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Chamber of Commerce Exceeding All Expectations
JASON LOEB, CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
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his year the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating its 90th anniversary. Formed in 1921 by a small group of civic leaders to promote the city as a place to visit, work and play, over the years, the chamber has evolved into one of South Florida’s most powerful and philanthropic business organizations. Under the leadership of its new Chairman of the Board, Jason Loeb, President and CEO of Sudsies Drycleaners, the Chamber has already surpassed even the most ambitious goals set by his executive board when Loeb took office. “The influx of new members
joining the chamber is over the top” said Chamber Treasurer, Alan Lips. “Jason has single handedly set the course for a year of continued growth and expansion like we’ve never seen before.” During his first three months of service, Jason has also reached out to influential leaders in the community to join forces as common stakeholders to take on many important issues facing our county. “The energy in the boardroom is electric” said immediate past Chair Aaron Perry. “Jason has built a board that doesn’t just show up for monthly meetings. They are committed to making a difference.” Jason has created a number of new programs at the chamber such as a Weekly Business Roundtable where chamber members can exchange ideas and make valuable contacts, a quarterly Pillar breakfast featuring speakers from around the globe, a new member ambassador program, and several new councils with a focus on critical industries such as real estate and tourism. “Jason’s vision for creating relevant new programs has added so much value to our members” said Vice Chair of Communications Stephanie Ruiz. “Jason is obsessed with providing our membership base with the tools to better their businesses and expand their relationships in the community.” Often used as Jason Loeb’s business mantra, “High tides raise all ships,” illustrates the concept that when one business does well it is causes a multiplier effect to the greater economy and serves to better the City of Miami Beach at large. His success as a businessman has been –––––––––––––– See
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Visa Waivers & Trade Critical
Michael S. Goldberg, Pillar Chairman; Ana Cecilia Velasco, COO; Alejandra Castillo, National Deputy Director of the Minority Business Development Agency; Jason Loeb, Chairman of the Board; Jerry Libbin, President & CEO of the Miami Beach Chamber
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n January 6, 2011, the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce held the first Quarterly Pillar Breakfast at the Miami Beach Convention Center. This morning event recently became a new added benefit to the most elite business membership the Chamber offers. Nearly 75 business professionals attended this event, sponsored by Centerplate, to welcome the Keynote speaker Alejandra Castillo, National Deputy Director of the Minority Business Development Agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce (MBDA). Previously, Ms. Castillo served as Special Advisor to the Under Secretary for
the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration. Her comprehensive background in commerce provided insights that were relevant to Miami Beach’s global economy. She addressed the importance of the Tourism industry to the economy and supported the visa waiver initiatives as a critical issue for South Florida, while encouraging the members of the Chamber to mobilize and communicate directly with elected officials and Federal Agencies regarding local priorities. During the Quarterly Breakfast Ms. Castillo said, “As a public servant, I will go –––––––––––––––––– See
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LEADERSHIP SPOTLIGHT William “Billy” Long, Jr. CBS OUTDOOR South Florida General Manager
WILLIAM “BILLY” LONG, Jr.
Mr. Long is a 12-year veteran in the OutOf-Home advertising industry. He has been in his current position as General Manager of the CBS South Florida Division since June of 2006. Mr. Long started his Out-Of-Home career in 1999 as a sales executive in the south Florida offices of Viacom Outdoor. After 5 years of successful sales experience, Mr. Long worked in the Louisville, KY, market in the same capacity. In March of 2003, Mr. Long was promoted to the General Manager of the Transit Division in Atlanta, GA. Mr. Long is currently a member of Outdoor Advertising Association of America (OAAA) as well as an Executive Board Member of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce, Board Member of Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Florida, Board Member of the OAAA Multicultural Committee and Board Member of the Florida Outdoor Advertising Association. Outdoor Advertising is one of the oldest, most effective forms of advertising. It is
truly the only mass medium left. With the other media forms struggling with fragmentation and market share control Outdoor Adverting can never be turned off, zapped or avoided. In 2010 the Outdoor Advertising industry generated several billion dollars in advertising sales. Outdoor Advertising can be found from the highways and roadways to city streets and underground; from shopping malls and moving vehicles to stadiums. According to the Outdoor Advertising Association of America, “the messages are delivered to the right audience at the right time.” Outdoor advertising is where people congregate and live their lives. Outdoor advertising is where people need to be. Anyone that has driven in South Florida will attest that it is a very mobile market. We all spend an over abundance of time in our vehicles, something the industry refers to as “window time”. That “window time” is the time that outdoor companies have to create an opportunity for the consumer. There are several companies throughout the South Florida market who offer out-ofhome solutions including: bus advertising, billboards, bus shelters, wall advertising and mall advertising to name a few. Other forms of Outdoor Advertising may come by way of Taxi Top Advertising and Airport Advertising. South Florida is the ultimate out-of-home market, primarily made up of billboards on the major thoroughfares, but also offering almost every form of out-of-home know to mankind. Advertising dollars will exceed $100 million in the South Florida market for 2011 as well as impacting millions of people. In my opinion I work in the greatest industry ever created. I love my job as well as the challenges that afford me everyday. South Florida is a long way from Louisville, KY, however I am happy to call it home. Especially this time of the year.
