THE GREATER SARASOTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBER MAGAZINE
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SERVING OUR BUSINESSES AND COMMUNITY
FROM THE CEO’S CORNER
YOUR CHAMBER CULTIVATING PROSPERITY & QUALITY OF LIFE
Our Chamber is all about celebrating small business- after all small business is the true heart and soul of our business community in the Sarasota region. It was such a pleasure and honor to recognize and celebrate our small businesses at our annual Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards Luncheon this past month. This year we had a record crowd attend the luncheon to celebrate the hardworking men and women of our local small business community. This marks the 29th year that we have hosted the Small Business Awards, and it was tougher than ever for our judges to determine the finalists and winners. We are so grateful for the team of judges who
spent hours pouring over the many quality applications to narrow the field down to the 15 finalists recognized at the luncheon. Our finalists are extraordinary examples successful business people who truly exemplify the entrepreneurial spirit of Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Mr. Berlin was a successful businessman and community leader who chaired the Chamber more than 65 years ago. The Chamber event bears his name in honor of his many years of commitment and service. The 2019 finalists’ businesses, and the hundreds of other small enterprises, are the backbone of our community’s economy. Please join me in my celebration of their innovation and pursuit of excellence.
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Wednesday, July 10 Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse
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Tuesday, July 23 Brewster’s Tavern
Thursday, July 11 Aloft Sarasota
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Thursday, August 15 Carlisle Inn – Sarasota
Thursday, September 24 Brewster’s Tavern
Thursday, September 5 Tamiami Tap
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Wednesday, August 14 Hotel Indigo Sarasota
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2019 FRANK G. BERLIN, SR.
SMALL BUSINESS
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MEET THE WINNERS AND FINALISTS
Hospitality & Tourism
Sponsored by: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport
WINNER: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Non-Profit
Sponsored by: Hyatt Regency Sarasota
WINNER: Forty Carrots Family Center
Products & Services
Sponsored by: Kerkering, Barberio & Co.
WINNER: Music Compound
Professional Services
Sponsored by: Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
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WINNER: Cumberland Advisors
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Retail
Sponsored by: Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP
WINNER: Unlimited Comfort Mattress Factory
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Top Honor Small Business of the Year Sponsored by: Herald-Tribune Media Group
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Marie Selby Botanical Gardens was awarded the 2019 Top Honor Small Business of the Year at the 29th Annual Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards. With a record crowd in attendance, this year’s event was truly a celebration of the engaged, innovative and connected local small business community. We congratulate all of the 2019 finalists and winners, and we look forward to continuing to connect, promote and support our member small businesses, who continue the legacy of entrepreneurship and business success in Sarasota.
r Kasten, CEO/President
To view the full event photos and videos, please click here.
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MEMBER NEWS ALL FAITHS FOOD BANK completed a successful “Campaign Against Summer Hunger”, which achieved its ambitious goal of raising $1.4 million this year. Local BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF SARASOTA COUNTY member Leonela Tase Sueiro was named the 2019 Southeast Region Youth of the Year. The title and $40,000 was presented in Atlanta, Georgia by Jim Clar, President and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of America. GATES CONSTRUCTION completed St. John the Evangelist Pulte Family Life Center facility dedicated to constant and persistent activities for all ages and walks of life. Attorney Michael L. Foreman celebrated 50 years of service at ICARD MERRILL – only the second attorney in the firm’s history to reach that milestone. Foreman joined Icard Merrill in 1969 and is past president and managing partner of the firm. SARASOTA BRADENTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SRQ) passenger traffic for the month of May set an alltime record with 161,435 passengers traveling through the airport. Traffic for May 2019 was up 39.9% over May of 2018. Year-to-date passenger numbers are up 38%.
SUNCOAST AQUATIC NATURE CENTER ASSOCIATES elected a new Chair of the Board of Directors, Ronald A. Shapo, and appointed two new Directors, Randy Mallitz and Michael S. Taaffe. THE JOHN AND MABLE RINGLING MUSEUM OF ART was selected by the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation to receive two 2019 Preservation Awards for their Ca’ d’Zan Terra Cotta Restoration Project and the Ca’ d’Zan Historic Pool Restoration. THE PLAYERS CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS paired with Sunshine Kids to provide area children with cancer a free acting experience where the participants learned improvisation, created their own superheroes, and everything in between.
THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA SARASOTAMANATEE announced the creation of a scholarship to assist graduates of Visible Men Academy (VMA), a free public charter school that serves predominately at-risk elementary-aged students in Bradenton and Sarasota.
