AUGUST 2011
VOL. XVIV NO. VIII
2011 DESTIN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LEADERSHIP
The Need for Economic Development
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MIKE FREEMAN Chairman of the Board Whitney National Bank BILL LINDSLEY Chairman Elect Simple HR BRIAN HAUGEN Immediate Past Chair Emerald Coast Wealth Advisors of Raymond James & Associates AMY PERRY Treasurer Pleat & Perry, P.A. TIM EDWARDS Vice Chairman/Communications & Marketing Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill LES PORTERFIELD Vice Chairman/Community & Economic Development TEA, Inc. KATHY WHIDDEN Vice Chairman/Membership Development Emerald Coast Chiropractic MARY ANNE WINDES Vice Chairman/Harbor Association Real Estate Professionals of Destin, Inc. Destin Fishing Fleet Marina
DIRECTORS JIM BREITENFELD Breitenfeld Development Services, LLC SHAUN EUBANKS Community Bank, Destin STEVE JAY O’Sullivan Creel, LLP REBECCA JONES Fort Walton Beach Medical Center ANDI MAHONEY White-Wilson Medical Center KAREN MCCARTHY Army Aviation Center Federal Credit Union CYNDY THOMAS ResortQuest Vacation Rentals CAREY TROTTER Trotter’s General Contractors, Inc. CHAIRMAN’S APPOINTEES JOHN COMER Southern Restaurant Group, LLC SPECIAL APPOINTEE KIM WINTNER Alliance Association Management Co., Inc. MANAGEMENT TEAM SHANE MOODY, CCE, IOM President and CEO ceo@DestinChamber.com ELIZABETH SPIES Vice President of Communications espies@DestinChamber.com WENDY SCHAEFER Information Specialist mail@DestinChamber.com
Shane A. Moody, CCE, IOM As the summer moves forward and Destin continues its recovery from last year’s disaster, everyone seems to be in a much better mood than the past few years. Large crowds, sold-out resorts, long lines at dinner and lunch, packed retail stores – all of this seems to have changed the attitude of many of our members. This is a positive, even when we’re sitting in traffic. It’s all been a welcome occurrence. But in the wake of continuing our tourism promotion campaigns, we can’t forget one need for our community, economic diversification. Many have taken the Chamber’s desire for economic diversification as a move from tourism. This couldn’t be further from the truth. The Destin Area Chamber knows and understands that first and foremost, Destin is world-
class community and family resort area. We love that about our community. We will continue to promote that. If we didn’t learn anything else from the oil spill, we did learn that we can’t be so dependent on the tourists. You never know when a disaster may hit and cause damage to our economy. That’s where economic diversity comes in. What Destin needs is the type of businesses and industries that fit well into our community. No, we don’t want large manufacturing plants. No, we don’t want auto assembly lines. No, we don’t want large smokestacks bellowing black smoke into our air along the shores of the bay. What would be nice is to have some high-tech and/ or research-based companies locate here. The perfect fit would be companies that have 15, 20, 25 employees and pay a very nice average wage. If we could land several companies such as this, imagine what it would do for the economy. We could fill some the vacant office space in our area. Maybe we could convert some vacant storefronts to office space. We’d bring others to live in our communities. They’d buy homes, cars, groceries. They’d need gas for their cars, clothes for their chil-
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ment. The bill calls for $10 million per year for three years, with the money being used as a “closing fund.” Will we be able to benefit from this opportunity? That depends. It depends on whether we see the future and accept that we need to diversify our economy. It depends on if we are macrothinking enough to see the big picture. We appreciate Sen. Gaetz’s efforts. Now we hope we’ll be able to take advantage of it. As we move forward, based on conversations I’ve had with your Destin Area Chamber board members, your Chamber will continue to find ways to work toward economic diversification. We’ll continue to work closely with our neighboring chambers. We’ll continue to strengthen our relationship with the EDC, so they’ll bring prospects to Destin. We’ll continue to support our state organizations that can help move Florida to its future economy. We’ll continue to work on all of this because, after all, that’s how we’ll build this world-class community one business at a time. With wishes for continued success, and until next month,,
Chamber Statistics: Advertising our World-Class Community In our mission to support Destin as a world-class community, the Chamber’s Welcome Center recorded the following numbers:
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dren. They’d be off-season support for many of our businesses. And as these businesses increased their presence, there would be more demand for small businesses to open. More stores, more restaurants, more servicerelated businesses, all of which are the backbone of the American economy. We’d create jobs, increasing the flow of money in our local economy. We’d create more tax dollars for our cities and counties to use on much-needed infrastructure. We’d be adding to our quality of life. This is not just a local issue. There is a very strong effort statewide to create a strategic plan for the state of Florida. I’ve just returned from the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Six Pillars Caucus Meetings, where I participated in writing this statewide strategic plan. It’s hard to believe Florida had no plan. But we’re closer than ever. You’ve read and heard the Destin Area Chamber’s support of the six pillars. We’ve begun the adoption process here because we believe in the plan. And we believe it is best for us to be on the same page as the state. In addition, Sen. Don Gaetz worked tirelessly to obtain $30 million for Northwest Florida to help us with economic develop-
June 2011 Phone Calls/E-mails – 1,302 Incoming Mail – 215 Visitors to Welcome Center Lobby – 399 Visitors’ Guide & Buyer’s Directories Mailed – 930 Relocation Packages – 23
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A Message from the Chairman of the Board
Mike Freeman I must admit, it was music to my ears when I walked in to the Chamber the week leading up to the 4th of July weekend, and Wendy, who works for the Chamber, announced Destin was soldout for the big holiday weekend. I had glorious visions of hotels and condos overflowing with
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occupants, restaurants with long waiting lines, retail establishments setting sales records, fishing charters fully booked with stand-bys, and heavy traffic up and down US Hwy 98. As you may know, the Destin Area Chamber is a natural starting point for many would-be visitors/vacationers planning a trip to the Emerald Coast and, specifically, the Destin area. Obviously, we recommend our Chamber members to those making inquiries and seeking recommendations. That’s just one more great reason for being a member of the Chamber. Just so you know, Wendy and the rest of the Destin Area Chamber staff do an outstanding job of representing and selling Destin. The Chamber takes great pride in delivering and conveying
first class service and information for the hundreds of calls and emails received each month. As you can appreciate, the Destin Area Chamber is often the first point of contact as vacationers contemplate an investment in our area. Let’s be honest, there are many great vacation options for the consumer, and, generally, there is a price tag associated with the decision, so we have to be great at representing Destin. The Chamber fully understands its job and role as an ambassador to all who inquire and visit our area. Furthermore, we know the importance of always putting our best foot forward to ensure a great first impression. As a wise mentor shared with me many years ago, you only get one chance to make a good first impression.
