September 2025 Current Magazine

The Official Publication of the Manatee Chamber of Commerce

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Manatee Young Professionals Building Tomorrow, Today

Advancing connections, mentorship, and collaboration with the Manatee Young Professionals and our new Champions of MYP initiative

2,000 HEARTS. ONE MISSION.

Our Major Milestone in Stroke Risk Reduction Manatee Memorial Hospital is proud to have completed 2,000 WATCHMAN FLX® procedures – placing us among the top 10 hospitals in the nation for this procedure in stroke risk reduction.* For patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib) not caused by a heart valve problem, the WATCHMAN Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Implant may offer: • Reduced risk of stroke • An alternative to lifelong blood thinners • Minimally invasive treatment and quicker recovery

Left to Right: Daniel Friedman, MD, FACC, FHRS, Watchman Program Director | Jagan Akella, MD | Jared Collins, DO | Joseph Pace, MD

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2025 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chair..................................................................................................Stu Henderson, Fawley Bryant Architecture Immediate Past Chair.......................................................... Janelle VanHoose, Esq., Esposito Law Group, P.A. Chair-Elect...................................................................................Justin Phillips, Minuteman Press of Bradenton Treasurer.....................................................................................................Jackie Barron, The Mosaic Company Vice Chair, Membership & Communications................................................................................. Dr. Bill Colgate Vice Chair, Public Policy........................................................................... Eleni Sokos, Oysters Rock Hospitality Vice Chair, Workforce & Community Development............................Jason Bartz, NDC Construction Company

MAILING ADDRESS P.O. Box 321 Bradenton, FL 34206-0321

President | CEO.............................................................. Jacki Dezelski, IOM, Manatee Chamber of Commerce

2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BRADENTON OFFICE 222 10th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205

Bruno Kapacinskas, Southwest Florida Water Management District (Ex Officio)

Mark Barnebey Esq., Blalock Walters, P.A. Mike Bear, DEX Imaging, Inc.

Dr. Brett Kemker, University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee Campus (Ex Officio)

Richard Bedford, REAL Consulting, LLC Charlie Bishop, Manatee County Government (Ex Officio)

LAKEWOOD RANCH OFFICE AT THE MCCLURE CENTER 4215 Concept Ct. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211

Mayor Gene Brown, City of Bradenton (Ex Officio) Carlos Buqueras, SeaPort Manatee (Ex Officio) Nathan Carr, Willis Smith Construction, Inc.

Jonathan Marsh, Home Helpers Home Care of Bradenton

Nick Choat, Sport Clips Haircuts of Bradenton Chad Choate, School Board of Manatee County (Ex Officio)

Phone: 941-748-3411 Fax: 941-745-1877

Annie Clark, Clark Financial Partners Bernitha Copeland, Copeland Full Line Insurance, Inc.

MISSION: To build a positive business environment while enhancing the community’s quality of life.

Joshua Matlock, CareerSource Suncoast (Ex Officio) Ray Morris, Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club Bruce Patneaude, Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy Inc.

Darcie Duncan, Duncan Real Estate, Inc.

Rick Piccolo, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (Ex Officio)

Mark Dunlop, Florida Sleep Specialists

Chris Perkins, SouthState Bank

Joseph Dunn, ABC7-WWSB

Dr. Brittany Pyjas, State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota (Ex Officio)

Chris Edwards, Kona Ice of Manatee County

Dr. Mitchel Ruzek, New College of Florida (Ex Officio)

Tami Goudy, Veritas! Pest Management, LLC

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Melissa Larkin-Skinner, Community Assisted and Supported Living, Inc. (CASL) Brooke Mailloux, The Keyes Company

Kevin Chapman, School District of Manatee County (Ex Officio)

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Commissioner George Kruse, Manatee County Government (Ex Officio)

Andy Guz, Manatee Health

Mayor Dan West, City of Palmetto (Ex Officio)

Sherod Halliburton, Credit Union 1

Michael Willats, Esq., Dinsmore & Shohl LLP

Sharon Hillstrom, Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation

Derek Williams, Drift-In AMI; Fiduciary Shield, LLC; Williams Wealth Management Group, Inc.

Jamie Kahns, Bank of America

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Kaylee Carpentier, Member Events Coordinator........................KayleeC@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 172 Kim Dalglish, IOM, Vice President, Membership................................. KimD@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 121 Jacki Dezelski, IOM, President | CEO............................................JackiD@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 131 Tim Fenimore, Membership Development Representative.............. TimF@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 241 Karla Fernandez, Public Policy & Administrative Coordinator........KarlaF@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 235

The Current magazine is proudly published by CG&B Publishing, LLC of Bradenton.

Tonya Kida, Member Events Manager......................................... TonyaK@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 122 Jocelyn Vedder Greene, Creative Services Manager................JocelynG@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 116 Debbie McDermott, Member Programs Director........................ DebbieM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 117 Carey Miller, Vice President, Operations...................................... CareyM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 113 Liza Minteer, Membership Development Representative................LizaM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 139 Eddie Parmenter, Information Specialist.......................................EddieP@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 100 Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance...........................................CherylR@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 115 Julie Sewell, Information Specialist.................................................JulieS@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 200 Dan Yonko, Marketing & Communications Director........................ DanY@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 275

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from the president Creating a Future That Is Built on a Strong Foundation In each issue of the Current magazine, my goal is to use the "President's message" to highlight the importance of the Manatee Chamber's mission, the critical need for business leadership, and the difference that our members' investment makes. This month's issue - in fact, these two facing pages - are a perfect juxtaposition of how our Chamber has been built by the business community over more than 135 years and how our focus is on the future.

Several years ago, we began honoring members with an incredible 50 years or more of continuous investment in the Manatee Chamber's mission. The "Golden Member" recognitions shared below demonstrate how we serve a diverse membership and, thanks to many decades of strong business and employer leadership, remain relevant to the needs of an expanding business community in our region.

I am fortunate to have been on our Chamber team for 29 years, and, hands down, our members are incredibly talented, generous, and forward-thinking. Year after year, we accomplish new things while recognizing the rock-solid foundation upon which more opportunities are built.

The call for Chamber member volunteers, shared on the next page, highlights one of our many education and workforce initiatives that seek to create an even stronger pipeline of talent for the future. Our members consistently tell us that their employees are their most important asset and that they require an even more qualified and abundant workforce in order to grow. The Chamber's Big Bank Theory program will engage hundreds of members just like you who will commit to a day (or half-day) to volunteer with us to strengthen the financial literacy skills of our future workforce. Please consider joining us to build brighter futures.