Skylar Dailey is the new Communications Intern for the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce. Originally from Southern Illinois, Skylar moved to Florida six years ago and loves living the Florida lifestyle. She will be graduating from USF SarasotaManatee at the end of this summer, earning a B.S. in Marketing with focuses on Digital Marketing and Market Research. Upon graduation, Skylar will be staying in the area to begin her career in Marketing.
Welcome to the Chamber Team Phyllis Kemp is the new Executive Assistant for the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce. She previously worked for GE Security and United Technologies Corporation, relocating to the Sarasota area 13 years ago. She loves the area and the lifestyle! She also enjoys spending time with family, exploring new places and relaxing on the beach.
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A M B A S S A D O R O F T H E Q U A RT E R Congratulations to Taura Hammil on beng selected as the Chamber Ambassador of the Quarter! Taura is a vibrant young professional in the Manatee-Sarasota area, making waves in the small business community as the Office and Sales Project Manager at Calusa Kitchen & Bath. Coupled with the business owners’ 30+ years of construction experience, Taura uses the arsenal of skills acquired from her previous journey as store manager at Escape Countdown to provide a fresh and innovative perspective in design. Taura is very passionate about giving back to her community and helping others. She regularly volunteers with local charity events and committees. She is also on the board for Marketing on Main, a platform focused on connecting and bringing together small businesses, providing resources, and creating positive change in the Manatee and Sarasota community. Taura has been a member of the Sarasota Chamber and the Young Professionals Group for three years and became a Chamber Ambassador last November.
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Taura has an 11-year-old daughter and a 4-year-old son. As a single mother she hopes that she can make a difference in her children’s lives and make the community a better place for all our youth to grow up.
NEW MEMBERS APRIL 2019 - JUNE 2019 332 Cocoanut
DOGPerfect
Miles Partnership
360 Legal, Inc.
Dolman Law Group Accident Injury
Modern Dental Implant Solutions
Achieva Credit Union - Bee Ridge
Lawyers, PA
Netrolix
Achieva Credit Union - Fruitville
Essentials Massage and Facials
Now That’s A Wrap!
ADVANCED ESI, LLC
Exceleration Partners
Pineapple Lain Boutique
AltMed
Family Heritage
Plant Parents
APG Engineering
Fresh Coat Painters of Sarasota County
Provenance Wealth Advisors
Audit 1
Gaia Stone Gallery of Sarasota
Real Estate And Land Consulting, LLC
Axiom Strategic Consulting, LLC
Gordon Food Service Marketplace (GFS)
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BayView Dental Associates - Main Street
Halflants + Pichette Architects
Seaward Development
BayView Dental Associates - N. Tamiami
HL Posey Builders
Senior Helpers
Trail
IMG Academy
SignZoo
BayView Dental Associates - Stickney Point
Insula Companies
Snarky Tea
Bowtox Boutique Med Spa - Lakewood
Invo Behavior & Therapy Services
Terraform Design
Ranch
JDub’s Brewing
The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime
Causeway Bridge to Innovation LLC
Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club
The First Tee of Sarasota/Manatee
CBJ Builders Group Incorporated
Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy
Trade Mark Interiors, Inc.
Cliff Roles/Photographer
Life Care Center of Sarasota
Valpak of the Suncoast
Design Concepts/Marine Concepts
Mictron, LLC
Vensure Employer Services
DexYP
Mid-West Insurance Agency Economic Driver
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Fresh Coat Painters of Sarasota County 5077 Fruitville Road, #109 Sarasota, FL 34232
Mid-West Insurance Agency 5483 Fruitville Road Sarasota, FL 34232
Modern Dental Implant Solutions 2477 Stickney Point Road, Suite 214A Sarasota, FL 34231
Pineapple Lain Boutique 407 S. Pineapple Avenue Sarasota, FL 34236
Regions Bank - Southgate 4034 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34231
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The Sarasota County Dementia Care and Cure Initiative (DCCI) Task Force offers free training to equip businesses, organizations, and other community entities to be Dementia-Caring and contribute to Sarasota County’s vibrant and inviting community.
