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Vol. 23 Issue 4 November-January 2014

Hobe Sound Chamber of CommerceP.O. Box 1507Hobe Sound, Florida 33475Phone (772) 546-4724Fax (772) 546-9969www.hobesound.org

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Hobe Sound Chamber ofCommerce CalendarNov-Dec 2014, Jan 2015

◆ November Meetings ◆Wednesday, November 5th

AMBASSADORS MEETING12:00pm at the Chamber Office

Tuesday, November 11th and 25thHOBE SOUND

TOASTMASTERS MEETING7:00-9:00pm at Hobe Sound Bible College,

Administrative Building, Herron Center, 2nd Floor, 11298 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe Sound

Open to Chamber members and the publicCall 772-546-4724 for more information.

Monday, November 17thBOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

5:30pm at the Chamber Office

◆ November Events ◆Friday, November 7th and 14th

SCORE COUNSELING10:00am-1:00pm at the Chamber Office

Email [email protected] or call 772-546-4724 to schedule an appointment.

Thursday, November 13thMONTHLY BREAKFAST

8:00-9:15am at Hobe Sound Bible College, Schmul Dining Center

11295 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe SoundSponsored by: EyeMarketingGuest Speaker: Wayne KlickTopic: Celebrities Fore Kids

$12 Members/$15 Non-membersRSVP Required/No Shows will be billedRegister online at www.hobesound.org

Tuesday, November 18thNEW MEMBER

RECEPTION LUNCHEON12:00-1:30pm at Hobe Sound Bible College, Herron Administrative Building, 2nd Floor,

11298 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe SoundBy Invitation

Tuesday, November 18thL2 – LEARN – LEAD

6:00-9:00pm at Hobe Sound Bible CollegeCarroll Auditorium

11295 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe SoundOpen to the Public

Tickets $99/Students $29/Groups of 10 or more $59To register go to www.gormanleadership.com

Or call Greg or Julie Gorman at 502-773-0606

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A community’s Chamber of Commerce says plentyabout the people who live and work there. The HobeSound Chamber is no exception. Often described as live-ly, friendly, and active, the members genuinely walk theirtalk when it comes to Chamber members doing businesswith Chamber members, and encouraging their friendsand associates to do the same.

One reason for this enthusiasm is that new membersattend an orientation workshop (lunch included) tolearn about the “tools” of membership. If pictures areworth a thousand words, attendees get an eyeful with,well, real tools!

With her huge and very real toolbox at her side,Director of Membership Services, Jan Otten, with tonguein cheek, introduces assorted tools that new members canuse to “hammer” their message home and “measure(ruler)” their success. Tool after tool comes out of the boxuntil new members “get it” that membership has its priv-ileges. Jan’s tools demo must be working because HobeSound boasts the largest per capita business chamber inMartin County.

“If the tools excite new Chamber members, maybe it

will also excite new businesses and residents moving toHobe Sound,” says Jan. “So this January the AmbassadorCommittee will initiate a new program coined ‘The ToolBox Project’.” According to Jan, the Chamber’sAmbassadors and Volunteers will distribute a cardboardversion of Jan’s toolbox to businesses and residents new toHobe Sound. Each “box” will be loaded with useful logo-imprinted tools like tape measurers, flashlights, and pic-ture hangers, plus coupons and special offers, all fromparticipating Chamber members.

The Tool Box Project offers 25 members at a time anew opportunity to be creative with their promotion-al messages. One lucky major sponsor will have theirlogo and message plastered right on the box.Campaigns will rotate, giving lots of members a greatchance to make a first impression with those new toHobe Sound and the Chamber.

For information about participating in the “Tool BoxProject” or to learn more about the Hobe SoundChamber of Commerce, please contact Jan Otten at 772-546-4724 or [email protected].

What’s In Your Toolbox? Hobe Sound Chamber ofCommerce Launches New Welcome ProgramBy Linda Wolf, ActiveCanvas/Ambassador

JMC has implemented a new cutting edge technologyin the treatment of breast cancer. The New RadiationTreatment Greatly Reduces Treatment and RecoveryTime for Breast Cancer Patients

Imagine a day when breast cancer treatment takes justone day instead of three months. For certain womentreated with the latest advances in surgery and radiationat Jupiter Medical Center, that day is here.

Jupiter Medical Center has implemented Electron

beam IntraOperative Radiation Therapy (e-IORT)breast radiation therapy into its world-classComprehensive Breast Care Program. The Liac 12 deliv-ers a single fraction of radiation to a tumor bed immedi-ately following surgery.

