
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Chamber Friends
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Why I Love the Chamber
30 New & Renewing
Members
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Power Connection
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Calendar of Events
A LOOK AHEAD
TO JULY
NETWORKING AT A GLANCE
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June 9 - 5:00 - 7:00 PM
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June 11 - 5:00 - 7:00 PM
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FACP Honors
Manatee Chamber's
Jacki Dezelski
as Its Chamber
Professional of the Year
The Florida Association of Chamber Professionals (FACP) announced its selection for
Florida’s top Chamber of Commerce professional at its Spring Conference, held May 7-8,
2015, at the Holiday Inn Tampa Westshore/Airport. We are so proud that Jacki Dezelski,
Executive Vice President at the Manatee Chamber, was honored with this award for her
outstanding achievement and dedication to the industry. This is the first year that FACP
has named a Chamber Professional of the Year as a complementary award to its annual
Chamber Executive of the Year Award, which is announced each Fall.
The prestigious Chamber Professional of the Year Award acknowledges a chamber
professional who merits recognition for exemplary service. Among other requirements,
the recipient must have been in the chamber industry for a minimum of three years and
must be nominated by their President/CEO. Nominations must include an essay detailing
the employee’s contribution in at least three of the following areas: Customer Service,
Service Projects, Leadership, Mentoring, Self Improvement, Efficiency, Problem Solving
and Teamwork.
During the award presentation - which was a total surprise for Jacki as she sat in the
audience - it was noted that “the face of the Manatee Chamber” is often what comes
to mind for many members when her name is
mentioned. Having served the Manatee Chamber’s
members and our community for nearly two decades,
Jacki epitomizes the servitude, leadership and
team concept all Chamber professionals should
strive towards. Because of her tireless efforts and
exemplary leadership, the Manatee Chamber was
again designated as a Five-Star Accredited Chamber
by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce - an elite status
achieved by only 1.2% of the 7,000 chambers in the
country.
“We are extremely fortunate to have Jacki as an
integral part of the Manatee Chamber and even
more important, a part of the community,” says Rae
Dowling, Area Manager for FPL and Immediate Past
Chair of the Manatee Chamber Board of Directors.
“Jacki is a master at finding solutions that maximize
the effectiveness and usefulness of the Chamber
staff, volunteers and members.”
“FACP is pleased to present the Inaugural
Professional of the Year Award to Jacki Dezelski,”
noted Tammy Bracewell, FACP Executive Director.
“She exemplifies the true Chamber of Commerce
professional – someone who is dedicated to the
betterment of their Chamber, the community and its
members,” added Bracewell.
FACP is a statewide organization whose mission is
“advancing excellence in chamber management”
and whose vision is “enhancing Florida's business
communities by cultivating successful chamber
professionals.”
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Since our founding, Raymond James’
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then, when most firms were focused on
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That commitment defines everything we
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Investments are a means to an end, whether
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Our objective is to establish a long-term
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Our recommendations stem from a
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• He
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In our view, while factors such as market
fluctuations and interest-rate movements
have a significant bearing on your portfolio,
our focus should always be whether, at the
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“Each client is different and unique.
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Avoiding
Fraud on Your
Business Sunbiz Account
If you have a registered business entity, chances are you know about the Florida
Division of Corporations and its website www.sunbiz.org. This great website is very
user friendly and a true credit to our state government, except for one little thing – it
is so easy that anyone can literally steal your corporation or LLC with almost no trace
and for less than one hundred dollars!
A crook that knows where your business banks (any employee or vendor would know
that) can simply change the business’ address and divert all notices and statements
away, order new checks, and empty the account.
Until this information is better protected, you are encouraged to:
- Regularly check your corporation or other business entity at www.sunbiz.org
Please click on the link below for more ways to protect your business and for the full
article by Anna Cam Fentriss, Legislative Counsel, Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal
Contractors Association.
http://www.floridaroof.com/blogs//avoiding-fraud-on-your-business-sunbiz-account/
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Welcome New BBC Members!
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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
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The BBC receives hundreds of requests
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Endorsing and agreeing to uphold the
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Dawn Plavak, BBC Manager
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VIP LUNCHEON
PUBLIC
POLICY
FDOT SECRETARY
Jim Boxold
Thursday, June 18
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Holiday Inn SRQ • 8009 15th Street East, Sarasota
Transportation issues? Are you stuck in traffic? What are the plans
for roadways and bridges in the future? Now is your opportunity to
bring your questions and join us for a fabulous lunch and transportation update.
Jim Boxold was named Secretary of the Florida Department of Transportation by
Governor Rick Scott on January 3, 2015. Secretary Boxold brings over twenty years of
government policy and management experience to the agency.
The cost is $25 for Manatee Chamber and MYP members,
$25 for STARTUPS members; $35 for Non-Members and guests.
Reservations required to Lisa at 941-748-4842, ext. 123,
LisaR@ManateeChamber.com or www.ManateeChamber.com/events.
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VIP Event with Ambassador
José Ramón Cabañas
The Manatee Chamber was honored to host Ambassador José Ramón Cabañas, Head
of the Cuban Interests Section in Washington, DC, as our special keynote speaker in May
at the Renaissance on 9th. Over 140 packed the room as Mr. Cabanas led an engaging
discussion regarding future business opportunities and the current status between the
United States and Cuba. Thank you to our sponsors: Keiser University and The Mosaic
Company.
City of Bradenton
Mayor Wayne
Poston, Jorge
Fernandez,
Ambassador José
Ramón Cabañas,
Jesus Perz Calderon
Jorge Fernandez,
Ambassador
José Ramón Cabañas,
Jonathan Fleece,
Bob Bartz and
Michael Gallen
Thank you to our sponsors Bart Arrington of The Mosaic
Company, and Todd Cunningham and Violeta Huesman
of Keiser University
Carlos Buqueras and Manatee
County Commissioner
Robin DiSabatino
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CHAMBER
SEMINAR
The Power of Visual Sharing
by Kevin McNulty, NetWeave Social Networking
July 28 • 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Held at the Manatee Chamber of Commerce Lakewood Ranch Office
at the McClure Center, 4215 Concept Court, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Visual sharing via social media is growing by leaps and bounds. Instagram
recently bested Twitter as the third biggest social media channel. Why?
Because a picture is worth a thousand words!
Visual sharing is the difference
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The cost is only $25 for Manatee Chamber and
MYP members; $21 for non-profit members;
$35 for non-members.
Reservations required to Lisa at
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LisaR@ManateeChamber.com or
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Bagels & Benefits
Member Reception
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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, hear about the many member benefits available
to you and let us help you take full advantage of your membership. All
members are welcome! RSVP requested.