And, on the cover of this month's issue, we feature the leaders of our Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) program. Back when I was still a "young professional", this program was a game-changer for me and my peers. It helped me learn new things, hone my leadership skills, grow my network, and have a stronger voice. I hope that you will encourage every young professional in your organization to join MYP. Jacki Dezelski, IOM, President|CEO Manatee Chamber of Commerce

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Goodwill Manasota has been a loyal member of the Manatee Chamber for 50 years. Thank you for your continued investment in the Chamber's mission and your dedication to serving our region.

Boyd Insurance and Investment Services has been a loyal member of the Manatee Chamber for 53 years. We appreciate your continued recognition of the importance of the Chamber's mission and your service to our community.

Honoring 50+ Years of Manatee Chamber Investment

Pictured above are Manatee Chamber Vice President Kim Dalglish, Goodwill President and CEO Donn Githens and Chamber President|CEO Jacki Dezelski.

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Honoring 50+ Years of Manatee Chamber Investment

Pictured back row: Sue Evangelisti, Kristy Terenzio, Nick Zec, Jerilynn Chapin, Jim Boyd, Austin Boyd, Jacki Dezelski, Kayla Baum, Pam Gillette, Russ Dozeman, Savana Clifton. Front row: Bixby Hartley, Summer Clifton, Sarah McAllister.

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education & workforce Volunteers Needed for Big Bank Theory for 2025 - 2026 School Year The Manatee Chamber’s Big Bank Theory program teaches high school seniors the importance of budgeting, saving money, and prioritizing spending decisions. Students are engaged in a handson, real-life financial simulation that introduces them to the realities of personal finances. They gain valuable experience paying bills and making daily decisions that are essential to being a responsible adult. We could use your help!

We Need You It takes hundreds of Chamber member volunteers to successfully execute this program in every Manatee County high school. These students are our future workforce – and your future employees.

The following dates have been finalized, as of print deadline: November 3 & 4 - Bayshore High School November 13 & 14 - Manatee High School November 18 & 19 - Southeast High School December 1 & 2 - Palmetto High School December 9 & 10 - Braden River High School January 15 & 16 - Parrish Community High School January 22 - Team Success January 29 & 30 - Lakewood Ranch High School School dates, as they become available, will be updated on our website at ManateeChamber.com/BigBank.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Carey Miller at CareyM@ManateeChamber.com. Full-day and half-day volunteer slots are available, and we promise to make it easy and fun for all involved.

Big Bank Volunteer Orientation Dates October 7 at 4:00 PM - Manatee Chamber Bradenton Office October 30 at 8:00 AM - Manatee Chamber Bradenton Office November 17 at 1:30 PM - via Zoom Sponsorships are available, offering great visibility for your business.

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Big Bank Theory volunteers visit Manatee County schools to guide hands-on activities designed to teach high school seniors about financial literacy.

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2025-2026 Leadership Manatee Class Announced The Board of Governors of Leadership Manatee is pleased to announce the selection of the 2025-2026 class. Leadership Manatee, a program of the Manatee Chamber Foundation in partnership with Bradenton Kiwanis, is designed to expose business and community leaders to the opportunities and challenges facing Manatee County while honing their leadership skills to make a difference in our community. Congratulations to the 42nd Leadership Manatee Class!

Andi Adams, Oysters Rock Hospitality John Agnelli, Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County Lisa Bell, Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Michael Bragano, Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC James Cardwell II, Turning Points Dan Carroll, Pittsburgh Pirates Jamara Clark, School District of Manatee County Jessica Crawford, Esposito Law Group, P.A. Amariah Dawes, Johnson Messal Bristow PLLC Zachary Earles, Express Employment Professionals Ivy Edme Etienne, Bank OZK Alex Emrich, Bradenton Police Department Adriana Garcia, IMG Academy Stephanie Garrison, Manatee County Government – Government Relations April Green, Duncan Real Estate, Inc. Beronica Johnson, Avenue941 Brad Johnson, Manatee County Sheriff's Office Aarti Lalwani, MCR Health Rachel Layton, Manatee County Government – Development Services Chris Lepper, Willis Smith Construction, Inc. Yanet Lopez, Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation Kate Massey, IMG Academy Foundation

Melissa McLin, Blue Collar Roofing Brian Miller, SouthState Bank Cara Misiewicz, Office of U.S. Representative Vern Buchanan Kaveecia Moore, Manatee County Habitat for Humanity Matt Myers, Manatee County Government – Emergency Management Trish Rand, State College of Florida – Academic & Faculty Affairs Katie Reeves, Pace Center for Girls Ben Rigney, West Manatee Fire and Rescue District Juan Pablo Salas, UnidosNow Crystal Scherer, Manatee County Government – Sports & Leisure Mac Schmitz, Manatee Community Foundation Dannie Sherrill, Sherrill Wealth Management Brian Slator, Fawley Bryant Architecture John Taylor, Ralph Taylor’s Nurseries Josh Tomlinson, McIntyre Elwell & Strammer General Contractors Jordan Touro, NDC Construction Company Danielle Vieira, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota Reese Vita, The Milestone Financial Group at Morgan Stanley Edyta Votour, The Bank of Tampa Christina Witt, CareerSource Suncoast Dan Yonko, Manatee Chamber of Commerce Haley Yursky-Fischer, State College of Florida – Student CARE Services Kalee Zavela, Town of Longboat Key

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Visit ManateeChamber.com/Travel or contact Carey Miller at 941-748-4842, ext. 113 for more information.

AWARD-WINNING HEALTHCARE STARTS HERE Congratulations to Our Champions of Healthcare!

We proudly celebrate the outstanding work of those who have gone above and beyond in advancing the health and well-being of our community.

Every year, the Manatee Chamber of Commerce’s Champions of Healthcare Awards recognize the work of those whose unwavering commitment and compassion make a lasting impact on the well-being of Manatee County. This year, we are proud to honor three remarkable winners who embody the missionof Manatee Health.

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myp manatee young professionals MYP Upcoming Events Social

Thursday, September 18 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM Good Liquid Brewing Company 8980 US Hwy 301 N. #138, Parrish

Raise a glass and make new connections during an evening of great brews, lively conversation, and relaxed networking with fellow young professionals. With four area locations Good Liquid offers something for everyone including fun daily themes, weekly trivia nights, lake front dining, weekend brunch, a retail store, and a beer wall.

Free for MYP Members | $20 Future MYP Members

Lunch

Thursday, September 30 | 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM enRich Bistro

5239 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton

Crystal Scherer, Brooke Mailloux, and Cassie White enjoy the view at Nathan Benderson Park following the June MYP lunch.

