Boca Chamber CONNECTION by Morgan Goldstein

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Publisher: Troy M. McLellan Editor: Audra Hodges

Greater Boca Raton Chamber Of Commerce OFFICERS Cheryl Budd, NCCI Holdings, Inc., Chair

Table of Contents

Message - Chamber President �� . 3 Photo Collage �� . 4 Allianz �� 5 DIAMOND Award �� 6 Member Anniversaries �� 9

Keith O'Donnell, Flagler Real Estate Services,Chair-Elect

Trustee �� 10

Randy Nobles, Comerica Wealth & Institutional

Ambassador Spotlight ��11

Management, Vice Chair

The Boca Chamber "Seen" �� 12-13

Kevin Ross, Ed.D., Lynn University, Vice Chair

Business Update �� . 14-15

Jerry Fedele, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Treasurer Troy M. McLellan, CCE, President & CEO/Secretary John T. Mulhall III, Rutherford Mulhall, P.A., Immediate Past Chair

Chamber Bash �� 15 Member News �� 16-17 Business Awards Luncheon �� 17 Ribbon Cuttings �� 18

DIRECTORS

Boca Bacchanal �� 19

Stephen Ast, Boca Raton Resort & Club

Leadership Boca �� 20

Anthony Barbar, Barbar & Associates, LLC

Member Spotlight �� 20

Vic Beninate, AT&T Michael Daszkal, Daszkal Bolton, LLP Melanie Dickinson, South Florida Business Journal

Events Calendar �� 21 New Members �� 22-23

Mitch Feldman, West Boca Medical Center Peter Foley, Bank of America

In 1952, Albert Edelhoff donated six months of

Peter Gallo, Ph. D., Saint Andrew’s School Michael Kaufman, Kaufman Lynn Construction

rent-free space in his office building (at left),

Bonnie Kaye, Kaye Communications Inc.

later known as the Haggerty Building, to the

Rick Konsavage, Ocean Properties Ltd. Monica Luechtefeld, Office Depot

Chamber. One of the first orders of business

Joseph Pores, Call 4 Health

was to erect a separate building (seen on the

Burt Rapoport, Rapoport’s Restaurant Group Jackie Reeves, Bell Rock Capital

Cover) on Federal Highway, across from the

Rocki Rockingham, Jarden Consumer Solutions

old City Hall in what is now known as Sanborn

Tim Snow, George Snow Scholarship Fund, Inc Chuck Stout, Meridian Insurance Group, LLC

Square.

Ethel Isaacs Williams, Florida Power & Light Co. Many thanks to the Boca Raton Historical Society for images and facts for this issue.

PROFESSIONAL TEAM Troy M. McLellan, CCE, President & CEO

Cover Images:

Beth Johnston, Executive Vice President Firdaus Dotiwala, V.P., Finance & Administration Sarah Pearson, V.P., Business Development Audra Hodges, Marketing & Communications Coordinator Chasity J. Navarro, Events Coordinator Steven Bleier, Senior Sales Associate Sharon Ramsey, Sales Associate Kathy Sheridan, Member Service & Administrative Associate

THEN: (L to R) 1953 Chamber President Henry Warren, Secretary Fred Jungbluth, Vice President Roger White, and Office Manager Ruth Lawson sit outside the first official Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce Building. NOW: (L to R) 2012 Chamber Vice Chair Dr. Kevin Ross, Vice Chair Randy Nobles, President & CEO Troy McLellan, and Chair Cheryl Budd sit outside the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce building.

Lynn B. Grant, Executive Assistant

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After 60 Years, Advocating for Business is Still Our Business A Message from your Chamber President

Happy New Year! Sixty years ago, the newlycreated Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce connected a network of local merchants who lived locally, shopped locally, and of course, worked locally. In the early 50s, the Chamber ran an informal membership drive by literally driving around town on Old Betsy, a grand old firetruck, going from business to business to tell them about the benefits of forming a strong community through tight business relationships. By Troy M. McLellan, CCE President & CEO, GBRCC

The Boca Chamber and the professionals who comprise our membership are some of the best examples of true business leadership and economic foresight. For 60 years, the consistent, crucial element of our success has been our volunteer leadership. We know we are in great hands with our current Chair Cheryl Budd of NCCI Holdings. In fact, many members of our Chamber Board of Directors are actively involved in important initiatives, like the 2012 Presidential Debate at Lynn University and MedUTech. MedUTech is an initiative focused on building up Boca's current cross-section of healthcare, education and technology industries. Current indicators show that these industries will be the nation’s new economic drivers and ensure our community's future prosperity.

The business people, then as now, realized the importance of knowing who you are doing business with, and that positive experiences lead to customer loyalty. The truth in this philosophy was evident. The Chamber membership quickly grew, as did the local economy.

'Old Betsy' was a great vehicle for business.

Today, in the incredibly digital year of 2012, I am glad to live in an area where the people, institutions and industries are all so focused on enhancing the family and work life on a local level. Many small business owners and employees of large Bocabased companies live locally, put their children through the local education system, pay taxes locally and spend their earnings right here as well. Every facet of community life in Boca Raton is doing their part to ensure our future success. The City of Boca Raton works to keep our world-class public services working at peak efficiency. Boca’s A-rated school system is doing an amazing job with an all-too-often trimmed budget. Our non-profit organizations work tirelessly to provide vital services to those who are in need. For our part, the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce strives to be the area’s pro-business catalyst in order to sustain a strong current of job creation and economic growth for our area.

On this, the Chamber’s 60th anniversary, our concept of community has evolved and grown into an international network of business leaders. Yet, our core goal remains the same: no matter if your company employs one or 10,001, the Boca Chamber helps you foster business strength through relationships and advocacy efforts, thereby facilitating the prosperity of Boca Raton and the surrounding communities.

Throughout the year, we urge you to get to know your Chamber community. Relationships lead to business referrals and strong business experiences will help your business grow. We also encourage you to “Buy Chamber” – to make sure your dollars keep benefitting Boca. The Chamber – through its advocacy efforts at the local, state, regional and national level, and through its educational programming and networking events – will continue to work to build a thriving community. The year 2012 marks significant milestones for many of our community and business partners. Whether your business is celebrating 50 years, 10 years or five days of business, know that your Chamber is here to help you continue on the road to success. I want to thank you for your commitment to good business and your support of the Chamber. Let's enjoy celebrating the last 60 years and get ready for the next 60!