Thursday, June 18 ~ 7:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Manatee Chamber of Commerce - 222 10th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205
Register online at ManateeChamber.com/Events
For more information, contact Kimberly Kramer at KimK@ManateeChamber.com
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2015
Manatee and Sarasota Chamber Members Enjoyed
a Beautiful Evening at The Powel Crosley Estate
Blues by the Bay, hosted by the Manatee Chamber and Greater Sarasota Chamber, drew hundreds of members and guests
for a stellar night of networking, live blues entertainment with Johnny Guitar & Bluestar Band, and fantastic food provided
by our Chamber member restaurants.
Thank you to our generous sponsors and supporters:
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Cedar Reef Fish Camp • Chart House
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Community Service
Salvation Army
Thursday, June 11 • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
MYP Networking Social
Buffalo Wild Wings
5235 University Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34201
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 Month’s Social Date:
July 9 - Pier 22
Wednesday, June 24 • 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
MYPower Networking Lunch
Texas Roadhouse
5710 Ranch Lake Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34202
Limited to the first 40 RSVPs.
MYPower Luncheons give you the opportunity to
promote your business products and services and help
MYP members find new customers for you!
Cost: $12 for paid MYP members, $17 for all guests
RSVP is required: Call Kimberly at 941-748-4842, ext. 139
Next Month’s MYPower Lunch Date:
July 29 - Renaissance on 9th
HAVE A VOICE!
Watch for important information on
how you can speak your mind on the
issue of housing and its affordability for local
young professionals.
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MYPower Lunch
Rosedale Golf and Country Club
MYP Networking Social
Tarpon Pointe Grill and Tiki Bar
MYP + Bradenton Marauders
McKechnie Field
Check out photos and upcoming events at www.MYPonline.com
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grades Pre-K3 through 12. At every level, students are nurtured in
small classes, encouraged and supported by outstanding faculty who
help them navigate a carefully designed and balanced curriculum of
academic rigor and character development.
Saint Stephen’s delivers exciting programs, including extensive AP
courses, an iPad initiative, a global education program, a K-12 daily
foreign language program, a growing marine science initiative, a band/
strings program, and a wide variety of customized curricular and
extracurricular experiences that result from flexible scheduling and a
philosophy of meeting individual student needs.
These rich offerings go hand-in-hand with a strong college counseling
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Thank You to Our 130+ Project Teach Volunteers
A very special thank you to more than 130 volunteers who
participated in Project T.E.A.C.H. On Friday, May 1, our volunteers
gathered at 7:30 AM at Freedom Village Retirement Community
for a breakfast orientation sponsored by Manatee Education
Foundation. At 8:30, the volunteers headed to their fourth grade
classes all over Manatee County where they spent an hour with
a classroom full of future entrepreneurs and business owners. In
all, we reached 2,600 students in 120 classrooms at 28 schools!
The volunteers shared their business backgrounds and perspectives with the fourth
graders. Students then thought about what business they would like to be in by drawing
their own business cards. Dreams and ideas of the students ranged from astronauts to zoo
keepers and many things in between. Without the help of our sponsor, Manatee Education
Foundation, and the support of Tropicana, Freedom Village, and Palm Printing, this year’s
program would not have been such a success. For more information about Project
T.E.A.C.H. and other workforce education initiatives, please contact Jahna Leinhauser at
941-748-4842, ext. 172.
Thank You Project T.E.A.C.H. Volunteers!!
• Lisa Abrahamson-Holst, Keiser University
• Deborah Ainsworth, Tropicana Products
• Amy Anderson, School Board of Manatee County
• Adam Angstadt, Flagship Fire
• Amanda Barbee, Allison-Gause, Inc.
• Fred Bartholomew, Gettel Automotive Family of Dealerships
• Brenda Belsito, Gastroenterology Associates of Manatee, LLC
• Rick Bisio, The Educated Franchisee
• Jackie Blades, Gettel Automotive Family of Dealerships
• Casie Boak, Fifth Third Bank - Braden River Plaza
• Dana Boatman Gettel Automotive Family of Dealerships
• Tammy Boggs, Manatee County Government
• Jennifer Boris, State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota
• Ken Burke, Hometown News USA – Lakewood Ranch
• Paul Caputo, Mr. Depend A Pool
• Evan Caputo, Rice's Appliance & TV
• Kevin Carey, Foot Locker
• Deborah Carey-Reed, Manatee County Government
• Jennifer Chapman, Gateway Bank of Southwest Florida
• Rozalyn Charette, School Board of Manatee County
• Nick Choat, Sport Clips
• Matt Colmorgen, Gettel Automotive Family of Dealerships
• Randy Cooper
• James Crutchfield, Manatee County EMS
• Jim Curran, USF at Sarasota Manatee
• Charles Cusimano, ABC 7 - WWSB
• Lisa Dahlquist, Grapevine Communications
• Lynn Dallesandro
• Tiffany David, Childlike Productions
• Vikki Dingman, Actual HR Solutions, LLC
• Jeff Dirksen, Gettel Automotive Family of Dealerships
• Rebecca Feaster, First Bank - Cortez
• Mary Fernihough, Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.
• Mayu Fielding, Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club
• Bala Florim, Gettel Automotive Family of Dealerships
• Sandra Ford, School Board of Manatee County
• Anthony Gagliano, CareerSource Suncoast
• Patrick Gallagher, School Board of Manatee County
• Deborah Gambino-Perry, School Board of Manatee County
• Bob Gause, Allison-Gause, Inc.
• Adam Gonzalez, United EMS, Inc.
• Ayan Gonzalez, United EMS, Inc.
• James Gorrill, Gettel Automotive Family of Dealerships
• Donald Goudy, Veritas! Pest Management, LLC
• Dr. Diana Greene School Board of Manatee County
• Rebecca Guterz, Shinn & Company, LLC
• Don Hall, School Board of Manatee County
• Doug Hange, AutoNation Ford
• Robert Hermann, Labinal Power Systems
• Joanne Hibbs, Servpro of Bradenton
• Corrie Hoffman, Sports & Activities Directory
• Sandra Holmes, United Way of Manatee County, Inc.
• Angela Honts, Manatee County Building Dept.
• Cheryl Houghtby
• Michele Hulbert, School Board of Manatee County
• Jennifer Johnson, School Board of Manatee County
• Charlie Kennedy, School Board of Manatee County
• Cindy Kuhns, Manatee Gynecology Associates, LLC
• Jennifer LaHurd, State College Florida Manatee-Sarasota
• Stephanie Laidig, Heintz & Becker
• Ashley Landis, Manatee County EMS
• Allen Langford, First America Bank - Palmetto
• Valerie Longo, PCI Communications, Inc.
• Larry Luh, Manatee County EMS
• Billy Malfese, Manatee County Government
• Joshua McCoy, Edward Jones
• Brendan McDowell, Manatee Memorial Hospital
• Jill McGarry, Blalock Walters, P.A.
