Chamber Trends Magazine - June 2014

Trends Chamber

The Official Publication of The Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral

June 2014

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JUNE 2014 Publisher & Editor Donna Schuman-Germain Communications Director donna@capecoralchamber.com Contributing Editors Mike Quaintance Chamber President q2u2@capecoralchamber.com Stephanie Roberson Technology Director stephanie@capecoralchamber.com Claudia St. Onge Business Manager cso@capecoralchamber.com Bill Johnson, Jr. Membership Sales Director bill@capecoralchamber.com Melanie Lempke Administrative Generalist melanie@capecoralchamber.com Amanda Brunson Special Events Coordinator amanda@capecoralchamber.com Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral P.O. Box 100747, Cape Coral, FL 33910 2051 Cape Coral Parkway Cape Coral, FL 33904 Phone (239) 549-6900 Fax (239) 549-9609

JUNE 3RD Business Card Exchange Invest in America’s Veterans Foundation 4820 Leonard Street, Cape Coral, FL 33904 7:30 a.m.

JUNE 5TH Men’s Power Networking Miracle Professional Baseball 14400 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy , Ft. Myers, FL 33912 6:30 p.m.

JUNE 11TH General Membership Lunch Rumrunners 5848 Cape Harbour Drive , Cape Coral, FL 33914 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

JUNE 19TH Business After Hours The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village 5951 Silver King Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33914 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

TUESDAYS YEAR ROUND Surfside Sunset Market The Shops at Surfside - Veterans and Surfside 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

To register for any of the above events online or for more up-to-date information please visit www.capecoralchamber.com

Q’s WORLD ARE YOU READY?

Mike “Q” Quaintance, President, MBA, CCE

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t is June and officially Hurricane season, so this month’s article is about disaster planning. Are you prepared? Not that I want to anger the Hurricane Gods, but it has been relatively quiet since Charley.

Former Fire Chief Van Helden used to say, “It is not, If, It’s when.”

Getting your business prepared is more than just getting supplies, it is about inspecting your building structure and making necessary repairs, it is about

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training your employees concerning their activities and importance to recovery, it is about what you do after you survive the storm, it is about updating or creating a plan.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has a pretty cool online program called the Business Continuity Planning Suite. The Suite is designed to be user friendly and scalable for optimal organizational use. It consists of three main components: Business Continuity Planning training, an automated Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery Plan generator and a self-directed exercise for testing an implemented Business Continuity Plan.

What we learned from Charley was we were really good at preparing, but we needed to perform better “after-the-storm”side of things. As many as 80 percent of the businesses that suffered damage in Hurricane Andrew never opened again. Similar numbers were realized in parts of Charlotte County after Charley. It could take a community up to five years to recover from a direct hit from a major storm. Be prepared; do not let a Hurricane or other disaster, natural or manmade to put you out of business.

Click Below For Business Continuity Planning Suite

http://www.ready.gov/business-continuity-planning-suite

Chairman - Annette Carrasquillo, LAI Design Associates, LLC Chairman Elect - Ed Ramos, Ramos Builders, Inc. Treasurer - Brett Bisbe, B2 Solutions, Inc Past Chairman - Joseph Mazurkiewicz, BJM Consulting, Inc. Beverly Black - Black Business Solutions, LLC Ed Bolter - Lamar Advertising Dana Brunett - City of Cape Coral Matthew Connar - Boost Creative Tony Constantino - Financial Advisor Kevin M. Burns & Assoc. P.A. Diane Everhart - Northwestern Mutual Financial Joseph Francioni - The Smart Companies Cynthia Gallagher - The Breeze Newspapers Tom Hansen - Boat House of Cape Coral Tim Hauck - Fuller Metz Cremation and Funeral Services Cheryl Komnick - Caloosa Tent & Rental Trish Lassiter - LCEC Michelle Lewis - Past Chairman - B2 Solutions Donna Meola, First Merchant Payment Services, Past Chairman Thomas Shipp Jr. - Past Chairman - Tom Shipp at the Martin Law Firm Stanley Spicer - Platinum Service A/C Chris Spiro - Past Chairman - Spiro & Associates Zachary Zeis - Elysium Construction Inc.

2014 TRUSTEES

Rhonda Chapman - First Citizens Bank Sallie Dwyer - SunTrust Merchant Services Sandra Greiner - SunSplash Family Waterpark Mike Hollow - RE//MAX Realty Team Scott Kashman - Cape Coral Hospital Laura Koehn - CapeCoral.com David Owen - BB & T - Oswald, Trippe & Co. Wendy Piascik - Lee Memorial Health System Michelle Whitlock - Siesta Pebble Pool Interiors

2014 CHAIRMAN EMERITUS Tom Giles - Avalon Engineering Wayne Kirkwood - Kirkwood Electric Elmer Tabor - Wonderland Realty

CHAMBER STAFF

Mike Quaintance, President Donna S. Germain, Communications Director Claudia St. Onge, Business Manager & Farmers’ Market Director Bill Johnson, Jr., Membership Sales Director Stephanie Roberson, Technology Director Melanie Lempke, Administrative Generalist Amanda Brunson, Special Events Coordinator Linda Kirby, Membership Sales Annette Siner, Membership Sales

APRIL NEW MEMBERS & RENEWALS NEW

Allegiance Home Inspection, LLC. Kevin Letendre Altieri Law Firm, P.A. Timothy J. Altieri ESQ