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Building Boca Over the Years!

The 1956 Boca Chamber Staff poses for a photo.

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In the late 50s, the rapidly expanding Chamber moved into this building, which the Historical Society aptly described as "swanky". Today, Sonny's Gelato Cafe sits on this land.

Onward and Upward

In 1974, the Chamber moved once again, into its current home on Dixie Highway. Below, Franklin "Bud" Stewart, the then Chamber President speaks at the groundbreaking ceremony.

... And Today

Some things never change. In 1979 and in 2008, women were (and continue to be) a driving force on the Chamber's professional team.

In 1985, MJ "Mike" Arts became President of the Chamber and guided Boca's business community for another 20 years. Here he is (at right) with 1988 Chair Frank Bennardo..

Many of our member businesses and schools celebrating incredible milestones in 2012. We congratulate you all!

If your company has a milestone to showcase, send the details, along with a brief 2-3 line company description and your logo to info@bocaratonchamber.com - subject line: Attn: Anniversary/COMM; or tell us about it on our Facebook Fan Page! We are going to be celebrating all year - join us!

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Chair Cheryl Budd and Troy McLellan are leading the charge to promote job creation and sustainable economic growth as we start the next 60 years!

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Allianz Championship The Allianz Championship, a PGA Champions Tour tournament, returns to The Old Course at Broken Sound Club from February 6-12, 2012 bringing the legendary champions of golf to Boca Raton for a celebrated week-long PGA Champions Tour event that tees up a series of interactive, "up close and personal" pre- and during tournament events including “Grapes on the Green” wine event and Family Day, while driving net proceeds to benefit Boca Raton Regional Hospital. The tournament is the PGA Champions Tour's first tournament of the early-season Florida swing with the Golf Channel televising live all three rounds of the championship golf in beautiful Boca Raton. General admission is free due to the generosity of sponsors and upgraded VIP tickets are available for purchase. Boca Chamber Members recieve 10 % off all tickets. (Offer good until until January 29, 2012.)

(L to R) John Crean, General Manager and Chief Operating Officer, Broken Sound Club; Russ Bodie, Principal, The Smart Group; and Ryan Dillon, Tournament Director, Allianz Championship

New this year the tournament plans to set green event benchmarks by developing a comprehensive carbon footprint event analysis, taking the initiative to power the event with 100% renewable energy, and implementing a zero waste program with education of spectators, players and vendors about the benefits of going green in their daily business and personal spaces. Also Hall of Famer Annika Sorenstam will be headlining the Executive Women’s Day on Tuesday, February 7th with a brunch, clinic and golf. • Club 18 Skybox: $175 (includes food & open bar) • VIP Partners Club: $75 (includes 2 beers or wine and appetizers) • “Grapes on the Green” Golf & Wine Experience: $85 (includes wine glass and lanyard)

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Follow the legends of golf such as 2011 champion Tom Lehman, 2010 champion Bernhard Langer, Mark Calcavecchia, Fuzzy Zoeller, and many more as they vie for the $1.8 million championship purse. All events will be held at The Old Course at Broken Sound at 1401 NW 51st Street in Boca Raton; for updates and information call 561.241. GOLF or visit www.allianzchampionship.com.

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The prestigious DIAMOND Award luncheon honors a woman who enjoys success in her field, while making a difference in the Boca Raton Community. In 2012, the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce honors Marta I. Rendon, M.D., as the recipient of the Annual DIAMOND Award. A DIAMOND Businesswoman is: Dedicated, Inspiring, Accomplished, Motivated, Outstanding, Noble, and Driven to help make her community shine.

OUR HONOREE:

DR. MARTA I. RENDON

Passion for people, her family, and her life-long mission to advance science, research technologies, and dermatologic medicine personifies the woman affectionately known as “Eagle Eye Rendon.” Since she was a young girl, Marta I. Rendon, M.D. has had a deep fascination with science. It would come as no surprise to her parents one day that they would discover their nine year old daughter dissecting a frog for the pure wonderment of knowledge in her room at her birthplace of Medellin, Colombia. Dr. Rendon’s enchantment with science continued through her teen years, where she excelled in school and completed her high school education two years early. She persevered through medical school, earning her medical degree from the prestigious University of Puerto Rico in San Juan before the age of 23. Although Dr Rendon completed her internal medicine residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, Dr. Rendon’s compassion for her grandmother’s skin disease of Psoriasis ultimately lead to her to her true calling of dermatology; The dynamo completed her residency in dermatology at Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas.

Dr. Marta I. Rendon Rendon Center for Dermatology & Aesthetic Medicine

Fast forward 25-years later and Dr. Rendon finds herself seated as the medical director at her flourishing private practice in Boca Raton, Florida--The Rendon Center for Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine. Her state of the art, 7,000-square-foot facility is a completion of Dr. Rendon’s life-long mission. Her goal is one of passion and profession to her patients.

Dr. Rendon--the previous chairperson of the Department of Dermatology of Cleveland Clinic Florida, -- also serves as a clinical associate professor to the Department of Dermatology at the University Of Miami School Of Medicine and in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida. She has gained notoriety through serving as the spokesperson for Procter & Gamble’s Head & Shoulders’ brand as their “global celebrity dermatologist,” and has been a speaker, advisor to and physician trainer for a multitude of companies, including Merz Pharmaceuticals, Allergan, Galderma, GlaxoSmithKline, Johnson & Johnson, Medicis, L’Oreal, among others. If humanitarianism were a degree one could obtain from a university Dr Rendon would surely have graduated with the highest honors. Somehow she squeezes enough time out of her busy day to participate in many local charitable causes. She is a generous donator to The Junior League, Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation, Spirit of Giving, and Soroptimist causes as well as to a multitude of others. Although Dr. Rendon is extremely proud of her thriving professional life and the distinguished global reputation she has garnered in her field, the connection she shares with her 18 year old son matters most to her. Juan, who recently graduated St Andrew's Prepatory School is now enrolled at the University of Miami. She and her fiancé, Dr Bret Ribotsky, enjoy spending time and traveling with their children.

