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2021 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chairman.............................................................................. Phill Baker, Boyd Insurance & Investment Services Immediate Past Chairman................................................................ Ernie Withers, Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota Chairman-Elect...........................................................................................Rick Bisio, The Educated Franchisee Treasurer...........................................................................................Stu Henderson, Fawley Bryant Architecture Vice Chairman, Membership & Communications...................... Jeff Podobnik, Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club Vice Chairman, Public Policy.................................................. Janelle Esposito, Esq., Esposito Law Group, P.A. Vice Chairman, Workforce & Community Development..................Christy Cardillo, Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC

MAILING ADDRESS P.O. Box 321 Bradenton, FL 34206-0321

President | CEO.............................................................. Jacki Dezelski, IOM, Manatee Chamber of Commerce

2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mark Barnebey, Esq., Blalock Walters, P.A.

BRADENTON OFFICE 222 10th Street West Bradenton, FL 34205 Phone: 941-748-3411 Fax: 941-745-1877 LAKEWOOD RANCH OFFICE AT THE MCCLURE CENTER 4215 Concept Court Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211 Phone: 941-748-3411 Fax: 941-745-1877

Jason Bartz, NDC Construction Company

Rev. James Golden, Board Member, School Board of Manatee County (Ex Officio)

Vanessa Baugh, Commissioner, Manatee County Government (Ex Officio)

Crea Kitcher, Tropicana Products Karen LaPensee, LaPensee Plumbing, Pools & Air

Richard Bedford, REAL Consulting, LLC

Stewart Moon Jr., Air & Energy

Bruce Body, Raymond James & Associates, Inc.

Jeff Nickse, Accurate Benefit Solutions, LLC

Gene Brown, Mayor, City of Bradenton (Ex Officio)

Brittany Nielsen, State College of Florida Manatee Sarasota (Ex Officio)

Shirley Bryant, Mayor, City of Palmetto (Ex Officio) Carlos Buqueras, Manatee County Port Authority (Ex Officio) Cassandra Burns, Dignity Memorial Nathan Carr, Willis Smith Construction, Inc. Brian Carter, Mauldin & Jenkins CPA, LLC

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Bill Colgate, MD, MCR Health Bernitha Copeland, Copeland Full Line Insurance, Inc. Mark Dunlop, BankUnited, N.A.

MISSION: To build a positive business environment while enhancing the community’s quality of life.

Justin Phillips, Minuteman Press of Bradenton Rick Piccolo, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (Ex Officio) Tim Polk, Urban Planning Solutions Dennis Ragosta, Southwest Florida Water Management District (Ex Officio) Teresa Rawe, MD, TruePartners

Joshua Matlock, CareerSource Suncoast (Ex Officio)

Cynthia Saunders, School District of Manatee County (Ex Officio)

Steve Hall, Alltrust Insurance

Chris Sharek, Jacobs Engineering

Sharon Hillstrom, Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation

Eleni Sokos, Sokos Solutions

Karen Holbrook, PhD, University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee (Ex Officio)

The Manatee Chamber of Commerce’s Current magazine is published in print and digitally bi-monthly and distributed to more than 7,000 businesses and community leaders. It is an advertising medium available only to Chamber members.

Bruce Patneaude, IMG Academy

Scott Hopes, DBA, Manatee County Government (Ex Officio) Joe Hwang, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

Doug Van Dyke, Leadership Simplified Craig Warzecha, Bradenton Marauders, 2021 MYP Chairman Bill Woodson, PhD, New College of Florida (Ex Officio)

MANATEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFF Kaylee Carpentier, Information Specialist...................................KayleeC@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 100 Caitlyn Cobb, Member Programs Coordinator............................ CaitlynC@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 117

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Tim Fenimore, Membership Development Representative.............. TimF@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 241 Beck Krajcir, Graphic Design & Communications Manager........... BeckK@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 116 Carey Miller, Office Administrator................................................. CareyM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 113 Liza Minteer, Membership Development Representative................LizaM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 139 Cara Misiewicz, Member Events Coordinator................................CaraM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 122 Tara Poulton, Vice President, Public Policy & Workforce................ TaraP@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 124 Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance...........................................CherylR@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 115

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about the chairman With Gratitude for Humble Leadership Thank You to Phill Baker, Outgoing Chairman of the Board

As 2021 comes to a close we have much for which to be thankful. For our Chamber team, the cycles of Board leadership are a shining example of how people, working together, can make a difference as well as give meaning and energy to the Chamber’s mission. It is gratifying to know that, year after year, so many business leaders give of their time and expertise to further the Chamber’s mission in ways that positively impact all of our businesses and organizations.

Phill Baker, Vice President at Boyd Insurance & Investment Services, is wrapping up his year as Chairman of the Board. It comes during a year in which Phill celebrated 40 years of service to the firm, his clients, and our community. His steady, thoughtful leadership will have lasting influence. Not a week went by this year that Phill wasn’t personally at the Chamber offices, touching base with our team - and often dropping off a homemade treat from his amazing wife Dianna or a hand-written note of encouragement. He is an incredible listener and follows through, always. His family and his faith are at the heart of all that he does.

Phill’s leadership on our Board and Executive Committe has spanned years during which our Chamber and community experienced tremendous difficulties, but powerful opportunities, as well. Our membership has remained strong and committed and Chamber partnerships across our region have flourished. In considering his years of service, Phill shared these thoughts: Favorite Chamber Program: Manatee Young Professionals - I admire the energy and innovation of this amazing group. Many of our current leaders have migrated through MYP and it is very comforting to see so many future leaders being raised up, in part, by MYP. This close knit group truly inspires me!

Favorite Chamber Event: The Annual Planning Retreat - It is a time to focus on our community and plan for the future. It is also a wonderful time to have so many local leaders in one place with one agenda: to make Manatee County the best possible place to live, work, play, and own a business. Every year we have many new faces join us at the Planning Retreat and it is good to get to know many of them. Much is accomplished at this signature leadership conference. Of course, the venue allows for a nice get-away for the family, too.

Advice to a brand new Chamber member on how best to get involved and take advantage of membership: Attend ‘Biscuits & Benefits’ for a comprehensive and concise Phill and Dianna Baker at the overview of the many Chamber offerings. You will hear about member benefits that will Chamber’s 2021 Annual Dinner & pique your interest. Then jump in and give something a try. There is a fit for everybody and Bartz Award celebration. every business. Consider networking, serving on a committee, attending some of the Chamber’s informative seminars, reach out to students via one of the many Chamber volunteer opportunities in our schools, join in the fun events like the Golf Tournament, etc. You will be glad you did!

Why have you chosen to invest so much time and effort to the Chamber’s mission? Connecting with the Chamber was easy. Serving on several committees opened my eyes to the incredible work the Chamber does in and for the business community. Making new friends and business associates naturally followed. Being in the midst of so many community giants motivated me to give my time and talents to the community by serving in the Manatee Chamber. Manatee County is where our family roots are and seeing it continue to become the place I love calls Members of the Boyd Insurance & Investment me to serve this incredible community. It has indeed been an honor to serve as Services team enjoyed networking at the Chairman of the Board. The leadership team in place is strong and well suited to Ship-Shape Showcase at Port Manatee. meet the challenges that lie ahead.

Special thanks: It would be nice if new and innovative words could be penned to properly say ‘Thank You’ to the most amazing team at the Manatee Chamber offices. All the best adverbs and adjectives have already been used.

So much of the good that comes to the Chamber Board of Directors, Executive Committee, Chairman of the Board and our community is a result of the strong and often brilliant support from the Chamber staff. They embody teamwork, confidence, quality and do so with the greatest of humility, giving the praise to others. How could you not love them all? THANK YOU!