ACE Hardware of Cape Coral Member Since: 05/16/2011

Fishermen’s Village Member Since: 04/30/2012

Pelletier Rickert Physical Therapy Member Since: 05/01/1991

American Brokers Realty Group, Inc Member Since: 05/25/2011

Five County Insurance Agency Member Since: 05/10/2012

Raso Realty, Inc. Member Since: 04/01/1989

Florida Everblades Member Since: 04/28/2006

Real Estate Showcase Member Since: 04/01/1996

Florida Gulf Coast University Member Since: 05/07/2004

Rebecca A. Ross with Robert W. Baird Member Since: 01/11/2012

Awakening Bliss Brandon Reich

Animal ER of Southwest Florida, Inc. Member Since: 04/05/2013

Country View Garden Homes Jennifer Lamb

Arthur Printing Member Since: 04/01/1997

Crown Inspection Services Jeffrey D. Berge

Bert’s Bar & Grille Member Since: 04/25/2008

HeadPinz Mike Cannington

Best Pets Member Since: 04/16/2012

idoc SWFL Cory Noland

Blind Gallery Member Since: 10/05/2011

Lee County Supervisor of Elections Office Vicki Collins

Boats and Fun Member Since: 01/22/2011

Mosquito Joe Gerald Logue Jr. Neaher & Teuber, P.L. Steven Teuber Rockade Lynn Pippenger Sleep Number by Select Comfort James Recca Title Specialists Pat DeRosa Various Images Alison White

Caloosa Tent & Rental Member Since: 05/15/2001 Cape Coral Community Foundation Member Since: 04/30/1999 Cape Coral Irish American Club, Inc Member Since: 04/13/2005 CC Stone w/Coastal Realty SWFL Member Since: 03/03/2009 Century 21-Birchwood Realty, Inc. Member Since: 11/01/1994 Chicago Pizza Member Since: 06/24/2008

World Realty Timothy Reichert

Coral Ridge Funeral Home and Cemetery Member Since: 04/28/2008

RENEWALS

Designers Showcase Member Since: 04/01/1990

A Better Home Watch Member Since: 02/13/2004

Elysium Construction Inc Member Since: 04/13/2012

Florida Homes & Services Member Since: 05/17/2012 Frantz EyeCare - Jonathan M. Frantz, MD, FACS Member Since: 04/01/1989 Gulf Coast Symphony Member Since: 09/19/2005 Home Services By Rafael Member Since: 08/22/2007

Reds Fresh Seafood House & Tavern Member Since: 02/22/2013 Rib City Member Since: 04/01/1997 Rotary Club of Cape Coral North Member Since: 05/06/2010

Hooters Cape Coral Member Since: 02/02/2012

Rumrunners Member Since: 04/25/2011 Sea Tow Member Since: 05/25/2000

Horseman’s Landscape Inc. Member Since: 02/25/2008

Simonson & Sons, Inc. Member Since: 10/17/2011

Kinetic Thoughts LLC Member Since: 01/28/2010

Smargasy, Inc. Member Since: 02/25/2013

Larue Pest Management,Inc. Member Since: 04/11/2005

Stabley Marketing, LLC Member Since: 04/11/2012

Lee County Inspection Services Member Since: 10/29/2008

The Aubuchon Team of Companies Member Since: 11/01/1995

Mariner High School Member Since: 05/28/2004

West Coast Collision Member Since: 05/12/2008

Metamorphosis Coaching, LLC Member Since: 05/10/2010 Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Member Since: 04/13/1999 PartyLite - Candle Ladies Renee’ & Rhonda Member Since: 04/13/2012

Thank you all for your membership!

CHAMBER TRENDS

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR MEMBERSHIP DURING THE SLOW SEASON!

Annette Carrasquillo, LAI Design Associates 2014 Chairman

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s we enter the “slow” period for many businesses in our community it is especially important to remember the resources that are available within your Chamber to promote your business.

For many of us, the summer months can be challenging as the northerners have gone home, traffic has slowed and families go on vacation.

Networking within the Chamber can open new doors and bring new opportunities to your business. These opportunities are available through the General Membership Luncheon, Business Card Exchanges, Business After Hours, Ribbon Cuttings and special events, such as the upcoming Men’s Power Networking at Hammond Stadium and the Key West Express Trip!

The Chamber also provides each member the opportunity to display their business cards or brochures at the Welcome Center to promote their business to visitors that stop there each and every day.

Our City continues to grow and with that the Chamber’s membership is also growing. New businesses are moving into the Cape each day and we continue

to see many great places in our City where we can enjoy the lifestyle of living in paradise. From water parks to the beach, the new Boathouse, as well as many new restaurants throughout the City, the shopping that is available and our very own indoor farmers market at the Shops at Surfside each week. There is so much to do!

I hope to see many of you at one of these locations enjoying your summer and having fun!

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with a purpose. & Have Fun!

7:30am Start 2051 Cape Coral Pkwy. E. Cape Coral, FL 33904 (at the foot of the Cape Coral Bridge)

For Information Call 239-633-7254 th

Parking is available along SE 47 Terr. and adjacent streets.

Come early to assure a parking space.

Entry Fee: th On or before Wednesday June 25 - $20.00 th rd June 26 - July 3 - $25.00 Race Day- $35.00 ALL AGES (Excluding kids races under 12) th Youth (17 & under) on or before Wednesday June 25 - $15.00 th rd Youth (17 & under) June 26 - July 3 - $20.00 Kids Fun Runs (under 12) $5.00 (T-Shirts for race day registrants not guaranteed) Register by mail: POSTMARK DEADLINE JUNE 25 to be accepted Mail check and entry form to: Fort Myers Track Club P.O. Box 60131 Ft. Myers, FL 33906 Make checks payable to: FMTC Register online: rd www.ftmyerstrackclub.com (deadline is 5:00pm July 3 ) Register on Race Day: Race day registration begins at 6:30am at the race tent at the West side of the Chamber Office. See Map. Race Packet Pick –Up: Race packets may be picked up on Wednesday July 2nd at: The Cape Coral Chamber 2051 Cape Coral Pkwy

from 2:00pm to 6:00pm or Thursday, July 3rd, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at Run Florida, 13101 McGregor Blvd. Ft. Myers, FL or on race day starting at 6:30am.

