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The Official Publication of the Manatee Chamber of Commerce July 2019

5-Star Accredited by the U.S. Chamber of CommerceFour-Time Winner Florida Chamber of the Year

National Chamber of the Year

Congratulations to Our 2019 Award Winners:Champions of Healthcare Awards

Lifetime Achievement: David Law, MD, Turning Points - One Stop Clinic

Front Row: Michael Mackie, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision Foundation; Emma Bittar, Youth Volunteer, Healthy Teens Coalition; Madison Easterling, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision Foundation; Sarah Mackie, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision Foundation; Paige Laudicina, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision

Foundation; Brad Laudicina, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision Foundation; Shauniece Lee, BAS, LPN, CHPLN, Tidewell Hospice; Candace Smith, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, Manatee Memorial Hospital.

Top Row: Doug Wagner, School District of Manatee County; Ralph Gonzalez, MD, Manatee Memorial Hospital; Douglas Black, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision Foundation; David Miller, AP, LAc, MSTOM, Pharmedico Pharmacy; Scott Clulow, DO, Manatee Family Physicians.

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MISSION:To build a positive business

environment while enhancingthe community’s quality of life.

The Manatee Chamber of Commerce’s Current magazine is published monthly and distributed

to more than 3,000 businesses and community leaders. It is an

advertising medium available only to Chamber members.

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The Current magazine is proudly published by

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEChairman .................................................................................................................Bill Poulton, Tropicana ProductsImmediate Past Chairman ...............................................................................Darcie Duncan, Duncan Real EstateChairman-Elect ..................................................................................... Ernie Withers, Mercedes-Benz of SarasotaTreasurer ........................................................................................Jeff Podobnik, Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club Vice Chairman, Membership ................................................................Christy Cardillo, Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLCVice Chairman, Public Policy & Small Business ............................................Rick Bisio, The Educated FranchiseeVice Chairman, Workforce & Community Development ..........Phill Baker, Boyd Insurance & Investment ServicesPresident | CEO ........................................................................... Jacki Dezelski, Manatee Chamber of Commerce

MANATEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFFTerri Behling, Vice President, Workforce and Community Development [email protected], ext. 172Kim Dalglish, IOM, Vice President, Membership ................................. [email protected], ext. 121Jacki Dezelski, IOM, President | CEO ................................................ [email protected], ext. 131Tim Estep, Member Engagement Manager ..........................................TimE@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 275Tim Fenimore, Membership Development Representative ................... [email protected], ext. 241 Michael Gallen, Esq., Vice Pres., Public Policy & Small Business [email protected], ext. 124Carole Guevara, Information Specialist .............................................CaroleG@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 200Kimberly Henley, Program & Events Manager [email protected], ext. 139Erica Massey, Executive Assistant, Public Policy & Small Business [email protected], ext. 123 Carey Miller, Office Administrator ......................................................CareyM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 113 Cara Misiewicz, Executive Assistant, Membership ............................. [email protected], ext. 122Reba Parrish, Information Specialist .................................................. [email protected], ext. 100Dawn Plavak, Better Business Council Manager [email protected], ext. 114Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance ................................................CherylR@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 115Michele Slaughter, Creative Services Manager...............................MicheleS@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 116

FREE BUSINESS COUNSELINGAT THE CHAMBER

SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business" By appointment only - call 941-748-3411

Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:00 - 11:00 AM, Bradenton Office

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BOARD OF DIRECTORSMark Barnebey, Esq., Blalock Walters, P.A.Jason Bartz, NDC Construction CompanyKevin Baylor, Alliance IT, LLCRichard Bedford, REAL Consulting, LLCBruce Body, Raymond James & Associates, Inc.Shirley Bryant, Mayor, City of Palmetto (Ex Officio)Carlos Buqueras, Manatee County Port Authority (Ex Officio)Cassandra Burns, Dignity Memorial Brian Carter, Mauldin & Jenkins CPA, LLCBill Colgate, MD, MCR HealthCheri Coryea, Manatee Co. Government (Ex Officio)Ted Ehrlichman, CareerSource Suncoast (Ex Officio)Janelle Esposito, Esq., Esposito Law Group, P.A.Darren Haimer, Bradenton HeraldSteve Hall, Alltrust InsuranceStu Henderson, Fawley Bryant ArchitectureSharon Hillstrom, Bradenton Area Economic Development CorporationKaren Holbrook, PhD, University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee (Ex Officio) Stephen Jonsson, Commissioner, Manatee County Government (Ex Officio)

Karen LaPensee, LaPensee Plumbing, Pools & Air David Miner, Esq., School District of Manatee County (Ex Officio)Stewart Moon Jr., Air & EnergyJohn Nash, Osceola Pines-TimberJeff Nickse, Accurate Benefit Solutions, LLCDonal O'Shea, New College of Florida (Ex Officio)Bruce Patneaude, IMG AcademyRick Piccolo, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (Ex Officio)Wayne Poston, Mayor, City of Bradenton (Ex Officio)Dennis Ragosta, Southwest Florida Water Management District (Ex Officio)Teresa Rawe, MD,TruePartnersCynthia Saunders, School District of Manatee County (Ex Officio)Chris Sharek, Progressive Water ResourcesVicki Silver, Feld Entertainment, Inc.Brian Thomas, State College of Florida Manatee- Sarasota (Ex Officio)Doug Van Dyke, Leadership SimplifiedKerry Ward, Bank OZK


NETWORKING AT A GLANCE

MANATEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFFTerri Behling, Vice President, Workforce and Community Development [email protected], ext. 172Kim Dalglish, IOM, Vice President, Membership ................................. [email protected], ext. 121Jacki Dezelski, IOM, President | CEO ................................................ [email protected], ext. 131Tim Estep, Member Engagement Manager ..........................................TimE@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 275Tim Fenimore, Membership Development Representative ................... [email protected], ext. 241 Michael Gallen, Esq., Vice Pres., Public Policy & Small Business [email protected], ext. 124Carole Guevara, Information Specialist .............................................CaroleG@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 200Kimberly Henley, Program & Events Manager [email protected], ext. 139Erica Massey, Executive Assistant, Public Policy & Small Business [email protected], ext. 123 Carey Miller, Office Administrator ......................................................CareyM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 113 Cara Misiewicz, Executive Assistant, Membership ............................. [email protected], ext. 122Reba Parrish, Information Specialist .................................................. [email protected], ext. 100Dawn Plavak, Better Business Council Manager [email protected], ext. 114Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance ................................................CherylR@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 115Michele Slaughter, Creative Services Manager...............................MicheleS@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 116

MYP Networking SocialJuly 11 • 5:00 - 7:00 PMSpeaks Clam Bar

FEATURES IN EVERY ISSUE

contents7 Advocacy • Governor Signs Off on Chamber- Backed Priorities • December 3 | Pancakes & Politics

9 Membership Matters • Contribute to the Wellbeing of the Community

10 Headliners Monthly Membership Lunches • July 10 | State of Our School District • August 14 | How the Courts Impact Our Business Community and Quality of Life • Recap | What Does It Take to Make and Keep a Small Business Successful?

