THE THE BOCA BOCA REGIONAL REGIONAL CHAMBER CHAMBER
Quarterly Quarterly Magazine Magazine
Stronger Together:
Lindy Harvey Helps Good Go Further
Stronger Together:
How Lindy Harvey Helps Good Go Further
ENHANCING ENHANCINGTHE THE COMMUNITY COMMUNITYISSUE ISSUE October - December 2026 October - December 2026
CONNECTION MAGAZINE Designer: Alice Elizabeth Cover Story Photography: Fane Foto BOCA REGIONAL CHAMBER OFFICERS
Chair Clara Bennett, Boca Raton Airport Authority Chair-Elect Steven Deutsch, Frank, Weinberg & Black Treasurer Jason Aube, Seacoast Bank Secretary Troy M. McLellan, Boca Regional Chamber Immediate Past Chair Sal Saldaña, Town Center at Boca Raton/Simon Property Group
DIRECTORS
Paul Adkins, Windward Risk Managers Joshua Atlas, Kaufman Lynn Construction Juan Awad, Florida Blue Daniel Cane, Modernizing Medicine, Inc Katrina Carter-Tellison, PhD, Lynn University Sheryl Clark, Boston Proper Will Fleming, Chimney Trail Partners Joshua Goldglantz, Gunster Daniel Gropper, PhD, Florida Atlantic University Scott Gunnell, JM & A Group Jerad Hanlon, West Boca Medical Center Gina Harwood, Keyes Real Estate Daniel Hostettler, The Boca Raton Amy Kemp, Florida Power & Light Company Zoe Lanham, The Addison Ken Lebersfeld, Capitol Lighting Matthew Linderman, Boca West Country Club Connor Lynch, Plastridge Insurance Agency Lincoln Mendez, Boca Raton Regional Hospital Mark Mileusnic, NCCI Jacqueline Reeves, Bryn Mawr Capital Management Ethan Shapiro, Saint Andrew’s School David Smail, ADT Corporation Bob Tucker, Boca Raton Police Foundation Ron Wichowski, Dimension Hospitality Van Williams, Palm Beach State College
PROFESSIONAL TEAM
Troy M. McLellan, CCE, FCCP - President & CEO Sarah E. Pearson, IOM - Executive Vice President Damian Baron - Membership Development Associate Alejandra Gonzalez -Events Coordinator Gina Bodorlo - Executive Assistant to the President & CEO and Human Resource Manager Dexter Charles - Finance Manager Alice Elizabeth - Marketing & Communications Manager Mandy Forrester - Foundation Manager, Golden Bell Sherese James - Program Manager, YEA! Jenifer Marquart - Boynton Beach Market Director Kristina Palacios - Office Manager Laurie Pierson - Business Development Manager Marti Soroka - Membership Development Associate Sarah Vielot - Events Manager
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
From Your CEO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Enhancing Community Through Events . . . . . . 4 Shining a Light on Non-Profits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Boynton Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 The Golden Bell Education Foundation . . . 8-9 YEA! Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 New Member Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Referring Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Cover Story with Lindey Harvey . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 Ribbon Cuttings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Young Professionals Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Leadership Boca . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Chamber Anniversaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 New Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-21 Out & About Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 Our Mission
To promote and sustain economic
prosperity in Boca Raton and South Palm Beach County
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Enhancing Community through connection, opportunity and impact.
FROM YOUR PRESIDENT & CEO
As we wrap up 2026, we have an opportunity to reflect on the ways our business community has come together to strengthen our region, support those who serve it, and create a lasting impact for the people who call it home. It is also the perfect time to focus on one of the most meaningful ways the Chamber fulfills its mission: Enhancing Community. Supporting our business community also means investing in the people, organizations, and opportunities that strengthen our region. Through our members, programs, foundations, and partnerships, the Chamber creates opportunities to contribute, lead, and drive progress. Together, these efforts strengthen quality of life and help create a region where people can build successful careers, strong communities, and fulfilling lives. We also provide valuable information and resources that keep our members informed and engaged. Whether we are developing future leaders, strengthening our robust education system, giving back, or advancing shared priorities, our goal is to build a region where businesses and communities thrive together. As your Chamber, we remain focused on supporting the people, organizations, and initiatives that strengthen South Palm Beach & North Broward Counties. Our growing regional presence enables us to bring together businesses, nonprofits, educators, emerging leaders, and community partners to address needs, create opportunities, and invest in our region's future.
President & CEO, Troy M. McLellan
"Supporting our business community also means investing in the people, organizations, and opportunities that strengthen our region."