DIAMOND Award Luncheon Thursday, February 23 • 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Marriott Boca Raton at Boca Center 5150 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton, FL 33486 Details: www.bocaratonchamber.com/events

Show your support for our 2012 DIAMOND Award Recipient and simultaneously market your company through sponsorships or corporate tables at the DIAMOND Award Luncheon. Contact Chasity Navarro at 561.395.4433 ext. 233 or cnavarro@bocaratonchamber.com.

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On-The-Job Training Program On-the-Job Training Helps Your Business Succeed The Workforce Alliance On-the-Job Training program helps employers pay for the costs of training new employees at their worksite. Grants for On-the-Job Training may be used to reimburse: • A minimum of 50 percent of the participant’s wage associated with the costs of training • Additional supervision related to, and during, the training period Employee position and job requirements determine the length and type of training. You decide • Who is selected for training • The type of training to be provided You promise to • Provide a salary that allows for economic self- sufficiency • Supply necessary training for the trainee to be successful • Retain employees after training Other Workforce Alliance no-cost services for employers • Job Posting • Recruitment • Assessment • Training Design • Follow-up Learn more about funding/training incentives. Use your Smart Phone to scan the barcode.

Visit www.pbcalliance.com/Employers/FundingTrainingIncentives.aspx. Or call Katherine Bonner, (561) 340-1060, ext. 2344 www.bocaratonchamber.com

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GBRCC Member Anniversaries

As we celeb rate our his we thank yo tory, u all for help ing to ensu Boca Raton re 's economic fu ture by bein members o g f the Boca C hamber!

Years as a Chamber Member

●●International Engineering Associates Inc. ●●Mercedes-Benz of Pompano ●●Office Depot, Inc. ●●Summit Private School of Boca Raton ●●Super Printers ●●Toshiba Business Solutions Florida ●●Weiss, Handler, Angelos & Cornwell, PA ●●Aucamp, Dellenback & Whitney ●●Delray Beach Marriott ●●Holiday Inn - Highland Beach ●●JM Family Enterprises, Inc. ●●Wyndham Garden Hotel

●●Boca Raton Community Middle School ●●Joe Bonnie & Son Moving & Storage ●●Kaye Communications Inc. ●●Loggers' Run Middle School ●●Oasis Outsourcing, Inc.

●●Berkowitz & Associates, P.A. ●●South Florida Business Journal ●●The Learning Center Preschool

Years as a Chamber Member

●●Ameriprise Financial ●●Boca Raton Charter School, Inc. ●●CB Richard Ellis @ Boca Center ●●Heritage Investment Group ●●MDG Advertising, Inc. ●●Mitel, Inc. ●●Ocean Lodge Hotel ●●Panzer Law, P.A. ●●PayDay PayRoll Services ●●Raymond Lee Jewelers ●●RemarkAbleHR, Inc. ●●Sherwin Williams ●●The Maui Spa & Wellness Center

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Surround Yourself With Excellence Become a Trustee Member!

The Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce created this group of invited-senior level executives to have an exclusive forum in which to network, make contacts, and discuss major issues affecting the business community. As a Trustee Member, you have the opportunity to convene with South Florida’s leading executives and decision makers. You will be invited to attend various events and meetings, receive private direct emails and group newsletters, and have member benefits and exclusive offers put to you. Most importantly we will be working closely with each other so that all group members prosper and benefit from one another. Networking forums, VIP events, small group Trustee lunches and happy hours, and meetings with locally elected officials and community leaders are some of the benefits of a Trustee membership. Additionally, Trustee Members receive special recognition in the Chamber’s Annual Directory, web-site and at a variety of events. Your participation as a Trustee member allows you to be a part of our concerted effort to strengthen the economic vitality and quality of life for which Boca Raton is so well known. Contact Sarah Pearson at 561.395.4433 ext. 238 or at spearson@bocaratonchamber.com for details.

Trustees Lend a Hand at Boca Helping Hands In November, Boca Chamber Trustee Members spent a fantastic evening packing food and serving at Boca Helping Hands. Clockwise: David Lorber stocks shelves; Chuck Stout and his daughter help out up front; Jayne Scala and Jean Evans help pack supplies for the local school food program; and Pam and Elisa McLellan wrap food. At center, James Gavrilos and Sally Wells run the show at Boca helping Hands, which has served more than 39,700 meals in 2011.

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Meet Eliot

Eliot Popper Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Past Chair of the Boca Chamber Ambassadors 2011 Chair's Award Recipient

1. How long have you been in business? 30 years. 2. What is the main goal of your business? To help our clients achieve reasonable returns, comfortably delivered. 3. Who inspired you to go into business? My wife Michele, she has always supported me. 4. What are the two greatest advantages of doing business in Boca Raton / being a member of the Boca Chamber? For one, it is a vibrant, energetic and exciting Chamber of Commerce. And, Boca Raton offers an approachable, business community. 5. Where should I go to find out more? www.morganstanley.com/fa/eliot.popper 561-912-9909

Post Your News We Retweet Members! Follow @bocachamber on Simply add @bocachamber to your important tweets and we will retweet Chamber members. www.bocaratonchamber.com

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Welcome to the Boca Chamber 'Seen'!

3. MEMBERSHIP BREAKFASTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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Karen Krumholz and Penny Morey Dr. Peter Gallo and John Gallo Dr. Kevin Ross, Troy McLellan, Cheryl Budd and Dr. Jason Lewis Walton Shanna St. John, Lisa Elkin and Jacqueline Nicholson Judith Coppola and Bobra Bush Mayor Susan Whelchel and Anthony Newbold Stacey Joiner, Jean Evans, Bob Clinton and Wendy Osman Forrest Heathcott and Tim Snow Keith O'Donnell and Amy Allen

Trustee Holiday Party 1. 2. 3.

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Fran Bannon and Bonnie Kaye Stephen Garber and Phyllis Green Sarah Pearson and Linda Gove

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All lasting business is built on friendship. ~Alfred A. Montapert

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SWIB

Esther Sangiovanni and Zuleiki Lovelace Kristin Pease and Danielle Williams Cindy Wagner and Ami Zak

PULSE

Andy Cohen, Michael Church and Clare Moloney Tajiana Ancora-Brown and Ross Cummings Sam Messinger and Michelle Gabrielle

Young Entrepreneurs Academy — YEA!