11 Seminar • July 19 | Freedom, Flexibility, and Control

12 40th Annual Small Business of the Year • Register Now

Golden Member Celebration - Bealls, Inc.

13 Lunch with the Bucs • July 19 | Register Now

16 Congratulations to the 7th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards Winners

21 29th Annual Business & Education Partnership Awards

• September 27 | Save the Date

Chamber Expo | Secure Your Sponsorship

8 Platinum Spotlight: CenterState Bank

14 Manatee Young Professionals (MYP)

20 Better Business Council (BBC)

22 Coffee Club Highlights

23 Business After Hours Highlights

24 Welcome New Members

25 Member to Member Discounts

26 Power Connection Events

27 Biscuits & Benefits Member Reception

28 Ribbon Cutting Celebrations

29 Member News

30 Calendar of Events & Meetings

31 Thank You Chairman's Circle Investors

ON THE COVER

CHAMBER EMPLOYEE

spotlightCheryl RichertController of Finance

Business After HoursJuly 9 • 5:00 - 7:00 PMBlake Medical Center

Our community celebrated generous, important, life-changing work being

done in our healthcare sector.Story on Page 16

Thank you Mike Fults with Fotofinity Photographic Studio

for photographing our Champions of Healthcare Awards cover.

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How Long Have You Worked at the Chamber? Over 16 years

Early Bird or Night Owl? Both - I don’t require a lot of sleep

Favorite Chamber Event or Program: Ship-Shape Showcase

Most Used Phone App: Notes & Calculator - imagine that!

What is your favorite quote? "Don’t let yesterday use too much of today"

Favorite Manatee County Spot: Any beach

Dream Vacation Destination: Italy, Greece, Spain

What Tugs at Your Heart? Animal rescues

Coffee ClubJuly 25 • 7:45 - 9:00 AMSuncoast Behavioral Health Center


The Manatee Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 not for profit corporation. Contributions or gifts are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. Contributions or gifts may be tax deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses. Please consult your tax advisor.

CASEY PHILLIPSEmcee

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PRESENTED BY:

LUNCHEON | SPECIAL EVENT

ATUL KHOSLAChief Corporate Development

& Brand Officer

CASEY PHILLIPSBuccaneers Reporter& Luncheon Emcee

Meet Tight End

Cameron Brate!

CAMERON BRATETight End

BRIAN FORDChief Operating Officer Friday, July 19 | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club7650 Legacy Blvd, 34202

Table Host | $500

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO PURCHASE TICKETS:

Cara Misiewicz941-748-4842, ext. 122 | [email protected]

ManateeChamber.com/Bucs

Individual Seats | $45/$55Chamber Members | $45 per personNon-Members | $55 per person

RSVP by July 12 | ManateeChamber.com/Bucs

• Reserved table for 8 with preferred placement• Logo on table sign• Specialty Bucs promo item for each guest • Exclusive to Manatee Chamber members

Get the inside scoop from top Bucs executives on plans for a winning 2019-2020 season. The economic impact of having the NFL in our region is tremendous. Hear more from Brian Ford, Atul Khosla, and Tight End Cameron Brate.

Attendees will have an opportunity to win cool Buccaneers door prizes and bid on highly sought after raffle prizes of autographed Buccaneers merchandise and game day tickets.

public policy

Our community made great strides and accomplished much during the 2019 legislative session as business, non-profit, and government leaders rallied together to advocate for legislation and funding to strengthen our region. There is no doubt our community has a unique ability to collaborate for the common good. We must commend our state legislative delegation; if not for their service and the work of the local legislators that preceded them, we would not be the beneficiaries of a region that is a top destination for our visitors and residents to live, work, play, and own a business.

The Manatee Chamber recognizes that maintaining a strong business environment requires investment and State funding. Our legislative advocacy this past session placed great importance on state budgetary items related to water quality, education, healthcare, transportation, infrastructure, housing, and workforce development. It was a long, important list.

When Governor DeSantis took office in January one priority for us was to ensure Manatee County priorities were on his radar. The Chamber corresponded with the Governor and his team prior to and after the legislative session emphasizing our position on a number of items. Whether you were on the left or the right of the partisan dial, we found the Governor was in the middle when it came to the budget. Our community had several Chamber-backed legislative highlights recently approved by the Governor as he signed off on the 2019 Florida Budget in late June.

$1,000,000 for Psychiatric Residency for Centerstone - Allowing Centerstone to expand its psychiatric residency program to address a statewide shortage in this specialty area and meet the needs of Florida families.

$2,000,000 increase for performance-based industry certifications for technical colleges statewide, $2,150,000 to establish the Nursing Center of Excellence at State College of Florida (SCF), $2,022,021 to renovate and add to SCF’s Science Laboratory Building on the Bradenton Campus - Funding our public post-secondary institutions provides robust workforce programming and is essential to our region’s ability to develop a highly skilled workforce.

$10,000,000 for funding the 44th Avenue Extension project in Manatee County - This is a critically important roadway project that will connect Lakewood Ranch (East County) to our Barrier Islands (West County). This transportation improvement will provide significant traffic congestion relief to parallel-running state roads and improve safety.

$50,000,000 for VISIT Florida, $40,000,000 for the Job Growth Grant Fund to proactively market the state as a top destination for visitors and develop workforce training programs and community infrastructure.

$25,000,000 toward addressing blue-green and red tide algal blooms, $3,000,000 in recurring funding for the next six years for red tide research at Mote Marine Laboratory.

$700,000,000 increase over the 2018 budget for K-12 education - We are moving in the right direction and we will continue to advocate for adequate funding to strengthen our public schools.

A reduction in the Florida Commercial Lease Tax from 5.7% to 5.5% - The Chamber supports the elimination of this tax over time and we are pleased our state lawmakers are moving in the right direction.

Additionally, advocating for Florida’s housing trust funds (Sadowski Act) to be used solely for housing programs remains a priority of the Chamber. Despite the legislature dipping into these funds again this year, we saw an increase of funds directed toward housing and, more importantly, a substantial amount of discussion among state leadership in the Senate, House, and the Governor’s Office regarding the protection of these funds.

The Chamber’s Legislative Committee ramps up our state legislative and policy discussion in August as we prepare to lay out the Chamber’s 2020 legislative priorities.

Please join us on Tuesday, December 3 for our Annual Pancakes & Politics event to learn more about your Chamber’s priorities, what’s on our “unfinished business” list, and have open dialogue with our local delegation before they head up to Tallahassee.

Governor Signs Off on Chamber-Backed Priorities

Senate President Galvano, Rep. Newton, Rep. Robinson and Rep. Gregory speak at the Chamber's 2019 Pancakes and Politics breakfast.

Successful Chamber Priorities Include:

With the merger of Premier Community Bank, CenterState Bank is poised to increase its number of branches in Manatee County to six locations on July 26. The local branches are conveniently located throughout the county and provide traditional retail banking services as well as commercial, mortgage, wealth management, and Small Business Administration (SBA) services.