This issue of Connection highlights the many ways Enhancing Community takes shape across our organization. Turn to page 9 to discover how the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) provides students with mentorship, education, and real-world experience that encourages the next generation of entrepreneurs and community leaders. On page 8, learn more about the Golden Bell Education Foundation and its continued investment in local students and schools. Giving back and bringing people together are also important parts of Enhancing our Community. On page 5, look back at Boca Chamber Festival Days and the businesses and nonprofit organizations that joined forces to raise awareness and funds for meaningful causes throughout our community. Turn to page 16 to see how Leadership Boca continues to develop informed and engaged leaders through firsthand experiences with the people, organizations, and institutions shaping our region. From our Young Professionals and Business Leaders United-Political Action Committee to local partnerships, events, and educational opportunities, the Chamber provides many ways for our members to become informed, engaged, and involved in the region we call home. Our cover story on pages 12–13 features Lindy Harvey, Executive Director of Spirit of Giving, whose work demonstrates the impact that can be created when organizations come together around a shared purpose. Through collaboration and a commitment to serving others, Lindy and Spirit of Giving help connect nonprofits, businesses, and local partners to strengthen their collective impact and better serve those throughout our community. Moving Business Forward,
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Enhancing Community Through Events
Enhancing a community starts by creating opportunities for people to come together. Throughout the year, Boca Regional Chamber events give members a front-row seat to the people, ideas, organizations, and milestones shaping our region. With business leaders, nonprofits, educators, elected officials, and professionals from across industries represented, each event offers a different opportunity to experience what makes our region dynamic. From Membership Breakfasts and Live After Five to Successful Women in Business, PRIME Professionals Over 40, Government Affairs, Young Professionals, ribbon cuttings, and signature events, the Chamber creates a calendar that reflects the many different parts of our business landscape. Some events introduce members to new perspectives, while others celebrate achievements, highlight important initiatives, encourage professional growth, or create space for people to learn more about the region around them.
These gatherings also give local voices a platform. Speakers share their expertise and experiences, nonprofits introduce members to important causes, elected officials provide insight into issues affecting the area, and businesses have opportunities to celebrate growth and milestones alongside their peers. In doing so, Chamber events help members better understand the industries, organizations, and individuals contributing to life across South Florida. Members can step outside their everyday routines and hear perspectives they may not encounter otherwise. Events can shine a light on emerging leaders, recognize established organizations, and introduce new ideas to a broader audience. With more than 300 events annually throughout Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Deerfield Beach, and surrounding areas, there is always another opportunity to learn something new, celebrate local success, or experience a different part of our region. Together, these experiences create a business culture that is informed, engaged, and proud of the place it calls home.
Connect. Engage. Make an impact. Collaboration – Bringing people and organizations together to build relationships, partnerships, and opportunities that strengthen our region.
Impact – Creating opportunities to give back, get involved, and make a meaningful difference throughout our community.
Inspiration – Sharing ideas, experiences, and perspectives that encourage leadership, innovation, and positive change.
Belonging – Creating welcoming spaces where professionals from across our region can connect, participate, and feel part of something bigger. 4 | Connection Magazine
Shining a Light on Non-Profits BCFD: A MEANINGFUL MONTH OF LASTING LOCAL IMPACT
BOCA CHAMBER FESTIVAL DAYS 2026 The 49th Annual Boca Chamber Festival Days have officially wrapped, leaving behind a month filled with purpose, generosity, and impact, all while celebrating and supporting the incredible work of local nonprofit organizations. Throughout August, events brought businesses, nonprofits, and residents together in support of meaningful causes across our region. Community members bowled for bread, tested their knowledge at trivia, showcased local talent, enjoyed happy hours, played casino games, sampled local flavors, and shared memorable experiences, all while making a difference for organizations that serve our neighbors.
Boca Chamber Festival Days puts the spotlight on the nonprofits whose work strengthens our region every day. Creating opportunities for these organizations to share their missions, gain support, and reach new audiences, BCFD helps extend impact beyond the events themselves. When we invest in the nonprofits serving our neighbors, we strengthen the quality of life across our entire region & help build a place where everyone can thrive. Thank you to everyone who showed up and supported Boca Chamber Festival Days. Every attendee, volunteer, partner, and supporter played a role in the success of these events and demonstrated a shared commitment to the organizations working tirelessly to serve others. That support is a powerful reminder of what can be accomplished when we show up for those who dedicate their work to making a difference.
Allegiance Home Health returned as our proud sponsor, helping make another successful year of Festival Days possible. From longtime traditions to new experiences, each event showed the power of businesses and nonprofits coming together with a shared purpose to support those who make our region better. Boca Chamber Festival Days proved once again that giving back is more than a moment. It brings people together, strengthens relationships, and creates meaningful impact that continues long after August ends.
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BOYNTON BEACH ENHANCES COMMUNITY
BUILDING ON WHAT MAKES BOYNTON GREAT
INVESTING IN A SAFER, STRONGER BOYNTON BEACH
The future of Boynton Beach is shaped by the people who choose to participate in it. The Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce, powered by the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce, helps create opportunities for local professionals to become more engaged, informed, and invested in the place where they live and work. Through programs like Business in Boynton, Coffee Plus, Women’s Business Exchange, and Government & Community Affairs, members can exchange ideas, gain valuable knowledge, and become more involved in what is happening throughout the city.
Public safety in Boynton Beach extends beyond responding to emergencies. Through the city’s Law Enforcement Trust Fund, law enforcement efforts are reinvested into youth programs, nonprofits, and community organizations focused on prevention, youth development, and engagement. Programs including the Police Athletic League (PAL) and Explorer Program give officers opportunities to connect with young people through sports, leadership, and education, building trust while providing positive role models. The fund also supports organizations providing mentorship, education, and resources that strengthen neighborhoods. These investments benefit the business community, too. Businesses thrive where employees feel safe and families are engaged. By bringing law enforcement, nonprofits, schools, businesses, and residents together, Boynton Beach is investing in stronger neighborhoods and its future.