Intraoperative radiation therapy can offer specializedtreatment for cancer patients, particularly women withbreast cancer, enabling physicians to deliver a single dose

Jupiter Medical Center to Partner with Treasure CoastIrrigation/Rood Landscape as Sponsors of the 29th AnnualHobe Sound Christmas ParadeWith Hope of Introducing New Cutting Edge Technology to the Community

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Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce

Official Christmas Parade Program

Hobe Sound Ministries will present the 18th AnnualSinging Christmas Tree from Thursday, Dec. 4 –Sunday, Dec. 7 at 7:00pm each evening. This spectac-ular event, attended last year by over 8,000 people, willfeature 75 singers in a beautifully lighted Christmastree of thousands of lights, a 25-piece orchestra, a chil-dren's choir and a drama cast of 50.

This is a production with live instrumentation andsinging, in addition to flying angels, kings and shep-herds, holy family, and the message and lights of theseason! Come and be a part of what has become anannual spectacular tradition – the Singing ChristmasTree! Admission is free.

Hobe Sound Ministries is located at 11295 GomezAve in Hobe Sound at Hobe Sound BibleCollege/Church. Call 772-546-5696 with any questionsor visit their web site at www.hobesoundsingingtree.com.

Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce2014 Board of Directors

OfficersPresident: Charlene Oakowsky, Oakowsky PropertiesVice President: Steve Fenton, Fenton ServicesInterim Treasurer: Robert McLean, Avalon AirSecretary: Ike Crumpler, Upstairs CommunicationsPast President: Dan Hulen, Fifth Third Processing SolutionsEx-Officio: Ralph Davino, Secure Storage of Martin County

Board of DirectorsKim Biancardi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Reelgraphic.comStacey Brandt . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jupiter Medical CenterMelinda Brault . . . . . . . . . . . .Geminye Design GroupMichael Ennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ennis ConstructionMike McCoy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M & K PublishingJon Milton . . . . . . . . .Milton Engineering ConsultantsRobert “Bob” McLean . . . . . . . . . . . . .Avalon Air, Inc.Pete Morello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The UPS StoreDerreck Ogden . . . . . .Word of Mouth Comp. & Elect.Dennis Root . . . . . .Dennis Root Public Safety Found.Kim Waser . . . . . . . .Quit Doc Research & Education/

Tobacco Free Partnership of Martin CountyBrandon Woodward . Law Office of Brandon Woodward

President’s CouncilTom Balling . . . . . .Treasure Coast Irrig/Rood LandscapeBlake Capps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Capps RoofingDavid & Linda Chambers . . . . . . . .Chambers ElectricScott Fay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bridge Boat & RV StorageSteve Landwersiek . . . . . .Ameriprise Financial ServicesGary Lesser . . . . . . . . . .Lesser, Lesser, Landy & SmithMary Lopopolo . . . . . . . . . . . .Seacoast National BankJason Lovelady . . . . .Carpenter’s Roofing & Sheet MetalCharlene Oakowsky . . . . . . . . . . . .Oakowsky PropertiesDerreck Ogden . . . . . . .Word of Mouth Comp. & Elect.Dennis Root . . . . . .Dennis Root Public Safety Found.Jeff Sabin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Waste ManagementTony Sementelli . . . . . . . . . . .Hobe Sound ShipCenterFrank & JoAnn Tricarico . . . . . . . .Metz ConstructionEric T. Wesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jupiter Island Pools

Ambassador CommitteeJanet Otten . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Director, Chamber StaffPeggy Batch-Gattone . . . . . . . . . . .The Keyes CompanyAmanda Beese . . . . . . . . . . . .A & B Aquarium ServicesKim Biancardi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Reelgraphic.comBill Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Glory AssociationGeorge Kleine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Smart SourcePauline Lucas . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jobe Insurance AgencyNoreen Nelson-Slenker . . . . . . . . . .Illustrated PropertiesSharyl Pratt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Illustrated PropertiesAmber Shirk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Seacoast National BankTheresa Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Beaches Hair StudioKim Toth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Edward JonesLinda Wolf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ActiveCanvas

StaffAngela Hoffman, Executive Director

Janet Otten, Director of Member ServicesKaren Berkow, Membership Assistant & Bookkeeper

VolunteersJudy Arbeznik, Carol Branch, Audrey Burzynski,

Marge Cabaniss, Bette Evans, Lillian Johnson, Bobbi Kauffman, George Kleine, Richard Nash,

Rich Otten, and Jean Tierney

The Hobe Sound Pelican is published quarterly by theHobe Sound Chamber of Commerce

11954 SE Dixie, Hobe Sound, FL 33455772-546-4724

Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30am-3:30pm

Managing Editor:Janet Otten, Director of Member Services

Production:Theresa Dormi, Tandem VA

Hobe Sound Pelican www.hobesound.org

Don’t Miss the 18th Annual Singing Christmas Tree!

