October | November 2022 Current Magazine

ThankYou For ChosingUs!

50+ Ways

we lift spirits

With eleven 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.

2022 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Chairman Rick Bisio, The Educated Franchisee

Immediate Past Chairman Phill Baker

Chairman-Elect

Jeff Podobnik, Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club

Treasurer Eleni Sokos, Oysters Rock Hospitality

Vice Chairman, Membership & Communications

Vice Chairman, Public Policy

Vice Chairman, Workforce & Community Development

President | CEO

2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Mark Barnebey, Blalock Walters, P.A.

Richard Bedford, REAL Consulting, LLC

Mayor Gene Brown, City of Bradenton (Ex Officio)

Mayor Shirley Bryant, City of Palmetto (Ex Officio)

Carlos Buqueras, Manatee County Port Authority (Ex Officio)

Cassandra Burns, Dignity Memorial

Nathan Carr, Willis Smith Construction, Inc.

Nick Choat, Sport Clips Haircuts of Bradenton

Bernitha Copeland, Copeland Full Line Insurance, Inc.

Mark Dunlop, BankUnited, N.A.

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

Tami Goudy, Veritas! Pest Management, LLC

Steve Hall, CEBS, CSFS, CHRP, Alltrust Insurance

Jennifer Healey, Feld Entertainment, Inc.

Sharon Hillstrom, Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation

Dr. Karen Holbrook, University of South Florida

Sarasota-Manatee Campus (Ex Officio)

Dr. Scott Hopes, Manatee County Government (Ex Officio)

Joseph Hwang, Manatee Memorial Hospital

Bruno Kapacinskas, SWFWMD (Ex Officio)

Justin Phillips, Minuteman Press of Bradenton

Stu Henderson, Fawley Bryant Architecture

Janelle Esposito, Esq., Esposito Law Group, P.A.

Jacki Dezelski, IOM, Manatee Chamber of Commerce

Crea Kitcher, Tropicana Products

Karen LaPensee, LaPensee Plumbing, Pools & Air

Rachel Layton, Mike Carter Construction, Inc.

Jonathan Marsh, Home Helpers Home Care of Bradenton

Joshua Matlock, CareerSource Suncoast (Ex Officio)

Stewart Moon, Air & Energy

Jeffrey Nickse, Accurate Benefit Solutions, LLC

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

Bruce Patneaude, Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy

Chris Perkins, SouthState Bank

Fredrick Piccolo, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (Ex Officio)

Timothy Polk, Urban Planning Solutions

Dr. Teresa Rawe, TruePartners

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

Chris Sharek, Jacobs Engineering

Doug Van Dyke, Leadership Simplified

Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge, Manatee County Government (Ex Officio)

Craig Warzecha, Bradenton Marauders - LECOM Park

Dr. Bill Woodson, New College of Florida (Ex Officio)

MANATEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFF

Kristen Brusco, Member Services Coordinator

Kaylee Carpentier, Information Specialist

Amanda Clover, Member Events Manager

Kim Dalglish, IOM, Vice President, Membership

Rachel DesRosier, Member Programs Coordinator

Jacki Dezelski, IOM, President | CEO

Tim Estep, Member Engagement Manager

Tim Fenimore, Membership Development Representative

Jocelyn Vedder Greene, Creative Services Manager

Ellen Kelley, Information Specialist

Carey Miller, Vice President,

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from the president

Here for Your Business

As this issue of the Current magazine was ready to go to print, Hurricane Ian had its sights set on the gulf coast of Florida. We were unsure of how our area would be impacted as there was still uncertainty in the final path of the storm even 24 hours before landfall. What was certain was that your Chamber - partnered with so many others in the community - would be here to help residents and local businesses recover. The response and leadership from state and local governments and agencies has been incredible, as has the commitment and selfless service of first responders, utilities, law enforcement, healthcare, school districts, non-profits, and so many others. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!

People and businesses in our community have varying levels of damage to deal with in the coming weeks and months, and there is measurable loss of business. Areas in the eastern portion of our county have experienced historic flooding, including many in agriculture/farming. Hurricane Ian was a storm unlike most of us have ever experienced, but most of our area was spared the widespread, completely destructive effects that our neighbors to the south, in particular, are now facing. The outpouring of support that people, businesses, agencies, and non-profits are offering to the most devastated areas of our region is overwhelmingly gratifying and inspiring.

We had time to pull just a few pages of this issue of the Current to update post-Ian. We will be sharing lots of recovery information via email, our website, and social media. As needs arise, please use the Chamber to make connections and gather information on recovery resources. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has lent a hand to help your neighbor, contributed manpower, funds, or items to support recovery efforts.

We are here for you because of you. Thank you for the investment you make in the Manatee Chamber to enable us to harness the power, knowledge, resources, and influence of more than 2,100 local businesses - in good times and in the worst of times. We are proud to be your partner.

IMPORTANT ONLINE AND

RESOURCES:

FOR NOMINATIONS

The Chamber is

accepting nominations for the 6th Annual Robert P. Bartz Award for Outstanding Leadership. The award is designed to recognize leaders who have shown a long-term commitment and track record of betterment of our community through positive, selfless leadership. Nominees should have demonstrated community-minded leadership qualities above and beyond what is asked of his/her vocation and exhibit a vision

Bartz

positively impacts

public policy

Now that the Primary Election is behind us, voters are preparing to cast their picks in the November 8 General Election. To help share insights on what to expect at the state level, the Manatee Chamber will host Dr. Susan MacManus, retired USF Professor and Florida’s most quoted political analyst.

Dr. MacManus has a knack for seeing political issues from both sides of the debate. She has a reputation of being fair, which has landed her countless hours of newsworthy political analysis, appearing

on every major broadcast, cable television, radio network, and newspaper in Florida, as well as on outlets in the U.S. and abroad.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the upcoming General Election from the leading expert on politics in Florida.

