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A LETTER FROM THE EDITOR 11 From Courtney Calhoun A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN 12 From Dave Trepanier BUSINESS SPOTLIGHTS 16 The Latest Updates from Businesses in Bay County

AIR & SEA 18 News from Tyndall Air Force Base & Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division BAY COUNTY INDUSTRY UPDATE 37 FSU Panama City

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FEATURES 13 Calendar of Events 22 Dining Guide 40 UNwineD 48 Ask the Doctor 55 2018 Annual Awards Dinner Recap SEE & BE SEEN 50 2017 Annual Christmas Party 51 January First Friday with the Beach 52 January Business After Hours 53 February Business After Hours 54 2018 Annual Awards Dinner Winners COMMITTEES 58 HYPE 59 IdeaCamp 61 Ambassadors

AROUND TOWN 62 CareerSource Gulf Coast, Kim Bodine 62 City of Panama City Beach, Mayor Mike Thomas 63 Bay District Schools, Bill Husfelt 64 Visit Panama City Beach, Dan Rowe 64 Gulf Coast State College, Dr. John Holdnak 65 FSU Panama City, Dr. Randy Hanna 65 County Commissioners, Philip “Griff” Griffitts MEMBERSHIP 66 Grand Openings & Ribbon Cuttings 67 A Message from Your Chamber Rep 68 New & Renewing Members

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2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

EXECUTIVE BOARD DAVE TREPANIER

Chairman | Firefly / PCB Entertainment

RYAN DAVIS

Past Chairman | Capital City Bank

KAREN SMITH

Incoming Chairman | Beachy Beach Real Estate

MATT GRIFFITTS

Secretary | Sugar Sands Insurance

JEFF DIBENEDICTIS

Treasurer | Summit Bank

As the new Marketing and Communications

Coordinator

at the Panama City Beach Chamber, I am thrilled to be

writing my first Letter from the

BOARD OF DIRECTORS HOPE ABBOTT

Bay Point Real Estate

JEREMY BENNETT

MidSouth Bank

PAUL BUSUTTIL

Buster ’s Beer & Bait

JEAN CAPPS

Sheraton Bay Point

SHAY CATRETT

BAYSOLUTIONS

MARVIN COLLEY

Beach TV

CATHERINE COLLINS

Resort Collection

MICHAEL DENTON

Pier Park/Simon Malls

BRAD GRIFFIN

Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center

RICK KOEHNEMANN

Koehnemann Construction

WILL LARK

Shipwreck Island Waterpark

LEE ANN LEONARD

Royal American Beach Getaways

JOSHUA ROGERS

Gulf Power Company

PAUL SCHREINER

Texas Roadhouse

APRIL WILKES

The St. Joe Company

Editor in The Circuit Magazine.

I am so thankful to be a part of the Beach Chamber team and look forward to my future here.

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recently

graduated

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Florida State University (Go

Noles!) with my Bachelor’s in Communications, and feel so fortunate to have already landed my dream job.

It is pretty fitting that my first issue of The Circuit would be the

Dining and Entertainment issue, as I’m a big fan of both. I was

born and raised in Bay County and was happy to come back home after graduating college. With that being said, I know a thing or two about where to find good food (and maybe a cocktail or two) in our area—so when someone asks me for a

suggestion on where to dine, I always respond with, “What are you in the mood for?,” because I could go on and on for hours with my favorite places.

HONORARY BOARD RAMON DUVALL

Beachside Fellowship

DR. RANDY HANNA

Florida State University Panama City

BECCA HARDIN

Bay Economic Development Alliance

DR. JOHN HOLDNAK

Gulf Coast State College

PARKER MCCLELLAN

NWFL Beaches International Airport

DAN ROWE

Visit Panama City Beach

JOHN SKAGGS

Naval Support Activity Panama City

MAYOR MIKE THOMAS

City of Panama City Beach

I have really learned to appreciate the night life we have here. I always look forward to girls night, when all of my friends and I

get together at one of our favorite places for dinner and drinks

and enjoy live music. And, as an avid dog lover, I appreciate

restaurants that allow you to bring your furry friend, so my dog Talli can join us.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, I encourage you to get out and try new places because, no matter what you’re in the

mood for, I can assure you that you will find something fun and

delicious close by. To make your decision process a little easier, be sure to check out our Dining Guide on page 22 for a list of

CHAMBER STAFF

our restaurant members.

KRISTOPHER MCLANE

President/CEO

JENA LILES

Chief Financial Officer

HELEN ADAMI

Director of Events

SHANNON RICHMOND

Director of Membership Services

COURTNEY CALHOUN

Marketing & Communications Coordinator

CHARLOTTE KOCHER

Information Specialist

BERTIE REYNOLDS

Information Specialist

Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce 309 Richard Jackson Boulevard, Suite 101, Panama City Beach, FL 32407 Phone: (850) 235-1159 | Fax: (850) 235-2301 | www.PCBeach.org

On behalf of the Beach Chamber staff, I hope you enjoy the

Dining & Entertaining issue, and I look forward to more to come.

Cheers!

Courtney Calhoun

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A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN |

DAVE TREPANIER

What an amazing ride it has been! I never would have thought that when my wife Stacy and I moved here 12 years ago from Southern California that I would end up the Chairman of the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce. What an honor and a privilege to be associated with so many great business owners and leaders of our great community. When we moved here I really didn’t know what I was going to do. I had an idea for a restaurant but had no restaurant background. I spent 15 years in the music business, yet there wasn’t much of a music scene here. What I did know was I fell in love with this beach and everything about it!

Stacy grew up here, but this was a big change for me, leaving family and friends in California. My brother-in-law, Jeff Burnham, introduced me to some of the best people in this town, some of which became my best friends. I will be forever thankful for those introductions. With the support of Stacy’s father, Wes Burnham, and his partner Roy Centanni, Stacy and I built Firefly. Our crazy idea for a fine dining restaurant in a strip mall worked out ok!

The next crazy idea was six years ago when we decided to bring a country music festival to Panama City Beach. Rendy Lovelady, Mark Sheldon and myself went to local government leaders and our Tourist Development Council and asked them for their support to help fund the first event. Because of their guts and faith in us, Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam has become one of the Top 10 Country Music Festivals in the

country according to Billboard Magazine.

I bring this up because none of this is possible without the support of our local businesses. We all need to help each other, because we are all in this together. My mission as the Chairman is to help raise the tide for all businesses of Bay County. We need to showcase that we are a year round destination so we can keep our cash registers ringing year round!

My mission as the Chairman is to help raise the tide for all businesses of Bay County.

Chamber President Kristopher McLane and his staff have done an amazing job and work incredibly hard on building membership, and more importantly creating value for your membership, so many thanks to Kristopher and his staff! I also want to thank Past-Chairman Ryan Davis and our board members for dedicating their time and ideas to make our Chamber the best it can be. Most importantly, I’d like to say a special thanks to our Chamber members. We are here for you, and our organization is not possible without you!

Here’s to a great 2018,

Dave Trepanier, 2018 Chairman of the Board Firefly | PCB Entertainment

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS •

FOR MORE EVENTS, VISIT PCBEACH.ORG/EVENTS

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MARCH EVENTS 2-4

Everyday

Emerald Coast Boat & Lifestyle Show | Aaron Bessant Park

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Friday

Junior League of Panama City Golf Tournament | Hombre Golf Club

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Saturday

Fun in the Sun Mud Run | Harder's Park Panama City Beach Scottish Festival | Frank Brown Park

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Emerald Coast Cruizin' | Aaron Bessant Park

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Friday

Friday at the Beach | 7:30–9 am | Advanced Technology Center at GCSC

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Saturday

Warrior Dash | Sweetbay

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Tuesday

TDC meeting | 9 am | Beach City Hall

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Thursday

Business After Hours | 5-7 pm | Shark’s Tooth Golf Club

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Saturday

St. Patrick’s Day

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Everyday

UNwineD | Aaron Bessant Park

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Wednesday

IdeaCamp | 5:30-7:30 | Legendary Marine

All information is subject to change after publication is printed.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS |

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APRIL 2018

FOR MORE EVENTS, VISIT PCBEACH.ORG/EVENTS

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APRIL EVENTS 1

Sunday

Easter

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Tuesday

TDC Meeting | 9 am | Beach City Hall

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Everyday

Market Fest | Laketown Wharf

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Saturday

Panama City Beach Beer Festival | Fishale

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Everyday

Seabreeze Jazz Festival | Aaron Bessant Park

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Thursday

Business After Hours | 5-7 pm | Marine Max

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Everyday

Cajun Festival | Schooners

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IdeaCamp | 5:30-7:30 pm

All information is subject to change after publication is printed.

