Annual Grand Gala

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Heroes & Heroines Presented by

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Rehabilitation Center

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hos

MeetingRehabilitation Your Child’s Center Rehabilitation Needs

Our Locations: West Palm Beach

Wellington

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Coral Springs

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Our therapists specialize in the treatment of infants, children and adolescents with a variety of diagnoses, including orthopedics and neurological conditions, sensory and auditory processing disorders and developmental delay.

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE: • Physical Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Speech Therapy • Feeding Therapy

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Agenda Opening Remarks Cindy Brief, President/ CEO Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber National Anthem Presenting Sponsor Presentation Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Diamond Sponsor Doug Eaton, Chief Investment Officer Eaton Financial Group Magic & Live Auction by: Joey DiPietro, Big Joey Magic Showy Entertainment by: Avi Frier, FunSpecialEvents.com Special Recognitions Cindy Brief, President/ CEO Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber Small Business Leader of The Year Irving Rodriguez, Gyroville Coral Springs Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Business of the Year Fiserv Covered Bridge Award Michelle Brown, Friends and Family Spinal Care Butterfly Award Mikkie Belvedere, former Coconut Creek City Commissioner Closing Remarks Cindy Brief, President/ CEO Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber

Thank You Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce Cindy Brief, President/ CEO Charinus Davis, Executive Vice President Gulie Carrington, Director of Marketing & Strategic Initiatives Becky Case, Member Services Coordinator Elizabeth Eaton, Chamber Intern

Staffed with highly-trained pediatric specialists and support personnel, our facility is designed to provide uncompromising outpatient care to the Coral Springs community and beyond in a compassionate and child-friendly setting.

Pediatric Services in Coral Springs

5830 Coral Ridge Drive Coral Springs, Florida 33076 JDCH.com

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Rehabilitation Services Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Speech Therapy Feeding Therapy

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Otoralyngology (ENT) Pulmonology General Surgery Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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• Orthopedics, Spine and Sports Medicine • Hand and Upper Extremity Program • Hip Preservation Program • Sports Physical Therapy • Concussion Clinic • Performing Arts and Dance Medicine Program

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WINNER BUTTERFLY AWARD

Mikkie Belvedere FORMER CITY OF COCONUT CREEK COMMISSIONER

WINNER SMALL BUSINESS LEADER

Irving Rodriguez OWNER GYROVILLE

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2021 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Business of the Year

Fiserv is a globally connected team of more than 40,000 people that chooses and celebrates originality, and values diversity of backgrounds, cultures and ethnicities .Fiserv enables money movement for thousands of financial institutions and millions of people and businesses in a world that never powers down. Diversity across Fiserv’s strategic sourcing chain is a priority and the company creates opportunities to increase the number of diverse and small businesses that they partner with. Fiserv denounces, and will not tolerate, any form of discrimination or racism. The company chooses a culture led by their values and they are committed to a diverse, respectful and inclusive workplace. Partners in diverse talent acquisition, leaders in our communities and influential voices across Fiserv – Employee Resource Groups are a platform for diverse associates and allies to exchange ideas, elevate professional development and help build a culture of inclusion.

As the call for social justice was amplified in 2020, Fiserv creating a Forward Together plan- four commitments that were set in motion to strengthen the experience created for clients, people and communities: 1. Fiserv strives to improve diversity across all levels of the organization including senior leadership.

2. Fiserv has committed to investing 50 million dollars to support black and minority owned businesses 3. Fiserv is committed to increase associate awareness, education and participation in diversity and inclusion programs 4. Fiserv supports community groups with missions focused on human rights, racial equity and social justice.

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2021 Small Business Leader of the Year Irving Rodriguez Gyroville Coral Springs Irving Rodriguez is currently the owner/operator of Gyroville, a fast casual Mediterranean restaurant in Coral Springs, FL. He and his wife, Maria, opened the franchise in May 2020 in the same city where they have resided since moving to Florida in 2014. Mr. Rodriguez was born and raised in New York City. Upon graduating from the NYC police academy at the top of his class, he rose through the ranks eventually being promoted to Sergeant in 2002.

During his time as a Detective, he was involved in the 9/11 recovery mission that required him to sift through rubble to identify victims of the attack. He also worked in the Street Narcotics Unit and Organized Crime Control Bureau, where he managed a team of Detectives and undercover officers. Mr. Rodriguez retired from the NYPD in 2008. The next few years of his life were spent doing private security while he waited for his wife, Maria, to complete her NYPD career. They chose to “retire” in Coral Springs, Florida where they could spend time with family. It was during this period that they became interested in Gyroville. After months of due diligence, they decided to move forward and open their own location on University Drive in Coral Springs. Irving has spent the last two years working on his business while becoming a very active member of the community. From his membership in the Chamber of Commerce to his strong ties to First Responders, Mr. Rodriguez epitomizes what it means to be an active participant in the community where you live and work.

2021 Covered Bridge Award Winner Michelle Brown Friends and Family Spinal Care Michelle Brown is a mom of three, an entrepreneur and philanthropist. Her heartfelt purpose in life is to help others.

As an orphan abandoned in Calcutta India from a young age she understood that everyday is a gift to serve and make the world a better place. She started volunteering as a young girl with her mother. Then as a teen volunteering at soup kitchens and through school initiatives. And upon moving to Coral Springs in 2008 connected to incredible local organizations such as SOS Childrens Village, Operation Underground Railroad, Dryland Food Pantry and Sweet Dream Makers. In addition to those, Laura’s Light is near and dear to her heart in honor of her beloved friend and VICE member fallen FBI Agent Laura Baca. Michelle also serves the city of Coral Springs on the Economic Development Advisory Committee and Broward Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. As a mom of 3 kids under 8 she is passionate about including her girls in a life of service. Michelle is also the owner of CrossFit Vice with her husband Dr. Justin Brown and she is the CEO of I Help Moms. com, both of which are continually focused on community service initiatives. Michelle believes that serving our neighbors is the most important contribution we can make to creating a better world.

Michelle is a proud resident of our great city of Coral Springs.

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2021 Butterfly Award Winner Mikkie Belvedere Former Coconut Creek City Commissioner Mikkie Belvedere, a Coconut Creek resident for over 20 years, a mother of three daughters, has served as city Commissioner From 2009 to 2021, with responsibilities some years as Mayor and Vice Mayor. Mikkie also represented the city at the metropolitan Planning organization (MPO) a county board helping cities with transportation and grants. Prior to being elected Mikkie served on and chaired several City boards including Planning and zoning, environmental and affordable housing. In retirement Mikkie continues to serve on the Coconut Creek Community Relations Board. Mikkie joined the chamber in its founding year. She also started the non – profit Multicultural Circle of Coconut Creek and launched its annual Artsfest. At her Wyndmoor community she has led varied groups, including a Hebrew club with monthly Israeli movies. She volunteers as director in her building and serves on a board of a seven buildings association. She has also sold and exhibited her art and photography in Wynmoor and the Morikami Museum. More widely in the community, she is active with the Liberal Jewish Temple. Through a Broward County Library program Mikkie read to school children for many years. Born in Tel Aviv, Israel, Mikkie lived in New York and St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands, before coming to South Florida where she continued her insurance and financial services business. She loves to travel and has visited more than 35 countries and territories. Mikkie is known for her signature message “Keep smiling.

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