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Small Business Saturday Mo nthly Employment Data Pg. 4
BDBMC Luncheon Pg. 5
Regional Activity Pg. 6
Indiantown Enterprise Zone Pg. 7
Business Briefs Pg. 8 Job Fair Pg. 9
Community Outreach Pg. 10 BDBM C A ctiv ity
Upcoming BDBMC Board Meeting
10:30 a.m. Indian River State College 2400 SE Salerno Road Stuart
BUSINESS MATTERS monthly economic development newsletter for martin county
ISSUE 15
OCTOBER 2014
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The Business Development Board of Martin County (BDBMC) held its Annual Business Appreciation Luncheon on October 29th at the Hutchinson Island Marriott. At this event, we honor our local businesses in 5 categories and present the Charlene Hoag award. Congratulations to Prime Source Accessories, Bausch Enterprises, PAC Seating Systems, PeakVision and Ocean Master Marine as this year’s recipients. I would also like to congratulate Donna Carman, the 2014 Charlene Hoag Award Winner. Donna’s dedication and commitment to Western Martin County and the surrounding area is second to none and is well deserving of this recognition. Thank you to all of our sponsors that support this event each year and to the 250 CEOs, elected officials, community leaders and business owners that made the event possible. The BDBMC began the 2014-15 fiscal year on October 1st and it’s proving to be very busy. We are currently assisting 66 expansion, relocation or retention projects in Martin County and continue to work directly with our local small business community addressing their needs. The BDBMC has also been participating with our Research Coast Regional Partnership made up of St. Lucie, Okeechobee, Indian River and Martin County to market the four county region as a desirable location to do business. It’s important to realize that companies relocating or expanding to any of the four counties, benefit the State of Florida, specifically the Research Coast.
As we move into November, Jill and I would like to wish you and your families a safe and happy Thanksgiving Holiday and thank you for your continued support of the BDBMC’s mission. Sincerely,
Tim Dougher Executive Director
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Business Development Board of Martin County l 1002 SE Monterey Commons Blvd., Suite 203 l Stuart, Florida 34996
BDBMC Mission Statement The
Business
ABOUT US
Development
The Business Development Board of Martin County
Board of Martin County is the county’s official economic development organization, and partner of Enterprise Florida, Inc. and Florida’s Research Coast . The mission of the BDBMC is to promote economic prosperity in Martin County by retaining and assisting existing businesses and attracting new businesses, while preserving the quality of life, and expanding
educational
and
employment opportunities.
BOARD MEMBER Spotlight
The Business Development Board of Martin County (BDBMC) was formed in 1991 as a public/private partnership after the creation of the Economic Element in the Martin County Comprehensive Growth Management Plan.
“When looking for property suitable for growth of our rapidly growing company, the BDBMC has been extremely valuable in supporting our needs. With their help we were able to get an affordable vacant county airport building and expedite the process of renovation and permitting through their familiarity and frequent
As the official economic development organization for Martin County, the BDBMC is charged with the responsibility of supporting existing companies in their expansion and growth needs, and attracting new complimentary businesses to the community. The BDBMC is a partner of Enterprise Florida, the state’s official economic development organization. Our complimentary Business Retention and Expansion services include:
Jeff Sabin BDBMC President
Sites and Buildings Selection
Demographic & Labor Information
Jeff is a Senior Manager at Waste Management, where he has been with the company for 35 years. He is responsible for public sector services and for interfacing with government agencies in the surrounding six counties. His role as Government Affairs Manager includes Statewide Strategic initiative coordination and oversight of outreach activities.
Financial & Grant Resources
Trainings & Workshops
Employee Training Grants
Workforce Development
Data & Market Intelligence
Export & International Trade
General Business Assistance
Enterprise Zone Incentives
Jeff is a charter member of the Keep America Beautiful affiliates of Florida and a former chairman of the Palm Beach Gardens Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. He also serves on the Big Heart Brigade, Keep Martin and Palm Beach Counties Beautiful, Okeechobee County Education Foundation, the Council of Chambers of Martin County, Northern Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce Trustee and the Hobe Sound Chamber President’s Council.
What are local CEO’s Saying About the Business Development Board?
We consider our businesses the lifeblood of our community. We are your advocate and strategic partner. We aim to assist you and help you grow by guiding you through the unique challenges of your business expansion or relocation.
dialogue with all aspects of Martin County property management, zoning and permitting. - Mark Libratore, CEO & President Liberator Medical Supply “My company’s exports, due in part to the help provided by the BDBMC, have grown from 5% to a bit over 20%! The BDBMC not only looks to bring new business to the area, but does a commendable job to help existing businesses in our area! - Rusty Sedlack, Vice President Armstrong Nautical Products “Considering the steady and occasionally frantic pace of business ownership, we, the business community, rely on the BDB to make sure we are informed and aware of the many tools available and at our disposal.” - Jana Stolper, Vice President Seatorque Control Systems
“In the nearly 30 years we have been in Martin County, we have gone through four expansions and have always relied upon the assistance of the BDBMC. As the economic development agency for Martin County, the BDBMC has always been there to assist in our growth, while maintaining the quality of life that we enjoy. It is their valuable contribution that gives businesses, like ourselves, the tools we need to create jobs.” - Greg Vandegrift, Vice President Awareness Technology
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SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY—”Helping Small Businesses Do In 2010, American Express small EYEfounded ON IT business Saturday to help Current businesses with Industry Trends their most pressing need — getting more customers! The day encourages people to shop at small businesses the Saturday after Thanksgiving.