The Gulf Coast’s Favorite Calendar!

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHTS

DIEGO'S BURRITO FACTORY

NETCHEX

LOCAL FAVORITE SETTLES INTO THE EAST END

HELPING COMPANIES GROW IN ALL 50 STATES

For those who don’t know, Diego’s Burrito Factory & Margarita Bar has quickly settled into their newest east end location off of Thomas Drive in Panama City Beach.

Founded in 2003, Netchex has grown to become one of the industry’s fastest growing HR services and payroll providers, serving clients in all 50 states. Netchex’s cloud-based, single-source solution is simple enough for front-end employees to use, and powerful enough to run your entire organization. Netchex helps companies grow by ensuring their compliance needs are met, their employees are engaged, and they have the robust analytics to make smart business decisions.

Central for their “town” and east end regulars, along with being so close to the Navy Base, Diego’s Burrito Factory’s Thomas Drive location has quickly become a local favorite since opening in August 2017.

With double the space, the east-end location has a 20-top bar that wraps around from the inside to the outside, and also has large screen TV’s throughout the restaurant. With a family-friendly sports bar atmosphere, Diego’s East serves as the spot to enjoy sports with family, friends, and good food. You can also stop by towards the end of the week to hear live music from the local favorite bands such as Southern Sunday, Mitch Pierson Music, and more.

As always, you will get the full Diego’s experience that made their restaurant a local hotspot in the first place—authentic Mexican food, made-from-scratch margaritas, speedy service, and a familyfriendly atmosphere.

The Front Beach location remains open and will continue to cater to the west end of Panama City Beach. Diego’s is open every day from 11am-10pm. For more information, visit their website at diegosburritofactory.com, or follow them on Facebook @DiegosThomasDr.

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Netchex’s focus on technology shows in everything from streamlined recruiting and paperless onboarding to tools for error free payroll and easy benefits reconciliation. Netchex has even found best-inbreed tools across industries and created integration to help their clients succeed.

When Netchex says they’re happy to help, they mean it. Their award-winning customer service model is unique to the industry, with customer service teams that know your name and your organization. The service department has a 4.8 CSTAT score and the setup is designed to be pro-active in making sure employers are utilizing Netchex to its fullest. Netchex is there to help whether you need to log a question about the system, or need help developing a new handbook.

Holly Onda is excited to be a part of the Netchex team, servicing the clients in the Florida Panhandle. In addition to being a part of the Netchex team, Holly is an active board member for Girls Inc. of Bay County and an active member of the Junior League of Panama City.

Netchex currently services over 3,000 clients and is headquartered in Mandeville, Louisiana, with offices in over 15 states. Visit NetchexOnline.com for more information.

LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH

MARKETFEST

AN UNSTOPPABLE PURSUIT OF JESUS CHRIST

AN EXCITING NEW EVENT IS COMING TO TOWN

Lighthouse Church exists to invite you on an unstoppable pursuit of Jesus Christ with them. They have 3 morning services on Sunday (8:30am, 10:00am, and 11:45am) and have something for everyone.

Stop in, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, and see if they are the church for you—it might just change your life.

MarketFest is an exciting new event coming to Panama City Beach.

This family-friendly event will showcase around one-hundred amazing merchants and artists, delicious food trucks and vendors, and live music and entertainment all weekend. MarketFest will be held at the beautiful Laketown Wharf Resort Events Center on April 12-15.

Children from 4 months to 5th grade can attend Kids Church that meets during each morning service. Once a quarter, they have Kids Fun Night for ages 1 year to 5th grade. Their desire is to partner with parents in leading children into a relationship with God. God’s Word can be taught with creativity and relevance in an age-appropriate way. They strive to provide not only a secure, kidfriendly atmosphere that promotes outreach and discipleship, but also a practical place for kids to have fun and make friends.

Students 6th through 12th grade attend LSM (Lighthouse Student Ministries). The Rally is an event held every 2nd Wednesday night for all junior and senior high school students (grades 6th-12th) where students encounter live worship, games, awesome giveaways, and real life biblical teachings. During the rest of the month, students attend Hang Outs on Sundays. 6th through 8th grades meet on Sunday morning during their main services, and 9th through 12th grades meet on Sunday evenings at 5pm. This is where real relationships are formed and deep connections are made. It also helps develop students into strong and loving disciples. They encourage all of their students to attend a Hang Out!

The festivities will begin with a MarketFest Kick-Off Party and Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Thursday, April 12, from 4-8pm. Enjoy happy hour, early shopping, and live music featuring Southern Sunday on the main stage. Event hours for the rest of the weekend are Friday and Saturday from 9am-5pm, and Sunday from 9am-4pm. General admission tickets are $10 for ages 12 and up. A generous portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to local nonprofit organizations.

For more information on the MarketFest Event, to purchase tickets, or to apply to be a vendor, you can visit the website at marketfestevents.com, or say hello on their Facebook page at facebook.com/marketfestevents.

See you at MarketFest!

Check out lighthousepcb.com for more information.

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NEWS FROM TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE AND NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER PANAMA CITY DIVISION

MQ-9 REAPER WING

TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE provided by Tyndall Air Force Base

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he Air Force has selected Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, as the

control elements as well as a launch and recovery capability, and a

preferred location for hosting a new MQ-9 Reaper Wing with 24

maintenance group.

remotely piloted aircraft. Vandenberg AFB, California, is considered a reasonable alternative.

"We selected Tyndall Air Force Base because it was the best location to meet the unique requirements of the MQ-9 Reaper," Secretary of

The wing will be composed of an operations group with mission

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the Air Force Heather Wilson said.

That includes fewer aircraft competing for air space, nearby training

Command’s] Air Operations Center and 1st Air Force will bring

ranges, great weather and lower up-front costs, Wilson added.

increased capability to support Gen. Lori Robinson in addition to increasing lethality and giving our other combatant commanders

This selection will also meet the goals of Air Combat Command's

the best trained operators possible."

Culture and Process Improvement Plan which identified the need for additional basing locations to help diversify assignment

The Air Force previously announced Shaw AFB, South Carolina as the

opportunities for personnel within the MQ-9 enterprise, provide

preferred alternative for an operations group with mission control

increased opportunities for leadership from within the community,

elements. The operations group will have no aircraft assigned.

and provide flexibility to enhance integration with other warfighter organizations and capabilities.

Tyndall AFB remains the preferred alternative for this basing action.

The final basing decision will be made by the Secretary of the Air

"Remotely Piloted Aircraft and the intelligence capabilities supporting

Force only after the environmental analysis is complete.

them remain vital to our national security and the security of our allies," said Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein. “Equally

Based on current projections, Airmen are expected to begin arriving

important is the increasing use of RPAs in defense of the homeland

at the new location as early as 2020. The first aircraft are expected

and response to humanitarian disaster as we have seen recently with

to arrive in 2022.

hurricanes and wildfires. Co-locating this wing with [U.S. Northern

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NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER PANAMA CITY DIVISION

A TURNING POINT IN HISTORY

ASSAULT CRAFT UNIT FOUR ARRIVES TO THE BEACH provided by Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division

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t is a turning point in history now that 10 Sailors from Assault Craft

The initial wave of ACU 4 Sailors permanently changed duty stations

Unit Four (ACU 4), based in Little Creek, Virginia, have arrived at

from Virginia Beach, Virginia, in August 2017 in preparation for 20

the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD).

additional Sailors to join them in the months to come, but only on a temporary assignment. The military personnel are the advanced

According to ACU 4 Detachment Panama City Officer in Charge

team preparing to accept the SSC crafts in December 2017 as well as

Master Chief Stephen Lowe, the Sailors will spend the next several

additional civilian and contract support.

years in Panama City, Florida, as ACU 4 DET Panama City, not only to make preparations for the arrival of the U.S. Navy’s next-generation

“The SSC is the evolutionary replacement for the existing Fleet of

Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) — the Ship to Shore Connector

LCACs, which is nearing the end of their service life,” said Lowe.

(SSC) — but also to conduct various types of testing.

“The mission of these craft is to land surface assault elements in support of Operational Maneuver from the Sea (OMFTS), at over-

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the-horizon distances, while operating from amphibious ships

“It will considerably enhance the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps team’s

and mobile landing platforms. LCACs and SSCs are primarily

capability to execute its broad mission spectrum, which includes

used to haul vehicles, heavy equipment, and supplies through

humanitarian assistance and disaster response to multidimensional

varied environmental conditions from amphibious ships to over the beach.”