• Maryanne McLafferty, Hancock Bank - Bradenton
• Jim Meisenheimer
• Cathy Mijou, ArtCenter Manatee
• Bill Miller, SandPointe Software
• India Monahan, Florida Power & Light
• Dylan Monahan, Florida Power & Light
• Lisa Morrison, MSC Mortgage
• Paul Nelson, Rotary Club of Bradenton Florida USA
• Troy Newport, Webtivity Marketing & Design
• Chris O'Hara, Manatee County Library Services
• Katie O'Neal, Feathers and Tails Hideaway
• Stefanie Overturf, Overturf's Floor & Fabric Care
• David Parrish, United Electric
• Dana Perez, Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.
June Current 2015
• Gill Phelan, Grand View Estates Costa Rica
• Jeff Phillips, Forristall Enterprises, Inc.
• Lynn Pierce, Manatee County Government Building Dept.
• Jannon Pierce, Easter Seals Southwest Florida
• Judy Pohlman, Labinal Power Systems
• Brett Pollock, West Manatee Fire & Rescue District
• David Potter, Nature's Academy
• Brandon Powers, Shinn & Company, LLC
• Megan Quinn, Fifth Third Bank - Braden River Plaza
• Wanda Read-Burke, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast, Inc.
• Celeste Reid, Shinn & Company, LLC
• Karen Rutherford, The Joy FM - WJIS 88.1
• Logan Saltsman, Shinn & Company, LLC
• Anthony Sansone, Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.
• Jennifer Seavey, Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.
• Chris Sharek, NV5, Inc.
• Todd Shear, Manatee County Sheriff's Office
• Karen Shrimpton
• Tara Shuck, Imperial Court Reporting
• Roderick Smith, First Bank - Cortez
• Amanda Smith, Gettel Automotive Family of Dealerships
• Tami Spyker, Veritas! Pest Management, LLC
• Jesse Stine, Manatee County EMS
• Renee Stokes, Manatee County Library Services
• Jeffrey Szuts, Florida Power & Light
• Mitchell Teitelbaum, School Board of Manatee County
• Regina Thoma, School Board of Manatee County
• Steve Valley, School Board of Manatee County
• Michael Vejins, Raymond James & Associates Inc.
• Kyle Vickery, School Board of Manatee County
• Doug Wagner, Manatee Technical College
• Joni Wallace, School Board of Manatee County
• Ellen Walther, Gettel Automotive Family of Dealerships
• Cari Walz, Manatee County Public Works Department
• Tami Wankoff, Contingency Telecom Auditing, LLC
• Matt Whyte, Kirk-Pinkerton, P.A.
• Beth Work, Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County
• Gina Zadra, School Board of Manatee County
• Alex Zambrano, Florida Power & Light
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OUR COVER FEATURE
2015 Champions of H
Winners
Lifetime Achievement
George Thomas, MD
Bradenton Cardiology Center
Youth Volunteer
Cheyenne Doeberl
Southeast High School
Volunteer with the Florida Dept of
Health in Manatee County
Individual of Merit
Vernon DeSear
Manatee Healthcare System
Physician
Dwight Fitch, MD
21st Century Oncology
Congratulations!
The Manatee Chamber of Commerce named its 2015 Champions of Healthcare at a
gala awards breakfast on May 21. More than 300 people attended the awards event
in Lakewood Ranch to honor 74 nominees, 22 finalists and nine award winners.
"Once again this year, we received tremendous support for the Champions of
Healthcare Awards," said Jacki Dezelski, Executive Vice President for the Manatee
Chamber of Commerce. "These awards celebrate the important work so many
people, programs, business and institutions are doing in Manatee County to support
healthcare access and delivery, particularly work that is above and beyond anyone's
'day job.' The awards are designed to recognize impact, excellence and dedication.
The Champions of Healthcare Awards has become a signature program and this
year's program is a testament to the amazing work being done in our community.
Added to that is what a great morning it is! We're usually moved to tears because of
the generosity and service we hear about during the program."
Plans are already underway for next year's program and it is not too early to begin
thinking about nominating a deserving individual, organization, business or program
for the awards. It's also not too early to secure your sponsorship for the 2016
Champions of Healthcare Awards. Please contact Jacki Dezelski at 941-748-4842,
ext. 131.
Nurse
Katie Powers, RN
Manatee Memorial Hospital
Allied Health Professional
Jill Gass
We Care Manatee
Adult Volunteer
Brenda Gatcomb, RN
American Red Cross of SW Florida
Institution/Program
Manatee Children’s Services
Child Protection Team
Innovation/Research
BioLucid
THANK YOU TO OUR
PRESENTING SPONSOR:
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MAJOR MEDIA SPONSOR:
GE
UR
Healthcare Awards
Finalists
Individual of Merit
Jennifer Bencie, MD, Florida Department of Health
in Manatee County
Vernon DeSear, Manatee Healthcare System
Joseph Pecoraro, MD, Hearts Afire
Walter “Mickey” Presha, MCR Health Services
Physician
Alphonso A. Belsito, MD, Gastroenterology
Associates of Manatee
Dwight Fitch, MD, 21st Century Oncology
Peter J. Mattina, MD, Dermatology
Nurse
Stella Grant, RN, CHPN, OCN, Tidewell Hospice
Katie Powers, RN, Manatee Memorial Hospital
Cynthia Tanner, RN, BS, Blake Medical Center
Allied Health Professional
Ray Fusco
Jill Gass, We Care Manatee
Natalie Johnson, Manatee County Government,
YourChoice Health Plan
Adult Volunteer
Adele Barnes, Care Net Manasota Pregnancy Center
Brenda Gatcomb, RN, American Red Cross of
Southwest Florida
Gladys Mason, Blake Medical Center,
Volunteer Auxiliary
Institution/Program
LifeLink Foundation, Inc.