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These words by Henry Ford confirm the Manatee Chamber is successful: “Coming together is a beginning.

Keeping together is progress.

Working together is success.”

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public policy Chamber Advocacy: The Voice for Business The Manatee Chamber’s Public Policy division, with the support and involvement of our members, provides ongoing advocacy and assistance to our local governments and regional authorities.

The Chamber’s Public Policy committees meet monthly to discuss the issues affecting our community and develop policy positions providing a voice for the business community and a platform for effective advocacy.

Our Legislative Committee pulls together annual priorities from all of the committee work and creates the Manatee Chamber’s Business Agenda. This agenda is the foundation for our state and federal advocacy work. In November, the Committee spent a few days in Tallahassee and presented the priorities to several of our Florida House and Senate representatives as well as members of the Cabinet and the Department of Transportation. To download a copy of the Business Agenda, visit ManateeChamber.com/ Advocacy-Public-Policy or swing by either of our Chamber locations to pick up a copy.

With the start of the 2022 Florida Legislative Session just weeks away, we hope you’ll join us for our annual Pancakes & Politics Breakfast scheduled for Thursday, December 9. This signature event, sponsored by Spectrum and Keiser University, is an invaluable opportunity to talk with our elected officials and let views and concerns be heard.

It is critical that government and businesses work together for the benefit of the entire community. The Manatee Chamber, through our leadership and our members, is focused on advocacy on your behalf so that your attention can remain on growing and expanding your business.

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With Your Support, the Chamber:

• Focuses business expertise on identifying priorities • Works together with key partners on important issues • Navigates the policy-making process • Influences decisions at multiple levels • Informs our members on the progress

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Project TEACH

REACH Manatee and its partners are hosting in-person and virtual FAFSA workshops for recent graduates, high school seniors and all those interested in pursuing post-secondary degrees. FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid used to determine student federal aid eligibility, gives you access to federal, state, and college-based sources to help you pay for your education. Filling out this form is a crucial step that students and families of all financial backgrounds can take toward making post-secondary education attainment a reality.

We want you to volunteer for Project TEACH! The Chamber will present the program at all area elementary schools on Thursday, March 10.

Project TEACH is designed to increase career awareness among 4th grade students and stress the importance of first impressions. For many students, this is one of the first times they have had a business volunteer in their classroom and the first time they have been exposed to careers other than those of their parents.

Free Virtual and In-Person FAFSA Workshops

For more information, please contact REACH Manatee at info@REACHManatee.org or visit REACHManatee.org. You can also visit us on Facebook: @REACHManatee.

Free FAFSA Workshops | Thursdays 6:00 - 8:00PM December 2 | December 16 | January 13 | January 27 | February 24 | March 10 For more information: ReachManatee.org/Upcoming-Events

Join the Chamber in a Local Classroom on March 10

More than 130 volunteers are needed to reach every 4th grade class. Volunteering is EASY and takes only a few hours of your time.

To volunteer for Project TEACH contact: Rachel DesRosier | RachelD@ManateeChamber.com 941-748-4842, ext. 235 | ManateeChamber.com/TEACH

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Congratulations to Our Winners!

Back row: Andy Ameres, Cheryl Brady, Steven Pajevic, Barry Grooms, Laurel Lynch, Kunjal Patel Front row: Kalli Ameres, Kristina Pajevic, Sherry Grooms, Anne LeBaron, Ken Patel

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Take Stock in Children of Manatee County Hope Family Services Vet Care Express Animal Ambulance Crystal Clean Green Cleaning Ellenton Discount Pharmacy Florida Suncoast Real Estate, Inc. Shake Station Restaurant

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Small Business Is Big Business The 2021 Manatee Small Business of the Year Awards was an incredible celebration of small businesses and non-profits in our community. We received 230 nominations recognizing organizations serving Manatee County for quality and excellence as exemplified by growth, productivity, customer service, job creation and overall contribution to the community. Seven award winners were announced from among 90 finalists at our sold-out event in November.

“After the challenges of the past year and a half, today’s celebration feels even more important,” said Phill Baker, the Chamber’s Chairman of the Board, during his opening remarks at the event. “Local businesses and non-profits are an integral part of the fabric of our community, creating the unique culture that makes our area a fantastic place to live, work, play, and own a business.”

All of the finalists exemplify the diversity, spirit, and community-mindedness that make Manatee County special and so successful.

Small employers play a crucial role in building their businesses, creating jobs, growing our local economy, and bettering our community. “America’s progress is attributed to pioneers such as our finalists, people who think big, take risks, and work hard,” said Sherod Halliburton, Financial Access Federal Credit Union, the presenting sponsor of this year’s awards.

Congratulations to our nominees, finalists, and award winners! At the Manatee Chamber, small business is BIG BUSINESS!

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Healthcare Committee Identifies Resources for Employers: COVID-19 and Stress in the Workplace The COVID-19 pandemic is taking its toll on businesses and staff members who may be experiencing levels of stress that they never imagined. “Mental Health Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Update,” a report posted to the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) includes the results of a recent poll conducted on the subject of COVID-related stress.

“We encourage everyone, whether they face mental health or addiction issues themselves or know someone who does, to take a look at what’s available through the landing page,” said DOH-Manatee Health Officer Dr. Jennifer Bencie.

Almost half (47 percent) of those surveyed said they can tell that worry or stress related to the coronavirus has had a major or minor negative impact on their mental health. The leading causes of worry included fears of contracting the virus, losing a job and searching for childcare “Previous KFF analysis of the Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey from earlier this year shows the economic downturn has also led to mental health issues and increased abuse in the United States,” the KFF notes in its update.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers tips that Manatee businesses can share with employees who may be suffering COVID-related stress:

“There is also the loss of loved ones,” added Tima Midyette, a health educator at the Florida Department of Health in Manatee County (DOH-Manatee). “Each life lost to this disease can prove devastating to family and friends who choose to deal with the loss either outwardly or in silence.”

Midyette recently offered the Chamber’s Healthcare Committee a list of local organizations that employers and employees who may be suffering mental health and/or substance use issues can turn to for help. The list can be found at ManateeCountyFlorida.

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news stories • Take care of your body by taking deep breaths, exercising and eating balanced meals • Get plenty of sleep and avoid excessive alcohol/tobacco substance use This article was written by the Chamber’s Healthcare Committee.

For information on joining this committee or for a listing of all Chamber committees, contact Tara Poulton at TaraP@ ManateeChamber.com.

Member Testimonial As a young professional, the Manatee Chamber has been an instrumental part of my personal and professional development. It provides me with networking opportunities that introduce me to new clients, helps grow my confidence & communication skills, and creates long-lasting friendships. Their numerous committees and platforms have opened my eyes to the possibility of making an impact in the community and better yet, doing it while pursuing my passions. The Chamber provides business growth, opportunities for outreach, and helps foster a sense of belonging to the community.

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PLATINUM INVESTOR

SPOTLIGHT

Manatee Memorial Hospital Welcomes New CEO Manatee Memorial Hospital recently announced the appointment of Tom McDougal, Jr., D.Sc., MSHA, MBA, FACHE, to Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director of Manatee Memorial Hospital, effective August 23, 2021.

Prior to joining Manatee Memorial Hospital, Tom served as the CEO at Merit Health Biloxi, a regional system of providers and facilities with more than 300 physicians, outpatient clinics, and outpatient imaging centers serving the coastal region of Mississippi. In this role, Tom completed a new affiliation with another regional health system, improved employee satisfaction scores, reduced employee turnover, expanded the robotics program and established a Gastro Center focused on pediatric and adults. Before that, he was an Assistant Professor of Public Health at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama.