Post-Race Party: Refreshments, beer, music (for all race participants) Goodie Bag: Freedom 5k T-shirt (guaranteed for the first 550 registered participants only), discount coupons, raffle prizes and more Overall Awards: Male & Female Overall Male & Female Masters 40 and over Male & Female Grandmasters 50 and over Male & Female Sr. Grandmasters 60 & Over Age Group Awards: st rd 1 – 3 M&F in the following age categories: 0-11, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over

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Kids Fun Run: For kids under 12. Ribbons and T shirts will be given to all participants. Fun Runs begin after 5K is completed.

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Kids Runs ☐ FREEDOM 5K OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM 5k Run/Walk ☐ First Name: ____________________________Last Name: __________________________________M.I.____________ Birth Date: ________________________ Age (day of race): _____________________ M: _______ F: _______ Address: ___________________________________________ State: _________________ Zip: ___________________ Phone: _________________________ Email:___________________________________ Shirt Size (circle) S M L XL REGISTRATION IS NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE Please make checks payable to: Ft. Myers Track Club. Entry forms may be mailed to: Fort Myers Track Club P.O. Box 60131, Fort Myers, FL 33906 POSTMARK BY JUNE 25, 2014

(Shirts for the first 550 registered participants)

RELEASE FORM IS MANDATORY. INCOMPLETE OR UNSIGNED ENTRY FORMS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED.

WAIVER OF LIABILITY: I know that participating in this running event is a potentially hazardous activity. I agree not to enter and participate unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of an event official relative to my ability to safely complete the event. I am voluntarily assuming all risks associated with participating in this running event including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, spectators or others, the effects of weather, including heat, cold, and/or humidity, traffic and rough trail conditions on the course, all risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this Waiver of Liability and knowing the facts, and in consideration of your acceptance of this application of entry in the Freedom 5k, to be held on July 4, 2014 I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Ft. Myers Track Club, the State of Florida, the County of Lee, The City of Cape Coral, The Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral, all sponsors, volunteers, officers, directors and members of each said organization, their respective employees and agents, and any other entities and individuals who are in any way connected with this event even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on part of persons named in this waiver. BY SUBMITTING THIS APPLICATION, I AGREE TO THE ABOVE WAIVER OF LIABILITY. The FMTC and Chamber of Commerce reserve the right to deny registration to any applicant. Further, I hereby give full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use any photographs, video-tapes, motion pictures, recording and any other record of this event for legitimate purposes. Should this race be cancelled the entry fee shall be deemed a donation. PLEASE FOR SAFETY REASONS, NO STROLLERS, HEADSETS, DOGS OR ROLLER SKATES.

Date: _________ Signature: ______________________________ Parent/Guardian if under 18: _________________

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP LUNCH

The Chamber welcomed our new members (top left) as well as Guest Speaker Rusty Shunk (top right) who spoke to the members about Public Speaking at the May General Membership Lunch at Bonefish Grill.

Mid Left - Membership Director Bill Johnson, Jr. recognized Laura Koehn from CapeCoral.com as this month’s Mentor of the Month.

Bottom Left - Board Members, Chris Spiro, Spiro & Associates and Brett Bisbe, B2 Solutions being silly.

Bottom Right - Members Laura Koehn from CapeCoral.com, Amy Morales from Costco, Rhonda Culmer from The Candle Ladies - Partylite and Kerri Goldsmith from HBKS enjoy the May General Membership Lunch at Bonefish.

Please be sure to join us for the June 11th General Membership Lunch at Rumrunners. Make your reservations at www.capecoralchamber. com.

HEALTHY TRENDS

DON’T MISS THE SYMPTOMS

Salvatore Lacagnina, D.O. Vice President of Health & Wellness, Lee Memorial Health System

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ften times symptoms develop that many of us assume are simply benign or related to getting older.

This is not always the case and in some situations can be a serious mistake.

Let’s look at several examples. Chest pain is often assumed to be benign and related to such things as heartburn or a musculoskeletal problem but more often is related to poor blood supply to the heart.

The pain a person experiences in the chest when they exert themselves is often times the result of clogged arteries that supply the heart with blood and nutrients. When the physician is listening to the description of these symptoms, the patient usually describes a crushing pain in the chest as if an elephant is sitting on the chest.

The pain may be in the middle of the chest or on the left side but could also radiate to the back, up to the jaw or down the left arm. These pains can be associated with shortness of breath and sometimes palpitations (a sense of fluttering in the chest). If the heart rhythm becomes irregular because of the improper blood supply in addition to palpitations, the individual may also feel dizzy or lightheaded and could even faint.

Since cardiovascular disease is the number one killer and number one cause of health problems in this country, we need to pay special attention to the symptom of chest pain and absolutely not assume it to be a benign symptom until we have a clear diagnosis. The recommendation is to call 911 if you are having any chest pain or symptoms as described above. It is most important to travel to the hospital by ambulance and not to ask someone to take you in the car. The reason being that if you are having heart problems, the emergency medical technicians can administer medication, oxygen and other treatments that would be helpful while you are on the way to the emergency room. The treatments that you can get in the ambulance can indeed be life-saving.

Similar to the symptoms associated with heart disease as described above, it is important that you do not dismiss symptoms that could be caused by what is now termed a “brain attack”. The symptoms to look out for would include slurred speech, a sudden decrease in vision, drooping on one side of the face, difficulty moving an arm or a leg, problems with balance, or numbness on one side of the body. The symptoms associated with a brain attack or a stroke usually come on rather suddenly and are very obvious.

Similar to a heart attack, a brain attack is also an acute problem with blood flow.