That involvement extends beyond Chamber events. By maintaining a presence at Boynton Beach City Commission meetings, the Chamber helps keep members aware of decisions, initiatives, and developments that may shape Boynton Beach’s future. It also gives the business community greater awareness of the issues and opportunities unfolding around them. Throughout the year, the Chamber highlights the businesses, organizations, and individuals making a difference in Boynton Beach. These efforts encourage greater local involvement and recognize the people contributing to the city’s progress. A city’s future is influenced by those willing to contribute their time, ideas, and leadership. By encouraging that involvement, the Chamber helps cultivate a Boynton Beach where people have a meaningful, lasting stake in what comes next.
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Boynton Beach Fire Rescue has also strengthened the community’s public safety infrastructure by achieving an ISO Class 1 rating, the highest classification awarded through the Public Protection Classification program. The recognition reflects performance in emergency communications, staffing, training, equipment, water supply, and community risk reduction. Beyond emergency preparedness, insurers can consider ISO classifications when evaluating fire protection and property insurance rates. For businesses, strong public safety infrastructure supports economic confidence and quality of life. The rating also recognizes the city’s commitment to prevention through hazard identification, public education, and risk reduction. Together, these efforts demonstrate how investments in prevention, preparedness, and community relationships are helping build a safer, stronger Boynton Beach.
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GOLDEN BELL EDUCATION FOUNDATION THE GOLDEN BELL GRANT BREAKFAST 2026 CELEBRATES EDUCATION, COMMUNITY, AND BOCA RATON STUDENTS On Thursday, September 10, 2026, the Boca Regional Chamber hosted its Annual Golden Bell Grant Breakfast, bringing together business leaders, Chamber members, educators, school administrators, donors, sponsors, and grant recipients to celebrate education in Boca Raton’s public schools. This breakfast connects the local business community with the teachers and students shaping Boca Raton’s future.
Jim and Wanda Moran of the Wanda and James M. Moran Jr. Foundation for their $100,000 award. One of the most meaningful moments of the morning came directly from the students themselves. Emily Newson and Edwin Pierre-Louis, fifth-grade students at J.C. Mitchell Elementary School, took the stage and offered a whole-hearted reminder of why the Foundation’s work matters. As the students brilliantly conveyed: “We know that when you choose to invest in us and our schools, you are choosing to invest in us and our future.”
This year the Foundation awarded 59 grants, representing an investment of more than $172,000 in programs supporting business skills, workforce readiness, innovation, and educational opportunities.
These grants are made possible by donors, business partners, sponsors, and underwriters committed to investing in local students. This year's underwriters include: Boca Raton Airport Authority, BrightView Landscapes, CPG Cares, Damian England, Direct Primary Care of Boca, Frank Barbieri, Hab Center, Lynn University, IberJoya Diamonds, MDC Executive Search, Planestocks, R2 Unified Technologies, Research Park at FAU, and West Boca Medical Center. Special gratitude goes to Jim and Marta Batmasian, founders of Investments Limited, for a $10,000 donation, and
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Those words capture the essence of the Golden Bell mission. Every grant gives teachers opportunity to introduce innovative programs, provide hands-
on learning, and give students access to valuable resources.
Together, we’re building a brighter future for Boca Raton—one student at a time. A special thank you to Aastro Roofing for sponsoring this breakfast!
SCHOOLS THAT RECEIVED GRANTS FOR THE 2026 - 2027 YEAR University School K-12 A.D. Henderson University School Elementary Schools Blue Lake Elementary School Boca Raton Elementary School Calusa Elementary School Coral Sunset Elementary School Del Prado Elementary School Hammock Pointe Elementary School J.C. Mitchell Elementary School Sandpiper Shores Elementary School Sunrise Park Elementary School Waters Edge Elementary School Whispering Pines Elementary School K-8 Schools Addison Mizner School Verde K-8 School Middle Schools Boca Raton Community Middle School Don Estridge High Tech Middle School Eagles Landing Middle School Omni Middle School High Schools Boca Raton Community High School FAU High School Olympic Heights High School Spanish River High School West Boca Raton Community High School
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FROM YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS \ COMMUNITY LEADERS TO Empowering the Next Generation through YEA!
Entrepreneurship is one of the most powerful learning experiences teens can have because it teaches lessons that go far beyond the classroom. In our Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) program, we aim to grow teens into the CEOs of tomorrow. When teens create or plan a business, they do more than come up with an idea—they learn how to solve real problems, manage money wisely, communicate confidently, and take responsibility for their choices. Our YEA! program serves like-minded and ambitious teens in grades 6th – 12th with the help of Instructors, Mentors, and Guest Speakers. After completing the YEA! program, graduates can join the Chamber Youth Committee (CYC). Teens should continue being involved in their communities. Being immersed into the Chamber business world can help them become stronger, more prepared, and more responsible adults. When teens combine service with business knowledge, they become better problemsolvers who can create ideas that help people and improve their communities. The CYC President, Maxx Viciedo, is a powerful example of how a teen can turn entrepreneurship, leadership, and community engagement into a force for positive change. Maxx graduated from YEA! with the Class of 2024 and now serves as CYC President, demonstrating how programs like these can help teens grow, mature, and develop their talents. He understands that being involved is important for young people because it gives teens the opportunity to get out, meet locals, and develop necessary interpersonal skills. He states, “While the “gift of gab” may come naturally to some, putting yourself out there and having conversations with different people helps you become a more well-rounded individual and a better conversationalist, skills that can benefit you throughout your life.” Maxx, a 12th grader at Saint Andrew’s School, is currently working on an AI startup called AIYouth, which he hopes to help expand AI literacy among K–12 students. His goal is to help prepare the next generation to understand and responsibly use AI in order to lead and innovate with integrity. For more information on YEA! or the CYC, please contact Sherese James at sjamesgrow@bocachamber.com.