According to NSWC PCD’s Air Cushion Vehicle Branch Head Ivan Lugo, the ACU 4 Detachment chose to come to PCD for the unique opportunity to become subject matter experts for the next generation LCAC—the LCAC100-class craft.

“The DET will be the pioneers for the entire U.S. Navy in the new operational parameters and maintenance philosophy of the brand new SSC,” said Lugo. “Once trained by the SSC

amphibious assault,” said Pearsall.

According to Pearsall, the SSC is a 100 percent complete redesign with a considerable amount of automation built into this next-generation hovercraft.

For example, the legacy LCAC was designed to be operated from an analogue input, which required manually observing and physical attention to several types of controls, which include rudder control, bow-thruster control and the prop control. Many systems from stem to stern have not only been automated but integrated.

manufacturer, Textron Marine and Land Systems, the DET will

“All these controls have now been replaced by what is called the

become the lead trainers when they return to ACU 4, based in

Integrated Flight Controller,” said Pearsall. “The SSC 100-percent

Little Creek, Virginia.”

complete redesign has given the navy significant gains. The SSC is also significantly increasing its nautical mission window capability.

The DET will also serve as the operational and maintenance crew for the SSC acceptance and operational trials through PostDelivery Test and Trials (PDT&T), events that will be conducted in

So, we’re gaining capability across the board as far as: load-carrying capacity, distance to shoreline, and speed and efficiency. It’s definitely a move in the right direction for all facets of the program.”

the Gulf of Mexico, specifically test ranges located off the coast of Panama City Beach and Eglin Air Force Base.

“When the SSC gets here, our mission objective is to conduct all the PDT&T,” said SSC Pilot Senior Chief Pearsall. “Once we’re through with PDT&T, we will begin Initial Operational Test and Evaluation (IOT&E).”

Pearsall said the SSC will be a significant improvement over the LCAC.

CAPTION (Left): Assault Craft Unit 4 Detachment (DET) Panama City will be making preparations and conducting various types of testing for the arrival of the U.S. Navy’s next-generation Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC), the SSC Ship to Shore Connector (SSC).

Pilot Senior Chief Joshua Pearsall (left) and SSC Flight Engineer Jacob Jubenville pause for photograph as they take seats in the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division’ LCAC 91. U.S. Navy photo by Anthony Powers.

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DINING

GUIDE R E S TA U R A N T D I R E C TO RY

The Gulf Coast is familiar territory to find some of the freshest seafood in the country, but Northwest Florida offers much more than that when it comes to dining. Whether you are looking for the fabulous flavors of the Caribbean cuisine, the comfort of hearty Southern food, or the powerful punches of Cajun fare, you can find it all right here in Bay County. Bon AppĂŠtit.

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ANGELO'S STEAK PIT 9527 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 234-2531 ANOTHER BROKEN EGG 11535 Hutchison Blvd, Suite 100 Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 249-2007 BACK BEACH BARBECUE 19714 Panama City Beach Parkway Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 249-0822 BACK PORCH - BAY COUNTY 16220 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 233-1750 BAR 72 SHERATON BAY POINT 4114 Jan Cooley Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 235-6978 BAREFOOT HIDEAWAY GRILL 15405 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 249-2031 BAREFOOT ON THE BEACH 11073 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 249-2442 BAYOU ON THE BEACH CAFE & OYSTER BAR 11115 Hutchison Blvd.

Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 249-3478

BILLY'S OYSTER BAR & CRAB HOUSE 3000 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 235-2349 BISHOPS FAMILY BUFFET 12628 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 234-6457 BONEFISH GRILL 641 W. 23rd Street Panama City, FL 32405 (850) 747-9331

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BOOMERANG PIZZA KITCHEN 15750 Panama City Beach Parkway, Unit 180 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 775-1202 BOON DOCKS RESTAURANT 14854 Bay View Circle (West Bay) Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 230-0005 BUFFALO WILD WINGS 701 Pier Park Drive, Bldg. C, Suite 100 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 236-0325 CAHALL’S DELI 416 W. 23rd Street Panama City, FL 32405 (850) 769-7739 CAPT. ANDERSON'S RESTAURANT & WATER FRONT MARKET 5551 N. Lagoon Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 234-2225 CAPT. JACK'S FAMILY BUFFET 8208 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 236-8555 CARRABBAS ITALIAN GRILL 13820 Panama City Beach Parkway Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 230-4522 CHRISTO’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL 2903 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 708-1878

CULVER’S OF PANAMA CITY BEACH 11501 Panama City Beach Parkway Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 249-0709 DAIRY QUEEN 134 Alf Coleman Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 234-5850 DEE’S HANG-OUT 529 Richard Jackson Blvd.

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DIEGO’S BURRITO FACTORY AND MARGARITA BAR (EAST) 6209 Sunset Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 238-8741

DOMINOS PIZZA/DEBEST PIZZA, INC. 272 S. Highway 79 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 819-3333

DIEGO’S BURRITO FACTORY AND MARGARITA BAR (WEST) 15514 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 249-7373

DICK’S LAST RESORT 16210 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 588-0631

DOMINOS PIZZA/DEBEST PIZZA, INC. 9528 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 819-3333

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DIRTY DICK'S CRABHOUSE 9800 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 230-3425 EAT MY PASTY 280 S. Arnold Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 235-7981

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INDUSTRY UPDATE

FSU PANAMA CITY

Photo provided by FSU Panama CIty

AS BAY COUNTY GROWS AND DEVELOPS NEW INDUSTRIES TO BOOST THE ECONOMY, REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS CONTINUE TO EVOLVE. FSU PANAMA CITY RECENTLY ANNOUNCED TWO NEW ENGINEERING PROGRAMS TO BEGIN FALL 2018—A BACHELOR’S PROGRAM IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AND A MASTER’S PROGRAM IN SYSTEMS ENGINEERING.

“These new programs are coming to FSU Panama City because

“We have been told many times by the community that there is a

FAMU-FSU College of Engineering,” FSU Panama City Dean Randy

fuel the planned growth of the community,” said Murray Gibson,

of the strong demand from local industry and support from the

Hanna said. “With community partners such as the Navy base, Tyndall, and GKN, our students will have unlimited options.”

The new majors, housed by the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, add to existing civil, electrical, and computer engineering programs.

need for trained engineers— especially mechanical engineers—to Dean of the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering. “We can address

that need by expanding our highly-ranked programs through FSU Panama City.”

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FSU PANAMA CITY

look forward to continuing to develop

The Tallahassee program, which has

company, said Becca Hardin, president

changing needs.”

about 100 students each year. FSU

Alliance.

new programs based on the region’s

Recent

announcements

will

add

existed more than 30 years, admits

Panama City can accept a similar cohort

of the Bay Economic Development

of students.

“We would never have been in the GKN

tech jobs in and around Bay County.

“Mechanical engineering is the largest

of our educational institutions,” she

have access to internships and research

demand because mechanical systems

hundreds of manufacturing and highAs the industry flourishes, students will opportunities with area businesses.

“Experiential education is vital to an engineering degree,” Gibson noted.

The FAMU-FSU mechanical engineering program

teaches

contemporary

engineering practices for developing products

from

concept

to

the

marketplace. Courses focus on thermal and fluid systems, mechanical systems, mechanics

and

materials,

dynamic

systems, and engineering design.

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engineering major nationwide, and is in are involved in products in almost every

game if we hadn’t had the full support said. “It helped us get our foot in the door to get their attention.”

arena, from aircraft to cellphones,”

With GKN on board, other businesses

Locally,

“If we were going to be successful in

Gibson said.

the

prospect

of

the

undergraduate program was essential in

GKN.

courting The

aerospace

international

company

company

announced in 2017 that it would open a manufacturing facility in Bay County.

The lure of an educated local workforce from FSU Panama City and Gulf Coast State College was essential for the

are taking notice, Hardin said.

advanced manufacturing recruitment, we

needed

to

get

mechanical

engineering degree here,” she said.

“This program is a game-changing effort; it sets us apart from a lot of competition in many ways.”

The graduate-level systems engineering program

integrates

engineering

disciplines

and

Hardin said the new programs will be

will learn to effectively design and

new industry to diversify the region’s

management

with

industrial

practices.

Students

manage complex technical systems, such as integrating tasks to build a

an asset as the EDA continues to court economy.

• Award-winning, discreet

new military weapons system or to

“It helps in giving us another arrow

product distribution system.

we are listening to their needs and

optimize the efficiency of a retailer’s

The

FAMU-FSU

Industrial

and

Department

of

Manufacturing

in our quiver to show prospects that concerns

about

local

Hardin said.

education,”

Engineering and FSU Panama City

Of the 25 potential projects the EDA

from the Naval Surface Warfare Center

from

developed the program with support Panama City Division.