Something causes a sudden interruption of blood flow to a particular part of the brain and the above symptoms develop. Also similar to a heart attack, quick treatment is absolutely essential and can be life-saving when you are having a stroke. This is why the recommendation is the same. If you are having any of these symptoms, call 911 immediately. In this situation also, going to the hospital emergency room by ambulance is the best course of action.

The ambulance professionals can be in contact with the emergency room physician and medications and other treatments can be administered while you are in route to the emergency room. Unfortunately I have seen several patients over my career die in the car being transported to the emergency room when they insisted to their spouse or significant other not to call 911 and instead to drive them to the emergency room.

This is a tragic situation that is avoidable.

Osteoporosis sounds like a much more benign disease as compared to heart attacks and strokes but bone fractures as a result of osteoporosis can create chronic pain and disability. Pain in a joint that occurs as a result of minimal trauma might be the result of osteoporosis. A close friend of mine recently developed severe and unrelenting pain in the foot after minimal trauma. I convinced her to have an x-ray and she indeed had a fracture. Although she is younger than 50, I recommended she have a bone density test since I suspect she probably has osteoporosis. My mother also recently developed severe back pain in relation to coughing during a bout of pneumonia.

Again I recommended an x-ray and she too had a fracture. But my mother’s fracture was in the spine and caused 40 days of excruciating pain before she had a procedure to reverse the fracture (called a kyphoplasty). The message here is: do not disregard the symptoms of a bone fracture (severe acute pain, or chronic mild-to-moderate but localized pain) as this might be the result of an osteoporotic fracture.

Let’s think next about the symptom of memory loss. When this occurs slowly over time, it might be a symptom of Alzheimer’s or what is called mild cognitive impairment. Many people believe that memory loss is a function of aging but this is not necessarily true. Many folks in their 80’s and 90’s have great mental function.

So when memory loss becomes obvious, it should be evaluated just like any other symptom. The medical work up for many of these conditions is extensive but you should continue to investigate until a diagnosis is made. This is the one way to get the treatment correct. Not having a diagnosis and treating the symptom can be useless and sometimes harmful.

The symptom of a chronic cough might be related to a lung problem such as pneumonia, asthma, emphysema, or a persistent viral/bacterial infection. It might also be due to a gastrointestinal problem such as reflux (chronic regurgitation of acid from the stomach into the esophagus); and it also might be due to sinusitis with chronic post nasal drip. Medications are also known to cause a chronic dry cough (specifically some blood pressure medications called Ace Inhibitors).

Another common symptom is chronic fatigue and this could be the result of many illnesses including congestive heart failure, anemia, low thyroid, depression or simply sleep deprivation. It could also be the side effect of a medication you are taking so be sure to review all medications with your physician or health care provider to ensure an accurate diagnosis.

Last for this article but certainly not least is the problem of rectal bleeding. This is a common problem often quickly associated with hemorrhoids. Realize this is a sign and not a symptom of a health problem. Rectal bleeding might be due to hemorrhoids but also might be caused by a bleeding polyp, colon cancer, or different types of colitis/ inflammation of the colon. It might also be due to bleeding disorders or even a tear in the lining of the rectum. Rectal bleeding should never be assumed to be due to hemorrhoids until a colonoscopy is done to rule out all other common and uncommon reasons for bleeding. Blood tests are also helpful to rule out bleeding disorders and anemia.

In summary, pay close attention to all symptoms that develop and discuss these with your physician or health care provider. Before your visit, sit down and write out all the symptoms you are having. List when they occur; if they are associated with an activity such as eating; list what makes the symptoms better and worse; what you are doing when they occur and if you do anything in particular to get the symptoms to resolve. This information will be very helpful to your physician as he/she works through the details and develops a diagnosis. Once the symptoms are related to a diagnosis, then a proper treatment plan can be discussed and implemented.

Stay well my friends, please be sure to send any questions or comments to Dr.Sal@ Leememorial.org.

HELP HELP OTHERS! HELP US, US, HELP OTHERS!

As the summer months upon usharder it becomes harderfor and harderand for families and individual As the summer months are upon us are it becomes and harder families individuals to find sources for food.

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Arthur IBERIABANK Arthur Printing - 1518 SEPrinting 46th Ln- 1518 SE 46th Ln IBERIABANK - 2546 Heydon Ln- 2546 Heydon Ln Bubba’s - 2121 SW Pine Island Rd, Auto - 4533 Del Prado Blvd Bubba’s Roadhouse - 2121Roadhouse SW Pine Island Rd, Ken’s Auto RepairKen’s - 4533 Del Repair Prado Blvd Coral Caring - 4645 SE 15th Ave. Insurance 1326 Cape Coral Pkwy E Cape Coral CaringCape Center - 4645 SE Center 15th Ave. Premier InsurancePremier - 1326 Cape Coral- Pkwy E Century 21 Sunbelt 725 Cape Raso Realty 4812 Cape Coral St, Cape Coral Century 21 Sunbelt - 725 Cape Coral -Parkway W.Coral Parkway W. Raso Realty - 4812 Cape Coral- St, Cape Coral - 611Suite S.E. A 11th Street, Suite A Siesta Pebble Pool - 1126 SE 12th Court CCCIA - 611 S.E. CCCIA 11th Street, Siesta Pebble Pool Interiors - 1126 SEInteriors 12th Court Chamber of Commerce of Cape 2051 Cape CoralSpiro Pkwy & Associates 12651Suite McGregor Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral - 2051 CapeCoral Coral- Pkwy E. & E. AssociatesSpiro - 12651 McGregor- Blvd., 4-402Blvd., Suite 4-402 FOS - 790 Del Prado Blvd.

SurfsideMarket Sunset–Farmer’s – Veterans Parkway & FOS Furniture - 790 DelFurniture Prado Blvd.