Manatee Children’s Services Child Protection Team
Manatee Memorial Hospital, Graduate Medical
Education Residency Program
Innovation/Research
BioLucid
Bob Goodman, Manasota Health Care of Florida
SunCoast Blood Bank
GENEROUS SPONSORS
CORPORATE SPONSORS:
A/V SPONSOR:
DECORATION SPONSOR:
2015 Champions of Healthcare Awards
Nominees
The Aesthetic & Wellness Center
John R. Ayres, MD, Coastal Orthopedics Sports Medicine & Pain
Management
Adele Barnes, Care Net Manasota Pregnancy Center
Mina Barsoum, Blake Medical Center Volunteer Auxillary
Alphonso A. Belsito, MD, Gastroenterology Associates of
Manatee
Jennifer Bencie, MD, Florida Department of Health in Manatee
County
BioLucid, Cardiovascular Interactive Healthcare
Mary Ellen Bond, MS, RN, CNRN, Blake Medical Center
RenÈ Bourdeau, MPT, Coastal Orthopedics Sports Medicine &
Pain Management
Richard H. Bundschu, MD, Coastal Orthopedics Sports
Medicine & Pain Management
David V. Cashen, MD, Coastal Orthopedics Sports Medicine &
Pain Management
Christy Castro, A Life At Home Health
Lucinda Clay, Blake Medical Center
Vernon DeSear, Manatee Healthcare System
Suzanne Dickie
Cheyenne Doeberl, Southeast High School,
Florida Department of Health in Manatee County
Michael Dunn, Cedar Hammock Fire Rescue
Dianne Evans, Blake Medical Center
The Eye Center Vision Foundation
Dwight Fitch, MD, 21st Century Oncology
Ray Fusco
Jill Gass, We Care Manatee
Brenda Gatcomb, RN, American Red Cross of Southwest
Florida
Gennady Gekht, MD, Coastal Orthopedics Sports Medicine &
Pain Management
Bob Goodman, Manasota Health Care of Florida
Stella Grant, RN, CHPN, OCN, Tidewell Hospice
Amanda L. Harber, Urgent Care, State Road 64
Patrick Healy, Manatee Memorial Hospital, Summer Teen
Program
Natalie Johnson, Manatee County Government, YourChoice
Health Plan
Daniel S. Lamar, MD, Coastal Orthopedics Sports Medicine &
Pain Management
LifeLink Foundation, Inc., Organ and Tissue Recovery
Sarah Luce, RN, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
Robert Lyons, Manatee High School,
Manatee County Youth Commission
Manatee Children’s Services, Child Protection Team
Manatee County Senior Advocacy Council,
A Life At Home Health
Manatee Memorial Hospital,
Graduate Medical Education Residency Program
Gladys Mason, Blake Medical Center, Volunteer Auxiliary
Peter J. Mattina, MD, Dermatology
Cyndi McMahon, Home Care of Tampa Bay, LLC
MCR Health Services
MitraClip Program, Manatee Memorial Hospital
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Andrew Moulton, MD, Sarasota Orthopedic Associates
Inda Mowett, MD, The Aesthetic & Wellness Center
Elizabeth Paradis, RNCM, Tidewell Hospice
Patient Care Technology Program, Manatee Technical College
Joseph Pecoraro, MD, Hearts Afire
Katie Powers, RN, Manatee Memorial Hospital, MOMM’s Place
Walter “Mickey” Presha, MCR Health Services
Melvin Price, MD, MCR Health Services
Kate Ross, MD, LA Plastic Surgery & Dermatology
SCF / LECOM Interprofessional Clinical and Educational
Training Program at SCF
SunCoast Blood Bank, Pathogen Reduction Implementation
Take Care Private Duty Home Care
Cynthia Tanner, RN, BS, Blake Medical Center Trauma
Outreach / Injury Prevention Coordinator
George Thomas, MD, Bradenton Cardiology Association
Alan L. Valadie, MD, Coastal Orthopedics Sports Medicine &
Pain Management
George VanBuren, MD, MCR Health Services
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MAY 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
www.firkins.com
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We Celebrate a Successful
Membership Campaign!
Thank You to Our
Campaign Volunteers
Our dynamic campaign volunteers made
great strides in recruiting new Chamber
members and are true champions for the
Chamber. Their efforts help the Manatee
Chamber of Commerce retain the "largest
Chamber in the Tampa Bay region" title and
allow us to continue delivering consistent
and powerful benefits to our members.
Top Recruiter:
George Manson, Manson Roofing
George and 39 of his closest friends will
enjoy a night out, complete with food and
beverage, at an upcoming Bradenton
Marauders game, compliments of the
Pittsburgh Pirates and
Bradenton Marauders.
2nd Place Recruiter:
Jeff Nickse, Accurate Benefit Solutions
Jeff took home a spectacular Island
Staycation package complete with
3-night stay and golf cart rental sponsored
by Duncan Real Estate, and a fine dining
certificate to the award-winning
Beach Bistro.
3rd Place Recruiter:
Phill Baker, Boyd Insurance &
Investment Services
Phill celebrates his success with a spiritsfilled YETI cooler compliments of Crowder
Brothers and Duncan Real Estate.
Top Producing Team:
Team Rod Benders - Captain Phill Baker
Team Rod Benders will enjoy a celebratory
dinner at Anna Maria Oyster Bar hosted by
John Horne.
Our Top Recruiters and Captains will
enjoy a celebratory dinner at the
award-winning Beach Bistro compliments
of Sean Murphy.
Thank You to Our Generous Campaign Sponsors
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Campaign Prize Donors
Air & Energy
Armstrong Brothers Plumbing
Arts & Eats Restaurant and Gallery
Bealls
Blalock Walters, P.A.
Boyd Insurance & Investment Services
Bradenton Country Club
Dr. Jennifer Bencie
Gettel Automotive Family of Dealerships
Hometown News
IMG Academy
Leibold Enterprises
Manatee Memorial Hospital
Mercedes Benz of Sarasota
Raymond James Wealth Management
Realize Bradenton
S2 Timing
Saint Stephen's Episcopal School
Sea Breeze Coffee
Suncoast Gems
Tampa Bay Bucs
Tara & Bill Poulton
University Park Country Club
USF Sarasota-Manatee
Webtivity Marketing & Design
Member Appreciation Cook-Out
June Current 2015
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The Manatee Chamber is honored to celebrate with our members for the opening
Anchored House Home Inspection
Beautiful Sei of Polynesia
Dixie-Southern
Grand Opening
(941) 518-7511
www.anchoredhouse.com
Grand Opening
(941) 527-8972
www.beautifulseiofpolynesia.net
New Location
842 62nd St. Cir. E.
Bradenton, FL 34208
(941) 776-1211
www.DixieSouthern.com
Edward Jones Investments - Joshua McCoy
Fred Astaire Dance Studios
Lakewood Ranch
The Hair Company
Grand Opening
4502 Cortez Rd. W., Ste. 105
Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 795-2783
www.edwardjones.com
Grand Opening
14415 SR70 East
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
(941) 405-4983
www.fredastaire.com/lakewoodranch
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EMAIL MARKETING
Make an impact?
Simply Better.
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Punch up
your message!
941-753-7574
101 Riverfront Drive
Suite 650
Bradenton FL 34205
Proud Chamber Business of the Year Winner
Manatee Chamber of Commerce
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Grand Opening
7304 Manatee Ave. W.
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 896-9987
www.wearethehaircompany.com
Cuttings
of new, expanded and remodeled offices, locations and facilities. Congratulations!
Lost Treasures of Cortez
Grand Opening
9516 Cortez Rd. W., Unit 7
Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 275-2996
www.LostTreasuresofCortez.com
Skin & Tonic Facial Bar, LLC
Grand Opening
4230 59th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 306-1227
www.skinandtonicfacialbar.com
Tim Lester International Realty
Grand Re-Opening
919 6th Street West
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 524-8465
www.TimLesterRealty.com
GRAND OPENING
RENOVATION
RELOCATION
CONTACT KIMBERLY KRAMER
(941) 748-4842 EXT 139
TO SCHEDULE A RIBBON CUTTING!!
