The Connection Magazine - Forward Thinking

LET’S DO WELL TOGETHER

At Lakewood Ranch Medical Center our network of care provides highquality, individualized care for you and your family – close to where you live, work and play.

Our network includes:

• Lakewood Ranch Medical Center –Offering services ranging from cardiovascular care and orthopedics to women’s services/obstetrics and stroke.

• ER at Fruitville* – A full-service, freestanding emergency department with board-certified physicians who provide emergency care. Full-service laboratory, X-ray and CT are available onsite.

• Lakewood Ranch Medical Group –From primary care to specialty cardiac, OB/GYN and general surgery, our affiliated physicians and allied health professionals deliver quality healthcare services to all age groups.

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For more information, go to lakewoodranchmedicalcenter.com

For a physician referral, call 800-454-8215.

8330 Lakewood Ranch Boulevard Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202

*This emergency department is part of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. This is not an urgent care center. Its services and care are billed at hospital emergency department rates. Physicians are on the medical staff of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. For language assistance, disability accommodations and the nondiscrimination notice, visit our website.

We’re Looking Ahead with Strategic Vision

The first quarter of marital bliss has flown by as I have taken my role as Chair of the Board. Not only did we sell out at our Annual Luncheon, but other events too, including the Ranch Scramble in April!

We’re in the Business of Connecting

Happy Spring! I can’t believe it’s already April and how fast time is flying. We just finished our membership renewal season. Thank you so much for your support of the Alliance. As we enter quarter two, I want to share how you can engage with us the rest of the year.

Chair of the Board

We continue to recieve praise from our members for our programming and events, while Alliance leadership forges the path towards our 20th and 25th anniversaries. Now in our 18th year, the Alliance continues to evolve, never losing sight of our core mission to Connect, Educate and Strengthen the business community in the Lakewood Ranch Region.

Our goal has been, and will always be, to provide valuable connections, community, and engagement for our members - the fabric of our identity. With our place in the Sarasota and Manatee County region, we will continue to advocate for our member businesses. Thank you for your trust and investment in the Alliance—nearly two decades in, and this is only the beginning.

Erik Hanson 2023 Chair of the Board

In membership organizations, I always see the strongest return on investment when companies have multiple layers of connection. That means, if you are a company with multiple employees each of them can find their unique way of participating with the Alliance.

• Ages 21-40 can join the Young Leaders Alliance

• C-Suite investors can connect with other business leaders at our Breakfast with the Chairman and annual events.

• Our professional development opportunities and socials are great for your staff to meet other professionals in the region.

• Get involved in one of our seven committees.

As an added benefit, we can create as many individual profiles for your team as you need. Making sure we are communicating with the right people within your company is a big goal for us this year. Always be on the lookout for communications from Lindsay Hartman on how you can utilize the online portal to add contacts, enhance your profile and update your business listing.

Whether you are a one man band or a large company, we want to know your staff and help you get a strong return on investment. We are here to help.

Brittany Lamont LWRBA President/CEO

ON THE CALENDAR

FOR A FULL AND UP TO DATE LIST VISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.LWRBA.ORG/EVENTS

April Networking Social

Wednesday, April 12 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Loaded Cannon Distillery

April Lunch with Ranchers

Tuesday, April 18 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Lakewood National Golf Club

April Luncheon

Wednesday, April 19 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Grove Ballroom

May Networking Social

Tuesday, May 2 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM Brown & Brown Insurance

May LEADS Program

Wednesday, May 10 | 7:30 - 9:00 AM Keiser University

May Lunch with Ranchers

Thursday, May 18 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Gecko’s on Fruitville

May Luncheon

Wednesday, May 24 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club

June Networking Social

Wednesday, June 7 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee

Activity Centered Event

Wednesday, June 14 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Norman Love Confections - Sarasota

Breakfast of Champions

Friday, June 16 | 7:30 - 9:00 AM

EVEN Hotel

June Lunch with Ranchers

Tuesday, June 20 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Location TBD

June Luncheon

Wednesday, June 28 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club

Pictures provided by Jessica Guadagno Photography

SAY CHEESE!