I would like to take this opportunity to say thanks to Greg Kisela, outgoing city manager for the City of Destin. There is no doubt, during Greg’s tenure, the citizens of Destin benefited greatly from his leadership and guidance through a maze of challenging, interesting, and rewarding times. Greg appreciated and understood the value of community partners, which included the Destin Area Chamber. The City of Destin and the Destin Area Chamber often collaborated, consulted, supported, and, when necessary, challenged each other for the sole purpose of making our community a better place to live and visit. This doesn’t happen without a city manager who has vision and conviction to do what’s right by involving all the stakeholders. On behalf of
the entire Destin Area Chamber of Commerce, I say thanks for always including and considering us as a valued and important partner. We wish you and Lucy the very best as you embark on the next chapter of your professional and personal lives. Last but not least, please investigate the Chamber’s highly recognized business leadership program known as Destin Forward, as time is running out to sign up. It’s a wonderful program that introduces and educates our present and future leaders on the Destin community and its assets. For more information, please contact any of our talented folks at the Destin Area Chamber. Mike Freeman 2011 Chairman of the Board Whitney National Bank
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Chairman’s Club Spotlight
THE CHAMBER MONTH AHEAD
White-Wilson Medical Center is Largest Multi-Specialty Medical Practice on Emerald Coast
Join us for our Leaders In Business Lunch at Destin United Methodist Church & Destin Life Center. Representative for Florida’s 2nd Congressional District Steve Southerland will speak. Our Leaders In Business Lunches incorporate networking and educational components to benefit all members. Everyone is encouraged to attend. The cost for the lunch is $15 for those members who pre-register, $20 for members at the door, and $30 for non-members. Please remember that reservations are required, and no shows will be billed. All registrations are due by Friday, Aug. 5, at noon. Checkin begins at 11:15 a.m., and the lunch begins promptly at 11:30 a.m. AUGUST
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Since 1952, White-Wilson Medical Center has been a cornerstone in the greater Fort Walton Beach healthcare community. White-Wilson is the largest multi-specialty medical group in the region, with locations in Destin, Fort Walton Beach, and Niceville. Home to more than 70 healthcare practitioners, WhiteWilson offers more than 20 different specialties from neurosurgery to pediatrics and immediate care to gastroenterology. What truly sets White-Wilson Medical Center apart is the quality of its physicians and the world-class care they provide. In fact, WhiteWilson was voted the best medical practice on the Emerald Coast in 2010! White-Wilson has grown tremendously with this community over the years and is still growing. In 2011 alone, White-Wilson expanded with four additional locations in Fort Walton Beach. The new White-Wilson East building provides a beautiful venue for the Pain Management and Surgery clinics. Additionally, the Gastroenterology Clinic expanded, and there are two new specialty care
Chamber Board of Directors Meeting will be held in the Chamber conference room at 11:30 a.m.
The Destin Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to our August Business After Hours sponsored by Southern Vacation Rentals, Residential Leasing, Real Estate, and Association Management, at the Destin Bay House, located at 127 Calhoun Ave. Please do not forget to bring your business card for networking and our door prize drawing. All businesses are invited to bring a door prize, which offers one more way for you to gain exposure. There is no fee for members to attend this event. The nonmember fee is $20. Please visit the Events Calendar at www.DestinChamber.com to RSVP. AUGUST
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clinics on Hospital Road. White-Wilson continues to bring new physicians on board. Most recently, Dr. Polla Cunningham joined the In-Patient Care team in Fort Walton, and Dr. Andre Abelly joined the Immediate Care team and is practicing in both Destin and Fort Walton. In addition to providing urgent care services, the Immediate Care department at White-Wilson offers Employer Services. White-Wilson works with area employers to provide physicals, Worker’s Compensation, and Occupational Testing for both DOT and non-DOT clients. Call 863-8197 to learn more about the wellness programs available to employer service clients in Destin, Fort Walton Beach, and Niceville. White-Wilson has always been the first in the region to offer new technology, such as an ultra-fast CT scanner and the Siemens Essenza MRI. The new MRI offers advanced
technology and increased patient comfort. If you are claustrophobic, you will be happy to know there is a larger opening and shorter scan time. In addition to offering state-of-theart technology, White-Wilson is the only Imaging Center in the area to be fully accredited by the American College of Radiology in all of its modalities. This means that WhiteWilson operates at or above the highest standards set by the industry. With more than 20 different specialties and in-house lab and imaging services, White-Wilson offers a one-stop-shop for most healthcare needs. Whether you need back surgery, x-rays, or someone to deliver your baby, we hope that you will choose White-Wilson Medical Center. For more information or to sign up for our newsletter, visit www. White-Wilson.com.
