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THE GREATER SARASOTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBER MAGAZINE APRIL 2016

BUILD YOUR NETWORK • BUILD VISIBILITY • BUILD YOUR BOTTOM LINE • BUILD KNOWLEDGE • BUILD OUR ECONOMY

SECURING PROSPERITY

THE GREATER SARASOTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOCUSES ON USING SARASOTA TOMORROW TO SECURE A MORE PROSPEROUS FUTURE FOR THE SARASOTA REGION PAGE 6

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PRESIDENT’S DESK C H A M B E R S TA F F Steve Queior, CCE President and CEO squeior@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 250 Dillon Buckland Communications Coordinator dbuckland@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 239 Amy Tuck Farrington VP Public Policy and Sarasota Tomorrow afarrington@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 245 Sarah Felder Membership Sales Representative sfelder@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 229 Mimi Cirbusova YPG Coordinator mfleck@sarasotachamber.com; ext 238

TEE UP FOR SUCCESS One of the many things I’m learning in my year as your Chair is that there are many ways in which members can engage with the Chamber and with each other. Because not all members use their membership in the same way, there are a variety of different Chamber programs and services offered throughout the year.

We encourage you to use The Chamber’s “Five Builds” to ensure you’re receiving the member engagement that is comfortable to you while providing you with the greatest available benefits. Here they are:

BUILD YOUR NETWORK – If you’re looking to connect with others in the community, you will find many ways to do this through The Chamber. From attending events to strengthening your business network, to joining a committee or council, to interacting with others through The Chamber’s blogs and social media, these types of engagement are great for growing strategic alliances. Remember, people buy from those they know, like, and trust.

BUILD YOUR VISIBILITY – Getting the word out to the community about your business or organization can be done

Norman Gollub Downtown Economic Development Coordinator ngollub@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 253

through the various tools The Chamber provides. Whether you want to bring awareness to your business by sponsoring or hosting an event, or sharing your successes through the online press release tool or through social media, using The Chamber website, www.sarasotachamber.com, you can effectively reach your target market.

Matt Gower Membership Sales Representative mgower@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 258

BUILD YOUR BOTTOM LINE – Hundreds of members enhance their engagement by saving money through affinity

Donna Havens Information Coordinator dhavens@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 225 Barbara Hines Leadership Sarasota County bhines@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 226 Brittany Lamont Director, Communications & Events blamont@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 240 Craig McGonigal Membership and Events Coordinator cmcgonigal@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 234 Christine Miller Executive Assistant to the President cmiller@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 251 Sarah Murphy Director, Member Services smurphy@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 231 Helen Reilly Information Coordinator hreilly@sarasotachamber.com; ext. 221 Don Schleicher Controller dschleicher@sarasotachamber.com; ext 246

partner programs, increasing sales through the credibility and contacts that come with membership, and by accessing member-to-member discounts.

BUILD YOUR KNOWLEDGE – Services and programs, including our Chamber University workshops, provide a wealth of knowledge on topics such as Marketing, Sales, Human Resources and much more. You can stay up to date on community intelligence, market data, and Chamber information by engaging with The Chamber Buzz Blog, mining the Chamber’s website, and following us on social media.

BUILD OUR ECONOMY – Broader engagement of all members is vital to successfully building our economy in this ultra-competitive world. There are many forms of engagement which are key to secure our future prosperity. Some of these include The Chamber’s Sarasota Tomorrow initiatives; volunteering and serving on a GSCC council; and advocating for pro-business and pro-greater Sarasota public policies. Attending a public meeting to show support for a needed policy or sending an email to an elected official can also make a key difference!

Remember, Chamber events and tools are available not only to you, but to all the employees and colleagues in your firm. Involving several associates will increase the return on your investment in The Chamber and maximize the benefits of your membership.

These are just a few of the ways you can engage with your Chamber and colleagues. If you would like to get more involved or want to speak to us about how to maximize your membership’s value, please reach out to me (lkrouse@fcci-group.com or 941-907-7695) or Sarah Murphy, Director of Member Services (smurphy@sarasotachamber.com or 941-556-4031).

We appreciate your membership and the impact you are making on the community. Have a great April!

SERVING OUR BUSINESSES AND COMMUNITY The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce exists to maximize our members’ success, the community’s competitiveness, and the area’s economic strength.

