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Ray Palmer

winners Best of the Coast is the best time to have another all winners version of this column.

The W&L team is too upset about the New Orleans Saints’ 1-3 start to write much else.

Health Care. McCarthy will represent Baptist Health Care in community-wide efforts focused on health status improvement and coordination.

SANDY SANSING The auto dealer donated a Chevrolet 12-passenger van to The Arc Gateway, which has seen its state funding cut over the past decade. The Arc Gateway's Transportation services bring people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to the much-needed opportunities they would not otherwise have—recreation, education, camaraderie and meaningful work.

SAENGER THEATRE USHERS The dedicated Saenger Theatre volunteer usher corps was recently recognized for their service to the Saenger, the local arts groups and to the community. Collectively, more than 80 volunteers, from the period of Oct.1, 2014 through Sept. 19, 2015, gave an astounding 7,480 hours of service.

MARJAN MAZZA Pensacola State Col-

lege received a $250,000 gift to establish the Marjan Mazza Business and Management Endowed Scholarship at Pensacola State College, the first endowed scholarship for PSC students seeking baccalaureate degrees. The Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management program has been renamed the Marjan Mazza Bachelor of Applied Science in Business and Management program.

RAY PALMER Florida Sports Foundation recognized Palmer and the Pensacola Sports Association for their commitment to enhancing the Pensacola sports scene, promoting health, fitness and sportsmanship and growing sports tourism in the Pensacola area by awarding them the 2015 Florida Sports Leadership Award.

FOR VOTING US BEST ON THE COAST! Go Irish on the Island – Best Pub Crawl Taste of the Beach – Best Food Event

MEGHAN MCCARTHY The 2015 Inweekly Rising Star has been named the Director of Community Health & Wellness for Baptist

BLUE WAHOOS STADIUM In its annual rankings of 160 minor league parks, Stadium Journey has placed Blue Wahoos Stadium as the second best MiLB Ballpark. This is the fourth time the home of the Pensacola Blue Wahoos has been placed in the top five of these rankings. Pensacola was named second in 2014, first in 2013 and fifth in 2012.

SACRED HEART PEDIATRIC RESIDENTS At the Florida American Academy of Pediatric Residents Brain Bowl, Sacred Heart pediatric residents captured second place out of nine teams. Sacred Heart’s team of pediatric residents included third-years Dr. Rachael Evans and Dr. Allison Payne with second-years Dr. Mudasser Ibrahim and Dr. Christine Pham.

2-1-1 NORTHWEST FLORIDA United Way’s local five-person 2-1-1 Northwest Florida team was honored with highest quality assurance over 20 others from across the nation. In competition with call centers containing staffs of over 180, 2-1-1 Northwest Florida scored highest among those who participated.

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by Rick Outzen

BOC TIME CAPSULE Our first Best of the Coast was published Aug. 31, 2000. We were struggling to find our way in the newspaper business, and our advertising revenue needed a shot in the arm. People warned us that reader polls were tricky, and we would probably upset more business owners than the few that won the four dozen categories.

Being hardheaded, we stepped off the ledge and created what has become an annual tradition and our most popular issue. I pulled out the inaugural Best of the Coast and found that it is a perfect time capsule of Pensacola politics in 2000.

Fifteen years ago, the most popular politicians were Congressman Joe Scarborough, State Representatives Dee Dee Ritchie (Davis) and Jerry Maygarden, and former State Senator W.D. Childers, who was running for the Escambia County Commission.

Scarborough and his political machine had backed Republican candidates who were challenging for Superintendent of Schools and Escambia County Sheriff. Two months later, Jim Paul and Ron McNesby were swept into office along with Scarborough, who immediately had to work to win Florida's electoral votes for George W. Bush away from Al Gore.

Joe is now a political pundit on NBC and hosts “Morning Joe” on MSNBC. Dee

Dee and Jerry have retired from politics but are still active in the community. Childers was found guilty of two charges of bribery and unlawful compensation in 2003 and served nearly three years of a 42-month prison sentence.

The biggest scandal in 2000 involved the antics of the Escambia County School Board. Vanette Webb, who had been elected to the school board in 1996, had been removed from office in 1999 following her conviction for withholding public records. Her conviction was overturned later in the year when Judge William White ruled the state had failed to identify any specific public record that had been withheld.

Webb, the darling of Luke McCoy’s “Pensacola Speaks,” was reinstated and filed to run for a second term. A week after the Best of the Coast was published, she lost in the primary, receiving only 17 percent of the votes. Linda Finkelstein would beat George White in the run-off.

Webb later filed bankruptcy, claiming her legal fees forced it. She tried to get the Escambia School District to pay for her legal expenses, totaling $200,000, but the courts ruled against her.

The political landscape has changed significantly since August 2000, but the events of that year set the tone for the following decade. It will be interesting to see how we look back on 2015. {in}rick@inweekly.net

It will be interesting to see how we look back on 2015.

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The Fish House BEST UNIQUELY PENSACOLA DISH (GRITS À YA YA) H BEST WAITER (RICKY ANDERSON) BEST RESTAURANT TO TAKE OUT-OF-TOWN GUESTS H BEST PO-BOY BEST PLACE FOR A REHEARSAL DINNER H BEST VIEW H BEST BRUNCH H BEST SIDES

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BEST RESTAURANT OVERALL Winner: Global Grill The Fish House Restaurant IRON Type by Chef Blake Rushing

BEST RESTAURANT–DOWNTOWN PENSACOLA Winner: Restaurant IRON Carmen’s Lunch Bar Jackson’s Steakhouse Type by Chef Blake Rushing BEST RESTAURANT–CORDOVA AREA Winner: Shark Fin Bonefish Grill O’Briens Bistro The Tuscan Oven Pizzeria BEST RESTAURANT–NORTH PENSACOLA/NINE MILE/UWF Winner: Goat Lips Deli & Dinner House Hopjacks Pizza Kitchen & Taproom Jasmine Fusion Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse BEST RESTAURANT–WEST PENSACOLA/PERDIDO KEY Winner: The Jellyfish Fishermans Corner Lillian’s Pan Pizza Pensacola Cooks Kitchen BEST RESTAURANT–EAST PENSACOLA HEIGHTS Winner: New Yorker Deli & Pizzeria Jerry’s Drive In The Magnolia Scenic 90 Cafe BEST RESTAURANT–GULF BREEZE Winner: La Brisa Aegean Breeze SaBai Thai Cafe Thai 54 Cuisine BEST RESTAURANT– PENSACOLA BEACH Winner: The Grand Marlin Casino Beach Bar & Grille Peg Leg Pete’s Sidelines Sports Bar and Restaurant

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BEST RESTAURANT–PACE/ MILTON Winner: Chet’s Seafood Blackwater Bistro David’ s Catfish House McKineley’s Sandwich Shop BEST NEW RESTAURANT Winner: Nom Sushi Izakaya George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Khon’s on Palafox V. Paul’s Italian Ristorante BEST GREEK CUISINE Winner: Aegean Breeze Founaris Bros. Greek Restaurant Hummus Jordan Valley Cafe BEST MEXICAN CUISINE Winner: Cactus Flower Cafe La Hacienda Taco Rock Taqueria Olgy’s BEST ITALIAN CUISINE Winner: V. Paul’s Italian Ristorante Bonelli’s Café Italia Franco’s Italian Restaurant Petrellas Italian Cafe BEST CHINESE CUISINE Winner: Shark Fin China Wok Shang Hai II Yums Chinese Restaurant BEST JAPANESE CUISINE Winner: Sake Cafe Horizen Ichiban Nom Sushi Izakaya BEST THAI CUISINE Winner: Thai 54 Cuisine Bangkok Garden Jasmine Fusion SaBai Thai Cafe BEST INDIAN CUISINE Winner: Taste of India India Palace Restaurant & Grill Passage to India Spice House BEST CAJUN CUISINE Winner: Broussard’s Bayou Grill & Cajun Market Cub’s Crawfish Ruby Slipper Cafe Voodoo BBQ & Grill

BEST VIETNAMESE CUISINE Winner: Pho Golden Palace Saigon Oriental Market & Deli Tu-Do Yummi Deli BEST VEGETARIAN/VEGAN CUISINE Winner: End of The Line Cafe Carmen’s Lunch Bar Restaurant IRON Sluggo’s BEST HIBACHI Winner: Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse Sake Cafe Shan Kishi Japanese Hibachi & Fusion Sushi Yamato Japanese Restaurant BEST SEAFOOD CUISINE Winner: Peg Leg Pete’s The Fish House The Grand Marlin Type by Chef Blake Rushing BEST SEAFOOD MARKET Winner: Joe Patti’s Gulf Coast Seafood Deli Maria’s Fresh Seafood Market Perdido Key Seafood BEST STEAKHOUSE Winner: Jackson’s Steakhouse McGuire’s Irish Pub Restaurant IRON Rodizio Grill BEST ORIGINAL MENU Winner: Type by Chef Blake Rushing Carmen’s Lunch Bar Global Grill Restaurant IRON BEST CHEF Winner: Irv Miller (Jackson’s Steakhouse) Alex McPhail (Restaurant IRON) Blake Rushing (Type by Chef Blake Rushing) Frank Taylor (Global Grill) BEST UP-AND-COMING CHEF Winner: Ian Gillette (Type by Chef Blake Rushing) Jason Perry (Jackson’s Steakhouse) Amy Potmesil (The Grand Marlin) Christy Rushing (Southern Ladle Cafe) BEST WAIT STAFF Winner: Global Grill The Fish House

Restaurant IRON Shark Fin BEST WAITER Winner: Ricky Anderson (The Fish House) Tommy Ford (Global Grill) Frank Perez (Five Sisters Blues Cafe) Sam Sumlin (Global Grill) BEST WAITRESS Winner: Tina Lebel (Atlas Oyster House) Lindsay Carpenter (Type by Chef Blake Rushing) Mary Oliver (Hot Spot Barbecue) Jessica White (Restaurant IRON) BEST COFFEE SHOP Winner: The Leisure Club Coffee Bar & Restaurant Bodacious Brew Constant Coffee and Tea Maximilian Coffee

BEST ROMANTIC DINING Winner: The Melting Pot Jackson’s Steakhouse Jaco’s Bayfront Bar & Grille Restaurant IRON BEST PLACE FOR A FIRST DATE Winner: The Magnolia Five Sisters Blues Cafe Ozone Pizza Pub Restaurant IRON BEST PET-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT Winner: Hub Stacey’s The East Hill Yard Jaco’s Bayfront Bar & Grill The Magnolia BEST BREAKFAST Winner: Another Broken Egg Cafe Coffee Cup Restaurant Ruby Slipper Cafe Scenic 90 Cafe

BEST OUTDOOR DINING Winner: Red Fish Blue Fish Al Fresco Hub Stacey’s Paradise Bar & Grill

BEST BRUNCH Winner: The Fish House The Grand Marlin Polonza Bistro Ruby Slipper Cafe

BEST VIEW Winner: The Fish House The Grand Marlin Hemingway’s Island Grill Paradise Bar & Grill

BEST LUNCH Winner: Carmen’s Lunch Bar Hot Spot Barbecue Hub Stacey’s New Yorker Deli & Pizzeria

BEST PLACE TO SPLURGE Winner: Global Grill Jackson’s Steakhouse Restaurant IRON Type by Chef Blake Rushing

BEST PLACE TO BLOW YOUR DIET Winner: Peg Leg Pete’s Dog House Deli Five Sisters Blues Cafe Global Grill

BEST TAKE OUT/TO GO Winner: Nancy’s Catering & Events Al Fresco Ozone Pizza Pub Tops Choice Hamburgers

BEST PLACE TO COUNT CALORIES Winner: Carmen’s Lunch Bar Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe Khon’s on Palafox So Chopped BEST PLACE TO SATISFY YOUR SWEET TOOTH Winner: Oh Snap! Cupcakes George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Global Grill Scenic 90 Cafe

BEST FAST BITE Winner: Dog House Deli Al Fresco Jerry’s Drive In Tops Choice Hamburgers BEST PLACE FOR A BIRTHDAY DINNER Winner: McGuire’s Irish Pub Global Grill Jackson’s Steakhouse Restaurant IRON BEST RESTAURANT FOR SPORTS FANS Winner: Sidelines Sports Bar and Restaurant Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Miller’s Ale House New York Nick’s

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BEST LATE NIGHT EATS Winner: The Tin Cow The Elbow Room Hopjacks Pizza Kitchen & Taproom McGuire’s Irish Pub BEST RESTAURANT TO TAKE OUT-OF-TOWN GUESTS Winner: The Fish House McGuire’s Irish Pub Peg Leg Pete’s Restaurant IRON BEST GONE-BUT-NOT-FORGOTTEN RESTAURANT Winner: Jerry’s Cajun Cafe Hopkins’ House Skopelos Tre Fratelli

BEST UNIQUELY PENSACOLA DISH Winner: Grits à Ya Ya (The Fish House) Fried Grouper Sandwich (Peg Leg Pete’s) Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwich (The Magnolia) Spanish Lump Crab Melt – Open Face (Carmen’s Lunch Bar) BEST BAGELS Winner: Bagelheads Einstein Bros Bagels My Favorite Things Panera Bread BEST CUP OF COFFEE Winner: Polonza Bistro Bagelheads Bodacious Brew Constant Coffee and Tea BEST SPECIALTY COFFEE DRINKS Winner: Constant Coffee and Tea Bodacious Brew Fosko Coffee Barre The Leisure Club Coffee Bar & Restaurant BEST ICED COFFEE Winner: Bodacious Brew Constant Coffee and Tea Fosko Coffee Barre Polonza Bistro

BEST ICED TEA Winner: Carmen’s Lunch Bar Hot Spot Barbecue Constant Coffee and Tea Polonza Bistro BEST PIZZA Winner: Sky’s Pizza Pie Georgio’s Ozone Pizza Pub The Tuscan Oven Pizzeria BEST STEAK Winner: Jackson’s Steakhouse Global Grill McGuire’s Irish Pub Restaurant IRON BEST BURRITO Winner: Cactus Flower Cafe The East Hill Yard Taco Rock Taqueria Olgy’s BEST TACO Winner: Cactus Flower Cafe The East Hill Yard Taco Rock Z Taco (at Al Fresco) BEST GUMBO Winner: Broussard’s Bayou Grill & Cajun Market The Fish House Five Sisters Blues Cafe Joe Patti’s BEST SOUP Winner: Carmen’s Lunch Bar The Deli Case The Magnolia New Yorker Deli & Pizzeria BEST DELI Winner: New Yorker Deli & Pizzeria Apple Market City Grocery The Deli Case BEST BREAD Winner: George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Carmen’s Lunch Bar Constant Coffee and Tea Joe Patti’s BEST PO-BOY Winner: The Fish House Broussard’s Bayou Grill & Cajun Market Peg Leg Pete’s Shrimp Basket

BEST SANDWICH Winner: Spanish Lump Crab Melt – Open Face (Carmen’s Lunch Bar) The Cuban (Hub Stacey’s) Philly Cheesesteak (Philly’s Cheesesteaks & Hoagies) The SPAMinator (The Magnolia) BEST CHICKEN SALAD Winner: Norma’s (at Duh for Garden and Home) Apple Market Carmen’s Lunch Bar The Magnolia BEST CHEESEBURGER Winner: The Tin Cow Blue Dot Barbeque Jerry’s Drive In McGuire’s Irish Pub BEST CHEESE PLATE Winner: The Magnolia Carmen’s Lunch Bar Restaurant IRON The Wine Bar on Palafox BEST APPETIZERS Winner: Global Grill Carmen’s Lunch Bar The Grand Marlin Restaurant IRON BEST PASTRIES Winner: J’s Pastry Shop Chrisoula’s Cheesecake Shoppe George Artisan Bakery & Bistro Milton Quality Bakery BEST OMELETTE Winner: Scenic 90 Cafe Another Broken Egg Cafe Coffee Cup Restaurant George Artisan Bakery & Bistro BEST GRITS Winner: Coffee Cup Restaurant Broussard’s Bayou Grill & Cajun Market The Fish House George Artisan Bakery & Bistro BEST PANCAKES/WAFFLES Winner: Scenic 90 Cafe Five Sisters Blues Cafe Native Cafe Polonza Bistro BEST SIDES Winner: The Fish House Five Sisters Blues Cafe Jackson’s Steakhouse The Magnolia