Earlier in his career, Tom served as the CEO and President of Medical West (Bessemer, Alabama); CEO of Springs Memorial Hospital (Lancaster, South Carolina); CEO of Parkway Medical Center (Decatur, Alabama); CEO of LV Stabler Memorial Hospital (Greenville, Alabama); and Administrator and CEO of Barnwell County Hospital (Barnwell, South Carolina).

Tom was exposed to the administrative side of healthcare as a child, since his father worked in healthcare. He initially started college with an interest in pharmacy, but after an internship at Birmingham, Tom wanted to explore business as a major.

Manatee Memorial Hospital opened a new Emergency Care Center to accommodate our growing community.

He received his doctorate degree in Healthcare Administration, master’s degree in Healthcare Administration and MBA from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Samford University.

“I am pleased to join the Manatee Memorial Hospital team,” said Tom. “I look forward to working with the employees and medical staff to enhance the excellent reputation of the facility, continue to focus on patient-centered care, and expanding our services in the community and surrounding areas.”

Manatee Memorial Hospital, a member of the Manatee Healthcare System has served the residents of Manatee and surrounding counties for over 68 years.

The Outpatient Services Center at Manatee Memorial Hospital welcomes patients having radiology and imaging tests, pre-testing for surgery, surgery and other procedures, including Bariatric Surgery.

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Just a few hours of your time during tax season will make a big difference to the lives of many living in Manatee County – even from the comfort of your own couch! Through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, you get free training to become a certified volunteer and help local low-income individuals and families file their tax returns – in person or virtually!

As a volunteer tax preparer with Step Up Suncoast, you’ll: • Learn how to prepare individual tax returns • Be certified to help those who need it most • Assist local individuals and families from your home or in person • Help taxpayers get their refund, tax credits and deductions they deserve

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My grandma, damazia Medrano, claims that Mexican food is made to share with the peopl e you love.

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Everything she cooks is fresh and locally grown.

When she makes tortill as from scratch, the process takes days.

First, she boils the corn.

The next day, when it’s cool, she grind s the boiled corn into dough, using a traditional metate stone. There are machines to do this, but she likes the traditional way. I don’t know anyon e who makes tortillas like my grandma.

She uses her bare hands , nothing else, and she makes huge tortillas! You have two, and you are full!

When I moved to Brade nton, I started cooking for my husband and friends. My friend s bring their favorite dishes too. We cook and share it all.

I am an artist and own a gallery in the Village of the Arts. This recipe for “The Get Together Tacos de Asada” is one of my friends’ favor ites. There is a powerful connection between food and art, a bodysoul connection. They both bring happiness. Food feeds your body, and art feeds your soul.

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Alfredo Garcia owns the art gallery, Arte Coyoacano in the Village of the Arts. Alfredo and his husba nd live in Bradenton, Florida.

“You have two, and you are full!”

Realize Bradenton’s latest book Tales from the Table: Flavor, Family, and Friends is a storybook cookbook with a twist of education! The book features recipes from local community members, the special stories behind them, and engaging learning activities. Purchase at RealizeBradenton.com/Books

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Thank You Outgoing Board Members We are grateful to these outstanding business leaders who served on our Board of Directors and have reached the end of their terms. Our Board sets the vision and direction for our Chamber, responding to member input and offering their personal expertise for the benefit of all members in carrying out our mission.

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myp manatee young professionals MYP Networking Social Are you looking to grow your business network, make new friends, become involved in the community, or maybe just enjoy happy hour? Join us at our next networking social and connect with other young professionals.

Thursday, December 16 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Central Café

906 Manatee Ave E. | Bradenton Wear an Ugly Sweater to this Holiday-Themed MYP Social

Thursday, January 20 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Fiorelli Winery & Vineyards

4250 County Road 675 | Bradenton Join us for a fun kick-off party for the new year

Free for MYP Members | $10 for Future Members

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February 10 | 5:00 - 8:00 PM PIER 22 Restaurant, Patio, & Catering 1200 1st Avenue W. | Bradenton

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Tuesday, December 14 11:45 AM –1:00 PM | Anna Maria Oyster Bar Landside 6906 14th St. W. | Bradenton

10-MINUTE TAKEAWAY Guest Speaker: Amy Bott with United Way Suncoast

Tuesday, January 26 11:45 AM –1:00 PM | Manatee Chamber Bradenton Office Air & Energy Board Room

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MYP Members enjoyed a wonderful lunch at Ford's Garage. Thanks to Annie Clark for speaking to us about work-life balance.

Featured Speaker: Henry Winkler Emmy Award-Winning Actor, Author, Director & Producer

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headliners December: State of the January: The Evolution County Report of Hospital Care in Dr. Scott Hopes, D.B.A., M.P.H., Manatee County Manatee County Administrator Manatee County continues to move critical projects forward and provide services to its 400,000+ residents while also navigating the evolving COVID-19 recovery process.

Join us as County Administrator Dr. Hopes shares a “State of the County” report detailing new opportunities, our biggest challenges, and future strategies. This is a great opportunity to ask questions about issues that affect you and your business.

The CEOs from our three major hospitals will provide an update on how it impacts your business, our community, and our economy.

From battling the pandemic to bringing cutting-edge care to Manatee County, our local hospitals are integral to our quality of life. You'll hear about new medical technologies, how we attract world-class healthcare professionals, and what is on the horizon for our medical community.

Wednesday, December 8 11:30 AM –1:00 PM | Bradenton Country Club 4646 9th Ave W. | Bradenton

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EXPO2021 Business at the Ballpark

Chamber Expo Features Close to 100 Exhibitors This event drew more than 500 Chamber members and guests looking to learn more about local businesses. With exhibitors spread throughout the Ballpark, along with food and beverage provided by local restaurants and caterers, attendees enjoyed an evening of beautiful weather while connecting with current and future customers. Our next business showcase event is Ship-Shape Showcase on April 7 at Port Manatee.

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Brown and Sons: Family, Community, and Service Three words describe the character of Brown and Sons Funeral Homes and Crematory: family, community, and service.

Started in 1975 by Chuck and Cheryl Brown, Brown and Sons has served the greater Manatee County community for three generations. As Chuck tells the story, when he wanted to start the business, only one bank was ready to give him the chance at being a small business owner. That investment paid off and Brown and Sons was honored by the Manatee Chamber with a Small Business of the Year award in 1991. 46 years after its start, son Gene Brown leads the business with wife Gina's support along with an incredible staff team. Truly a multi-generational endeavor, Gene’s son Ryan, a licensed funeral director, and daughter Rachel, a Pre-Need Specialist, have joined in the family business working along side Gene's brother David, a Funeral Director, sister Stacey, in administration, and nephew Tyler, who serves as an attendant.

It isn’t a business for everyone. It takes a lot of heartfelt compassion, sensitivity, and understanding - every day. In deciding to join his father in the business, Gene said “I saw everything my dad did for us and certain things shape your life when someone does something extraordinary to help you. I knew early on that I wanted to help people.”

The family’s priority on community service and involvement is part of their DNA. Gene was elected Mayor of the City of Bradenton in 2020 after serving three terms on the City Council.

He is active with the Manatee High Football Booster Club and the Boys & Girls Club. He learned from his father what it means to give to others and how an adult can change the life of a child.

The team at Brown & Sons lives by a guiding rule expressed best by one of Gene’s college professors, who served in an Army mortuary during the Vietnam War. "He told me that if you ever get used to it, that if the day comes where the business doesn't bother you, that is the day you need to get out of it," he said.

"If you are helping people, yes, you have a job to do, but you must have that sympathy and empathy to help families and friends through extremely tough times."