INNOVATION IN TRAINING: From learning directly from local entrepreneurs (Photo at Left: Joe Pores of Call for Health) at Florida Atlantic University to field trips to see innovative local companies in action (Photo at Right: with John Duffy on-site at 3Cinteractive), the inaugural YEA! class is getting a lot of hands-on experience! For more information, visit www.bocaratonchamber.com/yea.

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How to Land Your Dream Job!

Since the end of the year is here, we often think about changing jobs. We are scared this year to even think about that in light of the job opportunity outlook. Don’t be. Companies will often find a place for someone who can prove their worth. How? Here are some ideas. I recently had the opportunity to be a guest on a radio show. I was caught a little off guard when I was asked, while on the air, how to use “selling skills” to get a job. I hesitated, since that really isn’t what I do. Since the radio host was familiar with my program, he felt there was a lot of synergy. After I did the show, I got to thinking about the idea he brought up, and how getting a job really is so similar to sales … and life. Here are five steps to help you land the job of your dreams: • Network. Use the contacts that you have as extra eyes. Let them know what you are looking for. Be specific and get out there. • Set up one-on-one meetings with people that you know. Get coffee, a drink, etc. Help people understand what you are looking for, and give examples of the type of organizations and specific job descriptions. Again, make sure you are specific. People can’t think for you, even though you think they can.

• When applying for a job, you must do something unique. Today, there are just too many people looking for the same job you are applying for. So, how do you rise above the rest? Sending a resume is so last century. I would suggest that you try to be different. One way is to send your information (resume, if you must) in a unique

way. For example, I was once applying for a job with Procter & Gamble. I was in college (about 100 years ago), and the career center had the interviews set up, but P&G booked up quickly. So, I called ahead and found out who was coming to do the interviews. I silk-screened my resume onto a T-shirt, rolled it up and slid it into a Colgate toothpaste box, and mailed it to the sales director, signature required. I got the interview. • When you are set up to be interviewed, do lots of research in advance. Spend time researching the company and interviewer. Create questions about the organization’s vision, what customers/ clients say about them and what competitors say about them. Ask the interviewer about their experience with the company, what they like best about the organization, their job, etc. This gives lots of good insight to how the employees feel, and shows you have a real interest in them, too. • Follow up. There are several ways to do this. I think e-mail is fine, but does that really differentiate you? Here’s an idea: a talking e-mail. You can talk into a video e-mail message and really make an impression. Try www.talkinemail.com. I love it and have been using it a ton. Remember, the best time to look for a job is when you already have one. If you are in a situation where you are out of work, your job is to look for a job eight hours a day, five days a week! Greta Schulz is Sales Consultant for Businesses and Entrepreneurs. For more Sales Training Tips and Tools, please sign up for her free newsletter at http://SchulzBusiness. com or join her new Online Sales Training Course at http://B2BSalesPlayBook.com

A Breath of Fresh Air for Older Buildings Many South Florida businesses are housed in buildings constructed years before anyone gave serious consideration to green building practices. But with a few retrofits—and a little consciousness-raising—pre-green buildings can do their part to conserve energy and help their hosts save money. Whether yours is a small or a larger business, going green is not a one-step process. It’s the cumulative effect of forward steps and good intentions. Some of these steps are simple and cost little; others require larger investments of time and money. Recognizing that organizations need a blueprint for green efforts, the North Carolina-based Institute for Sustainable Development offers Green Plus certification to small-to-mediumsized organizations. The certification recognizes companies for their green environments, their green attitudes, and their green intentions. The U.S. Green Building Council offers LEED certification, the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification system. But LEED certification is a stringent process, which is often cost prohibitive. Green Plus, which looks at a corporation’s attitude, in addition to its physical plant, is a more inclusive avenue for recognition. That doesn’t mean it’s easy. To date, some 50 companies of every 250 applicants achieve Green Plus certification. It requires serious effort and commitment that starts with the company’s leaders and filters down through the rank and file.

Steps toward a Green Plus certification include: Sustainable Sites: • Identifying possible sources of pollution • Conducting waste audits • Creating an alternative transportation policy • Using native vegetation and landscaping that require less water Water Efficiency: • Implementing water-saving measures • Setting goals for reducing water use Energy and Atmosphere: • Conducting an energy audit • Using renewable energy or purchasing renewable energy credits (RECs) Materials and Resources: • Adopting an environmental purchasing strategy • Purchasing Fair Trade products • Conducting a solid waste audit • Recycling Indoor Environmental Quality: • Opening work areas to daylight Innovations and Operations: • Making a solid business case for sustainability upgrades Written by Tao Woolfe of NCCI Holdings, Inc., which recently earned its Green Plus certification as result of the culmination of energy-saving and environmentally conscious initiatives over the past three years. NCCI, based in Boca Raton, employs 925 professionals dedicated to fostering a healthy workers compensation system by providing high-quality information and analytical services to its stakeholders throughout the country. Visit ncci.com.

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Viewed As Relevant Or Relic In The New Normal?

What Your Marketing & Communications (MarCom) Says About Your Business When reflecting on the businesses celebrating milestone anniversaries this year, it is clear that those that have continued to thrive have done so by remaining “market-relevant”. To navigate through good and challenging economic cycles, most did so by focusing on developing astute MarCom strategies, rather than mere checklists of communications channels, had the courage to embrace creativity when others in their industries were adverse to it, engaged in consistent on-going messaging, built their foundations on effective alliance-building, and retained MarCom specialists to effectively inspire and guide them, and assist in averting costly tunnel vision and preventable crises.