Discover how local economic development shapes your future at this luncheon featuring Sharon Hillstrom, President & CEO of the Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation (EDC).

Learn how the EDC works to attract and retain businesses, create quality jobs, and strengthen our region’s economy. Sharon will also share insights into how the EDC’s work impacts young professionals—both now and in shaping the future of our community. $25 for MYP Members | $35 Future MYP Members

Community Service Project

Saturday, October 4 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Desoto Boys & Girls Club 5236 30th St. W., Bradenton

Team up with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast for a fun and meaningful day with local Littles at the Boys & Girls Club who are currently waiting to be matched with a Big. MYP volunteers will connect with these awesome kids through games, activities, and Halloween-themed fun—think pumpkins, crafts, and plenty of smiles!

This is a one-day, no-pressure opportunity to show up, hang out, and make a child’s day brighter. Give a Little their moment to shine, experience what being a Big is all about, and build connections with fellow community-minded professionals.

MYP members tour Big Top Brewers Collective and learned about their brewing process.

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Leadership with Vision The Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) program has been connecting, developing, and empowering young leaders since 1999. In recent years, that mission has gained fresh momentum - with updated programming, stronger Chamber partnerships, and a renewed focus on building longterm community impact.

The MYP Leadership Committee, led in 2025 by Chair Brooke Mailloux, The Keyes Company, guides the program’s direction, taking a big-picture approach to setting priorities, shaping events, and advocating for issues that make Manatee County a place where young professionals want to live, work, and stay. Their leadership ensures MYP remains both innovative and influential.

Encouraging MYP participation, offering new opportunities, and fostering connections for young professionals is one of the Chamber’s key leadership initiatives to attract and retain top talent in the region. To further champion growth and connection, Immediate Past Chair Cassie White, Terry Mortgage Team, introduced new programming such as behind-the-scenes tours and creative networking formats like the Minute Mixer Lunch.

MYP members and leaders packed the January Coffee & Conversation for the first Champions of MYP event, joined by the Chamber’s Executive Committee, MYP Sponsors, and Chamber Ambassadors.

This year’s Young Professional of the Year and 2026 Incoming MYP Chair Kellie Spring, SERVPRO of Bradenton, understands the value of community involvement - a principle instilled by her family. She is excited to build on the momentum created by Brooke, Cassie, and past Chairs, while continuing MYP’s recent growth.

Expanding Opportunities - Champions of MYP Last year, MYP launched the MYP Mentor Program, pairing young professionals with experienced members for guidance, networking support, and leadership insight. What began as a pilot program has already produced meaningful cross-industry connections, and it’s still in its early stages.

This year’s debut of the Champions of MYP initiative further expands members’ access to mentorship, visibility, and engagement across the Chamber. Through collaboration between MYP sponsors, the Chamber’s Executive Committee, and area business leaders, these champions are opening new doors, encouraging involvement, and providing direct access to leadership - aligning perfectly with the Chamber’s broader leadership initiatives.

For highlights from recent Champions of MYP events, see the photos to the left.

At the August Social, Chamber Committee Chairs and MYP members made new connections, shared opportunities for service, and encouraged future involvement.

Get Your Young Professionals Involved If your company has emerging leaders, give them the tools, connections, and opportunities they need to thrive - and help keep top talent in Manatee County.

Don’t just grow your career, help shape the future of Manatee County.

Connect with peers, learn from mentors, and make an impact through MYP. Call Debbie McDermott at 941-748-4842 ext. 117 or visit MYPonline.com.

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Manatee Young Professionals Building Tomorrow, Today

On the Cover: The Manatee Young Professionals Leadership Committee is building the future with fresh ideas, stronger connections, and bold partnerships — including this year’s Champions of MYP initiative with Chamber leadership. Together, they’re creating new opportunities for young professionals and strengthening the pipeline of talent for our region.

Pictured on the cover: (top row) Bixby Hartley, Kellie Spring, Aubrie Stevens-Polson, and Shawn Osborne; (bottom row) Melissa Munker, Justin Phillips, Brooke Mailloux, Haley Yursky-Fischer, and Cassie White.

(Not pictured Molly White)

Advancing connections, mentorship, and collaboration with the Manatee Young Professionals and our new Champions of MYP initiative

Thank you to Carol Danisi, Director of Catering and Events, with the Palmetto Marriott Resort and Spa for providing the stunning photo location.

Join Us for Our Member Appreciation Cookout Friday, November 7 | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Manatee Chamber Lakewood Ranch Office at the McClure Center 4215 Concept Ct., Lakewood Ranch

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seminars How to Do Business with Local Government Are you interested in selling your products or services to local government agencies but aren’t sure where to start?

This is a must-attend for small businesses looking to expand into government contracting - reserve your seat today!

Join us for a powerful panel discussion featuring representatives from local government and educational institutions to learn about their purchasing process.

What You’ll Learn:

Our panel will include representatives from: • City of Bradenton

• How to register as a vendor with various local entities • What types of goods and services government agencies typically purchase • How and where to find open bids and RFPs

• Manatee County Government

• Tips to strengthen your proposals and navigate procurement policies

• School District of Manatee County

• How to access opportunities for minority- and women-owned businesses

• SeaPort Manatee • State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota Whether you're a contractor, consultant, supplier, or service provider, this seminar will equip you with practical tools and insider knowledge to help you grow your business through public-sector work.

Thursday September 4 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Manatee Chamber | Bradenton Office Air & Energy Board Room

Access to Capital: Funding Options for Small Businesses

Presented by: Credit Union 1, Small Business Development Council (SBDC), SCORE Manasota Discover real-world funding solutions designed to help small businesses at every stage, from startup to growth, by learning how to identify and secure the right type of capital.

Our expert panelists will demystify the funding process by walking you through the steps to prepare for loan applications, strengthen your financial standing, and improve your chances of approval.

This seminar will ensure you leave with clarity, confidence, and actionable advice.

Key Takeaways: • A clear understanding of the different types of small business funding options (loans, lines of credit, microloans, and alternative financing).

• What lenders look for when evaluating a business for financing, including credit readiness, financial statements, and business plans.

• Free resources available to local businesses to help strengthen loan applications, improve credit worthiness, and plan for sustainable growth.

• Tips for building strong banking relationships that support long-tern financial success.

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Reserve Your Seat by going to ManateeChamber.com/Events $30 Chamber & MYP Members | $45 Future Members & Guests Contact: Kristen Brusco 941-748-4842, ext. 130 or KristenB@ManateeChamber.com Current September 2025 | Manatee Chamber of Commerce

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networking events Join fellow Chamber members for an evening of networking, complimentary drinks, light bites, and door prizes. These events are a great way to connect and engage with fellow Chamber members to build valuable business connections.