It isn’t easy. During one of the opioid epidemic’s peaks in 2016, a young man had overdosed and his young daughter came into the funeral home. She looked at Gene who, along with Brown & Sons team was helping the family, and said, "This is the man taking care of daddy. I'm going to see my daddy today." The young girl hadn't fully understood yet what had happened to her father or that she was in a funeral home. "I had to slowly

back out of the room and wipe the tears from my eyes," Gene said. "Moments like that get to you. But if we can help one child, one family, then it's all worth it," he said.

Brown and Sons serves our community from two convenient, fully remodeled locations and has an on-site crematory at the 43rd Street location. During the pandemic, they have added technology to enable Facebook Live viewings of visitation and funeral services, which has been incredibly meaningful to relatives and friends across the world of the families the funeral home serves.

Brown and Sons provides a wide range of services to meet the needs of the families they are privileged to serve: Pre-Planning Burials • Local Burials - at any cemetery • Out-of-town Burials • Direct Burials • Graveside Services Cremations • Traditional Cremation - church or chapel • Memorial Service - church or chapel • Direct Cremation

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50+ Ways

we lift spirits

With ten airlines and over 50+ destinations, SRQ is proud to help our community reconnect with family and friends, and discover new places. We’re honored to be a member of the Manatee Chamber of Commerce. Together we provide the momentum for growth and the revitalization of our economy through tourism.

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Welcome to the Chamber Team Deb Cooney Deb has joined our team as our Member Services Coordinator. “I’m a firm believer in the power of networking within a Chamber," says Deb. "I look forward to meeting all of the members and helping them to get the most benefit that they can from their membership."

After living in the area for many years, Deb moved out of state to care for her parents.

Her love of the area drew her back. She has a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Old Dominion University and extensive experience with tourism destination marketing.

Favorite Place: “When I’m not at work, I love to spend my time at the beach or on the breathtaking green and blue Gulf waters.”

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welcome new members 1634 Company, a Florida LLC (941) 355-4186 Transportation 3 Guys Moving 4529 Eagle Falls Drive Tampa, FL 33619 249move.com (813) 249-6683 Movers Absolute Aluminum 1220 Ogden Road Venice, FL 34285 absolutealuminum.com (941) 497-7777 Aluminum Contractors Always Special Events, LLC AlwaysSpecialEvents.com (941) 261-2110 Event, Meeting and Party Planners AMI Beach & Dog Supply Co., LLC. 313 C Pine Ave. Anna Maria, FL 34216-1401 amibeachndog.com (317) 797-2920 Pet Supplies, Services and Sitting Anna Maria General Store 503 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, FL 34216 AnnaMariaGeneralStore.com (941) 779-9200 Restaurants Aqua Tight Roofing (941) 757-6734 Roofing Contractors At Drone Level, LLC 702 51st Street East Bradenton, Florida 34208 atdronelevel.com (727) 378-2487 Photography - Photographers BA Landscape & Irrigation 5517 2nd St. W. Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 518-1788 Irrigation Contractors and Pump Supplies Beach Bums Po Box 831 Anna Maria, FL 34216 beachbumsami.com (941) 224-0348 Activities and Amusements Beth Beckert - Sarasota Global Realty BethBeckert.com (941) 720-3676 Real Estate - Residential

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Braden River Dental Care Solutions 14543 State Rd. 70 E. Bradenton, FL 34202 mydentalcaresolutions.com (941) 214-9515 Dentists

Doma Title 1401 Manatee Ave. W., Ste. 320 Bradenton, FL 34204 doma.com (941) 504-1941 Title Companies

Bradenton 3D Printing LLC d/b/a B3DPShop.com bradenton3dprintingllc.com (941) 241-0920 Printing, Copying and Signage

DutchCrafters 3709 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd. Sarasota, FL 34234 dutchcrafters.com (941) 894-6747 Furniture and Furnishings

Brown Heating & Cooling 1611 12th St. E., Ste. G Palmetto, FL 34221 BrownHeatingAndCoolingInc.com (941) 722-9276 Air Conditioning and Heating Contractors

East County Internal Medicine, PA (ECIM) 6050 State Rd. 70 E., Ste. B Bradenton, FL 34203 EastCountyIM.com (941) 727-7771 Health and Wellness

Burley Technology Solutions, LLC burleytechnologysolutions.com (941) 531-1800 Computer Network Design and Consulting

Elizabeth's Loving Pet Care sites.google.com/view/ elovingpetcarellc/home (980) 244-9095 Pet Supplies, Services and Sitting

Cassariano Italian Eatery 8209 Nature's Way, Unit 103 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 cassariano.com (941) 355-8615 Restaurants

Exotic Gems 7432 Cortez Rd West Bradenton, FL 34210 (941) 276-1666 Jewelry

Chicken Salad Chick 5434 Lockwood Ridge Rd. Bradenton, FL 34203 chickensaladchick.com (941) 840-5372 Restaurants City Pier Grill 100 N. Bay Blvd.

Anna Maria, FL 34216 CityPierGrill.com (941) 254-4219 Restaurants Coastal Wealth 1990 Main Street, Ste. 750 Sarasota, FL 34236 mycoastalwealth.com (941) 961-6159 Financial Planning and Services College & Beyond Consulting, LLC collegeandbeyondconsulting.com (610) 314-7280 Tutoring and Educational Services CrossCountry Mortgage crosscountrymortgage.com/TheManglardi-Group/Joe-Manglardi (321) 960-8166 Mortgages and Brokers Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay 1408 69th Ave West Bradenton, FL 34207 discoveryvillages.com (941) 260-0754 Retirement Communities and Homes

Firmo Construction, LLC 205 N Orange Avenue, Ste. 301 Sarasota, FL 34236 FirmoConstruction.com (941) 917-0494 Contractors, Builders and Developers First Watch Restaurant - Cortez 7118 Cortez Rd. Bradenton, FL 34210 FirstWatch.com (941) 792-6071 Restaurants First Watch Restaurant Lakewood Ranch 8306 Market St. Bradenton, FL 34202 FirstWatch.com (941) 907-6657 Restaurants First Watch Restaurant Lockwood Ridge 4324 53rd Avenue East Bradenton, FL 34203 FirstWatch.com (941) 932-4507 Restaurants FirstLight Home Care of Manatee County 5620 Tara Blvd., Ste. 203 Bradenton, FL 34203 manateecounty.firstlighthome care.com (941) 909-8488 Companion and Homemaker Services

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Fisherman's Cove Waterfront R.V. Resort 100 61st Street E. Palmetto, FL 34221 myfishermanscove.com (941) 729-3685 Recreational Vehicle Resorts Florida Clean Energy floridacleansw.com (941) 315-5858 Solar Contractors Fresh Kitchen 8491 Cooper Creek Blvd., Ste. 101 University Park, FL 34201 eatfreshkitchen.com (941) 702-0614 Restaurants Grover's Axe groversaxe.com (727) 484-0502 Activities and Amusements Guaranteed Rate ~ Tammy Roulund NMLS#1465816 6371 Business Blvd Ste 102 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240 rate.com (941) 309-0553 Mortgages and Brokers Herbacol USA, LLC (941) 681-5553 Distributors Hess Orthodontics - Sarasota 5911 N. Honore Ave., #222 Sarasota, FL 34243 hessorthodontics.com (813) 645-4377 Orthodontists Infinity Construction and Concrete Services LLC PO Box 20012 Bradenton, FL 34204 iccs-llc.com (941) 920-1025 Concrete Contractors and Re-surfacing James River Writing (JRW) jamesriverwriting.com (941) 773-0068 Business Services Javi Air javiairsrq.com (704) 645-1704 Air Conditioning and Heating Contractors Karen Stewart Consulting, LLC KarenStewartConsulting.com (941) 232-0361 Business Consultants and Coaches