NEW DATE

October

November 8: General Election

Voter Registration

October

Voting: Monday, October

Sunday, November

AM

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School

This Month

REACH Manatee will be hosting several in-person and virtual FAFSA workshops for recent high school graduates and current seniors over the next few months. FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid used to determine student federal aid eligibility and is used by schools

school-based aid. Filling out this form is a crucial step that students and families of all financial backgrounds can take toward

attainment a reality.

towards increasing the amount of Manatee County residents with a post-secondary

REACH Manatee is our community’s

with employees, fellow business owners, friends, and family. It could change

Business & Education Partnership Awards

NEW EVENT DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED

Honoring Partners Who Make a Difference

dedication

to the students of Manatee County. We received 115 nominations honoring more than 50 local businesses and organizations that partnered with our schools this past year. Congratulations to all nominees and the following finalists:

Rookie of the Year Dunkin’ (Ellenton Store)

Ooh La Laa Nails Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant (Palmetto)

Civic Partner of the Year Books for Kids | Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch Forty Carrots Family Center Myakka City Community Center

Faith-Based Partner of the Year Day 4 Hope Lakewood Ranch Baptist Church Trinity United Methodist Church

Good Things Come in Small Packages

The Cheesecake Cutie & Cafe Kona Ice of Manatee County Morrish Stewart Orthodontics Myakka Communications

Good Things Come in Big Packages, Too The Chiles Group

Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County Hampton Inn & Suites | Buffalo Lodging Associates

The Mosaic Company

It’s a Two-Way Street Books A Million / School District of Manatee County Gettel Automotive Group / School District of Manatee County Tri County Air / Manatee Technical College Yamaha Marine University / Manatee Technical College

Special One-Time Project

Ancient Ways Martial Arts Academy Anna Maria Oyster Bar Champs Sports Foundation Manatee County Public Library System

Partners Together

Culver’s Restaurant (Bradenton)

Forty Carrots Family Center and Soar in 4 The Pittsburgh Pirates & Bradenton Marauders and Manatee Education Foundation

Business Coordinator of the Year

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Discovery Point Twelve Oaks Child Development Center Wolves Head Pizza & Wings

Congratulations to these additional nominees:

Bayside Community Church | North Campus

Carousel's

Christy Peterson- Realtor EXIT King Realty Evolve Business Solutions

Firehouse Subs (Bradenton)

Flood Pros USA

Golden Corral (Bradenton Restaurant)

Kirkwood Church

Longoria Party Rentals Manasota Elite Educators Insurance Manatee Apparel

MCR Health Progressive Cabinetry

Publix Super Markets Inc. (Corporate Office)

Riverlife Church

Schindel Orthodontics

Sirius Day Spa

Tampa Bay Rays

The Waterfront Restaurant

SUPPORTING SPONSORS:

Volunteers Needed for Big Bank Theory

Help High School Seniors Strengthen Their Financial Literacy Skills through a Fun, Hands-On Activity

The Big Bank Theory teaches teens the importance of budgeting, saving money, and prioritizing spending decisions. During the program, students are engaged in a hands-on, real-life financial simulation that introduces them to the realities of being financially sensible. They gain valuable experience paying bills and making daily decisions that are essential to being a responsible adult. Making wise financial decisions and learning the importance of budgeting is one of the many reasons the Manatee Chamber partners with the School District to offer the Big Bank Theory.

WE NEED YOU!

More than 200 business volunteers are needed to reach all seniors at eight Manatee County high schools. You do not need a financial background/experience to be a great volunteer! We make it is easy and multiple dates and times are available. Volunteers will be given all program materials prior to volunteering.

Big Bank Dates | Fall 2022

Braden River High School: October 10 & 11

Manatee High School: October 17 & 18

Lakewood Ranch High School: October 20 & 21

Palmetto High School: October 27 & 28

State College of Florida Collegiate School: November 4

Parrish Community High School: November 9 & 10

Bayshore High School: November 14 & 15

Southeast High School: November 16 & 17

Volunteers are needed for three-hour blocks, morning and afternoon shifts available. For more information, contact Jenny at JennyS@ManateeChamber.com or 941-748-4842, ext. 235.

PRESENTING SPONSOR:

SUPPORTING SPONSORS:

STATION SPONSORS:

LUNCH SPONSORS:

Chicken Salad Chick; David J. Reali, CPA; The Dream Law Firm; Financial Chef; First Horizon Bank; Xtavia Bailey, Michael Saunders & Company; R. Cooper Engineering; Shake Station; Take Stock in Children

Congratulations 2022 Small Business of

The 42nd Annual Small Business of the Year Awards, held on August 18, celebrated many small businesses and non-profit organizations that strengthen our community and make our region a special place to live, work, play, and own a business.

“Local businesses and non-profits are an integral part of the fabric of our community. This year’s Small Business of the Year honorees are doing incredible work to support and expand our local economy, and ALL are to be commended,” said Rick Bisio, The Educated Franchisee and Chairman of the Board of the Manatee Chamber. “Each exemplifies the diversity, spirit, and communitymindedness that make Manatee County special.”

The Manatee Chamber is pleased to celebrate this year's award winners!

Grivas Law Group

Dr. Paul Grivas, Owner

SMALL BUSINESS ~ CATEGORY I

Grivas Law Group has a corporate mission to ensure that every customer receives the highest quality of personal attention and professional service. Serving the public and providing complimentary services to those who need them is a big part of Dr. Grivas’s business model.

Whether his clients need personal or business assistance, Dr. Grivas says, “Customer interests come first, no matter what.” He has spent more than a decade protecting the estate and property rights of his clients, and is experienced in a number of fields, including estate planning, probate, real estate, and intellectual property, environmental, health, family, corporate and contract law.

Honesty, fairness, building goodwill, and delivering value stand out among words that others used to describe this winner. One of our awards judges said, “This winner is a delight. Character and competence come out when speaking with him. Dr. Grivas builds trust with clients and with our community.”

Excellence Performance

Tammy and Tony Daum, Owners SMALL BUSINESS ~ CATEGORY 3

Pineapple Kitchen

Jenny and Mike Schenk, Owners

SMALL BUSINESS ~ CATEGORY 2

This winner’s priorities are rooted in top-level customer service – with a focus on compassion, courtesy, and hospitality to create a unique experience for all of their customers. Their philosophy is simple: work hard, have fun, learn from your mistakes, and celebrate successes.