Start your morning off meeting and engaging with fellow Chamber members to build valuable business connections.

Enjoy great networking, complimentary breakfast bites, beverages, and fun door prizes.

Tuesday, September 9

Thursday, September 25

MIDFLORIDA Credit Union

Dill Dinkers Pickleball

4:30 - 6:30 PM

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8:00 - 9:30 AM

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Tuesday, October 14

Thursday, October 23

Town Square at University Parkway

Boys & Girls Club, Desoto Branch

4:30 - 6:30 PM

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8:00 - 9:30 AM

5236 30th St. W., Bradenton

Registration Requested | FREE Chamber Members | $25 Future Members

ManateeChamber.com/Events or Kaylee Carpentier | 941-748-4842, ext. 172 | KayleeC@ManateeChamber.com EXHIBITORS / LIGHT BITES / QUALITY NETWORKING / ENTERTAINMENT / DOOR PRIZES / GRAND PRIZE DRAWING / CASH BAR PRESENTING SPONSOR:

Thursday, November 13 | 4:00 - 7:00 PM LECOM Park | 1611 9th St. W. | Bradenton

$5 Pre-Purchased Tickets | $10 at the Door | Free Parking

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One Connection Can Make the Difference!

Enjoy a tasty meal, promote your business, and make great connections. Limited to 40 attendees (one per company). Plan to give a one-minute commercial on your business. Register early as these events always sell out!

POWER CONNECTION LUNCH 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Wednesday, September 3 Hilton Garden Inn

8270 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota

Wednesday, September 17 Del Taco

New to the Chamber or need to brush up on your member benefits?

Learn more about the Manatee Chamber, meet the staff, and let us help you take full advantage of your membership.

Tuesday, September 25 | 3:00 - 4:30 PM Manatee Chamber | Bradenton Office

Tuesday, October 30 | 3:00 – 4:30 PM

Manatee Chamber | Lakewood Ranch Office SPONSORED BY:

Registration Required FREE for Members

ManateeChamber.com/Events or Contact Kristen Brusco 941-748-4842, ext. 130 | KristenB@ManateeChamber.com

5423 14th St. W., Bradenton

Wednesday, October 1 Scarpino's Classic Italian 6152 14th St. W., Bradenton

Wednesday, October 15 Courtyard by Marriott

8305 Tourist Center Dr., University Park

Registration Required Cost to Attend: $25

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THINK LOCAL. THINK CHAMBER. SHOP • DINE • SPEND • ENJOY

941-778-0773 • AirandEnergy.biz

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JUNE

coffee club We are thankful to partner with the Manatee Chamber and Rosedale Golf & Country Club to host this event.

Peace River Electric Cooperative started in 1940 by local residents who wanted to provide themselves with electricity. At that time, no investor-owned electric utility would serve sparsely populated rural areas since it would reduce their profits. Over 85 years later, our service area is now divided into 9 geographic districts, extending from Ruskin on Florida’s west coast to near Vero Beach on the state’s eastern shore. We service more than 70,000 homes and businesses in central Florida. Peace River Electric Cooperative maintains approximately 4,200 miles of overhead and underground power lines and have offices in Bradenton, Wauchula, and Indian Lakes. We currently have approximately 125 employees.

Peace River Electric Cooperative takes pride in partnering with the Manatee Chamber and giving back through scholarships, charitable donations, and more. Thank you to all who attended Coffee Club. We look forward to continuing our commitment to serving our community.

PEACE RIVER ELECTRIC CO-OP, INC. 14505 Arbor Green Trail, Lakewood Ranch 863-767-4654 | preco.coop

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coffee club Our July Coffee Club & Non-Profit Showcase was a tremendous success as we enjoyed a morning filled with community connection, collaboration, and inspiration. We were thrilled to welcome over 200 attendees who came together to network, enjoy light breakfast bites and coffee, and most importantly, support and learn about the incredible work being done by our local non-profit community. This year, we proudly showcased 32 non-profit organizations, each sharing their mission, volunteer opportunities, and ways our members can support or get involved.

This special event highlights the heart of our community and the many charitable organizations that are making a lasting impact every day. A heartfelt thank you to the Manatee River Fair Association for allowing us to use their beautiful event space.

Your support helped make this event even more meaningful. We’re grateful to all who attended and contributed to the vibrant energy of the morning. We look forward to continuing to support our non-profit community and providing our members with opportunities to engage, give back, and grow together.

NON-PROFIT SHOWCASE AT MANATEE FAIRGROUNDS 1402 14th Ave. W., Palmetto 941-722-1639 | manateecountyfair.com

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business after hours The Humane Society of Manatee County (HSMC) continues to expand our services to serve animals in need in our community. Our 10,000 sq. ft. Veterinary Clinic offers low cost spay/neuter (free if qualified), wellness, x-rays, state-of-the-art dental procedures and is proud to announce our latest service: dermatology. The goal is to find the root cause of skin issues and treat to eliminate, not just mask, the symptoms. All of these services are offered at low to moderate cost to pet owners.

The Second Chance Adoption Center finds homes for more than 600 dogs and cats annually. Many of these animals have medical conditions that other area shelters are not able to or willing to treat. The dogs and cats in the shelter are cared for until they are adopted, no matter what the time period may be. In addition, more than 1,500 lbs. of food are distributed monthly through our Pet Food Pantry, helping those financially challenged owners with pet food so they do not have to surrender their four-legged family members.

We are grateful to our donors, volunteers and grantors, whose support allows us to care for the thousands of owned and homeless dogs and cats that come through our doors every year.

Thank you, Manatee Chamber members, for taking time out of your busy schedules to stop at the Business After Hours event. We love hosting this event to showcase the continued expansion of our HSMC campus made possible by the amazing support of our community. You, the members, are such an important part of this community and we are so proud to be members of the Manatee Chamber.

Rick Yocum, CNE / Executive Director, Humane Society of Manatee County

HUMANE SOCIETY OF MANATEE COUNTY 2515 14th St. W., Bradenton 941-727-6944 | humanemanatee.org

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business after hours The Turning Points team of staff and volunteers was honored to host the Manatee Chamber’s July Business After Hours. Thank you for spending the evening with us, exploring our campus, and learning more about our mission. Your thoughtful questions and encouraging words meant a lot—and we hope it’s just the beginning of a deeper partnership.

Your presence reminded us that this work doesn’t happen in isolation. Every shower, medical visit, or moment of relief we provide is made possible by a community that believes in second chances, stability, and dignity. When local businesses like yours engage with our mission, families facing crisis find support they never knew existed— and often, a path forward they didn’t think was possible.