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LEADERSHIP SARASOTA COUNTY COMPLETES CLASS PROJECT: THE 2016 LEADERSHIP OF SARASOTA COUNTY CLASS INSTALLED FRAMING FOR CONCRETE PATHWAYS AS PART OF THEIR ACADEMY FARMS: PROJECT GROW! INITIATIVE. Concrete was poured and the class added fencing around existing earth boxes and irrigation, with enough included to water 50 additional earth boxes in the future.

This four-month effort is aimed at increasing the production of Academy Farms, the USDA-certified organic vegetable and herb garden maintained by Easter Seals Southwest Florida. The class would like to extend a special thank you to all the generous businesses that have made this project possible, including USA Fence Co., Lowe’s on Fruitville Road, Irrigation Design, Gator Plumbing, Cemex, Yonker’s Tractor Service and Williams Construction Co.!

The class will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Easter Seals Southwest Florida on Friday, April 22 at 10 a.m. to unveil the enhanced garden.

LEADERSHIP SARASOTA CLASS OF 2016

WORK DAY AT EASTER SEALS

LOOK OUT FOR UPCOMING LEADERSHIP CLASS APPLICATIONS: APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE 2017 LEADERSHIP SARASOTA COUNTY ADULT CLASS. Candidates for the adult class are encouraged to download an application on The Chamber’s website, under Leadership Sarasota County. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 6th and will be followed by interviews. The Class of 2017 will be announced in July.

Applications for the Youth Leadership Program are also available online. Applicants must be in the 11th grade for the 2016-2017 year.

The deadline to apply is Thursday, June 9th. The class members will be

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announced over the summer and the program will begin in August.

Following a successful launch of the Young Entrepreneurs Academy, Leadership Sarasota County will open the second session to applicants.

Students 11 – 18 years of age who have an entrepreneurial spirit are encouraged to consider this amazing program. The class will meet one evening per week starting in October and follow the program structure in creating their own companies.

If you have questions regarding any of these programs, contact Barbara Hines, bhines@sarasotachamber.com or 941.556.4026.

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TOMORROW: SECURING PROSPERITY

SARASOTA TOMORROW IS A REGIONAL COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE of The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce working to secure a more prosperous future for the Sarasota region. While the initiative is broad, it focuses on major strategic areas: business climate and infrastructure, targeted development, education and workforce development, and ongoing and emerging special priorities. Highlights of the 2016 actions in these areas include:

BUSINESS CLIMATE: SARASOTA TOMORROW CONTINUALLY WORKS TO BUILD a more positive business climate for employers, investors, and the jobs they create. Currently, Sarasota Tomorrow’s sustained participation in the process to update and improve the Sarasota County Comprehensive Plan, in areas such as quality of life, land use, and mobility, will ensure that the county-wide plan is practical and workable. Member input and advocacy in this process is providing a voice for business to governmental decision makers.

ATTAINABLE HOUSING:

Attainable housing remains a key aspect of the area’s infrastructure and the ability to effectively attract and retain a talented workforce. Ensuring a business point of view, Steve Queior, President of The Chamber, is an appointed member of the City of Sarasota Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, as well as the Sarasota County SHIP Program Affordable Housing Advisory Committee.

Chamber leadership, including various councils and numerous individual members, remain dedicated to focusing on this issue as a significant ongoing priority.

TARGETED DEVELOPMENT: TARGETED DEVELOPMENT SUPPORTS THE IMPROVEMENT AND STRENGTHENING OF CORE BUSINESS AREAS and often involves a long-term vision of the Sarasota region. This year, Sarasota Tomorrow is ramping up its role as a stakeholder in the Bayfront 20:20 Coalition, a strategic community partnership, that is creating a Master Plan to move the Bayfront forward through site planning, facility planning, outreach and fundraising.

This is the largest metro-downtown water front location planning opportunity in the state and is a large part of the area’s future growth and vitality.

The GSCC has helped facilitate over 35 projects with an estimated construction value of $700 million that are currently underway or in the pipeline. Our Downtown Economic Development Coordinator continues to work closely with Sarasota city staff and others to promote investment in the central business district.

EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE: THE THIRD PRIORITY FOCUS OF SARASOTA TOMORROW HAS BIRTHED A NEW GROUP. Talent4Tomorrow (T4T) is a coalition and set of initiatives working to create a ready-for-work labor force and closing the skills gap by helping more students obtain post-secondary education. T4T has, through the Local College Access Network, worked to increase awareness and completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) so that more graduating students have access to financial resources to pursue advanced education in vocational training or two or four year college programs. Through this collaborative effort, Sarasota County currently leads the state in FAFSA completion. T4T is now completing a community scan to determine the state of internships in the Sarasota region to better determine community action to improve the availability of and access to internships in our area.

“These focused priorities that Sarasota Tomorrow continuously monitors, actively engages in and advocates for are essential to sustaining and enhancing our community’s quality of life,” notes Rae Dowling, Sarasota Tomorrow co-chair. Looking forward, Sarasota Tomorrow will remain committed to building a positive climate for Sarasota employers as well as promoting an infrastructure system that will support a growing and prosperous community. Advocating for strategic, targeted development that emphasizes economic growth, revitalization and attainable housing will strengthen our economic footprint as well as enhance the area’s quality of life. A continued emphasis on building and creating a strong workforce through a variety of educational and training pathways will allow Sarasota to compete and prosper in an evolving economy.

The work of Sarasota Tomorrow is made possible by The Sarasota Chamber member investors of Sarasota Tomorrow.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE SARASOTA TOMORROW INITIATIVES CONTACT AMY FARRINGTON AT AFARRINGTON@SARASOTACHAMBER.COM OR 941-556-4045

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CONGRATULATIONS

Chamber Ambassador of the Year, Troy Peterman

THE CHAMBER RECOGNIZED Troy Peterman from PayServ Systems

as The Chamber 2015 Ambassador of the Year Award at the Annual Kick-Off Breakfast on February 19th at the Polo Grill.

Troy has tirelessly worked on The Chamber Ambassadors, serving in many capacities and roles. Active with The Chamber for over eight years, his great ability to listen to members, create connections for them, and enthusiastically promote The Chamber makes him a valuable part of our volunteer program. We thank Troy Peterman for his continued support of and volunteerism for The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce.

OTHER MEMBER VOLUNTEERS RECOGNIZED as 2015 Chamber Ambassadors of the Quarters were Fay Lynne Huang from Catering

by Clayton’s, Gigi Kovach from PayServ Systems, Phil Mott from Morgan Stanley, and Hank Prograr from AIM Safe Money Advisors.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON GETTING INVOLVED WITH THE CHAMBER, CONTACT SARAH MURPHY AT 941-556-4031 OR SMURPHY@ SARASOTACHAMBER.COM

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UPCOMING EVENTS APRIL - JUNE

MONTHLY EVENTS POWER HOUR LUNCHEON

11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. $20 Prepaid Members $25 All Walk-Ins Wednesday, April 13 Louie’s Modern

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Monday, April 18 Design Services of Sarasota & iStage Homes & Andrea Hillebrand Photography

Tuesday, May 17 3 – 4:30 p.m.

5 – 6:30 p.m. $5 Members; Prepaid by 3 p.m. $10 All Walk-Ins

Friday, April 29 The Roots Chiropractic

Catered by Chicken Kitchen

Wednesday, May 11 Location: TBD

Monday, May 9 Comfort Suites Sarasota

Thursday, April 7, 2016 5 – 8 p.m.

Ed Smith Stadium

Wednesday, June 8 Location: Shore

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Friday, June 24 Location: TBD

Wednesday, May 4, 2016 5 – 8 p.m.

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MONDAY MIXER

Monday, June 13 The Roots Chiropractic

Tuesday, June 21 8:30 – 10 a.m.

Chamber University 3:30 – 5 p.m. $5 Members; $10 NonMembers Location & Topic vary.

Tuesday, April 12 Location & Topic: TBD Tuesday, June 14 Location & Topic: TBD

2016 FRANK G. BERLIN, SR. SMALL BUSINESS AWARDS Friday, June 3, 2016 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Hyatt Regency Sarasota

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Tuesday, April 19 3 – 4:30 p.m.