• Post a Dementia-Caring window decal for customers to recognize your business as a supportive environment. To schedule a training for your Sarasota County business, organization, or community entity, please contact:
Training Objectives:
DCCI@elderaffairs.org
• Gain a better understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias that can help organizations and businesses to provide a welcoming, respectful environment for persons living with dementia and their caregivers. • Learn about local resources in Sarasota County available to assist persons with dementia, their families, and caregivers. • Contribute to building a welcoming environment for those affected by dementia in Sarasota County, including caregivers and the more than 19,000 living with Alzheimer’s disease, so that they may continue to participate in and enjoy their community.
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AFTER HOURS SPONSORSHIP New Opportunity to Connect
Does your business want to connect with local young professionals? Sponsor an upcoming YPG After Hours! Sponsors have the opportunity to:
AUGUST AFTER HOURS Thursday, August 1 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Even Hotel | Lakewood Ranch Join us at our August After Hours event! Whether you’re looking to make new friends, build your network, or learn more about what Sarasota has to offer, this is a great opportunity to connect with other young professionals in the region. Along with drink specials, enjoy appetizing lite bites for the duration of the event. Members - Free Admission Non-Members - $15 Pre-registration is not required
Join us for this half-day event focused on learning new ways to grow personally, professionally, and as a leader in the community that we love. WHEN: Friday, August 23 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. WHERE: Embassy Suites Sarasota Members - $60 Non-Members - $75
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Display business logo on all advance publicity and social media Table display at event Speak for 2-3 minutes in front of 50-75 young professionals Please contact Sara Rachon, srachon@sarasotachamber.com for more information.
YPG is an amazing way to connect and get involved in the community.
Sarasota Chamber members at the Community Builder and Economic Driver levels receive three annual Young Professional Group memberships. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect young professionals in your organization to others in Sarasota! Please contact Craig McGonigal, cmcgonigal@ sarasotachamber.com for more information.
CLASS OF 2019 ADULT LEADERSHIP GRADUATION Congratulations to the 35 individuals recently graduated from the Adult Leadership Sarasota County Class of 2019! The night included comments from Heather Kasten, Chamber CEO/President, and Chris Pfahler, Adult Leadership Program Co-Chair; and a photo slideshow. Graduates also swapped class superlatives, adding to the celebratory atmosphere and highlighting the group's close bonds.
Save the Date for the Leadership Sarasota County Educational Conference
ENGAGE SARASOTA Dive Deeper into Sarasota Engage Sarasota is a community organization program for executives and residents who are eager to establish business and civic relationships, meet area leaders, and want to fast-track their knowledge about the inner workings of greater Sarasota- all with a minimum investment of time and money.
Partcipants will: Broaden their working knowledge and understanding of community via a monthly luncheon series with targeted topics at each program to our presenting sponsor, Willis Smith Construction, Co-Chairs Chris Pfahler and Monica Van Buskirk, and all who helped make our Celebrate Outstanding Leadership Awards Luncheon possible. This year's luncheon was sold out!
Acquaint themselves with formal and informal decision-making channels and local leaders - the people who make things happen Connect with topics and meet people who will enrich their lives as business persons and residents For more information, please contact Sara Rachon, Programs Coordinator.
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Target Industries
FAST-TRACK TRAININGS ACROSS INDUSTRIES n Fast-Track Trainings in the Automotive, HVAC and Plumbing industries n 93% of 2018 Automotive Fast-Track Training participants were retained n 100% of inaugural HVAC Fast-Track Training participants were placed in jobs n “With this level of hands-on experience, we’ll be able to go out and already be prepared for a myriad of scenarios that we would have otherwise ben blindsided by.”
CareerEdge Funders Collaborative is the only National Fund for Workforce Solutions site in Florida.
28M
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Economic Impact: New Wages & Raises
5,365 Workers Trained
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Employers Engaged
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Invested in Regional Workforce Development
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Certificates/ Degrees Earned
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Workers Who Earned Raises
INTERNSHIP REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM n Supported 274 interns at local companies with $292,000 invested over the last four years n “This program allows us to attract more high-quality candidates because we can compensate the intern without adding expense to our bottom line [...]. Most importantly, interns create a continuous pipeline of raw talent for our future growth.” - Employer Feedback
CareerEdge Funders Collaborative is the workforce development initiative of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce. CAREEREDGE FUNDERS: Bank of America, Charles and Margery Barancik Foundation, City of Bradenton,City of Sarasota, Eppard Family Foundation, Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg, Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, Gulf Coast Community Foundation, Jobs for the Future, John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, JP Morgan Chase, National Fund for Workforce Solutions, Sarasota County Government, The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, United Way Suncoast, US Chamber of Commerce, Walmart Foundation
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