Contact Margi Dawson at mdawson@tpmanatee.org to RSVP or schedule a private tour. We’d love to see you again.

If you're interested in volunteering or setting up a donation drive please contact Carolyn at cnielsen@tpmanatee.org.

Thank you again for your time, your interest, and your support!

TURNING POINTS 701 17th Ave. W., Bradenton 941-747-1509 | tpmanatee.org

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Animal ER of University Park Grand Opening 8237 Cooper Creek Blvd.

Bradenton, FL 34201 941-355-2884 animalerofuniversitypark.com

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Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier Renovation 200 Bridge St. Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 941-778-2662 oysterbar.net

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Ballerz Pinball Cafe Grand Opening 412 12th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 844-272-2339 ballerzpinballcafe.com

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B & I Contractors Grand Opening 7805 24th Ct. E. Sarasota, FL 34243 239-332-2626

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Dream Wave Media LLC Grand Opening 941-914-4711 dwmsrq.com

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Ellenton CPA LLC Grand Opening 417 8th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 941-345-1682 ellentoncpa.com

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Ebitda Business Advisors, Inc. Grand Opening 1201 6th Ave. W., Ste. 100 Bradenton, FL 34205 941-259-2600 ebitdabusinessadvisors.com

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Extended Stay America Premier Suites Grand Opening 4550 53rd Ave. E. Bradenton, FL 34203 941-253-0405 extendedstayamerica.com

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Good Liquid Brewing Company Grand Opening 1008 4th Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 941-213-4633 goodliquid.com

CELEBRATING LOCAL BUSINESSES | TO CELEBRATE A RIBBON CUTTING Please contact Kristen Brusco at 941-748-4842, ext. 130 | KristenB@ManateeChamber.com

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Kessler Spine & Rehab Renovation 3633 Cortez Rd. W., Ste. A9, A10 Bradenton, FL 34210 941-877-0317 fl-accidentdocs.com

Liberty Savings Bank – Lakewood Ranch Grand Opening 6230 University Pkwy., Ste. 101 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240 941-867-2265 libertysavingsbank.com

Longhorn Steakhouse Grand Opening 7185 SR 64 E. Bradenton, FL 34212 941-527-0015 longhornsteakhouse.com

Macon-A-Difference Grand Opening 727-396-1584 macondifference.com

Manatee Garage Door Repair Grand Opening 941-201-7815 manateegaragedoor.com

Grand Opening 3115 18th Ct. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 941-587-5678 helptohome.org

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Mesaesthetics & Wellness, LLC Grand Opening 3645 Cortez Rd. W., Ste. 110 Bradenton, FL 34210 941-251-0600 mesaesthetics.com

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MIDFLORIDA Credit Union – Manatee Ave. Grand Opening 5905 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34209 midflorida.com 941-357-1992

Nine20 Manatee Apartments Grand Opening 920 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 941-920-1164 nine20manatee.com

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Pork Belly’s Eatery & Catering Co. Grand Opening 9516 Cortez Rd. Bradenton, FL 34210 941-216-4119 porkbellyseatery.com

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Pork Roll Pete’s Grand Opening 4657 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton, FL 34210 941-896-3333 porkrollpetes.com

Premiere Collection Grand Opening 515 9th St. E., Ste. 201 Bradenton, FL 34208 941-799-0683 premiere-collection.com

Rooster Roofing Grand Opening 1858 Ringling Blvd., Ste. 200 Sarasota, FL 34236 941-724-9355 roosterroofingnow.com

Saint Stephen's Episcopal School Dr. Janet S. Pullen STEAM Center Expansion 315 41st St. W. Bradenton, FL 34209 941-746-2121 saintstephens.org

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Quantum Wellness Center Sarasota LLC Grand Opening 1 S. School Ave., 5th Floor Sarasota, FL 34237 941-613-5097 sarasotaquantumwellness.com

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Smoothie King – Heritage Green Grand Opening 8546 Heritage Green Way Bradenton, FL 34212 800-577-4200 smoothieking.com

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Sparkle Squad of Sarasota-Bradenton Grand Opening 941-415-0012 sparklesquad.com/bradenton-fl

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Stafford at Artisan Lakes Grand Opening 6210 Terra Lago Cir. Palmetto, FL 34221 941-479-4973 liveatstafford.com

member news Ad-VANCE Talent Solutions, Inc. welcomes Wendy Dees to the team.

Blalock Walters congratulates Mark P.

Barnebey, Charles F. Johnson III, Fred E. Moore, Matthew R. Plummer, William C. Robinson, Jr., Scott E. Rudacille, Jenifer Schembri, and Clifford L. Walters III for being recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 list.

Bradenton

Kiwanis Club was recognized as Florida's Club of the Year.

Clerk of Circuit Court Manatee County is proud to congratulate Jennifer

Linzy, APR, CPRC on becoming a certified PR counselor.

Lakewood Ranch has once again

earned the No. 1 spot in the nation as the top-selling multigenerational masterplanned community in the country.

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

was named a Blue Distinction® Center for Spine Surgery and Knee and Hip Replacements for 2025 and has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2025.

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congratulates Marcus & Team for making the INC5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America for the second year in a row.

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announces that Manatee County EMS was recently awarded the “Mission: Lifeline EMS” Gold achievement award, the highest level awarded by the American Heart Association’s program.

Manatee Health is excited to share

that the ER at Bayshore Gardens has been recognized by the American Heart Association with the Get with The Guidelines - Coronary Artery Disease STEMI Referring Center Bronze Award.

They have also names Judy Young, MBA, BSN, RN, as the new Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).

Manatee Performing Arts Center

broke ground on Sara's Studios, a 31,000 sq. ft. performing arts conservatory that will provide space for arts education, workshops, rehearsal, and will serve as the permanent home of The Pops

Orchestra Sarasota.

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honored Maura Howl, Supervisor of Communications & Grants Management with the 2025 FACTE Lifetime Achievement Award. Doug Wagner, Director of MTC was inducted into the 2025 FACTE Hall of Fame.

Palma Sola Botanical Park selected Kristin Mead, Bill Steeves, and Karen Paul as the 2024-2025 Volunteers of the Year for their outstanding dedication to the park.

Riddell Law Group is happy to announce Cynthia Riddell has achieved Board Certification in Real Estate Law by the Florida Bar. The Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority (SMAA) is pleased to

announce the unanimous selection of Paul Hoback Jr. as the incoming President and Chief Executive Officer for Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) Fire Department has been upgraded to Advanced Life Support (ALS) for Enhanced Emergency Medical Care.