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in direct relationship with his success as a communicator and leader on Miami Beach. His deep rooted friendships have attracted many new members to the Chamber and its Board of Governors. “Joining forces with Jason on the Board was a no brainer,” said chef/entrepreneur Michael Love, “His passion is contagious and I'm honored to have the opportunity to be part of this exciting organization under his leadership.”
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“His innovative way of thinking and strong leadership skills will most certainly make the 90th Anniversary of the Miami Beach Chamber an economically prosperous one”, said Chamber President and CEO, Jerry Libbin. “It’s been a pleasure working with Jason during his first quarter as Chair and we have a lot of exciting plans ahead to continue our mission of making our chamber a global force.”
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anywhere in this country that I am needed to inform and help Businesses to grow and succeed.” Minority Business Development Agency , established in 1969, is the only federal agency tasked with promoting the growth and global competitiveness of the minority business community. There are more than 5.8 million minority-owned firms in the United States generating more than $1 trillion in gross receipts and employing nearly
6 million workers. MBDA assists minorityowned firms in access to contracts, capital and new markets. Ms. Castillo highlighted the importance of minority businesses when working with tourism, as travelers are drawn to areas of like cultures and linguistics. When asked about her experience in Miami Beach, Ms. Castillo said, “Miami Beach is not just a regional city for tourism, but a world-class destination for international business and a gateway of the world.”
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SUNNY ISLES BEACH MAYOR NORMAN S. EDELCUP RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS NEW APPOINTMENT IN MOUNT SINAI MEDICAL CENTER’S FOUNDATION Effective January 1st, Sunny Isles Beach Mayor Norman S. Edelcup became Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation’s newest member of the board of directors’ executive committee. Edelcup’s appointment as Secretary of the Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation is a prestigious honor that Mount Sinai found fitting to bestow upon Edelcup for his more than 30 years of support and loyalty to the hospital. “Mayor Norman S. Edelcup has been instrumental in the health and welfare of our community, both as a donor and now as an officer of the Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation, “stated Mark H. Hildebrandt, Mount Sinai Foundation President. Edelcup’s association with Mount Sinai Medical Center began in the early 1970’s when he became a Young Presidents member. “Both my parents were alive at the time and they were ill. Mount Sinai was the place where I would bring them,� Edelcup said. “They always received excellent care and that strengthened my relationship with the hospital.� In 1999, he showed his appreciation by making a $1.25 million gift to benefit the hospital’s Division of Anesthesiology which was renamed after him. The Norman S. Edelcup Department of Anesthesiology was dedicated in loving memory of Edelcup’s parents, Irving and Pauline Edelcup. Edelcup’s involvement with the Mount Sinai Foundation has continued to flourish throughout the years and has resulted in better healthcare for the community that Edelcup so generously gives back to. From being a member of the Young Presidents and Founders Club to becoming a Humanitarian in the Society of Mount Sinai - an exclusive group of donors who provide
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the highest levels of support for the hospital – Mayor Norman S. Edelcup’s recent appointment as Secretary further solidifies his relationship with Mount Sinai. Thanks to dedicated donors like Mayor Norman S. Edelcup, Mount Sinai Medical Center can continue to foster its mission of providing high quality healthcare to our diverse community.