BEST FRENCH FRIES Winner: Hopjacks Pizza Kitchen & Taproom Jaco’s Bayfront Bar & Grille Jerry’s Drive In New York Nick’s

BEST ICE CREAM/FROZEN YOGURT Winner: Wild Honey Frozen Yogurt Dolce Marble Slab Creamery Sweet Frog

BEST SOUL FOOD Winner: Five Sisters Blues Cafe All In One Restaurant (at Englewood Baptist Church) Broussard’s Bayou Grill & Cajun Market The Dwarf (Legendary “Chicken Stand”)

BEST DESSERTS Winner: Restaurant IRON Chrisoula’s Cheesecake Shoppe Global Grill The Magnolia

BEST FRIED CHICKEN Winner: Five Sisters Blues Cafe Apple Market The Dwarf (Legendary “Chicken Stand”) McGuire’s Irish Pub BEST WINGS Winner: Sidelines Sports Bar and Restaurant The Dwarf (Legendary “Chicken Stand”) Hub Stacey’s New York Nick’s BEST BBQ Winner: Hot Spot Barbecue Arlene Williams BBQ Brother’s BBQ Grover T’s BBQ BEST SUSHI Winner: Nom Sushi Izakaya Dharma Blue Ichiban Sake Cafe BEST SALADS Winner: Carmen’s Lunch Bar Global Grill Restaurant IRON So Chopped

BEST ORIGINAL MENU ITEM Winner: Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwich (The Magnolia) Avocado Toast (Constant Coffee and Tea) House Smoked Salmon Under Glass (Type by Chef Blake Rushing) Potato Crusted Grouper (Global Grill) BEST LUNCH SPECIALS Winner: Sky’s Pizza Pie Broussard’s Bayou Grill & Cajun Market Carmen’s Lunch Bar Pensacola Cooks Kitchen BEST WEEKLY SPECIAL Winner: Sideways Thursdays (The Magnolia) Hopkins Fried Chicken Wednesdays (McGuire’s Irish Pub) Ladies Night (Ozone Pizza Pub) Thursday Night Dinner (End of the Line Cafe) BEST COOKING CLASSES Winner: So Gourmet Celia Casey Cuisine Française Jackson’s Steakhouse Pensacola Cooks Kitchen

BEST PLACE TO BUY PRODUCE Winner: Bailey’s Produce & Nursery Apple Market Flora Bama Farms Palafox Market BEST VEGETARIAN/VEGAN DISH Winner: Awesome Falafel (End of The Line Cafe) Kale Salad (Carmen’s Lunch Bar) Pecan Dusted Seitan (Sluggo’s) Veggie Plate (Restaurant IRON)

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ANOTHER BROKEN EGG CAFÉ

721 E. Gregory St., anotherbrokenegg.com How long have you been in business? Three and a half years What inspired you to get started? After enjoying wonderful dining experiences for years at Another Broken Egg Cafe in Destin with Tommy and Marcia Green, we thought one would be well received in Pensacola.

How many employees do you have? 42 How do you define being the “best”? We properly prepare wonderful recipes with fresh, quality ingredients in a clean, pleasant restaurant where people feel welcome, and their needs are respected.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We care about the wants and needs of our friends and customers.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

The drive to be the best experience in the day of our customer's life. We enjoy it when our customers leave happy and content.

Answers by: Homer and Linda Biggers, Owners

CACTUS FLOWER CAFÉ

3425 N. 12th Ave., cactusflowercafe.net How long have you been in business? 15 years What inspired you to get started? My Love of making people happy with food.

How many employees do you have? 40 How do you define being the “best”? Mak-

ing every customer feel the love we put in our food—with our detail to customer service and fresh cuisine.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We have amazing customers, and we really appreciate them. We also love this community and love giving back by helping with charitable events.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My customers inspire me—every day. Their smiling faces when they eat give me great joy.

Answers by: Lee Kafeety, Owner/Founder

CARMEN’S LUNCH BAR

407 S. Palafox, Ste. B, carmenslunchbar.com How long have you been in business? Three years What inspired you to get started? I've always had dreams of owning my own restaurant.

When Quint & Rishy Studer announced their plans for the Pensacola Business Challenge, I embraced the opportunity! The space is very small, so the design was inspired by small bars and restaurants in Europe & in New Orleans.

How many employees do you have? 12 How do you define being the “best”? I think that being the "best" means that you have made an impression on your customers for doing something differently and, most importantly, consistently. There is a huge difference between good and great. We believe in being great, so we work hard for it every day.

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What do you think sets you and your business apart? At Carmen's we are known for our unique menu, warm service and intimate setting. I think it is the flavorful food and colorful presentation of our dishes that make our food stand out. Carmen's has also become a meeting spot where there is a sense of community and camaraderie.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My appetite and my desire to make people happy continually inspire me to do my best.

I love great food­—it drives me every day. My mother was the best caterer. The power her delicious cuisine had to make people happy made me want to follow her lead.

Answers by: MariCarmen Josephs, Chef/Owner

CONSTANT COFFEE AND TEA

615 Scenic Hwy., constantcoffeeandtea.com How long have you been in business?

Almost two years What inspired you to get started? No one would let me do all the cool stuff floating around in my brain.

How many employees do you have? Five How do you define being the “best”? Winning Best of the Coast. What else matters?

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Passion, creativity, and a love of research.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My regulars. I want them to know their usual is

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END OF THE LINE CAFE

610 E. Wright St., eotlcafe.com How long have you been in business? 13 years What inspired you to get started? A longtime love of cooking. Creating modern healthy alternatives of our favorite foods was something I wanted to do professionally and hopefully change the way people looked at health food.

How many employees do you have? A small handful.

How do you define being the “best”?

Honest efforts and compassionate decisions.

Being humble yet professional. Hard work with continued passion for your field and a drive to work harder.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Over the years, End of The Line Cafe has grown and matured into an amazing family. Over the years, I have grown and matured and have an amazing family of my own.

The only difference is, I get to go home and make monster costumes at the end of the day.

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THE FISH HOUSE

600 S. Barracks St., fishhousepensacola.com How long have you been in business? 17 years What inspired you to get started? Collier Merrill formed Great Southern Restaurants with his brothers, Will and Burney Merrill, and Chef Jim Shirley in 1998. Their inspiration was to create a great hangout for the community serving up good fun along with good grits.

How many employees do you have? 200 How do you define being the “best”? It's our goal each and every day to provide topnotch service and food, but our guests make us the best.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We’re located on beautiful Pensacola Bay, overlooking Seville Harbor in downtown Pensacola. Plus we’re locally owned and operated and have a great staff.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

The community that we serve.

Answers by: Maria Goldberg, Director of Marketing, Public Relations and Events

GEORGE ARTISAN BAKERY & BISTRO

1124 W. Garden St., georgeartisan.com How long have you been in business? Six months What inspired you to get started? I've always dreamed of opening my restaurant to share my passion for amazing food and hospitality.

How many employees do you have? We have 25 amazing employees.

How do you define being the “best”? Being the best is when I see our guests taking a bite of our food, our pastries and our bread and going "OMG!" When I see them enjoying every last bite, when I see them leaving happy and already planning what they will try next time.

Their smile is my succes.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Every detail of our restaurant is truly artisan, including the interior--it was handcrafted by my wife--Luba, our family members and friends. Our breads are baked fresh every day, and our pastries are masterfully created by our talented pastry chef, Chef Jordan, in house, from scratch.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My wife, my daughter Georgina, our parents, our brothers and sisters, our talented and dedicated employees, our guests. Even on a tough day, I know I have a huge wall of support, love and dedication.

Answers by: Chef George D. Lazi, Chef/Owner

GLOBAL GRILL

25 and 27 S. Palafox, globalgrillpensacola.com How long have you been in business? 12 great years and hoping for many more.

What inspired you to get started? Chef Frank’s passion for food and the yearning to be our own boss. Frank’s dad was in the military, so he lived in Europe during his high school years.

He loved the tapas concept, where you can try many different flavors and dishes to comprise October 8, 2015

a meal. When we opened in 2003, we were the first tapas restaurant on the Gulf Coast. With his love of several styles of cooking—Mediterranean, Asian, Cajun, Southern—Frank didn’t want to be locked into one particular style of cooking. Global Grill was born.

How many employees do you have? Around 35. And we love every single one of them. Most of the time.

How do you define being the “best”? Serving an excellent product with consistency and love. Paying attention to details. Keeping our employees happy, which leads to making our customers happy.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? It all starts with amazing food. All of our sauces, dressings, ice creams are made from scratch to get the best flavors. Frank butchers our steaks in-house. We grind, stuff and smoke our own sausages. We cure and smoke our own bacon. The list goes on. Add to that our wonderful service and an upscale but laid-back atmosphere, and we think the combo works.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Our customers, of course. We know that there are many dining options in Pensacola, and we are grateful they choose to dine with us. We want to keep improving, progressing and keeping it fresh and fun.

Answers by: Jane Taylor, Owner/Manager

HOPJACKS PIZZA KITCHEN & TAPROOM

10 S. Palafox, hopjacks.com How long have you been in business? Seven and a half years What inspired you to get started? Pensacola was in desperate need of a late-night food venue that wasn't a drive-through, fast-food place. Also, the craft beer movement needed to be in Pensacola.

How many employees do you have? 50 How do you define being the “best”? A team of hard workers striving for a common goal and putting in 100% effort consistently to achieve what we could not achieve alone.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The diversity of our guests gave us the slogan "ties to tattoos". Everyone is welcome.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

The voices in our heads.

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HOT SPOT BARBECUE

901 E. La Rua St. facebook.com/HotSpotPensacola How long have you been in business? Two and a quarter years What inspired you to get started? We have a spirit-led desire to serve great barbecue.

How many employees do you have? 15 How do you define being the “best”? We are truly blessed to have such a wonderful reputation. It is very humbling knowing that people took their time to vote for us.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? A fun and friendly atmosphere

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where we truly appreciate that our guests can go anywhere to eat. We strive to prove ourselves worthy every day.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Our faith in God's word promising to prosper good work, and this great country which allows us the freedom to work every day.

Answers by: Jim Hlubek, General Manager and Cheri Hlubek, Catering Manager

ICHIBAN

5555 N Davis Hwy., ichibanpensacola.com How long have you been in business? 12 years What inspired you to get started? We wanted to create sushi every body feels comfortable ordering.

How many employees do you have? 25 Who or what inspires you to be your best?

We like catering to individual tastes, rather than insisting on our ideas only. We are always willing to go the extra miles to achieve high quality food and excellent service with a welcoming ambiance.

Answers by: Lin and Jean Hyechin, Owners

JACKSON'S STEAKHOUSE

400 S. Palafox greatsouthernrestaurants.com How long have you been in business? 17 years What inspired you to get started? In 1998,

a group of entrepreneurs were inspired to renovate the old building and open a restaurant in historic downtown. The restaurant was inspired by Andrew Jackson who, in 1821, accepted the transfer of Florida from Spain to the United States in Ferdinand Plaza directly in front of the restaurant.

How many employees do you have? 45 How do you define being the “best”? It is the goal of the Merrill Brothers, Chef Irv Miller and Director of Operations Steve Ooms to provide the very best in service and food to our guests each and every day. Our customers make us the best.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We’re located in historic, downtown Pensacola overlooking Plaza Ferdinand.

Plus we’re locally owned and operated; also, our staff.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Our customers inspire us to be the best.

Answers by: Maria Goldberg, Director of Marketing, Public Relations and Events

LA BRISA

51 Gulf Breeze Pkwy., Gulf Breeze labrisarestaurant.com How long have you been in business? Two and half years What inspired you to get started? My desire to work for myself and serve my community inspired me.

How many employees do you have? 15 How do you define being the “best”? Being the best is creating an experience that leads people to advertise through word of mouth.

We also have enjoyed getting to know a lot of our customers.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our menu, our wine list and our waterfront location in Gulf Breeze sets us apart.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

The competition. The surrounding area is experiencing new and creative concepts.

Answers by: John Huggins, Owner

THE LEISURE CLUB COFFEE BAR & RESTAURANT

1151 Office Woods Dr., Suite A theleisureclub.net How long have you been in business? Five years What inspired you to get started? As Pensacola natives, we saw the need to bring specialty coffee to our hometown. We also wanted to create a casual, community spot for people to relax, enjoy conversation and have the best coffee, wine, craft beer and meal possible. We are that neighborhood place where everyone knows your name.

How many employees do you have? 12 How do you define being the “best”? Being the best means caring about every detail of

what we do. With our coffee, we know the local farms where it's harvested, as well as when it's roasted. We use local milk and honey and make all ingredients from scratch. We are constantly striving to evolve.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are a family-owned and operated local business. This is rare, especially in an industry dominated by large franchises. We also genuinely care about the quality of what we do, and select each purveyor carefully. We want to provide a quality experience every time a customer chooses to visit us.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Our customers inspire us to always hold ourselves to a high standard that deserves the investment of their time and money they make every time they walk through our door. We want to earn their loyalty and provide something of value that sets us apart.

Answers by: Denise Berry, Owner

THE MAGNOLIA

2907 E. Cervantes St., magnoliapensacola.com How long have you been in business? Four (incredible) years What inspired you to get started? We really wanted to build something together. The Magnolia represents us and our experiences and is a small manifestation of our hope for this community.

How many employees do you have? Five

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How do you define being the “best”? Doing all of the little things that most people don't notice, but that come together to make a memorable experience.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We do what we want. We serve food, craft beer and wine that we love and are proud of. We love getting to know our regulars.

Our staff is like family. We opened to create a special place in Pensacola, and we work hard to maintain that.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

All of our regulars. Their support consistently motivates us to produce a better product or go the extra mile with service. We are truly humbled by the support we receive from this community, and our little piece of this town represents our way of giving back.

Answers by: Kiley and Bill Manning, Owners/Operators

NEW YORK NICK’S

911 S. Palafox, newyorknicks.net How long have you been in business? 12 and a half years What inspired you to get started? Several family-owned businesses. My first job was as a busboy at 14 in my uncle’s restaurant; I knew then what I wanted to do. It was my dream to open my own restaurant.

How many employees do you have?

Around 20 How do you define being the “best”? We are providing a service to the community with some of the best-cooked food from family and past business recipes, and providing as many sporting events to the diverse people who now call Pensacola home.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Same as above Who or what inspires you to be your best?

All the past contacts and customers throughout the years, plus my family and friends who are in the business or knew of my dream.

Answers by: Nick Zangari, Owner

NEW YORKER DELI & PIZZERIA

3001 E. Cervantes St. newyorkerdeliandpizzeria.com How long have you been in business? We opened our doors for business in 1991.

What inspired you to get started? The New Yorker Deli was originally created with the idea of bringing a little bit of New York and its food to Pensacola to share with the locals.

How many employees do you have? 28 How do you define being the “best”? Being the best means always working and striving for excellence in everything we do.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We feel that what sets us apart is our service, quality of food and great prices.

Our goal is to always do our best to make sure that every customer gets a great meal, friendly service and has a great time with every visit.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

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Answers by: Renee and Wayne Nix, Owners

NOM SUSHI IZAKAYA

410 S. Palafox, nomsushi.com How long have you been in business? We are celebrating our one-year anniversary this month.

What inspired you to get started? I started in the food industry when I was 16 and eventually gravitated towards sushi. I've been a sushi chef for almost 15 years and have developed a love for the techniques and flavors. When I got the chance to open Nom, I went for it.

How many employees do you have? We employ around 15 people.

How do you define being the “best”? For me, being the best is about pushing ourselves and our customers to try new things and experience familiar flavors in a creative new way. We try every day to contribute to and elevate the rich culinary landscape of Pensacola.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? What sets Nom apart is that we have a very talented team dedicated to presenting a great product. We get fresh, sustainable fish in every day, and we steer clear of the frozen and processed fish and crab that is standard in many sushi bars.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? I am driven by a constant desire to improve with each day. I am inspired by many great chefs, both Japanese and American, to keep moving forward and growing as a chef.

Answers by: Brad Jones, Owner and Executive Chef

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POLONZA BISTRO

286 N. Palafox, polonza.com How long have you been in business? Four and a half years What inspired you to get started? We wanted to give our customers great coffee and fresh, house-made food.

