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Coral Gables FEBRUARY 3, 2009
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Residents attend inauguration, luncheon with Hillary Clinton
Wooing new business in a weak economy takes skill, savvy
Jerry Santeiro a born leader, popular emcee
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hambers have historically been a place to meet prospects and build your business, relationships, and confidence. They have provided the stage upon which you can step into character and work your sales magic. At this critical time in our nation’s stagnant economy, there is no greater opportunity to develop new business and grow your existing client base than by utilizing and maximizing your Chamber membership. You must attack this challenge with robust vigor and endless gusto. For many of our Chamber compaMARK A. TROWBRIDGE, nies, large and President and CEO small, new busiCoral Gables Chamber ness must be attained by reaching out to the most
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BY GLORIA BURNS Jerry Santeiro, is a 20-year resident of Coral Gables and already has made his mark on the City Beautiful. He is a born leader who has a masterful way of entertaining a crowd whether he is emceeing events or simply conducting a meeting, a reason he is much sought after by so many organizations. Santeiro was born in Havana, Cuba, but relocated to Miami in 1960, with his family. After graduating from Christopher Columbus High School and then Georgia Tech, where he earned a degree in JERRY SANTEIRO Industrial Engineering, Jerry joined Florida Power and Light Company as a field engineer. He swiftly moved through the management ranks until his departure in 1994 as manager of corporate and external affairs. During his time with FPL, he received his MBA from Florida International University and also represented FPL in Washington,
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Coral Gables residents Ignacio and Carolina Permuy are pictured with former First Lady, Senator and now Secretary of State Hillary Clinton during a pre-inaugural luncheon honoring Mrs. Clinton, Jan. 19, in Washington, DC. Ignacio Permuy is president of Terra Architects in Coral Gables. Also pictured is niece Clara Permuy.
Art exhibit at UM focuses on life with ovarian cancer BY ANDREA SCHNORR Echo, copyright 2006, John Magnan; photo by David J. Arruda Jr., New Bedford, MA.
he National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) presents the “body image | body essence” art exhibition, featuring the work of Massachusetts sculptor John Magnan. A successful nationally touring body of work, the exhibit is on display at the University of Miami through Mar. 21. This remarkable visual journey depicts a universal story of hope, courage and love. The sculptures were created in
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