Photo ProvidedThe Singing Christmas Tree at Hobe Sound Ministries.

of radiation to patients during their surgery. By deliv-ering this radiation at the same time the cancerous tis-sue is removed, six weeks of post-operative radiationcan be reduced to one day of treatment in some cases.

“We understand how important our patients are notonly to their loved ones, but also to this community asa whole,” said John A.P. Rimmer, MD, MedicalDirector, Jupiter Medical Center’s Kristin Hoke BreastHealth Program. “Being able to get state-of-the-art careclose to home means that the women we treat get backto their healthy, productive lives much faster, withoutcompromising any quality whatsoever.”

There are many benefits of e-IORT for breast cancerpatients, such as compressed treatment time, reducedradiation exposure, and a faster return to a normalquality of life. IORT allows radiation and surgicaloncologists to see the exact area they need to radiateand immediately deliver a therapeutic dose to theaffected area, sparing surrounding healthy tissue.

“Not only does this reduce the time of radiationtreatment from six or seven weeks, it protects the bodyfrom unnecessary radiation to healthy tissue,” statedAnthony E. Addesa, MD, Medical Director ofRadiation Oncology at Jupiter Medical Center’s EllaMilbank Foshay Cancer Center. “In addition to theclear health benefits of this cutting-edge treatment, italso means no skin changes, no fibrosis, no scarring,and no hardening of the skin or other tissues. At theend of the day, it translates into excellent outcomes forour patients and our community as a whole.”

For some women, one dose will be all that’s needed.For others, this will cut the required course of radiationtreatment in half. Breast cancer patients who are cur-rently eligible for the one-day treatment protocol includewomen more than 60 years of age, with tumors less thantwo centimeters in size, are estrogen receptor positive,and their lymph nodes are negative for cancer spread.

The Comprehensive Breast Care Program at JupiterMedical Center was the first in Palm Beach and MartinCounties to receive the National AccreditationProgram for Breast Centers designation.

For more information, visit www.foshaycancer-center.com/intra-op-radiation or call 561-263-4400.

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Photo ProvidedFrom L to R: John A.P. Rimmer, MD and Anthony E. Addesa, MD

A Team Marketing & ConsultingJennifer Ahern6520 SE Nantucket Court, Hobe Sound, FL 33455772-486-8008Business Classification: Business Consultant

“Casa del Rey” Hobe Sound Beach Cottage RentalJen Reyneri9186 SE Mercury Street, Hobe Sound, FL 33455561-310-2611www.wordtraveling.com/beachcottageBusiness Classification: Apartment RentalSponsor: Julie Gorman, Gorman Leadership GroupEnjoy a Key West inspired guest home, lovingly named“Casa del Rey,” and you will experience warm hospital-ity and lifetime memories! Enjoy your tropical court-yard and the front yard swing while breathing in theAtlantic cross breezes. This is a perfect writer’s or artist’sretreat or refreshing getaway! A true taste of “OldFlorida” in the heart of Hobe Sound’s “Zeus Park,” youare just steps away from quaint strolls through banyantrees and ocean breezes, local shopping, art galleries,dining, and more! Jonathan Dickinson State Park is

Welcome New Members:


just a five minute drive, and you are even closer to theHobe Sound National Wildlife Preserve and miles ofprotected lagoon and beach front, hiking trails, andbeyond! Grab a bike and explore paradise! Let theReyneri family host you or your visiting guests for last-ing memories and a time of rest and refreshment.

Chapman & Plymale Law, P.A.Garrett Roberts100 SW Albany Avenue, Ste. 310, Stuart, FL 34994772-283-2626www.treasurecoastlegal.comBusiness Classification: AttorneysSponsor: Jennifer Ahern, A Team Marketing &Consulting

Creative TreasuresLynn Inlow8831 SE Bridge Road, Hobe Sound, FL 33455484-529-2120www.creativetreasures.orgBusiness Classification: Gifts/Home Furnishings/Accessories Organization Description: Creative Treasures is aunique, friendly gift shop in the heart of Hobe Soundfeaturing the work of Lynn Inlow, a stained glass artist,as well as other Treasure Coast artisans in a variety ofmedia. There will be opportunities to Design YourOwn Jewelry and celebrate at Ladies Night Out! Walkin and see a wide assortment of fine gifts for men,women and children – Willow Angels, QMTWindchimes, Bella Taylor, Ganz, and Old WorldOrnaments are just a few of the brand names available.