This article is part of our series profiling our Trustees and Chairman’s Club members. For more information on this series or about the Trustees and Chairman’s Club membership levels, please call (850) 837-6241.
Building Future Leaders… One Member at a Time
Spend an afternoon cruising the Destin harbor Meet with and ask questions of city, county, and state leaders Tour area developments, parks, and a military installation
Enjoy panel discussions of community and business leaders Make connections with up to 25 other like-minded participants
Designed to provide a hands-on learning experience into the issues facing the Destin community on a dayto-day basis, Destin Forward is now accepting up to 25 business professionals for the class of 2012. Participants will learn from experts in many different fields, includ-
ing the environment, boat safety, tourism promotion, and government affairs. Deadline to submit your application is now, and the next class begins in mid-August. For more information or to receive an application, please call (850) 837-6241.
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Big Lots! #5169 34940 Emerald Coast Pkwy. Ste. 140 Destin, FL 32541 (850) 650-0708 www.biglots.com Category: Retail Specialty Chamber Rep: Michael Kinkopf
Igloo Cryosauna Inc. 11394 G. Emerald Coast Pkwy. Miramar Beach, FL 32550 (850) 460-2899 www.igloocryosauna.com Category: Spa Chamber Rep: Agnieszka Guzik
Brooks Brothers Country Club 560 Grand Boulevard Ste. L107 Miramar Beach, FL 32550 (850) 269-1255 Category: Retail Clothing Chamber Rep: Amanda Martin
Northwest Florida Primary Care - Destin 4418 E. Commons Dr. Bay C Destin, FL 32541 (850) 650-3148 www.nwflprimarycare-destin.com Category: Healthcare Facilities Chamber Rep: Lisa Holley-Laird
Southern Residential Leasing 34894 Emerald Coast Pkwy. Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-4099 www.southerncoastal.com Category: Long Term Residential Leasing Chamber Rep: Patricia Hardiman
Emerald Coast Scuba 503-B Harbor Blvd. Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-0955 www.divedestin.com Category: Scuba & Dive Shops Chamber Rep: Lori Schmitz
Plan B Adult Care Solutions, LLC 12671 Emerald Coast Pkwy. Ste. 204 Destin, FL 32550 (850) 650-9585 www.planbadultcaresolutions.com Category: Healthcare Chamber Rep: Debbie Brown R.N.
Special Touch Photography 34 Harbor Blvd. Ste. 214 Destin, FL 32541 (850) 687-0347 www.destinphoto.com Category: Photographers-Beach Portrait & Studios Chamber Rep: Jennifer Hansen
RE/MAX Southern Real Estate 34894 Emerald Coast Pkwy. Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-1880 www.remaxsouthern.com Category: Real Estate Chamber Rep: Patricia Hardiman
Tops Hamburgers of Destin 4629 Opa-locka Lane Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-1811 www.topshamburgers.com Category: Restaurants - Fast Food Chamber Rep: Scott Mitch Trippons 28 Second St. Edwards, CO 81632 (970) 390-7207 www.trippons.com Category: Advertising Chamber Rep: Kent Myers
Buy Destin Program FREE for All Members By far and regardless of the season, the most popular question in the Destin Area Chamber’s Welcome Center is “do you have any coupons?” Our Buy Destin Program, created in 2009, was designed to answer this question, while providing new customers to Chamber member businesses. There is no cost for Chamber members to supply a coupon or discount offer. The Chamber will use these offers to create a Buy Destin booklet, avail-
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able in the Chamber lobby for $5. The booklet is for area visitors, businesses, and residents. For more information or to sign up, please visit www.buydestinfl.com or contact the Chamber’s Vice President of Communications Elizabeth Spies at (850) 837-2711 x5 or espies@ DestinChamber.com. These booklets are printed in-house, so it is quick and easy to add or update your coupon!
Congratulations to our top Ambassadors for June 2011: 100 points – Richard Barrington, Holiday Isle Properties, Inc. 100 points – William (Bill) Head 70 points – Paul Woolman, Copy Systems Business Center, Inc.
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Business Briefs McNulty Named Top Sales Agent for 2nd Quarter 2011
Hilton Receives Alabama Humanitarian Award
Kerry McNulty was recently awarded Top Producer for the Second Quarter of 2011 at NewmanDailey Resort Properties Real Estate Division. His commitment to be the “#1 Choice for Real Estate Services in the Greater Destin Area” was proven by his outstanding customer service and overall accomplishment as the top sales and top listing agent for the second quarter 2011.
As a token of appreciation and gratitude for its $10,000 donation to assist supply victims of last month’s devastating tornadoes in Alabama, the state’s Governor, Dr. Robert Bentley, presented the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa with a Humanitarian Award on behalf of the Alabama Dermatology Society, one of the resort hotel’s longstanding clients. The plaque was presented to Frank Flautt, cofounder of Sandcastle Resorts & Hotels, which manages the Hilton Sandestin Beach, and Robert Kamm, Sandcastle’s president and CEO, at the Society’s Summer Symposium, which was held at the resort hotel.
Fun at HarborWalk Village over July 4th With five evenings packed with July 4th events and fireworks over five days, HarborWalk Village saw 23,000 people, with 8,500 on July 4th, boding well for the area’s rebounding tourism. Holiday entertainment included the Dave’s Dogs Hot Dog Eating Contest; Jason Castro, American Idol finalist in concert; Departure, the famed Journey tribute band; a Red, White & Blue Celebration; and a family movie. An extravaganza of firework displays took place over the Destin Harbor on Thursday, Sunday, and Monday nights.