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synonymous with the iconic imagery that everyone associates with South Beach. In addition, the Winter Music Conference has helped reinforce the image of SoBe as the Dance Music capital of the world. In total, these 3 events bring in excess of 300,000 visitors spending millions of dollars which help fund the infrastructure of Miami Beach. Other very important events take place annually on the beach which, are also funded by your VCA. The LGBT Community produces several major impact events (Aqua Girl, Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, White Party and Winter Party) continue to contribute to Miami Beach diversity (and Miami-Dade County) attracting over 1.2 million Gay & Lesbian visitors spending in excess of $1 billion annually in south Florida. The African American, Brazilian, and Sicilian Film Festivals are just a sample of the many festivals funded by the VCA which enhance greatly the understanding and acceptance of diverse cultures which make living in South Florida a rich experience. Lastly, Sporting Events have become a very important aspect of our funding. From the ING Marathon to the Orange/Super Bowls; from Polo to NASCAR, the VCA has provided funding that assist these organizations in promoting Miami Beach (and Greater Miami) as the center of the sports world during the dates that these spectacles take place. Suffice it to say that almost no part of the human experience is not touched in some way by what the VCA funds to bring visibility and awareness to Miami Beach. We are a world class city within a world class destination funded by a world class organization. AND, each of us is proud to volunteer our time/experience to ensure that each year gets better than the last.
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Dealtificate is launching a Miami Beach deal-a-day site Dealtificate launched a year ago and has been successfully promoting deals in the Miami area. This Miami Beach launch will have deals in the Miami Beach area, featuring restaurants, clubs, spas, activities, and more. Example deals in the Miami Area include deals like $20 for $60 worth of food and drinks at Area 31 Restaurant in downtown Miami, Tickets to Cirque du Soilel’s show Kooza and $99 for a Ferrari driving experience. Great for consumers to grab a deal and great for merchants to get customers in the door, filling up tables, and booking appointments. “Dealtificate was easy to work with and brought more than 400 customers to my restaurant! I plan to work with Dealtificate again.”. Silvano, Lulu in the Grove
The Miami Beach deals will launch in mid-January but go to the site now to register your email address so you never miss a deal. Most deals are available to buy for just one day but in most cases you have up to one year to use the deal. “We are very excited to bring daily deals to the city of Miami Beach.” William Furry, President of Dealtificate.
SBA Loan Program The U.S. Small Business Administration has officially rolled out its revamped website, with improved navigation and new features. SBA said its redesigned website, sba.gov, features the launch of SBA Direct, a Web tool that allows visitors to personalize their browsing experience according to business type, geography and other factors. SBA also announced two new funding initiatives aimed at increasing the number
of lower-dollar SBA loans. The Small Loan Advantage and Community Advantage programs each include a streamlined application process for SBA-guaranteed 7 (a) loans of as much as $250,000. Such loans can be used as working capital or to buy equipment or real estate. As a result of the new initiatives, SBA’s Community Express loan program, a pilot project, will end April 30.