Cruise PlannersJohn Morgenthaler8965 SE Bridge Rd Ste. 202, Hobe Sound, FL 33455772-777-1448www.triplenickeltravel.comBusiness Classification: Travel Agencies

Sponsor: Treva Chaplin, Scooters Fun, Food andSpiritsOrganization Description: Cruise Planners has beenplanning vacations for the residents of Hobe Soundand Stuart for two years. They have opened a newoffice right on Bridge Road to be able to have a greatplace for their customers to come to and plan theirtrips. They invite you to stop in and visit.

David & Becky Nagy & Associates – CruiseOneDavid Nagy6177 SE Georgetown PlaceHobe Sound, FL 33455772-237-3910www.cruisingwithdavidandbecky.comBusiness Classification: Travel AgenciesOrganization Description: David and Becky Nagyrecently completed an intensive training program tobecome certified CruiseOne® Vacation Specialists inHobe Sound. As a result of being part of the nation’sleading home-based travel agent franchise network,the Nagys have access to the best cruise and landvacation deals and CruiseOne’s exclusive, elite prod-uct and service offerings. The Nagys are committedto providing an unparalleled level of customer serviceand are available to assist customers whenever theneed arises.

Gorman Leadership GroupGreg & Julie Gorman9029 SE Breeze Way, Hobe Sound, FL 33455772-675-2127Business Classification: Business ConsultantOrganization Description: After building severalmulti-million dollar businesses, Authors, Speakers andCertified Business Coaches, Greg and Julie Gormangeared their focus towards helping others achieve theirdreams. Gorman Leadership Group utilizes timelessvalue-based principles, coupled with proven processes,to help business and individuals achieve high levels ofsuccess. They embrace the philosophy of Zig Ziglarwho said, “You don’t build a business, you build peo-ple and people build the business.” Greg and Juliebring relevant experience as well as certificationsthrough the John Maxwell Team, the Paterson Centerand many more. They specialize in areas of leadershipdevelopment, executive coaching, strategic operationalplanning, and prospecting/sales training.

Helix Medical CentersJohn D’Amore & Trisha Krausankas225 U. S. 1, Tequesta, FL 33469561-747-4464www.HelixCares.comwww.MedStatFL.orgBusiness Classification: Medical & Health CareSponsor: Pete Morello, The UPS StoreOrganization Description: Helix Urgent Care is a net-work of fully certified urgent care and walk-in medicalcenters offering comprehensive and affordable medicalcare 7 days a week. Each location is certified by theurgent Care Association of America and no appoint-ment is necessary. Helix accepts most major insurancecarriers and in addition to their Tequesta location,operates two MedStat Urgent care centers in MartinCounty.

Keller Williams Realty – Jason Flannery, P.A.Jason Flannery819 SW Federal Hwy #300Stuart, FL 34994561-762-3272Business Classification: Real EstateSponsor: Charlene Oakowsky

I’ve spent a good portion of the last several years shak-ing my head in disbelief at some of the network closetsfound in offices around the area. Nothing surprises meanymore, but I still have to shake my head when I see$20,000 (and usually more) in equipment in a networkfor an office of five people. It’s a common occurrence thatcomes largely from an existing relationship between thebusiness’s decision maker and a computer guy trying tomake a buck and secure a customer for life. Here’s arecent example…

Last week, I walked into a CPA’s office who called andasked if I could help them out with some issues. When Igot there I asked how many people worked in the office.The customer said there were three people includinghimself. He then gave me a quick tour of the office show-ing me the three desktop computers at the desks, one inthe conference room and we ended the tour at the smallroom/closet at the back of the office where his networkequipment and server live. When the door opened, thehead shaking started. His “buddy” who had a computerbusiness had two computers and a server in the closet.When I asked him what they were for, he handed me athree-ring binder with “all” of the information I shouldneed. As it turns out, one of the computers was brandnew. It was purchased as a replacement for an old com-puter that was used for one purpose and one purposealone–to play Pandora on the music system in the office!Another identical PC was sitting next to it and, appar-ently, that was a computer for the computer guy to usewhen he was working on the system. Then there was theserver. An eight-month-old Dell with all the bells andwhistles with a price tag of approximately $8,000.

Now that I had seen the system, I went on to ask whatissues I could help with.

“Well, I’d really like you to tell me what it would costto get everything back into working order. We don’t haveany email right now and we haven’t for several days.”

Their computer guy had been working on the issue (of

course at his regular hourly rate) and hadn’t shown up ina couple days. The customer was losing confidence in hisability to resolve the issue, but had nowhere else to goexcept to another company. My project plan for him wasto spend $150 a month to host his email and website else-where, eliminate the server completely and use his recep-tionist’s computer to play Pandora. Sometimes “fixing”means “throw it in the dumpster.”