you “what you need to hear”, not just what you want to hear. • Ask The Right Questions - “What?” followed by “How Much?” is traditional; “Why?” and “How can our company benefit?” are critical. • Understand it is in your company’s best interest to give your advisors/consultants “time to think and engage”Don’t always expect microwave speed responses; true consulting visionaries keep the “big picture” in mind when advising clients on day-to-day activity. Effective consultants are those who are out there experiencing and engaging in the world seeking opportunities on your behalf. • Plan - Lack of planning puts your company’s success at With new marketing communications channels introduced risk and fuels an environment for crisis. Defining realistic daily as some significantly shrink in resources or totally and attainable communications objectives sets the stage for disappear, success today requires more expert shepherding and focused tactics and implementation that bring the audiences specialized mastery than ever before. While often daunting, (your clients/customers/employees) back for more. businesses cannot ignore the changing MarCom landscape and • Be Open - Success is truly for the “results-hearted”, not both its challenges and opportunities. If I continued to build our “faint-hearted”…so listen well to your expert consultant, firm’ by relying solely on my college PR textbook from several not just a friend or colleague who may not have all the decades ago, our MarCom firm would not be in business today. information required to make an educated recommendation. Understand that what worked for another company, may not Remember That "To Sustain, Grow And Dominate, be appropriate or as profitable for yours. It’s All In The Strategy™" • Budget Well - Remember to include a realistic marketing/ • Be Sure To Incorporate The 9 Cs - Successful communications “investment” line with contingency funds for communications initiatives are achieved with commitment, unanticipated opportunities and potential crisis needs in your communications (internal and external), connectivity, budget or presentations to potential investors. While so many camaraderie, collaboration, creativity, clarity, and consistency communications channels are easily accessible or appear secured before commencement. as the trendy low cost “flavor of the month”, the strategies • Don’t Expect To Do It All Yourself - While communications on which ones to use and how best to use them make the channels seem to be instantaneous, don’t make the defining difference. assumption the process, research and content development was instantaneous. Mastering today’s channels is far more Bonnie S. Kaye is founder and chief strategist at Kaye Communications, Inc. (www.kcompr.com), sophisticated than you realize…and can distract you from your a Boca Raton-headquartered integrated marketing communications and public relations firm — role in business generation. now celebrating its 15th anniversary — that develops and implements successful internal and • Choose Well - Since reputations and brands take years external branding, community relations, relationship cultivation and media relations strategies for to build, and sometimes just an hour to implode, you need local, regional and national business-to-business, healthcare, hospitality and tourism, retail, real a MarCom specialist with experience and expertise to both estate, legal, financial, and government agency clients. support good times and avert/respond to crisis. They should tell

Lead the Way - Join Leadership Boca 2012 today! The Chamber is currently accepting applications for Leadership Boca 2012. The 10-session program is designed to educate civic-minded individuals in the greater Boca Raton area regarding the issues and concerns facing the community. The program develops a pool of leaders available to become involved in creating, maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in Boca Raton. The 10 sessions include: SIMSOC (Simulated Society), Economic Development, Health & Human Services, Education, Leaddership and Strategy, Environmental Awareness, Government, Media, and Culture & Tourism. Participants will become a more valuable asset to their employer by providing face-to-face contacts with current community leaders, identifying concerns and issues, and preparing themselves to assume future leadership roles. Space is limited, so submit your application TODAY! For more information or to request an application, please email Chasity Navarro at cnavarro@bocaratonchamber.com or call 561.395.4433 ext. 233.

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Leadership Boca 2012 Chair Dick Lee of Keller Williams Realty Boca Raton with Co-Chair Tajiana Ancora Brown of Taproot Creative

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Boca Chamber Member News

3Cinteractive named one of the Top 20 Most Promising Companies by Forbes.com. 3Cinteractive sets up software systems and mobile carrier relationships that enable businesses to communicate with customers via mobile phones. It was founded by three veterans of MCI in 2005. The company raised $6 million in private equity from Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors in spring 2011. Former Apple CEO John Sculley sits on the company’s board; quarterback Dan Marino made an early investment. For details, visit http://www.3cinteractive.com.

Hospice of Palm Beach County is proud to announce that James W. Smith, Jr. D.O., FAAHPM, has achieved the status of Fellow of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Dr. Smith serves as the organization’s internal expert on pediatric end-of-life care. In addition to his work with Hospice of Palm Beach County, he has been in family practice since 1984. To learn more about Hospice of Palm Beach County’s award winning interdisciplinary care teams, and the programs and services the organization offers to patients and families in the community, please visit www.hpbc.com or call 1-800-HOSPICE. Miller Construction Company CEO Tom Miller today announced the Florida construction firm has promoted Brian Sudduth, Jeff Slade and Chris Hannaka to senior leadership positions. The promotions are a key step in positioning the Florida construction firm to grow its presence in Palm BeachCounty and in new market segments, Miller said. Founded in 1973, Fort Lauderdalebased Miller Construction Company is a prominent design/ builder and construction-services firm for the restaurant, education, commercial, healthcare and industrial markets. For more information, visit www.millerconstruction.com. Vicki Soderlund AIA, principal of Soderlund Architecture and Design P.A., in Boca Raton, has received the John Stetson FAIA Service Award. Soderlund was recognized for her efforts in educating the public and reaching out to building officials regarding the requirements and value of architects being involved in plan preparations. Financial Trust Asset Management, an emerging investment management firm, based in Boca Raton, Florida, won 7 top gun awards for 3Q2011 from Informa Investment Solutions, one of the nation’s leading providers of investment management performance data. Financial Trust Asset Management, Chartered is a fee-only SEC registered Investment Advisory firm, specializing in quantitative investment management, based in Boca Raton Florida. For more information, visit www. financiatrust.net The 12th Annual Allianz Championship, set for February 6-12, 2012 at Broken Sound Club in Boca Raton, Fla., today announced plans to become one of the greenest golf tournaments in North America. To achieve this goal, the tournament will partner with The Smart Group, an organization of ecologists, scientists, educators, and academic researchers who help clients make sound