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
New Member Orientation
JULY
Thank You to Our
REFERRING PARTNERS!
The Boca Regional Chamber members listed below referred one or more of their contacts to join, and they did!
Alison Bernstein Simply the Best Digital Jerry Bedell GEM Marketing
AUGUST
Joyce Hunter Florida Printing Group Nuella Joseph Fountain of Dignity Jennifer Kryska Alzheimer’s Community Care Adam Regev Brillify
SEPTEMBER
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Gabe Kutlin Networking Beast
Be Hands-on learning and great role models are a powerful combination. Lynn University helps students find their spark. See how at lynn.edu/Shawn.
Lynn University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call +1 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Lynn University. © 2026 Lynn University. Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy or parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the University Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator at 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431; via email at titleixcoordinator@lynn.edu; by phone at +1 561-237-7727 or to the U.S. Dept. of Education OCR. Email ADA@lynn.edu or call +1 561-237-7580 at least five days before an event to request reasonable accommodations for a disability.
Stronger Together We sat down with Lindy Harvey of Spirit of Giving to discuss the power of collaboration, the role businesses play in strengthening our nonprofit community, and how working together creates a lasting impact throughout our region. Tell us a little about yourself and your role as Executive Director of Spirit of Giving. What drew you to this work, and for those who may not be familiar with Spirit of Giving, what is the organization’s mission and the role it plays in our community? I have called Boca Raton home for more than 30 years, raising my family here and watching our community grow in both business and philanthropy. My years volunteering with local nonprofits showed me firsthand the generosity and collaborative spirit that make this community special. That experience ultimately led me to Spirit of Giving, where we bring together more than 130 nonprofit organizations and connect them with businesses, donors, volunteers and valuable resources. We also lead large-scale collaborative programs such as Back to School PBC!, our Holiday Gift Drive, and the Community Spirit Race. Our role is to strengthen the work of our nonprofit partners and create opportunities for all of us to make a greater collective impact.
Spirit of Giving has a unique perspective because you work alongside so many nonprofit organizations throughout our region. How would you describe the nonprofit community in South Palm Beach County, and what makes this community different from others? Having lived here for more than 30 years and experienced this community as a volunteer, fundraiser, and now nonprofit executive, I believe Palm Beach County is truly unique. Our diverse nonprofits address nearly every aspect of life, often with limited resources, yet they remain incredibly creative and adaptable. What stands out most is their willingness to collaborate, share resources, and support one another to ensure people receive the help they need. Spirit of Giving strengthens that collaboration by creating opportunities for nonprofit leaders to build relationships, learn from one another, and work together toward greater collective impact. 12 | Connection Magazine
That generosity of time, talent and treasure extends well beyond individual donors. We have major corporations, corporate headquarters and local businesses that invest significantly in our community. What role does corporate philanthropy play in strengthening our region? Corporate philanthropy plays an essential role in the strength and quality of life of our region. Beyond financial support, companies bring leadership, expertise, volunteers, relationships, and visibility that strengthen nonprofit work. A strong business community and nonprofit community go hand in hand, helping create a region where people want to live, work, raise their families, and build their businesses.
Are you seeing companies think differently today about what it means to be a good corporate citizen? Absolutely. Companies are looking beyond traditional sponsorships and seeking meaningful ways to make an impact. They want to
COVER STORY
understand the need, see the results of their involvement, and give employees meaningful ways to participate. Employees also want to work for companies whose values align with their own. The most impactful businesses make community engagement part of their culture by building long-term nonprofit relationships and sharing their expertise. This shift creates partnerships that are more authentic, strategic, and valuable to both businesses and nonprofits.
The Boca Regional Chamber focuses heavily on “Enhancing Community.” From your perspective, what unique role does the Chamber play in supporting the nonprofit community and helping organizations like Spirit of Giving be more successful? The Boca Raton Chamber serves as a unique bridge between the business and nonprofit sectors, connecting nonprofits with business leaders, decision-makers, and potential partners. For Spirit of Giving, that network helps us extend those connections across more than 130 nonprofit members. One relationship can open the door to resources, volunteers, and partnerships that ultimately benefit thousands of people throughout our community.
After seeing firsthand how much generosity exists in this community, what still inspires or surprises you about the people and organizations that call this region home? Even after more than 30 years here, I am still inspired by how quickly people come together when there is a need. Our nonprofit professionals bring extraordinary creativity, resilience, and compassion, while businesses and residents generously give their time, talent, and resources. I have loved raising my family here and watching this region grow, and what remains most special is that we have maintained a very real sense of community. People care about their neighbors, businesses care about the region, and our nonprofits care deeply about the people they serve. Despite all that growth, that genuine sense of community remains. That spirit of generosity and collaboration is what drew me to this work, and it is what continues to motivate me every day.
How important is it to create connections between the business and nonprofit sectors? It is essential—and at the heart of what we do at Spirit of Giving. Nonprofits understand community needs firsthand, while businesses bring resources, expertise, leadership, and valuable relationships. Connecting those strengths creates a broader impact. The right partnership can strengthen a nonprofit, expand a program, bring an initiative to life, and help ensure every dollar and volunteer hour goes further.