This winter we started our year with a bang by welcoming our new board members at our Annual Luncheon, attending State Delegation meetings to talk about our legislative priorities and kicking off our year with great programs and fun events! Check it out!

> Find us on Facebook and Instagram for more photos from all of our events!

Connecting

the community is our destination

With eleven airlines and 50+ nonstop destinations, the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is proud to be a vital resource for growth through tourism. We’re honored to be a member of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance and provide a service that enhances the economic well-being of our community.

FORWARD THINKING

An inside look at our recent trip to Florida’s capital

The Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance continues to monitor the public policy issues that affect our business community.

This led to our annual trip to Tallahassee ahead of the Florida Legislative Session in February.

Members of the Governmental Affairs Committee, Casey Welch, David Fink, David

Otterness, Greg Green and Ron Beck joined President and CEO, Brittany Lamont to share our Legislative Agenda for 2023.

This document outlines the issues we are monitoring in our region on behalf of the business community.

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“ Meeting with our legislative representatives has served the important purpose of creating strong relationships, giving the Alliance friends in Tallahassee who can help us ensure issues that are important to our membership get the attention they deserve.“

David Fink Partner, Lifestyle Freedom Group and Former LWRBA Chair of the Board

SENATOR

JIM BOYD

OUR Top LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES

WHAT WE SUPPORT

Support policy/legislation that assists business expansion, resiliency, and relocation in Florida.

Support policy/legislation that creates a highly skilled workforce prepared for the careers and positions of today and tomorrow, including industry certification, rapid credentialing, apprenticeships, and investment in the K-20 systems.

Support policy/legislation that promotes the efficient access and movement of people, products, services, and opportunities.

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Affordable Housing Options Stability in the insurance market

Equitable Funding for higher education

Expansion of road and infastructure projects in the region

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“ These meetings allowed for the opportunity to go over top legislative priorities of our membership and what we, as the LWRBA, can do to better communicate between our local area and the delegation that represents us.

David Otterness

Vice President, Willis Smith Construction and Deputy Chair of the LWRBA Board

SENATOR JOE GRUTERS

REPRESENTATIVE MICHAEL GRANT

REPRESENTATIVE TOMMY GREGORY

RIBBON CUTTINGS

CELEBRATING LOCAL BUSINESSES

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

2H Rescreening

Alzheimer’s Association

Assisted Home Health Inc.

All 4 the Members

Bagaro

Baltimore Orioles

Camelot Community Care

Carol Stewart Realtor

Chargers Soccer Club at Lakewood Ranch

City Lifestyle Lakewood Ranch

Comparion Insurance

Consult HR Partners, LLC

Da Mimmo Tours of Italy

DeAngelis Diamond Construction

DynaMight Movers

Dynasty Dance Clubs LWR

East Manatee Bulldogs

Elizabeth Anzellini - Your Global Connection

Envision Business LLC

Everglades University

Forked at Waterside

Friends of the Lakewood Ranch Library

FSBDC at USF

Full Spectrum Financial Group

Georgies UTC Restaurant & Bar

Gulfside Elevator, A Division Of Southeast Elevator

King Albert Management

Koenreich Enterprises

Lavender Family Chiropractic

Local Trend Media

Lukasa

Mark Boehmig Realtor

Naples Asset Management Company LLC

Parenting Matters

Pamela Modiset Realtor

Proactive Tactical Security Operations

Ramos Center

Rapid Response Team

Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar

Selah Freedom

SERVPRO of North Sarasota

Stacy Rosenberg Realtor

The Exercise Coach - Lakewood Ranch

The Goal Guide Inc.

The Lake Club Women’s Giving Circle

Truly Nolen Pest Control

UTC Venture Group

For a complete member list, visit www.lwrba.org/MemberDirectory.