SeaPort

Manatee congratulates Virginia Zimmermann, APR on earning her Accreditation in Public Relations.

Smiley Pool Services congratulates Sheila Smillie, who obtained her Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification, and Cameron Smillie, who obtained his OSHA 10 certification.

St. Joseph Catholic School is excited to welcome Dr. Tom Noonan as Principal.

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Sweet Hut Bakery Grand Opening 419 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton, FL 34207 941-216-3630 sweethutbakery.com

Tranquil Oasis Skin & Lash, LLC Grand Opening 1850 Rye Rd. Bradenton, FL 34212 303-591-1970 tranquiloasisskinandlash.com

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welcome new members 911 Rescue Ready 911rescueready.com (586) 365-8324 First Aid Training

Bravo Cleaning Services, LLC bravocleanllc.com (941) 292-8055 Cleaning - Commercial or Residential

Adkins Building and Construction 512 36th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 AdkinsBuilt.com (941) 200-3701 Contractors, Builders and Developers

Bring on the Ministry Inc. Bringontheministry.com (330) 333-9873 Non-Profit Organizations

Affordable Home Improvement and Remodeling affhomeimprovementllc.com (941) 209-9429 Remodeling, Home Repair and Improvements All Event Rental and Design 2211 Industrial Blvd .Sarasota, FL 34231 AllEventRental.com (941) 894-3406 Party, Tent, and Event Rentals All U Need Pest Control Inc 3015 62nd Ave. E. Bradenton, FL 34203 alluneedpest.com (888) 239-2847 Pest Control Services As One Claim Consulting asonecc.com (813) 422-1438 Consulting Services Atwell, LLC 8725 Pendery Pl. Ste. 101 Bradenton, FL 34201 atwell.com (941) 350-2994 Engineering and Design Services Ballerz Pinball Cafe 412 12th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 ballerzpinballcafe.com (844) 272-2339 Activities and Amusements Betterment Mental Health Counseling, Inc. 1303-A 10th St. E. Palmetto, FL 34221 bmhci.com (941) 800-4924 Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Beyond the Glow Mobile Spa 7210 Manatee Ave. Ste. 1025 Bradenton, FL 34209 BAMobilespa.com (678) 361-0222 Salon and Spa Services The Blake at Bradenton 6410 21st Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34209 theblakeatbradenton.com (941) 263-7016 Apartments and Home Rentals

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Calista Homes 8130 Lakewood Main St. Ste. 103 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 calista.net (941) 667-4500 Remodeling, Home Repair and Improvements Christine Leman (262) 945-2763 Individual Members Dennis Hernandez Injury Attorneys 1400 4th Ave. W. Bradenton, Florida 34205 dennishernandez.com/bradentoninjury-attorney (855) 529-3366 Attorneys Desired Clean Solutions desiredcleansolutions.com (941) 367-0956 Cleaning - Commercial or Residential Diane's Allstar Insurance Agency of Florida, Inc 1021 Carlton Arms Blvd.

Bradenton, FL 34208 dianesallstarinsurance.com (941) 745-3669 Insurance Dream Wave Media LLC dwmsrq.com (941) 914-4711 Media Dwayne & Cindy Denison (941) 725-3070 Individual Members East County Internal Medicine, PA 11009 Gatewood Dr. Ste. 104 Bradenton, FL 34211 EastCountyIM.com (941) 727-7771 Health and Wellness Edward Jones - Tyler Ochs 6975 Prodessinal Pkwy. E. Ste. A Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240 edwardjones.com/tyler-ochs (941) 355-0932 Financial Planning and Services Ellenton CPA LLC 417 8th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 ellentoncpa.com (941) 345-1682 Accounting, Bookkeeping and Tax Services

Ely Digital Marketing elydigitalmarketing.com (954) 304-2165 Internet Marketing and Search Engine Optimization ETD Solar & Electrical Services 6008 30th Ave. Dr. E. Palmetto, FL 34221 etdelectricalservices.com (941) 803-6496 Solar Contractors First Watch - Cortez 1520 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton, FL 34207 firstwatch.com (941) 254-3132 Restaurants FiveOne 1201 6th Ave. W. Ste. 100 #751 Bradenton, FL 34205 fiveonedevelopment.com (941) 233-5151 Web Design and Development Flamingo Bay Brewing Co. 1910 Tamiami Trl. Bradenton, FL 34205 flamingobaybrewingco.com (941) 213-9646 Breweries Floor Coverings International of Bradenton 1957 Barber Rd. Sarsota, FL 34240 fcibradenton.com (941) 444-5627 Floor Coverings, Carpet, Hardwood Floors Freedom to Walk Foundation freedomtowalkfoundation.org (813) 546-2329 Non-Profit Organizations Gateway Subs 2215 60th Ave. E. Ellenton, FL 34222 gatewaysubs.com (941) 212-6661 Restaurants GB Collects 110540 Portal Crossing Ste. 111/112 Bradenton, FL 34211 gbcollects.com (888) 688-5700 Financial Planning and Services Give Me a Smile Pediatric Dentistry 6305 Initiative Blvd. Ste. 112 Sarasota, FL 34240 givemeasmile.net (941) 529-0331 Dentists

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Gnarly Mangrove Designs LLC gnarlymangrove.com (941) 812-7253 Laser Engraving Good Liquid Brewing Company, Parrish 8980 US 301 N. #138 Parrish, FL 34219 goodliquid.com (941) 205-0960 Restaurants Gulfside Community Bank 2870 Height St. Sarasota, FL 34240 gulfsidebank.com (941) 313-8108 Financial Planning and Services Heartsavers of Manatee, LLC heartsaversofmanatee.com (941) 299-8855 First Aid Training HitLab Palmetto LLC 1750 14th Ave. E. Palmetto, FL 34221 hitlabpalmetto.com (941) 730-4245 Sports and Recreation Home-Tech of Sarasota and Manatee 5205 Lena Rd. Bradenton, FL 34211 home-tech.com (941) 355-5363 Appliance Repair House Doctors of East Tampa housedoctors.com/east-tampa (813) 358-7131 Handyman - Home Improvement Island Kitchen & Baths 1878 59th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34207 ikbcabinets.com (941) 705-4848 Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Ivy Foundation, Incorporated 3015 38th Ter. E. Bradenton, FL 34208 ivyfoundationmtesrq.org (941) 928-8970 Non-Profit Organizations J L Bainbridge & Co 1582 Main St. Sarasota, FL 34236 jlbainbridge.com (941) 296-7212 Financial Planning and Services Janet Robinson (941) 993-0895 Individual Members JD Wms Diversity Group jdwmsdiversitygroup.com (941) 323-6468 Business Consultants and Coaches

Junk R Us junkrusfl.com (941) 415-3004 Junk Removal

Live Tampa Bay 200 Central Ave. Ste. 506 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 livetampabay.org (813) 853-6266 Just'in Time Professional Solutions, Non-Profit Organizations LLC Longhorn Steakhouse facebook.com/profile.