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Zoological Society of Florida planning two ‘wild’ evenings BY CINDY CASTELBLANCO
The Zoological Society of Florida and the Host Committee are planning two wild evenings to celebrate wildlife and tantalize your palate with tastes of the most extraordinary dishes created by some of South Florida’s renowned fine food establishments. The second annual Beastkeeper VIP Party will take place on Feb. 4, and the main event Feast with the Beasts (FWTB) will happen on Mar. 4. Proudly presented by U.S. Trust, both events will help support the Zoological Society of Florida’s wildlife education and conservation programs on behalf of Zoo Miami. Taking place at the private residence of event co-chair Irene Korge and Chris Korge on Feb. 4 from 7 to 11 p.m., the Beastkeeper VIP Party will be vibrant as guests are invited to wear safari chic attire, with a touch of red, to celebrate the upcoming Valentine’s Day. Aside from open bars, cool jazz tunes, and complimentary valet parking, revelers also will enjoy exotic animal encounters from Zoo Miami. Exquisite fare will be served from fine restaurants including: Caffe Abbracci, Junior’s Catering, La Bottega, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Smith and Wollensky, Truluck’s, and Zucchero RistoranteBistro. 2 Girls and a Cupcake, Hot Cookies and The Office Cake will be satiating sweet cravings with delectable desserts. An extravagant silent auction will include such items as signed Guy Harvey artwork, jewelry from Mary Louise Designs, acupuncture treatment from Coral Gables Acupuncture, a Napa Valley wine-tasting tour and much more. Admission to the Beastkeeper VIP Party also includes entry to FWTB at 8 p.m. with a VIP Cocktail Reception at 7 p.m. on Mar. 4. The main event, Feast with the Beasts, returns to Zoo Miami on Mar. 4 from 8 p.m. until midnight. In its 18th year, one of the best events in town will feature tastes from 30 of South Florida’s finest restaurants and caterers, eight open bars, wild animal encounters, live entertainment and complimentary valet parking. To date some of the FWTB participating
restaurants and dessert providers include: Crepe Maker, Dave and Busters, Fit2Go, Gatsby’s Kendall, Gekkeikan Sake/Sidney Frank Importing Company, Kitchen 305, Mango Café, Pardos Peruvian Cuisine, and Sir Pizza. Even after all of the wining and dining on Mar. 4, every guest is invited to Ron Magill’s Spectacular Dance After Party from 10 p.m. to midnight at Dr. Wilde’s World plaza. Live entertainers and the hottest deejay in town playing the latest tunes will make the party unforgettable. “We are so excited to be celebrating the 18th year of the legendary Feast with the Beasts event,” said Norma Jean Abraham and Irene Korge, FWTB chairs. “We are honored to chair both evenings, and hope to raise much-needed funds for the Zoological Society of Florida.” Feast with the Beasts 2011 is presented by U.S. Trust. Other event sponsors include: Assurant, Bernstein Global Wealth Management, FPL, Ryder Charitable Foundation and United Property Management. In-Kind Sponsors are Owen Creative and Irene Korge. Limited Beastkeeper VIP Party Passport tickets are available for $500 each. These passport tickets include admission to the VIP Party on Feb. 4 as well as to FWTB and the VIP Cocktail Reception on Mar. 4. Admission tickets to FWTB, limited to the first 1,000 guests, are available for $175. Those planning on attending should make advanced reservations. Sponsorship packages also are available. Visit <www.fwtb.org> or call 305255-5551 to purchase tickets or for more information. The Zoological Society of Florida is a non-profit 501(c)(3) that supports Zoo Miami through education, conservation and outreach programs; marketing and public relations; volunteer services and financial support for the construction of new exhibits. Zoo Miami is located at 12400 SW 152 St. General zoo admission is $15.95 for adults, plus tax and $11.95 per child (312) plus tax. Children 2 and under, zoo members and parking are free. Zoo Miami’s hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; ticket booths close at 4 p.m. For more information visit online at <www.zoomiami.org>.
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Incentive to Ride a Bike to Work
BY CHANTAL GLOOR
The Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce encourages employers to become more green and receive government reimbursement by promoting their employees to ride bicycles to work. According to the Commuter Bike Act of 2008, businesses can receive funds for employees who use bikes to commute to work on a regular basis. The Commuter Bike Act states, “Employers may reimburse employees, tax free, for “reasonable” expenses related to their bike commute, including equipment purchases, bike purchases, repairs, and storage if the bicycle is used as a “substantial part” of the commuter’s trip to work for the month.” This program is an incentive to have Miami Beach employees ride bicycles to work to reduce their carbon footprint, improve their health and receive reimbursement for it. The bike provision was part of a larger Renewable Energy Tax Credit Initiatives legislation. The Commuter Bike Act is a simple, equitable provision that puts bicyclists in the same arena as people who get tax breaks for taking public transit to and from work. Jerry Libbin, Miami Beach Chamber of