Surfside Sunset Farmer’s VeteransMarket Parkway & IBERIABANK 1715 Cape Coral Pkwy W Surfside Blvd. (The Surfside (The Shops at Surfside, Tuesdays 3pm - 8pm) IBERIABANK - 1715 Cape Coral- Pkwy W Shops Blvd. at Surfside, Tuesdays 3pm - 8pm) IBERIABANK - 812 SunSplash - 400 Santa Barbara Blvd IBERIABANK - 812 Del Prado Blvd S Del Prado Blvd S SunSplash - 400 Santa Barbara Blvd

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SPECIAL EVENTS THANK YOU!!

Amanda Brunson, Special Events Coordinator

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omen’s Power Networking was once again a huge success last week.

Everyone had a great time networking and thanks to Linda Kolber from Associates in General and Vascular Surgery Vein and Laser Center everyone learned more about their skin and how to take better care of it.

Thank you to The Joint for hosting an incredible evening, I think I can speak for everyone that the food was amazing.

We appreciate everyone who attended and supported WPN, with your support we are able to have these great events. We look forward to seeing you all once again on August 26th at our Annual Women’s Leadership Conference.

Don’t forget if you register before the 15th of May your cost for the full day conference is only $89.

If you are interested in sponsorships for this event please call or email me at (239) 549-6900 ext 111 or Amanda@capecoralchamber.com.

Thank you to all our sponsors who supported the May event!

The Joint Nerium International Lee Memorial Key West Express Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz, PA Associates in General & Vascular Surgery Vein and Laser Center Bubba’s Roadhouse & Saloon

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We make banking easy and convenient for your business and personal banking needs, so that you have more time for the things in life that matter most.

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Thank You for a Great Golf Tournament!!!!!

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THANK YOU TO OUR PLAYERS AND HOLE SPONSORS!!!

Achieva Credit Union, All Power Electric, LLC, Avalon Engineering, B2 Solutions, Inc, Backstreets Sports Bar, BB&T - Oswald, Trippe & Co, BJM Consulting, Inc., Boost Creative, Cape Coral Housing Development Corp, Coral Ridge Funeral Home and cemetery, Corona Property Holdings, LLC, DJC Insurance, Entech Computer Services, Florida Community Bank, For The Kids Foundation, Fuller Metz Cremation and Funeral Services, Hill, Barth & King LLC, Kevin Schuman Exclusive Allstate Agent, Kirkwood Electric, Koboyashi Dojo, Lee Memorial Health System, Miloff Aubuchon Realty Group, Inc., Mullins Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc, Mutual of Omaha Bank, Outsource, Pavese Law Firm, LLP, Platinum Service A/C, Preferred Materials, Primary Electric, RE/Max Realty, Siesta Pebble Pool Interiors, Sunshine Jewelers & Gold Exchange, The Boat House of Cape Coral, The Legacy Wealth Management Group-UBS Financial Services, Inc, The Letter Box, The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village, Tundra Homes, Wastepro of Florida & Wonderland Realty

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

Leadership 2014 LEADERSHIP CAPE CORAL DEFINED.

TESTIMONIALS

Leadership Cape Coral is a thirteen week program for an adult that educates the participants about the components that make up Cape Coral. The various program days include team building, public safety, education, government, cultural opportunities, infrastructure, corrections, public services, and parks and recreation. These program days are organized and chaired by recent past graduates of the program so that they can share their knowledge concerning the various days.

Leadership Cape Coral isn’t for those that are content with things the way they are. If you or the owner of your business is ready to elevate Management your performance within the largest city and in SW Florida then please sign up for Leadership Cape Coral, it will help you reach that next level. You WON’T be disappointed!

There have been more than 500 graduates of the program since the charter year in 1993. Many of these graduates become a part of Cape Coral Leadership Alumni and often go on to the Advanced Leadership Cape Coral program with a focus on developing and enhancing management and leadership skills. The final tier of leadership education is Cape Coral Community Trustee program, which is by invitation and helps participants discover areas where they can assume community leadership roles.

Today, our leadership graduates are contributing to vital areas of the community such as; leadership roles in government from the City Council to the State of Florida, community organizations like American Cancer Society, Easter Seals, and Junior Achievement, and leadership with our largest employers. It is not uncommon for our leadership graduates to see the value and feel the need to pass along the gift of leadership by participating in our Cape Coral Jr. Leadership program. Without a doubt the Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral has one of the most comprehensive leadership programs in Florida.

ARE YOU INTERESTED?

It is simple to participate, just fill out the registration form below and fax, or mail it to the Chamber. We will send you an application. Monthly payment plans are available for tuition. Tuition is $1,200 and includes hotel stay at kick-off, all meals and transportation. Be sure to fill out and submit your application before July 28, 2014.

LYNNIE GUZMAN l News-Press l 2011 Leadership Cape Coral opens doors and open your eyes to the community around you. It lays out the assets and the opportunities for you in a way no other investment of time and money could do. I have seen it change the lives of many people and I know it has changed my life forever and that is why I am still involved in Leadership Cape Coral today. The program continues to pay benefits to me, my family, my business and my community.

JOE MAZURKIEWICZ l BJM Consulting l 1993 Leadership Cape Coral helped save my life!

During health day, a physician was telling us that heart attacks don’t always happen in the most common perceived way–chest pain and numbness in the left arm. I remembered that comment when the following week I had a heart attack (throbbing in both arms just below my elbows and no chest pain). I was rushed to the hospital.