In conclusion, when you are undergoing an IT projectin your office, take the time to make sure you understandwhat is being done, how it’s going to help your company,

and what other options there are. For some “computerguys,” today’s technology world can be very scary. Someof them feel like their grasping at straws and they will doanything to “lock in” a customer and that includes sellinga pile of really expensive junk that will turn your officeinto a technology labyrinth that only the “computer guy”understands (if you’re lucky). It’s much more expensive toundo a poorly executed project than it is to implement agood one. If you don’t understand what you’re hearingfrom your IT help, don’t move forward with the projectuntil you do!


Take the Time to Ask Questions Before You Undertake an IT Project in Your Office!By Derreck Ogden, Word of Mouth Computers and Electronics, LLC

Jennifer FerrariRay Stewart

Welcome Social Members:


Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce 28th Annual Christmas Parade

Parade Lineup – December 6, 2014 Master of Ceremonies: Nick Perry • Treasure Coast Irrigation and Landscape,LLC / Rood Landscape, Inc.

Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entrant Vehicle 1 Martin County DUI Taxi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DUI Taxi2 Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leading Truck with Banner3 Sheriff Will Snyder and Contingent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Horses, Marchers, Truck, Fly Over Helicopter4 Grand Marshal, Mary King, H.S. Early Learning Ctr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car5 Hall Bryant VFW Post 10132 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float and Drill Team6 Amvets Post 14 Ladies Auxilary and Sons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Truck7 Knights of Columbus Council 10718, St. Chris. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cars, Truck and Drill Team8 BOD Pres. Charlene Oakowsky/Steve Fenton, VP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car8A Congressman Patrick Murphy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car9 Senator Joe Negron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car10 Commissioner Sarah Heard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car11 Commissioner John Haddox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car12 Commissioner Anne Scott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Golf Cart13 Commissioner Doug Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car14 Rep. Marylynn Magar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car15 Laurie Gaylord, Superintendent of Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car16 Carolyn Timmann, Clerk of Circuit Court . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car17 Vicki Davis, Kherri Anderson, Superv of Elections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car18 Ruth Pietruzewski, MC Tax Collector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car19 MC Tax Collector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float20 Jupiter Island Public Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car21 Hobe Sound Soccer Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers22 Jupiter Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bus, Truck23 David Chambers Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car24 Landmark Arts, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Float, Marchers25 Cub Scout Pack 812 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float26 Hobe Sound Christian Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float, Band27 Girl Scout Southeast Florida . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck, Small Trailer28 Hobe Sound Early Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Marchers, Bus29 Hobe Sound Little League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers30 Apollo School Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Golf Cart, Pick up Truck31 South Fork High School AJROTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers32 South Fork Spirit and Pride Marching Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers, Band33 South Fork H. S. Football Coach/Dennis Lavelle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Marchers, Golf Cart34 Floridians Fighting Falls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Boat, Car35 Hobe Sound Elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Marchers

OFFICIAL CHRISTMAS PARADE SPONSORS


36 Seawind Elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car37 Martin County Kartway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Float 38 Illustrated Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Boat, Marchers39 Hobe Sound Comm. Presbyterian Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers40 American Cancer Society-Relay for Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers, Truck41 Jupiter Island Pools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck42 GFWC Hobe Sound Women’s Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers43 Always Best Care Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car44 Tequesta Terrace Assisted Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bus45 H.S. Nature Center-H.S. Nt'l Wildlife Refuge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Boat, Marchers46 Hidden Oaks Middle School Band, Color Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers, Band47 Law Offices of W. Trent Steele . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float48 Stoney’s Automotive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck49 Humane Society of the Treasure Coast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Marchers, Van, Dogs50 Green $ Sod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck51 Kids Kickin’ for Christ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers52 Amara Shriners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Boat, Truck53 Palm Tree Auto Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck54 Murray Middle School Band of Pride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Band, Marchers55 Hobe Sound Toasters 1206922 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Float, Marchers56 Banner Lake Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers, Truck57 Diamond Transfer & Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car58 Boys & Girls Club of Martin County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Marchers59 Seacoast National Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float, Marchers60 First United Methodist Church of Hobe Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float61 Tony’s Tree Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck62 McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck63 UPS Store - Island Crossings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car64 AMAC Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car65 Copley's RV Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Trailer, Golf Cart66 HIM Thrift Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck67 HSBR Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car68 Jonathan Dickinson State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fire Truck69 Florida Fish and Wildlife Consvers. & Commission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck70 Hobe Sound Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float71 Waste Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck72 Hobe Sound Cowgirls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Horses73 Bridge Boat & RV Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck74 Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rood Memory Wagon, Float75 Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck with Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus76 Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck, Float - Beach Balls77 Fire Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck

Caroline McIntosh

Hobe Sound Pelican

Wednesday, November 19thBUSINESS AFTER HOURS

5:00-7:30pmDowntown Hobe Sound

Dixie Highway, Mars and ApolloSponsored by: Chez Bim’s Boutique, Dorothy’s

Affordable Accounting, Hobe Sound Stroll/Susan Janes,Juno Shoe Girl, Kip Kennedy, The Painted Pineapple,Pamela Sothern Antiques, Taste, and The Sea Urchin

RSVP Required$7 Members/$10 Non-members/$5 SocialMembers/$0 President’s Council Members

RSVP online at www.hobesound.org

Thursday, November 27thTHANKSGIVING DAY Chamber Office Closed

Friday, November 28thDAY AFTER THANKSGIVING

Chamber Office Closed

◆ December Meetings ◆Wednesday, December 3rd


Tuesday, December 9thHOBE SOUND TOASTMASTERS MEETING

7:00-9:00pm at Hobe Sound Bible College, Administrative Building, Herron Center, 2nd Floor,

11298 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe SoundInternational Speech and Table Topics Contest

Cookie Baking CompetitionOpen to Chamber members and the publicCall 772-546-4724 for more information.

Monday, December 15thBOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING


◆ December Events ◆Thursday, December 4th

COCKTAILS & CONNECTIONS 6:00-7:00pm at Barton’s Jewelers5041 SE Federal Highway, Stuart

By Invitation

Friday, December 5th and 12th SCORE COUNSELING

10:00am-1:00pm at the Chamber Office For information or to schedule an appointment call

772-546-4724 or email [email protected]

Saturday, December 6thHOBE SOUND CHRISTMAS PARADE

1:00pm Presented by Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood

Landscape, Jupiter Medical Center, Bridge Boat & RVStorage, and Hobe Sound Soccer

Dixie Highway, north to Bridge RoadWest on Bridge Road to Hercules

CRAFT STROLLDixie Highway just south of Bridge Road

10:00am-3:00pm

Friday, December 12thHOLIDAY LUNCHEON/

INSTALLATION OF DIRECTORS11:30am-1:30pm at Mariner Sands Country Club

6500 Mariner Sands Drive, Stuart$30 Members/$35 Non-members/$25 Pres Council

Friday, December 19thCHAMBER VOLUNTEER HOLIDAY LUNCHEON

Noon

Wednesday, December 24thCHRISTMAS EVE


Thursday, December 25thCHRISTMAS DAY


Friday, December 26thDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS


Wednesday, December 31stNEW YEAR’S EVE


◆ January Meetings ◆Wednesday, January 7th


Tuesday, January 13th and 27thHOBE SOUND

TOASTMASTERS MEETING7:00-9:00pm at Hobe Sound Bible College,

Administrative Building, Herron Center, 2nd Floor, 11298 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe Sound

Open to Chamber members and the publicCall 772-546-4724 for more information.

Monday, January 19thBOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING


◆ January Events ◆Thursday, January 1stNEW YEAR’S DAY


Friday, January 2ndDAY AFTER NEW YEAR’S DAY


Thursday, January 8thMONTHLY BREAKFAST

8:00-9:15am at Hobe Sound Bible College, Schmul Dining Center

11295 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe SoundSponsored by: ServPro

Guest Speaker: KC TraylorTopic: Not All Aboard Florida

$12 Members/$15 Non-membersRSVP online at www.hobesound.org

Friday, January 9th and 23rd SCORE COUNSELING

10:00am-1:00pm at the Chamber Office For information or to schedule an appointment call

772-546-4724 or email [email protected]

Wednesday, January 14thINSIDE HOBE SOUND TOUR

8:30am-2:00pm Begins at the Chamber office

and then proceeds by bus to points of interestFree and open to the public; space is limited

Box Lunch available for $9; order at time of RSVP

RSVP Required at 772-546-4724

Wednesday, January 14thBUSINESS AFTER HOURS

5:30-7:00pm at Seacoast National Bank11711 SE Federal Highway, Hobe SoundSponsored by: Seacoast National Bank &

EyeMarketingHobe Sound Festival of the Arts Poster Unveiling

$7 Members/$10 Non-membersRSVP Required

Register online at www.hobesound.org

Wednesday, January 21stWILDLY SUCCESSFUL WOMEN’S

WEDNESDAY LUNCH12:00-1:30pm

Location: TBDSponsored by: Indian River Magazine

Guest Speaker: Marsha Lange$25.00

RSVP Required/No Shows will be billedRegister online at www.hobesound.org

Thursday, January 22ndCOCKTAILS & CONNECTIONS

6:00-7:00pm at Hobe Sound Art Gallery11870 SE Dixie Highway, Hobe Sound

By Invitation • No fee to attend

Saturday, January 31stHOBE SOUND FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