Beyond simply writing a check, what are some of the most impactful ways companies and their employees can engage with local nonprofits? The most important first step is to ask nonprofits what they actually need. Beyond financial support, businesses can share professional expertise, provide volunteers, serve on boards, donate products or services, and connect organizations with new partners. The greatest impact comes from building genuine, long-term relationships. When a company understands an organization and its mission, it becomes more than a sponsor— it becomes a true community partner.
"Our role is to strengthen the work of our nonprofit partners and create opportunities for all of us to make a greater collective impact."
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More Than a Ribbon Ribbon cuttings are more than a photo opportunity, they’re a chance to celebrate the businesses that make our region thrive. Whether welcoming a new business, marking an expansion, or recognizing a milestone anniversary, each ceremony brings members, local leaders, and the community together. Every ribbon we cut celebrates progress, supports our members, and strengthens the community.
Crazy Uncle Mike's crazyunclemikes.com
Mona Straub monastraubinspires.com
Calusa Veterinary Clinic cvcboca.com
Panda Express pandaexpress.com
Nothing Bundt Cakes nothingbundtcakes.com
Centsible Solutions LLC centsiblesolutionsllc.com
Reflections Therapy Group reflectionscreativetherapies.com
Advanced Audiology of NY advancedaudiologyofny.com
If you would like to schedule your own ribbon cutting, please contact your membership representative.
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UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS OCTOBER 2026 10/2 10/2
PRIME Ribbon Cutting - MDC Executive Search 10/7 Women's Leadership Symposium 10/8 Membership Breakfast 10/9 Ribbon Cutting - Florida Internal Medicine Associates 10/10 2026 Boca Regional Chamber Annual Gala 10/13 New Member Orientation 10/14 Business In Boynton Lunch 10/14 Ribbon Cutting - Alloy Personal Training 10/15 Successful Women In Business Luncheon 10/20 Masterclass 10/20 Young Professionals Mixer 10/21 SHAN 10/21 2026 Platinum Service Awards Presented by Sysco 10/23 Women's Business Exchange 10/27 SMART Talk for Women 10/27 Fall Business Expo 2026
NOVEMBER 2026 11/6 11/6
PRIME Ribbon Cutting - Align Aesthetic Center 11/10 New Member Orientation 11/13 Membership Breakfast 11/11 Business in Boynton Lunch 11/12 Membership Breakfast 11/17 Masterclass 11/17 Young Professionals The Change Collective November Luncheon 11/17 Government & Economic Committee Meeting 11/18 SHAN 11/19 Successful Women In Business Luncheon 11/26 Thanksgiving 11/27 46th Annual Holiday
DECEMBER 2026
12/8
New Member Orientation (New Members Only) 12/9 Business in Boynton Lunch 12/10 Membership Breakfast 12/24 Christmas Eve 12/25 Christmas Day
Auction
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK: BUILDING LEADERS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE This year marked an exciting new chapter for the Chamber’s Young Professionals with the rebrand of PULSE as the Young Professionals Network, creating a refreshed identity for professionals under 40 who want to grow, lead, and make an impact across our region. The new brand officially came to life at a launch party that brought young professionals together to celebrate what is ahead. Beyond the rebrand, Young Professionals Network continues to create influential experiences that give emerging leaders access to people, perspectives, and opportunities that can shape their careers. In September, the group welcomed Boca Raton Mayor Andy Thomson for a special luncheon, where he shared perspective and advice with young professionals building their careers in our region. Through networking, professional development, and conversations with established leaders, Young Professionals Network encourages members to become active participants in the places where they live and work. By helping emerging professionals develop relationships, confidence, and leadership skills, the program is investing in people who will meaningfully influence local businesses, organizations, and civic life for years to come.
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Chamber Anniversaries 22 Years
40 Years
◊ BOCA RATON Magazine - JES Publishing ◊ Dataman Group Direct ◊ C. B. Schwaderer, Inc., Realtors ◊ CBIZ MHM, LLC & Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C. ◊ Embassy Suites By Hilton Boca Raton ◊ Empath Trustbridge Foundation ◊ Florida Power & Light Company ◊ Florida Atlantic University Student Government ◊ Florida Atlantic University ◊ Investments Limited ◊ The Hab Center Boca Raton
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34 Years
16 Years
◊ Lang Realty, Inc. ◊ Plumbing Experts
32 Years
◊ Muriel Siebert & Co., Inc.
31 Years
◊ Salvation Army
30 Years
◊ SCORE - Counselors to America's Small Business ◊ Meyers Properties All-Tag Corporation Kaye Communications, Inc. Southwinds Golf Course Lang Diversified Services
28 Years
◊ Bauman Medical
26 Years
◊ City of Boca Raton
24 Years
20 Years
◊ Frank, Weinberg & Black, P.L.
19 Years
◊ Emerald Transportation Towing ◊ Kiwanis of Boca Raton
18 Years
◊ Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office ◊ Schulz Business ◊ Best Foot Forward ◊ Boca Raton Tribune - Heizer Corp, Inc. ◊ Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine - Florida Atlantic University ◊ Everglades University ◊ Hawk-Eye Management, LLC ◊ Minuteman Press ◊ Women In Distress of Broward County, Inc.