Hilton Receives Golf Industry Distinctions For the 13th consecutive year, the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa was presented the Greens of Distinction Award from Corporate & Incentive Travel magazine. Distinguished for its meeting facilities, overall hospitality, and golf offerings, the Hilton Sandestin Beach was also judged on its staff’s coordination of tournament arrangements that successfully hosted on-property meeting and incentive travel programs. The Hilton Sandestin Beach was also honored for its golf offerings by Condé Nast Traveler, the world’s premier travel magazine, which included the resort hotel as number 13 in its 15th annual readers’ golf poll of the world’s Top 125 Golf Resorts.
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Silver Sands Announces $1,000 Shopping Spree Winner Silver Sands Factory Stores rewards loyal shoppers by giving away four $1,000 Silver Sands Shopping Sprees each year. Anyone can be entered to win by texting SILVER to 99158 and joining the Silver Sands VIP Text Club. By joining they are entered to win the quarterly $1,000 Shopping Spree drawings and will also receive special offers via text message. The second quarter $1,000 Silver Sands Shopping Spree winner is Anne Maxwell from Mississippi.
Silver Sands Recognizes June Employee of the Month
Silver Sands Factory Stores named Anna Lovin of Wilsons Leather as June’s Employee of the Month. Lovin, who has been employed at Wilsons Leather for the past eight months, was recently promoted to manager training, due to her team spirit and passion for selling.
Purses With A Purpose Pre-Sale at Silver Sands
Shelter House, Inc., held the Purses With A Purpose Pre-Sale at Silver Sands Factory Stores on June 16. Attendees had the opportunity to purchase a $5 ticket to the pre-sale where they would get first selection of the purses before the event on June 17. There was an impressive turnout of purse enthusiasts that enjoyed wine provided by Southern Wine and Spirits and food donated by Carrabba’s Italian Grill, while shopping for purses and supporting Shelter House, a domestic violence center.
Silver Sands Announces Hire of New Communications Manager Silver Sands Factory Stores hired Katie Johnson as the new communications manager for the nation’s largest designer outlet center. Johnson will be responsible for media relations, community outreach programs, crisis management, online marketing, brand management, and internal communications. Johnson, a graduate of Parsons School of Design in New York, previously worked as director of public relations and marketing for Harbor Restaurant Group and the real estate giant Roebuck Auctions, where she received 20 awards at international marketing competitions for innovative public relations campaigns.
Children In Crisis Receives $125,000 The Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF) donated $125,783 from its 2011 Charity
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Wine Auction Event to Children in Crisis, Inc. (CIC), among other children’s charities.
Pictured here are Linda Tyce, CIC board member; Lauren VonBergen, CIC development director; Meg Hanley, CIC transitional coordinator; Richard McNeese, DCWAF; Ken Hair, CIC president and CEO; Demetria McNeese, DCWAF; Dr. Catherine Michas, CIC board member; Betty Hefner, CIC board member; Kitty Johnson, CIC board member; and Don Litke, CIC board chairman.
Destin Land & Title Introduces New Closer Destin Land & Title, Inc., announces the hiring of closing agent Darlene Barrett, who has 12 years of experience as a closer. She has also worked as a real estate agent. She and her husband live in Fort Walton Beach and enjoy deep sea fishing on their boat.
Boys & Girls Clubs Breaks Ground on South Walton Club
The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast (BGCEC) officially broke ground on the construction of the South Walton Club on Monday, June 20. The new 32,000-square-foot facility will replace the current set of portable buildings and will boast indoor and outdoor athletic facilities.
Boys & Girls Clubs Receives Wal-Mart Grant The Crestview Boys & Girls Club and DeFuniak Springs Teen Center of the Emerald Coast received Wal-Mart’s Healthy Food grant to provide youths in its after school programs with healthy snacks. The centers provide snacks to all Boys & Girls Club members through the generosity of private donations.
Boys & Girls Club Youth & Teen Center Named for “Bear” Henley On July 22, the Boys & Girls Club of the Emerald Coast dedicated the Fort Walton Beach Youth and Teen Center at 923 Denton Blvd., in Fort Walton Beach, as the Crawford W. “Bear” Henley Boys & Girls Club. “Mr. Bear,” as the kids call him, has been part of the movement for 45 years, starting as a Club kid in Decatur, Ala. Henley’s career as Chief Professional Officer began in 1996, when he took command of a financially struggling Boys & Girls Club of Okaloosa County with less than 30 regular youth attending. During his 15-year tenure as CPO, the Club has grown to include three counties, nine Clubs, and a membership of more than 1,800 youth.
2011-12 DMS Cheerleaders Named
Congratulations to the new 2011/2012 Destin Middle School Cheerleaders, including 5th grader Kelsey Heflin; 7th graders Katie Armstrong, Kate Blanchard, Ashton Geary, Bailee Giana, and Darien Shoults; and 8th graders Emily Balint, Savannah Bartleson, Kaylee Battiste, Sidney Freeman, Alexa Gaddis, Mary K. Gashaw, Jesi Harrell, See BRIEFS on page 7
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BRIEFS continued from page 6 Lauren Hunter, Bailey Jenrich, Lindie Landingham, Kaycee Lewis, Payton Patterson, Lauren Rigdon, and Ashley Wheeler.
Today’s Boutique Celebrates Anniversary During the first week of July, Today’s Fashion Boutique owners Kim and Jim Dettle celebrated Today’s Boutique’s 30th anniversary with food, drink, fashions, and giveaways.