10:00am-5:00pm Dixie Highway South from Bridge Road

Sunday, February 1stHOBE SOUND FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

10:00am-5:00pm Dixie Highway South from Bridge Road

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Business Briefs

Ellen Kennedy EarnsInternational Designation forLuxury Home Marketing

Ellen Devlin Kennedywith Water Pointe RealtyGroup of Stuart, Inc. hasearned the prestigiousCertified Luxury HomeSpecialist designation inrecognition of her experi-ence, knowledge andexpertise in the luxuryhome market. EllenDevlin Kennedy is anexample of a real estateprofessional who has worked to develop market knowl-edge and the special skills and competencies necessaryto provide exceptional service in the fine homes andestates marketplace,” said Institute President LaurieMoore-Moore, upon announcing Kennedy’s designa-tion, “Affluent buyers and sellers can turn to sales pro-fessionals who have this designation and be confidentthat they have special expertise and experience in theluxury home marketplace.”

“I am committed to providing outstanding service tomy clients,” said Kennedy “the Certified Luxury HomeMarketing Specialist designation is evidence of my abil-ity to meet the needs of affluent buyers and sellers. My

Ellen Devlin Kennedy

membership in The Institute for Luxury HomeMarketing also provides me with marketing tools andnetworking capabilities that benefit my client.”

Kennedy has gone through special training and sur-passed performance standards in the upper tier mar-kets. For additional information please contact her atWater Pointe Realty Group 772-220-4343 or email herat [email protected].

Jan McDonald ReceivesReaders Choice Award

GOOD NEWS for oneof our Chamber Members– Jan McDonald ofAMAC INSURANCEAGENCY has received the2014 Readers ChoiceAward from HometownNews as the best insuranceagent in South MartinCounty! Contact Jan atAMAC Insurance, 8965SE Bridge Road, Ste. 210,Hobe Sound, FL 33455 and www.amacins.com.

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Keller Williams Realty – Katie Rawnsley4455 Military Trail #100, Jupiter, FL 33458561-222-3268www.katierawnsley.comBusiness Classification: Real EstateOrganization Description: Katie Rawnsley, of KellerWilliams Realty, is a fourth generation South Floridianwith over 14 years of experience in the industry, frommortgage to title, corporate sales, and real estate sales.She is knowledgeable and skilled at all aspects of thetransaction. Katie is known for her tireless work ethic,strong negotiation skills, and innate ability to under-stand and meet her clients’ needs and expectations.Specializing in residential sales from the Jupiter areanorth to Tequesta and Hobe Sound, Katie has a goodunderstanding of the market and strategizes with herclients to get their homes sold quickly and for top dol-lar. She is active in the local community and is also wellconnected with overseas and transient buyers. Whenshe is not selling, Katie enjoys boating and fishing,yoga, and spending time with her three active boys.

The Keyes CompanyTom Whitehouse11960 S Federal Highway, Hobe Sound, FL 33455772-236-2943Business Classification: Real EstateSponsor: Peggy Batch-Gattone, The Keyes CompanyOrganization Description: The Keyes Company is afamily-owned real estate company founded in 1926.With 34 offices and 2400 associates they are the largestindependent real estate company in Florida. The mis-sion of The Keyes Company is to deliver an unrivaled,family-like customer experience through their widerange of full-service real estate services. In every inter-action with their customers, fellow associates and com-munity members, they strive to act with integrity andto uphold the values that have defined their businesssince 1926. They aim to always continue their pursuitof knowledge and innovation so that every customercan achieve their dream of property ownership with thepeace of mind that comes from working with the bestteam of associates in the industry. They offer full serv-ice real estate, mortgage and title services.

Welcome New Members:

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Let’s face it being a sales professional is not a 9-5 job.When you begin your sales career whether it is in a newindustry or new company you need to be ready to putin your time. The good news is that once you havedeveloped a loyal customer base and referral partnerteam you will not have to work as many hours to reachyour goals. I know several very successful sales peoplethat work less than twenty five hours a week and makesix figure incomes. The first thing we need to establishis how we can get to that goal, develop a plan and stickto it. What I have found over my sales career is that it isvery easy to waste time. The time wasters in this articleare not in any particular order but you should always beaware of them.

Depending on what type of business you are in we allhave selling hours. A client of mine sells strictly to attor-neys, for the most part her selling/closing times are from8:30am-6pm. You have to be careful not to fill your cal-endar with too many non-selling action items duringyour selling/closing times.

1. Social Media – Facebook, Twitter, Google+, andLinkedIn the list can go on and on. Social media is amust for just about every business today; however I haveseen sales people get stuck on social media for severalhours a day. If you can’t hire someone to manage yoursocial media, make sure to utilize tools such as HootSuite and tweet deck. If you are using social media takea specific time not during selling/closing hours and putit on your calendar.