15 Years
◊ RG Cosmetics
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G2techs Mizner Park Nat Steinart and Associates, LLC Delray Beach Open
◊ Boca Helping Hands
14 Years
◊ 4Voice LLC ◊ Gunster ◊ Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County ◊ Modernizing Medicine, Inc. ◊ Truist Bank ◊ Yard House
12 Years
◊ Alliance Association Bank ◊ Boca Raton Bowl
11 Years
◊ ACTS Retirement-Life Communities ◊ Clive Daniel Home ◊ Edgewater at Boca Pointe ◊ Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O'Gara LLC ◊ Protravel International ◊ Olympic Heights Community High School ◊ St. Andrews Estates
10 Years
◊ Alzheimer's Association Southeast Florida Chapter ◊ Caron Treatment Centers ◊ Baptist Health Urgent Care Express ◊ Boca Raton Marriott at Boca Center ◊ Confident Bookkeeping Services ◊ Sonesta Select Boca Raton Town Center
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American Cancer Society AW Property Co. Boca School for Autism Boomers! Boca Raton Boston Proper Camp Bow Wow Jimenez Legal, The Law Firm, P.A Lisa Meade Romero, Independent Sales Director Mary Kay ◊ The Spritz Group
13 Years
◊ Alfa J Services Pest Control ◊ AW Architects
THANK YOU FOR YOUR COMMITMENT TO THE BOCA REGIONAL CHAMBER
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GENERAL MEMBERS 561-Windows 1395 NW 17 Ave Delray Beach, FL 33445 (561) 673-6677 561windows.com Patrick Faber 58 Stars Travel Boca Raton, FL 58starstravel.com Clay Ellisor Acentria Insurance 1607 NW 136th Ave., Suite B-200 Sunrise, FL 33323 (754) 732-4602 Aidan Crossman Acrisure / Auris Payroll Solutions 100 E. Main Street Oklahoma City, OK 73104 (585) 622-2993 auris.io Randy Pumputis Adonai Healing Health Agency 3951 N Haverhill RD West Palm Beach, FL 33417 (561) 360-3799 adonaihealinghealthagency.com Vanessa Jeune 18 | Connection Magazine
Advanced Audiology of NY 7301 W Palmetto Park Rd BOCA RATON, FL 33433 (914) 395-3277 advancedaudiologyofny.com Veronica Gorelik
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Boca Music Academy & Studio 950 Peninsula Corporate Circle Boca Raton, FL 33487 (561) 552-5365 https://musicacademyboca.com Nico Ariza
Align Aesthetic Center 595 S. Federal Hwy Boca Raton, FL 33432 (561) 560-6754 alignaestheticcenter.com/lasers-light Dr. Jonathan Cook All About You Senior Placement Agency 401 E. Las Olas Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (954) 871-4970 Jhoana Carinao Alpha Boca Raton 2200 NW 5th Ave Boca Raton, FL 33431 (615) 972-1499 alpha.school/boca-raton Morgan Petek Nyman American Car Transporters, Inc. 123 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33486 (561) 594-0647 americancartransporters.com Mitch Chencin Androw Joseph/Creative Financial Network 444 W Railroad Ave West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (954) 213-2436 cfnsfl.com Androw Joseph Anume Hypnosis, LLC 22208 Boca Rancho Drive Boca Raton, FL 33428 (954) 830-4747 anumehypnosis.com Belinda Noguera Assisted Living Locators 8362 Vaulting Drive Lake Worth, FL 33467 561-917-0718 assistedlivinglocators.com/fl/boca Greg Altfest Atlatl 1324 Northwest 2nd Circle Boca Raton, FL 33432 (954) 478-6684 withatlatl.com Kyle Ramos Bigger Than Sports Corporation 3601 N. Military Trl. Boca Raton, FL 33431 (412) 290-1096 biggerthansportsco.org Ian Waite
Boca Office Furniture 528 Hillsboro Technology Dr. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 (561) 362-2492 www.bocaofficefurniture.com David Boyce Boca Post 160 W. Camino Real Boca Raton, FL 33432 (561) 577-0725 http://bocapost.com Mike Thomas Bookman Capital 719 SE 4th St Boynton Beach, FL 33435 (561) 503-6122 https://bookmancapital.io/ Warfield Alexandre BridgeMark Services 11952 57th Road North West Palm Beach, FL 33411 (561) 494-4144 https://bridgemarkservices.com/ Ben Stanisclasse Bright Career Branding 9637 Waterview Way Parkland, FL 33076 760-517-6211 www.brightcareerbranding.com Rebecca McCarthy Chapman Insurance Group 4507 SE 16th pl Cape Coral, FL 33904 (239) 205-2012 cigflorida.com Tim Carley Chasity Navarro Event Productions, (561) 861-1212 chasitynavarroevents.com Chasity Navarro CI Management & Consulting LLC 1820 N Corporate Lakes Blvd Weston, FL 33326 (740) 531-0047 www.mgt-consulting.net Giuseppe Faraco Clarity Financial Partners 9135 Pine Springs Drive Boca Raton, FL 33428-1458 (561) 716-2003 yourfinancialclarity.com Seth Weinstein