Having launched their business in 2019 as a manufacturer, within the first year Pineapple Kitchen expanded to include a retail model. Not long after that, they added educational programs so that they could teach others the joy of their craft.

Now known for its Tasting Room, Gourmet Market, Kitchen Kids Classes, and Culinary Theater events – Pineapple Kitchen's growth, and success, is the result of the desire to show hospitality to family and friends, especially when it comes to food!

Jenny and Mike Schenk believe that giving back to our community is also an integral part of who they are, and they do so by supporting local charities, school fundraisers, hospitals, and first responders through their volunteerism and philanthropy.

Excellence Performance is focused on the impact they make for their clients, delivering results for their customers and creating value for our community. One of the things that stood out to the judges in this category was how much this business values their employees. What the pandemic has shown Tammy and Tony Daum is that in a world where everyone is busy, burnout is real. Caring for our team means changing the industry norm to create a culture that focuses on true work-life balance.

These owners lead by example. They enforce hourly caps for all employees and guide their team members on how to create and maintain boundaries in and out of the office when interfacing with clients. In the words of owner Tony Daum, “We have a team of rock stars where each team member is brilliant in their lane and invaluable in their role.”

Whether you attend their seminars, sign up for one-on-one coaching, or enlist them to create customized trainings for your staff, you will experience first-hand the commitment they have to impacting everyone they touch. Their mission is to empower people to be strategic team members and leaders that change the world for greatness.

the Year Award Winners

Adept Audiology

Dr. Lyndsey Bride, Owner

SMALL BUSINESS ~ CATEGORY 4

When Dr. Lyndsey Bride launched her business more than a decade ago, her commitment was to create a culture of honesty in who she is, having empathy in knowing that everyone has a story, and treating everyone with respect. That same commitment drives her business model today.

As the business grows, Dr. Bride is continually enhancing services and finding more affordable options for clients. From negotiating bulk purchasing fee structures with top manufacturers, to establishing a new financial policy that addresses insurance billing, to setting new pricing for extended care plans, innovative adaptations have saved clients significant time and money while allowing her team to continue to provide the highest quality of care.

In the past year, Adept Audiology developed an annual “Healing the Children” campaign to collect and donate hearing aids to children in Guatemala. They completed a Gift of Hearing campaign where patients nominated someone in need to receive hearing devices and follow-up care. They also provide free hearing clinics at several local communities each month offering hearing screenings, hearing aid repairs, and other much-needed services.

Lost Pet Services

Patty Giarrusso, President & Founder

NON-PROFIT ~ CATEGORY 1

Lost Pet Services fills a unique community need. As a trusted safety-net organization, their mission is keeping pets healthy and safe through veterinary medical funding for pets in crisis, reuniting lost pets with their families, innovative programs, and community engagement to reduce shelter intakes.

Lost Pet Services has served more than 24,000 clients since its inception. In her awards interview, Patty shared that their valuescompassion, collaboration, integrity, accountability, respect, education, innovation, teamwork, and service to others - are at the core of all that they do.

This organization is the largest of its kind on the gulf coast of Florida and is 100% volunteer driven. Over the past nine years, more than $125,000 in financial support for client care has been provided.

Their community outreach is expansive and their collaboration with others - non-profits, first responders, and medical partners – is impressive.

Grapevine Communications

Allison Imre, Owner

SMALL BUSINESS ~ CATEGORY 5

Grapevine Communications is a business well-known for serving a long list of clients and having a commitment to delivering the highest quality of work to every client.

Having purchased Grapevine Communications just five years ago, owner Allison Imre believes that you must foster the talents of your team, empowering them to think freely to develop concepts that dazzle and drive results for clients. She considers her team their greatest resource and says they are stronger together.

Staying on top of trends, recognizing avenues for client acquisition, applying the right strategies, and executing methods that deliver results are what make Grapevine Communications so successful. Her team collaborates closely to complement their strengths and inspire new ideas which enables them to do impactful work.

Grapevine also places a priority on service to our community and regularly contributes time, talent, and treasure to area non-profit organizations.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County Dawn Stanhope, President NON-PROFIT ~ CATEGORY 2

Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County is a voluntary holistic after school and summer program for young people ages 5 – 18. Their services are strategically designed to help create confident, educated, and informed leaders out of every member they serve by ensuring every child has mentors and champions in their life. From kindergarten through high school, Boys & Girls Clubs provide all members with the academic, fitness, and enrichment support needed for lifelong success, no matter their zip code or background.

Their Clubs are designed to inspire and enable young people to become responsible, productive, caring citizens; to ensure they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, and to have access to the resources they need to succeed.

Providing a safe place for children in Manatee County to learn and grow, to experience life-enhancing and character-building programs, and to have hope and opportunity is what they doand they do it very, very well.

SMALL BUSINESS FINALISTS

A.L.L. About Kids Pediatric Dentistry

Bayside Pet Resort & Spa

Clark Financial Partners

Custom ComTek

Dakin Dairy Farms

Halfacre Construction Company

L.E.T.S. Landes Emergency Training Services

Monroe Plumbing, Inc.

Mr. Handyman Serving Sarasota & Bradenton

Noble Webworks, Inc.

Ohana Embroidery

Peace of Mind Home Inspections

Premier Family Chiropractic

Rise to Shine Cleaning

Sirius Day Spa

Smiley Pool Services, LLC

Sylwia Ok Photography

Tandem Construction

Xcelleration Detailing

NON-PROFIT FINALISTS

Children's Guardian Fund

Healthy Teens Coalition of Manatee County, Inc.

Meals On Wheels PLUS of Manatee

Selah Freedom

Service Club of Manatee County

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

The Mark Wandall Foundation

United Way Suncoast

SPONSOR

SPONSOR

Bradenton

Florida

CATEGORY AWARD SPONSORS

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MYP Upcoming Events

Professional Development Seminar: The Science of Mindfulness

Wednesday, October 12

7:45 – 9:00 AM | LECOM Park 1611 9th St. W., Bradenton 34205

Join us for this special event with Bernie Holliday, Director of Mental Performance & Learning for the Pittsburgh Pirates. His techniques aren't just for baseball players! Bernie will share how young professionals can improve their stress and focus through mindfulness.