Wheat + Water Italian Kitchen
Grand Opening
7303 52nd Pl. E.
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 216-3562
www.wheatpluswater.com
Is your website
MOBILE FRIENDLY?
941-753-7574
101 Riverfront Drive
Suite 650
Bradenton FL 34205
Proud Chamber Business of the Year Winner
June Current 2015
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“
Going tobacco free at
the fire department was a
big morale boost for our team. Staff
felt supported in making a healthy
choice, and Tobacco Free Manatee
made it easy with free guidance and
resources.”
- Asst Chief David Ezell
Going tobacco free at work
is a win-win for business and morale.
Contact us to get started!
tobacco free manatee .com
(941) 748-0747 x1211
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Member
News
Ellenton Ice & Sports
Complex and the Southwest Figure
Skating Club announced that Coaches Jim
Peterson, Lyndon Johnston and Amanda
Evora have been nominated by US Figure
Skating and the Professional Skaters
Association for the Developmental Coach
of the Year Award.
Blalock Walters, P.A. is pleased
to welcome attorney Jason H. Levy to its
Litigation practice group. Levy’s practice
involves the litigation of business disputes,
probate, estate and trust disputes,
employment, and construction law related
controversies. Levy earned his Juris Doctor
from the University of Florida Levin
College of Law in 2012 and a Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration with
a major in Finance from University of
Florida in 2009.
Community Haven for
Adults and Children with
Disabilities, Inc. recevied a
$10,000 Bank of America Charitable
Foundation grant. “This gracious gift helps
us continue to serve over 700 individuals
with disabilities”, says Marla Doss,
President and CEO of Community Haven.
standards-setting body for fi360. The AIF
designation signifies specialized knowledge
of fiduciary responsibility and the ability
to implement policies and procedures that
meet a defined standard of care.
SouthTech is proud to announce the
Center Montessori School
and its 3rd graders presented a $500
check to Turning Points on May 13. The
students raised money through a Holiday
Gift Market run entirely by the 3rd
graders.
addition of Kelly Lunsford as Business
Development Consultant to the SouthTech
team.
Gettel Toyota of Bradenton
Craft Trade Projects Category CSI Division
02 & 06 in the Gulf Coast Chapter of the
Associated Builders and Contractors' 2015
Excellence in Construction Awards.
SRQ Wealth Management
was recently award the “2014 Toyota
Certified Collision Center of the Year
Award." Toyota Motor Sales awards this
Hillstrom Facial Plastic
Surgery is pleased to announce that Dr. prestigious award to the dealer that best
exemplifies the spirt of certification.
Robert Hillstrom was recently recognized
by two national peer review organizations. Manatee County Clerk
For the nineteenth consecutive year (since of the Circuit Court &
1995), Dr. Hillstrom was voted one of the
Comptroller invites the public to
“Best Doctors in America” in a peer review the Grand Reopening of the Historic
survey of more than 30,000 physicians.
Courtoom on July 15 at 11:00 AM. The
Additionally, Dr. Hillstrom was chosen as
Courtroom has been restored to its 1913
one of the area’s “Top Doctors” by Castle
grandeur.
Connolly Medical Ltd. This marks the
fourth consecutive year that Dr. Hillstrom
Bradenton Christian
has earned this esteemed recognition.
School’s 6th graders organized a bake
sale
to benefit Mote Marine Laboratory’s
Turner Tree and Landscape
Turtle
Hospital and rasied $500.
won its 4th "Eagle" for first place in the
Shinn & Company is proud to
is proud that Karin A. Grablin, CPA,
CFP® was invited to the prestigious LPL
Financial Masters 2015 conference, an
event hosted for top performing advisors.
welcome Brandon Powers, tax manager, as
the newest addition to their team.
Bringing more than 15 years of public
accounting experience to his new role as
Tax Manager, Powers’ expertise includes
tax research, planning, preparation and
review, specializing in flow-through entity
taxation. He graduated from Transylvania
University with a Bachelors of Arts in
Accountancy and received his Master’s
Degree from the University of Cincinnati
with an emphasis on taxation.
Pittsburgh Pirates proudly
announces that Rachelle Madrigal has
been promoted to Director, Sales and
General Manager of Bradenton Marauders.
Madrigal has worked for the Pirates since
2007, most recently holding the title of
Manager, Sales and Marketing.
Kerkering, Barberio & Co. is
pleased to announce that Carl Watkins,
CFP®/CDFA™, has been awarded
the Accredited Investment Fiduciary®
(AIF®) designation from the Center for
Fiduciary Studies™ (the Center), the
June Current 2015
YO U R
HOMETOWN
C H O I C E FO R:
• Real Estate Sales
• Vacation Rentals
• Property Management
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Why I Love the Chamber...
Being a part of the Manatee
Chamber has afforded me
and my company, Coastal Eye
Institute (formerly Manatee
Sarasota Eye Clinic), numerous
opportunities. Most importantly
we have seen an increase in
the awareness of our practice
throughout the community. In
addition, we have been able
to gain insightful knowledge
and acquire useful skills from
the numerous seminar and
educational offerings.
As an active member of the
Leadership Committee for the
Manatee Young Professionals, I feel privileged to be able to
provide my input in the planning and direction of our prestigious
group. Through MYP I have made beneficial business contacts
and formed sincere friendships.
Thanks to the Chamber, I am able to network with other
professionals and receive great joy while doing so!
Michelle Hange
217 Manatee Ave E.,
Bradenton, FL 34208
Book Your Fall 2015 China Vacation
with the Manatee Chamber
Join the Manatee Chamber of Commerce and Citslinc International for an
amazing all-inclusive trip to China
October 19-27, 2015
With flights from JFK, three fantastic daily meals, 4-and 5-star hotels,
deluxe motorcoach transportation and English speaking tour guides.
You’ll visit Beijing, Suzhou, Hangzhou and Shanghai to see the Olympic
venues, the Great Wall, a beautiful jade factory, the Ming tombs, Tian
An Men Square, the Palace Museum, the Temple of Heaven, and much
more. The cost is $2,399 per person based on double occupancy for
Manatee Chamber members, $2,699 per person for non-members.
If you have specific questions or wish to join us on the trip, contact
Carey Miller at 941-748-4842, ext. 113.
(941)748-1818
9 Days from $2,399 Per Person Air/Land • October 19-27, 2015
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Chamber
Friends
Are Here
to Help!
Simply Better.
Beth Trent
BB&T Manatee
Chamber Friend
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Are you invisible on the
SEARCH
ENGINES?
Chamber Friends are seasoned members
well-versed in Chamber benefits and
services to help you get the most out of
your membership. These “ambassadors”
of the Chamber help us welcome new
members, re-engage existing members,
and ensure that all feel connected.
Increase your
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Interested in becoming a Chamber Friend?
