Teaching To excellence The Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2015 Teaching to Excellence Event on Thursday, August 20 at the Regent. We celebrated our local Teachers of the Year and their Principals, as well as welcomed New Teachers working here in the greater Riv-erview community. In addition to the delicious hot breakfast and comradery, each teacher left the event with a large tote bag filled with school supplies, thanks to the generosity of our members. The event was attended by nearly 400 teachers, administrators, and local business owners. Many thanks to all of our sponsors and volunteers, particularly Sam’s Club #4801, The Miss Buckle-Up Princess Foundation, Inc., CenterState Bank, South Bay Hospital, The Mosaic Company, The Regent, HCC @ The Regent, Jake Raburn, Florida House of Representatives District 57 and Suncoast Credit Union.

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www.RiverviewChamber.com (813) 234-5944

Thrivent FinancialSeptember 18thCelebrating an Expansion407 N Parsons Ave, Suite 101, Brandonwww.thrivent.com (813) 626-5489

Econo Car RentalSeptember 30thCelebrating a new Company Name9017 E Adamo Dr, #115, Tampawww.econoautorent.com (813) 999-4920

The Trey Curry FoundationSeptember 23rdBusiness After Hours750 west Lumsden Rd, Brandonwww.treycurryfoundation.org (813) 655-0269

Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies:

GRCC 2015 PresidentJennifer Caskey

CenterState Bank

President’s Message:As we finish up the 3rd quarter, stop, reflect and do a self/business assessment…

Are you getting closer to accomplishing your 2015 goals? How’s business? There’s still time to reach those goals.

It’s hard to imagine how fast this year is going. Still ahead; October – Trick or Treat Street, November – Thanksgiving, and December – Christmas.

It’s not too late to jump on board with the Trick or Treat Street committee or get a booth at the event. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas please give the chamber a call…

Then with the New Year quickly approaching we will be celebrating our Chamber’s 50th Anniversary. Get ready for some fun…

Until next month…God Bless you and God Bless America,

Jennifer

An Association to Educate and Develop Tomorrows Leaders

Monthly Networking Opportunities Educational Lunches 1ST Wednesday 11:30a.m.—1:00p.m.

Check the Week At A Glance for Details

After-Hours Socials 3RD Wednesday

5:30p.m.—7:30p.m. & Sorry to See you Go...Aaron’s, CrossFit Body Mechanic, Juice Plus+, Labor Finders, Latam Catering, Law Office of Constance Daniels, Marissa Borden, McDoogan Enterprises, LLC, Movement Mortgage, Pacifica Senior Living, Tampa Bay Arts and Education Network, Women’s Health & Wellness, Zoecklein Law, PA

Mark your CalendarsOctober 7 - SSYPA LuncheonEmbassy Suites Tampa - Brandon

October 24 - Trick or Trick StreetRiverview High School

November 3 - After Hours Event at SouthShore Uncorked

December 8, 2015 - Open House at the Resort & Club at Little Harbor

January 15, 2016 Annual Dinner & AwardsCelebrating 50 Years!

Join the TCOB Group Thursdays

7:30 -9:00 amTheAlley

Connie Bishop (785) 550-3299Retired RN

Duffey Tree CareHolly Hollenbeck (813) 381-4329333 N Falkenburg Rd, 101, Tampawww.duffeytreecare.com

Elevated Learning Center Nicole Jagmohan (813) 446-2709elevatedlearningcenter.com

go2techproBill Whittaker (813) 679-1719www.go2techpro.com

Jamberrynails Ashley Allen (813) 373-8535www.ashleypaigeallen.jamberrynails.net

Soaring Eagle Consultaing1422 Apollo Beach Blvd, Apollo Beach,

Teena Stewart (813) 641-3434www.soaringeagle.guru

StreamCora Simon (813) 465-4328

www.savewithcora.mystream.com

Neal Signature Homes Nicole Brooks (941) 328-1030

5800 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Sarasota www.nealcommunities.com

William Ryan HomesMike Maclellan (813) 627-9040

www.WilliamRyanHomes.com

Welcome New Members!