decisions about environmental management. In addition to bringing the legendary champions of golf to Boca Raton for a celebrated week-long PGA Champions Tour event, the Allianz Championship will be driving all net proceeds to Boca Raton Regional Hospital. The Old Course at Broken Sound in Boca Raton, Florida will play host to the event February 6-12, 2012. The Allianz Championship, with a purse of $1.8 million, is the Champions Tour’s first tournament of the early-season Florida swing with the Golf Channel televising live all three rounds of the Championship. For more information, visit www. allianzchampionship.com. Boca Family Eye Care, a private practice that caters to the entire family, is having a grand opening. Services include performing comprehensive eye exams and contact lens fittings to offering a wide range of designer frames. The company is offering free screenings as well as discounts toward comprehensive eye exams and glasses for CHAMBER MEMBERS ONLY. The company accepts most insurance. For details, visit www.bocafamilyeye.com. More than 1,400 attendees turned out in their finest pink attire for Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s 8th Annual Go Pink Luncheon, Go Pink in the City on October 28th, to see Hollywood celebrity and breast cancer awareness advocate Kristin Davis. Davis, best known for her role as Charlotte in the Sex and the City TV series and movies, is an advocate for breast cancer awareness and early detection as well as patient knowledge and empowerment. The program also included guest speaker Louise Morrell, MD, medical director of the Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute. Plans are under way for next year’s event, which is scheduled for October 26, 2012. For information, 561.955.4142 or kread@brrh.com. Rutherford Mulhall, P.A. is pleased to announce that John R. Banister, Shareholder, has been appointed to the Gulfstream Goodwill Board of Directors after a one year hiatus for mandatory rotation. Rutherford Mulhall, P.A. is a 16-lawyer firm providing quality legal services in Boca Raton and Palm Beach Gardens. For details, visit http:// www.rmlawyer.com. Joining Bristol Properties International's team of experts are three professionals in the commercial market, Sung Knowles, Jan Bocskai and Steven Howard. Each one brings different skills to the table. For details, contact 561-347-1303 or boca@bristolre.com. Boca Grove Ladies recently united to support a fun day at Boca Grove Golf and Tennis Club while raising over $10,000 for the Louis and Anne Green Memory & Wellness Center at FAU. For details, visit www. bocagrove.org. Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC, celebrating its 85th anniversary in Palm Beach County, proudly announces that all firm partners and attorneys have been AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating in ethics and legal ability. Recognizing the firm’s Continued on next page.

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commitment to the law profession and community, Managing Partner Gary Lesser has been peer-elected to the Florida Bar Board of Governors, appointed to the Florida Atlantic University Foundation Board, named a Top Lawyer in the South Florida Legal Guide and selected to participate in the Zin Fellows Leadership Development Program of American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. Associate Chad Hastings has been recognized by the 2011-2012 United Way of Martin County Employee Pillar of Character Award, given to those who demonstrate all of the organization's six pillars of character: trustworthiness, responsibility, respect, fairness, caring and citizenship. For more information, visit www.lesserlawfirm.com. Kaye Communications, Inc. firm founder and chief strategist Bonnie S. Kaye, who serves on the board of the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce, has been appointed to the Florida Atlantic University Foundation Board, joining firm Chief Operating Officer and Chief Marketing Strategist Jon A. Kaye in proudly waving the “Owls’ red and blue,” who serves as a member of the Dean’s Advisory Board of the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at FAU. For more information, visit www.kcompr.com. Life Audit Professionals LLC developed and debuted a new auditing system, My Life Audit, a proprietary life insurance policy review system that provides the transparency needed by certified public accountants, attorneys, wealth managers and other estate planning professionals to assist their clients in making informed decisions about their life insurance. Founder and managing member Richard K. Newman, a leading 20-year expert in life insurance policy analysis and counsel, developed

the My Life Audit process that has proven beneficial to advisors and individuals when purchasing new or renegotiating life insurance policies. For more information, visit www.mylifeaudit.com. Marv Russell, who is managing partner of Marv Russell & Partners, a leading global leadership consultant, motivational speaker and former Notre Dame National Collegiate Football Champion has debuted his new book, LINEBACKER IN THE BOARDROOM: LESSONS IN LIFE AND LEADERSHIP, inspiring and guiding individuals on how one can transform into a high-performer. His book speaks to those “on the field”, in an office, in the classroom or in the boardroom about how they can make an impact. The book shares Marv Russell’s signature 3E Leadership™ (Essential, Exceptional, Ethical) philosophy and proven success in the deployment of modern leadership, human capital development and HR tools and techniques, as well as strategic and operational experience in creating high performance leadership teams and organizations. He has recently been appointed to the board of the YMCA of South Palm Beach County. For more information, visit www.marvrussell.com.

Please send business news updates and press releases to Audra Hodges at ahodges@bocaratonchamber.com. NOTE: Due to space consideration, we may not be able to run ALL received updates.

SAVE THE DATE

May 17, 2012 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Boca Raton Resort & Club (501 E. Camino Real, Boca Raton) Award recipients will be honored in the categories of:

• Small Business Leader of the Year

• Business of the Year

• Business Leader of the Year For more information and for sponsorship opportunities, please log on to: www.bocaratonchamber.com/events or contact Chasity Navarro at 561.395.4433 ext. 233 or cnavarro@bocaratonchamber.com

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Boca Chamber Member Ribbon Cuttings

Costco Wholesale New Gas Station 17800 Congress Avenue Boca Raton, FL 33487

Euro Fusion Restaurant & Bar 6877 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33433

Harry's Designer Jewels - A Division of Megagem II, Inc. Royal Palm Place 300 Esplanade, Suite 51 Boca Raton, FL 33432

The Heart Painter, Inc. 310 Esplanade, Suite 50A Boca Raton, FL 33432

Inception Exclusive Athletic Studio 6453 W Rogers Circle, W9 Boca Raton, FL 33487

MobileHelp 3701 FAU Blvd, Suite 300 Boca Raton, FL 33431

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10th Annual Boca Bacchanal - Bacchus Beckons! Cheers! The Boca Raton Historical Society has a tasty message for food and wine aficionados -It's time to revel! Celebrate the 10th Anniversary Edition of Boca Bacchanal March 23-25, 2012 in Boca Raton, Florida. This popular weekend of great wine matched with delectable culinary delights features acclaimed chefs and awardwinning vintners to benefit the Historic Preservation and Heritage Education Programs of the Boca Raton Historical Society. Sip, savor and bid through the event’s world-class weekend of Vintner Dinners, Bacchus Bash and The Grand Tasting.