Coldwell Banker Honors May’s Top Production Agents
Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS, honored John Cook and Team, which includes John Jim Cole Cook, Cynthia Roberson, Alice Duncan, and Joel Cook, as “Top Listing Team” and “Top Selling Team” in May. Jim Cole Meghan Hall was named the “Top Listing Agent” and Meghan Hall was named the “Top Selling Agent” for May. Cook and Team brought in more new listings and more accepted sales contracts than any other team, while Cole was the top individual sales agent in 2010. Hall, after the merger of Preferred Beach Properties, established herself as one of the office’s top selling agents.
Coldwell Banker Announces New Agents The Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS, Destin office announced that Patricia Emmick, Michelle King, Alisa Cramer, Kristen Dubay, Jim Matthews, and Tammy Bracewell all joined this office in May and June. Emmick and King most recently worked at the Keller Williams Emerald Coast office. Emmick has a background in interior design, while NETWORK AUGUST 2011
King managed her own Broker Price Opinion (BPO) business for the last few years and has a depth of experience in property Kristen Dubay valuation. Cramer is a new agent, who holds a MBA from Florida State University. Dubay is also a new agent and Alisa Cramer military spouse. She came to the office through the military incentive program, where Coldwell Banker United pays for the Jim Matthews education and licensing for military, former military, and their spouses. Matthews left the mortgage business to join his wife Vicki and help her continue to grow her business. He brings extensive experience in mortgage financing, having owned his own business with Vicki in the Atlanta area. Bracewell is a new agent. She spent 15+ years in the banking business and left it to pursue her dream of building her own real estate business.
Oder Joins Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS Joe Oder joins Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS, in the Kelly Plantation office. Oder comes to Coldwell Banker United from Prudential Coastal, where he was one of the top producing listing and selling agents. Brigadier General Oder, United States Army Retired, moved to Florida after retiring from the United States Army and started in the real estate business. He is one of the top listing and selling agents in Destin and with the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS and is deeply involved in the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast serving as president and on the board of directors.
Coastal Business Products supports the Fisher House Patrick May, president of Coastal
Business Products, receives a plaque from Brig. Gen. (ret.) Joe Oder, Fisher House of the Emerald Coast past president. Its Guest Suite sponsorship of $10,000 provides support for military families in our local community.
college budget in all funds, including construction, student financial aid, auxiliary operations and other categories for 2011-12 is $65,849,906 down from $81,171,693 in 2010-11. Another significant feature in the new budget is the elimination of 17 unfilled positions and a decrease in personnel costs of approximately $400,000.
strating compliance with the Joint Commission’s national standards for healthcare quality and safety in disease-specific care. This outstanding accomplishment enables Twin Cities Hospital to provide the area’s only Certified Orthopedic Joint Replacement Program.
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Hard Rock Cafe Supports Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge Hard Rock Café raised $668.59 for the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge during a recent fundraiser to support the organization.
Starratt Earns QPA Designation Heather M. Starratt, ERPA, QKA, a manager in the Retirement and Medical Plans Department at Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & Gund, has received the designation of Qualified Pension Administrator (QPA) from the American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA). Starratt is also a Qualified 401(k) Administrator (QKA) and an Enrolled Retirement Plan Agent (ERPA).
Trustees Approve College Budget, Maintain Low Tuition, Decrease Personnel Costs The governing Board of Trustees of Northwest Florida State College approved a balanced budget that maintains the college’s tuition rates among the lowest in the state, despite budget challenges that included a decrease of more than $1.7 million in state and federal funding, a 29.8 percent increase in utilities costs, and an 8 percent increase in health insurance premiums. Approved at the board’s June 29 business meeting, the total www.DestinChamber.com
Pick up a copy of the July/ August issue of Traditional Home featuring a seven-page spread on the Cultural Arts Association’s 2009 Showhouse at Alys Beach. The article also announces the 2011 Showhouse at 230 West Bermuda in the Retreat, which was opened for tours during July.
FAC Awards Commissioner Parisot The Florida Association of Counties presented OkaParisot receives award from loosa Broward County Commissioner County and FAC President Ilene Lieberman. Commissioner Dave Parisot with the Marlene Young Presidential Advocacy Award during the 2011 FAC Annual Conference & Exposition in Orange County. Commissioner Parisot was awarded the Marlene Young Presidential Advocacy Award for his efforts to save taxpayer dollars to save Florida’s pretrial release programs.
John Bernhart joins Fisher House of the Emerald Coast Board John Bernhart, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith, recently joined the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast board of directors. Bernhart, a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, brings knowledge and experience with him, not only as a current volunteer with the local House, but also with the Fisher House located at Andrews AFB in Maryland.
Twin Cities Hospital Awarded Joint Replacement Certification Twin Cities Hospital earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™ for its Orthopedic Joint Replacement Program by demon-
Ronald McDonald House Hires New Executive Director The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Florida announced Judy Burns as the organization’s new executive director. Burns will work with the staff, volunteers, board members, and the board president on strategic planning, donor relations, board development, and fundraising. Previously, she founded and volunteered at “Kids for Camp” through Autism Pensacola, and she held various positions with Southern California Edison over a 16-year career. She has a Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Delaware and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from Virginia Tech University.