Kefi Sidestreet Cafe 1201 6th Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 kefistreetsidecafe.com (941) 896-2282 Restaurants

Melinda Sanchez, PLLC 417 12th St. W., #120 Bradenton, FL 34205 LoveTheSuncoast.com (941) 877-1778 Real Estate - Residential

Rose Dental at Lakewood Ranch 5561 Broadcast Ct. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240 rosedentalfl.com (941) 210-3975 Dentists

Kirkey Roofing Inc. 535 Paul Morris Dr Englewood, FL 34223 kirkeyroofing.com (941) 474-2113 Roofing Contractors

North River Body Therapies 1415 10th St E Palmetto, FL 34221 northrivermassage.com (941) 721-4559 Massage Therapists

Saw Blossom 1506 13th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 sawblossom.com (813) 447-7443 Furniture and Furnishings

Knight's Mobile Service, LLC 1410 18th Ave. Dr. E. Palmetto, FL 34221 knightstowingfl.com (941) 201-6109 Towing and Roadside Assistance

Pineapple Kitchen LLC 4914 Lena Rd. #104 Bradenton, FL 34211 PineappleKitchen.com (941) 254-1763 Foods - Specialty

Security Alarm Corporation 4301 32nd St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 securityalarmcorp.com (941) 625-9700 Security and Fire Alarm Systems

Koi Kompanion 309 15th Ave NW Ruskin, FL 33570 koikompanion.com (813) 591-4077 Ponds, Waterfalls, and Outdoor Spaces

Precizion Furniture & Installations, Inc. 801 8th Ave W Palmetto, FL 34221 precizionfurniture.com (941) 417-2002 Office Equipment, Furniture and Supplies

Storytellers 1003 8th Ave. W., Ste. 201 Bradenton, FL 34205 storytellersdesign.com (678) 938-3400 Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations

LendUS The Portal Team 3125 53rd Ave E Bradenton, FL 34203 theportalteam.com (941) 227-7194 Mortgages and Brokers Locals Realty 9801 Gulf Drive, Ste. 4 Anna Maria, FL 34216 LocalsRealtyGroup.com (941) 404-8438 Real Estate - Residential Lockwood Commons Dental Care 4222 53rd Ave. E. Bradenton, FL 34203 lockwoodcommonsdentalcare.com (941) 251-3995 Dentists Lowe's Home Improvement 4012 14th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 lowes.com (941) 526-1071 Hardware Stores Maple Street Biscuit Company 8491 Cooper Creek Blvd., #107 University Park, FL 34201 MapleStreetBiscuits.com (941) 358-5200 Restaurants Martin's Moving martinsmover.com (941) 809-5777 Movers

Professional Bank 136 4th St. N., Ste. 222 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 MyProBank.com (727) 456-9695 Banks and Banking Providential Roofing & Construction, Inc. 6497 Parkland Dr., Ste. K Sarasota, FL 34243 ProvidentialRoofing.com (941) 226-4000 Roofing Contractors RE/MAX Alliance Group/ Patricia Baker, PA patriciabaker.remax.com (941) 527-8669 Real Estate - Residential Resilient Retreat, Inc. 1207 Sarasota Center Blvd.

Sarasota, FL 34240 resilientretreat.org (941) 343-0039 Non-Profit Organizations Richardson-Stinton Roofing RichardsonStintonRoofing.com (941) 222-1700 Roofing Contractors Ringling College Library Association 2700 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34230 RCLAssociation.org (941) 903-5101 Non-Profit Organizations

Sundance Nutrition 536 13th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 (941) 896-9387 Health Foods, Vitamins and Supplements

Tom Tunnell (785) 224-3994 Individual Members Truforte Business Group 9040 Town Center Pkwy Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 trufortebusinessgroup.com (941) 302-4871 Business Brokers UrgentVet 9620 State Rd 64 E Bradenton, FL 34212 urgentvet.com (941) 277-9700 Veterinary and Animal Services Water's Edge of Bradenton 2015 32nd Avenue W. Bradenton, FL 34205 watersedgeseniorliving.org (941) 748-7797 Retirement Communities and Homes Wellcare Health Plans wellcare.com (813) 810-2468 Health Insurance

West Florida Home Inspections 6400 Manatee Ave. W., Ste. B Bradenton, FL 34209 WFHInspect.com (941) 757-3696 Takos Cantina Mexican Cuisine LLC Inspection - Building, Home, 5770 Ranch Lake Blvd, Unit 116 Structural, Wind Mitigation Bradenton, FL 34202 TakosCantinaFlorida.com Western & Southern Life (941) 201-6594 3903 Northdale Blvd Restaurants Tampa, FL 33624 WesternSouthern.com Terry Mortgage Team (813) 261-7510 8235 Natures Way Life Insurance and Annuity Planning Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 fairwayfundinggroup.com/ Wilson Structural Consultants, Inc. brandonterry 6731 Professional Parkway West, #103 (941) 445-2332 Sarasota, FL 34240 Mortgages and Brokers wilsonstructural.com (941) 907-4789 The Brothers that just do Gutters Engineering and Design Services 4301 32nd St. W., Ste. D-2 Bradenton, FL 34205 Your CBD Store Palmetto BrothersGutters.com 9514 Buffalo Rd. (941) 737-6388 Palmetto, FL 34221 Gutter Installation, Repair, and cbdrx4u.com Maintenance (941) 212-6002 CBD Products The Buetergerds Group at Keller Williams Realty Select 8210 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.

Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 buetergerdsgroup.com (941) 366-5026 Real Estate - Residential The Porch Restaurant 9707 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, FL 34216 ThePorchAMI.com (941) 782-8683 Restaurants

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Member Member Discounts ManateeChamber.com/Coupons

Take advantage of amazing cost-saving opportunities offered by fellow Chamber members. Several Member to Member discounts and special offers are posted on our website and available to all members.

This month we highlight these offers:

Sarabay Dance Club

The Donut Experiment

Wish Boutique

10% off food & beverage

10% off

25-Minute Private Lesson

Salty Printing - LWR 10% discount on your order

Socials | Luncheons | Networking Volunteer Opportunities Community Engagement

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Join us as we honor Outgoing Chairman Phill Baker, welcome Incoming Chairman Rick Bisio, and celebrate the many accomplishments of the past year.

A highlight will be the presentation of the 5th Annual Robert P. Bartz Award for Outstanding Leadership.