“Naval

Surface

Warfare

Center

Panama City Division employs nearly

900 scientists and engineers, many

of whom would like the opportunity to advance their education,” said NSWC PCD Technical Director Ed

Stewart. “Partnering with a prestigious

university like Florida State University

Panama City right here in our own

is courting, two-thirds would benefit engineering

expertise.

New

businesses would offer 115 percent of the average wage in Panama City.

As businesses commit to expanding to th

other aspects of the economy, Hardin noted. As soon as FSU Panama City announced

the

new

engineering

programs, the EDA sent the news

scientists and engineers to meet

“These programs set us apart from the

meets the market needs,” Gibson said.

hand, FSU administrators said.

the

Navy’s

expertise,

“Our mission is education, research

systems. Courses eventually will grow

relationships increase the pool of

into other specialized areas to meet

a broader market. All coursework will be taught exclusively at FSU Panama

and service,” Gibson said. “Community

students that we can educate and help to attract the best students.”

City with the potential for students

“Bay County is home to many growing

Tallahassee through an ITC system.

for

to

“We

attend

are

classes

excited

remotely

to

from

expand

collaboration with FSU Panama City and the community,” Gibson said.

“When we looked at where there would be growth in engineering opportunities in Florida, Northwest Florida was a natural choice.”

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Sip Back , Relax + Unwined Written by Hannah Burke Photography by Pure 7 Studios & Michael Booini

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE EVENING AND AFTERNOON OF MARCH 23–24, BECAUSE IT’S TIME TO WINE DOWN AT PANAMA CITY BEACH’S LEADING SPRING FESTIVAL, UNWINED.

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et in scenic Aaron Bessant Park, UNwineD features premier spirits and wine from Florida to California.

Paired with the area’s finest eats and live music, this

event is a highlight of the season.

Last year’s event kicked off with the Southern Garden Party sponsored by Garden & Gun magazine. Two hundred guests enjoyed the music of Dread Clampitt, a cross-genre band from Grayton Beach. Master mixologist Ryan Johnson traveled all the way from Charleston, South Carolina, to serve up the signature cocktails he creates at his bar in the Dewberry Hotel.

Light bites were provided by The Seabear Oyster Bar’s Patrick Stubbers, and Firefly’s Derek Langford.

This year, UNwineD will be sponsored by Southern Living magazine and gets started on Friday with a new bash, Biscuits and Jam. “Biscuits and Jam will be a little more exclusive,” says Patrick Stewart, Sports Marketing & Special Event Operations Manager at Visit Panama City Beach. “We’ll have a large tent at Aaron Bessant Park that will enclose trees that will be decorated with lights. People can come and hang out with mixologists and celebrity chef Matt Moore in what will be a VIP-style event.”

Cale Tyson, a burgeoning Nashville artist, will provide the jams.

The singer/songwriter puts a bluesy spin on country and folk music with his soulful guitar and pitch-perfect pipes.

UNwineD’s main event, the Grand Tasting, will take place beginning at 1 p.m. on Saturday. Samplings of craft brews, spirits, wines, and delectable local cuisine will be available at 36 booths.

“Our big tent will still be there, but this time it’s open to everybody and we’ll have great acoustic music,” Stewart said.

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“Vendors display products from around the country, but the

perform two live cooking demos. Moore specializes in classic,

emphasis is on items available here on the Gulf Coast.

Southern cuisine, as well as Mediterranean and Middle Eastern

About 58 different brands joined us last year.”

gastronomy.

Though the main attraction may be the libations, the Grand

Festival-goers will serve as judges of UNwineD’s first-ever

Afternoon Tasting also features fare from local restaurants.

cocktail competition. Participating vendors will be shaking and

Last year, vendors from Panama City Beach included Dee’s

stirring up their finest recipes in hopes of gaining votes and

Hangout, Texas Roadhouse, Firefly, Tides, Jae’s Sinful Delights,

winning the festival’s Best in Show award.

Dolce 101, Saltwater Grill, and Sisters of the Sea. For 2018, there’s expected to be more where that came from.

The Grand Tasting ends at 4:30 p.m., but more will be in store for the evening. Starting at 5 p.m., Aaron Bessant Park will

Chef and cookbook author Moore will join in the festivities and

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transform into an al fresco concert venue for Picnic in the Park.

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Grammy award-nominated indie folk band, The Avett Brothers, rocked 2017’s event and left some big shoes to fill. This year’s headliners, St. Paul and the Broken Bones, are just the fellas for the job.

This eight-member band is sweeping the South with soulful, yet symphonic tracks.

Though the members of St. Paul and the Broken Bones were born in Birmingham, Alabama, their songs are a far-cry from conventional country music. The band comprises Allan Branstetter on trumpet, Al Gamble’s organ and piano solos, trombone by Chad Fisher and the unique addition of Jason Mingledorff’s flute or sax melodies. Mix them with Andrew Lee’s percussion, Browan Loller’s guitar pickin’, and powerhouse vocalist Paul Janeway, and you’ve got an impressive ensemble.

Not to mention, the group has opened for the Rolling Stones and were featured in 2016’s Glastonbury Festival.

2018 Headliner, St. Paul and the Broken Bones

St. Paul and the Broken Bones will be headlining this year's festival, with the same soulful and symphonic tracks that made the Rolling Stones choose them as their opening band.

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“As befits a band of St. Paul and the Broken Bones’ caliber and style, the Picnic in the Park will offer a degree of elegance and sophistication that will bring everything together,” Stewart says.

UNwineD was such a roaring success in 2017 that the Florida Festivals and Events Association (FFEA) awarded it the title of “Most Innovative Project of the Year.” The festival received four other Sunsational Awards and gained national recognition for its exceptional marketing strategies.

“We were singled out by 3CMA, which is a marketing group for publicly funded organizations at the city and county levels,” explained Jayna Leach, Vice President of Marketing at Visit Panama City Beach. “They gave us a Savvy Award for a recurring special event. That was huge for us! We’re very proud to host an event like this in our community.”

According to Stewart, only 1,000 tickets for Saturday’s main event will be available for purchase.

“It’s a big event, but it still provides an exclusive feel while showing guests a taste of the best that Panama City Beach has to offer.”

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Fresh Seafood, Oysters, Steaks, and Mo’!

Since the doors first opened in 1999 and we served our very first customer, Montego Bay has been a favorite of vacationers and locals alike. Our Caribbean-themed “surf and turf” eatery serves up fresh Gulf seafood, mouthwatering steaks, barbecue ribs, fresh raw oysters, world-famous gumbo, and many more specialty dishes—all with a decidedly Southern twist.

Good value, generous portions, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere has made Montego Bay a regular stop on so many tourist’s itineraries when they return each year.

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ASK THE DOCTOR HERE COMES THE SUN | SKIN CANCER PREVENTION

BY DR. JON WARD

It’s Springtime again, and that means it’s time to put away the

worn during the summer. Sunscreen should be used on exposed

sweaters, start going to the beach, getting on the boat, and heading

skin, should be SPF 30 or greater, and needs to be reapplied every

to the island. It also means that the pale skin that has been covered

1-2 hours to avoid sunburns.

up by clothing during the winter is going to be getting looked at again. It’s the perfect time to remember that those new spots or old

WHAT DOES SKIN CANCER LOOK LIKE?

spots that look different might be skin cancer.

For basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma, look for red, pink, or pearly growths that may be tender and bleed for no

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with

apparent reason. For melanoma, remember the ABCDE signs. “A”

over 3 million cancers diagnosed every year. Skin cancer is generally

stands for asymmetry, “B” stands for irregular borders, “C” stands

easy to treat, but, if not detected early, it can be deadly.

for color variation, “D” stands for diameter greater than 6mm (size of a pencil eraser), and “E” stands for evolution or elevation. Any

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO PREVENT SKIN CANCER?

new mole or existing mole that changes and exhibits these signs

Using sunscreen and protecting your skin from harmful ultraviolet

should be checked by a Board-Certified Dermatologist.

radiation is the key to avoiding skin cancer. While it helps to be born with a darker skin tone, brown or black hair, and brown eyes, even

WHAT CAN I DO IF I HAVE SKIN CANCER?

gingers can avoid skin cancer by practicing sun safety.