$15 for MYP Members

$30 for future MYP Members

Lunch: Secrets of My Success

Tuesday, October 25

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Manatee Chamber | Lakewood Ranch Office 4215 Concept Ct., Bradenton 34211

Meet three local small business owners - Air & Energy, Clark Financial Partners, and Sport Clips Haircuts - making a name for themselves. Hear stories of headaches, hang-ups and setbacks, and how determination and willpower have helped them succeed. Network with fellow young professionals while enjoying lunch catered by Chick-fil-A.

$15 for MYP Members

$30 for future MYP Members

Coffee with the Chair

Special Guest: Chief Melanie Bevan, City of Bradenton Police Department

Tuesday, November 1

7:45 – 9:00 AM | Manatee Chamber | Bradenton Office 222 10th St. W., Bradenton 34205

Enjoy networking and sipping coffee with friends while having the opportunity to hear from and talk with Bradenton Police Chief Melanie Bevan. Learn about her background, leadership, and crime statistics in our area.

Free – MYP Members Only

Networking Social

Thursday, November 17

5:00 – 7:00 PM | Jaxx Sports Bar and Grill 1035 Hasko Rd., Palmetto 34221

Join our networking social at Jaxx Sports Bar and Grill to connect with other young professionals in a casual after-hours setting. Arrive any time during the event and MYP Leadership Committee members can introduce you to others and share information on how to become more involved with MYP and the community. Appetizers, drink specials, door prizes, and new connections are all included.

Free for MYP Members

$20 for future members

THANK YOU FRIENDS OF MYP SPONSORSTHANK YOU MYP WORKFORCE PARTNERS

July & August MYP Highlights

Manatee Young Professionals enjoyed many wonderful events around the county together throughout the Summer! Join any of our upcoming events and connect with MYP!

Representative Will Robinson joined Coffee with the Chair to share legislative tips and discuss top priorities in our area.

Members joined Keep Manatee Beautiful volunteers for a cleanup in Terra Ceia, gathering a collective total of 820 lbs. of debris!

Elliott Falcione, Executive Director of the Bradenton Area CVB at the Powel Crosley Estate sharing great tips for young professionals.

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Automotive Equipment Supply

A&M BioGlobal ambioglobal.com (949) 891-5053

Environmental Services and Products

AEGIS Elder Advisors 8955 US Hwy 301 N. Parrish, FL 34219 AEGISElderAdvisors.com (727) 388-6621

Retirement and Trust Planning, Wealth Management

Aero Group Engineering Firm, LLC aerogroupengineeringfirm.com (727) 417-7170

Engineering and Design Services

AGA CPA's & Advisors LLC 6400 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34209 aga.cpa (407) 878-1040

Accounting, Bookkeeping and Tax Services

All Labs Today 5291 Office Park Blvd. Bradenton, FL 34203 AllLabsToday.com (407) 580-6673

Diagnostic Centers

All My Sons Moving and Storage 7155 16th St. E. Sarasota, FL 34243 allmysons.com (941) 541-4595

Packing and Moving Supplies

Anchor Down Property Management 4308 75th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34209 anchordownmanagement.com (941) 301-8629

Property Management and Facilities Management

ApricusRX Pharmacy apricusrx.com (941) 201-4379

Health and Wellness

AR Freedom Jets LLC 8401 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34221 ski-the-beach.com (941) 681-1267

Sports and Recreation

(813) 870-6805

Mail and Direct Mail Services

Big Sur Technologies, Inc. 4631 Woodland Corp. Blvd., #110 Tampa, FL 33614 bigsurtech.com (813) 269-9145

Information Technology

BRG Suncoast 117 7th Street N. Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 brg-suncoast.com (941) 202-1723

Real Estate - Residential

Brookdale Bradenton Gardens 5612 26th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34207 brookdale.com (941) 756-5571

Assisted Living Care

Brown & Brown 7984 Cooper Creek Blvd. University Park, FL 34201 bbinsurance.com (941) 893-2220

Insurance Caribbean Cleaning SRQ 2130 Whitfield Park Dr. Sarasota, FL 34243 caribbeancleaningsrq.com (941) 447-0303

Cleaning - Commercial or Residential

Choral Artists of Sarasota PO Box 52987 Sarasota, FL 34232 ChoralArtistsSarasota.org (941) 387-6046

Performing Arts

Christian Brothers Automotive 11930 SR 64 E. Bradenton, FL 34212 cbac.com (941) 200-4488

Automotive Maintenance, Repair and Parts

Ciotti Laser Chiropractic 205 Montgomery Ave Sarasota, FL 34243 ciottichiro.com (941) 259-4544

Chiropractors

Coastal Kapital LLC 6012 Clark Center Ave. Sarasota, FL 34238 coastalkapital.com (866) 670-7483

Business Financing, Loans and Capital

Communications for Research cfrinc.net (573) 259-0320

Business Services

Concierge Health and Aesthetics 9015 Town Center Pkwy., Ste. 112 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 chanda.live (941) 907-0940

Physicians

Dalton Wade Inc daltonwade.com (502) 905-8528

Real Estate - Residential

Danny's Pizzeria 7220 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34209 DannysPizzaFlorida.com (941) 795-1111

Restaurants

Del Taco 5610 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34209 Restaurants

Designs by Hope Yoder, Inc. 6341 Porter Rd. #12 Sarasota, FL 34240 hopeyoder.com (941) 877-1194

Gifts and Gift Shops

Fanwerks & Lighting Inc. 4220 53rd Ave. E. Bradenton, FL 34203 (941) 699-3267

Furniture and Furnishings

Finley Williams Law, P.A. 111 Second Ave. N. E. St. Petersburg, FL 33701 finleywilliamslaw.com (727) 280-6837

Attorneys

Five-O Donut Co 5942 34th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34210 fiveodonutco.com (941) 751-5077

