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VOL.4 NO. 7

YOLANDA EVANS Mediavine VP...

Bentley Residences Dezer Development Celebrity Fest 2021 Plumb Talk Studios

RALPHIE'S

BOSS SAUCE

Crooners & the Mob

Stories from Sinatra till now..

Florida's Role in Independence Day!!

JULY 2021

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ATP Flight School Breaks Ground on New Pilot Training Center in Ft. Myers With a post-pandemic airline pilot shortage expected, the new 19,000-square-foot building will increase ATP's capacity to train the next generation of pilots ATP Flight School breaks ground and begins construction on a new pilot training center at Page Field (FMY) in Ft. Myers, Florida. With a post-pandemic airline pilot shortage expected, the new 19,000-square-foot building will increase ATP's capacity to train the next generation of pilots.

With 9,000 square feet of classroom, briefing, and simulator space, ATP will exclusively use the facility to train aspiring pilots in the Airline Career Pilot Program.

Starting with zero experience, students are on the fastest track to careers as airline pilots, graduating in just nine months. Adjacent to the training center will be a 10,000-square-foot maintenance center dedicated to expertly inspecting and maintaining ATP's training feet.

ATP already operates at Ft. Myers Page Field and has been taking delivery of factory-new Piper Archers.

Twenty-five of these Garmin G1000 NXi-equipped aircraft are being delivered throughout 2021, as ATP increases training capacity across the nation.

With future pilot retirements outpacing the training industry's capabilities, ATP has expanded access to airline pilot training throughout Florida. In addition to Ft. Myers, Jacksonville, Daytona Beach, Orlando, Ft. Lauderdale, Stuart, and Tampa locations, this spring, ATP opened training centers in Sarasota, Lakeland, and Boca Raton.

"A shortage of 12,000 pilots is expected by 2023, according to analysis by Oliver Wyman, and pilots training now will be well-positioned to capitalize on this opportunity," said Michael Arnold, director of marketing, ATP Flight School. "ATP's new facility will provide aspiring pilots in Ft. Myers with the very best training and resources so that they can get to the airlines first and establish their careers as fast as possible."

Airline Career Pilot Program class dates begin each Monday at ATP's existing Ft. Myers location, with construction on the new training center scheduled to be completed in January 2022.

The Jills Zeder Group, of Coldwell Banker Realty, Earn No. 1 Spot in the Nation of Large Teams in the US by REAL Trends The Jills Zeder Group, a powerhouse team of Coldwell Banker Realty real estate experts, earned the prestigious No. 1 large team spot in the entire U.S. on the 2021 REAL Trends The Thousand list as published in The Wall Street Journal. This incredible ranking places The Jills Zeder Group as the leader of the "top one-tenth of one percent of more than 1.4 million licensed Realtors® nationwide," per REAL Trends.

REAL Trends ranked The Jills Zeder Group No. 1 on the list of the Top 250 real estate teams in the U.S., based on achieving $1,236,209,596 in closed sales volume in 2020 and 214.6 closed transaction sides in 2020. The Jills Zeder Group, specializing in luxury real estate, such as luxury estates, condominiums and waterfront property; is a sales team affiliated with Coldwell Banker Realty's offices in Miami Beach and Coral Gables, Florida. In addition to The Thousand, The Jills Zeder Group was one of the first real estate teams in the nation to exceed $1 billion in sales in one year (2020), according to the historical REAL Trends data for non-team owned brokerages from 2015–2019*. The team has already surpassed $1 billion** in sales in just four months and 11 days (Jan. 1–May 11, 2021) in 2021, putting them on pace for another record-breaking year. "The Jills Zeder Group has proven that it is the No. 1 team among the top tier of real estate professionals, not only in its community but in the nation," said Duff Rubin, president of Coldwell Banker Realty in Florida. "At Coldwell Banker, we are very proud of this outstanding achievement that recognizes the unparalleled expertise, service, and work ethic that the team offers each of its home buyer and seller clients." "I am elated to congratulate The Jills Zeder Group on this momentous and well-deserved recognition," said Ryan Gorman, president and CEO of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. "This is a testament to the team's expertise, professionalism, and constant dedication to serve their clients as their trusted advisors. It is an absolute privilege to have The Jills Zeder Group as part of the Coldwell Banker family." The REAL Trends The Thousand ranking consists of all real estate agents and teams throughout the United States who took part in residential real estate transactions in 2020. The individual rankings are divided into two top 250 categories, based on closed transaction sides and closed sales volume.