B. PAT O’ROURKE l Lee County EDC l 2007

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Leadership 2014 LEADERSHIP CAPE CORAL ANNUAL SPONSORSHIPS $2,500 Annual Investment – Cornerstone • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

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BJM CONSULTING BB&T-OSWALD, TRIPPE & CO THE AUBUCHON TEAM OF COMPANIES DON SCHNELL, MUTUAL OF OMAHA BANK

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RIBBON CUTTINGS

Complete Nutrition Jeff Buethe 1860 NE Pine Island Rd. Ste. 215 Cape Coral, FL 33909 (239) 573-0594 www.completenutrition.com

HeadPinz Mike Cannington 1899 Del Prado Blvd. S. Cape Coral, FL 33904 (239) 574-3611 www.headpinz.com

Men’s Rights Law Firm Sam Assini 2799 Del Prado Blvd S Cape Coral, FL 33904 (239) 829-0166 www.4themen.com

Palmetto Pine Country Club Ashley Sanders 1940 SW 9th Court Cape Coral, FL 33991 (239) 574-7262 www.palmettopine.com

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Rockade Lynn Pippenger 1023 SE 47th Terrace Cape Coral, FL 33904 (239) 541-7900 www.caperockade.com

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Call Donna Germain at 549-6900 ext. 107

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Please join the Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral for Men's Power Networking June 5th at Hammond Stadium. The cost is only $20 and includes: networking outside the stadium in the newly renovated picnic area, box seat tickets to the game, miracle baseball hat, hot dog & beverage Register today at www.capecoralchamber.com Thank you to our Sponsors!!!!!

REAL ESTATE TRENDS From Our Chairman CAPE CORAL’S RETURN TO PARADISE

2012(CDPE) Berge Aslanian Donna Meola, Kirkwood Electric Realtor, RE/MAX Island Harbor 2012 Chamber Chairman

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aradise Lost? Well, it was for awhile.

But now Cape Coral is Paradise can’t believe its December Regained!

John Milton wouldlast be and I am writing my 5-29-14 proud to be remembered even though this article as Chairman of theis Real Estate Trends certainly much different Board.

2012 has context. just flown by Cape Coral’s Return to aParadise and been A lookthere at thehave numbers will so shedmany some Paradise Lost? Well, it was for awhile. But now Cape Coral is Paradise Regained! accomplishments Icertainly would to light on what we mean. the three month John Milton would be proud to be remembered even though this is For a like much different context. share.

(Please forgive me if I have period ending 4/26/14: any!!) For the three month A look at the numbers will shed some light forgotten on what we mean. period ending 4/26/14: How fortunate we are to live For Sale Sold

Mar ’13 Median $ Homes 2098 $244,500 252 $164,500

in Paradise! Our economy is

Apr ’13 May ‘14 growing the outlook for 2013 Medianand $ Median $ Homes Homes 1995is for$244,500 1777 $248,750 continued growth.

353 $164,500 378 $165,000

2012 was a great year!! Much was accomplished for you, including making Cape Coral a better place to do business. Here are a few of Mar ’13 Apr ’13 May ‘14 the highlights: Median $ Condos Median $ Condos Median $ Condos For Sale 319 $139,750 Development 333 $139,750 $144,250 The Cape Coral Economic Office 302 delivered on their Sold 46 $118,000 62 $118,000 61 $130,000 promise to increase business, investment and employment in the area.

The family teamhomes closed economic development projects, With single for 137 sale, inventory has been steadily decreasing again which even though prices85 arenew stillhomes strong andsale, increasing.

Homes sold show the same trend, units With single family for inventory has been steadily decreasing again even represents businesses in the Cape and 52 expansions. sold are increasing and prices are still strong.

The prices EDO are created a public/private strategic partnership withunits Lamar though still strong and increasing. Homes sold show the same trend, sold Condos for saleand haveHDPR decreased but prices are up.

Numbers of condos sold are solid Advertising Group and a new marketing campaign that are increasing and prices are still strong. but the prices have really increased! says “Cape Coral Open for Condos for sale haveisdecreased butBusiness. prices are ”up. Numbers of condos sold are solid but Historically, this trend seems to repeat itself each year the end of season. Contracts Cape Coral welcomed the opening of at1,156 businesses in 2012 the prices havethat really increased! written during flurry of seasonal activity are closing while inventory has not yet been including 301 place based businesses, 809 home-based businesses replenished.

The main differences today are prices.

We are seeing a nice steady Historically, this trend seems to repeat itself each year at the end of season. Contracts increase in property prices.

No, not the steep climb that took place in 2005 anddistances 2006 but and 46 unspecified businesses.

Commerce means shorter written thatsteady flurry growth of seasonal activity arewe closing while inventory not yet been a more during gentle yet in pricing.

And, are still below nationalhas averages!

In to your more goods and services. means fact,travel people for are noticing construction vehicles on Commerce the road as new also building is once a replenished.

The main differences today are prices.

We are seeing a nice steady increase again showingtax signs of life. diversified base and jobs! in property prices. No,ofnotCommerce the steep climb that tookCoral place in 2005 and 2006 but a more The Chamber of Cape tothe grow For the past few months, this broken record keeps spinningcontinues and repeating sameas gentle yet steady growth in pricing.

And, we are still below national averages!

In fact, tune. in As you see sales increasing andmembership prices increasing at a healthy the well; December 2011 our was at anand allsteady timerate low of message becomes quite clear.

Our realvehicles estate market isroad rebounding! people are noticing more construction on the as new building is once again 583 members, today we stand at 744. This resulted in a 78 percent showing signs of life.

The news media keeps reporting Lee County at or below 6% now, membership growth with unemployment a retentioninrate of 81 ispercent.

This could down frompast 14%few twomonths, years ago. price singlespinning family homes sold in all the of Lee Forhave the this Median broken recordofthe keeps and repeating same not been accomplished without referrals from our members, County (not just Cape Coral) is over $200,000. Our tourist season was among the best As and youtourist see sales increasing and increasing at a healthy and steady rate the atune. sales and an prices awesome membership development indynamic years taxteam revenues exceeded estimates, relieving some financial pressure. committee. message becomes quite clear. Our real estate market is rebounding!