Premium Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

Thursday, January 27

Bradenton Area Convention Center

5:00 PM | COCKTAILS & SILENT AUCTION 6:30 PM | DINNER & PROGRAM

Advertise in Our Annual Dinner Program

Promote your product/service to an elite group of community and business leaders To maximize your visibility with business leaders at the Annual Dinner, contact Kim Dalglish at KimD@ManateeChamber.com 941-748-4842, ext. 121

Make Your Reservation Online at ManateeChamber.com/AnnualDinner

Phill Baker

Boyd Insurance & Investment Services Outgoing Chairman

Rick Bisio

The Educated Franchisee Incoming Chairman

THANK YOU TO OUR CHAIRMAN'S CIRCLE INVESTORS PLATINUM INVESTORS ®

SILVER INVESTORS

GOLD INVESTORS

BRONZE INVESTORS

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Member Mem CLICK HERE FOR COUPONS Anna Maria Oyster Bar

Ellenton | Cortez Landside/Halfway Lounge AMOB on the Pier

FREE

Lockwood Commons Dental Care $47 Healthy Clean Mouth $97 X-Rays Exam

Margarita with Entrée Purchase

Your Flooring Warehouse

10% OFF

for Manatee Chamber Members

Five Star Printing

PrimeKoi Health Kompanion Urgent Care % % 10 Discount 10 OFF

on COVID Testing

Will Howard Construction

Clark Financial Partners

5 DISCOUNT

COMPLETE ESTATE DOCS PACKAGE

Lyteworks

Stacey Marie Photography

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10% OFF

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on, lighting, fans, furniture & Home Accessories

Services for Chamber Members & Immediate Family Members

BazarKai

Manatee Gourmet Coffee

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Sport Clips of Bradenton FREE Haircut for new clients

for Chamber Members

for Chamber Members

Total Reporting

Soul to Soul Yoga

Your CBD Store Cortez FL

Chamber Members Receive Tier 1 Pricing

10% OFF

Your CBD Store of Bradenton

Optimus Car Wash

Johnson PhotoImaging

10 OFF %

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Yoga Class

20% OFF

Any Print 16x24 or Larger

5% Discount

20% OFF

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10% off chamber members and an extra 10% off to all veterans, EMTs, teachers, firefighters, nurses, and doctors

Bahama Breeze Heating & Cooling

KAC Enterprises Services

10% OFF Repairs & Services

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Functional Integrated Training Concepts, LLC

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Training Packages

Waste Pro

FREE MONTH

Sutton Contracting

Ram Vision

Acer Construction

10%

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20% DISCOUNT

REMODELING

Darwin Brewing

Louis Pappas Fresh Greek

BOGO

of Recycling

Buy One Get One Half Off

All Gettel Dealerships

Premier Escape Adventures

500 OFF

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Your Best Deal OR 50% Off Oil Change & Tire Rotation

Suncoast Dog Daycare

10% OFF

off a booking of 4 or more for an Escape Room

Escape Pools First Month of Pool Cleaning

for Manatee Chamber Members

FREE

Braden River Dental Care

Elysium Tile Florida 5% Discount

$47 Healthy Clean Mouth $97 X-Rays Exam

For Chamber Members

10% OFF

Fresh Casual Greek Food

Webtivity Marketing & Design

10 OFF %

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Rose Dental $500 Off Invisalign $150 Off Zoom Whitening | New Patient Special $79.00 ($350 Value Package)

Lanai Lifestyles

5% Discount

New service/customer for first year

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Beyond the Mat Yoga & Holistic Healing

Kranenburg Painting

10% OFF

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Your CBD Store of Palmetto

Security 101

Yoga Classes

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Member Mem CLICK HERE FOR COUPONS LECOM TUITION DISCOUNT

Papa John's Pizza

20% OFF Regular Menu Price

Fisherman's Cove Waterfront R.V. Resort Pay for 1 Day, Stay 3 Days / 2 Nights

Crowder Bros.

Ace Hardware

10% OFF

First Business Purchase

Len's Roofing, Inc. FREE Solar Attic Fan with every Re-roof!

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Sun & Suds

3 OFF

$

Any car wash package

Destination Prime Health Knowledge Urgent Care

% 5 10% Discount DISCOUNT

Wake Up & Pray With Keith

10 OFF %

Chamber Members

Star Academy of Dance & Aerial Arts 1 Free Trial Class

on COVID Testing Select Programs

Mellow Mushroom

10% OFF

Constant Contact

20-25% OFF Manatee Chamber Members Save

Shutters 9-1-1

10% DISCOUNT Chamber Members

Minuteman Press of Bradenton

Tideline Sports Performance & Rehabilitation

Dine in or pick up

10% Off

25% OFF

Office Depot #3361

Amuse 5

FirstLight Home Care of Manatee County

Special Deals

First Purchase

10% Off

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College & Beyond Consulting, LLC

10% OFF

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50 OFF

$

Your First Monthly Services of 12+ Hours

Home Pros & Cabinets Direct

LSK Drone Aerial PhotographyLLC

10% OFF

10% DISCOUNT

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Your Honeycomb

10 OFF %

Cairn Clinic

55 Initial Visit

$

Accupuncture Massage for Pain Relief

Bayside Hair

15% OFF

for Chamber Members

CRYOXL

10 OFF

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Coach to Close

20% OFF Publishing Services

10% OFF

AMOB on the Pier

$10 Off first Cryotherapy session / $100 Off Any Cryoskin Package

Published Hourly Rate

Margarita with Entrée Purchase

Prime Health Urgent Care

Myakka Elephant Ranch

Shore Thing Tiki Cruises

10% Discount

25% OFF

on COVID Testing

Elephant Spa Encounter

15% OFF

Chicken Salad Chick

Mama G's Coffee House & German Bakery

Maple Street Biscuit Company

10% DISCOUNT

DutchCrafters

10% OFF

Law Office of Kenneth J. Nota PA

10 OFF %

on any order

for Chamber Members

LG Kramer Flooring

Floridays Woodfire Grill & Tiki Bar

500 OFF

$

Your next flooring

Tax Wizards East

15% OFF Services

FREE

Any Package

10% OFF

for Chamber Members

Bradenton Boot Camp & Fitness

10% OFF

One Free Week of H.I.I.T. Sessions

Traveling Kitchen, LLC/ TK Grill & Barbeque

Jessica Guadagno

15% OFF

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Carousel's Icery

Pineapple Kitchen LLC

James River Writing (JRW)

EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION

20 OFF

10% DISCOUNT

15% DISCOUNT

CrossCountry Mortgage

Terry Mortgage Team

Receive Up to $1,500 Off Closing Costs - Only Valid by mentioning Chamber website

400 closing cost discount to all Chamber members

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Providential Roofing & Construction, Inc. $500.00 OFF

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East County Internal Medicine, PA (ECIM)

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networking events Network with fellow Chamber members and enjoy complimentary lite bites and beverages, as well as all the fun you’ve come to expect from Chamber events.

These events are a great way to connect with the Chamber, share information about your business, and make new connections.

Tuesday, December 7 4:30 - 6:30 PM

Top BBC Referrals in September and October:

Hernando De Soto Historical Society, Inc. 605 17th Ave. W. | Bradenton

Insurance Roofing Contractors

Tuesday, January 18

Welcome New BBC Members:

4:30 - 6:30 PM

Willis Smith Construction

5001 Lakewood Ranch Blvd. | Sarasota

Colmar Inspection Services Florida Palms Lawn Service Hair by Maranatha Information Technology Solutions Group LG Kramer Flooring Turner Business Development

Wednesday, December 15 7:30 - 9:30 AM

Manatee Performing Arts Center

502 3rd Ave. W. | Bradenton Join us for a morning of quality networking, delicious breakfast, gift-giving and heart-warming holiday entertainment.

SPONSORED BY

Chamber Members Only: $10 Admission

Small businesses are the HEART of our community.

Enjoy great networking, fun door prizes, and learn about upcoming Chamber events and programs. Meet friends, new and old, over coffee and a light breakfast.

Bring plenty of business cards!

Friday, January 14 8:00 - 9:30 AM

Manatee River Fair Association

Show your support by shopping with your fellow chamber members.

1402 14th Ave. W. | Palmetto

Registration Requested for Business After Hours and Coffee Club Networking Events:

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These casual networking events allow members to connect with one another - with virtual and in-person options. Each attendee is invited to give a one-minute commercial to promote their business and services. These events are limited to 40 attendees (one per company) unless otherwise noted.

POWER CONNECTION LUNCH POWER CONNECTION 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Cost to Attend: $20 BREAKFAST Wednesday, December 15

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM | Cost to Attend: $20

4219 US Hwy. 301 N. | Ellenton

Hampton Inn + Suites SRQ Airport

Shake Station

Wednesday, January 5 9722 FL-64 | Bradenton

Wednesday, January 19 1114 12th St. W. | Bradenton

Need to brush up on your Chamber member benefits?