Within the dermatology community, there are subsets of dermatologists that deal with primarily just skin cancer. Mohs

Avoiding severe sunburns and tanning beds are the easiest ways

surgeons have undergone additional training to treat skin cancer

to prevent melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. But even

with the most precise surgical technique to remove cancer. To do

if you don’t get burned, squamous cell carcinoma can develop in a

this procedure, you must be able to not only just remove cancer,

person who gets too much sun on a regular basis. A better form of

but also be able to see it microscopically. Mohs surgeons are also

protection is clothing with UV protection factor (UPF) ratings. Most

skilled reconstructive surgeons, so these procedures are performed

UPF clothing is relatively thin with breathable fabric so it can be

in the office under local anesthesia, reducing risk to the patient and

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cost to the health care system. Because Mohs surgeons deal

ABOUT DR. JON WARD

general dermatologists. And, as they say, practice makes perfect.

Jon Ward, MD, FAAD, is a

primarily with skin cancer, they see more of these cases than Mohs surgeons truly are the skin cancer experts.

Board-Certified dermatologist

SURGERY SOUNDS SCARY. ARE THERE NONSURGICAL OPTIONS FOR SKIN CANCER?

Yes, there are many options for skin cancer treatment. Every treatment plan is a team decision guided by the physician but

considering patient preference. Depending on the aggressiveness

and depth of the cancer, skin cancer can be treated with topical

creams, freezing hard with liquid nitrogen, laser therapy, or

radiation therapy. A good physician and surgeon will always go through all of the options, even what would happen if you do no therapy at all. An FDA approved device for skin cancer

is the Sensus SRT Vision. It provides precise doses of radiation

to the exact depth needed to treat the skin cancer. The Sensus device uses ultrasound to estimate the precise depth of the

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1. Nick Gurley, G.L. Hall, Lisa Chrastina 2. Donna Wilson, Susan Velazquez 3. Lacey Maxwell, John Dunaway, Michael McCabe 4. Brian Hilario, Lizzie Zinszer 5. Lisa Kern, Christine Horton, Talena Grawburg 6. Garrett Wright, Devyn Delaney

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1. Past Chairman Award, Ryan Davis | Capital City Bank 2. Young Professional of the Year, Maria Wilson | Peoples First Insurance 3. Ambassador of the Year, Jeremy Hinton | Innovations Federal Credit Union 4. 2017 Business Excellence Award Winner, Larry Thompson | Grand Slam Sports Tournaments 5. Humanitarians of the Year, Ric & Bobbie Brigman | Food4Kidz 6. Pioneer of the Year, Bill "Pine" Buskell | Pineapple Willy's & Wicked Wheel

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THE SECRET GARDEN | 2018 ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER RECAP

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he Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce’s celebratory Annual Awards Dinner, themed “The

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Secret Garden,” was a night of recognition as

it honored six outstanding Beach Chamber members on Thursday, February 22, 2018, at Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort. The Beach Chamber would like to thank the Presenting Sponsor, Noble Public Adjusting Group; the Premier Sponsor, Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort; the Platinum Sponsors, United Way of Northwest Florida and REEDS Jewelers; and the Photobooth Sponsor, Peoples First Insurance.

This prestigious event recognized local citizens for their dedication and accomplishments in both the community and the Beach Chamber. These awards included the Pioneer of the Year, Humanitarian of the Year, Ambassador of the Year, Business Excellence Award, Young Professional of the Year, and a dedication to the Chamber’s 2017 Chairman. Last year’s Pioneer of the Year was Doug Gilmore, who built the

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This year’s Young Professional of the Year Award went to the Commercial Lines Producer of Peoples First Insurance, Maria Wilson, whose commitment to her role as a young professional in our community has made a difference in the Beach Chamber.

This year’s Ambassador of the Year Award winner, Jeremy Hinton of Innovations Federal Credit Union, is that and more. Whether it is representing the Beach Chamber at Ribbon Cuttings and Grand Openings, or attending Chamber networking events, he goes above and beyond as an Ambassador. He is a valuable asset to not only the Beach Chamber, but also the community.

Larry Thompson of Grand Slam Sports Tournaments won the Business Excellence Award for his outstanding performance through growth and contributions to both the community and the Beach Chamber.

The Humanitarian of the Year award was given to Ric and Bobbie Brigman with Food4Kidz for their generosity and commitment to helping those less privileged in our community, especially children.

A Pioneer initiates, takes the lead, prepares the way, and participates in the development of a region. This year’s Pioneer of the Year Award was given to Bill “Pine” Buskell of

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The Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate all the award winners and thank everyone who attended this year’s Annual Awards Dinner.

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COMMITTEE UPDATES | HYPE

HYPE

HELPING YOUNG P R O F E S S I O N A L S E V O LV E

BY KRISTOPHER MCLANE

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t’s a new year and that means change is upon us. Some of that change includes saying goodbye to our outgoing Chair, Catherine Collins, and welcoming in our new Chair, Jaclyn Kocher.

Jaclyn is originally from North Carolina and grew up a Special Forces Army Brat. She’s worked in Boston, Chicago, and Miami as a Cosmetologist at high-end hair salons before planting her

feet in beautiful Panama City Beach, which she says has been one of the best decisions she has made as an adult thus far.

The move allowed her to not only be closer to her family who relocated here but also launch her own business, Southernista Fashionista, a business that helps women who are experiencing hair loss find wigs or toppers and customize them. Jaclyn’s real passion is making women feel beautiful and giving them their confidence back.

Jaclyn says that being a part of the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce and HYPE has allowed many blessings to come in her pathway, taking form in both business opportunities and amazing people within our community who she has created relationships with.

Our HYPE Committee is excited to have Jaclyn on board and we are looking forward to another great year in 2018 under our new leadership!

HYPE hosted our annual Kickoff Social at Firefly on January 30th for the fifth year in a row. We want to give a special thanks to Dave Trepanier and Firefly for always welcoming us for this event and raising the bar each year.

We look forward to another awesome year with HYPE and encourage all young professionals in our community to get involved with our group!

About HYPE: We encourage young professionals between the ages of 21 - 40 to get involved in the committee. HYPE hosts monthly events, such as Socials, Professional Development Luncheons, Business Tours, Fundraisers, and more! This committee is open to both Beach Chamber members and non-Beach Chamber members. If you are interested in joining HYPE or would like more information, please email Chamber@PCBeach.org or call (850) 235-1159.

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CAPTION (top): 2018 HYPE Chair Jaclyn Kocher with Southernista Fashionista.

CAPTION (bottom): Dan & Jessika Jordan, and Beth Lentz Mulvey at the 2018 HYPE Kickoff Social at Firefly.

COMMITTEE UPDATES | IDEACAMP

IDEACAMP INSPIRE. ENERGIZE. IGNITE.

BY COURTNEY CALHOUN

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deaCamp has kicked off 2018 with a strong start and we are very excited to see what this year brings!

Gulf Coast Burger Co. hosted our first IdeaCamp, and everyone left with several takeaways—including a sugar rush from those delicious milkshakes! Kevin Elliot was our guest speaker of the evening and he talked about ways to keep realistic goals and resolutions for the New Year. As a professor at FSU Panama City, Kevin was able to bring his entire class to join us for this IdeaCamp. Throughout the night, Kevin’s students were able to network and engage with our audience. Our IdeaCamp team enjoyed it as much as them, and we hope they join us again soon!

The event concluded with a “think tank” session led by Dave Balmer.

Our February IdeaCamp took place at Legendary Marine with two of our favorite speakers, Brian Hilario and Jason Hedden. Brian and Jason led an Improv Workshop in which guests were able to come out of their shells and learn how Improv can help you in your everyday personal and professional life. We had a lot of fun at this IdeaCamp and an awesome turnout as well.

Of course, IdeaCamp would not be possible without our sponsors.

We want to thank our Presenting Sponsor Southwest Airlines, and our additional supporting sponsors Beachy Beach Real Estate, Panama City Toyota, and A Superior Air Conditioning. Without these businesses, we would not be able to have such great events!

IdeaCamp is made up of nine dedicated individuals who volunteer their time and energy all year long for the benefit of the events. I would personally like to give a huge thanks to Lacey Maxwell, Dave Balmer, Mike Calidonna, James Buell, Britt Matthews, Marta Rose-Thorpe, Maria Wilson, and Katelyn French for welcoming me into this group! I was recently hired by the Beach Chamber and was a bit nervous to take this on, but this group has made the transition easy and exciting at the same time!

We are looking forward to an exciting year and hope to see you at an IdeaCamp soon!

What Is IdeaCamp?

IdeaCamp is a forum to inspire, energize, and ignite the community through sharing, connecting, and cultivating of open-minded discussions supporting the free flow of ideas. IdeaCamp creates an experience to learn, engage, and expand your life and your business.

CAPTION (top): Guest Speaker Kevin Elliott at "IdeaCamp | 18 in 18."

CAPTION (bottom): Guests Ellie and Olivia Crosby at Gulf Coast Burger Co. for "IdeaCamp | 18 in 18."