Recently, Shaun Merriman, Regional President – West Florida, announced that Jim Kuhlman has joined the leadership team as Community President for the Sarasota/Manatee market as part of this expansion. Jim has 30+ years of banking experience in our local community, and he will oversee all commercial and retail banking. Chris Perkins, Area Executive, is the Commercial Team Leader for Manatee County while Brian Hall, Area Executive, continues as the Commercial Team Leader for Sarasota County. Cindy Denison, Retail Market Manager, oversees the branches throughout the county.

CenterState Bank is one of the largest community bank franchises headquartered in the state of Florida, based in Winter Haven. Started by a group of bankers and entrepreneurs over 25 years ago, CenterState has continued its history of quality service and community focus, and has grown to $17 billion assets, operating in 44 counties through Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. In addition to the local community branches, the Company also provides correspondent banking and capital market services for approximately 600 community banks nationwide.

CenterState’s core values focus on themes of sustainability, a long-term horizon and the career development of our team. Most importantly, CenterState’s core values inspire how we operate – “Local Market Driven, A Long Term Horizon, World Class Service, Relationship Banking, as well as Faith and Family.” We believe that local ownership and local management translate to a better bank for our clients.

For more information on CenterState Bank, please visit www.CenterStateBank.com.

CenterState Bank Has Solid Growth in Manatee County

BRANCHES

Manatee Avenue Office941.761.7080

2811 Manatee Ave. WestBradenton, FL 34205

53rd Avenue Office941.776.5376

900 53rd Ave. E.Bradenton, FL 34203

University Parkway Office941.355.5749

6204 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd.Sarasota, FL 34243

Palmetto Office941.722.2992

410 8th Ave. WestPalmetto, FL 34221

Ellenton Office941.729.0569

7204 U.S. Hwy. 301 NorthEllenton, FL 34222

Parrish Office941.776.5040

12215 US 301 N.Parrish, FL 34219

C E N T E R S TAT E B A N K2811 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205 | 941-761-7080 | CenterStateBank .com

Shaun MerrimanRegional President - West Florida

Jim KuhlmanCommunity President

Chris PerkinsArea Executive

Brian HallArea Executive

Cindy DenisonRetail Market Manager

membership matters

Contribute to the Wellbeing of the CommunityThe Manatee Chamber’s focus on Strengthening Your Business and Our Community reflects the critical relationship that exists between a strong, growing business sector

and a vibrant quality of life. Lending your time, and your voice, to ensuring our community is a great place to live, work and play can be very rewarding.

Here are some of the many opportunities for you and your employees to utilize your Chamber membership while contributing to the wellbeing of our community:

Lend Your Voice � Advocacy Efforts – the Chamber

advocates on a number of important topics that impact local business; share your voice and let us know what issues are important to your business

� Breakfast with the Chairman – share challenges and opportunities facing your business at this informal breakfast with the Chamber Chairman and senior leadership

� Lobbying Trips to Tallahassee & Washington, D.C. – join the Chamber’s Legislative Committee on a trip to meet with legislators while representing the Chamber and our 2,000+ members

� Pancakes & Politics/Politics & Pints Legislative Roundtables – held before and after the State legislative session, learn more about the Florida Legislature’s plans and actions on important bills

� Workforce Development – share the workforce needs of your business and help the Chamber work on initiatives that will close the gap between post-secondary education, career resources for students and business workforce needs

Lend Your Time � Big Bank Theory – a “game of life”

financial literacy experience presented to all local high school seniors and needing more than 200 Chamber member volunteers

� Business & Education Partnerships-become a business partner and help enhance learning opportunities for our students

� Committee Involvement – get engaged with one of the Chamber’s many boards, committees and task forces and help address important issues affecting your business and our community’s quality of life

� Leadership Manatee – a nine month, in-depth, Chamber-led program that exposes business and community leaders to the opportunities and challenges facing Manatee County

� Project TEACH – a fun, interactive, one-day program, requiring 150 Chamber member volunteers, designed to increase career, and first impression, awareness among 4th grade students

Stay Informed � Consumer Assistance/Alerts – watch for

the Chamber’s Better Business Council alerts informing consumers to scams and fraudulent business practices

� Legislative Initiatives – the Chamber monitors and notifies members of important local and state issues that affect businesses and our quality of life

Showcase Your Commitment to Better Business

� Better Business Council (BBC) – become a member and boost credibility and consumer confidence in your business

� Get Out the Vote – support the Chamber’s efforts by encouraging your employees to vote and help increase voter registration and voter turn-out

Employment and Employee Opportunities

� JobFocus.com – the Chamber’s valuable employee recruitment tool available to Chamber members at no cost

� Manatee Young Professionals (MYP)-encourage the young professionals in your business to get engaged with MYP to gain access to valuable business, social and community resources

For information or assistance on utilizing any of your Chamber member benefits, contact our office at 941-748-3411 and a staff member will be ready to assist you.

Utilize the Manatee Chamber – it is a powerful information source!

FROM A MEMBER'SPERSPECTIVE

"The Chamber brings a tremendous amount of value to Sokos Social. That value is more than financial - in terms of deals closed impacting our company’s bottom line. What matters more to me as a business owner is the intrinsic, immeasurable value that comes along with being part of something bigger than ourselves. It’s the value earned through relationships that are strengthened at networking events, the strategies and tactics learned at workshops, and the sense of community that provided a warm welcome for an employee new to our area." -Eleni Sokos, Sokos Social

"We immediately joined the Chamber as a new business due to their commitment to strengthen our community as a whole. It is our pleasure to be part of this organization!" -J.B. Taylor, Taylor Studios, Inc.

"Our relationship with the Better Business Council has provided an incredible stream of referrals for our firm. And the resource of locating quality BBC businesses and services we need is just as valuable. It’s reassuring to know that all BBC members have met a stringent review of licensing, insurance, references and past performance that set the highest of standards in our business community." -George Manson, Manson Roofing

"I have participated in Project Teach for more than 8 years now. Each time is unique and different working with a new class of fourth graders. To think that I have the privilege of potentially influencing their future is a tremendous honor. The Big Bank Theory is another dynamic program for High School Seniors. Watching the light bulbs go off in their heads how being an adult is difficult and expensive is invaluable." -Karen Rutherford , The JOY FM 88.1


Join us for the State of the District and welcome Cynthia Saunders, Superintendent of Manatee County Schools to hear about changes impacting the school district, which affect our community and your business. What does the future hold?

Cynthia Saunders was sworn in as Superintendent of the School District of Manatee County on an interim basis on June 26, 2018 and was approved as the full-time Superintendent on February 12, 2019.

Ms. Saunders has more than 28 years of professional experience in education and has a proven track record of improving teacher, student, and overall school performance.

headliners: monthly membership lunchHOT TOPICS | COOL SPEAKERS

HEADLINERS SPONSORED BY

HEADLINERS REGISTRATION

Headliners Recap What Does It Take to Make and Keep a Small Business Successful?

Wednesday, July 1011:30 AM - 1:15 PM

Bradenton Country Club4646 9th Avenue West., Bradenton 34209

$35 Manatee Chamber & MYP Members ($45 within 7 days of event) | $45 Future MembersErica Massey | 941-748-4842, ext. 123

[email protected] | ManateeChamber.com/Headliners

State of Our School DistrictHow Education Affects Our Community and Your Business

Cynthia Saunders | Superintendent, School District of Manatee County

How the Courts Impact Our Business Community and Quality of LifeChief Judge Kimberly Bonner12th Judicial Circuit

It is vital to understand how justice affects business and which justice issues present the greatest barriers for businesses. The court system requires effective leadership and management, as these issues can directly impact a community's quality of life and a business's bottom line.