How many employees do you have? 21-25 How do you define being the “best”? Always providing the best quality in service and food.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our amazing coffee bar.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My grandmother is my inspiration.

Answers by: Jami Brown, Manager

RESTAURANT IRON

22 N .Palafox, restaurantIRON.com How long have you been in business? We have been in business for a little over three years and at our new location since December.

What inspired you to get started? Chef Alex, after working in some of the best restaurants in New Orleans, wanted to return to his hometown of Pensacola. He had a desire to help evolve the Pensacola community by providing a fresh, artistic approach to the culinary scene.

How many employees do you have? 25 How do you define being the “best”? We think the best is defined by loving what you do

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and inviting other people to see that in your work. For us, being the best means waking up every day and loving what we do.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We try to obtain as many of our ingredients from a 200-mile radius as possible. We focus on local, organic, nonGMO ingredients to ensure our food is as fresh as possible.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Chef Alex draws his inspiration from other chefs, mainly Thomas Keller of The French Laundry. The Restaurant IRON staff is inspired by offering healthy food to the Pensacola and surrounding communities.

Answers by: Nikki Nash, Owner

SAKE CAFE

4795 N. 9th Ave., sakecafepensacola.com How long have you been in business? Nine years What inspired you to get started? We were inspired to offer fine quality Asian food, which this town needed.

How many employees do you have? 15 including full-time and part-time employees.

What do you think sets your business apart? Japanese and Asian food is a big part of our lives. Plus our food is always fresh and good quality.

Answers by: Wayan Sumadi, Chef

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SHARK FIN

5912 N. Davis Hwy., Ste. C sharkfinpensacola.com How long have you been in business? Five and a half years What inspired you to get started? We wanted to provide quality Chinese food, not the usual fast-food options.

How many employees do you have? 20 How do you define being the “best”? We are focused on the dynamics of a well-balanced diet and also unique flavors. We also like to make everything from scratch.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

We are always looking for more ways to provide our customers with quality food. We take our business home with us each night.

Answers by: Lin and Jean Hyechin, Owners

SKY’S PIZZA PIE

5559 N. Davis Hwy., skyspizzapie.com How long have you been in business? I've been in the restaurant/food service industry for 20 years and in business and making pizzas for five years.

What inspired you to get started? Having a job that I was not happy with and wanting to be my own boss, plus wanting to make great pizza.

How many employees do you have? I started out with two and now I have 18 employees.

How do you define being the “best”? Best is

all in opinion. I push for consistency and quality pizza and hope everyone loves it like I do.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The uniqueness of real NY Style Pizza that reminds me of when I lived in upstate NY. When someone tastes the pizza from anywhere up north and says "that's it!" It reminds me of home—just huge slices foldable and a crunch.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Having fun and loving what you do and having your family support you. Especially a future for my daughter, Skylah Answers by: Sarah Noble, Pizza maker/Owner

TYPE BY CHEF BLAKE RUSHING

501 N. 9th Ave. (inside Duh for Garden and Home), typebyblake.com How long have you been in business? Two years at a Type and cooking for 14 years What inspired you to get started? I wanted to bring something special and unique to Pensacola.

How many employees do you have? 10 How do you define being the “best”? It’s all opinion. I just like making people happy.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We change the menu every month to stay very fresh and seasonal.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My family and love of cooking.

Answers by: Blake Rushing, Executive Chef

V. PAUL'S ITALIAN RISTORANTE

29 S. Palafox, vpauls.com How long have you been in business? One year What inspired you to get started? The opportunity to bring an authentic Italian dining experience back to Pensacola was the driving force for opening V. Paul's How many employees do you have? 65 How do you define being the “best”? We define being the "best" by trying to make every customer experience their best. If it is in the restaurant, at our bar, in our event space, or at one of our wine clubs or paired dinners, we want our customers’ experience to be top notch.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our size, design and the atmosphere of our venue, along with our attention to detail, help set us apart.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Our loyal customers are what inspire us. It is great to see their smiling faces in the restaurant, or at one of our events, or when they have one of their events in our event space.

It is like having a big "Italian family dinner" every night.

Answers by: Paul Bruno, Owner

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BAMBOO WILLIE’S BEACHSIDE BAR

400 Quietwater Beach Road bamboowillies.com How long have you been in business?

Bamboo Willie's has been open 17 years. I have been in the hospitality business for 40 years.

What inspired you to get started? My parents had a restaurant when we were growing up, so I started at an early age. Thinking back now, I did it all for the chocolate éclairs!

How many employees do you have? 30 How do you define being the “best”? Serving the best daiquiris on the beach, an awesome view, great guest service and live music since 1998.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Creating great events on the beach for our locals where we all love to work, play and live.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Would have to say my parents.

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THE CABARET

101 S. Jefferson St. How long have you been in business? Six years What inspired you to get started? The opportunity to preserve and grow a sector of Pensacola's community.

How many employees do you have? Five How do you define being the “best”? Holding a unique level of excellence that others seek to benchmark and improve themselves.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Although business practices outside of the hospitality industry have been implemented, our customer and employee base would have to be the biggest, most enjoyable difference.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

The thirst and quest for knowledge and continued betterment.

Answers by: Paul Dye, Manager/Owner and Sean Sumpter, Trivia Master/Server

THE ELBOW ROOM

2213 W. Cervantes St. How long have you been in business? 52 years How many employees do you have? Six How do you define being the “best”? We strive at The Elbow Room to deliver the best pizza and coldest beer to our friends and family every day. Our family grows when a new friend comes for a visit.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We aren't the average restaurant.

Most people are surprised on their first visit.

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Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Our founder Jim Flynn set the standard 52 years ago, and we strive every day to maintain it.

Answers by: Jonathan Owens and Lisa Touchettes, family members of The Elbow Room

OLD HICKORY WHISKEY BAR

123 S. Palafox, oldhickorywhiskeybar.com How long have you been in business? Two years What inspired you to get started? Plain and simple: My love for whiskey and history. I was lucky enough to find a way to merge those two into a successful business that I get to wake up and run every day. The cocktail industry is a big family, so it makes work feel less like work.

How many employees do you have? Six full time, five part time How do you define being the “best”? Striving to make service better and stay on top of market trends. It is important to educate staff and yourself on your product to better serve your consumer. We made The Bourbon Review's Top 75 Bourbon Bars in America, so I believe we're on the right path for our guests.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Obviously, our large special

collection of whiskeys makes a big difference.

Plus our staff and their passion for their trade make for a unique cocktail experience to our guests. Letting the bartenders shine is what we do best. They are the true artists of their craft.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My future legacy. I've always wanted to do something that wasn't the norm for a female my age, and being a 28-year-old female whiskey bar owner definitely isn't the norm. Old Hickory has made national acclaim and to me that makes for a good future story of my life.

Answers by: Katie Garrett, Owner

PLAY

16 S. Palafox, iplaypensacola.com How long have you been in business? Play is rapidly approaching its 5th anniversary this coming November.

What inspired you to get started? We had already invested in downtown. We saw its potential and wanted to be at the beginning of something great. We saw a need for something totally new and unique, and we filled it.

How many employees do you have? 10 How do you define being the “best”?

Providing a one-of-a-kind experience is first, but providing that experience with supreme customer service is necessary. Play is confident in its personality, and our customers know they can expect a consistent product every single

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What do you think sets you and your business apart? Ultimately, Play is completely unique and an unchallenged experience downtown. We strive to be ourselves and to always embrace our differences in comparison to our neighbors.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Our customers. Without them, we aren't here.

Answers by: Ed Banacia, Co-Owner

SEVILLE QUARTER

130 E. Government St., sevillequarter.com How long have you been in business? Seville Quarter has been the Gulf Coast's entertainment destination since 1967.

What inspired you to get started? Seville Quarter was the dream of Bob Snow, who was a virtuoso trumpet player, Dixieland band leader, naturally-gifted designer, builder and energetic entrepreneur. Snow fell in love with Pensacola while in Navy Flight training. Over several years, the beautiful distinctive rooms became Pensacola’s premier entertainment and dining complex.

How many employees do you have? Over the past 48 years Seville Quarter has employed over 10,000 employees. It used to be, in Pensacola, if you worked in the hospitality business, you started at Seville Quarter. Currently,

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Seville Quarter has over 125 hardworking and dedicated employees.

How do you define being the “best”? Being the best is what Seville Quarter and our staff does every day. Seville Quarter is only as good as the people who work here. We have the best team of loyal, long-term employees lead by a family of dedicated, hands-on owners.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Seville Quarter and the Mitchell Family are devoted to providing each guest with the highest level of customer service as outlined in "The 5 F’s”—fine quality products served in a friendly atmosphere with fast service at a fair price in a family business.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? The locals of Pensacola who have made Seville Quarter their hometown entertainment destination for almost 50 years. Plus the customers who come into Seville Quarter for the first time and realize they are in one of the greatest nightclubs in the world, and they can't wait to tell their friends.

Answers by: Buck Mitchell, Marketing Director

VINYL MUSIC HALL

2 S. Palafox, vinylmusichall.com How long have you been in business?

Since August of 2010

What inspired you to get started? A desire to bring world-class entertainment from all over the world to downtown Pensacola.

How many employees do you have? It fluctuates, but approximately 20 How do you define being the “best”?

Providing a one-of-a-kind concert experience in the heart of our ever-growing downtown.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our efforts to bring not just quality, but musical diversity to downtown.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? The rabid live music fans in Pensacola and the surrounding areas.

Answers by: Chris Wilkes, Talent Buyer

THE WINE BAR ON PALAFOX

16 S. Palafox, thewinebaronpalafox.com How long have you been in business?

Five years What inspired you to get started?

Pensacola was lacking a casual wine-bar themed restaurant, and after almost a decade in wine retail, I took the gamble that Pensacola would embrace that concept.

How many employees do you have? 24 How do you define being the “best”?

Being the best means offering a good prod-

uct at a reasonable price and having your customers embrace and thank you for it.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The Wine Bar has been blessed with a loyal staff that loves what they do.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Food and Wine inspire me, and I get great of satisfaction seeing a packed house of customers enjoying themselves.

Answers by: Ian Kaple, Owner

WORLD OF BEER AND BLEND LOUNGE

200 S. Palafox, worldofbeer.com blendlounge.com How long have you been in business?

WOB eight years, Blend six years What inspired you to get started? Creating something with my best friend.

How many employees do you have? 100 How do you define being the “best”?

Doing your best.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? A culture of constant improvement.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Who—family and friends. What— building relationships, creating opportunities and providing a great experience.

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What do you think sets you and your business apart? We have so many unique items to offer, but I think our guests also know that we care about them. They know that they come first in our business. They know that every employee at Alyssa's will treat them with respect, care and go the extra mile for them.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? I have always strived to do what's right every day to please God. I feel that if you choose what is right, blessing will follow. God wants us to always give our best.

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ALYSSA’S ANTIQUE DEPOT

4586 Chumuckla Hwy., Pace shopalyssas.com How long have you been in business? 12 years What inspired you to get started? I love retail. And I love to make guests happy. So that inspired me to open my own store. I wanted to have a place where guests would be relaxed, happy and find great deals. It started with me and my puppy Dawsen and has grown from there.

How many employees do you have? 27 How do you define being the “best”? I think being the best can only be defined by your customers. It's about them knowing that they are your first priority at all times.

ARAGON WINE MARKET

27 S. Ninth Ave., aragonwinemarket.com How long have you been in business?

7 years in October What inspired you to get started? I always loved wine but never thought that it would be my career. I had no idea how much I would love not only being in the wine business, but how much I love the day-to-day running of a store.

Having great customers makes it easy and fun.

How many employees do you have? It's just me and Amber Solnick. I think it's great that we have a small staff. We do have to work hard, but we really get to know our customers and their likes.

How do you define being the “best”? We try hard. We might not always do everything

perfectly, but we have good intentions. And when we mess up, we take responsibility and try to make it right.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Personal service. You can buy wine anywhere these days—from the grocery to the gas station. People come to us to support a local business and to get one-onone help.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Of course our customers inspire us. Because we have personal relationships with many of them, we try hard to keep them happy. Recently we added a wine bar to the store, since we had many customers wanting to hang out and share a glass of wine.

Answers by: Charlotte Gordon, Owner

BERE’ JEWELERS

4421 Bayou Blvd., berejewelers.com How long have you been in business? This award is actually comes on the month of our 30th Anniversary. We opened Bere' Jewelers October 15, 1985.

What inspired you to get started? I started working in the jewelry field when I started selling jewelry in high school at the age of 17. I had a love for helping people. I get to handle beautiful, amazing jewelry and watches every day while helping folks celebrate those special moments in their lives.

How many employees do you have? We have 15 wonderful employees How do you define being the “best”? Well, I don't actually personally think we're the best, as I'm always striving to get better every day.

However, it's nice to know others do.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Without hesitation, I can say our employees are what make Bere' Jewelers special. Their enthusiasm and love for their jobs is infectious, and I believe our friends recognize that. Also, I'm a firm believer in supporting our community. I think folks appreciate that, and it makes me feel good.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My wife, Laura. She's my love since high school, and she's a perfectionist. She makes me want to be a better businessman and husband. I love her and my family. I also love my employees, but don't tell them that.

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BETWEEN BOUTIQUE

424 S. Palafox, betweenpcola.com How long have you been in business?

October 8 is our one-year anniversary What inspired you to get started? We are inspired by the women in our lives. We wanted to offer them a selection of products that we love and aren't available locally. Whether it is a fun pair of sunglasses or a beautiful piece

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of lingerie, we want it to enhance their lives in some small way.

How many employees do you have? We have one amazing employee named Victoria.

How do you define being the “best”? Being the best means offering our customers a shopping experience that they want to come back to time after time. In addition to our regular rotation of products, we change our decor often and want the store experience to remain exciting and new.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We carry many brands that are made in the USA, made of sustainable materials, or philanthropic in some way. It's important to us that our brands are owned by women, designed by women, and that they seek to empower women.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Seeing a person come into the store and find a style that was absolutely made for them is really inspiring. Every day we get to have great experiences with people who love our products as much as we do. That inspires us to find more great products to share.

Answers by: Lacey Berry, Co-Owner

DUH FOR GARDEN AND HOME

501 N. 9th Avenue, duhpensacola.com How long have you been in business?

Duh has been in business 15 years. But I suppose I have really been doing this my entire life. My father was an estate auctioneer, so I grew up in the business.

What inspired you to get started? Duh began in a 1,500sf cinder block liquor store, using garden and home elements from around the world. We currently have 16,000sf of showrooms, courtyards and two restaurants. We really just wanted to create a shopping experience like no other with a fun and unpretentious atmosphere.

How many employees do you have? Our needs are constantly evolving. In many ways, I would say Duh is a lot like Santa's workshop; we have as many elves, or Duh ninjas, as we like to call them, as we need to get the job at hand done.

How do you define being the “best”? I think it's generally that we have a unique selection of home decor and gifts. We strive to select the best products on the market with the best value. We really want to offer our customers something that they won't find anywhere else.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our experience, style, creativity and a splash of the unexpected.

The concept of Duh was to create a place for each individual to have an adventure for the day. We really offer everything; gifts, home decor, men's and women's clothing, items for children and pets, garden, stationery and two restaurants.

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relationship. We constantly strive to create an environment where it’s fun to shop.

Answers by: Jim Rigsbee, co-owner

EVER’MAN COOPERATIVE GROCERY & CAFE

315 W. Garden St., everman.org How long have you been in business?

From humble beginnings as a Florida notfor-profit corporation in 1973, operating out of a log cabin “to provide wholesome, nutritious food at a reasonable cost”, to completing a major expansion and remodel of its present store in 2014, Ever'man has served our community a long time.

What inspired you to get started?

Ever’man was founded in order for the community to have education about health, nutrition, and environmental issues; access to healthy, natural food and products at the lowest possible price; support for responsible, local agriculture and small business, and as an example of green business practices.

How many employees do you have? Since its beginnings in 1973, Ever’man has grown to a work force of over 80 full time and part time staff.

How do you define being the “best”?