Vintner Dinners Celebrated chefs will pair with prized vintners to create memorable dining experiences in private residences. Founding Partners are Republic National Distributing Company, The Friday, March 23, 2012 • 7:00 p.m. • $300 Boca Raton Resort & Club and Boca Raton Magazine, and they are Six private residences joined by Cendyn, Carla Marsh Public Relations, Comerica Bank, JM Bacchus Bash Lexus, Crown Wine & Spirits, Publix Supermarkets Charities, City of Boca Raton, Palm Beach County Cultural Council and the Palm Beach Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, summons you to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Boca Bacchanal at the Bacchus Bash! Savor County Tourist Development Council. Promotional Partners are Atlas an extravaganza of sensational food and wine created with the Party Rental, Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce, and livingfla.com, encore participation of the Vintner Dinner Chefs and Vintners. and Mizner Park. Sip and dine at a reception featuring by-the-bite signature dishes and wines, followed by a multi-course feast prepared by Boca Raton Resort & Club Executive Chef Andrew Roenbeck. Join the The acclaimed chefs are: excitement as you place your bid at silent and live auctions offering Ken Frank - La Toque, Napa, CA fabulous wine, travel, cuisine and lifestyle lots, then dance and revel Kevin Garcia - ‘Cesca and Accademia di Vino, New York, NY into the wee hours! Carlos Guia - The Country Club at Wynn Las Vegas Resort - Las Vegas, NV Saturday, March 24, 2012 • 6:00 p.m. • $250 (includes valet) Pano Karatassos - Buckhead Restaurant Group: Kyma, Atlanta, GA and Boca Raton Resort & Club-Great Hall Chops Lobster Bar and City Fish Market, Boca Raton, FL

Michael Tuohy - Dean & Deluca, St. Helena/Napa, CA Ken Vedrinski - Trattoria Lucca, Charleston, SC

The award-winning Vintners are:

Tony Apostolakos - Masi Agricola, Veneto, Italy Laurent Drouhin - Maison Joseph Drouhin, Burgundy,France Tom Johnson - Silver Oak Cellars and Twomey Cellars, Napa, CA Dennis Koelewijn - Bodegas Salentein, Mendoza, Argentina Clarke Swanson - Swanson Vineyards, Napa, CA Anthony Truchard - Truchard Vineyards, Carneros-Napa, CA

The Grand Tasting Sip, savor and stroll your way through this alfresco luncheon revelry on the tented green at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre. Enjoy delicious by-the-bite specialties from 30 top local restaurants, an exceptional presentation of 140 featured wines, and experience the herbs, produce, specialty oils and foods in “The Marketplace.” Sunday, March 25, 2012 • Noon - 3:00 p.m. • $85 (advance); $100 (at gate) • Mizner Park Amphitheatre, Boca Raton For more information on Boca Bacchanal including Patron and Hotel ticket packages, please contact the Boca Raton Historical Society at 561.395.6766, ext. 101 or visit www.bocabacchanal.com.

LOOK LOCAL...SHOP LOCAL...LOVE LOCAL I

SHOPPING LOCALLY

SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY! Why Shop Local? Locally-owned businesses build strong neighborhoods, link neighbors and contribute to local causes. When you shop at local businesses, you are continuing a cycle of economic development directly related to our community; the money you spend keeps our stores open, our neighbors employed, and our business owners invested in the community. Shop at locally- owned stores, restaurants and businesses, and support our community. Boca Raton is OUR town, so let’s keep the money local! This public service advertisement courtesy of Investments Limited and The Boca Raton Tribune

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See you at the CHAMBER BASH! Join your fellow Chamber Members at the 9th Annual CHAMBER BASH held during the Delray Beach International Tennis Championships (ITC) - the world's ONLY combined ATP Champions Tour event! The tournament runs from February 24 - March 4.

Chamber Bash

Tuesday, February 28th from 5:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Delray Beach International Tennis Championships 30NW 1st Avenue, Delray Beach www.yellowtennisball.com • (561) 330-6000 *2

The CHAMBER BASH will be held in the on-site Hospitality Pavilion and includes Stadium Court Tickets to the evening's matches. Complimentary food and two complimentary beverages.

A Moment With a Boca Chamber Member Meet Rick Schuster Jaycee Realty, Inc

1. How long have you been in business? I grew up in an

environment where my parents owned and operated 400+ residential units in Rochester, New York. I obtained my real estate license in 2001. I originally “hung” the license with a friend and later opened my own real estate company, Jaycee Realty, which is named after my children and my wife. I have since obtained my title insurance license and am licensed as a mortgage broker.

2. What is the main goal of your business?

Over the past several years, the primary focus of my business has been to provide assistance to individuals/families who owe more on their home than their home’s value. In the previous 5 years this has equated to Jaycee Realty (and my title insurance company) arranging for short sale assistance related to over 500 homes. Our efforts are extremely fulfilling in that we have assisted these individuals/families in the avoidance of foreclosure. We do all this work without directly charging the consumer.

3. Who inspired you to go into business?

My dad has had the greatest influence in my business career. He has the patience of a saint!! I cannot thank him enough for all his direction, motivation, positive reinforcement and nurturing over my lifetime. Thanks dad!

4. What are the two greatest advantages of doing business in Boca Raton / being a member of the Boca Chamber? I have been involved in a Chamber of Commerce “leads group” for over 10 years (off and on). I have found that the business generated from these groups is tremendous. More importantly, I have found that the personal relationships garnered via my Chamber of Commerce experiences are genuine and will last a lifetime.

5. Where should I go to find out more?

Jaycee Realty Inc. www.jayceerealty.com (561) 208-8469 20283 State Road 7, Ste 400, Boca Raton, FL 33498 rick@jayceerealty.com

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Welcome New Members!

*Due to press deadlines, members listed are those that joined from October 16 to December 10, 2011.

TRUSTEE MEMBERS

GENERAL MEMBERS

Classic Residence in Boca Raton (561) 750-7100 www.viliving.com Lynn Thaxton Boca Raton, FL 33433

Adam Scott & Associates, Inc. (561) 995-1433 www.adamscottinc.com Adam S. Weiner Boca Raton, FL 33487

City National Bank (561) 210-0025 www.citynational.com Stacey Silbiger Boca Raton, FL 33431

Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital (954) 265-0507 www.jdch.com Nina Beauchesne Hollywood, FL 33021 Life Insurance Concepts (561) 988-8984 www.lifeinsuranceconcepts. com Ted Bernstein Boca Raton, FL 33487 Miller & O'Neill, P.L. (561) 353-3880 www.mandolaw.com Holly O'Neill, Esq. Boca Raton, FL 33431 Omar Periu International (561) 982-7766 www.omarperiu.com Omar Periu Boca Raton, FL 33496

Accelerate Exceed (561) 789-8622 www.ac ex.com Sidney Breman Delray Beach, FL 33445

Blue Horizon Tek Solutions (954) 480-8650 www.ericrobert.com Eric Silverman Coconut Creek, FL 33073 Boca Family Eye Care (561) 479-0521 www.bocafamilyeye.com Jonathan Nebb Boca Raton, FL 33496 Boys n Girls Club of Palm Beach County (561) 683-3287 www.bgcpbc.org Kae Jonsons Boca Raton, FL 33487 BRIO Tuscan Grille (561) 395-1770 www.brioitalian.com Tom Race Boca Raton, FL 33486