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Ribbon Cuttings

To book your Ribbon Cutting for a grand opening or relocation, contact Craig McGonigal, craigmcgonigal@sarasotachamber.com or 941-556-4034

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Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota County 3100 Fruitville Rd. Sarasota, FL 34237 www.bgcsarasota.com

Halliday Financial 1819 Main St. #300 Sarasota, FL 34236 www.hallidayfinancial.com

Square 1 Burgers 6240 S. Tamiami Trail www.square1burgers.com

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The Sheridan at Lakewood Ranch 8141 Lakewood Main St. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 www.seniorlifestyle.com

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CHAMBER MEMBERS IN THE NEWS

December 1, 2015 - February 29, 2016 Abrams Center for Women ADP Affinity Kitchen & Bath LLC Aloft Sarasota Anne Folsom Smith Interior Design Around the Clock Fitness - Sarasota Art Avenue Art-2-You Blue Sky Thinking BNI SW Florida Brew Thru SRQ Cartridge World Cassandra Dowd Photography Centauri Specialty Insurance Holdings Inc. Center For Sight Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation CIA Access, Gates & Access Controls Coffrin Jewelers College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving Creative Fundraising Concepts, LLC Crunch Fitness Danee Barnett Weight Loss Davidson Labs Doc Sam’s NY Deli & Gourmet Eatery Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Inc. El Bombon Restaurant Bar & Lounge Escape Pools Essential Oils by JC Everglades University Firmo Construction LLC Four Winds Network Services GO PUCK Habitat for Humanity Sarasota Home and Castle TV iStage Homes It Works Global Jiffy Lube Kahwa Coffee Keller Williams Realty Select -Andrew Scherer

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Liv Sarasota Realty Music Compound Nautilus Homes Net Zero Construction Old School Bar & Grill - A Music Joint One Palm PHbotanical, Inc. Poochie’s Pampered Pups Rise to the Challenge Consulting, LLC Ruoff Home Mortgage Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern Sarasota Glass & Mirror Sarasota Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center

STUDIO G HOME + GAIL CARLSON INTERIORS INC. of Sarasota has won “Best of Design” on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design.

RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LENDER RUOFF HOME MORTGAGE announced the opening of a Sarasota office, located temporarily at 3277 Fruitville Road, Unit 1.

WILLIS SMITH CONSTRUCTION announced the Grand Opening of Fire Station 17 (Nathan Benderson Park).

DR. QUINTAL & ASSOCIATES COUNSELING CENTER is marking 10 years in business.

THE REALTOR® ASSOCIATION OF SARASOTA AND MANATEE (RASM) announced that Gina White has joined the organization as Marketing and Communications Manager.

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accreditation by National Children’s Alliance following an extensive application and site review process.

MANATEE CHILDREN’S SERVICES (MCS) has been awarded

Stonewood Grill & Tavern - University Parkway Suncoast Cancer Institute Suncoast Home Check Sunshine Bank TapSnap1113 Target Graphics TCS Entertainment LLC The ABA Academy The Center for Skin Wellness Dr. Robert Finkelstein, D.O. The Cookie Cottage Transformation Incorporated Treser Group, LP United Electric University Parkway Dental Valcarcel Law Venice Pest Control, Inc. Verizon Florida LLC Wakefield Beasley & Associates Walmart Neighborhood Marketvvv Worth International Yoder Homes, LLC

DREAM SPORTING TRIPS is thrilled to announce and welcome Tom Haney as the company’s newly appointed Director of Sales & Marketing.

THE LAW PLACE recently named Goodwill Manasota as its “Business Partner of the Year” for 2015 in recognition of a year of partnerships and collaborative events that began soon after the company launched in Sarasota in June 2015.

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF SARASOTA COUNTY (BGCSC) named Rickey Tedesco, a 16-year-old member, BGCSC Youth of the Year.

JOHN MCLAIN has been named Chief Executive Officer of Venice Regional Bayfront Health, effective February 29.

JONES EDMUNDS AND ASSOCIATES, INC., a Florida-based engineering and environmental sciences consulting firm, announces the appointment of John Banks, Jr., PE, as the new senior project manager for the firm’s Sarasota office.

SELAH FREEDOM has appointed Florida State Representative Ray Pilon Chairman of the Board of Directors, responsible for guiding the organization.

KELLER WILLIAMS was recognized by Training magazine, the leading business publication for learning and development professionals, as the No. 2 training organization across all industries in the world.

DOCTORS HOSPITAL OF SARASOTA has earned Quality Respiratory Care Recognition (QRCR) under a national program aimed at helping patients and families make informed decisions about the quality of the respiratory care services available in hospitals.

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