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THANK YOU FOR RENEWING• A. Gann Plumbing Service Company• Alvarez Plumbing Company• Anytime Fitness (Bloomingdale)• ATAP Solutions Inc• Brandon Family Law Center LLC• Camp Bow Wow Tampa South Shore• Consulate Health Care of Brandon• Fancy That Specialty Linens LLC• Fidelity National Title of Florida, Inc.• Friends of the Bloomingdale

Regional Library

• Glisson Inspection Services Inc.• Law Office of George Hunter, P.A.• McNeil Management Services, Inc.• Morningstar Electric, LLC• Nusurance Corp• Pacifica Senior Living Sun City• Pearson Capital, Inc.• St. Stephen Catholic Church• SunTrust Bank - Boyette Road• The Alley At South Shore• Winn-Dixie Stores

Dwayne Lewis, a former US Marine Corps member, became the owner of EmbroidMe of Bran-don when he and Tammy, his wife, opened their Brandon shop in August 2014. Although the name can be deceiving, EmbroidMe of Brandon is not just an embroidery shop. The Brandon location offers a broad range of services, partnering with a large number of businesses, organi-zations, and individuals to create the professional image they’re looking for. From baby shower gifts and personalized bath towels to school uniforms and jerseys for sports teams, EmbroidMe of Brandon can personalize and print on just about any item or promotional products you can think of. The family business regularly adds a special touch to items like cups, hats, shirts, mouse pads, bags, pens and so much more. For more information, call 813-653-1590 or visit www.embroidme-brandon.com.EmbroidMe of Brandon is located at 2120 W. Brandon Blvd, Brandon.

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2014 Business of the Year (up to 20 employees)Waypoint Property Inspection, LLC2014 Business of the Year (over 20 employees)The Alley at SouthShore2014 Riverview Citizen of the YearJill Andrew Superior Residences of Brandon Memory Care2014 Ambassador of the YearMichelle MosherSouthshore Insurance Professionals, LLC2014 Margy Watkins Volunteer of the YearJoe Zuba - RetiredJP Morgan Chase2014 Shining Star of the YearEd Wait - Zip Stamps2015 Honorary Mayor of RiverviewChristian Beiter, CFP

BrandonRegionalHospital.com

For a Physician Referral, Call 813-653-1065

awardS winnerS:2014 Business of the Year (3 or less employees)James J Pulkowski, CPA, PA

President Jennifer Caskey, CenterState Bank, RiverviewPresident Elect Dr. Bryan Thatcher, Thatcher PropertiesTreasurer Joe Nichols, Railroad & Industrial Federal Credit Union Treasurer Elect James Pulkowski, CPA, James J Pulkowski, CPA, PABoard Emeritus Jim Johnson, RetiredPast President Joe Eletto, Century 21 BegginsHonorary Mayor Christian Beiter, CFP, Preservation 1st Financial Group, LLCAndrea White, Bright House NetworksDixie Brady, Esq., Pilka & Associates, PADouglas Goodman, Brandon Regional HospitalElijah Heath, CFP, Edward JonesJill Andrew, Superior Residences of Brandon Memory CareMichael Beiter, Preservation 1st Financial Group, LLCMichelle Mosher, Southshore Insurance Professionals, LLCNeil Beckingham, The Mosaic CompanyPearl Chiarenza, Bodyworks Health & Wellness Center Richard Rohde, R Processor, Inc.Theresa Turner, CPA, TaxHappens, LLC

GRCC StaffTanya Doran,Executive Director

Debbie Kirkland,Assistant Executive Director

Beth Galic,Administrative Specialist

Kayla Montrose,Administrative Assistant

2015 Board of Directors

No Cost Monthly Business Consulting

Remember you can schedule a complimentary one-on-one meeting with one of our expert Certified Business Consultants at the Greater Riverview Chamber office on an upcoming Thursday. To schedule a confidential meeting, please call the chamber office at 813-234-5944. These services are provided at no cost to you, and it’s a great way to gain valuable business information.