At Ever’man, our policy is to provide healthier and more nutritious alternatives to conventional offerings, while providing our community with a wide variety of foods. Our buyers use a Product Evaluation Form when bringing in new products. Items offered for sale will be expected to meet or exceed our standards.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Ever’man is dedicated to providing education to members and the community on the importance of healthy foods, environmentally-friendly products and practices, and supporting local and small businesses that provide these types of products and services.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? We draw purpose from our mission; Ever’man views food as part of the chain of life with an emphasis on nutritional value and holistic health.

Answers by: Maria Pinochet, Marketing Manager

INDIGEAUX DENIM BAR & BOUTIQUE

122 S. Palafox, shopidb.com How long have you been in business?

This November, Indigeaux will be celebrating its 5th birthday.

What inspired you to get started? The IDB girls have always had a passion for fashion. Five years ago, we felt Pensacola wasn't a shopping destination. We didn't want people to feel they had to travel to shop.

How many employees do you have? We currently have 3 IDB stylists.

How do you define being the “best”?

Being the best means you strive to give the best customer service and experience.

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What do you think sets you and your business apart? I believe our shopping experience sets us apart. When your cliental feels she can text you after hours for fashion advice, you’re doing it right.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? The growth of downtown inspires us at IDB to do our best. We want a thriving downtown, and we love that we get to be a part of that.

Answers by: Katie Rozier, Owner and Manager

MAINLINE

422 S. Palafox, mainlinearthouse.com How long have you been in business? We opened Mainline in March of 2014 after a year of planning and waiting for our space at The Artisan to be completed.

What inspired you to get started?

As avid travelers, Jason and I sought to bring some of our favorite experiences to downtown. We would constantly see shops filled with great products that we couldn't find at home, and we wanted to share those experiences with the folks here.

How many employees do you have?

Three How do you define being the “best”? In today's world, being the "best" is so often measured by who has the most likes on

Facebook or Instagram. However, for us it's more about having great customer service and offering an experience and products that you won't find anywhere else.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I think what sets Mainline apart is the approach we take to creating it. Rather than attend markets and shows, we find many of our brands and products on social media and from our customers.

And rather than try to force ourselves into one genre, we've embraced several different ones.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Nothing is more inspiring than the look on a customer's face when they discover a new product or find that perfect gift they've been searching for. It's ultrarewarding to know that we've brightened someone's day and will continue to do so each time they see that product.

Answers by: Mikel Traffanstead, Co-Owner and Creative Director

THE PETE MOORE AUTOMOTIVE TEAM

103 & 106 New Warrington Road petemoore.com How long have you been in business?

The Pete Moore Automotive Team was founded in 1981.

REVOLVER RECORDS

9 E. Gregory St., facebook.com/RevolverFL How long have you been in business? Since April 1987 What inspired you to get started? My first record store gig and the great boss I had there.

How many employees do you have? Just myself.

How do you define being the “best”? It's really our customers that make Revolver the best. I have only them to credit and thank for any and all success.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Compassion, experience, sheer love of doing this for fun every day.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Knowing perfection doesn't exist but constantly chasing it, anyway.

Answers by: Eric Jones, Owner

RUNNING WILD

3012 E. Cervantes St., werunwild.com How long have you been in business? Running Wild has proudly served the Gulf Coast for 15 years. We love our communities, so in 2010 we also opened our Fairhope store to serve the Eastern Shore and greater Mobile area.

What inspired you to get started? Owners, Paul and Cherie Epstein, saw and experienced a need for a resource that provided properlyfit gear, training groups and fitness educa-

tion. They took their long-term passion for endurance sports and opened Running Wild in 2000.

How many employees do you have? Our amazing team is made up of 20 rock stars.

Among us we have cross country coaches, yogis, a veteran helicopter pilot, former and current collegiate runners, mothers and IronMan triathletes. We all share the heartfelt passion for serving and belonging to our great community.

How do you define being the “best”? Being the "best" is successfully carrying out our mission and goal. We aim to provide a complete running, lifestyle and fitness resource to this extraordinary community. To Running Wild, the reward is when someone's experience has been enhanced by the information and/or products they have received.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We set ourselves apart by our genuine desire to serve, encourage and educate you! Our knowledge of the high quality products we carry, training tips and personal experience is unparalleled. Plus our community seriously rocks, and we're all really ridiculously good looking, hilarious and humble.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? You all. From first-time runners and walkers in our My First 5k program to elite local athletes, we're not only inspired to

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SAIGON ORIENTAL MARKET & DELI

604 N. Pace Blvd. facebook.com/SaigonOrientalMarketAndDeli How long have you been in business?

Five months What inspired you to get started? The need to have more great Asian food in Pensacola and more options for people to shop for Asians products.

How many employees do you have?

Seven, four are family members How do you define being the “best”?

Since we are a market and a deli, we take great pride in giving our customers great products, provide great customer service and making great food.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Great products, great customer service and great food.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? My family.

Answers by: Lam Chu

SOBO BOUTIQUE

518 N. 9th Ave., facebook.com/SoBoboutique How long have you been in business? October 11 will mark the one-year anniversary of us opening our doors.

What inspired you to get started? I received my degree in Fashion Marketing and Management from the Savannah College of Art and Design. With my degree, I knew I wanted to one day open up a boutique, so I gained my experience by working at a boutique in the mall before venturing out on my own.

How many employees do you have? At the moment we have no employees. My mother fills in or helps out occasionally. Her assistance has been invaluable.

How do you define being the “best”? Being the best means providing the best customer service possible, engaging the customer and identifying their needs and likes, then turning that little bit of knowledge into a wardrobe that is tailored to fit each customer's individual style. That, to me, is being the best.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I provide personal styling for my customers. Knowing the past purchases of my repeat customers allows me to better assist them. I also try to have ever-changing store visuals and window displays to continually attract new people into my store.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

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My family, fiancé, friends, and the people who walk through my doors inspire me. My parents have been very supportive, helpful, and encouraging through SoBo’s first year. I also saw how hard they both worked when I was younger, which pushed me to work my hardest.

Answers by: Alicia Taylor, Owner

SUSAN CAMPBELL JEWELRY

420 S. Palafox, susancampbelljewelry.com How long have you been in business? 10 years in February What inspired you to get started? At that time, Pensacola was just beginning to feel the shift in young professionals, and revitalization was in the air. We just left NOLA after Katrina and felt the bubbling Pensacola energy. It was time for me to go out on my own, and it was time for Pensacola.

How many employees do you have? Six lovely in-house ladies who work full and part time, two contract employees who help with writing and graphic design, two contract jewelers, and a fabulous connection with a local jeweler who does the mainstay of our trade work. It takes a village.

How do you define being the “best”? Balance—for me and my employees. I need time, they need time. They also need to be active players in the business. Their opinions count, their ideas count. We work together as a team,

and I think it makes our work place the best it can be.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our "why". We strive to bring new and different ideas to our community; to see art and design in new ways, and it is thrilling to us when a new friend "gets it". It’s fun. We have few rules (but lots of structure) and love to change it up.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

First it was my Aunt Susan traveling to Africa, India and China in search of special art pieces.

Then it was the amazing group of female artists and designers who now show in our Gallery. Now it is my daughter; may she blaze her own path.

Answers by: Susan Campbell Hatler, Owner

TBS COMICS

6895 N. 9th Ave., tbscomics.com How long have you been in business?

30 years What inspired you to get started? My father inspired my love for comic books when I was a kid. Our shared passion led to the opening of our first TBS when I was twelve. Mom, Dad and I opened shop with only a box full of comics and a desire to draw others into the excitement.

How many employees do you have? 10 How do you define being the “best”? Being

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What do you think sets you and your business apart? Everyone on the TBS team is as much an enthusiast of the products we carry as our customers. We love where we are and what we do and we want you to, as well.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

TBS was built on customer feedback and is still being shaped by it every day.

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TRULY SPOKIN BICYCLE CO.

6103 Tippin Ave., 5172 Stewart St., Milton trulyspokin.com How long have you been in business? Truly Spokin has been around since 1995 What inspired you to get started? Passion for cycling.

How many employees do you have? Six plus myself How do you define being the “best”? Meeting or exceeding the customers’ expectations.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Dedication and passion for all aspects of cycling. We love all bikes, cruisers, racers, the rare and eclectic, old or new.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

The cycling community inspires me. The reward of knowing cycling has changed many people’s lives is pretty cool.

Answers by: Mark Woolson, Owner/Operator

URBAN OBJECTS

128 S. Palafox, urbanobjectslighting.com How long have you been in business? Nine years this November What inspired you to get started? When we moved here 22 years ago from Atlanta and bought an old house in North Hill, we did a big renovation. I started looking for non-traditional lighting, and that was the beginning.

How many employees do you have? Five How do you define being the “best”? Being voted the "Best" is an honor, and it makes me want to work harder and keep searching to find that perfect something, whether it is a light fixture for someone’s dining table or a funny card that makes someone laugh. That's what it’s all about.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I think the variety of items we have really sets us apart. We have many unique things made in the US and also from Europe; lines that no one else has on the Gulf Coast.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My customers. They are always showing me items they saw on a trip or online and asking if I can get a particular item. I love it.

Answers by: Sarah Gillette, Owner

WATERBOYZ

380 N. 9th Ave., waterboyz.com How long have you been in business? Since 1989 What inspired you to get started? I love building boards and riding them. I love sharing October 8, 2015

the surfing and skating culture with customers and teaching kids board sports. I also love offering outstanding customer service.

How many employees do you have? Winter time 10; summer time 15-20.

How do you define being the “best”?

Providing products and service unmatched in the area.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are a very unique business within the surf and skate industry. We are the only shop in the country that I know of that has a full-service, retail pro shop, indoor a/c skate park, custom surfboard production, custom t-shirt production, and a cafe all under one roof.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My family inspires me the most, my friends, and my customers. I try to treat everyone the way I would like to be treated. It is a simple rule that sometimes gets overlooked by other businesses.

Answers by: Sean Fell, Pres./Owner/Shaper

WATERFRONT BARGAIN CENTERS

380 W. Herman St. (Admin. Office) waterfrontbargaincenters.org How long have you been in business? The Waterfront Bargain Centers have been in business for more than 50 years. Our thrift stores offer high-quality clothing, household goods, furniture (including new), books, jewelry and much more in support of the rescue and recovery ministry of the Waterfront Rescue Mission.

What inspired you to get started? Waterfront Bargain Centers exist to provide funding for the Waterfront Rescue Mission's rescue and recovery programs for our homeless neighbors. Bargain Center sales accomplish more than 50% of the Mission's annual operating income and help to keep our services to the poor "free of charge."

How many employees do you have? The Waterfront Rescue Mission employs nearly 250 employees. Waterfront Bargain Centers (thrift ministry) employs nearly 200 of the total.

How do you define being the “best”? Our goal is to honor our community's support by providing clean, well-stocked, high-quality goods and services. We want every customer to leave our stores saying, "I can't believe that was a thrift store.”

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We’re always neat, clean and organized. Plus, we’ve got a friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

We love being a part of the Gulf Coast Community. We work here, but we also live here.

Homelessness and addictions are horrible, and we do not want our neighbors to endure those issues alone. We are inspired to offer a hand up to our neighbors in need.

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AIKEN PICTURE FRAMES SOUTH INC.

15 E. Brent Lane, aikenpictureframes.com How long have you been in business? 30 years What inspired you to get started? We started as a hobby for extra money. When I got out of the Navy, we needed something that would pay the bills, and we already had the contacts, equipment and knowledge.

How many employees do you have? Six How do you define being the “best”? Customer service and value for your money. Each customer is special, and we want each of them to come back because we made them happy.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? If we have a frame in stock, we can usually frame your picture while you watch, and you can take it home with you.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Dad has always dreamed of having a successful business, and I want him to be proud of what we have built.

Answers by: Arlene Aiken, Mom/Secretary/ Treasurer

AISLINN KATE PHOTOGRAPHY 205 Cevallos St. aislinnkatephotography.com How long have you been in business?

Since 2008

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What inspired you to get started? I saw a lot of photography that was either very edgy and modern or very traditional to the point of feeling stuffy. It's always been my focus to make images that straddle that line—photographs that feel modern but won't feel dated in a decade.

How many employees do you have? Four, in addition to myself. Bailey is my other principal photographer and has been shooting weddings for almost three years. Within the past year, we have added three associate photographers who work in our studio, as well as photographing families and couples.

How do you define being the “best”? We must provide a positive and meaningful experience, in addition to beautiful photographs.

When clients tell a friend about us, or write a review, they almost always praise the experience they had working with our studio, not just the photos. That is our goal.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our studio. For the past two years, I've worked to develop a gorgeous space in a big downtown home. We have porches with swings and rocking chairs, and an interior space that is bright, airy and modern. This summer we built a lush garden, complete with stepping stones and blooms.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Repeat clients. We meet many of our clients

as they get married, and I feel most successful when our past wedding clients trust us to photograph their growing family throughout the years.

Answers by: Aislinn Kate Rehwinkel, Owner and Lead Photographer

ANYTIME FITNESS DOWNTOWN

100 S. Alcaniz St., anytimefitness.com How long have you been in business?

Eight years What inspired you to get started? My main focus has been, and always will be, to help others. Our goal was to own three Anytime franchises in three years. We currently have the Downtown Pensacola, Pace and Gulf Breeze locations. All three locations are based on the same three principles: convenience, cleanliness and professional trainers.

How many employees do you have? Two on staff and four subcontracted trainers.

How do you define being the “best”? Being the best is setting yourself apart from your competition and being recognized as the best among your peers. The majority of our memberships come from referrals from happy members. Our goal every day is to make our customers healthier and happy.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our attention to detail sets us

apart. We don't try to be anything that we are not. We are a 24-hour facility that is clean and convenient, with the best fitness professionals in the area. We do this in a non- intimidating environment.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Helping others inspires us. From helping someone achieve their fitness goals to being involved in charities. The trainers at all three locations do an amazing job. They change people’s lives every day.

Answers by: Chris Herr, Owner/Operator

ARROW SALON & SPA

3101 E Cervantes St. facebook.com/pages/Arrow-Salon-spa How long have you been in business? The Salon & Spa have been open 11 months now.

What inspired you to get started? It has always been a dream to open a place that would feel like an extension of our homes, a place where we could build a team that would treat each guest with warmth and expertise. We're passionate about offering education to all service providers, merging creativity/precision to better ourselves and better the experience we provide for our clients.

How many employees do you have? Eight How do you define being the “best”? It means being on target in all areas of service. It's being able to take what a person says they want

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and then making their vision a reality. At the end of the day, it is not about how we feel we have done, but how each guest feels when they leave our salon.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? At Arrow, we truly are a team and a family. We are constantly enhancing our educational skills, fine-tuning our processes and offerings, and finding new ways to grow.

We love helping our teammates, sharing our knowledge and a smile with each person who walks through the door, and building relationships throughout the community.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Inspiration is all around us in the world of beauty. Working with Davines and Comfort Zone products makes the health and wellbeing of our clients’ skin and hair a top priority. These environmentally-friendly companies have off- the-charts sustainability practices and actually improve the health of hair and skin with each use.

Answers by: Maxine Lyvers and Simmi Taylor, Owners

ARTEL GALLERY

223 S. Palafox, artelgallery.org How long have you been in business? Since 1993 What inspired you to get started? Artel was formed by a group of artists who wanted to exhibit contemporary experimental art – an art-for-art’s-sake gallery.

How many employees do you have? None.

We are an all-volunteer organization.

How do you define being the “best”? Artel's willingness to experiment and to encourage all artists of any age at any level to think beyond the norm.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Artel is the only non-profit, all-volunteer experimental art gallery serving Florida.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

We are inspired by the talented local artists, our supportive community and our passionate volunteers.

Answers by: Suzanne Robbert, President

BAPTIST HEALTH CARE

1000 W. Moreno St. BaptistHealthCare.org How long have you been in business? 64 years What inspired you to get started? Baptist Hospital opened in 1951 after community leaders rallied to build a modern hospital for our community. Baptist Health Care now includes three hospitals, two medical parks, a sports medicine destination, a behavioral health network, employs more than 200 physicians and is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network.

How many employees do you have? We have more than 6,500 team members including employed physicians.

How do you define being the “best”? Living our mission to improve the quality of life October 8, 2015

in the communities we serve. We strive for excellence in everything we do.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our dedicated and compassionate team members, physicians and community.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Knowing that our community depends on us for care and comfort inspires us. It's a higher calling that inspires us to be the best every day.