Bakeries

Five-O Donuts Co - UTC 81 N. Cattlemen Rd. Sarasota, FL 34243 fiveodonutco.com/ (941) 358-7661 Bakeries

Flathat flathat.io (540) 421-9009

Schools and Education

Flo2Glo Wellness flo2glo.com (330) 524-4559 Health and Wellness

GoldenTrust Insurance 4452 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton, FL 34210 bradenton.goldentrust.com (941) 277-5020

Insurance

Gray Photography

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Photography - Photographers

Grayhawk Remodeling 6008 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton, FL 34210 grayhawkremodeling.com (941) 527-7222

Remodeling, Home Repair and Improvements

Gulfcoast Exterior Solutions, LLC 6771 Professional Parkway Sarasota, FL 34240 gespavers.com (941) 725-4344 Construction and Building Materials

Gypsy Moon Dream Massage Therapy

615 15th St. W., 2nd Floor Bradenton, FL 34205 (941) 226-9651

Massage Therapists

Hanlon Law

1111 3rd Ave. W., Ste. 310 Bradenton, FL 34205 criminalattorneybradenton.net (941) 253-0254

Attorneys

Home Inspections by Buddy Thompson (94) 704-0072 Inspection - Building, Home, Structural, Wind Mitigation

I Caregive LLC wpicaregive.com (941) 260-7746

Home Health Care and Companion Services

Jaxx Sports Bar and Grill 1035 Hasko Rd. Palmetto, FL 34221 JaxxSportsBarAndGrill.com (941) 479-7816

Restaurants

JML Mortgage, LLC

1990 Main St., Ste. 750 Sarasota, FL 34236 jmlmortgage.com (941) 780-7071

Mortgages and Brokers

Keilly's Automotive

6104 43rd Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34209 keillysautomotive.mechanicnet.com (941) 794-8581

Automotive Maintenance, Repair and Parts

Keller Williams Realty SelectLesly Rodriguez PLLC

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Real Estate - Residential

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Real Estate - Residential

Keller's Pest Control 1510 53rd Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34207 kellerspestcontrol.com (941) 727-2847

Pest Control Services

Keyzer Family Dentistry 2505 Manatee Ave W Bradenton, FL 34205 keyzerfamilydentistry.com (941) 242-8960

Dentists

Lamotte Estates LLC 100 S. Ashley Drive Suite Tampa, FL 33602 lamotteestates.com (855) 526-6883

Pressure Cleaning

Lash Boutique 11031 Gatewood Drive Bradenton, FL 34211 www.lashboutiquefl.com (941) 387-5892

Salon and Spa Services

Lava Nutrition

7457 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34209 instagram.com/lavanutrition (941) 323-1109

Nutrition

Lexington Financial 5550 26th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34207 lexingtonfin.com (941) 914-9990

Financial Planning and Services

Liberty Title of the South 4900 Manatee Ave W. Bradenton, FL 34209 libertytitleusa.com (941) 779-5762

Title Companies

Luma Sleep 4914 Lena Rd., Unit 103 Bradenton, FL 34211 LumaSleep.com (800) 982-9846

Mattresses and Bedding

Magik Memories Event Decor, LLC (941) 565-5071

Party, Tent, and Event Rentals

Michael Saunders & Company Commercial - Darrin Desmarais (941) 899-3471

Real Estate - Commercial

Mike Coluzzi - Certified Residential Solar Consultant and Team Builder (856) 824-1325

Solar Contractors

Mission BBQ 4501 14th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34207 Mission-BBQ.com (941) 209-4887

Restaurants

Movement Mortgage 5460 Lena Road Bradenton, FL 34211 nicolerobles.com (919) 904-5998

Mortgages and Brokers

Mr. Credit Repair, Biz MrCreditRepair.biz (800) 878-1837

Credit Repair and Consulting

My Florida Home @LPT Realty 2myfloridahome.com (941) 932-2707

Mortgages and Brokers

N Zone Sports Manatee nzonesports.com/manatee (813) 409-9751 Sports and Recreation

NAHREP (941) 729-2517

Non-Profit Organizations

Nexa Mortgage LLC / Gregory Wilder SunCoastHomeMortgage.com (941) 209-5774

Mortgages and Brokers

Ohana Embroidery LLC 4301 32nd St. W. C-12 Bradenton, FL 34205 ohanaembroidery.com (941) 957-8242

Screenprinting and Embroidered Apparel and Gifts

Our Kids West 2425 38th Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 ourkidswest.com (941) 752-1715

Pre-School

Paradise Grills 309 N. Cattlemen Rd. Sarasota, FL 34235 paradisegrills.com (941) 271-3048

Outdoor and Patio Furniture

Parrish Veterinary Clinic 12210 71st St. E. Parrish, FL 34219 ParrishVetClinic.com (941) 216-2335

Veterinary and Animal Services

Patriot Watersport LLC 8400 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34209 patriotwatersportjetskirental.com (813) 373-8888

Activities and Amusements

Paula Hancock (941) 932-0297

Individual Members

Paver Mac 885 US Highway 41 Bypass South Venice, FL 34285 pavermac.com (941) 497-4012

Brick Pavers

Preferred Shore Real EstateBrittany Barrios (504) 415-0942

Real Estate - Residential

Pro Immigration Lawyers, LLC 3637 Cortez Rd. W., Suite 104 Bradenton, FL 34210 proimmigrationlaw.com (941) 782-8903

Attorneys

Professional Yacht Sales International Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 professionalyachtsales.com (843) 855-2302

Yacht Sales and Service

Ranch Dental Care 11007 Arcade Pl. Bradenton, FL 34211 theranchdentalcare.com (941) 213-0800

Dentists

Rema Health Services Inc. 8955 US 301 N. Parrish, FL 34219 remahealthservices.org (800) 510-8090

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Sea Rocket Gulf Coast Parasail 402 Church Ave. Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 searocket.com (833) 524-2359 Activities and Amusements

Seabreeze Nutrition 7604 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton, FL 34210 (941) 285-0357 Coffee Shops

SGD Communications Inc 5854 Argerian Dr., #101 Wesley Chapel, FL 33544 sgdcommunications.com (813) 415-7245