CCS Architecture and Interior Design (561) 981-2590 www.ccsarchenter.com Proffitt Management Solutions, Inc. Cynthia Spray Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 582-6060 www.proffittmanagement.com Commercial Residential Nancy Proffitt West Palm Beach, FL 33405 Services, Inc. (954) 319-1422 www.crsgeneralcontracting. com Elliot Buran

Data Meaning (202) 251-2032 www.dmeaning.com Caio Gouveia Boca Raton, FL 33428 Delray Kia / Joe Never Fails (561) 445-4126 www.delraykia.com Joe Fails Delray Beach, FL 33445 Dr. Carolina Steier, DMD (561) 395-3190 www.steierdentistry.com Carolina Steier Boca Raton, FL 33486

Euro Fusion Restaurant and Bar (561) 395-1109 eurofusion restaurantandbar.com Gila Stern Boca Raton, FL 33433 Events By Spinazzola (617) 549-9770 www.eventsbyspinazzola.com Julie Carter Boca Raton, FL 33433

Dr. Daniel Fenton & Associates, P. A. (561) 672-7887 www.doctorfenton.com Daniel Fenton Boca Raton, FL 33487 Dsilver Engineering Construction Inc. (561) 929-4045 dsilverconstruction@yahoo. com Ruben Silver Boca Raton, FL 33481 Duane Morris LLP (305) 960-2311 www.duanemorris.com Kevin Vance Miami, FL 33131

Financial Trust Asset Management (561) 391-8188 pzaharko@financialtrust.net Peter Zaharko Boca Raton, FL 33486 Fit Foodz Café (561) 451-1420 www.fitfoodzcafe.com Susan Klein Boca Raton, FL 33496 FPL FiberNet (561) 681-3047 www.fpl.fibernet.com Karen Holmes Miami, FL 33174

Duboff Chiropractic Center (561) 479-4069 www.duboffchiro.com Larry Duboff D.C. Boca Raton, FL 33434 Eddie Sordo, Fidelity Investments (561) 393-8733 eduardosordo.team@fidelity. com Eddie Sordo Boca Raton, FL 33431

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The English Tap & Beer Garden Restaurant (561) 544-8000 www.theenglishtap.com John Watkins Boca Raton, FL 33486

Gulfstream Goodwill Industries, Inc. (561) 848-7200 www.gulfstreamgoodwill.com Brian Edwards West Palm Beach, FL 33407 Hands on Marketing (847) 343-0060 www.mecardoso.com Maria Cardoso Boca Raton, FL 33428

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Inception Exclusive Athletic Studio (561) 988-5909 www.inceptioneas.com Alicia Terrell Boca Raton, FL 33487

Nationwide Realty International, LLC (561) 391-7440 www.nationwiderealtyboca. com Lucille B. Gioia Boca Raton, FL 33431

Simply Earth (561) 352-6440 www.simplyearth.net Esther Sangiovanni Delray Beach, FL 33484

Wild Hare Salon & Spa (561) 347-8100 www.wildhareboca.com Danielle Amoroso Boca Raton, FL 33433

StitchCraft Wind Pump Media (561) 447-4147 (561) 210-5320 Orkin Commercial Services www.stitchcraftboca.com www.windpumpmedia.com (561) 688-0147 Johanna Felberbaum Emma Sanders www.orkin.com Boca Raton, FL 33432 Boca Raton, FL 33432 Tina Yoder West Palm Beach, FL Susan J. Brotman, P.A. Yoga Boca Kevin Moot Trial Attorney 33409 (561) 338-0906 (561) 245-1273 (561) 672-1952 www.thelawyerwholistens. www.yogaboca.com www.kevinmootlaw.com Outside The Box Graphic com/ Dee Greenberg Kevin Moot Design Susan J. Brotman Delray Beach, FL 33446 Boca Raton, FL 33432 (561) 756-5883 Boca Raton, FL 33431 www.otbgraphicdesign.com K/S, Attorneys at Law Maria Del Vecchio Tom James of South Florida (561) 939-8042 Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 843-4449 mikem@ks law.com www.tomjames.com Michael Miller PEO America Andrea Posternack Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 210-8715 Dania Beach, FL 33004 www.peoamerica.com *Due to press Level 5 Security Group, LLC Bill Johnstone Tossed (954) 727-9424 Boca Raton, FL 33432 (954) 828-1963 deadlines, members www.level5securitygroup. www.tossed.com listed joined from com RAD Wellness Center Bruce Chodash October 16 John Ray III (954) 471-4606 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 December 10. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 www.mhcgcoach.com Vanya Chopra TurnKey Concepts, Inc. Interested in joining Life Mask Photo/DiSuri Plantation, FL 33324 (561) 732-0032 the Boca Chamber? Designs, Inc. www.turnkeyconcepts.us (954) 771-7328 RestoreMax Sarah Medcalf Please call www.lifemaskphoto.com (561) 742-5767 Boynton Beach, FL 33463 Diana Suriel www.restoremax.us 561.395.4433 to speak Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 Angelo Menezes We Are On Call Consulting with a Boynton Beach, FL 33426 (954) 934-6632 Sales Associate. Mark Gaylinn, Licensed sean@weareoncall.net Mortgage Originator/ Rooms for a Prince & Sean Seay Jefferson Bank of Florida Princess Sunrise, FL 33351 (561) 487-3640 (561) 206-6173 www.jeffersonbankfl.com/ www.rppkids.com Golden Bell Education Foundation directory.html Natalie Mayer Mark Gaylinn Boca Raton, FL 33486 Boca Raton, FL 33498 The March to $1 Million More! Service Provider Group Mona Martin Gallery (865) 288-5660 Be a Part of History! (561) 347-5700 www.serviceprovidergroup. mona@monamartingallery. com (...and math and English com Carrie Warren and science...) Mona Martin Boca Raton, Fl 33432 As of 2011, Golden Bell has donated more than $1 Boca Raton, FL 33432 Million Dollars to public schools in Boca Raton! JDL Technologies (954) 334-0650 www.jdltech.com Heidi Siefkas Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

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Grab a Copy! The 2012 Boca Chamber Annual Magazine

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