Answers by: Candy McGuyre, Corporate Marketing Director

BOBBY LIKIS CAR CLINIC / PREREPAIR®

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5675 N. Davis Hwy., carclinicservice.com How long have you been in business? 44 years What inspired you to get started? Our passion for cars and for the people who drive them.

How many employees do you have? 10 How do you define being the “best”? Performing, inspiring and raising the bar, every day.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Commitment to customer care, engagement and communication; plus focusing on leading-edge automotive technologies and on-going technician training/certifications.

We are also always implementing industry innovations, like GLOBO (on-line GLOve BOx) for 24/7 access to service records from anywhere, PreRepair® procedures that PREvent repair, BoosterShot® supercharged oil service. We care.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Passing the "man-in-the-mirror" test—asking my myself, “How can I do more/better/differently every day?”

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STU BONNIN DMD

3201 E .Olive Road, StuBonninDMD.com How long have you been practicing? 15 Years What inspired you to get started? I was inspired by the needs of small children and the gratitude of their parents.

How many employees do you have? Eight How do you define being the “best”? Being the best means striving to do the very best for each small patient every day of every week.

Continual training and learning the best and latest techniques of pediatric dentistry keeps us at the forefront of our profession.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The experience and dedication of our staff sets us apart from others.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? We are inspired by our patients and parents who refer others to us.

Answers by: Stu Bonnin, Owner

BREATHE YOGA AND WELLNESS CENTER

505 S. Adams St., (home yoga studio), 605 E. Government St. (by appointment only, wellness services), breathepcola.com How long have you been in business?

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and has been run by its current directors since March of 2013.

What inspired you to get started? A shared enthusiasm for helping others find their way along the path of body and spirit, and a desire to share the transformational yoga classes and wellness services with the Pensacola community.

How many employees do you have? We have around 20 independent contractors and associates providing yoga instruction, therapeutic massage, coaching and counseling.

How do you define being the “best”?

Breathe is dedicated to nourishing growth, vitality and connection in our community by providing services that promote well-being in a familiar and friendly environment.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Diverse class offerings for all ages and ability levels, experienced and knowledgeable teachers and service providers, our community environment and the variety of wellness services we offer to compliment the yoga practice.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

We are inspired by the transformations that we have seen in members of our community over time as they delve into the practice of yoga and self-care, by our own personal teachers, and by our staff members, many of whom bring years, or even decades, of experience to the table.

Answers by: Tara Taylor, Stacey Vann, and Christa Sonnier, Breathe Directors

CARPENTER INSURANCE, INC.

2200 Hwy. 87 S., Navarre carpenterinsuranceinc.com How long have you been in business? I have been an insurance agent for over 17 years.

What inspired you to get started? I was starving, seriously.

How many employees do you have? 10 How do you define being the “best”? Being the best is about marching to the beat of your own drum. We aren't your everyday insurance agency. We set the bar higher so our customers don't have to.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We truly care about our customers. We don't just say that either. It's true.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Don Storms inspired me because he was a very successful entrepreneur, and he always found time to spend with his employees and clients.

Answers by: Edward Carpenter, President

LAW OFFICE OF CHRIS CRAWFORD

1 S. A St., Suite 10, bettercallchris.net How long have you been practicing? My office opened in 2012, but I have been in the legal field since graduating law school in 2009.

What inspired you to get started? I knew that I could do things better for the people here in Escambia. I started my office with three hundred dollars, and I felt if I worked harder than everyone else, I would not fail.

How many employees do you have? Currently, we have three employees.

How do you define being the “best”?

I define being the best by providing the highest satisfactions through your service.

I was told as a kid that it does not matter what you do, from hanging drywall to being a doctor, you have to always do your best.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? From the moment you become a client of my firm, you are my highest priority. I do not get a lot of sleep with this mentality; but when I do, I sleep well knowing that I am doing my best for every client.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? If you really want to be the best in your field, then you know that your work will never stop. I want to be the best trial attorney, and my desire pushes me every day to be better at my craft. Besides, what I do is loads of fun.

Answers by: Chris Crawford

CULINARY PRODUCTIONS, INC. 700 W. Main St., culinaryproductions.net

How long have you been in business?

11 years of owning my company, Culinary Productions, but over 20 years in the catering business.

What inspired you to get started? Honestly I just needed a job 20 years ago, but actually I ended up loving it from the beginning! The job is never boring, it's always different - a fun challenge that keeps the job interesting.

How many employees do you have? We have 12 full time employees and about 20 part time.

How do you define being the “best”?

We are constantly looking at ways we can improve our services and how we do things. We are never content with the service we provide. Every day we look at how we can make our company better.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Customer service. We work hard to cater to our clients’ requests and needs. Our no-problem attitude and attention to detail are just a few things that set us apart from other catering companies.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Family is at the top of the list. I have an amazing wife and a one-year-old son at home giving me all the inspiration I need to keep getting better.

Answers by: Mike DeSorbo, Owner

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213 S. Baylen St., dalsal.com How long have you been in business? 10 years What inspired you to get started? After working for some of the best firms in Pensacola, Scott and Dean made a decision to build on all they learned and practice independently. They later merged to form Dalrymple | Sallis Architecture. "We're inspired by anything that confirms good design by being beautiful, useful and necessary,” says Dean Dalrymple.

How many employees do you have? Eight.

How do you define being the “best”? We strive to deliver the most creative work for the best value. In the end, we see success when both the owner and the contractor are fans of our work, our methods and our team.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? A lot of our competitors will create a set of drawings, hand them to you and say "good luck with that." We strive to partner with the owner and contractor throughout construction until we're celebrating at the open house.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Our clients. They put great trust in us.

Answers by: J. Scott Sallis, AIA, Principal Architect /Owner

3000 N. 12th Ave., deemcdavid.com How long have you been in business? 20 years What inspired you to get started? As a young girl arranging, painting and always playing interiors with my mother.

How many employees do you have? Four How do you define being the “best”? Creating stylish, personalized interiors, therefore reflecting the unique taste and lifestyle of each individual.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Being a bit "edgy" for Pensacola.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? The exciting and ever-changing world of design.

Answers by: Dee McDavid, Owner

DOWNTOWN YMCA

410 N. Palafox St., ymcanwfl.org How long have you been in business? We've been serving the Northwest Florida community since the 1880s.

What inspired you to get started? The “Y” began to offer young people a positive place to learn, grow and thrive. We still serve that purpose for people of all ages today.

How many employees do you have? At the Downtown Branch, we employ about 50 people.

How do you define being the “best”? Being the best means consistently providing a member experience based on courtesy, caring, personal attention and a commitment to excellence.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? You can join any gym, but you really belong at the “Y”. We know you by name and offer a sense of family and community, as well as delivering a wide range of health and wellness opportunities and other programs all under one roof.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Our mission is to serve all ages, genders, socioeconomic levels, religions, races and abilities.

We are inspired by our members who trust us to provide fitness, fellowship and fun.

Answers by: Andrea Rosenbaum, Director of Advancement

How many employees do you have? 75 serving virtually every personal or business legal need.

How do you define being the “best”? Working our best every day to exceed our clien’ts expectations. We want all of our clients to feel that they have received outstanding legal representation and the ultimate in personal service.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Everyone at ESC considers the firm their second family, and we strive to support each other in that fashion.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

After being in Pensacola for over 100 years, we are committed to serving our friends, neighbors and businesses and making Pensacola a thriving, regional center Answers by: Robert A. Emmanuel, President

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ESCAPE WELLNESS SPA

30 S. Spring St., esclaw.com How long have you been in business? 103 years What inspired you to get started? Our firm was founded more than 100 years ago to provide legal services needed at that time in our community. Since that time, our services have expanded to meet the needs of our everexpanding community.

4400 Bayou Blvd., Suite #24 escapeandfeelbetter.com How long have you been in business? I launched Escape Wellness Spa in 2007; however, I have been practicing massage therapy for 15 years now.

What inspired you to get started? After shoulder surgery when I was 15 years old, I went through physical therapy. Seeing how much my physical therapist helped me inspired me to do

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the same for others. I have always intuitively known people need touch, so it was only natural for me to pursue massage therapy.

How many employees do you have? Escape has nine talented employees.

How do you define being the “best”? Being the best means we always look for ways to be better. We set our standards of excellence high, and we continue to raise them every year. We are constantly researching the latest techniques to improve our knowledge to better serve each person we touch.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The Escape team forms a special relationship with each client and is committed to showing how much we care. Our mission is to provide Empathy, Stress-Relief, Compassion, Awareness and Education for our clients, community and fellow co-workers.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Our clients keep us inspired. We get to see a transformation in a person’s entire demeanor, and we are thanked every hour. Helping our clients feel their best, seeing the smile on their faces and hearing them gush with gratitude is extremely rewarding. That's what keeps us going.

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FAMOUS GABE'S HULA MOON TATTOO & PIERCING

473 N. Pace Blvd., hulamoontattoo.com How long have you been in business?

15 years. Too long and not long enough.

What inspired you to get started? We were established as a cooperative to defeat the tyranny of greed destroying an art form as old as time and as modern as tomorrow.

How many employees do you have? Six artists and Special Ed piercing, plus a knowledgeable staff to help answer any questions the client might have.

How do you define being the “best”? We work hard and do our best for every client. No luck necessary.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We started a business that puts the art first and not the money. Also, we eliminated the middle man, so you are paying purely for talent.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

We hope to be open to make it 50 years and be the Elbow Room of tattoo shops in Pensacola.

If I hope to say one day I stayed to my course like Mr. Jim Flynn.

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FIORE

15 W. Main St., fioreofpensacola.com How long have you been in business? 10 years in Pensacola, 29 years in the industry.

What inspired you to get started? The love of flowers while growing up in California. Creating atmospheres and beautiful floral arrangements for special occasions in people’s lives. It has followed me through my career that includes living and working October 8, 2015

in La Jolla, California, New York City and Pensacola.

How many employees do you have? Seven superstars. We are small but strong. Also, our much-appreciated seasonal employees who help us maneuver through wedding and holiday seasons.

How do you define being the “best”? We work hard at our commitment to put out a new and creative product every day with every client.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? To be consistent in business and to accept the opportunity to grow and learn along the way.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

It is an honor to be recognized within our community for the last six years.

Answers by: Shannon Pallin, Owner/Creator/Designer

FISHBEIN ORTHODONTIC

4900 Market Place Road emeraldcoastbraces.com How long have you been practicing? Three years What inspired you to get started? Orthodontics made a huge impact on my own life. I know the benefit of giving others the confidence of a beautiful smile.

How many employees do you have? 10 How do you define being the “best”? We treat patients the way we would want to be treated.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? It's all about the patient experience at our office.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

We love what we do.

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FIXED ON FITNESS

1218 E. Maxwell St., fixedonfitness.com How long have you been in business? Fixed on Fitness has been in business since January 2008. We began with a location at Bayview Park. In 2011, we expanded into Perdido, and we opened a third location in Pace in 2012. We are excited to expand into Cantonment in 2016.

What inspired you to get started? Josh and I have always had a passion for fitness and the outdoors. We saw a need for a structured outdoor fitness program in Pensacola. We have such beautiful parks in our city, and we knew that FOF could help people thrive in an encouraging and challenging outdoor environment.

How many employees do you have? Four How do you define being the “best”? I think that being the best in the fitness business means that you give specific attention to each and every client. We constantly strive to improve our program and help every client reach his or her fullest potential.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? From the beginning, our goal has been to make a difference in the life of each client. We provide effective and

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challenging workouts each time we meet, but FOF is so much more than daily workouts. It is an environment that brings out the best in each individual client.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Simple: our clients. We love our clients, and many of them have been with us since the very first camp. We want to continue to help them on their health and fitness journey.

Answers by: Kenzie Presnell, Owner and Certified Personal Trainer

CRIS JAGAR MD (THE ANCHOR CLINIC)

890 S. Palafox, Suite 30, anchorclinic.com How long have you been practicing? 15 years What inspired you to get started? I just love the field of medicine and even from childhood, I couldn't see myself doing anything else with my life.

How many employees do you have? Solo private practice How do you define being the “best”? I'm a knowledgeable board-certified expert, and I'm good at communicating and forming strong relationships with my patients.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Beautiful waterfront office, compassionate and friendly staff, cutting edge treatments like magnetic stimulation (TMS).

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Who or what inspires you to be your best?

I always try to set a good example for my four children.

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say. And when I make a difference in my patients' lives—that is always a good feeling.

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LANWAY LING FAMILY MEDICINE

24 W. Chase St., naihalford.com How long have you been in business? We have been serving the Northwest Florida business community since 1983.

What inspired you to get started? The company was founded in 1983 with the goal of meeting the real estate needs of the Northwest Florida business community. It was a desire to be a part of helping to build a stronger, prosperous and livable community.

How many employees do you have? 16 How do you define being the “best”? We are blessed to have a mix of agents who, through their professionalism, work ethic and market intelligence, align themselves to meet our customers’ goals. It’s peace of mind at the end of the day knowing that we did our very best on our clients’ behalf.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We absolutely love what we do and feel privileged at the opportunity afforded us by our clients. Our focus is client-driven and so to best serve them, we continually work in a collaborative manner to meet their business goals. We want to always exceed their expectations.

3298 Summit Blvd. Suite #39 How long have you been practicing? About 15 years What inspired you to get started? Desire to help people, and the complete lack of any other marketable skills—even McDonalds turned me down.

How many employees do you have? Seven employees, including myself How do you define being the “best”? Best is so subjective. There are many great physicians in the area. I just like to think that we happen to have many loyal, vocal supporters.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our staff plays a big role in making the practice successful. They are caring, professional and hardworking. Our office manager, Marcy Ward, sets the tone for our well-run office. With a great staff, I can focus on providing the best care for my patients.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? My parents have always encouraged me to work as hard as I could. "Nothing good ever comes easy," they would always

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Our clients inspire us to be our best. Whether it’s a small start-up business or a large corporation, we are honored by the confidence they place in us. It’s a great feeling when you see a client’s new sign going up, and our community flourishes.

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NANCY LANASA

505 S. Adams St. (Breathe Yoga and Wellness Center), abhayayogacenter.com How long have you been practicing? I have been practicing yoga for 30 years, and teaching for almost 27 years.

What inspired you to get started? In the 1980s, I was an aerobics fanatic. My favorite instructor decided to teach yoga as well, so I went. Life hasn't been the same since, and that ex-aerobics instructor, Sharon Gannon, now co-owns one of the largest Yyoga centers in the country, Jivamukti Yoga School in NYC. How many employees do you have? Just one—me.

How do you define being the “best”? Working hard, staying on the path, always being a student, paying attention, giving all even if only one person shows up, teaching what I know.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Longevity. Maturity.

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Who or what inspires you to be your best? I’m inspired by the people who show up at my yoga classes, the military veterans with PTSD that I meditate with, all of my teachers, people who teach yoga/ meditation in prisons, my family and my own BAD thoughts—"If I want more peace in the world, then I must make peace with myself."

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NEWLIN CHIROPRACTIC

1117 N. Palafox St., newlinchiropractic.com How long have you been practicing?

16 Years What inspired you to get started? My uncle, great uncle, and two cousins are all chiropractors. As a child, I had the opportunity to see people in pain get incredible results with chiropractic. Our primary goal at Newlin Chiropractic is helping injured patients receive these same results.

How many employees do you have? 23 How do you define being the “best”? I believe that a large, well-trained staff is essential to serving our community's needs.

With three doctors and twenty chiropractic assistants, Newlin Chiropractic has the resources and the right team to get you out of pain.

What do you think sets you and your

business apart? The doctors and staff at Newlin Chiropractic have an excellent bedside manner. Our goal is to make sure people heal in a positive environment and are always treated with the utmost kindness.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Whiplash is an epidemic in our country. There are three million auto-related injuries that occur every year. If these injuries are not treated with proper rehabilitation, patients can end up with permanent problems. This inspires us at Newlin Chiropractic to give our absolute best care.

Answers by: Dr. Johnathan M. Newlin

OMEGA CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN, INC.