Telecommunications

Sun Pharmacy of Bradenton 415 53rd Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34207 SunBradenton.com (941) 444-9656 Pharmacies

Sweet Aromas Coffee Shop sweetaromascoffeeshop.com (941) 777-0886

Food Trucks and Carts

Sweet Peas Gymnastics LWR 10520 Portal Crossing Bradenton, FL 34211 sweetpeasgymlwr.com (941) 242-2252

Gymnastics, Cheer and Dance

The Made Clean Company, LLC 1201 6th Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 themadecleancompany.com (941) 529-6525

Cleaning - Commercial or Residential

The Wandering Whale thewanderingwhale.com (941) 650-9950

Bartending Services

Valley National Bank 1680 Fruitville Rd. Sarasota, FL 34236 valley.com (941) 256-8510

Banks and Banking

Vet Next Door 12250 US Hwy. 301 N. Parrish, FL 34219 myvetnextdoor.com (941) 999-1195

Veterinary and Animal Services

White Sand Associates (717) 825-1739

Business Consultants and Coaches

Winsupply of Bradenton 4822 Lena Rd. Brandenton, FL 34211 winsupplyofbradenton.com (941) 877-3714

Wholesalers

Your Time Medical Advocates & Mobile Phlebotomy (941) 500-3288

Blood and Plasma Centers

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, October 11

4:30 - 6:30 PM

Firkins Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Mitsubishi

2700 1st St. | Bradenton 34208

Tuesday, November 8

4:30 - 6:30 PM

Humane Society of Manatee County

2515 14th St. W. | Bradenton 34205

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!

Thursday, October 27

8:00 - 9:30 AM

Boyd Insurance & Investment Services

717 Manatee Ave. W. Ste. 300 | Bradenton 34205

Thursday, November 17

8:00 - 9:30 AM

Bayside Community Church 15800 SR 64 E. | Bradenton 34212

Registration Requested for Business After Hours and Coffee Club Networking Events

FREE for Chamber Members | $25 Future Member ManateeChamber.com/Events | Amanda Clover 941-748-4842, ext. 122 | AmandaC@ManateeChamber.com

MEMBER RECEPTION & ORIENTATION

New to the Chamber or need to brush up on your member benefits? Learn more about the Manatee Chamber, meet the staff, and let us help you take full advantage of your membership.

Tuesday, November 1 | 3:00 - 4:30 PM

Manatee Chamber | Bradenton Office

222 10th St. W. | Bradenton 34205

RSVP's are Required

ManateeChamber.com/Events

Kristen Brusco | 941-748-4842, ext. 130

KristenB@ManateeChamber.com

SPONSORED BY:

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

POWER CONNECTION BREAKFAST

7:30 – 9:00 AM

Tuesday, October 18

Hyatt Place Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch 6021 Exchange Way | Bradenton 34202

Registration Required for All Power Connection Events

Cost to Attend: $20 | ManateeChamber.com/Events Amanda Clover 941-748-4842, ext. 122 AmandaC@ManateeChamber.com

POWER CONNECTION EVENTS SPONSORED BY

Small businesses are the heart of our community. Show your support by shopping with your fellow chamber members.

Shop Local | Shop Small

POWER CONNECTION LUNCH

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Wednesday, October 5

Central Café

906 Manatee Ave. E. | Bradenton 34208

Wednesday, October 19

Slicker’s Eatery

12012 Cortez Rd. W. | Cortez 34210

Wednesday, November 2

Catered By Chicken Salad Chick

Manatee Chamber | Lakewood Ranch Office 4215 Concept Ct. | Lakewood Ranch 34211

Wednesday, November 16

Mattison's Riverwalk Grille, Downtown Bradenton 101 Riverfront Blvd. Ste. 120 | Bradenton 34205

coffee club

The Inspiration Academy faculty and staff were delighted to have the opportunity to host the July Coffee Club for the Manatee Chamber. Inspiration Academy is a 6th – 12th Grade transformational school who is focused on the development of a student’s mind, body, and spirit. It was great to see so many Chamber members step onto our campus for the first time and learn more about who we are.

This is what we like to tell prospective students" Let yourself imagine a community that cares about your success in life, and not just school, a place where you are more than a test score or statistic. What if you found a school where your teachers, peers, and mentors were committed to your success?

Inspiration Academy is more than just a school. It is a community that really cares about you and wants to do life, school, and everything in between with you. At IA, success is built from the inside-out through an innovative mentorship and character development program. Small class sizes and flexible learning options ensure academic excellence. Parents, staff, and students come together to create a warm and supportive community. Welcome to your future!

On behalf of the Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, thank you for joining us for August's Coffee Club and providing us with the opportunity to showcase Camp Honi Hanta’s beautiful 120+ acres.

It was inspiring to see the wonderful turnout for this event thanks to the hard work of those at the Manatee Chamber. Thank you for all that you do to support our community and bring us together.

We look forward to exploring our future partnerships and connections as we continue our efforts to provide opportunities for the youth in our community and tomorrow’s workforce.

Girl Scouts' focus is creating a community of sisterhood nationwide that paves the pathway to prepare girls for a lifetime of leadership. At Girl Scouts, girls are encouraged to discover who they truly are in a safe, all-girl environment designed specifically to help them grow and cultivate necessary skills to take the lead in their own lives, their community, and the world. Girl Scouts aims to provide girls with a strong foundation to react to adversity with great strength and resilience while striving to make the world a better place.

GIRL

business after hours

Thank you all for allowing us to host August’s After Hours networking event. It was our pleasure having you visit our establishment and showing you who we are and what we do. We believe in providing a wonderful customer experience - one filled with transparency, respect, and empathy. We are over 70 men and women coming from all walks of life for one mission, to be the best Used Car Dealer in Manatee County.

We hope you had a wonderful time getting to know us, sharing some vibes and good food. We enjoyed meeting all of you and appreciate being a part of your community.

We opened our doors on March 17, 2021, with 12 very inexperienced salespeople and two managers. April 2021 was our first full month. We sold 380 vehicles becoming the #1 Volume Used Car Dealer.