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Contact Kim Dalglish or Leigh Weger at
941-748-3411
ManateeChamber.com/ChamberFriends
2nd Annual
SPORTING CLAYS FUN SHOOT
It was a beautiful day at the gun range as over 90 shooters participated in the Chamber’s 2nd annual
Sporting Clays Fun Shoot on Friday, April 24 at Ancient Oak Gun Club. Participants successfully
completed a 50-clay shoot with two individuals hitting 48 out of 50 clays. The event wrapped up with
a Cowboy Cookout complete with cowboy beans and swamp cabbage sponsored by SMR Ranch.
Congratulations to the following teams and
individual shooters:
FIRST PLACE TEAM
Gator Plumbing
SECOND PLACE TEAM
FIRST
PLACE
SECOND
PLACE
Helm Vault Service, Inc.
THIRD PLACE TEAM
Suncoast Roofers Supply
HIGHEST INDIVIDUAL
SHOOTER
Gary Russ,
Gator Plumbing Team
HIGHEST FEMALE SHOOTER
THIRD
PLACE
Darcie Duncan,
Duncan Real Estate
WHITE CLAYS
CONTEST
Tim Wallace and
Norman Powe
HIGHEST INDIVIDUAL
SHOOTER
HIGHEST FEMALE
SHOOTER
Thank You to Our Raffle,
Goody Bag and Door Prizes
Contributors:
Chicken Kitchen
TreeUmph! Adventure Course
Shoot Straight
Champ Sports
Custom Engraving
AMF Bowling
Smugglers Cove
Air & Energy
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
River Club Car Wash
Sport Clips
Anna Maria Oyster Bar
Pittsburgh Pirates/Bradenton Marauders
Sabrina’s Gulf Coast Window Cleaning
Duncan Real Estate
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June Current 2015
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NEW MEMBERS
As of Publication Deadline - April 15 - May 14
A. Raydon Window Co.
1402 Ninth Ave. E., Bradenton, FL 34208
(941) 748-7815
Windows and Doors
1833 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34211
www.acapulcotogo.com
(941) 708-3308
Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns
Advanced Dental Care
8640 State Rd. 70 E., Ste. D., Bradenton, FL 34202
www.adc-fl.com
(941) 756-3410
Dentists
American Veteran Inspection
BananaBug Designs
www.bananabugdesigns.com
(941) 527-8797
Screenprinting and Embroidered Apparel and Gifts
Beautiful Sei of Polynesia
www.beautifulseiofpolynesia.net
(941) 527-8972
Entertainment
(941) 795-2211
Real Estate – Residential
Computer Savvy Repair
6000 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd., Sarasota, FL 34243
www.ComputerSavvyUniversity.com
(941) 702-5324
Computer Sales and Service
Cooper Creek Dental
8460 Cooper Creek Blvd, Ste. 103
University Park, FL 34201
www.coopercreekdental.com
(941) 366-1010
Dentists
6292 Tower Lane, Sarasota, FL 34240
www.DBWeldingandFab.com
(941) 587-2951
Manufacturers
(941) 812-2238
Bakeries
Blinds & Designs of Florida
2123 University Pkwy., Sarasota, FL 34243
www.blindsanddesignsofflorida.com
(941) 360-9200
Blinds, Window Treatments, Draperies, Shutters
Blue Jasper Restaurant & Catering
www.ManateeChamber.com
Coldwell Banker - Jerry Cercone
D.B. Welding & Fabrication
BiteMeCookies by Cindy
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(formerly Manatee Sarasota Eye Clinic)
6310 Health Park Way, Ste. 340
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
www.CoastalEye.com
(941) 748-1818
Ophthalmologists, Optometrists, and Opticians
2711 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton, FL 34208
www.compassexperience.com
(941) 779-8603
Furniture and Furnishings
8130 Lakewood Main St., #103, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
www.balloonistry.com
(800) 620-7738
Gifts and Gift Shops
1324 17th Ave. West, Bradenton, FL 34205
www.BradentonVeterinary.com
(941) 746-2252
Veterinary and Animal Services
Coastal Eye Institute
Compass Experience
Balloonistry
Bradenton Veterinary Hospital
Harris Rock Shop
101 Amsterdam Ave., Ellenton, FL 34222
www.colonycove.mhvillage.com
(941) 722-7874
Manufactured Home Communities
Assurity Financial Group Member of Beesure Services, Inc.
2048 43rd Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34205
www.assurity.us
(941) 739-5006
Financial Planning and Services
704 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton, FL 34208
(941) 896-9805
Automotive Repair and Parts
Cecil's Emporium
Colony Cove
www.americanvetinsp.com
Handyman - Home Improvement
Bradenton Auto Clinic
Electrical Wholesalers
2200 U.S. Hwy. 301 North, Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 722-2244
Auto Collision and Painting
12348 U.S. 301 North, Parrish, FL 34219
(941) 479-7817
Antiques and Collectible Merchandise
Acapulco Restaurant
5718 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 896-4874
Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns
Caliber Collision
di Moda Salon
2240 Whitfield Industrial Way, Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 243-3969
Electrical Supply Companies
(941) 748-1608
Minerals and Gemstones
Higher Standards
www.higherstandards.net
Credit Card and Merchant Serv, Payment Processing
Honeycomb Company of America, Inc.
1950 Limbus Ave., Sarasota, FL 34243
www.hcoainc.com
(941) 756-8781
Manufacturers
Hospitality Associates
3911 Golf Park Loop, #103, Bradenton, FL 34203
www.hospitality-associates.com
(941) 365-2220
Employment and Temporary Help Agencies
Hultman Sensenig + Joshi, P.A.
2055 Wood Street, Ste. 208, Sarasota, FL 34237
www.hsjlawfirm.com
(941) 953-2828
Attorneys
Intertrade
435 12th Street W., Bradenton, FL 34205
www.intertradecapital.com
(941) 870-5560
Computer Software and Consulting Services
Jimmy John's
1001 3rd Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 720-2252
Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns
KBH Enterprises
www.karinabheart.com
(941) 877-1271
Life Coach
Keller Williams On The Water Realty Kathy Cahill
1301 6th Ave. W., Ste. 100, Bradenton, FL 34205
www.KathyCahillRealEstate.com
(941) 807-3565
Real Estate - Residential
5901 53rd Ave. E., Bradenton, FL 34203
www.dimodahairsalon.com
(941) 755-5339
Hair Salons and Barber Shoppes
Kings Service Truck & Auto Repair
Dream Dek
Kool Stuff
Economic Frauds Detection &
Prevention, Inc.
L&W Supply
PO Box 25124, Sarasota, FL 34277
www.dreamdek.com
(941) 323-4410
Pool Deck Resurfacing
1023 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34205
www.economicfrauds.net
(941) 896-7912
Social Networking
Manatee Chamber of Commerce
| June Current 2015
207 30th Ave. W., Unit 4, Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 748-7973
Automotive Repair and Parts
PO Box 663, Ellenton, FL 34222
www.ekoolstuff.com
(941) 224-0956
Promotional Products and Advertising Specialties
2510 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton, FL 34208
www.lwsupply.com
(941) 714-0933
Distributors
NEW MEMBERS
Old School Motor Works
SweetBerries, Inc.