2880 Gulf Breeze Pkwy,, Gulf Breeze, omegaconstructionanddesign.com How long have you been in business?

Eight years What inspired you to get started? While growing up, I worked alongside my father learning various construction trades. I wanted to start my own business and saw a need in this area for a versatile contractor with a strong eye for design. I've always had a deep appreciation for architecture and beautiful spaces.

How many employees do you have? 11-50 How do you define being the “best”?

Being the best in my book means to be openly honest and always choosing to do the right thing. I have exceptionally high standards for myself and Omega, and it all boils down to honesty and integrity. Omega clients can expect that from us.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our attention to detail is Omega's greatest strength and definitely sets us apart. Our projects deliver high function without sacrificing beautiful design. To achieve that perfect balance, every detail must be analyzed. From choosing the perfect sub-contractor to hand-picking and approving the materials being used, no stone goes unturned.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Without a doubt, our clients inspire us to be our best. Our projects are a true collaboration between builder and client, and relationships are forged during the planning process. Our clients have high standards, and our goal is to exceed every expectation they may have.

Answers by: Drew C. Dennis, President

PEN AIR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 1495 E. Nine Mile Road, penair.org How long have you been in business?Since 1936— 79 years

What inspired you to get started? U.S. Naval Pensacola Air Station Federal Credit Union for Civil Service Employees was founded in 1936, at the start of World War II, aboard NAS Pensacola due to the need for low-cost financial services. In 1953, our name changed to Pen Air Federal Credit Union.

How many employees do you have? 330 How do you define being the “best”?

Valuing and respecting our local community by providing superior service and strong community support.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our "Communerosity". We are very generous when it comes to our community. Not only do we give back financially, we also volunteer for many organizations when needed and use our collective talents whenever we can.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Respect is a guiding principle at Pen Air. We all have dreams, and having an unshakeable belief in those dreams, along with the can-do attitudes to make them happen for our members, is what inspires us.

Answers by: Pamela Hatt, Director of Marketing

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PENSACOLA APOTHECARY

825 East Burgess Road, ApothecaryRx.com How long have you been in business?

12 years as of September 13 What inspired you to get started? While working in traditional pharmacy I often experienced situations where a patient couldn’t get the expected results from a medication. I understood an alternative dosage form or a slight change to the strength of a medication could make a difference. I also wanted to serve patients using a whole-health approach.

How many employees do you have? 48 How do you define being the “best”?

The best is a status we are continuously striving for. Each time we have been awarded an accreditation or other recognition, we are already at work on our next quality-improvement project.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our pharmacy was chosen by the Surgeon General of Florida as the facility to gain insight into compounding. That was an honor and just one example demonstrative of our role as an industry benchmark. We believe we were chosen based on our reputation for providing high- quality patient experiences.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? What inspires me is the feedback we get from our patients. There is nothing more motivating than hearing that an individual’s quality of life has improved because of the hard work of our team.

Answers by: Chris Schulte, President

PURE BARRE PENSACOLA

6 S. Palafox, purebarre.com/fl-pensacola How long have you been in business?

We've been open since January 2015.

What inspired you to get started? I love fitness and spreading the healthy-lifestyle word. I've been an instructor for a long time. I had to make the drive to Alabama, because I live in Pensacola with my husband. I decided to open my own studio here, and I'm so happy that I did.

How many employees do you have? Five How do you define being the “best”?

I think what makes a business "the best" is the best customer service one can offer in the cleanest environment that you can offer it in. It means not just looking at your clients like walking bags of money, but really getting to know them and care about them.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? To us it means offering a very clean and presentable environment, very challenging and fun fitness classes, and professional, knowledgeable and courteous employees who are actually very happy to be there at work. Our clients aren't just clients; they become our friends and family.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? People inspire us. The best thing in the world in our profession is to watch our October 8, 2015

clients get stronger and achieve their goals.

We want to spread a positive body image message: It's not about how skinny or light you are; it's about being healthy and strong and feeling awesome.

Answers by: Catalina Lehman, Owner

PURE PILATES

426 S. Palafox, purepilatespensacola.com How long have you been in business? Our Gulf Breeze proper location just celebrated its three-year anniversary, and our downtown location has been open for one year. Our instructors have extensive experience within their respective modalities, and some number in upwards of 25 years in the fitness industry.

What inspired you to get started? After living and teaching in Austin, Texas for over 10 years, I wanted to return to my hometown to open a Pilates facility that offers more than just Pilates, but a home for the clients, staff, and Pensacola community to improve their physical and mental well-being.

How many employees do you have? Pure has 6 pilates instructors, 4 yogalates instructors, 5 aerial yoga instructors, 4 barre instructors, 4 TRX instructors, 4 pilates apprentices from our teacher training program, and 6 amazing front-of-th- house administrators who can help you with any of your scheduling needs.

How do you define being the “best”? Our definition of being the best starts with going above and beyond to give each individual who walks through our doors an experience he or she will feel inspired to share with others.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The genuine care and time given to each client from our instructors and staff shines through by the relationships that are built within the studio and carries into our everyday lives.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Our clients continually inspire us to show up and do our best.

Answers by: Susan Clark, Owner and Master Trainer

STILL WATERS DAY AND MEDICAL SPA

20 N. Tarragona St. stillwatersmedspa.com How long have you been in business?

Since 2005 What inspired you to get started? The Aanestads decided to open Still Waters after Mary Anne was inspired to help people in a new way. She was an ER nurse for many years, then decided to change course and become an ARNP in the aesthetic field. She finds satisfaction in helping people look their best.

How many employees do you have? 28 How do you define being the “best”?

Still Waters defines being the “best” by going above and beyond with every service.

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clientele to look and feel their best after a relaxing day at the spa.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We believe what sets Still Waters apart is our attentive customer service and superior spa and medical treatments. We make sure every client is well cared for and feels valued for their business and time.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? What inspires the Still Waters staff to be the best is the gratification in providing a joyful experience for our loyal clients.

Our staff has an intuitive desire to help people relax while providing therapeutic care.

Answers by: Jenni Pate, Assistant Manager

VOLUME ONE

7 W. Main St., volumeonesalon.com How long have you been in business?

Volume ONE was established in 2009 What inspired you to get started? I started out in this industry managing a salon daydreaming behind the front desk. Not much time passed before I realized that I wanted to be on the other side of the desk.

I apprenticed outside of Boston and then brought my knowledge back to Pensacola.

How many employees do you have?

We have a growing staff of 17.

How do you define being the “best”?

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What do you think sets you and your business apart? I think what sets Volume ONE apart is the fact that we all really enjoy our craft and coming to work. Working together side by side and day by day has really turned "team" into "family". We love making people feel and look great.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Mentors in the industry, family, friends and, most importantly, peers. Plus art, music, architecture, food, travel—all these things inspire what we do every day.

Also being a part of a growing community plays a big part in keeping Volume ONE moving forward. Pensacola is thriving.

Answers by: Hurst Butts, Owner and Brittany Carroll

WELCH SKIN CARE

8333 N. Davis Hwy., kevinwelchmd.com How long have you been practicing?

20 years What inspired you to get started? There was a need in Pensacola for skin care

services supervised and delivered by a board certified Dermatologist. Treatments such as Botox, fillers, lasers, and physiciangrade cosmetic products.

How many employees do you have?

Approximately 40 How do you define being the “best”?

Striving to be on the cutting edge of delivering cosmetic procedures in a professional and cost-effective way.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I am a Cosmetic Dermatologist.

We are part of a very specialized group that focuses on constantly improving the delivery of cutting edge cosmetic solutions. Our staff is exceptional and extremely well trained.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

I am inspired by the rapid progress the field of Cosmetic Dermatology is making on a daily basis. Almost every day brings a new and stimulating idea.

Answers by: Kevin Welch MD, Board Certified Dermatologist

WOODLANDS MEDICAL SPECIALISTS

4724 N. Davis Hwy., 1921 East Nine Mile Road, woodlandsmed.com How long have you been in business?

Woodlands Medical Specialists opened in 2009.

What inspired you to get started?

To preserve the sanctity of the patientdoctor relationship and to provide access to the highest-quality healthcare experience in the region.

How many employees do you have? 225 How do you define being the “best”?

Woodlands is a place where our patients feel heard and valued. Our patients are more than just a medical record. They enter through our doors with a sense of hope and a desire for first-class medical care and leave feeling they have access to the highest-quality care.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our team believes in Woodlands' unique and patient-centered approach to healthcare—an approach born of innovative thinking, fueled by passionate caregiving and deeply rooted in the community.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Woodlands is a place where people—patients, staff and physicians, feel heard and valued. Our patients are more than just a medical record. They enter through our doors with a desire for firstclass medical care. We strive for consistency between our words and actions.

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5ELEVEN EVENT HOSTING

511 S. Palafox, 5elevenpalafox.com How long have you been in business?

Five and a half years What inspired you to get started? After Hurricane Ivan took down Sarah's building next door, she fixed 5eleven up and decided it was such a beautiful building, why not make it an event space for all to enjoy.

How many employees do you have? Just me How do you define being the “best”?

I think being the "best" means we offer a beautiful venue for a reasonable price and friendly service and that makes people happy.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are so lucky to be in a beautiful historic building in a great location on Palafox Street, with a private patio where brides can get married and then come inside and have a beautiful reception.

It also adapts for many other occasions.

We are very versatile.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? I am inspired every day by the people I meet. They are so excited and happy. It is their big day, their big event. I want it to be the best for them.

Answers by: Mary Price, Manager

ANYDAYDJ

130 S. Palafox, anydaydj.com How long have you been in business?

Six years What inspired you to get started? I wanted to offer a top-level professional DJ service for weddings, clubs, special events,with the best DJ's around.

How many employees do you have? 11 How do you define being the “best”? The best don't rest, the best will always find a way, and the best always know how to stay hungry.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? It's how much we care for our clients and the relationships we build with them from the start of the process to the end. Some of our clients even become some of our best friends.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? I am naturally competitive, but what

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BETTY WEBER CAKES

facebook.com/bettywebercakes How long have you been in business?

I've been in business for 35 glorious years.

What inspired you to get started? My love for baking and creativity and challenges.

How many employees do you have? I have one super employee, Jessica Nall, who has a degree in graphic design and art.

How do you define being the “best”? I am so proud of this award. It means we're doing it right, and people are noticing hard work and quality. I’m so grateful.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I always go the extra mile.

I really want every cake to be special. I use quality ingredients and never skimp on anything. More is better.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? My customers and brides inspire me every day with kind and encouraging words.

Seeing the joy on a bride’s face when we have designed her perfect cake together for her perfect day, and I have the pleasure of bringing that sketch to life. It’s just a great feeling. Life is sweet.

Answers by: Betty A. Weber, Owner

THE BRIDAL LOFT

4400 Bayou Blvd. Suite #48 pensacolabridalloft.com How long have you been in business?

We opened our store in 2004 What inspired you to get started? I have been in the retail/bridal business for many years. I love fashion and people. Assisting brides finding the gown of their dreams is very exciting and rewarding. We create lifelong relationships.

How many employees do you have? One bridal consultant and a seamstress.

How do you define being the “best”?

Most importantly, customer service and

product knowledge. Our customers depend on us 100% for guidance for their wedding day.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We like to create relationships with all of our customers. Making them feel extra special, no matter what the occasion. From beginning to final fitting, we are hands on.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? My Mom taught me at a very young age: "Do what you do best and let someone else do the rest.” I love retail, and I love people. I guess it’s in my blood.

Answers by: Brenda Carraway, Owner

CALEB PIERCE VISUALS

calebpiercevisuals.com How long have you been in business?

Three years What inspired you to get started? I bought my first camera when I realized that I didn't have many photos of myself from my childhood. I saw the importance of documenting life moments though photographs and then found my nitch in telling the whole story through video.

How many employees do you have? It's my wife and I running the business. I've been fortunate enough to have some very talented friends able to help me shoot.

Their names are Coby Shelton, Ethan Barker and Colin Stoddard.

How do you define being the “best”? I'd say it's trying your best to deliver quality work. It's investing your time and talents into something for the benefit of others.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Hopefully my character sets me apart. I want to be known for being loyal and having good intentions in every decision I make. Hopefully the quality of my work sets my business apart.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Jesus Christ. I want to always serve others, the way He served others.

Answers by: Caleb Pierce, Owner

EMERALD COAST PHOTO BOOTHS, INC.

emeraldcoastphotobooths.com How long have you been in business?

Three and a half years What inspired you to get started? Our daughter was getting married, and we couldn't find a photo booth that we liked and felt was affordable, so we bought one.

The idea was that we would set it up for family and friends' events. We rented it out for several friends, and our client base grew.

How many employees do you have? My husband, me, and four part-time technicians. We have multiple booths, so we can accommodate several events on the same day.

How do you define being the “best”?

Always bringing our "A" game. We communicate regularly with our clients to ensure their photo booth is exactly as they want it to be, right down to the type of props they want, incorporation of their theme and/or their color coordination.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our customer service and customization of each event. We take nothing for granted and do not offer the same "canned" events or "one size fits all". Also, our props set us apart. I collect elegant vintage hats and masks, many of which get incorporated into our business.

Clients love them.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? We are a small company with handpicked employees who all know each other and get along. We inspire each other through new and innovative idea sharing.

Answers by: John and Liz Brooks, Owners

GULF COAST PEDICAB SERVICE 130 S. Palafox, gulfcoastpedicab.com How long have you been in business?

Four years What inspired you to get started? I rode a pedicab in Denver, and it hit me the second I stepped aboard. I knew what Pensacola was missing.

How many employees do you have? I have 20-35 independent contractors.

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How do you define being the “best”? Always striving to become something better. The only constant is change and become better.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We are the only moving mobile marketing. We offer tips-only rides with drivers who spread interactive marketing.

We are the only way to get your brand recognized on the streets of Pensacola Beach.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? My future wife, Chloe Winchester; she has as much focus on her business and always comes out on the top. She is what makes me and my business succeed.

Answers by: Nick Sexton, Owner

JEWELERS TRADE SHOP

26 S. Palafox, jewelerstradeshop.com How long have you been in business?

60 years What inspired you to get started? We’re a third-generation family business; the challenges and the rewards are in our blood. We love our customers and what we do.

How many employees do you have? 22 How do you define being the “best”?

It’s a team effort by our great staff. Our gemology training, along with our dedication to customer service, plus 60 years of experience.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Our knowledgeable staff along with certified gemologists and 6 master bench jewelers, the fun we have doing business and paying attention to detail.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Our friends, family and customers.

Answers by: Corbett Davis, Jr. and Corbett Davis, III; Co-Owners

MĒGAN K. EVENTS

600 S. Barracks St., Suite 210-3 megankevents.com How long have you been in business?

Five and a half years What inspired you to get started?

My love for helping others and celebrating life's most exciting occasions.

How many employees do you have?

Three How do you define being the “best”? My "best" is doing all that can be done to create the best client experience and end result.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Attention to detail, client relationships, going above and beyond for every client, not settling for anything less than perfection.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? God is my #1 inspiration, along with my family and children.

Answers by: Mēgan Kennedy, Owner and Event Visionaire

NANCY'S CATERING & EVENTS

555 Scenic Hwy., nancyshauteaffairs.com How long have you been in business?

As Nancy's, we have been in business for over six years. This business started as the October 8, 2015

catering arm of Skopelos Restaurant, which had been in business for over 50 years.

What inspired you to get started? We wanted to bring the same quality that we were known for in our restaurant to outside event planning and catered events throughout Pensacola and the surrounding areas.

How many employees do you have?

15-30 full and part time How do you define being the “best”?

We do not think of it as 'the best'. We think of it as doing 'better' in the sense that whatever our clients expect from us, we exceed those expectations and create/provide something even better than they imagined.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? For our events, we are able to customize every aspect of our services to give our customers exactly what their vision entails, while using our years of experience to execute every detail.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? The trust that our clients put in us to seamlessly handle whatever it is they need. As small as dinner on the way home (with Nancy's Gourmet-to-Go) to the most important day of their lives (Nancy's Wedding Planning).

Answers by: Paul Silivos, Event Planner and Manager

PALAFOX WHARF WATERFRONT RECEPTION VENUE

617 S. Palafox, palafoxwharf.com How long have you been in business? We have owned Palafox Wharf Waterfront for 30 plus years and have operated as a wedding and events venue for 6 years.