We call ourselves the “The Nation’s Used Car Destination.” We have sold thousands upon thousands of vehicles since the Fishers founded the company in 1994. The story is they used their wedding money to buy two vehicles. History was made. Since then, we have sold vehicles to people in every state in the union as well as several countries. Through all our success, what we hold close to our heart are our 100k+ 5 Star Reviews. We take pride in how our customers feel about us and it shows by the repeat customers we have.

We would love to show you individually how we do business. Please stop by and be greeted by one of our friendly staff members. We are open 7 days a week, 9am-9pm Monday through Saturday and 10am-8pm on Sunday. For your peace of mind, we offer a 5 Day/500 Mile Exchange policy. For any reason whatsoever, you can exchange the vehicle you purchased within 5 Days and 500 Miles.

It was a privilege and honor to host September’s After Hours event at our training facility. A big shout out to Connie Farmer with Inspire Me Boutique for helping serve, Apple Spice for amazing food, and Ashley Grover with Grover’s Axe for providing entertainment with axe throwing! It was great to see people participating in the interactive stations performing CPR, using an AED, and the ever-popular trainer we use for relief of choking. That was a big hit! We chose the month of September to honor all those lives lost on 9/11 and to all those who were there to help in all ways. One of those was our Dad. To those who were able to visit him while he shared his stories in our 9/11 room, thank you!

If you are interested in holding a class for staff, family, or community, we do travel to your location without any additional travel fees. If you would like more information on classes available, please give us a call at 941-727-3664 or email at: Info@letscpr.com. You can also visit our website: www.letsavelives.com.

We hope you enjoyed your time, made lots of connections, and won a door prize! Thank you to the best Chamber there is and to Amanda Clover with the Chamber who helped make this event a success.

Thank you, Rick and Ruth Landes

LANDES EMERGENCY TRAINING SERVICES 7654 15th St. E. | Sarasota, FL 34243 941-727-3664 | letsavelives.com

member news

Bank of America Sarasota/Manatee

is pleased to announce that Erik Vatter has been named President and Stephenie Whitfield succeeds him as Market Integration Executive. Blalock Walters, P.A. is pleased to welcome attorney Jenna Kyle Meltzer to its estate planning practice group. Additionally, five attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America® 2023 Clifford L. Walters, III; Charles F. Johnson; Matthew J. Lapointe; Fred E. Moore; and Jenifer S. Schembri and two attorneys Mark P. Barnebey and Will C. Barnebey received the Best Lawyers in America® 2023 “Lawyer of the Year” award.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County was selected as Small Business of the Year in the Non-Profit, Category II, by the Manatee Chamber of Commerce. Bradenton Area CVB would like to welcome Kolby Gayson, to the team as Marketing and Communications Director and announce Kelly Clark has transitioned to Global Affairs Director.

The Bradenton Police Department recently promoted officer Joe Wiesman to Assistant Chief, following the retirement of Assistant Chief Josh Cramer. DutchCrafters named Amina Hammou as coordinator of Eco-Friendly Digs. East Manatee Fire Rescue welcomes Fire Inspector Joe Silva, and announces the promotion of Craig Madsen to Battalion Chief and Paul Wren to Deputy Chief of Administration.

EXCELLence Performance was awarded the Small Business of the Year, Category III, by the Manatee Chamber of Commerce.

Grapevine Communications was given the Small Business of the Year Award, Category V, by the Manatee Chamber of Commerce.

Grivas Law Group, P.A. was awarded the Small Business of the Year, Category I, by the Manatee Chamber of Commerce.

of Community and Business Diversity and Tammi Dodson as its Marketing and Proposal Manager.

Home Helpers Home Care of Bradenton caregiver Ramona Standing was nominated for the Home Care Association of America (HCAOA) 2022 Caregiver of the Year Award. Icard Merrill announces twelve attorneys selected to The Best Lawyers in America® G. Matthew Brockway; Drew Clayton; Michael J. Furen; Steven R. Greenberg; Thomas F. Icard, Jr.; Robert G. Lyons; William W. Merrill III; Alyssa M. Nohren; Jaime L. Wallace; and Telese L. Zuberer. In addition, two of the firm’s attorneys are included in the third edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch: Bradley J. Ellis and Jordan J. Riccardi. Shareholder and Real Estate Attorney Steven Greenberg has announced his retirement. Kerkering, Barberio & Co., Certified Public Accountants is please has been ranked one of the Top 300 Accounting Firms in the nation by INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA 300) and is pleased to announce that Manager Dawn Morgan has been recognized as one of Tampa Bay Business and Wealth’s “Up & Comers” for 2022.

Lost Pet Services was chosen as the Small Business of the Year in the Non-Profit, Category I, by the Manatee Chamber of Commerce. Manatee Chamber of Commerce announces the promotion of Carey Miller to Vice President of Operations. Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC, is pleased to announce the appointment of a new firm partner Daniel Anderson to its Bradenton office.

Michael Saunders & Co.’s leadership team is adding Chip Murphy, the new Vice President of Business Development to oversee the firm’s core services, relocation, business development and growth strategy.

NDC Construction Company announces that Kyle Huggins and Brando Fetzek have been promoted to Vice Presidents of Construction. Neal Communities has promoted 14 employees including: Ivory Matthews promoted to Vice President of Community and Governmental Affairs; Carlos Puente to Vice President of Sales and Marketing; Pam Curran to Director of Finance; Rob Kozlowski to Business Insights and Analytics Manager; Janet Ladwig to Director of Community Design and Product Development; Mathew Lavish to Director of Construction, Heidi Lustig to Senior Accountant; Jodi McConnell to Controller; Marjory McGloin to Purchasing Supervisor; Kristin Mullins to Accounting Manager; Ben Renner to Director of Construction; Kameren Saffold to Construction Manager; Michael Thomas to Estimator; and Rob Woods to Area Construction Manager. Pineapple Kitchen was awarded the Small Business of the Year, Category II, by the Manatee Chamber of Commerce.

RE/MAX Alliance Group Realtor Michael Baker has earned the nationally recognized Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource certification.