To qualify, an individual agent had to close at least 50 transaction sides or $20 million in sales volume in 2020. For real estate teams, the minimum was 75 transaction sides or $30 million in closed sales volume.

MEDIAVINE Welcomes Yolanda Evans as VP, People Experience and Diversity Mediavine, the largest exclusive full-service ad management firm in the U.S., welcomes Yolanda Evans as VP, People Experience and Diversity. Evans will oversee the People Operations department and department staff.

In this role, Evans will plan, design, develop and evaluate human resource-related initiatives that support operational goals and overall company culture. Specifically, Evans will lead the overall strategic direction of all people related programs including talent acquisition, talent management and all diversity and inclusion initiatives. She will work closely with the executive and leadership teams to ensure Mediavine maintains its position as a Great Place to Work®.

"It didn't take long for me to see that with Mediavine I could bring my enthusiasm for People Experience and Culture to a business that values both," said Evans. "In this growing company there is not only evidence of a thriving culture, but an unrelenting commitment to preserve it. Who wouldn't want to join a company like that?"

Evans brings more than 20 years of experience to Mediavine. In her most recent position at Syniti, as the VP of Talent Acquisition, she played a key role in the company's growth as the business scaled from 400 to 1,400 employees during her tenure. In her leadership role at Syniti she also helped to initiate the company's Diversity & Inclusion Council and launched the Black Employee Network (BEN) & Friends as the Executive Sponsor.

"We are thrilled to welcome Yolanda to Mediavine and are confident she will be integral to maintaining our commitment to Mediavine's company culture and core values as we continue to expand," said Eric Hochberger, Mediavine CEO and Co-Founder. "Her experience and passion for diversity and inclusion as well as evoking positive change in the workplace perfectly position her to steer Mediavine into the next phase of growth as a company."

Yolanda Evans About Mediavine Mediavine is the largest exclusive full-service ad management company in the United States, representing and monetizing more than 8,000 publisher partner websites in addition to its owned and operated properties. Mediavine proudly ranks as a Comscore top five lifestyle property with 130 million unique monthly visitors and 17 billion monthly ad impressions. Additionally, Mediavine is an award-winning Google Certified Publishing Partner, Trustworthy Accountability Group (TAG), Ads.txt and GDPR compliant, and is also a member of the Coalition for Better Ads and Prebid.org.

SOUTH FLORIDA Charity of the Month - June 2021 Dogs Rule Rescue Group 501(c)3 Dogs Rule Rescue Group, a Non-Profit 501(c)3 organization was started on November 5, 2010, by a small group of all-volunteer individuals who are clearly animal lovers and understand the enormous need to keep the euthanasia rate down. Hundreds of dogs are killed every day, right here in Broward county alone. Multiply that by the number of counties across the country! Heartbreaking!

Our mission is finding loving, forever homes for those who would otherwise be euthanized, and educate the public on the importance of Spay and Neuter.

100% of every donation received is spent on saving animals' lives, that is our top and only priority at Dogs Rule Rescue Group!

Our history in our community has been taking in mostly owner surrendered/abandoned animals who would otherwise have been sent to the pound, giving them the medical the attention needed, Always Spay and Neutered, putting them into comfy, caring foster homes and then finding them a loving forever home. That is what we do here at Dogs Rule Rescue Group!

Members of our team are ALL Volunteers focused and driven on forever changing the lives of animals in our community that can no longer be cared for, discarded, or abandoned. Hoping the actions we take will make a long-lasting difference!

www.DogsRuleRescue.org

Enjoy the Beach yet Leave the Sand There!