Rauschkolb Receives Community Hero Award The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) Northwest Florida Chapter honored Dave Rauschkolb, owner of Bud and Alley’s Waterfront Restaurant in Seaside, as recipient of a Community Hero Award. The purpose of the award is to identify and recognize a local hospitality or tourism industry individual, group of individuals, or organization that has performed acts or accomplishments deserving of community recognition. Rauschkolb continuously supports local charities and community causes and has vigorously personally championed the protection of our state’s precious natural resources. PAGE 7
Business After Hours Sponsored by: The Love Shack
Thank you to The Love Shack for hosting our June Business After Hours. The Love Shack offers a great menu, as well as a pool and outside bar. It is available for private parties, weddings, and receptions and offers karaoke and live music weekly. For more information, please visit 306 Bald Eagle Dr., in Santa Rosa Beach; visit www.theloveshackseafood.com online; or call (850) 267-0399. Pictured at the left is The Love Shack manager Michael Pierce.
Thank You for the Door Prizes! • The Love Shack • Plan B Adult Care Solutions, LLC • Russell Landscape Group, Inc. • Silver Plus • Today’s Fashion Boutique
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Leaders In Business Lunch
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Thank You for the Door Prizes! • Eglin Federal Credit Union • Emerald Coast Chiropractic • Fort Walton Beach Medical Center • Gold’s Gym • Gulf Power • Gulfarium
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• Igloo Cryosauna Inc. • Jim Liufau Ins. Agency, Inc., State Farm Ins. • Lenny’s Sub Shop • Mary Kay Independent Consultant Team Leader - Sheri McDonald • O’Sullivan Creel, LLP • Whitney National Bank
(left), Whitney National Bank Bank, and Chair Elect Bill Lindsley Lindsley, Chamber Chairman Mike Freeman (left) Simple HR, assisted by Destin Middle School students, distribute door prizes. Door prize donation offers a great way for members to promote their business and services. Members are encouraged to bring one to any Chamber event.
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Member Spotlight: As a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Matthew Dahlman enjoys being able to “talk with people throughout the community about their long term goals and then discuss and develop financial strategies designed to fit their unique situation.” Wells Fargo Advisors operates the nation’s third-largest brokerage business with 15,236 financial advisors and 3,958 licensed bankers in retail stores across the U.S. Wells Fargo Advisors administers $1.2 trillion in client assets. (Data as of March 31, 2011) “I am dedicated to helping individuals and businesses develop financial and investment strategies that line up with their needs, goals, and risk
Matthew Dahlman Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC
tolerance. Whether you are planning your retirement, saving for children’s or grandchildren’s education, or looking to preserve your wealth, I can help. I also offer complimentary portfolio and business retirement plan analysis,” said Dahlman, who graduated from the University of Alabama with a degree in Human Environmental Sciences. He holds Series 7 and Series 66 registrations, as well as Florida Life and Variable Annuity Licenses. For more information, you may visit Dahlman and Wells Fargo Advisors at 36448 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Suite 5101, in Destin; call (850) 8375366; or visit www.wfadvisors. wcom/matthew.dahlman online.
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A & A Properties of Destin, Inc. (850) 654-4437 Chamber Rep: Bill Abbott
Crystal Bay Senior Living Sandestin (850) 267-1600 Chamber Rep: Michael Antonelli
Life’s A Beach (850) 650-2780 Chamber Rep: Sam Seevers
Shalimar Yacht Basin (850) 651-0510 Chamber Rep: Steve Peterson
A 2 Z Specialty Advertising (850) 654-3080 Chamber Rep: Gabby Bruce
Destin Getaways a Service of Crye-LeikeCoastal Realty (850) 654-7700 Chamber Rep: John Paulsen
Massage by Jan (850) 269-0890 Chamber Rep: Jan Hansen
Shoreline Towers Condo Association (850) 837-7411 Chamber Rep: Judy Williams
McNeese Title, LLC (850) 337-4242 Chamber Rep: Lorre James
Sound Associates (251) 443-5001 Chamber Rep: Ron Johnson
MetroPower, Inc. (850) 622-4099 Chamber Rep: Duane Howell
Tommy Bahama’s Tropical Cafe and Emporium (850) 654-1743 Chamber Rep: Mario Mardones
Ace Hardware Of South Walton (850) 654-8848 Chamber Rep: Mike Richardson Alaqua Animal Refuge, Inc. (850) 880-6399 Chamber Rep: Laurie Hood Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar (850) 267-3055 Chamber Rep: Tammy Bailey Avantgarde Salon, Inc. 850) 654-5057 Chamber Rep: Joseph Rogers BeachOasis.com (850) 622-2385 Chamber Rep: Duaine and Ann Kief Beacon Resort Management (850) 244-5200 Chamber Rep: Mr. Charles Corsentino
Dolphin Cruise/Southern Star Glass Bottom Boat (850) 837-7741 Chamber Rep: Ms. Wendy Wilson Emerald Coast Wine Cellars and Gift Baskets (850) 837-9500 Chamber Rep: Melissa Webster
North Light Marina (850) 678-2350 Chamber Rep: Therese van Gogh
Emerald Shores Services, Inc. (850) 622-2131 Chamber Rep: Dan Buckner Fantasea Scooter Rentals (850) 654-7772 Chamber Rep: Steve and Donna Fontana Guglielmo’s La Fiamma Italian Grill (850) 654-9880 Chamber Rep: Guglielmo Ianni Harry T’s Lighthouse (850) 654-4800 Chamber Rep: Dan Empson
Old Bay Steamer (850) 664-2795 Chamber Rep: C.J. Jensen Outback Steakhouse (850) 269-1936 Chamber Rep: Laura Mason Precious Ones Nanny Care (Bonded, Insured, Degreed & Certified) (850) 376-7704 Chamber Rep: Emily Carvallo
Home Place Furniture and Interiors (850) 837-6618 Chamber Rep: Cathy Browne
Professional Records Imaging Mgmt., Inc. (850) 864-1303 Chamber Rep: Deborah Carloni
Horizons (850) 259-4142 Chamber Rep: LA Woodall
The Red Door Saloon (850) 424-5974 Chamber Rep: Ric Clarke
Junior League of the Emerald Coast (850) 862-2665 Chamber Rep: Mary Ann Love