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COMMITTEE UPDATES | AMBASSADORS

AMBASSADORS REPRESENT YOUR CHAMBER

BY JEREMY HINTON

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hat do you call a group of people working together for a common goal?

A coalition? A crew? A network?

I call them Ambassadors. This group promotes member businesses and also works to improve multiple aspects of our community. We share what we call “Chamber Love,” but that is not a catch-phrase, it is a verb. Verbs describe actions and this committee is very active.

In 2017, our committee participated in over 100 community events and added nearly 50 new members to the group. We worked handin-hand with the Chamber staff meeting new businesses, networking, and making new friends. What’s the best part? We get to do it again in 2018!

I would like to thank each and every Ambassador for their contributions in 2017. We are doing great things for our community! I encourage you to help us. You do not need to add 100 events to your calendar to be an Ambassador—just add a few. Help us support and build our community. For more information on our committee, visit the Chamber website at pcbeach.org/ambassadors-committee or call (850) 235-1159.

A M B A S S A D O R S P OT L I G H T | J E S S I C A WA L KO S K I Jessica Walkoski works for TurnKey Vacation Rentals as the General Manager for Panama City Beach to Port St. Joe. Starting her career in tourism and hospitality 19 years ago in Oregon, Jessica has built a professional background that encompasses sales, contract negotiation, pricing strategies, and revenue forecasting— allowing her to provide excellent customer service and building strong business relationships.

Jessica and her husband Kelly Walkoski moved to Panama City Beach CAPTION (Top): Ambassadors Whitney Grogan, Lisa Kern, and Jonathan

to be business entrepreneurs, play in the beautiful Emerald Coast,

and Maryori Jung at a Grand Opening and RIbbon Cutting.

and give back to the communities they serve. Jessica appreciates

CAPTION (Bottom): Ambassador Spotlight, Jessica Walkoski with TurnKey Vacation Rentals.

the business partners she has formed within the awesome Beach Chamber community.

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AROUND TOWN | COMMUNITY. EDUCATION. WORKFORCE. GOVERNMENT.

CAREERSOURCE GULF COAST

KIM BODINE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

In addition to assisting employers in Bay, Gulf, and Franklin Counties, a primary service of CareerSource Gulf Coast is helping job seekers prepare, search, identify, train for, and seize career opportunities.

Whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time, an existing professional, re-entering the workforce, a military veteran/spouse, or looking to enhance skills for better earning power, CareerSource Gulf Coast can assist in guiding you to leading employers and services.

One of our most popular events each year is the Career Expo, offered in partnership with the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce and the Bay County Chamber of Commerce. The date is set and preparations are well underway. The 2018 Career Expo is set for 9 a.m. until Noon on Wednesday, April 4. This 14th annual event will be held in the Holley Center at FSU Panama City. Please note that doors will open at 8:30 a.m. for area veterans, as we always provide priority of service to those who have served our country.

As a team, we are proud of the way this event has evolved. This event hosts employers who have positions that pay a minimum of $15 hourly or $31,000 annually. They offer opportunities specifically targeted to resume-ready job seekers. Among the employers on site last year were Gulf Power, the City of Panama City, Regions Bank, Eastern Shipbuilding Group, and WJHG-TV. There were management

CITY OF PANAMA CITY BEACH When you think of Panama City Beach, the first things that come to mind are the sugar white sand beaches, turquoise green water, and countless days of sunshine. With each trip, visitors are experiencing more than just the beaches, as they can choose from a wide variety of exciting entertainment and endless dining options throughout the beach. As a native to this growing community, I have had the privilege to watch this small beach town develop into a thriving tourist destination.

With millions of guests visiting each year, I am pleased to see the variety of restaurants and entertainment growing in our community and showcasing the diverse flavors and cultures of the beach.

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and leadership opportunities available at local restaurants as well.

The benefits of attending a hiring event are numerous, but perhaps the most significant one is having the opportunity to meet numerous employers face-to-face. If you’re planning to attend, now is the time to prepare. Remember all of the keys to a positive interviewing experience—a firm handshake, a warm smile, eye contact and a strong voice and productive one-on-one interaction. Dress professionally, and present yourself as a confident, skilled individual to further the impact of your positive first impression. Be sure your resume is up-to-date and polished. You should bring several copies to the Career Expo and be prepared to briefly discuss your work experience, skills, and abilities.

Most importantly, set aside time now to register in our system at EmployFlorida.com. This will gain you quicker entry on the day of the event. As you complete the enrollment, be sure to list as many details as possible. If you need help with this step and would like to have one of our workforce professionals review your resume, please visit us.

Stop in, call us, visit our website, or search CareerSource Gulf Coast on Facebook. No matter how you choose to connect, we'll be here to serve you. The CareerSource Gulf Coast Job Center in Panama City is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and you can reach at customerservice@careersourcegc.com or (850) 872-4340, ext.

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MIKE THOMAS MAYOR of new restaurants, attractions, and accommodations throughout the beach, providing the best experience for our visitors, as well as giving stability and opportunity for our residents. Credit for the development of these new businesses is owed to residents of this community, whose promise to the growth of this area and commitment to building strong relationships with our guests are what bring our visitors back year after year. Without the hard work and dedication of the people of our community, we would not have the quality of living that we do now, to which the residents of this city are grateful.

As a Mayor of this beautiful beach, I am humbled to know that our visitors and residents are able to experience all that Panama City Beach has to offer and to create memories that will last for years to come. I am thankful for the visitors and residents of this community who provide opportunity and enjoyment for families to enjoy in the future

BAY DISTRICT SCHOOLS

BILL HUSFELT SUPERINTENDENT

Someone once told me that we have more restaurants per capita in Bay County than anywhere else in the state of Florida. That may or may not be true but I know we have a plethora of eateries ranging from casual to fine dining and I know I certainly enjoy sampling as many as I can.

It makes sense then that Bay District Schools is doing its part to ensure a steady stream of ready-to-work employees for the hospitality industry and we’re doing that with our high school Career and Technical Education (CTE) culinary academies. Our academies are training young men and women for careers in the restaurant industry, while also indulging the passions of collegebound students who just like to cook!

In many cases, we’re giving our students the skills they need to find part-time jobs that will help them throughout their college careers and will serve them well in real life—after all, who doesn’t want to meet someone who loves to cook?

While each program is unique, all are led by passionate chefs and teachers who work hard to ensure their students have real-world opportunities to showcase their talents and chances to earn the industry certifications that will help set them apart in the workforce if they choose to use their culinary talents as a foundation for a career.

J.R. Arnold High School Currently the students enrolled in the culinary program at J.R. Arnold High School can choose from six different levels of culinary curriculum designed to appeal to everyone from the casual chef to those who want to work in the restaurant industry. In 2016-2017, students earned 72 Industry Certifications through the ServSafe testing program for Food Protection Manager Certification. This year, the program hopes to increase those numbers. Arnold students won their 11th first place in the Death by Chocolate event last year and are working on what will be one of the first high school chapters of Skills USA. Bay High School The culinary programs at Bay High School boast an enrollment of 156 students (105 1st year, 27 2nd year, 19 3rd year and 5 4th year).

Students earned 16 industry certifications last year and instructors are hoping to double that number this year. Bay High students are focusing their efforts on learning through outside catering and already have several large events on their resume including pre-game meals and banquets for many of BHS athletic teams, a number of alumni parties and events for several downtown businesses.

A. Crawford Mosley High School Mosley’s program has approximately 100 students enrolled and many more on a waiting list. Under the direction of a new instructor, students are focusing on external catering and competitions. Recently, students have been invited to prepare refreshments for the State Attorney's Office, multiple weddings and several large area events. They catered the dedication of the Gretchen Nelson Scott Fine Arts Center by themselves and guests raved about both the presentation and the taste of the treats they

prepared. In addition to catering, students are busy prepping for their first round of Industry Certification exams.

Rutherford High School The “Home of the Rams” is also the home of a culinary program that has more than 150 students enrolled. RHS students enjoy competing (they have a third place prize in Death by Chocolate) and helping area non-profit organizations like the Empty Bowl Supper fundraiser every spring. The Empty Bowl Supper is a fundraiser to raise money to combat hunger in our community. Specifically, proceeds are used to provide bus passes to the elderly and disabled who do not have personal transportation to help them get to job interviews, community resources and medical appointments. Using their culinary skills to give back to the community is an integral part of the program for Rutherford students.

We continue to partner with industry experts to monitor their needs and to make sure that our students are trained, and have the experiences they need, to become productive members of tomorrow’s workforce whether or not their post-secondary plans include college, university, technical school, the military or immediate employment.