Sandy Bumz Makes its Way to Florida Beaches! Why was this not on Shark Tank???

South Florida Publisher Jay Shapiro was recently invited to test out a new product called "Sandy Bumz" an outdoor picnic ground cover which can be used on the beach, at outdoor concerts, in the backyard or just about anywhere that you need a safe and clean playpen area.

Sandy Bumz actually covers 52' square feet of earth when opened. When closed it is almost paper thin, lightweight and perhaps about 3 feet by 8 inches. Thin enough to sit in the bottom of a trunk or under a seat and hardly take up any space. On the packaging they include instructions to assemble and repackage the device. Those instructions looked slightly intimidating but the truth is they were not needed. When you pull it out of the bag it almost seems to open itself.

Folding it back up when you leave the beach is a cinch too.

One major benefit of this product that the manufacturer might not have thought of is the fact that if you leave your car keys and sandals on the beach and go swimming out in the ocean its near impossible to keep track of them assuming you swim far enough out.

With this fabulous invention you can be a block out in the ocean and see right where your things are so that they don't get stolen!

Sandy Bumz was invented by Jessica a mother of 3 children. It can be purchased online at: www.MySandyBumz.com for only $29 We feel it is well worth the price if you go to the beach or if you have a family with kids!!

South Florida Artisan Coffee Roaster, Koffee Kult, Expands Coffee Line with Addition of New Summer Cold Brew Blend Koffee Kult, a small batch artisan coffee roaster headquartered in Hollywood, Florida, today announced the launch of its new Summer Cold Brew Blend, which is percolating just in time for the summer heat and highly anticipated iced coffee season.

Coffee lovers will discover Koffee Kult’s new Summer Cold Brew Blend is refreshingly smooth and features hints of cocoa, fruit and floral notes with a medium acidity. The blend is crafted and roasted by in-house Roastmasters for cold brew specifically using exclusively sourced 100% Arabica coffee beans from South America and Indonesia.

“Crafting a cold brew blend was the next logical step in Koffee Kult’s evolution, considering cold brew has become a growing trend in the industry. Koffee Kult’s loyal customers have been asking for it and we’re excited to offer them a new blend to fuel their day,” said Jamie Mardis, founder/CEO of Koffee Kult.

In addition to Koffee Kult’s new Cold Brew Blend, the roaster also offers a popular lineup of quality coffee choices including Dark Roast, Medium Roast and Light Roast coffee beans, as well as blends like Eye Cracker Espresso, Road Dog, Mr. Cooper’s Fiesta En La Finca, and many more, all freshly roasted in-store. Koffee Kult’s blends are available for purchase online at www.koffeekult.com, in-store and on Amazon. Java enthusiasts are also invited to join Koffee Kult’s Secret Coffee Club 3.0, which provides members with small-batch micro-lot coffees that are selected by Koffee Kult’s team of baristas and roasters and shipped exclusively to members.

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754-444-1884 John Whelden, National Licensed Health Insurance Professional in every state in the country, with 9+ years of experience it was only matter of time for this national producer to make his way to the Luxury Chamber .

He is your personal professional representative for all health coverage plans, products and services that actually work for your needs. Day after day, He is deeply committed and dedicated to educating individuals, families and businesses with the necessary knowledge to achieve their specific insurance objectives. Most importantly, He takes pride and loves to help people protect what is most important to them. If you're looking for a person who cares about their clients and works for you, look no further.

Denise M. Guevara, BS, RDE, D.O, FAAD is recognized by Continental Who's Who Denise M. Guevara, BS, RDE, D.O, FAAD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Top Dermatologist in the field of Medicine in acknowledgment for her dedication and commitment to providing exceptional dermatologic care with the establishment of her new practice Revivify Dermatology.

A Board Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Guevara is currently leading a remarkable career demonstrating the highest level of professionalism and integrity.

She performs a blend of cosmetic and dermatologic services with offices in Margate, Tamarac, and Wellington.