Sandcastle Escapes (850) 650-2753 Chamber Rep: Justin Shelton
Coastal Business Products, Inc. (850) 863-2515 Chamber Rep: Patrick May
Just Chute Me (850) 200-2260 Chamber Rep: Kevin Sherman
Sea Dunes Realty (850) 837-3325 Chamber Rep: Suzy Spence
Coastal Reflections (850) 650-7676 Chamber Rep: Andrea Benson Richard
Kiwanis Club of Destin (850) 837-3130 Chamber Rep: Jallene Dixon
Seaspray Condominiums (850) 244-1108 Chamber Rep: Sue Walden
Brooks Brothers (850) 654-4780 Chamber Rep: Marlene Reidl Candlewood Suites (850) 337-3770 Chamber Rep: Boyd Harrison Carrabba’s Italian Grill (850) 837-1140 Chamber Rep: Paul Schreiner
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe (850) 424-3617 Chamber Rep: Arnold J. Rush Trotter’s General Contractors, Inc. (850) 654-1747 Chamber Rep: Sue Shumaker The Village Inn (850) 837-7413 Chamber Rep: Ms. Becky Dayaram Wells Fargo Bank (850) 654-5535 Chamber Rep: Annie Raines Westwood Retirement Resort (850) 863-5174 Chamber Rep: Billie Chappell White Sand Vacation Rentals (850) 654-5799 Chamber Rep: Trevor Ladner Whitney National Bank (850) 269-3610 Chamber Rep: Mike Freeman Workforce Development Board (850) 651-2315 Chamber Rep: Larry Tipton
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Blab TV
Blalock Seafood & Specialty Market
City of Destin, Mountain Drive
121 S. Palafox Pl. Ste. D Pensacola, FL 32591 (850) 259-8356 www.blabtv.com Category: Television Stations Chamber Rep: Peggy Brockman
1004 Hwy. 98 E. Destin, FL 32541 (850) 460-2933 Category: Seafood Markets Chamber Rep: Mac Blalock
4200 Indian Bayou Trail Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-4242 www.cityofdestin.com Category: City and County Services Chamber Rep: Ken Gallander
Holiday Inn Resort Ft. Walton Beach
RE/MAX Southern Real Estate
Wells Fargo Bank
573 Santa Rosa Blvd. Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548 (850) 244-8686 www.hifwb.com Category: Accommodations-Hotels Chamber Rep: www.hifwb.com
34894 Emerald Coast Pkwy. Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-1880 www.remaxsouthern.com Category: Real Estate Chamber Rep: Patricia Hardiman
34877 Emerald Coast Pkwy. Destin, FL 32541 (850) 654-5535 www.wellsfargo.com Category: Banks Chamber Rep: Annie Raines
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Destin Business Forum
SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
In partnership with Cox Communications, the Chamber’s monthly TV program will host the following organizations beginning in August:
The following workshops will be offered by the University of West Florida’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) during August 2011. For more information, please call the Fort Walton Beach SBDC at (850) 833-9400.
Mayor Sam Seevers, City of Destin Sterling Resorts
“Bagels and Bankers” - Plan now to attend a round table event for Bankers and Borrowers with a briefing of the SBA 504 loan by James Hosman of Florida First Capital Finance Corp. Address the local lending community and “meet and greet” with bagels and coffee. The fee is $10. To reserve your seat, please visit our website at www.sbdc.uwf.edu.
August 3 • 8:30 – 10 a.m. 1120 Martin Luther King Blvd. Room 126, Fort Walton Beach Starting a Business – This workshop will review business planning areas, such as financing, selecting a business legal structure, identifying your market, recordkeeping, and identifying risks that can challenge success. The fee is $35. To reserve your seat, please visit www.sbdc.uwf.edu. August 4 • 1 – 4 p.m. 922 Mar Walt Dr., Ste. 203, Fort Walton Beach Write the Ultimate Business Plan - The UWF SBDC has partnered with the makers of Ultimate Business Planner® to bring you a proven tool for business planning, writing, and forecasting. This software is now included in the workshop. If you need to update your old plan or create a new one, now is the time to start. To reserve your seat you may register online at www.sbdc.uwf.edu. The fee is $99. Space is limited, so please register today. For more information about the Ultimate Business Planner Software, visit http://www.bptools.com. August 11 • 5:30 – 9 p.m. 922 Mar Walt Dr., Ste. 203, Fort Walton Beach “Creative Capital for Small Business-Roundtable” - Attendees will learn about new sources of funding and a creative approach to raising money for small business. We will discuss how technology is changing the way financing is done and how the internet brings new funding alternative to small business. The fee is $20. To reserve your seat, please visit our website at www.sbdc.uwf.edu. August 26 • 1 – 4 p.m. 922 Mar Walt Dr., Ste. 203, Fort Walton Beach
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The County Line
It’s Budget Time
Submitted by Commissioner Wayne Harris represented/funded by ad valorem taxes. Constitutional Offices, other than your county commissioners, are completely separate and different state statutes apply to each. Okaloosa County approves Supervisor of Elections, along with the Finance Department of the Clerk of Courts, and the Sheriff ’s budgets. Tax Collector and Property Appraiser budgets are approved by the State Department of Revenue. For FY 2012, the Board of County Commissioners has reorganized and had additional lay-offs, resulting in a total reduction of employees of 124 since 2008. I feel we have been fiscally responsible in weathering the economic downturn — we have maintained our reserves for emergencies, as well as reduced compensation, benefits, and staff, without compromising service. We have worked to receive reimbursement from the BP Oil Spill and are still applying for additional compensation. We also try to pursue all state and federal grants that apply, because, if we don’t get those tax dollars in our county, another county will receive them. We are prepared for this year’s storms season and are also working to reduce costs overall. Our millage is still the lowest in the State of Florida, at 3.2899. Please feel free to call with questions and join us in our budget meetings and discussions.