Get out and celebrate our local businesses that help make our community great on this special day! SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29th Monthly Employment Data — September 2014
WHEN YOU SHOP SMALL, IT CAN LEAD TO BIG THINGS! Support our local business community SHOP SMALL ON SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY!
EYE ON IT
Current Industry Trends DID YOU KNOW?
Martin County’s Two Airports Witham Field and X58 Indiantown generate over 2,370 jobs with indirect impacts of over $7.6 million in our local small business community!
CLICK HERE
Source: Department of Economic Opportunity/Monthly Employment Data Release
to read the FDOT 2013/2014 Economic Impact Reports
The Business Development Board of Martin County (BDBMC) hosted its annual Business Appreciation Luncheon
with
Senator
Joe
Negron as the guest speaker. The BDBMC recognized the many contributions companies
of from
local, within
existing many
business sectors. These companies provide quality jobs; help expand the local tax base and due to the contributory nature of their businesses, help drive positive economic activity in virtually all sectors of our local economy. Winners of the 2014 Business Development
Board
of
Martin
County’s Business Appreciation Awards are: BUSINESS OF CHARACTER
BUSINESS EXPANSION
EXPORT EXCELLENCE
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
CHARLENE HOAG AWARD
BDBMC BUSINESS APPRECIATION LUNCHEON
REGIONAL ACTIVITY
Pete Tesch—Economic Development Council of St. Lucie, Tim Dougher—Business Development Board of Martin County and Helene Caseltine, Indian River County Chamber of Commerce.
Four-County Partnership Promotes Region at National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA) Annual Meeting and Convention Florida’s Research Coast Economic Development Coalition (FRCEDC) exhibited at the 2014 National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA) Annual Meeting and Convention in Orlando on October 21, 22, and 23rd. NBAA is the world’s largest business aviation trade show - the Orlando event hosted 26,000 attendees and 1100 exhibitors. The region’s economic development practitioners from Martin County, St. Lucie County, Indian River County and Okeechobee County, along with local elected officials and airport managers, promoted the four-county region as a potential business location. Florida’s Research Coast Economic Development Coalition (FRCEDC) is comprised of the primary economic development organizations in Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin and Okeechobee counties and CareerSource Research Coast. The aviation industry is one of the region’s targeted industries for expansion and recruitment.
For more information on Florida’s Research Coast Economic Development Coalition, please visit www.floridarc.com
Regional Aviation Industry Cluster
ATGI
Air & Sea Recovery
Aircraft Service Center
Aircraft Turbine Works
American Jet
Big Sky Aviation
Chips Custom Painting
EB Airfoils
EMC Technology / Florida RF Labs
ETS Power Group
Flight Safety International
H.W. Barnhouse Southern Aeronautics
Jetcraft Aerostructures
Krieger Machine Company
LEJ Refinishing
Legacy Flight Training
Level 3 Inspection
LoPresti Speed Merchants
Missionary Flights International
NavTech
Okeechobee Painting Center
PAC Seating Systems
Paradigm Precision
Phoenix Metal Products
Piper Aircraft Inc.
Rud Aero
Sebastian Aero Services
Sheltair Aviation Facilities
STS Aviation Group
Treasure Coast Avionics
Triumph Aerostructures -
Fixed Based Operators:
App JetCenter Aviation
Atlantic Aviation
Continental Jet
Corporate Air
Okeechobee Jet Center
Paris Air
Pilot’s Paradise
Stuart Jet Center
INDIANTOWN ENTERPRISE ZONE
On October 17th and 18th, Indiantown held its 67th annual rodeo, the community’s largest event held at Timer Powers Park. Since 1947, Indiantown hosted one of the nation’s most prominent rodeos in its historic rodeo bowl. The 1966 Circle T Ranch Championship Rodeo drew 18,000 fans from 41 states to Indiantown. In recent years, the Indiantown rodeo tradition has continued at Timer Powers Park . The Indiantown/Western Martin County Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the counties only annual rodeo in affiliation with the prestigious Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA). The 2014 Indiantown rodeo is professionally produced by the 4L Rodeo Company and is made possible by the generosity of sponsors and hundreds of hours of community volunteers and the Martin County Sheriff’s Office. This year’s event drew thousands of visitors to the rodeo and the small business district on Warfield Boulevard in Indiantown’s Enterprise Zone.