Join us to hear from Chief Judge Kimberly Bonner, the first female Chief Judge of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit.

Judge Bonner was appointed to the Twelfth Judicial Circuit in 2013 by then Governor Rick Scott and was unanimously elected as chief judge earlier this year.

Wednesday, August 1411:30 AM - 1:15 PM

Holiday Inn SarasotaBradenton Airport

8009 15th St. E., Sarasota 34243

Networking. Relationships. Accountability. Involvement. Hard work. Passion. Three successful small business owners—and past Small Business of the Year winners—know this firsthand though 85 years of combined experience. At our May Headliners event, we welcomed Mary Forristall, Forristall Enterprises; John Horne, Anna Maria Oyster Bar; and Don Ide, The Trophy Case to share the secrets to their success. Attendees received advice on running a business and building relationships - both internally and externally - as well as hearing behind-the-scenes humorous (and some outrageous) stories and anecdotes from the panel.


seminars: learn something newBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT TOOLS | TRAINING AND INFO FOR YOUR TEAM

Nick Choat Karen Medford Steve Sherman

REGISTER ONLINE: ManateeChamber.com/EventsEMAIL: [email protected]

$15 MYP Members | $25 Future MYP Members$20 Chamber Members | $30 Future Chamber Members

Want to be your own boss but not ready to leave your full time job? Looking for a side gig? From home-based businesses to owning a restaurant, franchising offers viable alternatives and it may not cost as much as you think. Join the Manatee Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Council and Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) for a continental breakfast and panel discussion on the pros and cons of franchising.

Panel Discussion and Continental Breakfast

Sponsored by:

In Partnership With:

SMALL BUSINESS COUNCIL

• 48% of millennial workers say they earn extra income on the side• 35% of Gen Xers and 28% of Baby Boomers say they’ve engaged in the “gig economy”

Jason Evans

Rick Bisio, author of the Amazon best-seller The Educated Franchisee, 3rd edition, will lead our panel of knowledgeable franchise business owners as they discuss their experiences and how they chose the franchise model best for them.

Freedom, Flexibility, and ControlFranchising Offers Viable Alternatives

PANELNick Choat, Owner | Sport Clips Haircuts of Bradenton

Jason Evans, Owner | Total Reporting

Karen Medford, Owner | Sirius Day Spa

Steve Sherman, Owner | Culver’s Restaurant Lakewood Ranch

FACILITATED BY: Rick Bisio, Owner | The Educated Franchisee

Rick Bisio

Chamber Friends are seasoned members well-versed in Chamber benefits who want 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.

Javier Cherohibu

Chamber Friend

Interested in Becominga Chamber Friend?

Contact Cara Misiewicz at 941-748-3411

Chamber Friends

Are Hereto Help

SEMINAR REGISTRATION

Friday, July 197:30 – 9:00 AM

Keiser University 6151 Lake Osprey Dr., Sarasota 34240


August 23, 2019 | 7:30 - 9:30 AMManatee Performing Arts Center

Breakfast & Networking in the Lobby | 7:30 - 8:15 AM

Awards Ceremony in Stone Hall Theater | 8:15 - 9:30 AM

Individual Tickets: $45 | General Admission/Open Seating

Preferred/Reserved Group SeatingBlock of 4 Seats: $225 | Block of 8 Seats: $425 | Block of 10 Seats: $500

REGISTER ONLINE: ManateeChamber.com/SmallBiz

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: August 16Sponsorship opportunities available!

Visit ManateeChamber.com/SmallBiz for more informationor email [email protected]

Help us celebrate small businesses and non-profit organiza-tions that have been nominated for stellar customer service, dedicated employees, business growth, and supporting our

community. This event is a great opportunity to network with prominent business leaders in our area.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

EVENT SPONSORS

Join Us for a Community-Wide Celebration


CORPORATE SPONSOR

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The move date is finally here! This month your Chamber team is moving our Bradenton operations back to 222 10th St. W., in downtown Bradenton. We'll be thrilled to welcome you so please stop by and say hello.

We will plan a major ribbon cutting and open house celebration, of course, so please watch your email and the August issue of the Current for details.

Thank you to Bank OZK for the tremendous hospitality over the past 15 months as we've been temporarily relocated. The Bank OZK team has been so helpful in ensuring that we did not miss a beat in serving our members and community. Hats off to the Chamber's Lakewood Ranch office team for serving our members so well with an increased number of events and meetings.

We've Moved!New Space for Bradenton Operations Is Open

Whether you've seen it at day or in the evening, the new space for the Chamber within the City Parking Garage project looks fantastic!


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Thursday, July 11 • 5:00 – 7:00 PMMYP Networking Social

Speaks Clam Bar8764 E. State Rd. 70, Bradenton 34202

Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) members and guests are invited for casual business networking at Speaks Clam Bar on Thursday, July 11th from 5:00 - 7:00 PM. There is no cost to attend for paid MYP members, or for those who join on the spot. Cost is $10 for all others. Complimentary appetizers and a cash bar are included. No RSVP necessary.

Friday, July 19 • 7:30 – 9:00 AMMYP Professional & Personal Development SeriesFreedom, Flexibility & Control: Franchising Offers Viable Alternatives

Keiser University6151 Lake Osprey Dr., Sarasota 34211

Want to be your own boss but not ready to leave your full time job? Looking for a side gig? From home-based businesses to owning a restaurant, franchising offers viable alternatives and it may not cost as much as you think. Join the Manatee Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Council and Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) for a continental breakfast and panel discussion on the pros and cons of franchising. Rick Bisio, author of the Amazon best-seller The Educated Franchisee, 3rd edition, will lead our panel of knowledgeable franchise business owners as they discuss their experiences and how they chose the franchise model best for them.

The cost is $15 for MYP members and $20 for future MYP members. For more information contact Kimberly at 941.748.4842 ext. 139 or email [email protected].

Wednesday, July 31 • 11:45 AM – 1:00 PMMYPower Networking Lunch

Heritage Harbour Golf Club & Eatery8000 Stone Harbour Loop

Bradenton 34212

MYPower Luncheons give young professionals the opportunity to promote your business products and services. Come willing to share a fun fact about yourself, pick up tips on professional and or personal development, enjoy a great lunch as well as one-on-one networking. Cost: $15 for paid MYP members, $20 for all others. RSVP to Kimberly Henley 748-4842, ext. 139.

Ten-Minute Tip“Home Buying 101 - How It Works”

Cassandra Burns, Area Sales Manager for Pre-Planned FuneralsDignity Memorial

MYPower Networking LuncheonMattison's Riverwalk GrilleDowntown Bradenton

Join us for the Inaugural Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) MVP Awards Luncheon which will celebrate professionals in Manatee County ages 21-40 who demonstrate initiative and excellence in their careers, contribute time and energy in serving the community, and seek to support other young professionals through their leadership and advocacy. Also to be recognized are companies and organizations that employ creative, intentional initiatives that seek to attract and retain young talent in the greater Manatee County region. Winners will be announced at the MYP MVP Awards Luncheon on October 19, 2019.