Students in all of our CTE programs, not just culinary, are learning important lessons about responsibility, strong work ethics, personal finance and public speaking. In culinary, they have the added benefit of learning to make tasty treats for themselves, their neighbors and our entire community and that’s a “sweet” partnership for all of us!

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VISIT PANAMA CITY BEACH

DAN ROWE PRESIDENT & CEO

When it comes to entertainment

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night include PCB favorite, Derek Langford, and Southern Living chef extraordinaire Matt Moore.

than Panama City Beach. Being the

The Grand Afternoon Tasting and Cocktail Competition will start

opportunity to provide fun and

experience drinks and dining from all over the world. And what

Real.Fun.Beach means we have the

exciting events for our visitors, allowing individuals and families

alike to create new memories and

build traditions for years to come.

In addition to our 27 miles of sugar-white sand beaches and turquoise

green waters, visitors can spend their spring weekend tasting some

Saturday afternoon off strong, giving visitors the opportunity to

better way to wrap up your afternoon than experiencing an up-close and personal performance by national recording artists St. Paul &

The Broken Bones? This Birmingham based group understands a

good, Southern time, showcasing a mixture of rock and soul grooves through their music. And, if you are hand-picked to open for the Rolling Stones, you have to be good!

of the area’s best cuisine and celebrating the world’s finest craft

UnwineD is just one of the many events that Panama City Beach has

Southern Living magazine. This event, taking place on March 23rd

Festival, Emerald Coast Cruizin’, Emerald Coast Boat and Lifestyle

beer, spirits, and wine at our Annual UNwineD event, presented by

and 24th, offers the perfect cocktail of fun, entertainment, and elegance.

To kick off the weekend, join us in Aaron Bessant Park for the

elegant garden party Biscuits and Jam, as we experience some of

to offer in the spring. Events such as the Panama City Beach Scottish Show, and the 20th Annual Seabreeze Jazz Festival have proven

to bring thousands of visitors to our area during the spring time, ultimately allowing Panama City Beach to become a year-round destination for our visitors.

the South’s best dishes and live musical entertainment. Culinary

So, whether you enjoy soaking up the sunshine on the shoreline,

their creative talents throughout the night. Whipping up a unique

park, there will always be something to do in the World’s Most

chefs, a mixologist, and musical guest Cale Tyson will be sharing combination of delectable eats, the culinary professionals for the

GULF COAST STATE COLLEGE

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Beautiful Beaches.

DR. JOHN HOLDNAK PRESIDENT

Gulf Coast State College prides itself on playing an active role in our community by providing skills, knowledge and training to promote and enhance economic growth in Northwest Florida.

The College continues to work closely with new businesses and industries that are coming to our area, such as GKN Aerospace, which will create more than 100 high paying jobs. Workers for these positions are already getting the necessary training and skills at GCSC right now. It’s important for the College to maintain strong relationships with new businesses and industries to ensure that we can provide the training to fill these new positions with local men and women.

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expanding your culinary palate, or experiencing live music in the

will bring 1,600 airmen to Tyndall by 2020 to support the program, and that number doesn’t include the family members who will be moving with them. This massive influx will play a significant role in boosting our economy, as the need for housing, stores and restaurants among other businesses will rise, in turn, creating more opportunities for Northwest Florida to grow.

Gulf Coast State College will also benefit from the MQ-9 Reaper mission as we have already been talking with 1st Air Force (housed at Tyndall) to align the existing curriculum of our Unmanned Vehicle Systems program to match their wing. We have a vast wealth of knowledge right here in our own backyard, and I am looking forward to working with them to enhance our UVS program and give our students the best education possible.

This is an exciting endeavor for the College and we will continue to recruit new business and industry to relocate into our area. The future of Bay County is looking exceptionally bright and Gulf Coast State College is proud that we’re able to be a part of it!

AROUND TOWN | COMMUNITY. EDUCATION. WORKFORCE. GOVERNMENT.

FSU PANAMA CITY

DR. RANDY HANNA DEAN

This is an exciting time at FSU

To prepare students for their future careers, we have been working

announced and others still being

leaders, student interns can learn about an industry while building

Panama City. With new programs developed, this campus is always evolving to meet the needs of our region and our students.

This year we moved academic advising

and

other

student

resources into the Holley Academic Center to make them more

accessible to students. We also have been enhancing campus

to invigorate our internship program. Working alongside business their resumes. Employers can accomplish more with fresh ideas and perspectives from a younger generation.

For our alumni, we have been hosting networking socials and activities. A group of alumni ambassadors also has agreed to work

alongside our recruiters to share their stories with potential students.

Each of these initiatives has made an impact.

activities and expanding student organizations to ensure each

This fall, we are expecting the largest freshman class to date since

have established clubs based on bass fishing, international cultures,

partners at FSU Tallahassee, we are drawing students from a broader

student can get a well-rounded education. Students this semester computer gaming, and religious worship.

We will continue to collaborate with our partners at Bay District Schools and Gulf Coast State College while renewing partnerships with the region’s homeschool network to offer more multi-cultural

events on campus. Celebrating national events like Black History

Month promotes diversity and allows us to give back to our community partners.

we began offering lower-division courses in 2013. Working with our

geographical range. In addition to our immediate area, our 2018 freshman class comes from South Florida, the East Coast, and New

England. Each of these students bring new life and a new outlook to campus.

As we continue to grow and thrive, I look forward to seeing how FSU Panama City transforms both on campus and within the community.

BAY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

PHILIP "GRIFF" GRIFFITTS DISTRICT 5

Though 2018 has only just begun, Bay County has already accomplished several important milestones.

The score is on a scale of 1-10, with Class 1 being the best possible rating. The lower the number, the better the insurance rate. We are proud of the hard work our employees have done in reaching this achievement. The new rating will take effect May 1.

In January, Bay County Emergency Services received word that the Insurance Services Office (ISO) reduced Bay County Fire Rescue’s rating from a Class 5 to a Class 3, following a survey the organization does every five years that essentially serves as a report card for our fire department.

In other news, in January the Bay County Shooting Range surpassed the $1 million in revenue mark and has well over 50,000 visitors since it first opened in 2014. The range, a partnership between Bay County and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, has expanded significantly since its start. It now features various supervised rifle and handgun ranges as well as an outstanding sporting clays course with a five stand. FWC operates the range on behalf of the county, and they continue to do a great job managing the facility. The Bay County Shooting Range is located at 10900 Steelfield Road in West Bay. Please call (850) 233-5005 for more information.

The improvement could mean significant homeowner’s insurance savings for some residents in the unincorporated areas of the county, specifically those who live within 1,000 feet of a fire hydrant and within five driving miles of a fire station. The ISO survey’s focus is a threefold analysis of Emergency Services’ dispatch and communications capabilities; Bay County Utilities’ ability to provide water for fire suppression; and Fire Rescue employees’ response, training, and equipment maintenance efforts.

Finally, the county’s M.B. Miller Pier will be the site of the inaugural SandJam music festival, an adult-alternative rock festival to be held on the sand at the foot of the pier in late April. The event is expected to have a $14 million impact on the local economy. For more information, please visit sandjamfest.com.

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GRAND OPENINGS + RIBBON CUT TINGS

The Ambassador Committee welcomes the newest members of the Beach Chamber. If you haven’t scheduled your business' Grand Opening or Ribbon Cutting, contact your Membership Representative for more information and available dates.

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2018 is off to a roaring start for

the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce AND our members!

With close to 200 new members

joining the Beach Chamber last

year, 2017 was an incredible year for our organization!

So, you are a member of the Beach

Chamber—now

what?

(This can be a refresher for our

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seasoned members as well.)

Joining the Beach Chamber was a smart move! You have joined

an organization with nearly 1,000 other business owners whose common goal is to keep the economy and quality of life in our area

healthy and prosperous. Now it’s time to make sure you know what

some of your benefits are, so you can take full advantage of your membership. Our members find that the more time they invest in

the Chamber, the greater the benefits of membership are to their business. I encourage you to do the following:

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Connect at Chamber events to build relationships with other members. We host many events for you to choose from like

Business After Hours, Friday at the Beach, IdeaCamp, and many more!

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Join a committee like Ambassadors, Leads Group, or our young

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Attend a 12 @ 12 Luncheon in our Boardroom.

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Keep track of upcoming events with our weekly e-blast, the

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Schedule a Ribbon Cutting.

professionals group, HYPE.

Beach Buzz, and on Facebook.

I always enjoy sitting down with members to discuss their Chamber benefits. Feel free to schedule an appointment with me so we can discuss other ways we can help your business grow!