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ROBERT E. MCGILL, III ATTORNEY AT LAW 36008 Emerald Coast Pkwy. • Suite C Destin, Florida 32541
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July begins the public budget reviews; however, Okaloosa County Administrator Jim Curry and our 16 departments have been working on balancing the budget since March. We have worked in recent years to make this process transparent, easy to understand, and measurable, with our new Performance Based Budgeting. I’ll begin the budget discussion by reviewing the overall process and structure of Okaloosa County Government. Out of our 16 departments, some are funded by ad valorem (your tax dollars), and some fund themselves through fees for services, while others are a combination of both. We refer to these departments as Enterprise funded or Non-discretionary funding. Additionally, there are departments that are partially state funded, or we only provide partial funding. If you count those, we are up to 22 departments within Okaloosa County. Those are departments, such as the Health Department, Okaloosa County Library Cooperative, museums, court services, and the Law Library. We divide departments into three service categories: Public Safety, Essential Services and Quality of Life. Note the FY2012 projected budget “big picture,” in which you can see that 17 percent of the budget is
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August Calendar of Events August 1 & 8 Magical Mondays Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf Time: 7 – 9 p.m. Join Magician Rick Moore on the Events Plaza stage for an evening full of laughs and illusions. August 2 & 9 Mini Gras & Boomin’ Tuesdays Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf Time: 7 – 10 p.m. An evening of fun and merriment with special children’s activities sprinkled throughout the events plaza. Every Tuesday at 9:15 p.m., the village hosts a fireworks show over the lagoon. Participation in Mini Gras is free. Enjoy the Bouncy Castle and other inflatables with purchase of a $10 wristband. Wristbands will be sold from 7-9 p.m. and activities will stay open until 10 p.m. August 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31 Wednesday Night Concert Series Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf
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Time: 7 – 9 p.m. Enjoy the continuation of the Wednesday Night Concert Series through the month of August. We’ll be tantalizing your musical taste buds with musicians to entertain all guests!
August 6, 13, 20, & 27 Rock the Docks Location: HarborWalk Village Time: 7 – 9 p.m. Enjoy live music on the Destin Harbor every Saturday night with different local groups weekly.
August 4 & 11 Sunset Cinema Location: The Village of Baytowne Wharf Time: 8 p.m. Come out and watch your favorite family movies under the stars!
August 7. 14, 21, & 28 Operation Inspiration Location: HarborWalk Village Time: 5 – 8 p.m. Operation Inspiration is a powerful and unique evening of live musical entertainment. Events begin at 5 pm. with a meet and greet with the performing artist. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. Concerts are free and open to the public.
August 4, 11, 18, & 25 Red, White, and Blue Celebrations Location: HarborWalk Village Time: 6 – 9 p.m. A weekly honoring of a local hero, the celebrations highlight the efforts of people who go above and beyond to better their community. Enjoy live entertainment, free kid’s crafts and face painting, and a WWII replica flyover. The evening is topped off by a spectacular fireworks display over the Destin Harbor.
August 13 Shelter House Cooking on a Budget Location: Vicki’s Kitchenique Time: 12 – 2 p.m. Join us for a cooking on a budget workshop as part of Shelter House’s WAM! (Women and Money) program. Learn tips on shopping and cooking on a dime, in addition to some delicious recipes that are easy on the wallet!
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August 24 JobsPlus to Offer Job Seekers Resources and Career Opportunities Location: Silver Sands Factory Stores Time: 1 – 4 p.m. On the fourth Wednesday of every month except November, the JobsPlus 40-foot Mobile OneStop vehicle will offer access to job seekers hundreds of positions available at Silver Sands Factory Stores, as well as to the Employ Florida Marketplace database for additional employment opportunities throughout the state. August 25 Dog Daze of Summer Location: Cuvee Bistro Time: 5 – 9 p.m. Join us for the Dog Daze of Summer Dining Experience. A portion of the evening’s receipts are donated to the Destin Dog Park. If you are unable to attend, you may support the Park by making a tax deductible donation at www. cityofdestin.com/dogpark.
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Chamber Networking Trip A San Fran Getaway You are invited on the Chamber’s Inaugural Networking Trip, a San Francisco Getaway, featuring Monterey and Sonoma Valley! Take this trip with area business leaders to build better working relationships. Highlights of the Oct. 10 - 14 trip include San Francisco, Pier 39, Sonoma Valley, Viansa Winery, Monterey, and 17 Mile. Cost includes airfare, accommodations at the Sheraton Fisherman’s Wharf, transportation, and ďŹ ve meals. Please call the Destin Area Chamber at (850) 8376241 for more information or to reserve your space.
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The Area’s Only Accredited Chest Pain Center. Betty Carswell, RN Director of Acute Care Services
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center is the only hospital in the area to earn Chest Pain Center accreditation by the prestigious Society of Chest Pain Centers, an international professional organization focused on improving care for patients with acute coronary symptoms and other related conditions. The accreditation followed a stringent and comprehensive review of the expertise of our operating systems and the compassionate care we provide our chest pain patients. The Chest Pain Center at Fort Walton Beach Medical Center is one of our many programs that has been recognized by, and adheres to the standards of, the most respected agencies in healthcare quality.
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