Learn more about the Manatee Chamber and meet the staff.

Let us help you take full advantage of your membership.

Thursday, December 9 3:30 to 5:00 PM

975 University Pkwy | Sarasota

Skillets Restaurant

Cottonmouth Southern Soul Kitchen

Thursday, January 13

MEMBER RECEPTION

Registration Required for All Power Connection Events:

ManateeChamber.com/Events Cara Misiewicz 941-748-4842, ext. 122 CaraM@ManateeChamber.com

Manatee Chamber Bradenton Office

222 10th Street West | Bradenton All members are welcome!

Your RSVP is appreciated.

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business after hours It was our pleasure to host the September 14th Manatee Chamber After Hours! Conley Buick GMC Subaru is a 3rd generation family-owned business and is proud to be a part of the fabric of this community. For the Conley family, it’s more than car buying. Our business is built on building relationships, community contribution and impacting lives.

As this letter is being written, the Conley dealerships – Buick GMC & Subaru – are in a fierce battle to sell the most vehicles during the month of October. Why, you ask? Is it to capture the vast profits from car sales we are all hearing about in the media? Of course it’s not; not at Conley. The two teams are in friendly but competitive competition to capture bragging rights.

You see, each October, Conley donates $100 per car sold during the month of October to Moffitt Cancer Center for Breast Cancer Awareness. The money raised, along with proceeds from a charity golf tournament Conley co-hosts each year, have allowed the Conley family to contribute – as of 2021 – over one million dollars. We are so very proud to contribute to a cause that impacts so many families in and around Bradenton.

If you did not have the opportunity to join us for this event and learn a little more about us, stop by Conley Subaru or Conley Buick GMC and see for yourself how WE treat YOU like family.

Come see us at Conley Buick GMC Subaru where our customers receive the Conley Lifetime Limited Powertrain Warranty with their vehicle purchase and 10 years of Roadside Assistance!

CONLEY BUICK GMC SUBARU 800 Cortez Rd. W. | Bradenton, FL 34207 | 941-755-8531 | ConleyBuickGMC.com

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coffee club The Tidewell Foundation is so very grateful for your sharing in the opening of this Tidewell Family Grief Center in Ellenton on September 30th. We enjoyed hosting the Manatee Chamber members and hope everyone enjoyed the tour and overview of the free grief programs offered by Tidewell Hospice. We are excited about being able to serve this community to an even greater extent through our grief support to adults, children, and families. At Tidewell, we are deeply invested in the well-being of this community and this Center provides us yet another opportunity to support people in their most difficult of days.

Thanks to the support of generous donors, all of the grief services we provide to our four-county region are completely free of charge. We’d love to explore how your organization can sponsor or partner with us to care for our community. To learn more, go to TidewellFoundation.org or call us at 941-552-7546.

TIDEWELL FOUNDATION 6059 26th St W. | Bradenton, FL 34207 | 941-552-7546 | TidewellFoundation.org

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business after hours What a great crowd showed up when Turning Points hosted the Chamber Business After Hours! The Board, staff and volunteers who work so hard providing services to people in crisis in our community proudly showed off the facility where miracles happen every day.

Clients of the Day Resource Center benefited from donations of jeans, socks and underwear brought in by generous Chamber members. A mini-tour of Turning Points provided highlights of their amazing rent and utility assistance programs, veteran’s program, and the free medical and dental clinic.

It was obvious to all how easy it can be to make a huge difference in our community through financial support and volunteering at non-profits like Turning Points!

If you would like more information about how you can make a difference for people in need in our community, or if you would like a more comprehensive tour of Turning Points, please call Margi Dawson at 941-747-1509.

You can also invite friends and colleagues to join a tour virtually through an Empower Hour. Go to the events page for more info - TPManatee.org/events. We look forward to hearing from you! Like us on Facebook - TurningPointsFL TURNING POINTS 701 17th Ave. W. | Bradenton, FL 34205 | 941-567-6156 | TPManatee.org

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coffee club A big T-rex sized thank you to everyone who joined us to see Dino Don’s DinoVenture on October 28! It was wonderful to share our newest spaces and experiences with so many Chamber fans. DinoVenture, sponsored by the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau and Mosaic, is designed to draw people to the downtown area with a unique, fun and safe experience. It’s also a great place to party!

In addition to working with educational organizations in our community, The Bishop generates more than $4 million in economic impact annually. We’re proud to be part of the downtown and cultural corridor. Thank you to Mosaic for sponsoring the tasty breakfast.

For information about scheduling a private event with the Dinos or creating another special experience at the Museum, please contact Brandy Harlan at BHarlan@BishopScience.org or 941-746-4131, ext. 141.

BISHOP MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND NATURE 201 10th St. W. | Bradenton, FL 34205 | 941-746-4131 | BishopScience.org

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ribbon cuttings

Ann’s Spa & Nails Grand Opening 14617 State Road 70 East Bradenton, FL 34202 AnnSpaNails.com 941-281-2222

Bensa Chiropractic and Wellness Grand Opening 4618 East State Road 64 Bradenton, FL 34208 BensaChiro.com 941-405-4088

Braden River Dental Care Solutions

David J Reali, CPA

Florida Suncoast Real Estate, Inc.

Mighty Dog Roofing

New Location 2620 Manatee Avenue West, Suite C Bradenton, FL 34205 DavidRealiCPA.com 941-761-6970

New Location 417 12th Street West, Suite 120 Bradenton, FL 34205 BuytheSuncoast.com 941-705-2438

Grand Opening 5320 Lena Road #105 Bradenton, FL 34211 MightyDogRoofing.com/SWFL 941-251-4257

Mr. Electric of Bradenton

Rose Dental at Lakewood Ranch

WestCoast Design Build FL

Grand Opening 5709 Cortez Road West Bradenton, FL 34210 MrElectric.com/Bradenton 941-275-1144

Grand Opening 5561 Broadcast Court Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240 RoseDentalFL.com 941-210-3975

New Location 6222 Tower Lane, Unit A8 Sarasota, FL 34240 WestCoastDesignBuildFL.com 941-260-2610

Grand Opening 14543 State Road 70 East Bradenton, FL 34202 MyDentalCareSolutions.com 941-214-9515

CELEBRATING LOCAL BUSINESSES | TO CELEBRATE A RIBBON CUTTING Please contact Caitlyn Cobb at 941-748-4842, ext. 117 | CaitlynC@ManateeChamber.com

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Member Appreciation Cookout Celebrates The Heart of Our Chamber − Our Members!

Thank you to all our members who joined us for our Member Appreciation Cookout at the Chamber's Lakewood Ranch office. John Rice and his grill team served up delicious hot dogs and brats, donated by the Pittsburgh Pirates, and gave away a brand new Weber Pellet Smoker Grill to one lucky member.

Congratulations to Kristin Olsen with North River Prevention Partners!

We shared a lot of laughs and enjoyed spending our Friday afternoon with so many friends.

This was a wonderful opportunity to show our appreciation for your investment in the Manatee Chamber and for your continued support of our mission.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

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member news Advantage

Business

Partners

welcomes Steve Sullivan as Business Outsourcing Consultant.

Air & Energy welcomes Ryan Brown as Service Manager and Johnna Bakos as Advertising and Marketing Manager.

ArtisTree Landscape Maintenance & Design welcomes Troy Smith and Dem Santiago as account executives.