Without going into the reasons for all of this good news, let’s look at the prospects it Chamber Leadership programs continue to develop community presents. are finally getting closer to where they beisand are The newsPrices media keeps reporting unemployment in Leeshould County at orbuyers below 6%still now, coming in In from other places.20They recognize the opportunity and theyLeadership are taking leaders.

November, men and women graduated down from 14% two years ago.

Median price of single family homes sold in all of Lee advantage of it.

Cape members of Our thetourist 2012season Chamber boardthehave County Coral. (not justTwenty-four Cape Coral) is over $200,000. was among best In Cape Coral, it is extremely difficult to find a decent condo for less than $75,000. It and is graduated from the Leadership the Chairman in years and tourist tax revenues exceededProgram estimates,including relieving some financial pressure. getting even harder to find a nice, move-in condition, single family home for less than

Without going into the reasons for all of this good news, let’s look at the prospects it presents. Prices are finally getting closer to where they should be and buyers are still coming in from other places. They recognize the opportunity and they are taking Chair-Elect. advantage of it.We currently have 27 high school juniors in our Junior Leadership Program.

In Cape Coral, it is extremely difficult to find a decent condo for less than $75,000. It The Chamber successfully presented (2) Disney Institute programs is getting even harder to find a nice, move-in condition, single family home for less than in 2012. The Chamber Special Events team (yes, I say teams because $135,000. get something a little nicer with larger space250,000+ and nicer amenities, it takes aTovillage!!) brought an astounding citizensbuyers and must be willing to pay more. theyWhite do! Yet, and there are still some greatTournament, deals out there. members together forAnd Red Boom , Golf They are justMarket, not fantasyland cheap.

We still get a few folks just Day, out of atheCasino time capsule Farmers Business Expo , Family Bowling Trip thinking theyiswillRight, offer $75,000 for the listed at $110,000. think they to The that Price as well as condo our Holiday FestivalOr,ofthey Lights on can get that house December 1st. listed at $180,000 for $125,000 because they are paying cash. We all thank heavensbusiness above that directory those with that philosophy are nearing extinction.

Most Ourtheon-line resulted in 1,300,829 web referrals in 2012usually that turn equates to and 3,544 average the year per member!! realtors it around ask on those buyers if over they would be insulted if someone (Who says membership doesn’t low-balled their home if it was for sale; thepay?) usual response is YES, they would be insulted.

A new Chamber mobile app was introduced in 2012.

Ironic, isn’t it?

It was also a very busy election year for our Public Affairs Committee! a group of passionate people who make sure that OK, time for aThis little isquiz: the “voice” of business is heard, not only at the local level but also 1.

Sales are steadily up, and prices are increasing and have been for over a year. state and federal. The candidates’ forums were very well attended by Is it better to buy now or wait and pay more? members and citizens of Cape Coral.

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Inventory is low and prices keep going up. Is it better to buy now or wait and Our education committee hosted the Excellence in Education pay more?

Awards in April and awarded $4,500 in scholarships to deserving 3. school I wantseniors! to get a larger home. Is it better to sell the old one and buy another now high or wait?

It was also the first year of our “rotating” luncheons that are being 4. wellI received think the listby price of membership. the property I want is too high. Should I submit a really, very our really low offerasto stimulate negotiation?of the Board has been an excellent Serving your Chairman experience and I feel blessed having hadgetthe 5.

I want to sell my property.

Is itfor better to wait and moreopportunity or sell now? of meeting so many of you at meetings and events.

Thank you for honoring me with your trust and commitment! It The answers: has been 1 & 2, Buymy now!privilege to work with my fellow directors and amazing staff as well as the 3, If you get more for membership. your house you will probably pay more for the new one and the I look forward to now! seeing all of you at future events and I wish you extra gain is a wash; buy good health and prosperity!

4, Insulting a seller narrows the chances of successful negotiation. Make a reasonable offer based on market comparatives from your realtor!

5, If you don’t need the money for something else and can afford to wait, you probably will get more later. Please consider the cost of carrying the property (taxes, insurance, interest, maintenance, etc); if it costs more over the time you are willing to wait than the rate of increase, it will be better to sell now.

There you have it. This strengthening real estate market is re-creating our slice of paradise. The indicators are up and pointing to an upward trending market. Hindsight is easy and foresight is a bit more challenging. Applying what we now know to what we see happening can generate great rewards and satisfaction. To insure the best outcome, work with an experienced realtor. Happy Property Hunting or Selling!

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Key West Networking Trip Presented by

Come aboard the Key West Express on Friday June 27th Explore the Conch Republic with your fellow chamber members Stay two nights at The Historic Key West Inns Albury Court located just minutes from Duval Street Return to Ft. Myers Beach on June 29th relaxed a rested from your weekend trip The price of this trip which includes: round-trip tickets on The Key West Express, 2 night hotel accommodations at The Historic Key West Inns Albury Court with Breakfast included and oh yeah FUN ONLY $699 for two people Come visit the businesses of Key West with The Cape Coral Chamber Registration Is Still Open!!!!!!! www.capecoralchamber.com Contact Amanda at (239) 549-6900 ext 111 Amanda@capecoralchamber.com

Diamond Member Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral

Lee Memorial Health System P.O. Box 2218 Fort Myers, FL 33902 CenturyLink Store 2710 Del Prado Blvd. South Cape Coral, FL 33904 LCEC 4980 Bayline Dr North Fort Myers, FL 33917

$ LCEC works hard to manage costs, maintain the electric system, improve processes and create efficiencies so that electric rates can remain competitive for customers. We do not plan to raise rates in 2013 and will continue to do everything possible to keep rates stable.