Nominations will be accepted beginning Monday, July 15 - August 23 via mail or online at ManateeChamber.com/MYPAwards.

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS & SPONSORSHIPSManatee Young Professionals (MYP) MVP Awards Luncheon

Friday, October 19 | 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | PIER 22 Restaurant, Patio, & Catering, 1200 1st Ave., W., Bradenton 34205

Sponsorships Available! Contact Kimberly Henley, 941-748-4842, ext. 139 or email [email protected] for more information.


THANK YOU MYP WORKFORCE PARTNERS: THANK YOU FRIENDS OF MYP SPONSORS:

MYP SOCIAL | Naughty Monk BreweryMYPower Networking LuncheonMattison's Riverwalk GrilleDowntown Bradenton

Check out photos and upcoming events at MYPonline.com


7 th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards

Lifetime Achievement David Law, MD

Turning Points - One Stop Clinic

Youth Volunteer Emma Bittar

Healthy Teens Coalition of Manatee County

PhysicianScott Clulow, DO

Manatee Family Physicians

NurseCandace Smith, PhD, RN, NEA-BC

Manatee Memorial Hospital

Allied Health ProfessionalShauniece Lee, BAS, LPN, CHPLN

Tidewell Hospice

Adult VolunteerDavid Miller, AP, LAc, MSTOM

Pharmedico Pharmacy

Individual of MeritDoug Wagner

School District of Manatee County

Institution/ProgramEye Center, Inc.

Vision Foundation

Innovation/ResearchRalph Gonzalez, MD

Manatee Memorial Hospital

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Winners Congratulations!The Manatee Chamber named its 2019 Champions of Healthcare at a fabulous awards breakfast on June 20. With a crowd of more than 300 people in attendance, our event honored 70 nominees, 21 finalists, and 9 award winners.

"We received tremendous support for the Champions of Healthcare Awards again this year," said Jacki Dezelski, President and CEO of the Manatee Chamber. "We 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 event 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 under way 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 2020 Champions of Healthcare Awards. Please contact Carey Miller at 941-748-4842, ext. 113.

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2019 Award Winners

Front Row: Michael Mackie, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision Foundation; Emma Bittar, Youth Volunteer, Healthy Teens Coalition; Madison Easterling, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision Foundation; Sarah Mackie, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision Foundation; Paige Laudicina, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision Foundation; Brad Laudicina, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision Foundation; Shauniece Lee, BAS, LPN, CHPLN, Tidewell Hospice; Candace Smith, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, Manatee Memorial Hospital.

Top Row: Doug Wagner, School District of Manatee County; Ralph Gonzalez, MD, Manatee Memorial Hospital; Douglas Black, OD, Eye Center, Inc. Vision Foundation; David Miller, AP, LAc, MSTOM, Pharmedico Pharmacy; Scott Clulow, DO, Manatee Family Physicians.

2019 Lifetime Achievement Award WinnerDavid Law, MD, Turning Points One-Stop Clinic


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PhysicianStacey A. South, MD,

Manatee Memorial HospitalGeorge VanBuren, MD, MCR Health

NurseNathan Hansen, RN, Blake Medical Center

Cynthia Tanner, BS, RN, TCRN,Blake Medical Center

Allied Health ProfessionalRuna Badal, Florida Department of Health

in Manatee CountyJames Crutchfield, Manatee County

Department of Public Safety

Adult VolunteerLeonard Higley, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

VolunteerJenna Kazil, MD, RPVI, Florida Surgical Clinic

Individual of MeritBrian Gorski, Southern Manatee

Fire Rescue DistrictPierrette Kelly, The Patterson Foundation

Institution/ProgramBlake Medical Center - Stop the Bleed Program

MCR Health - Reach Out and Read Program

Innovation/ResearchRichard Bundschu, MD, Coastal Orthopedics

Fabian A. Ramos, MD, Ramos Center for Interventional & Functional Pain Medicine

Finalists

Pictured left are several of our award finalists.

70 nominations were submitted by our community. Congratulations to all nominees, finalists, and winners!

More than 300 guests celebrated this year's Champions at our event in Lakewood Ranch.

Formerly Manatee Sarasota Eye Clinic

Allure MedicalMaureen Bennett, Blake Medical CenterBlake Medical Center - Rehabilitation Services DepartmentBlake Medical Center - Trauma ServiceStephanie Brown, PharmD, BCPS, Manatee Memorial HospitalDavid Cashen, MD, Coastal OrthopedicsJohn J. D'Auria, MD, Ramos Center for Interventional & Functional Pain MedicineVivian C. Faircloth, MD, Manatee Physician AllianceFlorida Surgical ClinicAndrea Hayes, Blake Medical CenterKim Hubbard, Alltrust InsuranceConstance Logan, MD, West Coast PediatricsSarah Mackie, OD, Eye Center Inc.Joshua Mali, MD, The Eye AssociatesManatee Memorial Hospital - Reducing Opioid Prescribing in an Urban

Emergency DepartmentManatee County Community Paramedicine, Manatee County Department

of Public SafetyManatee Memorial Hospital - Emergency Care CenterManatee Memorial Hospital - Internal Medicine Residency ClinicMelissa Mato, PT, Manatee Memorial HospitalNeuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson'sRamos Center for Interventional & Functional Pain MedicineRafael Rodriguez, Manatee Memorial Hospital VolunteerMarne Salinas, Coastal OrthopedicsJessly Santiago, CAN Community HealthJoJo Smith, Florida Home HealthNeta Strum, MD, MCR HealthSynergy Medical LLCDonald Teahan, Blake Medical CenterTidewell Honors Veterans, Tidewell HospicePaul Toomey, MD, Florida Surgical SpecialistsEmily Torres, Blake Medical Center VolunteerMichael VanVliet, MD, FACS, Blake Medical CenterChalee Watson, Blake Medical Center Volunteer

Nominees


Thank You to the Regions Bank team.

Matthew Lapointe, Blalock Walters PA, emceed our gala awards breakfast. Matthew chairs the Chamber's Healthcare Committee.

Jacki Dezelski, President/CEO of the Manatee Chamber of Commerce, addressed healthcare priorities of the Chamber.

Christy Cardillo, Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC, delivered the invocation before the awards breakfast.

Gerhard Toth and Dennise Berger, Regions Bank, posewith C. Lee Whitehurst, East Manatee Fire Rescue, winner of the Regions Bank bicycle drawing.


Winner, David Miller, AP, LAc, MSTOM, Pharmedico Pharmacy, accepts his award in the Adult Volunteer category.

Ralph Gonzalez, MD, Manatee Memorial Hospital, won in the Innovation/Research category.

Eye Center, Inc., Vision Foundation won in the Institution/Program category.

Shauniece Lee, BAS, LPN, CHPLN, Tidewell Hospice, accepts the award for Allied Health Professional.

Candace Smith, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, Manatee Memorial Hospital, was the winner in the Nurse category.