To learn more about Indiantown and Martin County’s only Enterprise Zone, visit the Indiantown interactive website at itown.yesmartinfl.com
BUSINESS BRIEFS
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR EXPANSION
Just a few of the ways the Business Development Board of Martin County can help your business:
Building, Relocation and Site Selection
Financial Assistance and Grant Resources
Training & Workforce Development
OPENING SOON
Data and Market Intelligence
DiCapos Market and Foodery will be joining the City of Stuart Downtown Business District in the new Shoppes on Colorado.
Business Synergy
Export & International Trade
General Business Assistance
Anchorage Manufacturing recently expanded operations with the purchase of a 5,500 square foot building in Stuart. The company produces prototype hardware for various research and development companies.
Keep watch for this new gourmet market opening at www.facebook.com/di.capos
REBRANDING SNEAK PEAK Since 1926, Seacoast National Bank has helped people improve their lives and helped build the community of Martin County. Over the next few months, Seacoast Bank will be rebranding with a new look, building upon a rich history of serving Martin County for nearly 90 years!
NEW PREMIER PROVIDER CONTRACT STS Component Solutions Appointed by Esterline Corporation as its Preferred Provider of 24/7 AOG Support for Boeing 787 Aircraft STS Component Solutions in Palm City, a division of STS Aviation Group headquartered in Jensen Beach, has been selected as the premier provider of 24/7 AOG spares and warranty support for Boeing 787 Aircraft. The spotlight agreement allows STS Aviation Group to administer its global, live-person coverage for all B787 AOG support inquiries as mandated by the Boeing Product Support Agreement between the manufacturer and the Boeing Corporation.
Do you need assistance with something not on this list? Contact us at 772.221.1380 Have questions about something you read here? Contact us at 772.221.1380 As an existing business in Martin County, you are the lifeblood of our community. Helping you grow by navigating the unique challenges of expansion is our expertise. We help businesses of all shapes and sizes, recognizing that no two businesses are the same. Whether you’ve outgrown your space, need a little training for your employees, in need of marketing assistance, or anything in between… we can help!
Business Development Board of Martin County, in partnership with Chapter 1041—Vietnam Veterans, Martin County Veteran Services, United Way, Martin Volunteers, Palm City Action Team, Indian River State College, CareerSource Research Coast, City of Stuart, Martin County Library System, Scripps/TCPalm, Stuart Business Systems and Seacoast National Bank hosted the Martin County Job Fair on Friday, October 24th at Indian River State College in Stuart. Over 40 Martin County employers participated in the event providing employment opportunities in over 100 job titles.
Casey Cass, Vice President at Ferreira Construction, with William, the first new hire at the job fair.
Job Fair Partners
MARTIN COUNTY JOB FAIR
MARTIN COUNTY JOB FAIR Participating Employers
COMMUNITY OUTREACH/OUT AND ABOUT
Council of Chambers luncheon followed by an educational roundtable discussion with John W. Kelly, Ph.D., President at Florida Atlantic University… Go Owls!
Volunteering at SouthFork High School “Give Back” Night to benefit the Indiantown Education Coalition.
Stuart Chamber of Commerce Annual Installation Dinner; Indiantown Rodeo; Florida’s Companies to Watch 2014
BDBMC ACTIVITY OCTOBER EVENTS
Business Development Board of Martin County 1002 SE Monterey Commons Blvd., Suite 203 Stuart, Florida 34996 772.221.1380 l info@bdbmc.org www.yesmartinfl.com www.bdbmc.org
October 3rd
Council of Chambers Luncheon; Business Roundtable with John W. Kelly, Ph.D., President at Florida Atlantic University
October 21st to 23rd
National Business Aviation Association Convention & Exhibition
October 24th
Martin County Job Fair
October 29th
2014 Business Appreciation Awards Luncheon UPCOMING EVENTS
November 4th
Board of Directors Jeff Sabin, President Dan Carmody, President-Elect Mark Robitaille, Secretary Steve Fenton, Treasurer Donna Banister Beth Gaskin Commissioner John Haddox David Kollar Mayor Troy McDonald David Powers Commissioner Anne Scott Odias Smith Leonard Sucsy
Economic Development Council of St. Lucie luncheon with Kelly Smallridge, President & CEO Business Development Board of Palm Beach County
November 5th
Women’s Alliance Network Luncheon hosted by Seacoast Bank
November 6th
Infiniti of Stuart Grand Opening
November 11th
Veterans Parade Downtown City of Stuart
November 12th
Cowhide & Cardboard event benefitting ME’s Team Foundation
November 19th
Enterprise Zone Development Agency meeting
November 20th
Business Development Board of Martin County Board of Directors Meeting
November 21st
BDBMC presentation at SCORE monthly meeting
Ken Norman, Legal Counsel
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Tim Dougher Executive Director
Jill Marasa Business Development & Finance Manager The Business Development Board of Martin County is the county’s official economic development organization, and partner of Enterprise Florida, Inc. and Florida’s Research Coast. The mission of the BDBMC is to promote economic prosperity in Martin County by retaining and assisting existing businesses while preserving the quality of life, and expanding educational and employment opportunities.
The BDBMC is funded in part by the Martin County, Florida Board of County Commissioners