Executive Member Chamber Commerce of Cape Coral AllofPower Electric 2534 NE 9th Ave, Cape Coral, FL

Wades Heating and Cooling CCI Competent Solutions 1209 SE 9th Terrace, Cape Coral, FL Gulf Coast Village Retirement Community 1333 Santa Barbara Blvd. Cape Coral Premier Oncology Radiation Specialists In Urology 24 Del Prado Blvd N, Cape Coral The News-Press - Fort Myers Office 2442 Dr. MLK Blvd. Ft. Myers Suntrust Bank 530 Cape Coral Pkwy E, Cape Coral, FL 33904 4532 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL 33904 1533 Cape Coral Pkwy, Cape Coral, FL 33914 2139 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL 33904

LCEC hasn’t raised electric rates in nearly 5 years!

The increase on your upcoming electric bill is due to a tax imposed by the City of Cape Coral. LCEC customers in Cape Coral will notice a change in their electric bill beginning October 1, 2013. Cape Coral City officials recently levied a public service tax of 7 percent that will be added to monthly electric bills. The new tax will be displayed on your LCEC bill as a separate line item so it can be easily identified.

LCEC is required by law to collect the tax from business and residential customers who purchase electricity in Cape Coral. LCEC will deliver funds to the City similar to how Cape Coral franchise fees are delivered, which are also collected through electric bills.This new tax will be used to fund the City’s general operations. To calculate the amount the monthly public service tax will add to your electric bill, visit www.capecoral.net and utilize the PST Calculator. Please refer any questions regarding the Cape Coral public service tax to the Cape Coral Citizens’ Action Center, 239-574-0425. www.lcec.net • 239-656-2300

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Trends Leads Magazine Contact Donna Donna Germain Contact Germain at at 549-6900 549-6900 ext ext 107 107 or donna@capecoralchamber.com donna@capecoralchamber.com

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

A healthy and productive workforce is essential to the success of any business.

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The Chamber traveled back to the 80’s at the May Business After Hours hosted

by Rockade. With great music, arcade games and food, this new night spot will be a great addition to the city.

Left - Members enjoy the nostalgia at Rockade.

Mid Right - Janice Keim - CCCIA, Lynn Pippenger - Dixie Roadhouse/Rockade and friend at the after hours.

Bottom Right - Chamber Chairman Annette Carrasquillo - LAI Design Associates, Annette Siner - Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral and Karen Barnes - UBS Financial Services.

These welcome savings will help our Welcome Center.

The Cape Coral Construction Industry Association (CCCIA) has graciously offered to spruce up the Welcome Center located at the foot of the Cape Coral Parkway Bridge. The building sees over 30,000 visitors annually and is in need of some new windows, an ADA compliant restroom, new septic drain, and a storage building.

While the members of the CCCIA and the Chamber will donate much of the materials and labor some materials and labor, will have to be paid for. We need your help as we create a coupon book to sell to the community promoting free offers that you donate to the coupon book. The only cost to you is the generous offer, like buy one, get one free. As visitors and residents drive over the bridge and see the Welcome Center, this initiative will help ensure first impressions are lasting ones for years to come. Won’t you join us?

Company Name: ______________________________________ Contact Name: ________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________ City/State/Zip: _________________________________________

• ZErO COST TO MEMBErS • 500 Coupon Books to be printed • Free promotion for members

Ph: __________________________________________________

• Proof will be emailed to you

E-mail: _______________________________________________

• Company logo needed

Website: _____________________________________________________________ Expiration Date: 5/31/15 ________________________________ Offer: ________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________

“This is something that you can do to help us improve the presentation of the Welcome Center, build community goodwill, and drive new customers to your business”. annette Carrasquillo Chairman of the Board

______________________________________________________ If you have any questions, please call Mike “Q” Quaintance at (239) 549-6900 ext. 106 or email to Q2U2@capecoralchamber.com. You can return this completed form with your offer to Mike “Q” at that email or fax to (239) 549-9609. We truly appreciate your help in improving what our future residents and businesses see as they come visit us.

WelCome Center enhanCement ProjeCt | 2051 Cape Coral Parkway E. | Cape Coral, FL, 33904

Caring for Kellen fundraiser 2014

Kellen was welcomed into this world on January 18, 2014. At 9 weeks old, he was hospitalized and diagnosed with a rare kidney disorder, Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome, which affects only 1 in 40,000.

Kellen is currently on hemodialysis four times a week, has already had 4 surgeries, 6 blood transfusions, and has been on and off the breathing tube and sedation, which has led to a tracheotomy. He has lost all kidney function but cannot be put on the donor transplant list until he meets the weight requirement of 22lbs. The genetic mutation that Kellen has could lead to tumors, so Kellen will have his kidneys removed soon to prevent any tumors from growing and affecting other organs. Baby Kellen will remain at Miami Children’s Hospital until he is ready for a transplant, which at minimum, will be a year. After his transplant, he will remain at Miami Children’s Hospital for recovery for 6 weeks, and will require many medications and monthly follow up doctor appointments in Miami.

Saturday, June 21, 2014 12:00pm – 6:00pm FOOD ▪ RAFFLES ▪ MUSIC ▪ PRIZES FUN for the WHOLE family!

Mark your calendars, spread the word & bring your family & friends!!

TP Hoolihan’s 3448 Marinatown Ln North Fort Myers, FL 33903 For more information, please visit our Facebook page www.Facebook.com/caringforkellen or call Jeannine at 239-770-4685

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The First Hour Free Program is designed to provide Chamber Members with professional business resources to help them start or grow a business, and the First Hour Is Free!!! Need Professional Business Advice? Need to Explore the Merits of a Business Idea? Need to Identify New Opportunities? Looking to Trial a New Business Relationship?

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