Commerce’s President & CEO, met with Colbert Reese, DECOBIKE’s Vice President, at the first DECOBIKE solar-powered automated station on 10th and Ocean to become DECOBIKE’s first Ambassador member. Mr. Reese explained, “If you ride your bike to work at least 10 days a month, you qualify for the Commuter Bike Act.” DECOBIKE is the official City of Miami Beach’s Public Bicycle Sharing and Rental Program. It is a green initiative aimed at promoting Miami Beach’s residents and visitors to use the bikes for daily transportation. An individual can pick up a bicycle at a specific station on South Beach, ride it to their destination, and upon arrival drop it off at another nearby DECOBIKE station. It is an affordable and convenient way to travel around the streets of Miami Beach, and with the new shared bike lanes, it is now safer than ever to ride a bicycle! DECOBIKE opened its first station on the streets of Ocean Drive in December 2010 with 16 new bikes for Miami Beach residents and visitors to ride and experience the benefits of this great program. New DECOBIKE stations are popping up every day; within the first week of January 2011, DECOBIKE installed 5 new stations on Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road, Washington Avenue with several more to come. This citywide public transportation system has been used in world class cities such as Barcelona and Paris, and Miami Beach has now adopted it as an alternative means of transportation. Colbert Reese said, “DECOBIKE is a very grassroots organization and wants to give back to the community by spreading the benefits of the Commuter Bike Act and assisting local companies by advertising their logos on the front of the bicycles.” Miami Beach is a perfect location for the concept of DECOBIKE for it has beautiful weather for bike riding all year long; In addition, by informing residents about the Commuter Bike Act, the company is educating the public about this initiative to ride a bike to work. For more information on DECOBIKE and membership please visit their website at www.decobike.com
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Social Media: The Mobile Approach BY SZE LEE
In the past, cell phones were used for the sole purpose of making and receiving calls, but thanks to the invention of the smart phone, mobile devices are now used for so much more. As Tim Parsey, VP of Motorola PCS puts it, “The mobile communication device is now an essential tool to enrich relationships, entertain, provide seamless productivity and has become a focal point to express individuality.” In an effort to give consumers a greater capability to communicate, almost all smart phones include WiFi and social networking apps. So what does that mean for your business? Mobile marketing is becoming one of the best platforms to advertise and market your brand. Mobile marketing allows you the capability to send coupons, text messages, or connect to an elaborate SMS application or API. The transformation of cell phones to smart-phones has also expanded the opportunity to create innovative campaigns or announcements that can reach your target audience anywhere in the world. For example, Foursquare.com is a location-based social networking website that provides software for mobile devices. Users “check in” at venues using a website, text or device-specific application. Awards, points and badges are given depending on the consumer’s frequency at a location or promotional terms. Because of this, Foursquare.com has become an overnight success with over 5 million users worldwide! Foursquare.com found a way to merge social media and mobile marketing into a powerful tool to expand both reach and frequency. As technology advances, the way you market your business will need to change as well.
Sze Lee, Executive Vice President of Technology INNO Social entrepreneur and technology consultant, Sze Lee, co-founded Inno Solutions in 2010 with the mission of “strengthening local communities by guiding non-profit organizations, forprofit businesses, and political campaigns to maximize online presence through social media solutions and online marketing strategies.” Sze has invested much of her time supporting various non-profit and community based organizations. After graduating from Florida International University with a degree in Political Science and Women’s Studies, Sze went on to serve child victims of sexual abuse in Miami. She was also the Program Manager for the G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School Cambridge Global Studies Academy. In 2008, the Dade Community Foundation awarded Sze the opportunity to participate in their Miami Fellows Initiative program, which provides emerging community leaders the opportunity to participate in an 18-month leadership and professional development program. Sze is a member of the Board of Directors of the G. Holmes Braddock Sr. High School Cambridge Global Studies Academy. She has served as a member of the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women, as the Chair on the Young People’s Forum at the First Annual Miami Beach Women’s Conference, and as the Alumni Advisor for the Florida International University Women’s Studies Board of Advisors. Born in South Florida and raised in Hong Kong, Sze has spent her professional career developing valuable relationships with various organizations, business gurus, and community leaders. Sze aspires to continue working as an advocate for social justice. She hopes to utilize social connectivity to bring about positive social change.