In the near future, she is looking forward to the opening of her new practice, Revivify Dermatology with two locations in Boca Raton at 213021 Powerline Rd Suite 108 and in Fort Lauderdale at 701/ D Broward Blvd. Dr. Guevara will continue to provide patients with the latest laser technology and expertise and offer her patients specially formulated skincare products for use as part of a physician-supervised skincare regimen.

BENTLEY MOTORS AND DEZER DEVELOPMENT ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP TO DEVELOP FIRST BENTLEY-BRANDED RESIDENCES IN SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA Top South Florida developer and luxury British automotive brand to add stunning beachfront residential tower to the greater Miami waterfront

Dezer Development the premier real estate developer in South Florida, is pleased to announce its exclusive partnership with Bentley Motors to develop the first ever Bentley-branded luxury residential tower in the world: Bentley Residences.

Designed by the world-renowned architectural firm Sieger Suarez Architects - known for its work on Dezer Development’s Porsche Design Tower and Residences by Armani/Casa - Bentley Residences will contain 200-plus luxury apartments built for residents who expect the very best in design and quality. Standing at 749 feet and over 60 stories high, the Sunny Isles Beach property will be the tallest residential tower on a U.S. beachfront.

The Bentley design team has collaborated with Dezer on the exterior and interior of the building, translating Bentley’s luxury design to the residential experience. Each residence will include an in-unit multi-car garage, allowing for cars to be securely stored alongside the apartment – the ultimate statement in exclusivity and privacy. The patented car elevator is a prominent and luxurious feature for any car enthusiast.

Homes in the Bentley Residences will feature a private balcony, pool, sauna and outdoor shower. Other amenities will include a gym, pool, spa, cinema, whisky bar, restaurant and lounge, cabanas and beautifully landscaped communal gardens.

The innovative design of the Bentley Residences will offer unique ocean and bayside views, thanks to the building’s cylindrical form and floorto-ceiling windows. The tower will be designed to inspire new ways to embrace space and connect to the stunning surrounding environment.

Adrian Hallmark, CEO of Bentley Motors says, “The modern and progressive brand identity of Bentley Residences is at work in both the tower’s interior and exterior spaces, rooted in authenticity and innovation. We’ve partnered with Dezer to create a living experience that expresses the very philosophy of the Bentley brand and stays true to our vision of inspiring extraordinary journeys.”

“Partnering with Bentley Motors, a true global luxury brand, and being able to create another first in the Miami marketplace is an extraordinary opportunity,” added Gil Dezer, President of Dezer Development. “We’ve been instrumental in changing the face and value of the South Florida real estate industry through the introduction of brand partnerships. With Bentley Motors, we will create something inspiring, powerful and iconic – a true game-changer when it comes to luxury living.”

The development is keenly focused on luxury living in a sustainable environment. The building is being designed in accordance with the Florida Green Building Council (FLGC) certification and other environmental regulations to protect the local environment and minimize the impact of the development on local wildlife. Further, environmentally-safe building materials will be used, and reduced coastal lighting implemented to protect endangered sea turtles. The tower will be designed and engineered to reduce energy consumption.

Bentley Residences is scheduled for completion in 2026. Construction is estimated to begin in early 2023. Visit www.bentleyresidencesmiami.com

Film, Fashion and Caviar

The Movie Studio Inc. Fort Lauderdale

Ferrari's & Floral Shirts Magnum P.I. Theme Party at Sample Mansion - May 17, 2021 On Monday, May 17th 2021 a polite crowd gathered at the Sample-McDougald Museum House for a Tropically Themed Spring Porch Party aptly titled for the attendees who were to arrive dressed in Floral prints and driving Ferrari's. 3 attendees did actually arrive via Ferrari and 100% of the guests were appropriately dressed for the occasion. Notables present included: Princess Nuccia McCormick, Investment Banker Craig Pierson, Elaine Fitzgerald, Frankie Barbato, Joe Freer, Rick Sykes and David Lee Roth

Guests of Honor - Patrice et Son Marie

Princess Nuccia McCormick

Miss Universe Pageant and Fashion: US Designer Ema Savahl Launches Her Swimwear Line at the 2021 Telecast Global Event Ema Savahl Couture was the Official Swimwear Sponsor for the 2021 Miss Universe Pageant that just elected Mexican Ana Meza, as the new winner during a worldwide telecast, streamed live by the Seminoles Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood Florida. The event served as global launch of the new brand's swimwear line, and worldwide contestants fell in love with the unique capsule, crafted purposely for the contest.