WELCOME NEW Congregation B'nai Israel 2200 Yamato Road Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 241-8118 ebiboca.org Elyse Kaplan Corporate Technologies L.L.C 4443 Lyons Road Coconut Creek, FL 33073 (561) 634-5276 gocorptech.com Randy Wald DapperTails of Southern Palm Beach County 19879 Dean Drive Boca Raton, FL 33434 561-300-7400 dappertailsmobile.com Gina Nocera Dreamlux 220 NE 11th St. Boca Raton, FL 33432 (540) 214-9519 dreamluxusa.com Jonathan Rauenhorst Dreams Business Resources 8903 Glades Rd BOCA RATON, FL 33434 (561) 248-1557 dreamsbusinessresources. com/?refid=AA2790 Donald Klement Eat Better Live Better 14451 S. Military Trail, Suite 2 Delray Beach, FL 33484 (678) 428-3370 EBLB.org Debra Tendrich Echelon Public Adjusting 7810 Lago Del Mar Boca Raton, FL 33433 (561) 797-8991 facebook.com/ EchelonPublicAdjusting Eli Casper Elite Property Management of Boca Raton 1515 N Federal Hwy, Suite 300 Boca Raton, FL 33432 561-206-2770 elitepropmgt.com Ian Land Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Deerfield Beach Boca Raton 301 Hillsboro Technology Dr Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 (954) 671-5300 marriott.com Angela Bekker Feeding South Florida (Pembroke Pines) 2501 SW 32 Terrace Pembroke Pines, FL 33023 (954) 518-1818 Ext. 1816 feedingsouthflorida.org Tony Hopper
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) 6586 Hypoluxo Rd Lake Worth, FL 33467 (561) 703-9469 Kara Olsen Ferrari of Boca Raton 6403 W Rogers Circle Boca Raton, FL 33487 (561) 878-9030 Jose Yunen Florida's Best Pool Service 333 NE Mizner Blvd Boca Raton, FL 33432-4076 (954) 347-1120 floridasbestpools.com Joe Ford Frank Walker/State Farm 16850 S Jog Rd Delray Beach, FL 33446 (954) 434-2244 frankinsures.com Frank Walker Frontline Waste 7577 Lexington Club Blvd Delray Beach, FL 33446 (212) 579-1781 frontlinewaste.com Rob Steir Genesis Group FL 1708 Costa Del Sol Boca Raton, FL 33432 (516) 729-3906 genesisgroupfl.com Brian Zeidman Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida 6944 Lake Worth Road Lake Worth, FL 33467 (907) 342-9781 gssef.org Kristin Vandagriff Good Night John Boy Delray Beach 33 SE 3rd Avenue Delray Beach, FL 33483 (561) 516-1957 goodnightjb.com/delraybeach Rick Turner Graffeo Technology Services 5550 Glades Roade Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 559-8480 graffeo.us Vincent Graffeo Great Wealth Investments 433 Plaza Real Boca Raton, FL 33432 (347) 375-7100 Johan Rossi GreenSpa USA, LLC 6 NE 1st Avenue Boca Raton, FL 33432 (954) 242-5828 greenspausa.com LUZ ROSADO
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Hardenburgh Plumbing 2385 NW Executive Center Dr Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 968-0000 hardenburghplumbing.com Ted Hardenburgh Hartline Insurance Inc 2884 N Federal Hwy Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 347-2500 agents.allstate.com/jessica-hartlineboca-raton-fl Jessica Hartline Hawkers Asian Street Food 640 E. Atlantic Ave Delray Beach, FL 33483 (561) 485-4111 eathawkers.com/locations/delraybeach Benjamin Combs Hitachi Vantara 333 East Palmetto Park Avenue Boca Raton, FL 33432 (561) 703-7086 hitachivantara.com David Braun Ideas for Action LLC1 10638 Stonebridge Boulevard Boca Raton, FL 33498 (609) 213-1623 ideasforactionllc.com Jean Frankel Israel Franco/Mutual of Omaha 2600 Douglas St. Coral Gables, FL 33134 (305) 343-0082 mutualofomaha.com Israel Franco Ivett Casanova (954) 614-6446 ivettcasanova.com/en/ivettcasanova-4/ Ivett Casanova Jets.com 1441 South Ave Staten Island, NY 10306 (646) 961-4454 jets.com Emanuele Scsrso Juan & Only Catering Services LLC 301 E Broward Blvd Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (305) 705-6772 juanandonly.com Marissa Funk KBI Cleaning Services Inc 9509 Grand Estate Way Boca Raton, FL 33496 (754) 301-1415 kbistaffing.com Yanisley Gantz
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Krissy Rey Design 11331 Island Lakes Lane Boca Raton, FL 33498 (561) 877-1101 krissyreydesign.com Krissy Schwartz KW Realty / Katherine Herin 870 NE 4th Ct Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 (561) 523-7107 katherine.thejabbargroup.com Katherine Herin
Mia The Mental Health & Performance Expert 550 SE 6th Ave Delray Beach, FL 33484 (201) 452-1792 thementalperformanceexpert.com Mia Zambarano
OSIO Aviation Group 1085 NW 18 Ave Boca Raton, FL 33486 (561) 727-0775 osioaviationgroup.com Cassandra Osio- Martin
Michael Liss Law Office 21332 Pagosa Court Boca Raton, FL 33486 (561) 302-8667 Michael Liss
Panda Express 1914 Northeast 5th Avenue Boca Raton, FL 33431 (626) 550-9408 pandaexpress.com Amy Tran
Kyle Plumbing 5 SE 9th St Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 (754) 255-6024 kyleplumbing.com Kevin Couper
Might Performance Therapy 141 NW 20th st. Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 578-1197 mightstrength.com Michael Petrarca
PBP Real Estate, LLC 700 NW 7th Drive Boca Raton, FL 33486 (561) 395-8418 pbprealestate.com Gia Freer