2. Networking – that is right I said it!! If you are notnetworking where your referral partners are or clientsare then you are wasting your time. Also, if you are notleaving every single event with a possible referral part-

ner meeting then youare wasting your timeand money.

3. Chasing theWrong Prospects –Know who you arelooking for. Identifywho your prospects areand list all of them. Iwould also recommendmaking a list of busi-ness/consumers that arenot good clients foryou. Sometimes we getwrapped in just getting any kind of sale is a good saleand sometimes this may be true however make sure youare not chasing the wrong prospects to help you reachyour goals.

4. Email – the technology we have at our fingertips isgreat, however it can be huge distraction. As a matter offact the only software that is open is this article and myphone is off. Pick a time to respond to emails every dayand your clients and prospects will know that.

Next month we will have more time wasters to avoid!Make sure that you make the most of your day byscheduling it properly.

These few tips are part of a full Effective Use of YourChamber Membership Program. If you would like moreinformation about jrc Consulting Group please contactme at [email protected].

John Carr is the founder of JRC Consulting Group,4440 PGA Blvd Suite 600, Palm Beach Gardens, FL33410. Telephone: 561-623-5349

John Carr

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Time Wasters Sales People Need to Avoid – Part 1 of 3Submitted By John Carr, JR Consulting Group


Since 2003Green $ Sod

Since 2004IguanafarmGroup

Since 2005Dorothy’s Affordable Accounting ServicesPremium Painters

Since 2006Carrabba’s Italian GrillCostcoEducation Foundation of Martin County

Since 2007Barton’s JewelersC & C Auto RepairCopley’s RV CenterImages in ParadiseUnderwood Home Services

Since 2008Advantage FordCobb PlumbingColdwell Banker – Gena DuvallMariner Sands Country ClubRiverside Memorial ParkSterling House/Clare Bridge of Tequesta

Since 2009Audubon of Martin CountyEyeMarketingLoblolly Community ServiceNightingale Private CareSmart Source

Since 2010The Lyric TheatreWord of Mouth Computers & Electronics

Since 2011Aetna PlumbingB’ing the Best/McDonald’sGeminye Design GroupHarbor Community BankHobe Sound Soccer ClubIllustrated Properties – Noreen Nelson-SlenkerMartin County Fair AssociationThe Cottages at Hobe Sound

Since 2012Florida State Security ServicesPalm Tree Auto SalesQuit Doc Research & Education FoundationWater Pointe Realty Group

Since 2013Bike Street USA (Now Village Bike Shop)Fun Tours TravelH. Allen HolmesLou Ann PrestegardOffice of Congressman Patrick E. MurphyStoney’s AutomotiveTooJay’s Gourmet Deli & Restaurant -- Stuart

Thank You Renewals:I have been training people just like you in the use of

pepper spray for over 20 years. During that time, I haveseen a vast amount of misinformation being provided byorganizations and other individuals. I would like toanswer some of the most common questions I have beenasked about a personal safety option that can be tracedback in history to as early as 300 B.C.

The first question often asked is, “What’s the differ-ence between mace and pepper spray?” For the sake ofbrevity and without being too technical, the simpleanswer is “mace” is an irritant and “pepper spray” is aninflammatory. Both rely on pain to achieve compliance.

The second most common question asked is, “I pur-chased ‘police strength’ pepper spray. What does thatmean?” To be painfully honest, not very much. Justbecause something says “police strength” does not meanit will necessarily be better than another product. Sayingit is “police strength” may simply be a marketing tool.

The third most common question asked is, “Whatdoes the percentage on the canister mean?” This is one ofthe best questions one can ask. The percentage helpsinform you about the product strength. For example, ifyou buy a product rated at 2 million SHU and the can-ister indicates it is a 10 percent solution, this means thecanister contains 10 percent of 2 million SHU. If I do

my math correctly, thatwould equate to200,000 SHU. Trustme, that is hot enoughwhen the pepper isderived from a qualitysource. SHU meansScoville Heat Units,but that is a topic foranother article.

Pepper spray is avery effective optionfor self-defense, butyou should knowabout the productsavailable to you before you make your decision to pur-chase a pepper spray unit. I highly recommend that youreceive training from a reputable individual or organiza-tion, so you will have confidence in your selected per-sonal safety device.

Dennis Root is the founder of Dennis Root PublicSafety Foundation, located at 1111 SE Federal Highway,Suite 118, Stuart, Florida 34994-3802. For more infor-mation you may call him at his office 772-324-8147 orvisit www.dennisrootpublicsafetyfoundation.org.

Pepper Spray - Things You Should Know!By Dennis Root

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