THINGS ARE REALLY HEATING UP
It’s August...so bring on the heat: Our time in SWFL is sizzling in more ways than one!
What have we been up to this summer? Well, first, there were many vacations. We saw your beautiful posts all over Instagram and Facebook, with so many Lady Bosses out and about in the U.S. and overseas.
The restaurants are alive with happy hour and dining specials. Local organizations are releasing their social calendars and action-packed events for the “season”. The rain cools us off every afternoon – only to heat us up again with steamy nights. We are enjoying the last days of a carefree summer before more obligations and meetings fill our calendars.
You know what else is heating up? Our programming schedule for the new season of The Ladies Power Lunch! Whether you are a first-timer or a returning guest, we are delighted to have you join us. Be sure to check out our full page ad with dates for the entire season of The Ladies Power Lunch taking place from September to April at Vineyards Country Club in Naples.
In this issue we take a look back at one of our signature events, which is new to Naples – but a long-standing tradition in our arsenal of fun. The Ladies Power Lunch – Lady Boss Crawl. Our guests enjoyed breakfast, lunch and shopping – plus some incredible connections as we all “crawled” around Naples.
We also fill you in about a real treasure here in town: The AC hotel. Scott and I stay there once in a while, just to be closer to the action of 5th Avenue South. The rooftop bar and “Limon” restaurant are great and we love their service!
The fun is just beginning! If you want to be involved as a sponsor and promote your business at one of our upcoming events, be sure to drop us a line at hello@theladiespowerlunch.com
See you around town!
PUBLISHER
Suzy Beth Sarver
GRAPHICS
Gretchen Kish Serrano
PRODUCTION
Jenny Smith-McKinney
Bee Shining Media Group, Inc.
MARKETING
EJ Joseph
PHOTOGRAPHY
Helen Werner
CONTRIBUTORS
Tildon Dunn, Janis James, Buffy Mac EVENT TEAM
Bella Holan, Jonathan Lopez, Megan Morris, Rhiannon Payne
CONSULTANT
Scott H. McElhaney
PHONE 239-984-3130
hello@theladiespowerlunch.com
MAILING ADDRESS
Bee Shining Media Group, Inc. 7901 4th St N. Suite 300
St. Petersburg, FL 33702
In Memoriam
The ultimate Lady Boss
Susanne Robbins-Munsell
www.theladiespowerlunch.com
Crawl LADY BOSS
Apower packed day was in store for a group of 45 Ladies celebrating Christmas in July. Our day kicked off with a delicious breakfast and hot cocoa bar courtesy of the AC Hotel in downtown Naples. Five stops along the way and a lot of fun!
ENGLE RENU
SOUTHERN
IN JULY
AC HOTEL NAPLES
We would like to thank our location sponsors She Can Love, Elsie in Naples, Southern Sunday, Engle Renu Spa and Trish Kaufman-ML in addition to the coach sponsors, the incredible team at AC Hotel Naples, the staff at Brio Italian in Waterside Shops! Thank you for supporting programs for women in Southwest Florida.
TRISH KAUFMAN, MERRILL LYNCH
MEET KRISTINA PARK
Naples Chamber Plans Reception for CEO on Tuesday, August 20
Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce plans an informal reception from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20 with CEO Kristina Park at the Baker Senior Center.
The event provides for an opportunity for community residents and Chamber members to meet Park — and enjoy light refreshments. Online registration at napleschamber.org. closes at 3pm on Monday, Aug. 19 (or when capacity is reached).
This informal reception allows attendees the chance to have a relaxed conversation with the CEO. The reception includes light refreshments.
Baker Senior Center is located at 6200 Autumn Oaks Lane in Naples. For more information on the event, contact Bethany Sawyer at 239-298-7934.
BUSINESS AFTER 5 MEMBER SHOWCASE
PLANNED AUG. 15
A night of networking at a special Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce member showcase is planned for 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15, at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa.
The “Business After 5 Member Showcase'' provides attendees the opportunity to learn about the products and services available from members, while networking with other area business professionals. Attendees may also enjoy delicious food, refreshing beverages while strolling through the booths.
Attendee registration is online and closes at 12 noon on Aug. 15. Chamber member exhibitor registration closes at 5 p.m. on Aug. 8.
Tuesday, Aug. 20 8:00-9:30 A.M. Baker Senior Center
Companies can reach community leaders while showcasing their information and/or products. Exhibitor registration includes four event tickets and complimentary parking.
For more information, call 239-262-6376. Attendee registration is online and closes at 12 noon on Aug. 15. Chamber member exhibitor registration closes at 5 p.m. on Aug. 8.