Scott Clulow, DO, Manatee Family Physicians, was the winnerin the Physician category.

Adell Erozer, Turning Points, accepts the Lifetime Achievement Award for David Law, MD, Turning Points - One Stop Clinic, who was unable to attend the event.

Emma Bittar, Lakewood Ranch High School, won the Youth Volunteer award for her volunteer work with Healthy Teens Coalition.

Doug Wagner, School District of Manatee County, won the Individual of Merit award.

Lynn Ryan, Florida Blue, presented Emma Bittar, Lakewood Ranch High School, with a $1,000 scholarship for the Youth Volunteer award.

ManateeChamber.com/BBC

Top BBC Referral Categories in May

Plumbing

Home Repair/Remodeling

Windows/Blinds

Welcome NewBBC Members

Legal Shield-Lori Abramson

Cortez Pump & Sprinkler

Monroe Plumbing

Raymond James-Steve Platt

Principal Financial-Charles & Shannon Greenblott

Proud 2011 Chamber Business of the Year

9115 58th Drive EastBradenton FL 34202

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Increase your exposure!

Are you invisible on the SEARCH ENGINES?

The FTC encourages businesses to have a plan in place to safeguard your facilities, products, and data. The FTC’s new site, Dealing with Weather Emergencies, has practical advice to help your staff prepare for the unexpected, spot the scams that often follow, and get back on their feet financially. Here are three ways your business can use these new resources:

Share FTC.gov/WeatherEmergencies with Your Staff. Telling your team “We care about your safety” is nice, but of-fering concrete resources shows what kind of company they work for.

Care for Your Community Are you active in local business organizations and community groups? Encourage them to take up the cause of preparedness.

Be Part of the Solution If disaster strikes, use your standing in the business community to help people get back on their feet. Go to www.ftc.gov and click on Tips & Advice » Business Center » Business Blog » to read the full article by Lesley Fair.

Help Your Workforce Prepare for a Weather Emergency

Don’t Miss Out…Advertise in the Summer Issue of the2019 “Guide to Better Business Directory”

The deadline for advertising in the upcoming BBC Consumer “Guide to Better Business Directory” is Friday, August 2. Distribution of this unique publication is through the Bradenton Herald on Sunday, August 18 and will be available online at ManateeChamber.com/BBC. Members of the Better Business Council have a complimentary listing in the Directory. If you wish to increase your exposure by taking advantage of this advertising opportunity, please contact Kim Dalglish at 941-748-3411 or [email protected]

If you have any questions regarding your membership in the Better Business Council, please contact Dawn Plavak, at 941-748-1325 or [email protected].


Join Us September 27 to Celebrate Business & Education29th Partnership Awards BreakfastHonoring local businesses and organizations forsupporting Manatee County Schools

It’s time for the 29th Annual Business Partners in Education Awards. They will take place Friday, September 27 at Manatee Technical College on SR 70. Tickets for the awards breakfast are $25 for members; $30 for non-members. School district employees can attend the breakfast for free as a thank you for their commitment and support of students in Manatee County.

These awards recognize businesses, government and community organizations that support our students and schools throughout the year as official Business & Education partners. Categories include Rookie of the Year, Civic Partner of the Year, Partners Together, District Wide Partner and Good Things Come in Small and Large Packages. We will also present an award for Partner in Excellence, the partner that has typified the mission of the Business and Education Partnership program through exemplary accomplishment in the various levels of participation. Businesses are nominated by school employees based on their partnerships through the 2018-2019 school year.

To reserve your seat or sponsor the event, please contact Terri Behling at [email protected]. Purchase tickets at ManateeChamber.com/BizEd.

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CHAMBEREXPO2019NOVEMBER 6

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Convention CenterOne Haben Boulevard

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coffee club

It was our pleasure to host the May Manatee Chamber Coffee Club! Conley Buick GMC is a 3rd generation family-owned business and is proud to be a part of the fabric of this community. For the Conley family, it’s more than car buying. It’s building relationships, community contribution and impacting lives.

Each year, the dealership and its employees are involved in creating and supporting numerous events. We develop and host the Conley Invitational Bull Riding at the Manatee County Fairgrounds, which supports Manatee County 4-H, every January. In February, the dealership partners with the CCA for their annual banquet at the Bradenton Area Convention Center. The Conley family has helped grow this event into the largest CCA banquet in the state! Additionally, we support and sponsor numerous charity golf tournaments, animal advocacy events as well as Manatee and Palmetto High sports programs. To end the year, we join with 92.1 CTQ on the Marine Corp Toys for Tots toy drive.

Thank you for joining us at Conley where you receive the Conley Lifetime Limited Powertrain Warranty with your car purchase.

Conley Buick GMC Subaru800 Cortez Rd. W.

Bradenton, FL 34207941-755-8531

ConleyBuickGMC.com


business after hours

Thanks to everyone for attending the Manatee Chamber of Commerce After Hours event in June at The Windsor of Bradenton. As your neighborhood assisted living community, we have been looking forward to hosting this wonderful community event allowing you all to network and enjoy food prepared by our Chefs. This event allowed us to showcase our wonderful boutique-sized community and demonstrate the caring and compassionate environment that allows our residents to feel at home. Our goal continues to be to promote the mind, body, and spirit of those who live here and we hope that you were all able to get a glimpse of that while you were here.

If anyone has questions about The Windsor of Bradenton and Legend Senior Living, please give us a call. Likewise, if you know of anyone whom might need a community like ours or someone who is having difficulties with their role of being a caregiver, we would be happy to schedule a visit to meet them. We look forward to seeing you all at future events!

The Windsor of Bradenton2800 60th Ave. W.

Bradenton, FL 34207941-752-1990

LegendSeniorLiving.com


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Adams Homes4951 Adamo Dr., Ste. 218Tampa, FL 33605adamshomes.com(863) 698-1142Contractors, Builders and Developers

Adriana Ortiz Insurance and Financial Services(786) 488-5690Health Insurance

Advantage Business Partners, LLC9040 Town Center Pkwy.Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202abpadvantage.com(941) 730-0045Consulting Services

Allstate - Rich Owens11609 State Rd. 70 E.Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202allstate.com/richowens(941) 248-2500Insurance

American Outdoor Cabinets10530 Portal Crossing #109Bradenton, FL 34211outdoorcabinets.com(941) 725-0709Outdoor Kitchen Design and Installation

Beane Street, LLC3230 59th Dr. E., #107Bradenton, FL 34203beanestreet.com(941) 504-8241Contractors, Builders and Developers

Better Business Bureau serving West Florida2655 McCormick Dr.Clearwater, FL 33759bbbwestflorida.org(727) 535-5522Non-Profit Organizations

Blue Wave Orthodontics6020 State Rd. 70 E., Ste. ABradenton, FL 34203BlueWaveOrtho.com(941) 845-6966Orthodontists

new membersCarousel's Soft Serve Icery19 N. Blvd. of the PresidentsSarasota, FL 34236carouselsicery.com(610) 529-0464Ice Cream, Yogurt and Frozen Desserts

CBD American Shaman Bradenton6703 14th St. W., #105Bradenton, FL 34207CBDOilBradenton.com(941) 739-6913CBD Products

