THOUGHTS FROM OUR CHAIR
As Mother’s Day approaches, I think about what a great influence my own Mom has had on my life. Her strength of character, her joie de vivre, her commitment, love and support for my sister and I are the foundational element of the person I hope to be. I hope that each of you are thinking of, connecting with, and remembering the brave women who made us who we are.
BRIAN BARAKAT
CHAIR OF THE BOARD PARTNER | BARAKAT + BOSSA, P.A. BARAKAT@B2B.LEGAL
As spring dissolves into summer and the heat approaches, it’s time for seersuckers and sun dresses. Update your summer wardrobe by heading over to the Shops at Merrick Park or home town clothier Artigiano for something with a custom flair. I have to find a way to balance client expectations of dress with my continued desire to ride my bike to work. So, if you see me passing by in my undershirt, look away, baby, look away!
Finally, I’m looking forward to seeing you all at the upcoming Small Business Summit. We have an amazing cadre of speakers who will provide a current look at doing business in 2021. I’m excited to be at the event and thankful to Ser & Associates for sponsoring and the Coral Gables Art Cinema for providing the venue. CHAIR OF THE BOARD PARTNER | BARAKAT + BOSSA, P.A. BARAKAT@B2B.LEGAL
Please be advised that the annual process of electing Officers and Directors of the Chamber is about to begin. On Monday, May 17th, 2021 you will receive an e-mail entitled "Vote now! Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce - Board of Directors Election | 2021 - 2024 Term" inviting you to participate in the Chamber's annual Board elections. Chamber Board elections are being hosted online through a secure voting resource known as Election Buddy. Please follow the instructions in that e-mail to submit your secure and anonymous vote. Please contact the Chamber at (305) 446-1657 if you have any questions regarding elections or your electronic ballot. The nominees, as determined by the Nominating Committee and the Board of Directors, for the 2021 2024 Board of Directors are: • Tamika Bickham | TB Media Group • Giselle Breto | Best Practices Title • Chris Colston | Second Chance Credit, LLC • Rudford Hamon | Jelly Places • Mitchell Mandler | SMGQ Law
• Vonnell Martinez | VIM Consulting • Rosella Papale | RP Branding Studio • Monique Selman | Albany Homes Construction • Myrna Vaca | UHealth • Jessica Wilcox | J. Wilcox Consulting
Remember, you may vote for up to five (5) candidates! Voting closes on Tuesday, June 1st at 11:59 PM.