What inspired you to get started? After Hurricane Ivan, caterers urged us to reopen Palafox Wharf Waterfront as a reception and events venue. They explained that there really was not a great establishment for the independent food caterers to cater to weddings and events in our area.

How many employees do you have? Three, plus part time employees How do you define being the “best”?

Being the best is defined by being the most sought after, most unique, and most romantic wedding venue. You and your guests want comfort but elegance. It makes your heart go pitter-patter when you see the magnificent waterfront views.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Location, location, location. Plus historical, distinctive architecture and ambiance with a stunning waterfront backdrop for your perfect storybook wedding or event creating a truly captivating experience to remember for a long time to come.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My husband and my mother. Both are perfectionists, leaving no detail to chance. Both are always inspiring me to see that all is possible with determination and hard work.

Answers by: Sandy Lunger McDavid, Venue Manager

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PATSY BROWN PHOTOGRAPHY

patsybrown.com, patsybrownblog.com How long have you been in business?

16 years What inspired you to get started? My husband and my profoundly handicapped son. Images are one of the most important things that let the world know you were here.

I love more than anything to capture the emotion that I am so very lucky to see every day of my life.

How many employees do you have? One, and without her, I don't know where I would be. Jiuli is amazing.

How do you define being the “best”? My clients/friends/family define being "the best"; without them, I wouldn't be able to do what I love for all these years now. Work isn't work when you're having so much fun.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? This town is FULL of amazing talent, so being set apart? I don't even know.

But I do know that the amazing talent in this town makes me proud to be a part of this profession and pushes me to keep learning and striving to do better and better.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

My boys. Plus so many other people—but I only get 50 words.

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REV. BRYAN ADAMS

beachpreacher.com How long have you been in business?

This is my third year officiating as Beach Preacher. Before that, I have enjoyed a lifetime of serving others and leading worship in churches.

What inspired you to get started? It's a calling. Officiating beach weddings chose me. After I did my first one, I was in love with the entire thing. I truly love working with couples to celebrate their special day. It's really one of the best jobs you could ever imagine.

How many employees do you have? My son JM and I are the only employees.

How do you define being the “best”?

If what you do makes others happy they met you and realize that their life (or wedding in this case) would not have been nearly as good without you, then you are in that category.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? I tailor each wedding to the needs, wants and overall personality of the bride/groom. It is "their" day, and I keep that in focus.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? I have a simple goal to make each day count, and to make every relationship know how much they mean to me. I hold nothing back. At the end of each day, I can lay down

and know that I left nothing on the table, because you are not guaranteed tomorrow.

Answers by: Rev. Bryan Adams

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130 S. Palafox, supposey.co How long have you been in business?

Four years What inspired you to get started? We are drawn to simplicity and details that are inspired by each unique personality we service. Our approach is rooted in floral design, the first step in creating the atmosphere for each event. Our designs are bespoke, and often including foraged materials from the environment the event is based in.

How many employees do you have? We act as a creative team. We have a team of artists who spearhead the planning process and execution of the events we service.

How do you define being the “best”? We love being listed among the best professionals in our field. Our brand is tried and true; a real authentic identity, with a proven work approach that stands apart from the competition.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The personal details we incorporate into the process promote an authentic attitude making the outcome memorable and filled with emotion. The

arrangements we create are meant to be fully sensed, as they incorporate feelings, the surroundings and the true love of the couple. They are telling a genuine love story.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? We have a serious work-till-you-drop passion for tailoring nature. Botanicals bring us profound joy, and we thrive in a full trust, client to creative environment.

Our designs are an extension of our client's personality.

Answers by: Chloe Winchester, Owner & Creative Director

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CATCOUNTRY 98.7

7251 Plantation Road, catcountry987.com How long have you been in business?

CatCountry 98.7 is almost 12 years old.

Born 12/25/03.

What inspired you to get started?

Desire to serve our community.

How many employees do you have? 37 including full-time and part-time.

How do you define being the “best”?

Super serving the Greater Pensacola area with compelling entertainment on the radio, and providing advertisers with an engaged audience for their marketing messages.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? CatCountry 98.7 radio is live and local 19 hours a day. Unlike other Pensacola radio stations, our DJ's are local, and they are broadcasting live in our studio 5 a.m.-12 p.m. Give us a call: 430-1987.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? The positive feedback our people get from listeners throughout Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties.

Answers by: Dave and Mary Hoxeng, Owners

DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENT BOARD 41 N. Jefferson St., Suite 401 downtownpensacola.com

How long have you been in business?

Since 1559 What inspired you to get started? The pursuit of treasure and land in the New World. And of course, great shopping, dining, arts, culture and night life.

How many employees do you have? As many as our downtown businesses and residents can hire.

How do you define being the “best”?

Better than all the rest. So if Downtown Pensacola is the "best," then we are better than all the other downtowns.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? History, culture, food, music, shopping, arts, and the world's most beautiful beaches a short drive away.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

The residents, businesses, entrepreneurs and investors who call downtown Pensacola home.

Answers by: Downtown Improvement Board

GULF COAST KID’S HOUSE

3401 N. 12th Ave., gulfcoastkidshouse.org How long have you been in business?

11 years What inspired you to get started? Gulf Coast Kid's House was created by a group of visionary citizens who saw how child abuse cases were being handled in Escambia County and knew we could do better.

GCKH now serves over 2,000 child victims of abuse annually and boasts a successful prosecution rate of over 90%.

How many employees do you have? 6 fulltime and 1 part-time How do you define being the “best”?

Being the best is putting the needs of others ahead of your own and operating in a fair and ethical manner.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? What sets GCKH apart is that we are a community-based organization.

We were created out of a local need, and we continue to serve local children. We also receive over 70 percent of our funds from our local community.

Who or what inspires you to be your best?

Knowing and believing that children are our most precious resource inspires us to be our best. I personally am inspired by the work that is done in this building and will always be committed to supporting our partner agencies so they can be the best for the children.

Answers by: Stacey Kostevicki, Executive Director

NATIONAL NAVAL AVIATION MUSEUM 1750 Radford Blvd., NAS Pensacola navalaviationmuseum.org How long have you been in business?

The museum was established in 1962 and opened its doors to visitors in 1963.

What inspired you to get started? More than 50 years ago, a dedicated group of naval aviators established the museum to select, collect and preserve historic artifacts that represent the development, growth and heritage of Naval Aviation. Their goal was also to inspire military personnel and the public to acquire an appreciation for naval aviation’s accomplishment.

How many employees do you have? The museum has 29 federal staff, 30 foundation staff and nearly 300 volunteers.

How do you define being the “best”?

As a museum, we are at our best when preserving our collections for posterity, presenting them in dynamic, educational exhibits, and imparting upon our visitors an appreciation for Naval Aviation’s more than a century of service to our nation.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We provide visitors a unique opportunity to experience Naval Aviation up close through interactive exhibits, IMAX films where you feel a part of the action, flight simulators and public programs, all in proximity to the airfield from which the Blue Angels routinely take flight.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Our inspiration is from the honor-

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able men and women who have served our nation and can continue to offer their strength, zeal and experience to the community. It is also the spirit of young people who may be inspired to serve by the history and heritage we present.

Answers by: Malerie Shelton, Director of Marketing and Public Relations

NEWSRADIO1620

7251 Plantation Road, newsradio1620.com How long have you been in business?

Eight years, born Sept. 2007.

What inspired you to get started? We wanted to provide a vibrant news/talk station to our community; a radio station that had an active local news department and interesting local talk hosts.

How many employees do you have?

37 overall.

How do you define being the “best”?

We are the local news/talk radio station that listeners can count on to tell them what is going on in our community. Strong news, compelling talk and achieving good results for advertisers.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Locally-owned and locally-programmed news/talk radio. Compelling local talk. News every 30 minutes.

Fox Radio News twice an hour.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? NewsRadio1620 leads the radio market in quality programming. Our team seeks to be better this month than we were last month. We are very proud of our team and are inspired by their drive to be great community servants.

Answers by: Dave and Mary Hoxeng, Owners

PENSACOLA BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

7 Casino Beach Boardwalk pensacolabeachchamber.com How long have you been in business?

Since 1984 What inspired you to get started? Our mission is to encourage, promote, help and contribute! With that we stand by our members and our community. It is what keeps our chamber moving forward and striving to grow our area and surrounding areas.

How many employees do you have? Four How do you define being the “best”? We are only as strong as our membership, and they are the ones that help us every day to make our events what they are! We love being able to showcase the world’s greatest beaches and having the support of our community.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce prides itself on giving back to our beach community, but also Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as a whole. Tourism and representing our partners is our number-one priority. We October 8, 2015

know that the experience we have to offer our visitors is unlike any other.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Our beach community and being able to invite people from all over to the best beaches in the world.

Answers by: Nicole Stacey, President/CEO

PENSACOLA BLUE WAHOOS

351 W. Cedar St., bluewahoos.com How long have you been in business?

We just finished our fourth season of baseball and are looking forward to our fifth season in 2016.

What inspired you to get started?

To improve the quality of life for the people in the Pensacola Metro Community.

How many employees do you have?

300 during the season.

How do you define being the “best”? We set a dashboard each year which focuses on people, service, quality, finance and growth. Some items include fan satisfaction, net promoter score, attendence, employee attitude surveys, per cap revenue, corporate sales and merchandise. We also survey our fans after every game to have top-notch customer service.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? We provide affordable family fun with top-notch customer service.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? The better we do, the better the community does. The more things we can do for the Pensacola area, the better.

Answers by: Jonathan Griffith, President

PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS

46 E. Chase St. pensacolachildrenschorus.com How long have you been in business?

Pensacola Children's Chorus is currently in its 26th season. With hundreds of students participating each season, the number of students bringing music to Pensacola through PCC is countless.

What inspired you to get started? Grier Williams, conductor of the Pensacola Symphony wanted to include a children’s chorus within the Symphony. Dozens were interviewed, and the Potes were hired. The organization blossomed and eventually became its own entity. The Potes were inspired by the children’s chorus movement across the country at that time.

How many employees do you have? PCC operates with our two Artistic Directors, Susan and Allen Pote, an artistic team of five, an office staff of three and innumerable volunteers.

How do you define being the “best”?

Being the best means being the leader. That is what we want for each child who comes through our doors. We want them to go out and be the leaders in their communities.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? PCC is a family. Our key

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Who or what inspires you to be your best? Our students inspire us. Their dedication and hard work set the bar high, and they deliver their very best.

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PENSACOLA MARDI GRAS

124 E Wright St., Suite B pensacolamardigras.com How long have you been in business?

Over 15 years. We began as a simple group to organize one parade. Now we produce some of Pensacola's biggest free public events, like the Pelican Drop and the big free Mardi Gras events which are open to the public.

What inspired you to get started? We started to have fun, and we still do. All of us love Pensacola, and we find it's so rewarding to bring so much good to the streets of downtown. Parades seem like fun, but in reality they are a bunch of work, but so worth it.

How many employees do you have? Just a few. We don't have a big budget, and we

try and use all of the money we bring in to enhance the events, not make payrolls.

How do you define being the “best”? In the category of "Parades", it's when both participants and spectators have fun, when they are organized and efficient, and when everyone feels welcome and feels pride in our city being on display.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The passion of the people who help and participate. So many great folks love Pensacola, and we are thrilled to provide an outlet for so many to be able to celebrate that pride.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? There are so many great community organizations that inspire us daily. Knowing that Mardi Gras Krewes contribute to over 40 non-profits with money, time and attention, we feel some pride in providing an outlet that lets Pensacola caring flourish.

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PENSACOLA MESS HALL

116 N. Tarragona St. pensacolamesshall.org How long have you been in business?

Four years What inspired you to get started?

Community interest in enhanced informal science education, as well as the potential

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Our passion is to bring a new type of fitness to Pensacola in a way that is fun and always interesting, but still very challenging. We promise to continue providing you the best customer service we can offer, with a pristine fitness facility and with an exciting and ever-changing workout.

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for a science center to serve as a tourism destination.

How many employees do you have?

Six total, but about four full time How do you define being the “best”?

Being the best is about exceeding expectations. It is when visitors come back, because their kids had the "best" time. It is also about imitation—when families tell us they repeated or modified the experiment at home, and when other museums or teachers copy our programs.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The MESS Hall is all about the need to "mess around" to make discoveries. Too often kids (and adults) are expected to do things "right". When visitors say, "What happens if...", we encourage them to try it, even if we know from experience it won't work. That is learning.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Our visitors and the joy they have in making their own discoveries encourages us to create new activities and programs to help them learn more and discover more.

We are also inspired by stories of further exploration or family conversations sparked by an experience at the MESS Hall.

Answers by: Megan Pratt, Executive Director

407 S. Jefferson St., pensacolamuseum.org How long have you been in business?

61 years What inspired you to get started? The Museum’s mission has remained true to the vision of its founders as the PMA continues to nurture the growing arts community and provide access to exhibitions that educate and inspire the next generation of artists.

How many employees do you have? Six How do you define being the “best”?

The PMA doesn't look at being the best as a competition. Our goal is to make the Museum a place where anyone can visit when they are looking for culture, inspiration or entertainment.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The Pensacola Museum of Art is the only accredited art museum in Pensacola. The next accredited art museums are in Mobile and Tallahassee. We provide a different type of entertainment to our community, whether it is from a traveling exhibition or our very own Permanent Collection.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Our community inspires us to be the best. We want to be around for years to come so locals and visitors alike can experience the visual arts in Pensacola.

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PENSACOLA PARKS AND RECREATION

222 W. Main St., playpensacola.com How long have you been in business?

I have been a recreation professional since 1992, having held positions in Wilimington, NC, Birmingham, AL and Pensacola.

What inspired you to get started? My inspiration was based on my interest in officiating sports. I began officiating at the age of 18 and followed it into recreation in college. This pursuit led me to a career in recreation.

How many employees do you have? 100 How do you define being the “best”?

Pursuing excellence and catching it for a period of time. The longer the period of time, the more satisfying it is.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? Pensacola's park system is unique because we have 93 parks, one located within a half mile of every city residence. Not many cities are this committed to making their city parks so accessible to citizens. It speaks to Pensacola’s commitment to being a great place to live, work and play.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? Our Parks and Recreation staff, fellow employees and the citizens of Pensacola.

Answers by: Brian Cooper, Director of Parks and Recreation

SANTA ROSA ISLAND AUTHORITY

1 Via DeLuna, visitpensacolabeach.com How long have you been in business?

The Santa Rosa Island Authority was created in 1947 by the Florida Legislature.

What inspired you to get started? The mission of the Santa Rosa Island Authority is to promote tourism, manage growth and provide entertainment in a safe, clean, eco-friendly environment.

How many employees do you have? 13 How do you define being the “best”?

Being the best means consistently providing outstanding service to island residents and businesses, taking great care to preserve the resources and natural beauty of Santa Rosa Island and ensuring that our visitors can enjoy the beach safely.

What do you think sets you and your business apart? The Santa Rosa Island Authority team is solely dedicated to preservation and carefully-managed progress on Pensacola Beach. Our highly-specialized team is unmatched at keeping our barrier island in top shape, while managing growth and development of both the business and residential sector.

Who or what inspires you to be your best? As custodians for this incredible island, SRIA leadership is inspired by the men and women on our team who strive to preserve this rare jewel. Our entire team truly loves Pensacola Beach. Their dedication inspires us to maintain excellence in all we do to serve the community.

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The Stamp of Approval

by Jennifer Leigh

wood’s first mainstream drama to address the subject of homosexuality and coming out. It was a big step forward for the film industry—and Newton.

“I remember it was a pretty big deal,” he said. “I was a young teen trying to figure out a way to watch that movie. It dealt with themes that were tragic in one way and beautiful in another.”

Fast forward about 30 years later. Newton is an adult, surrounded by folks of all ages taking pictures and lining up to watch movies at the Pensacola LGBT Film Festival. Now, in its third year, it continues to present those same themes he was curious about as a kid.

“I was very excited to walk into the Commons (at University of West Florida),” he said of his first time at the festival. “It felt like you were attending a premiere.

Who was gay and who was not gay was irrelevant. It was a packed house, and people were taking the opportunity to learn about each other through film.”

“When we started the festival, I never imagined it would become an annual event, let alone its own nonprofit organization.” Sara Latshaw

‘SUPPORT FROM THE BEGINNING’ In 1982, C. David Newtown was a young teenager who knew he was “different.”