The Albanian-American designer has been manufacturing her line for over twenty-five years in Miami, a little north of the Design district, maintaining a beautiful and successful team of women at work. The Pandemic inspired Ema to create the first spinoff line, the swim and resort one, that allows now the label to be present on many markets with a product that is uniquely crafted continuing the tradition of Ema's vision, that creates texturing artworks with her special techniques applying it to her sensual and yet sporty silhouettes.

"Growing up as a volleyball player I always recognized that the sexiest women are sporty and tomboyish, mischievous, in the flow, unapologetically original. Healthy is super sexy! Ema Savahl brings this woman out of every woman," continues Ema Koja, while customizing a pair of tops for the Misses.

Ema Savahl's lines are created, in fact, with a technique that the designer has been perfecting for years in an exclusive way. The same approach is now being used in bathing suits that allows for incredible comfort and durability.

The Ema Savahl Swimwear will only be available through the brand's ecommerce, and accessible at worldwide level. Production capability is monitored and optimized thanks to decades of experience. The freshness Ema Savahl swim capsule is underlined by the palette of beautiful and energizing colors chosen to transform any opportunity to wear the swimline in a moment of joy and self confidence.

On the occasion of Miss Universe pageant, that Ema Savahl sponsored, the maison created a fully dedicated capsule available in limited edition only, on the shop online, until June 16th 2021.

Ft. Lauderdale has seen changes. How has your experience been? Do you have plans for the area?

While I do not have a long history in Ft. Lauderdale, almost nine years, there are many observable changes…some that present opportunities, other that present challenges. The city has a much more cosmopolitan feel today with all the residential development downtown—thousands of new residences that will create more demand on the infrastructure, but also present greater business activity. The Historic Downtowner is an iconic spot surrounded by many new high rises, yet retains that old-school, “Key Westy” feel to it. Other than a few cosmetic enhancements here and there, I do not see that changing. Tropical and casual attire, including tees, shorts, and flops will always have a place in Ft. Lauderdale. Historic Dockers is right next door to the airport, so for many visitors it is their first taste of Florida. On the other hand, the growing cosmopolitan aspects of Las Olas and downtown Ft. Lauderdale, has tremendous appeal for cultural and business development. I am looking at several options to enter that market.

If you had to sum up the south Florida area in five words, what would they be?

Fun, great climate, diverse, sexy, opportunity

Celebrity Trainer Linzi Martinez joins Luxury Chamber South Florida Chapter Linzi is celebrity personal trainer and nutritional therapist. She is an award-winning television producer, host and actress and has been providing life changing information to her viewers, followers, and audience for over a decade. Linzi and her awarding winning health documentaries have been featured and seen on, ESPN, NBC, CBS, ABC, The Discovery Channel, Apple TV, FOX and more. As a published author, Linzi’s expert advice column can be read monthly in the local South Florida Lifestyle Magazine and she has been featured in WomenFitness, Muscle Magazine and more. Linzi is the CEO and host of Body on Fire Fitness and the Body on Fire Shapewear athletic line and fitness programs for women debuting 2021. Linzi has been providing life changing complimentary daily live fitness and nutritional information during the pandemic within a Facebook group called Inhome Fitness in effort to help women feel ridiculously alive and outrageously beautiful – the way they are supposed to feel! With the group growing to thousands, Linzi has recently been awarded Miami’s Lite FM League of Legendary Women and the Silver Linings Award for Female Entrepreneur with the positive impact during Covid 19.

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