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It’s 2011 — Do you know where your chiropractor is? Those of you who answered 9th and Alton may be surprised to know that “Miami Beach ‘s Chiropractors”, Doctors Todd & Corey Narson, have moved their longtime practice to 41st street as of January 1st, 2011. After 16 years in the same location, Miami Beach Family & Sports Chiropractic Center is now calling The Sheridan Center, 400 Arthur Godfrey Road, home. While many small businesses are struggling in this uncertain economy, the Narsons’ personalized chiropractic care and their own brand of “Natural Sports Medicine” has meant growth and new offices almost double the size of their former space. This move means not only an increase in space, but expanded customer hours along with a growing list of services such as massage therapy. The Narsons are offering, chair massages, ? hour and hour massages in a zen and peaceful ambiance. Another new perk will be complimentary valet parking. Longtime beach residents, Doctors Todd and Corey have both been pioneers in the field of chiropractic services in South Florida as well as community leaders. Dr. Corey recently served as Chairwoman of the Young Presidents Club of Mount Sinai, is a Pillar Board member and Pillar Events Chair of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce, is currently PTSA President of Nautilus Middle School, and was recently appointed on the City of Miami Beach’s Parking and Transportation board, along with serving on many local boards and committees as well as lecturing locally to schools and other businesses. In his more than 30 years in South Florida , Dr. Todd has been at the forefront of the Chiropractic and Sports Medicine field. He is 1 of only 220 Diplomats of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians in the country. He was also previously honored as the recipient of the coveted Chiropractic Sports Physician of the Year award. The Narsons have extensive experi-
Dr. Todd Narson and Dr. Corey Narson ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ence with countless professional athletes and high profile sporting events such as Nascar racing and the Miami Grand Prix. Years of study in nutrition and a desire to control his own high blood pressure led Dr. Todd Narson to a 21 day purification program. After seeing success for himself he is now helping others to bring health into their life through a simple and healthy purification process rather than potentially unsafe fad cleanses. This has grown into a hugely successful program with a workshop, trainers, a hypnotist, cooking classes, daily email support, video support and much more. For more information, see Dr. Narson’s Natural Sports Medicine blog at naturalsportsmedicine.blogspot.com. The New Year is an ideal time to detoxify and purify your system for a healthier and happier 2011. Whether you are a housewife or a star quarterback, you can be assured that the Narsons’ and their team are dedicated to giving each and every patient the personal attention and care that has been lost in today’s healthcare atmosphere. Their bilingual staff is happy to answer any questions you may have and they accept most major insurances. For information, call 305-672-BACK or visit www.naturalsportsmedicine.com.
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Mickey Mouse in Miami Beach Jerry Libbin, President & CEO of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce, welcomes Mickey Mouse from Disney World to the warm and sunny weather in South Beach. Jerry Libbin saw Mickey Mouse on 16th and Collins Avenue to ask him what he was doing in Miami Beach? A very enthusiastic Mickey replied “I’m on vacation in Miami Beach!” Mickey was one of hundreds of tourists that visited Miami Beach during the holiday seasons.
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MIAMI BEACH REAL ESTATE BROKERS DOING BUSINESS ON A HANDSHAKE Sigurdsson Schechter Provides Service Befitting A Bygone Era
• SCORE. Workshops, online training and free coaching at local branches, www.score.org, www.browardscore.org • Barry University, Barry Institute for Community and Economic Development. Counseling and training for Miami-Dade small businesses through the Entrepreneurial Institute, www.barry.edu/biced • Broward College. Offers a 24-credit entrepreneurship certificate, www.broward.edu. For noncredit business courses, www.broward.edu/ce • Florida International University, Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center. Workshops, webinars and more, www.entreprenuership.fiu.edu. • Miami Dade College. Offers a 12-credit entrepreneurship certificate program, www.mdc.edu/business. For noncredit classes, www.mdc.edu/ce. The Meek Entrepreneurial Education Center: www.mdc.edu/north/eec • University of Miami, The Launch Pad. Workshops, networking, resources and coaching, www.thelauchpad.org • The Startup Forum. Organization’s mission is to foster the development of regional startup communities, www.startupforum.net