Chateau 13535 13th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34205chateau-13.com(941) 226-0110Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns

Coldwell Banker - Melissa Estepmelissaestep.cbintouch.com(941) 448-0743Real Estate - Residential

CopaMoca1506 13th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34205copamoca.com(941) 778-4454Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns

Dale Carnegie Training SWFLPO Box 49947Sarasota, FL 34230(941) 766-7227Training and Development

DMA | Digital Marketing Agencydigitalmarketingagency.com(415) 795-9650Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations

DOGPerfect - University Park5419 University Pkwy.University Park, FL 34201dogperfect.com(888) 983-3824Pet Supplies, Services and Sitting

Don Bell(901) 240-0276Individual Members

Ed Hunzeker(941) 448-1176Individual Members

Edward Jones - Joyce Falken2808 Manatee Ave. W.Bradenton, FL 34205edwardjones.com/joyce-falken(941) 748-1324Financial Planning and Services

Edward Jones - Trent Cowieson2808 Manatee Ave. W.Bradenton, FL 34205(941) 748-1324Financial Planning and Services

Elegant Domain Interiors & Gifts8741 State Rd. 70 E.Bradenton, FL 34202(941) 251-9608Department and Retail Stores

Embassy Suites202 North Tamiami TrailSarasota, FL 34236(941) 536-9119Hotels and Resorts

EXP Realty, LLC - Perry SchlinzEXPRealty.com(813) 743-8391Real Estate - Residential

Experienced Tree ServiceExperiencedTreeService.com(941) 320-0151Tree Services

Frontier Communications6102 14th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34207frontier.com(941) 752-8958Telecommunications

Gulfcoast South Area Health Education Center2201 Cantu Court, Ste. 220Sarasota, FL 34232gsahec.org(941) 361-6602Non-Profit Organizations

Gulfside Bank333 N. Orange Ave.Sarasota, FL 34236gulfsidebank.com(941) 303-4200Banks and Banking

Hart and Hart Financial Services2555 Porter Lake Dr., #101Sarasota, FL 34240hartandhart.com(941) 355-6646Financial Planning and Services

His Girls DiscipleshipPO Box 14582Bradenton, FL 34280HisGirlsDiscipleship.org(941) 840-9447Non-Profit Organizations

Household Technicians, LLC1416 23rd Ave. E.Bradenton, FL 34208householdtechnicians.com(800) 232-7715Home Health Care and Companion Services

Iron City Insurance46 N. Washington Blvd., #26Sarasota, FL 34236ironcityii.com(941) 256-3900Insurance

Kim Betts - Old Tampa Studio11215 Old Tampa RoadParrish, FL 34219KimBetts.com(941) 224-1376Music Lessons

Lakeshore Chiropractic3425 University Pkwy.Sarasota, FL 34243mylakeshorechiro.com(941) 500-3555Chiropractors

Leadership Manatee Alumni Association, Inc.PO Box 9423Bradenton, FL 34206-9423leadershipmanateeaa.orgMembership Organizations

Loftin Plumbing, LLCPO Box 1592Bradenton, FL 34206-1592loftinplumbing.com(941) 538-7482Plumbing

Manasota Home Stays, LLCPO Box 1231Bradenton, FL 34206-1231(941) 730-3208Real Estate Investors

Mary Pope(941) 224-7237Individual Members

Milex / Mr. Transmission2109 9th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34205bradentonmrtmilex.com(941) 746-0220Automotive Repair and Parts

MJBiz Consulting, LLC5610 31st Ct. E.Ellenton, FL 34222MJBizConsulting.com(201) 519-5464Business Consultants and Coaches

Montgomery's CarpetsPlus COLORTILE8209 Nature's Way, #121Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202mcpcolortile.com(941) 893-5910Floor Coverings, Carpet, Hardwood Floors


NLP Aqua SolutionsPO Box 110514Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211nlpaqua.com(844) 278-2657Water Treatment

Noland's Roofing2820 Manatee Ave. E.Bradenton, FL 34203nolandsroofing.com(941) 909-2525Roofing Contractors

Not Slippery WetPO Box 464Palmetto, FL 34220-0464NotSlipperyWet.com(561) 889-4766Safety Products and Programs

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Oakleaf Property Management305 8th St. E.Bradenton, FL 34208OPMRent.com(941) 741-2360Property Management and Facilities Management

One Tribe Fitness602 Manatee Ave. W.Bradenton, FL 34205onetri3efitness.com(321) 624-2192Fitness Training and Exercise

OSA Global2438 Manatee Ave. E.Bradenton, FL 34208osaglobalsecurity.org(941) 705-1608Security Guards and Patrol Services

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Paddy Wagon Irish Pub -Lockwood Ridge5320 Lockwood Ridge Rd.Bradenton, FL 34203(941) 242-2540Bars, Pubs and Taverns

Paddy Wagon Irish Pub - State Rd. 644402 State Rd. 64 E.Bradenton, FL 34208(941) 251-5946Bars, Pubs and Taverns

Patricia Johnson(941) 957-3132Individual Members

Perla's Properties, LLC3711 Cortez Rd. W., #150Bradenton, FL 34210perlasproperties.com(941) 242-9903Property Management and Facilities Management

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Rhine Club Card by Locals Helping Locals - Suncoast2302 141st St. E.Bradenton, FL 34212rhinoclubcard.com(941) 724-3941Fundraising Assistance

Robert Toale & Sons Funeral Home - Wiegand Chapel7454 South Tamiami Tr.Sarasota, FL 34231DignityMemorial.com(941) 921-5755Funeral and Cremation Services - Cemeteries

Russell's Western Wear4422 E. State Rd. 64Bradenton, FL 34208russells.com(941) 621-6607Department and Retail Stores

Safe Harbor Marinas12312 Manatee Ave. W.Bradenton, FL 34209shmarinas.com(941) 761-4200Marinas and Boat Supplies, Sales and Service

Sandra Martin(908) 642-8710Individual Members

Shard Marketingshardmb.com(810) 577-5291Social Networking

Sherwin-Williams7317 University Pkwy.Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202sherwin-williams.com(941) 355-8228Painting Supplies

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Star Academy of Dance & Aerial Arts602 Manatee Ave. W.Bradenton, FL 34205StarAcademyFL.com(813) 997-4479Fitness Training and Exercise

Stylynn by Sheron - Organizing on a Dimestylynnbysheron.com(941) 753-1794Home and Office Organizing

Sun Security Group, LLCsunsecuritygroup.com(224) 505-6559Cyber Security

Superior Wealth Management Group, LLC936 145th St. Cir. N.E.Bradenton, FL 34212superiorwealth.net(952) 885-5605Financial Planning and Services

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Top Edge Car Wash2607 73rd Ave.Ellenton, FL 34222topedgecarwash.com(941) 479-7720Car Wash and Detail Centers

Trinity Property Grouptrinity-pg.com(215) 489-8500Real Estate Investors

Tyler's Beauty & Spa Academy6815 14th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34207TylersAcademy.com(941) 485-7000Cosmetology Schools

Vensure HR(941) 518-0457Employee Leasing Services

Wesco Pressure Cleaningpressurecleaningmanatee.com(941) 795-8400Pressure Cleaning

ManateeChamber.com/CouponsTake advantage of amazing cost-saving opportunities offered by fellow Chamber members. Several Member to Member discounts and special offers are posted on

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LUNCH

Wednesday, July 17 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

MANATEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Catered By: Mission BBQ

2820 Manatee Avenue WestBradenton 34205

Wednesday, August 7 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

O’BRICKS IRISH PUB & MARTINI BAR427 12th Street West

Bradenton 34205

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.