Interested in becoming a member? Contact our Membership Development Representative Blake Frey at BlakeFrey@LWRBA.org

F45 LWR East

Bank of Tamp LWR

The Exercise Coach

Town Square

Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar

ON THE CALENDAR

As an extension of the LWRBA, the Young Leaders Alliance provides a platform to engage young professionals in the Lakewood Ranch area.

Build meaningful relationships and meet new friends at these upcoming YLA events!

April Networking Social

Wednesday, April 12 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Loaded Cannon Distillery

May Luncheon

Thursday, May 25 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

EVEN Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch

June Networking Social

Thursday, June 22 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Location TBD

We specialize in a wide-ranging selection of house made dishes that emphasize fresh seasonal ingredients and carefully crafted cocktails that are elevated, yet approachable. Gathering spaces include a casual patio, a relaxing lounge, intimate private rooms and a lively, modern bar. Stop in for our Daily Happy Hour from 3-7 pm or weekend Brunch!

10670 BOARDWALK LOOP LAKEWOOD RANCH | 941.893.4321 GROVELWR.COM

Blaine Morrison Vice President, Credit Senior Manager Now Open in Lakewood Ranch. Staffed with bankers who have deep roots in the Manatee market, our bank’s focus for over 38 years has been to serve owner-managed businesses, professional firms, and families that want a strong, local connection with their bank and banker. Grow with us. SARASOTA & MANATEE 10650 BOARDWALK LOOP I LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL 34202

Our goal has always been to help meet yours. Today, we’re here for you in more ways than ever. With more locations, more services, and more expertise to help you wherever life takes you.

This is banking at its best. This is Banking Forward.

PrintShield Antimicrobial Printing

Regional President Chris Perkins Renee Brady Premier Private Banker Consumer Bank Market Manger

WE HELP YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL GOALS

REATIVITY OMMITMENT ARING

A PROUD LEADER IN TAX, ACCOUNTING, FINANCIAL PLANNING, ASSURANCE AND OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.

SCAN ME!

SARASOTA/BRADENTON

2381 Fruitville Road Sarasota, FL 34237 941.366.2983

VENICE 333 West Miami Avenue Venice, FL 34237 941.485.4847

your friendly fashion destination

“I received a gift certificate for Scout & Molly’s for Christmas, & ordered my first piece of custom made apparel - a jumpsuit. It came out perfect - the fit, the color & the style - and I LOVE it. The owner & her staff are very easy and pleasant to work with. I highly recommend them for that unique outfit you want for a special occasion”.

“I’ve been a customer at Scout & Molly’s for years, because I love their style and their attentive, personal service. Every time you shop, you leave feeling great. You also leave with amazing clothes that fit perfectly. When something comes in they think I’ll like, they set it aside, and they’re right — I always love it!”

941-210-4686

5275 University Pkwy Suite 132 Bradenton, FL 34201 scoutandmollys.com/lakewood-ranch-FL

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-Janet Bloom

nikki simon OWNER

“They truly know and appreciate their customers’ style!”

-Maria Perna-Scro

SHARE THE POWER OF CONNECTION FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $100

Take advantage of this exciting referral program for a chance to win BIG! For each new member business you refer to the Alliance, you’ll receive one entry into our quarterly drawing for a chance to win $100 Visa Gift Card.

MEMBER 2 MEMBER DISCOUNTS IN EASY STEPS 4

This program encourages our members to choose other member organizations when making purchasing decisions. It’s a great way to attract customers, build relationships, save money and strengthen our local economy. There are currently over 650 LWRBA members to connect with. The result is significant purchasing power that can positively impact your business.

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Use your network and identify businesses that will benefit from membership in the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance.

Share your personal experience on how the Alliance has helped your business and encourage that they join, too.

Refer them to www.LWRBA.org/join

Make sure they enter your name in the Member Referral – Ranch Rewards field on the membership application.

That’s it! For each new member referred, you’ll gain one entry into the drawing. Quarterly winners will be selected and announced the first week of July, October, and January.

1. Head to www.lwrba.org and login.

2. Select the Membership dropdown at the top.

3. Click the + in the top right corner.

4. Fill out the required information and wait for a staff member to approve your discount!