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Who says old-fashioned values no longer have a place in today’s business world? Certainly not Bragi Sigurdsson and Linda Schechter. Linda’s father was a Miami Beach hotelier who believed business is best conducted with a handshake, and Bragi’s family in Iceland raised him with the same values. As owners of Miami Beach’s premier boutique real estate brokerage, Bragi & Linda provide service that evokes a bygone era and is deeply appreciated by their elite clientele. Wouldn’t it be refreshing to have a broker that takes all the risk, does all the work, pays for all the marketing but does not tie you down with a signed agreement? We are that broker. We will take all the risk, do all the work and pay for all the marketing on your property. We do not require a signed listing agreement. We do business on a Handshake. We will exclusively list and market your property with only a “handshake”
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MCM offers a holiday gift for Wannadoo City pass holders BY WOODY GRABER
When Wannadoo City closed in South Florida this past holiday season many annual pass holders were left holding the bag —and it wasn’t a gift bag. Their passes became useless and they couldn’t get a refund. Enter Miami Children’s Museum to the rescue! The popular Miami family attraction is offering a special holiday gift to all those holding current annual passes to Wannadoo City. From now through Jan. 31, bring your pass to MCM at 980 MacArthur Causeway on Watson Island and use it for free admission to the museum for the pass holder and an adult companion. A new interactive special exhibit, “The Adventures of Mr. Potato Head,” begins Jan. 22. “When we heard that the people with Wannadoo passes were left out in the cold, we knew the museum could provide a little holiday cheer for those families,” said Jeff Berkowitz, MCM’s board chair. “With everything MCM has to offer, we knew we
could more than make up for their troubles and leave a smile on everyone’s face. After all we are the Towncenter for children and their families.” Regular admission is $15 for adults and children, $12 for Florida residents, and free for children under 1 year. Admission for museum members is complimentary. Founded in 1983, Miami Children’s Museum is dedicated to enriching the lives of all children by fostering a love of learning and enabling children to reach their highest potential. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to play together, learn, imagine and create. The 56,500-square-foot facility includes 14 galleries, classrooms, and a 200-seat auditorium. The museum offers hundreds of bilingual, interactive exhibits; programs and classes, including special needs classes; Subway restaurant; KidSmart educational gift shop and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication. For more information call the museum at 305-373-KIDS (5437) or visit online at <www.miamichildrensmuseum.org>.
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2011 Altima Sedan will continue as Nissan’s best seller Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR
LET’S TALK CARS The Altima Sedan, now in its fourth generation, underwent a facelift last year and probably will continue as the best-selling vehicle in the 2011 Nissan lineup. The 2011 Altima Sedan again offers a nice combination of a sporty design and a wide range of available features and technology. Enhancements for the new model year include revised package content and three new exterior colors. The Altima Sedan again is available in three models designed to appeal to a broad range of buyers and budgets — the 2.5 CVT and 2.5 S CVT with a standard 175-hp 2.5liter inline four-cylinder engine, and the 3.5 SR CVT with a 270-hp 3.5-liter V-6. In 2010, the Altima Sedan was given a restyled hood, grille, front bumper and aluminum-alloy wheel designs. Those changes added a greater visual presence to the front end, especially the hood, and differentiated the Sedan from the Coupe.
The refreshed exterior styling continues with the T-shaped grille, powerful front fenders, strong wedge character line, forward Apillars and Nissan roofline. High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights and front fog lights are optional with the Sport Package (3.5 SR), while Altima-style taillights and dual exhaust finishers are standard on all models. An aerodynamic rear spoiler is part of the new Special Edition Package, along with fog lights, auto on/off headlights and leatherwrapped steering wheels with audio controls. Altima’s short front and rear overhangs enhance the car’s maneuverability and contribute to its sporty appearance. Altima’s chassis layout allows for a roomy front and rear cabin, ample interior headroom and legroom, and good cargo storage with 15.3 cubic feet of trunk space. Altima is available with 16-inch (optional on 2.5 S) or 17-inch (standard on 3.5 SR) aluminum-alloy wheels or 16-inch steel wheels with covers (2.5, 2.5 S). The Altima interior continues to have soft materials, such as padded armrests, and stylish chrome accents, with complementing fabrics and finishers for all interior colors (both cloth and leather-appointed). The Altima instrument panel features a Fine Vision gauge display for precise readability and the L-shaped flow of the instrument panel to the center console adds to a driver-oriented cockpit.
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display, USB port with iPod connectivity, Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, MP3/WMA CD-ROM playback, XM Satellite Radio and RearView Monitor. Pricing on the 2011 Nissan Altima Sedan ranges from $19,900 to $24,740. Ron Beasley is the automotive editor for Miami’s Community Newspapers. He may be contacted by calling 305-662-2277, ext. 261, or by addressing email correspondence to <LetsTalkCars@aol.com>.
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