Pete Kelley Plumbing, Inc.
Tempo News
Primary Air Heating & Cooling, Inc.
The Hair Company
5107 Lena Rd., #101
Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 251-7811
Automotive Restoration
Len's Roofing, Inc.
927 37th Ave. E., Bradenton, FL 34208
www.lensroofing.com
(941) 896-7897
Roofing Contractors
1020 136th St. N.E.
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 747-4791
Plumbing
Liberty Mutual
301 N. Cattlemen Rd., Ste. 109
Sarasota, FL 34232
www.LibertyMutual.com
(941) 379-2211
Insurance
www.primaryair.com
(941) 746-7852
Air Conditioning and Heating Contractors
Lost Treasures of Cortez
9516 Cortez Rd. W., Unit 7
Bradenton, FL 34210
www.LostTreasuresofCortez.com
(941) 275-2996
Thrift Shops
Pro Marine, Inc.
M&R Audio
404 7th St. E., Bradenton, FL 34208
www.mandraudio.com
(941) 524-2281
Electronics and Audio Integration
MacAllisters Grill & Tavern
8110 Lakewood Main St.
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
www.macallisters.com
(941) 359-2424
Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns
Mar/Kis Insurance Agency, Inc.
2228 9th St. W., Bradenton, FL 34205
www.markisinsurance.com
(941) 747-6822
Insurance
Rawsome Living, LLC
The Sea Hagg, Inc.
12211 23rd St. E., Parrish, FL 34219
www.rawsomeliving.org
(801) 824-2525
Water - Filtered and Filtration Systems
12304 Cortez Rd. W., Cortez, FL 34215
www.seahagg.com
(941) 795-5756
Antiques and Collectible Merchandise
Red Horse USA
The UPS Store 5184
11523 Palmbrush Dr., Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
(941) 751-6245
Packing and Shipping
Richard Gallina
12507 Cortez Rd. W., Cortez, FL 34215
(941) 567-6206
Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns
Schappacher Engineering, LLC
Individual Members
3604 53rd Ave. East, Bradenton, FL 34203
www.schappachereng.com
(941) 748-8340
Engineering and Design Services
Mr. Clean Mobile Detailing
Simply the Best Inflatables
886 South Yackinghouse Rd., Sarasota, FL 34232
www.STBInflatables.com
(866) 386-3861
Party Inflatables
(941) 580-1233
Car Wash and Detail Centers
Mr. Mark Collins
Individual Members
MSC Mortgage
Southern Grown Landscaping
100 S. Washington Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34236
www.mscmortgage.com
(941) 308-2222
Mortgages and Brokers
MSD Engineering, LLC.
11503 Sweetflag Drive
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
www.msdengineering.net
(941) 400-0935
Engineering - Forensic
Neil Spirtas
Individual Members
3824 5th Ave. W., Palmetto, FL 34221
www.kc-group.net
(941) 600-2133
Remodeling, Home Repair and Improvements
5317 Lena Road, Ste. 105, Bradenton, FL 34211
www.winbagusa.com
(941) 896-7907
Accessories and Organizational Tools
2250 Wilderness Blvd. W., Parrish, FL 34219
www.riverwildernesscc.com
(941) 776-2691
Country Clubs
Mr. Charles N. Moneyhan
7304 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34209
www.wearethehaircompany.com
(941) 896-9987
Hair Salons and Barber Shoppes
The KC Group, LLC
River Wilderness Golf & Country Club
7186 21st St. E., Sarasota, FL 34243
www.MISinspect.com
(941) 358-1901
Inspection - Building, Home, Structural,
Wind Mitigation
2826 Leonard Reid Ave., Sarasota, FL 34234
www.temponewsflorida.com
(941) 359-1065
Newspapers
5005 US Hwy. 301 N.
Palmetto, FL 34221
www.promarineusa.com
(941) 721-3000
Marine Equipment, Supplies and Sales
Individual Members
Marquette Inspection, Inc.
4500 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34209
www.sweetberries.com
(941) 750-6771
Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns
602 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34205
www.sglandscapers.com
(941) 844-sglawns
Lawn and Landscape Contractors and Maintenance
Spherion Staffing
8454 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd., Sarasota, FL 34243
www.spherion.com
(941) 351-0656
Employment and Temporary Help Agencies
Suncoast Professional Photography
www.suncoast.photography
(941) 348-0155
Photography - Photographers
June Current 2015
Tide Tables Restaurant & Marina
Tint Shark
4403 57th St. W., Bradenton, FL 34210
www.tintshark.com
(941) 448-7495
Window Tinting
Top to Bottom Pool Service, Inc.
(941) 773 -7389
Pool Supplies and Services
Valerie Bliss
Individual Members
Wheat + Water Italian Kitchen
7303 52nd Pl. E., Bradenton, FL 34203
www.wheatpluswater.com
(941) 216-3562
Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns
William L. Axline
14708 Newtownmore Ln., Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
(941) 907-6004
Individual Members
Your Trainers Group
306 Whitfield Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34231
www.yourtrainersgroup.us
(941) 730-3618
Training and Development
Zurvita - Zeal for Life
www.livezealforlife.com
(941) 448-8843
Health and Wellness
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RENEWING MEMBERS
As of Publication Deadline
2010 – 5 Years
Tropicana Products
American Cancer Society
Bob Evans Restaurant
Certified Fleet Services
Palma Sola Development, Inc.
SunCoast Blood Bank
Superior Rescreening, Inc.
1977 – 38 Years
2011 – 4 Years
Jake’s Automotive
Atlas Insurance
Hibu
Manatee County Senior Advocacy Council
Suncoast Center for Independent
Living
1962 – 53 Years
Blalock Walters, P.A.
1964 – 51 Years
1985 – 30 Years
Easter Seals Southwest Florida
1986 – 29 Years
The Fox Business Group, LLC
1988 – 27 Years
2012 – 3 Years
Jiffy Lube
Blalock Walters, P.A. – Sarasota
MedTel Services, LLC
1990 – 15 Years
2013 – 2 years
Publix
1998 – 17 Years
Bradenton Health Care
1999 – 16 Years
Community Haven for Adults and
Children with Disabilities, Inc.
2001 – 14 Years
Riverfront Nursing & Rehabilitation
2003 – 12 Years
New College of Florida
2004 – 11 years
Keller Williams Realty –
Maryann Lawler
Walmart #3474
2007 – 8 Years
All Children’s Therapy Center
at Lakewood Ranch
Casa Mora Rehabilitation and
Extended Care
Magic Scissors Alterations
Terra Ceia Village Resort
2008 – 7 Years
Najmy Thompson, P.L.