Blalock Walters, P.A.

welcomes attorneys Taylor Falkner, Jon Tortorici and Samantha Regala to the firm’s land use, local government, litigation, and corporate practice groups.

Bradenton Area EDC

announces the following staff promotions: Max Stewart to vice president of economic development, Lauren Kratsch to senior director of business relations, Elizabeth Cordes to director of investor relations, and Kirsten Lovett to event and social media manager.

Caldwell Trust Company announces

Sonya Kristie, Vice President, Trust Officer, received her Juris Master, a legal degree, at Florida State University’s graduation ceremonies in Tallahassee.

at the American Advertising Federation (AAF) District 4 award ceremony. The Angel Award Competition honors the very best in public service advertising.

Hancock Whitney Bank is pleased to

announce that TJ Kornett has joined the banks' Wealth Management Division as a Private Banker.

Harllee & Bald, P.A. is proud to

announce that shareholder Kimberly Alario Bald has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the premier legal associations in North America.

Keller Williams on the Water

welcomes the following team members: Jake Allen, April Cintron, George Eccivil, Najat Fayad, Julie Harris, Jordan Jones, Lori Marsh, Lisa McAuliffe, James Patti, Veronica Patti, Scott Rowe, Nicole Soler and Will Walsh.

Kerkering Barberio & Co. is pleased to

announce that the firm has been ranked 45th of the Top 100 Accounting Firms to Work For in the nation by Accounting Today.

Neuro

Challenge

Foundation

welcomes Care Advisors Diane Conti and Yazmil Soriano in an effort to better serve people with Parkinson’s Disease, their care partners and families.

Palmetto Community Redevelopment Agency was recently presented with

the Cultural Enhancement award for its project, “The Seahorse”, at the 2021 Florida Redevelopment Association Annual Conference.

Plunkett Raysich Architects, LLP is

happy to announce that Mrs. Duette Hart has joined the firm’s Sarasota office as a Project Specialist.

Step Up Suncoast

is pleased to announce the appointment of Amy Yount Tittle as President and CEO.

The

Center

for

Urgent

Care

announces Dr. J. Albert Avila M.D., COLA Central Laboratory, has met all the criteria for Laboratory Accreditation by COLA Inc., a leading national laboratory accreditor, whose program and standards enable clinical laboratories and staff to meet U.S. CLIA and other regulatory requirements.

Carter Psychology's

Lighthouse Vision Loss Education Tideline Sports Performance & Center announces that its CEO, Lisa Rehabilitation welcomes Dr. Mallory

DutchCrafters

Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Tropicana Products is proud to Court and Comptroller’s Office is announced that Bill Poulton, Senior

Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Matt

We Care Manatee in Bradenton is Manatee County Family YMCA pleased to announce the hiring of Annie

Dr. Michael Spellman releases a new book titled “Lucrative Practices: The Comprehensive Handbook for Healthcare Executives.” has been named to America’s Best Trending Online Shops 2021 by Newsweek and is excited to welcome Leslie Heller as Human Resources Manager.

Bower, has been selected to the Florida Bar’s Twelfth Circuit Grievance Committee for a three-year term.

F45 Training Lakewood Ranch North welcomes Ashley Thomas, Ryun Hook and Connor Sausser to the coaching team.

Florida

Suncoast

Real

Estate

announces Debi Reynolds was recently presented with the Florida Realtors Honor Society award by the Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee.

Grapevine Communications

wins gold and silver Angel Awards, in design and social media categories respectively,

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Howard, has been elected chair of the Florida Agencies Serving the Blind (FASB).

Kallinoski, as lead clinician, specializing in orthopedics and sports medicine.

proud to announce that Senior Auditors Glen Riley and Jennifer Bal were awarded certifications through the Association of Inspectors General (AIG).

Director of Global Procurement, has been re-appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis to the Florida Citrus Commission.

announces a merger with the YMCA of Southwest Florida effective January 1, 2022.

Breitinger as its new executive director.

Manatee

Memorial

Williams Parker announces Mike Wilson, a partner with the firm and

Hospital member of its management committee

announces it is now offering shockwave technology to treat calcified coronary plaque.

Michael Saunders & Company is

pleased to announce Realtor® Pamela Modisett has earned the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation, placing her among 3,500 elite real estate professionals in over 45 countries.

since 2009, has been named firm president. The firm also announces attorneys Christa Folkers, Tommy Gregory and Susan Barrett Hecker have been elected as partners of the firm, and welcomes new associates Jesse Hubers, Adrienne Phillips and Hayleigh Sawyer.

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Power Connection Lunch WED 11:30 AM–1:00 PM | Pacific Counter Catered to LWR Office Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 4:00–5:30 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

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MYPower Lunch TUE 11:45 AM–1:00 PM | Anna Maria Oyster Bar Landside

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Holiday Coffee Club WED 7:30–9:30 AM | Manatee Performing Arts Center

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MYPurpose Volunteer Project THU 5:00–9:00 PM | Boys and Girls Club Christmas Tree Lot

Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM–1:00 PM | Shake Station

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37th Annual Golf Tournament FRI 9:00 AM–5:00 PM | Palm Aire Country Club BBC Advisory Committee Meeting TUE 4:00–5:00 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

MYPower Social THU 5:00–7:00 PM | Central Café Natural Resources Committee Meeting FRI 8:00–9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

Business After Hours 4:30–6:30 PM | Hernando De Soto Historical Society

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Headliners: "State of the County" with Dr. Scott Hopes, WED Manatee County Administrator 11:30 AM–1:30 PM | Bradenton Country Club Leadership Manatee - Strength Finders Session

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Pancakes & Politics THU 7:30–9:30 AM | IMG Academy Golf Club

MYP Planning Retreat 2:00–5:00 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

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Chamber Offices Closed in Observance FRI of Christmas Holiday

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Chamber Offices Closed in Observance MON of Christmas Holiday

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Chamber Offices Closed in Observance FRI of New Year's Eve

Biscuits & Benefits 3:30–5:00 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

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Downtown Redevelopment Committee Meeting FRI 8:00–9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

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BBC Advisory Committee Meeting TUE 4:00–5:00 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

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Power Connection Lunch WED 11:30 AM–1:00 PM | Skillets Healthcare Committee Meeting 4:00–5:00 PM | Zoom

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Chamber Offices Closed In Observance MON of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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Business After Hours TUE 4:30–6:30 PM | Willis Smith Construction

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Chamber Executive Committee Meeting WED 8:00–10:00 AM | Bradenton Conference Room

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Education & Workforce Partnerships THU Committee Meeting 12:00–1:00 PM | Zoom

Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM–1:00 PM | Cottonmouth Southern Soul Kitchen

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Small Business Council Committee Meeting FRI 9:00–10:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room Headliners: The Evolution of Hospital Care WED in Manatee County 11:30 AM–1:00 PM | The Grove, Lakewood Ranch

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Power Connection Breakfast THU 7:30–9:00 AM | Hampton Inn & Suites SRQ Airport Technology Committee Meeting 3:30–4:30 PM | Zoom

MYP Social THU 5:00–7:00 PM | Fiorelli Winery & Vineyards Natural Resources Committee Meeting FRI 8:00–9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

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Chamber Friends Committee Meeting TUE 4:00–5:00 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

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MYPower Lunch WED 11:45 AM–1:00 PM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 4:00–5:30 PM | Lakewood Ranch Office

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Coffee Club FRI 8:00–9:30 AM | Manatee County Fairgrounds Transportation Committee Meeting 8:00–9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

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59th Annual Dinner & 5th Annual Robert P. Bartz Award THU for Outstanding Leadership 5:00–9:00 PM | Bradenton Area Convention Center

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Downtown Redevelopment Committee Meeting FRI 8:00–9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

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