Riverchase Dermatology adds Stanley N. Katz, MD to the team. Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) was awarded the 2022 Commercial Service Airport of the Year Award by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).

SeaPort Manatee is proud to welcome new Senior Manager of Operations, Troy Layton.

SVN Commercial Advisory Group announces the promotion of Jake LaFemina to the role of Advisor and Jordan Murga to the sales team. Williams Parker is pleased to announce that real estate attorney Natalie G. Coldiron has joined the firm as a partner. Ms. Coldiron’s team paralegals, Lori Molnar and Kristie Tonitis, and real estate networking coordinator, Annette Bentley-Reilly are also joining the firm.

ribbon cuttings

Big Dan’s

Wash

Bradenton Acupuncture & Wellness

Concierge Health and Aesthetics

Opening

Village at Sarasota Bay

Opening

Gypsy

Mobile

Please contact

Lash Boutique

Grand Opening 11031 Gatewood Dr. Bradenton, FL 34211 lashboutiquefl.com 941-387-5892

Magik Memories Event Decor, LLC

Grand Opening

Ohana Embroidery

New Location

4301 32nd St. W. C-12 Bradenton, FL 34205 ohanaembroidery.com 941-957-8242

Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee

New Location

2901 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 myrasm.com 941-952-3400

Millie’s Sweets & Treats

Grand Opening

Old Main St. Bradenton, FL 34205 milliessweetsandtreats.com

Soluency, LLC

Grand Opening

5840 26th St W Building 8, #124 Bradenton, FL 34207 soluency.com 941-274-6640

Sun Pharmacy of Bradenton

Grand Opening 415 53rd Ave. West Bradenton, FL 34207 sunbradenton.com 941-444-9656

Sweet Peas Gymnastics LWR

Grand Opening

10520 Portal Crossing Bradenton, FL 34211 sweetpeasgymlwr.com 941-242-2252

Trilogy Chiropractic

Grand Opening

887 62nd Street Circle East Bradenton, FL 34208 trilogy-chiropractic.com

october calendar

NEW PROGRAM DATE TBA: Leadership Manatee - Education Day

Power Connection Lunch

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Central Café

Healthcare Committee Meeting

3:30 – 4:30 PM | Bradenton Office / Hybrid

Education & Workforce Partnership Committee Meeting

12:00 – 1:00 PM | Bradenton Office / Hybrid

NEW EVENT DATE TBA: Annual Business & Education Partnership Awards Breakfast

7:30 – 9:30 AM | Parrish Community High School

Small Business Council Meeting

9:00 – 10:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Braden River High School

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Braden River High School

Business After Hours

4:30 – 6:30 PM | Firkins Chrysler Jeep Dodge

MYP Professional Development Seminar

7:45 – 9:00 AM | LECOM Park

Technology Committee Meeting

3:00 – 4:30 PM | Via Zoom

MYP Leadership Committee Meeting

8:00 – 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office

Transportation Committee Meeting

8:00 – 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Manatee High School

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Manatee High School

Leadership Manatee - Local Government Day

Chamber Executive Committee Meeting

– 9:30 AM | Bradenton Office

Manatee

LMAA: Annual Meeting & Kent Schultz Luncheon

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | IMG Academy Golf Club

Power Connection Lunch

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Slicker’s Eatery

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Lakewood Ranch High School

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Lakewood Ranch High School

Natural Resources Committee Meeting

8:00 – 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

MYP Networking Lunch

11:45 AM – 1:00 PM | Lakewood Ranch Office

Chamber Friends Committee Meeting

3:30 – 4:30 PM | Bradenton Office

MYP Events & Programming Committee Meeting 8:00 – 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office

MYP Marketing & Engagement Committee Meeting 9:00 – 10:00 AM | Bradenton Office

Headliners Luncheon

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Pier 22

Chamber Board of Directors Meeting

4:00 – 5:30 PM | Bradenton Office – Air & Energy Board Room

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Palmetto High School

Coffee Club 8:00 – 9:30 AM | Boyd Insurance & Investment Services

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Palmetto High School

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

MYP Coffee with the Chair

7:45 AM – 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office

4:00 – 5:00 PM | Bradenton Office

Leadership Manatee - Escape to Reality

Power Connection Lunch Catered by Chicken Salad Chick

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Lakewood Ranch Office

Healthcare Committee Meeting

3:30 – 4:30 PM | Bradenton Office / Hybrid

Education & Workforce Partnerships Committee Meeting

12:00 – 1:00 PM | Bradenton Office / Hybrid

Chamber EXPO

4:00 - 7:00 | LECOM Park

Big Bank Theory

8:00- 10:30 AM | State College of Florida Collegiate School

Small Business Council Meeting

9:00 - 10:00 AM | Bradenton Office

Business After Hours

4:30 – 6:30 PM | Humane Society of Manatee County

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Parrish Community High School

Headliners Luncheon

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | IMG Academy Golf Club

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Parrish Community High School

Technology Committee Meeting

3:00 – 4:30 PM | Via Zoom

Chamber Offices Closed Veteran's Day

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Bayshore High School

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Southeast High School

Chamber Executive Committee Meeting

8:00 – 9:30 AM | Bradenton Office

Power Connection Lunch

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Mattison's Riverwalk Grille, Downtown Bradenton

Big Bank Theory

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Southeast High School

Coffee Club

8:00 – 9:30 AM | Bayside Community Church

MYP Networking Social

5:00 – 7:00 PM | Jaxx Sports Bar and Grill

Natural Resources Committee Meeting

8:00 – 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office - Air & Energy Board Room

Chamber Offices Closed Thanksgiving Holiday

Chamber Offices Closed Thanksgiving Holiday

Chamber Friends Committee Meeting

3:30 – 4:30 PM | Bradenton Office

MYP Events & Programming Committee Meeting

8:00 – 9:00 AM | Bradenton Office

MYP Marketing & Engagement Committee Meeting

9:00 – 10:00 AM | Bradenton Office

Chamber Board of Directors Meeting

4:00 – 5:30 PM | Bradenton Office – Air & Energy Board Room