7185 SR 64 E. php?id=61576981191981# Bradenton, FL 34212 (419) 439-7827 longhornsteakhouse.com Handyman - Home Improvement (941) 527-0015 Restaurants Kathy Finnerty (716) 225-5738 Look Cycle USA, Inc. Individual Members 3125 Lakewood Ranch Dr. Ste. 108 Bradenton, FL 34211 Kern & Gilder Construction, Inc 1878 59th St. W. lookcycle.com Bradenton, FL 34209 (941) 896-2080 Bicycles and e-Bikes annamariacontractor.com (941) 778-1115 Contractors, Builders and Developers Lumalend Home Loans Inc. 5109 Rocky Coast Pl. Palmetto, FL 34221 Kevin & Julie Greene (720) 470-4784 lumalend.com Individual Members (303) 532-7894 Mortgages and Brokers Kids Castle Learning Center 202 3rd Ave E. Manatee Junk Bros Bradenton, FL 34208 4853 Sabal Harbour Dr. Bradenton, FL 34203 mykclc.com (941) 201-6799 manateejunkbros.com Day Care Services (941) 354-5865 Junk Removal Lakewood Ranch Medical Group General Surgery Mosquito Squad of Bradenton 6310 Health Pkwy. Ste. 200 13633 2nd Ave. E. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 Bradenton, FL 34212 lakewoodranchmedicalgroup.com mosquitosquad.com (941) 254-6767 (941) 289-0098 Hospitals and Medical Centers Pest Control Services Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie 8445 Lorraine Rd. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 libbysneighborhoodbrasserie.com (941) 357-1570 Restaurants Liberty Savings Bank - Lakewood Ranch 6230 University Pkwy. Ste. 101 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240 libertysavingsbank.com (941) 867-2265 Banks and Banking

Podor Law Firm 1023 Manatee Ave. W. #506 Bradenton, FL 34205 podorlaw.com (941) 779-8195 Attorneys

Shred-It 9307 Palm River Rd. Tampa, FL 33619 shredit.com (239) 404-7517 Paper and Document Shredding

Polusa Construction 8290 Blaikie Ct. Sarasota, FL 34240 polusaconstruction.com (941) 377-5746 Windows and Doors

Sirius Med Spa - Lakewood Ranch 14628 SR 70 E. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 siriusmedspa.com (941) 357-7230 Salon and Spa Services

Pork Belly's Eatery & Catering Co. 9516 Cortez Rd. Bradenton, FL 34210 porkbellyseatery.com (941) 216-4119 Restaurants

Sirius Med Spa - UTC 8512 Cooper Creek Blvd. #107 University Park, FL 34201 siriusmedspa.com (941) 357-4611 Salon and Spa Services

Pork Roll Pete's 4657 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton, FL 34210 porkrollpetes.com (941) 896-3333 Restaurants

Sparkle Squad of SarasotaBradenton sparklesquad.com/bradenton-fl (941) 415-0012 Window Cleaning Services

Purestem Wellness haveyoubeenpatched.net (270) 307-9120 Health and Wellness Quantum Wellness Center Sarasota LLC 1 S. School Ave. 5th Floor Sarasota, FL 34237 sarasotaquantumwellness.com (941) 613-5097 Health and Wellness

Nancy Szvoren (443) 370-7076 Individual Members

Real Paint Pros Realpaintpros.com (941) 301-8791 Painting Contractors

Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson's 722 Apex Rd. Ste. A Sarasota, FL 34240 neurochallenge.org (941) 926-6413 Non-Profit Organizations

Rooster Roofing 1858 Ringling Blvd. Ste. 200 Sarasota, FL 34236 roosterroofingnow.com (941) 724-9355 Roofing Contractors

Lincoln Lending Group (484) 926-1811 Mortgages and Brokers

Passage Key Dolphin Tours 1465 Gulf Dr. S. Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 passagekeydolphintours.com (941) 702-2022 Boat Tours and Charters

Little Greek Fresh Grill 4266 53rd Ave. E. Bradenton, FL 34203 littlegreekfreshgrill.com/store/ bradenton-fl (941) 245-1251 Restaurants

The Pickleball Club at Lakewood Ranch 1300 Sarasota Center Blvd.

Sarasota, FL 34240 pickleballclublwr.com (941) 271-4444 Sports and Recreation

St. Joseph Catholic School 2990 26th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 sjsfl.org (941) 755-2611 Non-Profit Organizations Stafford at Artisan Lakes 6210 Terra Lago Cir. Palmetto, FL 34221 liveatstafford.com (941) 479-4973 Apartments and Home Rentals Stewart Title Company 101 Riverfront Blvd., Ste. 650 Bradenton, FL 34205 stewart.com/en/markets/bradenton (941) 794-2116 Title Companies THREE (484) 926-1811 Health and Wellness

Sandie Martin (716) 812-0612 Individual Members

Timeless Health & Beauty timelesshealthandbeauty.com (850) 238-1299 Health and Wellness

Sarasota Gate & Access 4921 Lena Rd. Unit 102 Bradenton, FL 34211 sarasotagate.com (941) 349-4455 Fencing Materials and Installation

Tranquil Oasis Skin & Lash, LLC 1850 Rye Rd. Bradenton, FL 34212 tranquiloasisskinandlash.com (303) 591-1970 Skin Care Products and Services

Shelley Dean (517) 294-2331 Individual Members

Ultimate IV and Wellness 7262 55th Ave. E. Bradenton, FL 34203 ultimateivwellness.com (941) 588-7770 Health and Wellness

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welcome new members Unique Boutique of the Women's Resource Center 417 12th St. W. #103 Bradenton, FL 34205 mywrc.org (941) 750-0032 Retail and Shopping

Wagner Realty - Ralph Vock ralphvock.com (734) 928-8181 Real Estate - Residential

We Bring the Party, LLC instagram.com/wbtparty (941) 315-8329 Venturas Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar Event, Meeting and Party Planners - Longboat Key 6814 Gulf of Mexico Dr. Wheat + Water Italian Kitchen Longboat Key, FL 34228 7303 52nd Pl. E. venturasitaliankitchen.com Bradenton, FL 34203 (941) 312-4975 wheatpluswater.com Restaurants (941) 216-3562 Restaurants Venturas Italian Kitchen on Cortez 4805 Cortez Rd. W. WiiPay, LLC Bradenton, FL 34210 wiipayroll.com venturasitaliankitchen.com (941) 735-1228 (941) 241-8030 Payroll and HR Services Restaurants Veterinary Medical Center at LWR 15205 Garnet Tr. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211 lakewoodranchvet.com (941) 739-1800 Veterinary and Animal Services