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A Safe Family-Friendly Fun Event!

Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office

Organized by:

27th Annual

Saturday, October 24TH 4-8PM Riverview High School 11311 Boyette Rd. Riverview

FUN FREE ACTIVITIES

TRICK-OR-TREAT LINE

CANDY AND GAMES

SCARE ZONE

ENTERTAINMENT

For information regarding the event, contact: Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce

www.RiverviewChamber.com

10012 Water Works Lane Riverview, FL 33578 (813) 234-5944 Info@RiverviewChamber.com

EXTENDED ACTIVITES AVAILABLE AT NOMINAL COSTS

GAMES ACTIVITIES

ENLARGED FOOD VENDOR SELECTIONS

THIS YEAR

Riverview High School

Kids

Costume Contest

Sponsored by:

$5 registration at event

0 - 3 years: 5:00 pm 4 - 7 years: 5:30 pm

8 - 11 years: 6:30 pm 12 - 15 years: 7:00 pm

Dog Costume Contest

Sponsored by:

Four Paws Veterinary Hospital

$10 donation to benefit C.A.R.E. (Critter Adoption & Rescue Effort, Inc.)

All Size Dogs:

6:00 pm

Parking Donation $5 per Carload

Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors

Elijah Heath

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE

Buckhorn Springs Golf and Country Club

Presented by Mosaic

www.brandonkiwanis.com Or contact Gena Schaffer at schaffergl@aol.com

Kiwanis Club of Greater Brandon

15th Annual

Terrific Kids

Golf Tournament

November 5, 2015

Serving the Greater Brandon

Community since 1960!

Come join us as we raise funds to

support the Terrific Kids program,

a student recognition program that

promotes character development,

self-esteem and perseverance.

Students work with their teacher to

establish goals to improve behav-

ior, peer relationships, attendance

or schoolwork and to reach their

goal during a specific time period.

All students reaching their goals

are recognized as Terrific Kids!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Hole Sponsor $100

Club Sponsor $250

Course Sponsor $500

Premier Sponsor $1000

Lead Sponsor $3000 Filled! Thanks Mosaic

Registration

Individual $85

Foursome $350

Longest drive, closest to the pin, putting and hole in one contests. Plus raffles, Chest of Cheer Raffle, and silent auction. Lunch and Dinner provided.

Greater Brandon

Kiwanis is coming to Riverview and You Are Invited…

On Thursday, October 22, 6:00 pm

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, 13326 Lincoln Rd, Riverview

For questions or to RSVP contact Chris Kazor

ckazor@nusurance.com

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Brandon is forming an evening group in Riverview. This group is geared towards work-

ing people who are unable to meet at the usual meeting times, who prefer to meet less often due to busy lives, but still

want to participate in community service and be part of a great organization.

What is Kiwanis?

Kiwanis is for individuals who desire personal involvement in the leadership and improvement of our community. The

major focus of Kiwanis is on youth, and we have many different projects that target our community’s young people.

The Riverview group will have the opportunity to identify new areas of need and come up with their own service pro-

jects.

Some of What We Currently Do…

Terrific Kids program in 23 area elementary schools

Key Club at Brandon, Riverview and Armwood High Schools

K-Kids Clubs at Nelson & FishHawk Creek Elementary Schools

Partner with Goodwill Suncoast Bookworks to read and give books to 16 Head Start, ESE, and Pre-K classes

Participate in Brandon ECHO food drives

Participate in Brandon 4th of July Parade

Partner with Mosaic and Feeding America Tampa Bay providing weekend food for students in need at Gibsonton

Elementary

Adopt A Road, Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful,

Benefits of Membership in Greater Brandon Kiwanis

Membership in our Kiwanis club will give you the chance to meet other local business people and concerned communi-

ty leaders, an opportunity for great fellowship and a chance to have an impact on your community. Plus we’re a lot of

fun!

Serving Our Community Since 1960

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