Landscape Workshop 351 SW 136 Ave. Davie, FL 33325 728-228-6215 landscapeworkshop.com Joshua Riley
Mojo AI Services, LLC. 150 E Palmetto Park Rd Boca Raton, FL 33432 (954) 350-1283 mojoaiservices.com Joey Epstein
Piacere Wood Fired Pizza 222 W Yamato Rd Boca Raton, FL 33431 (786) 564-6944 piacerepizza.online Willkar Ochoa
Lawrence Env, LLC 108 W 39th St New York, NY 10018 (888) 222-8177 lgenv.com Scott Smith
Momentum Home Health 4400 N Federal Hwy Suite 120-49 Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 400-0616 momentumhomecare.org Jean Mettelus
Lev Medical 3611 14th Ave., Suite 347 Brooklyn, NY 11218 (201) 310-8854 mdvip.com David Birnbaum
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens 4000 Morikami Park Road Delray Beach, FL 33446 (561) 495-0233 morikami.org Miwako Patton
Marquis MD 660 Glades Rd #460 Boca Raton, FL 33431 (888) 375-1855 marquismd.com Alanna Wigdahl
Neptune Society - Fort Lauderdale 100 NW 70th Ave Plantation, FL 33317 (561) 715-6152 neptunesociety.com/locations/florida/ fort-lauderdale-cremation-1967 Mary-Randolph Scott
Mathurin Financial Group 2600 N Military Trail Boca Raton, FL 33431 (954) 496-2266 mathurinfinancialgroup.com Eric Mathurin Matthews Roofing LLC 131 NW 43rd St Boca Raton, FL 33431 (631) 374-6965 matthewsroofs.com Kevin Matthews Mello Elite Wellness 2234 N. Federal Hwy Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 571-2182 melloelitewellness.com Dr. Paul Mello
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Nothing Bundt Cakes - Delray Beach 420 E Linton Blvd Delray Beach, FL 33483 (561) 973-0170 nothingbundtcakes.com Emily Cornell Orange Movers Inc. 772 NW 57th CT Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 (305) 455-7480 orangemover.com Milovan Jankovic Orea Events LLC. 18527 OCEAN MIST DR BOCA RATON, FL 33498 (336) 644-56219 weddingwire.com Julie Migaud
Pickleball Travel 900 NE 48th Street Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (605) 354-0661 pickleballtravel.com Gary Zins Pricewaterhouse Coopers 15280 Waterleaf Ln Delray Beach, FL 33446 (443) 743-0051 Salman Ali Princeton Asset Management, LLC 621 NW 53rd St Ste 240 Boca Raton, FL 33487 561-800-0041 princetonam.com Adam Falcon ProFresh Boca Raton, Fl. (561) 807-3393 profreshcleaningfl.com Alejandra Benites QuestingHound Technology Partners 3155 SW 10th Street, Suite N Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 (954) 727-2200 questinghound.com Betty Alvarez Reflections Creative Therapies Group 22037 S. State Road 7 Boca Raton, FL 33428 (561) 810-6631 reflectionscreativetherapies.com Cary Franks
WELCOME NEW Restoration Maintenance LLC 4830 NE 12th ave Oakland Park, FL 33334 (954) 281-2155 restomain.com Ian Knight
The Northern Trust Company 3100 N. Military Trail Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 912-4037 northerntrust.com Philip Engman
Rosalia's Botanical Cafe 20423 FL-7., Suite 19 Boca Raton, FL 33498 (201) 873-7771 Sherry Solomov
The Social Arcade 6268 Sample Road, Suite 403 Coral Springs, FL 33067 (754) 206-9615 thesocialarcade.co Angelina Bishop
Sick Economics, (561) 695-1671 sickeconomics.com Dale Hershman South Florida Manufacturers Association (SFMA) 3100 Ray Ferror Jr. Blvd Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314 (954) 941-3558 sfma.org Matt Rocco Specialized Systems Technologies, LLC Boca Raton, (561) 917-0861 specializedsystemstech.com Howard Siegel Staffinity 401 S. County Road West Palm Beach, FL 33480 (561) 222-0382 staffinity.io Brent Sudeck SuperCars.Part 4800 N. Federal Hwy, Suite 200B Boca Raton, FL 33431 (917) 559-7514 supercars.parts Artem Potekhin The Concierge Organizer 17064-6 Boca Club Blvd Boca Raton, FL 33487 (954) 609-4017 theconciergeorganizer.com Amy Skoke The Gowanus Group LLC 55 9th St Brooklyn, NY 11232 (516) 220-2862 thegowanusgroup.com Eitan Ross The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation 6330 North Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 (954) 776-6805 ext144 msfocus.org Michele Austin
The UPS Store 102 NE 2nd St Boca Raton, FL 33432 (561) 393-3231 locations.theupsstore.com/fl/boca Patrick Elie Titan Builders - Impact Windows, Doors, Roofing 718 NW 8th Ave Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311 561-699-5951 TitanBuilders.us John Delgardo Triton Associates 704 NE 20th Lane Boynton Beach, FL 33435 (561) 244-7900 tritonassociates.com Jay Pastorius Vanderbraun Concierge Homecare 6601 Park Of Commerce Blvd Boca Raton, FL 33487 (561) 445-8540 vanderbraun.com Simmy Vanderhoof White Wolf Thinking, LLC 1782 Hammock Way Delray Beach, FL 33445 (561) 332-9891 davidsammel.com David Sammel
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