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Chamber Member Cost to Attend: $15Register online at ManateeChamber.com/Events.

Questions? Call Cara Misiewicz at 941-748-4842, ext 122 or email [email protected]

Power Connection Breakfast and Power Connection Lunch are members-only networking events.

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This reception is a great opportunity to learn more aboutthe 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! Your RSVP is appreciated.

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Manatee Chamber Lakewood Ranch Office at the McClure Center4215 Concept Court, Lakewood Ranch 34211

LITE BITES PROVIDED BY CRACKER BARREL

Thursday, July 18 | 3:00 - 4:30 PM

For more information or to RSVP, contact Kimberly at [email protected] or 941-748-4842, ext. 139

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Coastal Luxury Real Estate PartnersGrand Opening

9080 58th Dr. E., Ste. 200Bradenton, FL 34202

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Elegant Domain Interiors & GiftsGrand Opening

8741 State Rd. 70 E.Bradenton, FL 34202

(941) 251-9608

Direct DetailGrand Opening

1201 6th Ave. W., Ste. 100Bradenton, FL 34205

(941) 251-9601Direct-Detail.com

KedplasmaNew Ownership/Name Change

825 9th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34205

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Farmers Insurance - Hansen AgencyGrand Opening

6263 Lake Osprey Dr.Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240

(941) 681-8000FarmersAgent.com/LHansen

Oscura Cafe & BarGrand Opening

540 13th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34205

(941) 782-8798OscuraCafe.com

Top Edge Car WashGrand Opening

2607 73rd Ave.Ellenton, FL 34222

(941) 479-7720TopEdgeCarWash.com

Profile by Sanford Weight LossGrand Opening

4216 Cortez Rd. W.Bradenton, FL 34210

(941) 200-1180ProfilePlan.com/Sarasota

Fotofinity Photographic StudioGrand Opening

6709 State Road 70 E.Bradenton, FL 34203

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Contact Kimberly at 941-748-4842, ext. 139 toSchedule a Ribbon Cutting

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member newsSarasota Sports Management, LLC is pleased to announce the hiring of Alicia M. Phidd, Esq. as its new General Counsel. She is now the first female General Counsel of a soccer franchise in USL’s history.

Lakewood Ranch has been recognized as one of the 50 best master-planned communities in the United States by Where to Retire magazine.

Sarasota Military Academy high school cadets recently competed in the 2019 Florida Odyssey of the Mind competition. Following a first place win at the regional level, the SMA team placed fourth out of 242 teams throughout the state.

Keller Williams On The Water is pleased to announce Saundra Hinton has been promoted to CEO/Team Leader of Keller Williams On The Water after joining forces with Keller Williams Realty in 2014 as a Real Estate Professional.

SVN Commercial Advisory Group and Senior Advisor, Mike Migone, CCIM both earned spots within the top 10 for sales, year-to-date, company-wide (SVN International).

Dignity Memorial® is proud to announce Cassandra Burns has joined its team as Area Sales Manager of Prearranged Funerals.

Wagner Realty is pleased to announce Brad Rowell has joined its Manatee West Office as a licensed Realtor. Rowell has extensive



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experience in real estate, with over 20 years of home construction sales and building material expertise. Wagner Realty is also proud to recognize David Fletcher as the 2018 top commercial agent for the firm, achieving over $30 Million dollars in 2018 total sales volume.

Fawley Bryant Architecture is pleased to announce that Sarah Colandro has been awarded the honor of Fellowship by the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID). As the Society’s highest honor, the fellowship is awarded to less than 1% of all ASID members.

University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee Regional Chancellor Karen A. Holbrook, PhD, has named Thomas Becker, PhD, as interim dean of the College of Business.

Q Auto & Injury Attorneys, McCue, Reams & Associates, a staple of Manatee County and the Tampa Bay area for over 30 years, is proud to announce the promotion of Attorney Sandra Bucha to partner.

Turning Points has earned a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. The 4-star rating is a result of Turning Points maintaining sound fiscal management practices and a commitment to accountability and transparency in its efforts prevent and end homelessness in Manatee County. This is the first time that Turning Points has earned this top distinction.


Tues. 9 Business After Hours 5:00 - 7:00 PM Blake Medical CenterWed. 10 Headliners: Superintendent Cynthia Saunders 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM Bradenton Country ClubThurs. 11 Breakfast with the Chairman 7:30 - 10:00 AM LECOM Park MYP Networking Social 5:00 - 7:00 PM Speaks Clam Bar Wed. 17 Power Connection Lunch (catered by Mission BBQ) 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Manatee Community FoundationThurs. 18 Biscuits & Benefits Member Reception 3:00 - 4:30 PM Lakewood Ranch Office - Board Room Fri. 19 MYP & Small Business Council Seminar 7:30 - 9:00 AM Keiser University Lunch with the Bucs 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country ClubThurs. 25 Coffee Club & Ten-Minute Takeaway 7:45 - 9:00 AM Suncoast Behavioral Health CenterWed. 31 MYPower Networking Lunch 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM Heritage Harbour Golf Club & Eatery

Thurs. 1 Education and Workforce Committee Meeting 12:00 - 1:00 PM Manatee County School BoardFri. 2 Small Business Council Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room MYP Leadership Committee Meeting 12:00 - 1:00 PM Bradenton Office - Conference RoomMon. 5 MYP Social 5:00 - 7:00 PM enRich BistroTues. 6 BBC Advisory Committee Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Office - Conference RoomWed. 7 Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM O'Bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar Healthcare Committee Meeting 3:00 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board RoomThurs. 8 Technology Committee Meeting 3:30 - 4:30 PM Bradenton Office - Conference Room Legislative Committee Meeting 3:30 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board RoomFri. 9 Transportation Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board RoomTues. 13 Business After Hours 5:00 - 7:00 PM Firkins Chrylser Jeep Dodge RamWed. 14 Headliners: How the Courts Impact Our Business Community and Quality of Life 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM Holiday Inn Sarasota Bradenton AirportThurs. 15 Biscuits & Benefits Member Reception 7:30 - 9:15 AM Lakewood Ranch Office - Board Room Legislative Committee Meeting 3:30 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board RoomFri. 16 Natural Resources Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room Chamber Friends Committee Meeting 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM Bradenton Office - Conference RoomWed. 21 Executive Committee Meeting 7:45 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Office - Conference Room Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Joey D's Chicago Style EateryThurs. 22 Coffee Club & Ten-Minute Takeaway 7:45 - 9:00 AM CenterState Bank (Manatee Avenue) Leadership Manatee Alumni Board Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Office - Conference RoomFri. 23 40th Annual Small Business of the Year Awards 7:30 - 9:30 AM Manatee Performing Arts Center

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