“I knew early on,” he said.

Growing up, Newton had found it difficult to find much relatable content in

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pop culture, except—he said with a laugh— Uncle Arthur from “Bewitched.”

But that year, the film “Making Love” was released, starring Kate Jackson, Harry Hamlin and Michael Ontkean. It was Holly-

In 2012, the film festival was born from the mind of Sara Latshaw, regional director of the ACLU of Florida, and a small group of volunteers to create an event that celebrated acceptance and education.

“A lot of the focus was working together

to eradicate the stigma,” said Kimberly Brill, one of the early organizers.

From volunteers to venues, it was an easy sell.

“There was support from the beginning,” Brill said. “The Gay Straight Alliance at UWF has been such a force. I don’t think it would’ve been as successful without the students’ participation.”

Businesses around Pensacola were all game to be a part of the inaugural event lending a night of space to the cause.

“I am so proud of the community,” Brill said. “It’s so incredible to think that a young person who is questioning their identity can go sit at The East Hill Yard and watch a relatable movie…it’s life changing.”

Even after the first year’s success, it was a surprise to Latshaw that the community wanted more.

“When we started the festival, I never imagined it would become an annual event, let alone its own nonprofit organization,” she said. “In the past years, we have grown with a dedicated board of directors and

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received much-needed support from our community.”

In recent years, LGBT issues went from taboo to mainstream. After this summer, when the Supreme Court ruled same sex marriage legal in all 50 states, this year’s festival feels like a little bit of a celebration.

While society has made progress, there’s still room for growth. This year has a few films that talk about transgender issues which are still relatively new in conventional media.

“Take home and ponder the message behind each piece,” Brill said. “The movies humanize the issues.”

Each day of the festival has a theme: You Gotta Be, Forever Young, Short Shorts (for the short films) and, At Last, which celebrates marriage equality.

“We hope people come because they heard it sounds like a fun time,” he said. “It is a full festival.”

Newton joined the festival’s board of directors this year. He said it’s been exciting to be working behind the scenes. As a board member, he’s helped comb through more than 100 film submissions and visit area LGBT film festivals to ensure that the event is as entertaining as it is educational.

“We’ve chosen movies that are expansive in content,” he said. “They address every aspect of someone’s life.

They’re coming of age…about family challenges. They’re quality films.”

PUT A STAMP ON IT

Perhaps the most notable change of the film festival this year is the new name.

“To me, it doesn’t feel like a name change, rather we’re giving the festival a name,” Latshaw said.

“Pensacola LGBT Film Festival describes our event. STAMPED gives the festival a name—an homage to the LGBT activists who came before us. The festival is evolving, and our new name is a part of its developing identity.”

The name STAMPED comes from the 1990s phenomenon when money circulated around the Pensacola area stamped with “GAY

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MONEY” in red ink in response to some city officials trying to shrug off its gay-friendly image. The story has been a local legend of sorts and has since been reported in local publications. Movie goers at STAMPED will walk away with their own branded (fake) money, which pose as movie tickets.

“We were inspired by an article in InWeekly about the history of the LGBT community in Pensacola,” Latshaw said.

“STAMPED film fest is a continuation of that movement. We hope that our films help promote diversity and inclusion in Pensacola just as the ‘gay money’ stamp did in days past.”

As a foster parent, Newton said he has seen gay teens suffer from being bullied, which speaks to the importance of having an event where everyone is accepted. It’s beneficial for the entire community, not a select group to come out to STAMPED, show support and perhaps walk away a little more compassionate.

“Bring a sister or brother—let these films speak for them in a way they cannot speak for themselves,” he said. “We would achieve our goal if people walk away more loving and considerate toward their neighbors, siblings, coworker or family member.” {in}

STAMPED: PENSACOLA LGBT FILM FEST At Last: A Celebration of Marriage Equality 6:30 p.m. October 8 at The Museum of Commerce, E Zaragoza St. Forever Young: A Night for the Young at Heart 6: 30 p.m. October 9 at UWF Center for Fine & Performing Arts, 11000 University Pkwy.

Short Shorts: Lights, Luaus and Leis 7 p.m. October 10 at The East Hill Yard, 1010 N. 12th Ave #111 For more information, and a list of movies, visit stampedfilmfest.com

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Ears & Fingers

by Jason Leger

RETROSPECT: THE SMASHING

PUMPKINS "MELLON COLLIE & THE INFINITE SADNESS"

I don’t try to hide the fact that I’m very critical of the post-Zwan Billy Corgan and all the zaniness that has come along with him. He writes plot lines for a professional wrestling federation. He has dated Tila Tequila and Jessica Simpson.

He wrote an eight-hour interpretation of Herman Hesse’s novel “Siddhartha.” He seems wretchedly depressed on Disney rides. Corgan only seems to get stranger by the day, and the decline has dragged an illustrious legacy through the mud.

However, it’s important to remember that through all of his wacky antics and

fan bullying on social media, Billy Corgan penned my favorite album of all time.

This month marks the 20th anniversary of the release of “Mellon Collie & the Infinite Sadness,” the extremely ambitious double album from the Smashing Pumpkins’ perfect and original line up of Corgan, Jimmy Chamberlain, James Iha, and D’arcy. At fourteen when I got my first copy (I’m now on my eighth), I remember thinking of “Mellon Collie” as monumental and more than I had ever heard in my entire life. Some songs made me embrace my teenage angst (‘Muzzle,’ ‘Tales of a Scorched Earth’), while others gave me a sense of peace (‘Porcelina of the Vast Oceans,’ ‘Stumbleine’), while still others made me feel extremely alive (my favorite song ever written ‘Tonight, Tonight). This album shaped my musical scope in the way that no other had and no other would. Not only was “Mellon Collie” a life-changing album for me, my mom took me to see The Smashing Pumpkins play these songs live, and I knew that night that I wanted to constantly surround myself with music. I’ve lived up to it so far.

My love for The Smashing Pumpkins will always stick with me. They introduced me to worlds of other music by writing songs that were commercial enough to make it on the radio, but oddball enough to be artistic. It’s nearly difficult to look at today’s Billy Corgan and remember that he wrote “Gish” and “Pisces Iscariot”

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and “Siamese Dream,” let alone this masterpiece, but the truth remains that his genius exploded in the ‘90s and then waned throughout the beginning of the 21st century. It’s a sad, albeit funny, story, and it still stings that I feel the need to be so critical of a musician who means so much to me, but there is so much of me that just wants him to be great again.

Maybe it’s unfair, but I can only handle so much. At the very least, I will always have “Mellon Collie” and the way it continues to make me feel, as though stuck in a moment of time that won’t move at all.

“Mellon Collie & the Infinite Sadness” has been out for twenty years via Virgin Records.

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Wavves 'Pony'

Wavves will always hold a special spot in my heart. About two and a half years ago, they released “Afraid of Heights,” and a young album reviewer first got his feet wet by giving his two cents on it.

Now he has gotten older and Wavves have gotten wiser, as they released track after track from their recent album, “V.” ‘Pony’ exudes the pop-punk essence and ‘devil-may-care’ attitude that have made Wavves such a popular band from their beginning and added cred to their art.

Check out ‘Pony’ wherever you stream music and pick up “V,” which is out now via Warner Bros Records. {in}

to waltz, hustle, and tango at this weekly class, which is followed by a social dance at 8:45 p.m. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. $10. dancecraftfl.com ARCHNEMESIS 9 p.m. With Exit 9, Panda Panax, and Delicate Chaos. THandlebar, 319

N. Tarragona St. $8. pensacolahandlebar.com PENSACOLA LGBT FILM FESTIVAL In efforts to continue opening the dialogue about LGBT issues in Pensacola, the LGBT Film Festival is once again honoring LGBT films and filmmakers at this annual event.

Venues for screenings include Treehouse Cinema, the Pensacola Museum of Commerce, and The East Hill Yard. The festival runs throughout the weekend. For more information, and a list of movies, visit stampedfilmfest.com

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PENSACOLA GREEK FESTIVAL 11 a.m.-10 p.m. The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church is hosting their 56th annual Greek Festival this weekend. This year parishioners invite the public to celebrate the beautiful Greek island of Skopelos (the backdrop for the film “Mamma Mia!”) with music, dancing, cultural traditions, and of course, Greek cuisine. Take a tour of the church, then dig into a lunch of traditional pastitso or moussaka, followed by baklava.

Admission is always free, but be sure to bring some cash if you’d like to sample the cuisine. The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 1720 W. Garden St. pensacolagreekfestival.com WINE TASTING 5-7 p.m. Out and about in East Hill on Friday night? Stop by City Grocery for their free weekly wine tasting before settling in or heading out for the night. City Grocery, 2050 N. 12th Ave. LATIN DANCING 6:30 p.m. Learn the basics of salsa dancing. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. $10. dancecraftfl.com INFUSION 6:30-9:30 p.m. Enjoy a night of jazz, rock, blues, R&B and funk. Local craft beer generously provided by A Little Madness Brewing Company. 9888 Pensacola Blvd. $8-$15, FLOW TRIBE 8 p.m. With A Band of Saints.

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backdrop for the film “Mamma Mia!”) with music, dancing, cultural traditions, and of course, Greek cuisine. Take a tour of the church, then dig into a lunch of traditional pastitso or moussaka, followed by baklava.

Admission is always free, but be sure to bring some cash if you’d like to sample the cuisine. The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 1720 W. Garden St. pensacolagreekfestival.com ANI DIFRANCO 8 p.m. With Ana Egge.

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duce, live plants, baked goods, fine art and antiques are just a few of the items offered at the weekly Palafox Market. Items originate directly from participating vendors, including dozens of local farmers, home gardeners and area artists. Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza, N. Palafox. palafoxmarket.com PENSACOLA GREEK FESTIVAL 11 a.m.-10 p.m. The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church is hosting their 56th annual Greek Festival this weekend. This year parishioners invite the public to celebrate the beautiful Greek island of Skopelos (the

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PENSACOLA GREEK FESTIVAL Noon-6 p.m.

The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church is hosting their 56th annual Greek Festival this weekend. This year parishioners invite the public to celebrate the beautiful Greek island of Skopelos (the backdrop for the film “Mamma Mia!”) with music, dancing, cultural traditions, and of course, Greek cuisine. Take a tour of the church, then dig into a lunch of traditional pastitso or moussaka, followed by baklava. Admission is always free, but be sure to bring some cash if you’d like to sample the cuisine. The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 1720

W. Garden St. pensacolagreekfestival.com HANNAH’S CANINE CABARET 2 p.m.

Come out and support Pensacola High School students as they perform a variety of acting and musical events in support of Hannah Koske in order to raise money for her to get a service dog. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. $10-$35. pensacolalittletheatre.com

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COUNTRY & WESTERN DANCING 6:30 p.m. Learn the Country Two-step at this weekly class, which is followed by a social dance at 8 p.m. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. $10. dancecraftfl.com TORO Y MOI 7 p.m. With Astronauts Etc. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox. $17-$20. vinylmusichall.com THE VIBRATORS 9:30 p.m. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. $7. pensacolahandlebar.com

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TUESDAY NIGHT POETRY NIGHT 7 p.m.

Free open mic poetry event every Tuesday.

Sluggo’s Vegetarian Restaurant, 101 S. Jefferson St. facebook.com/TNPNS BANDS ON THE BEACH 7 p.m. Swamp Dog Honey will perform at this week’s Bands on the Beach—which is a free outdoor concert series featuring regional artists held every Tuesday night through Oct. 27. Gulfside Pavilion at Casino Beach, 735 Pensacola

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An exhibition by artist Margaret Biggs that celebrates and explores Gulf Coast inspired landscapes, seascapes, still life, and holistic pieces within a stylized manner, which borders between the elements of abstraction and realism.

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from the Ogden Museum of Southern Art in New Orleans, this exhibit is a photographic project of 15 years duration by nationally-recognized photographer and author Richard Sexton.

On display August 21-October 17. Museum hours and location: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $10 for adults; $8 for seniors and military; members and children 11 and under are free for the rest of summer.

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Toro y Moi Mixes It Up

These days, an evolving sound makes it difficult to place any sort of label on musician Chaz Bundick of Toro y Moi, and he prefers it that way.

But back in 2010 when then-23-year-old Bundick released his first album “Causers of This,” a label stuck that has just now started to peel away. What began as a parody of a scene started by satirical music blog Hipster Runoff, “chillwave” became synonymous with his work.

Characterized by heavy use of synthesiz-

ers, loop pedals and sampling, the “chillwave” moniker stuck, and Toro y Moi was put in a box he wasn’t necessarily trying to fit into.

“I was already moving on when I finished that first album, and I knew I didn’t want to stick with that sound,” Bundick said via phone interview. “I’m not opposed to it. It’s cool to be associated with that because it helped me get to where I am today.”

Fast forward five years and Bundick has four albums under his belt, transitioning his sound with each record.

Bundick is currently on tour supporting his latest album, “What For?” and surprise mixtape “Samantha.”

The collection of ambient beats and trap-influenced tracks of “Samantha” was released for free online this summer and includes collaborations with Washed Out, Rome Fortune and Kool A.D. Some of the tracks were recorded as far back as 2012, but Bundick said that he was waiting for the right moment to release the collection.

“Samantha’ is a project that I’ve been working on for about a year,” Bundick said.

“I decided I wanted to release some stuff

into Drake and Spacemen 3, a British psychefor free, so I was trying to save up some delic garage band from the ‘80s. tracks and release it at a good time.”

“I easily get bored of something and look Released in April, Bundick said that for something else,” he said. “It is natural bu,t at “What For?” came from a desire to make an the same time, it is a decision.” indie rock album. He put the synthesizers on While Toro y Moi’s debut record was a selfthe back burner to produce a guitar-driven professed break-up album, Bundick said that repertoire of 70s-inspired rock grooves.

“What For?” is more optimistic.

“I wanted to make a guitar album,” “It sounds a lot less dark and murky than Bundick said. “I was trying to make an ala lot of my other stuff has,” he said. “I thought bum that still segued into that sound nicely it would be fun to make more of an uplifting without it being too drastic of a change.”

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Being a guitar-centric record, Bundick said Hall with opening act Astronauts, etc., or that he’s happy with how it’s translated live.

Anthony Ferraro. Ferraro plays keyboard “It’s awesome, it turned out exactly the with Toro y Moi, as well as fronts his own way I wanted it to sound,” he said. “Playing it project. To kick off their tour together, the live sounds pretty close to the record, which two recorded a chilled-out, groovy cover of sometimes doesn’t work with electronic Elton John classic ‘Rocket Man.’ sounds.” {in} Bundick said that his transition as an artist is deliberate, and he tries to mirror his evolving taste into his own work.

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DEMOCRACY BLUES Randy Richardson, 42, vying unopposed for the Riceville, Iowa, school board (having agreed to run just because he has two kids in school) failed to get any votes at all—as even he was too busy on election day (Sept. 8) to make it to the polls (nor were there any write-ins).

To resolve the 0-0 result, the other board members simply appointed Richardson to the office. Riceville, near the Minnesota border, is a big-time farming community, and registered voters queried by The Des Moines Register said they just had too much fieldwork to do that day.

MEDICAL MARVELS Researchers recently came upon a small community (not named) in the Dominican Republic with an unusual incidence of adolescent boys having spent the first decade or so of their lives as girls because their penises and testes did not appear until puberty. A September BBC News dispatch referred to the boys as "Guevedoces" and credited the community for alerting researchers, who ultimately developed a drug to replace the culprit enzyme whose absence was causing the problem. (The full shot of testoster-

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NEW WORLD ORDER At a September convention on ethical issues involving computers, a researcher at Britain's De Montfort University decried the development of devices that might permit humanrobot sex. Though no human would be "victimized," the researcher warned that such machines (some already in service) will exacerbate existing "power imbalances" between men and women and pave the way for more human exploitation. One critic challenged, offering that such robots would be no more demeaning to women than, say, vibrators. However, the researcher ominously warned that there may someday be robots resembling children, marketed for sex. (A September USA Today dispatch from Tokyo reported that the company SoftBank had banned sex, via its user agreement, with its new 4-foot-tall humanlike robot—even though "Pepper" features nothing resembling genitalia.) {in}

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