2009 – 6 Years
Join Us to Celebrate Small Businesses!
36th Annual Manatee
SMALL BUSINESS
OF THE YEAR
Awards Luncheon
MCR Health Services, Inc.
Floor & Décor
Moseley Investment Management, Goodwood & Stone Builders, LLC
Gulfshore Media - Publisher of Inc.
Sarasota Magazine, Biz(941),
and SEE Sarasota
1993 – 22 Years
Pinot Picasso, LLC
Tampa Bay Lightning
SprinklerWorks
1995 – 20 Years
SAVE THE DATE
2014 – 1 Year
All Things Repaired
Chili’s Bar and Grill
Corwin’s Ice Cream and Smoothies
Hair Cuttery – Manatee
Lawnbiotics
Prodigy, Inc.
Wagner Realty – Mark Reemelin
West Coast Woman’s Club
Friday, September 18, 2015
11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Renaissance on 9th
1816 Ninth Street West, Bradenton
Do you have a Small Business that you would
like to recognize?
Nominations are now due for the
36th Annual Manatee Small Business
of the Year Awards at
www.ManateeChamber.com/Nomination
$20
OFF*
SUPPORTING SPONSORS:
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Manatee Chamber of Commerce
PRESENTING SPONSOR:
| June Current 2015
HOSTED BY:
Meet New Friends and Make Powerful
Business Connections
A Members-Only Networking Event
Enjoy a tasty meal in a fun, casual setting where you can expand your
network with other positive-thinking professionals. Held the first and third
Wednesdays of each month, Power Connection Lunch is your opportunity
to market your business to current and potential customers.
Upcoming lunch dates and locations:
June 3
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Cedar Reef Fish Camp
Twelve Oaks Plaza SR. 70
7240 55th Ave East
Bradenton, FL 34203
June 17
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Stonewood Grill and Tavern
5415 University Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34201
July 1
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Lakewood Ranch Chamber
Catered by Sonny's BBQ
4215 Concept Court
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Power Connection Lunch is a great opportunity to network and connect in a setting that allows for one-on-one interaction.
Each attendee is invited to give a brief commercial on your business, products, and/or services while making valuable
business connections.
Chamber Member Cost to Attend is $12
RSVP to Kimberly Kramer at KimK@ManateeChamber.com or call (941) 748-4842, ext. 139; or register online at
ManateeChamber.com/Events
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Current!
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941-748-4842, ext. 116
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SOCIAL
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Join the Conversation!
2014 Manatee Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year.
Contact Darcie Duncan
for a personal approach
to your real estate needs
that will always make
you feel at home.
941-753-7574
101 Riverfront Drive
Suite 650
Bradenton FL 34205
Proud Chamber Business of the Year Winner
941.779.0304
teamduncan.com
Residential Sales • Investment Properties • Vacation & Annual Rentals • Property Management
June Current 2015
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JULY
JUNE
Events
Network & Connect
Activities
Learn Something New
Tue.
2
BBC Advisory Committee
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Wed.
3
Power Connection Lunch
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Healthcare Committee Meeting
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Thur.
4
Breakfast with the Chairman
7:45 - 9:00 AM Fri.
5
Executive Sales Workshop
9:00 - 11:00 AM
MYP Leadership Committee Meeting
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Tue.
9
Business After Hours
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Thur. 11
MYP Networking Social
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Leadership Manatee Board Meeting
12:30 - 3:30 PM
Fri.
12
Transportation Committee Meeting
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Tue.
16
Green Business Committee Meeting
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Wed. 17
Power Connection Lunch
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Thur. 18
Bagels & Benefits Member Reception
7:45 - 9:00 AM
VIP Luncheon FDOT Secretary
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Natural Resources Committee Meeting
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Fri.
Wed.24 Chamber Executive Committee Meeting
7:45 - 9:00 AM
MYP Power Networking Lunch
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Urban Infill & Revitalization Meeting
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Thur. 25
Coffee Club
7:45 - 9:00 AM
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Downtown Redevelopment Committee
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Fri.
Tue.
30
Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
4:00 PM
Bradenton Board Room
Cedar Reef Fish Camp
Bradenton Board Room
Lakewood Ranch Board Room
Lakewood Ranch Office
Bradenton Board Room
Blake Medical Center
Buffalo Wild Wings
Kiwanis Hall
Bradenton Board Room
Bradenton Board Room
Stonewood Grill and Tavern
Bradenton Board Room
Holiday Inn SRQ
Bradenton Board Room
Bradenton Board Room
Texas Roadhouse
Bradenton Board Room
"Historic" Manasota Memorial
Park and Funeral Home
Bradenton Board Room
Bradenton Board Room
Wed.
1
Power Connection Lunch Catered by Sonny's BBQ 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Lakewood Ranch Board Room
Healthcare Committee Meeting
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Bradenton Board Room
Fri.
3
Independence Day Holiday Observance
Chamber Office Closed
Tue.
7
BBC Advisory Committee
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Bradenton Board Room
Thur.
9
MYP Networking Social
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Pier 22
Tue.
14
Business After Hours
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Peace River Electric Co-Op., Inc.
Wed.15
Power Connection Lunch
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM MacAllisters Grill & Tavern
Coffee Club - "United Way Campaign Kickoff"
7:45 - 9:00 AM
Renaissance on 9th
Thur. 23
Tue.
28
Seminar - Power of Visual Sharing
2:00 - 4:00 PM
Lakewood Ranch Board Room
Wed.29 MYP Power Networking Lunch
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM Rennaissance on 9th
JUNE
9
Sponsored
by
Blake Medical Center
2020 59th St. W.
Bradenton, 34209
5:00-7:00 PM
JUNE
11
Sponsored
by
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Great Networking with Complimentary
Hors d'oeuvres & Door Prizes
Don't forget your business cards!
Buffalo Wild Wings
5235 University Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34201
5:00-7:00 PM
JUNE
Casual Business Networking for
Young Professionals,
Complimentary Appetizers & Cash Bar
Manatee & Sarasota Counties
Manatee Chamber of Commerce
| June Current 2015
Continental Breakfast with
Tropicana OJ, Announcements,
Door Prizes & Quality Networking
Manasota Memorial Park and Funeral Home
1221 53rd Ave East,
Bradenton, FL 34203
c.
Thursday, August 6
4:00 – 7:00pm
Presenting Sponsor:
at Port Manatee, 300 Tampa Bay Way, Palmetto
Don’t Miss the Boat!
Showcase Your Business at this Annual Favorite!
Narrated Tours of the Port • Entertainment • Networking
Door Prizes • Complimentary Appetizers • Cash Bar
Corporate Sponsors:
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6’ x 8’ Booth - $295
Includes 6-foot skirted table, two chairs,
curtain backdrop with sides, identification sign
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For Sponsorship opportunities contact
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Includes 8-foot skirted table, two chairs,
curtain backdrop with sides, identification sign
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