Here’s to Connecting the Dots,

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Shannon Richmond

shannon@pcbeach.org | (850) 890-8069

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NEW MEMBERS 13 Hub Lane Aflac Aim Higher Home Inspection Anthony Perone Argo Consulting Group, LLC Avenue Sea Avian, LLC Bar 72 Sheraton Bay Point Bark, Baths & Beyond PCB Beach Boss Club Beach Medical Concierge Beachfront Adventures, LLC Better Than Ever Marketing

Bonefish Grill Booking.com Boomerang Pizza Kitchen Bullseye Digital Marketing Cahall's CertaPro Painters of Northwest Florida Christo's Sports Bar & Grill D.K. Media, LLC Deezigns & Graphics Doctor By The Bay, Jeffery Johns D.O. Entertainment Lives Here, LLC Escape Manor Events By Nouveau

Flip Flops Restaurant Fresh Market Grand Lagoon Life GTS Weddings Horton Outdoor Advertising Hospitality Staffing Solutions Just Jump Trampoline Park Kelly's Clear Pools Lann the Water Man Law Office of Rebecca Southwell Daffin Limelight by Alcone - Elizabeth Fulton Limitless Health and Wellness, LLC

RENE WALS 1 YEAR America's Swimming Pool Co. serving Panama City Anchorage Children's Home Caliber Home Loans Gulf Beach Weddings Lighthouse Church Paradise Properties Vacation Rentals & Sales Pivot Point Redesign Pregnancy Resource Center of Panama City Restaurant Equipment Depot Senator George Gainer The Celebration Place The HOPE Project The Pancakery of PCB The Pour Coffee House Two Men And A Truck 2 YEARS Art Construction of NW FL, LLC Bayside Design & Photography Beach Dental Studio Beachy-cations, LLC City Produce Coastal Sun Realty Destination Panama City Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fox Delivery & Designer Logistics Ink Trax, Inc. Karen L. Crisp L.P.I. Landrum Human Resources Nick's Slice of Brooklyn Nivol Brewing Co. Ocean Breeze By The Sea Resorts Officiant Doug Quincy's Air Conditioning Rainbow Pediatrics SouthernCAT, Inc. Stanley E. Peacock, P.A. Woodham Rentals & Sales 68

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3 YEARS Aqua View Motel B&H Towels & Linens Emerald Coast Alarms, Inc. Florida Department of Health in Bay County Four Star Condo Services GNS Embroidery & Screen Printing Jersey Mike's Subs Montego Bay Out Of The Blue Venue, LLC Shrimp Basket Panama City, Inc. SmartBank State Representative Jay Trumbull Sugar Sands Insurance, Inc. 4 YEARS Beach Powered Mobility Brown Insurance Agency, LLC - Allstate Epic Photo Co. Morris Law Firm Panhandle Getaways Patches Pub & Grill Roussos Air Conditioning Runaway Island Beach Bar & Grill Smith & Associates Property Management of Bay County, Inc. Universal Engineering Sciences VIP Resort Properties, LLC Workout Anytime 5 YEARS Beach Art Group Beach Boys Shuttle, Taxi & Limo, LLC City of Panama City Beach Parks & Recreation Koehnemann Construction Mr. Trash, LLC Noble Public Adjusting Group/Eagle Eye Estimates PCB Entertainment, LLC Pier Park Walmart Supercenter #3119 The Print Shop, LLC

Uncle Ernie's Bayfront Grill & Brew House 6 YEARS Blue Swell Vacation Rentals Carpe Diem Community Solutions Classic Carpets Plus Color Tile Community Bank Emerald Coast Medical Association First International Title, Inc. Fishale Taphouse & Grill Georgia Tech Research Institute Joey Kirkland Insurance, Inc. Liberty National Insurance Nichols & Associates of Bay County, Inc. Samuel Taylor Homes 7 YEARS Bay County Alzheimers Alliance, Inc. Florida Health Connector Florida Pest Control & Chemical Co. Haney Technical Center IA Aerial Photography Man in the Sea Museum MarineMax Panama Beach Time Seacrest Wolf Preserve Tervis 8 YEARS Animal Care Center/Beaches Pet Resort Barry Tate Centennial Bank Fitness 360 Herbafex Prine Orthodontics Southwest Airlines 9 YEARS Children's Home Society of Florida Emerald Coast Dale Carnegie Training Factory Direct Furniture LLC

NEW + RENEWING MEMBERS

Maid Pro MAP Negotiation Workshop MarketFest Michael K. Productions, LLC Mission BBQ Optimal Life Outdoor Solutions of Florida Overwatch Risk Solutions, LLC Panama City Beach Winery Panhandle Orthopaedics Pay It Foward Every Day, LLC PCB Leasing Group LLC Pelican's Restaurant

Premier Designs Jewelry Princess Wedding Co. Red Alert Diving Rest Ashore Home Inspections, LLC Right Way Ministries USA, Inc. Riviera Creamery Rooter Man Santa at PCB Sarten Serenity Spa at Sheraton Bay Point Resort Signature Weddings and Events Sign Erectors, Inc. SKY Fitness & Nutrition, LLC

SpotOn Strategic Business Systems, Inc. (SBS) That Cleaning Chick, LLC The Beach 360 Tides Restaurant Tim Turek Architect Tink Labs/handy Watercrest Owners Association Inc. White's Wealth (W-2)

Hidden Lagoon Super Racetrack and Golf, Inc. Martin Theatre Panama City Rescue Mission and Thrift Stores Waste Pro Panama City

Counts Real Estate Group, Inc. Dewberry Engineers, Inc.

21 YEARS Grease Pro, Inc. Plumb Better, Inc.

10 YEARS Back Porch - Bay County Beach Beginnings Weddings & Events Buffalo Wild Wings Cornerstone Marketing & Advertising, Inc. Lori Bates Interiors Ocean Reef Vacation Rentals & Real Estate Panama City Beach Center for Cosmetic & Family Dentistry Pompano Joe's Reliable Copy Products Ron Jon Surf Shop The UPS Store 6067 Troy University - Panama City Tuffy Auto Service Center Wyndham Vacation Resorts 11 YEARS Bay Education Foundation California Cycles The Clemons Company, Inc. JC Penney Lowe's Maharaja's The Retreat at PCB Treasure Island Resort Rentals, Inc. 12 YEARS B & C Technologies Beltone Hearing Center Carrabbas Italian Grill Dr. Myra Personalized Medicine Fowhand Furniture Holiday Terrace Motel 13 YEARS Beachside Fellowship Comfort Suites

14 YEARS Emerald Coast Dental Spa & Dental Sleep Medicine MidSouth Bank Retina Specialty Institute 15 YEARS Coastal Community Insurance Agency Diamond Title Agency, Inc. Legacy By The Sea Resorts Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast 16 YEARS Buddy's Seafood Market Holiday Inn Club Vacations Northwest Florida Surgery Center SETCO Services, LLC St. Bernadette Child Development Academy Thunder Beach Productions, Inc. 17 YEARS American Red Cross/Central Panhandle Chapter Boomer Aviation, Inc. Hidden Dunes Condominiums Tim Allen Photography 18 YEARS Bay County Board of County Commissioners Beach Scene Covenant Care FSBDC Mr. Surf's Surf Shop Sea Side Villas Condominium, Inc.

22 YEARS Camper's Inn, Inc. Central Panhandle Association of Realtors Driftwood Lodge Padgett Business Service PCB Map Company State Attorney's Office 23 YEARS Mariner West Owner's Association Pro Sound Entertainment 24 YEARS Gulf Coast State College Kedrick Cerry, Inc. 25 YEARS Cox Pools Culligan Water Services Hombre Golf Club Lewis Advertising & Distribution Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport 26 YEARS The Shores Homeowners Association WPGX TV Fox 28 27 YEARS City of Panama City Beach Kilgore's Flooring & Ceramic Tile, Inc.

19 YEARS Hospitality Depot, Inc.

28 YEARS Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort Goodwill Industries Spinnaker

20 YEARS Panama City Downtown Improvement Board

31 YEARS Bikini Beach Resort

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Packing Supplies LP Gas

Job Seekers get ready!

CareerSource Gulf Coast invites you to participate in the 14th Annual Career Expo at the Holley Center on the campus of FSU Panama City. It is an excellent opportunity for resume-ready job seekers to visit with the area’s top employers at one event! Get in faster by registering now at EmployFlorida.com

Wednesday, April 4 9 a.m.-Noon at FSU-PC Doors Open at 8:30 a.m. for Veterans!

Stay Informed!

Visit our website: CareerSourceGC.com Email: CustomerService@CareerSourceGC.com Call: 850.872.4340, ext. 100

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