W. BRUCE BODY

Branch Manager & Senior Vice President, Wealth Management

JIM DAILEY, CFP® Financial Advisor

BETH GREEN, CFP® Financial Advisor

DYLAN PAGE, CFA®, AAMS™ Financial Advisor

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This month we highlight these offers:

Mosquito Squad of Bradenton

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Want to offer a Member to Member Discount? Contact Kristen at KristenB@ManateeChamber.com or 941-748-4842, ext. 130

R. TERRY PLATT

Vice President, Investments

KIM SNYDER, AAMS™ Financial Advisor

MICHAEL S. VEJINS, MBA, CFP®, AIF®, WMS™

Lakewood Ranch Branch 8120 Lakewood Main Street, Suite 201 Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34202 941.907.0168

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Insured by NCUA. 1. Offer valid as of September 1, 2025, and may be canceled at any time. MIDFLORIDA Credit Union membership and eligibility requirements apply. See associate for details regarding fees and terms. Freedom Banking, fiduciary and minor accounts excluded. Other terms and conditions apply. To qualify for the $400 incentive, you must open a new Free Checking account with direct deposit ($4,000 cumulative which must post within 60 days of account opening); accept and open Online Banking, eStatement, and a debit card; and complete 40 debit card purchase transactions which must post within 60 days of account opening. Direct deposit must be an automated clearing house (ACH) credit of your paycheck, pension or government benefits from your employer or the government; cash transfer app deposits and transfers from another MIDFLORIDA account do not qualify.

No dividends are paid on Free Checking. Annual Percentage Yield is 0.00%. Limit one incentive per Social Security number. Past checking account holders and previous recipients of checking account incentives are ineligible. Account must remain open and unrestricted at least 75 days to qualify for the incentive. After all qualifications have been met, the incentive will be deposited to the new Free Checking account within 75 days of account opening and will be reported to the IRS. Minimum to open Free Checking is $50. 2. ATM transactions are free at any MIDFLORIDA proprietary ATM or when using a Publix Presto! ATM.

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WED 3 Breakfast with the Chair 8:00 - 9:15 AM | Anna Maria Oyster Bar - Ellenton MYP Leadership Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office

WED 17 Chamber Executive Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:30 AM | Bradenton Office Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Del Taco - 14th St.

Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Hilton Garden Inn SRQ Airport

FRI 18 MYP Social 5:00 - 7:00 PM | Good Liquid Brewing-Parrish Creekside Commons

Healthcare Committee Meeting 3:30 - 4:30 PM | Bradenton Office & Via Zoom

FRI 19 Natural Resources Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

THU 4 Transportation Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room Education & Workforce Partnerships Committee Meeting 12:00 - 1:00 PM | Bradenton Office & Via Zoom Seminar: How to Do Business With Local Government 3:00 - 4:30 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room Technology Committee Meeting 3:30 - 4:30 PM | Via Zoom FRI 5 Small Business Council Committee Meeting 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room TUE 9 BBC Advisory Committee Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 PM | Bradenton Office Business After Hours 4:30 - 6:30 PM | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union - Manatee Ave.

TUE 23 Seminar: Access to Capital and Funding Options 3:00 - 4:30 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room WED 24 Leadership Manatee - Education Day Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 4:00 - 5:30 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room THU 25 Coffee Club 8:00 - 9:30 AM | Dill Dinkers Chamber 101 Member Orientation 3:00 - 4:30 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room FRI 26 Downtown Redevelopment Committee 8:00 - 9:30 AM | Herrig Center for the Arts TUE 30 MYP Events & Programming Committee Meeting 8:30 - 9:00 AM | Via Teams MYP Lunch with Bradenton Area EDC 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM | enRich Bistro

TUE 16 Travel with the Chamber: France Info Meeting 5:45 - 7:00 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

Chamber Ambassadors Committee Meeting 3:30 - 4:30 PM | Bradenton Office

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WED 10 Leadership Manatee - Communications & Culture Day

WED 1 Breakfast with the Chair 8:00 - 9:15 AM | LECOM Park MYP Marketing & Engagement Committee Meeting 8:30 - 9:00 AM | Via Teams

MYP Leadership Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office

Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Scarpino's Classic Italian

Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Courtyard by Marriott UTC

Healthcare Committee Meeting 3:30 - 4:30 PM | Bradenton Office & Via Zoom THU 2 Education & Workforce Partnerships Committee Meeting 12:00 - 1:00 PM | Bradenton Office & Via Zoom FRI 3 Small Business Council Committee Meeting 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room SAT 4 MYP Community Service Project 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Desoto Boys & Girls Club TUE 7 BBC Advisory Committee Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 PM | Bradenton Office Big Bank Theory Orientation 4:00 - 5:00 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room WED 8 Leadership Manatee - Health Care Day Headliners Luncheon 1:30 AM - 1:00 PM | IMG Academy Golf Club THU 9 Past Chair Breakfast 7:45 - 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room Technology Committee Meeting 3:30 - 4:30 PM | Via Zoom FRI 10 Transportation Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room TUE 14 Business After Hours 4:30 - 6:30 PM | Town Square at University Parkway

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FRI 17 Natural Resources Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room WED 22 Leadership Manatee - Local Government Day Chamber Executive Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:30 AM | Bradenton Office THU 23 Coffee Club 8:00 - 9:30 AM | Boys & Girls Club, DeSoto Branch MYP Social 5:00 - 7:00 PM | TBD FRI 24 Downtown Redevelopment Committee 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room TUE 28 MYP Events & Programming Committee Meeting 8:30 - 9:00 AM | Via Teams Chamber Ambassadors Committee Meeting 3:30 - 4:30 PM | Bradenton Office WED 29 MYP Marketing & Engagement Committee Meeting 8:30 - 9:00 AM | Via Teams Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 4:00 - 5:30 PM | Lakewood Ranch Office THU 30 Big Bank Theory Orientation 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room Chamber 101 Member Orientation 3:00 - 4:30 PM | Lakewood Ranch Office

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WOMEN’S HEALTH STARTS HERE Offering the following services and more: •

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Registered technologists perform all exams and board-certified radiologists review screening results.

Manatee Diagnostic Center has four convenient locations that provide a wide range of radiology services.

Physicians are on the medical staff of Manatee Memorial Hospital, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Manatee Memorial Hospital. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians.

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