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Lung cancer kills more people every year than breast, prostate, colon and pancreatic cancers combined, according to the American Cancer Society. When lung cancer is diagnosed late, the course of action for patients is limited.

Manatee Memorial Hospital has established a multidisciplinary Lung Institute where a dedicated team of physicians and staff work together to determine the best course of action for patients diagnosed with lung cancer. The team includes medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists and radiologists, a patient navigator and nursing/ancillary staff.

When people who are at risk for lung cancer receive a low-dose radiation CT scan at the Lung Institute, the results are shared with the patient’s primary care physician as well as the Institute’s multidisciplinary team. For those who are found to have lung cancer, the survival rate may improve through earlier detection, accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment.

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Patient navigators are on-callPatient navigators offer patients and families individualized assistance at the Lung Institute. The patient navigator will schedule the low-dose radiation CT scan and accompany the patient and family through the healthcare system.

The Lung Institute is located on the first floor of the Outpatient Services Center next door to Manatee Memorial Hospital.

For more information or to make an appointment, please call 941-745-6930.

Physicians are on the medical staff of Manatee Memorial Hospital, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Manatee Memorial Hospital. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians.

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Manatee Chamber of Commerce Bradenton Office 222 10th St. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 Phone: 941-748-3411 Fax: 941-745-1877Lakewood Ranch Office at the McClure Center 4215 Concept Court Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211 Phone: 941-748-3411 Fax: [email protected]

To build a positive business environment while enhancing the

community’s quality of life.

Networking at a Glance June 10 - 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Business After HoursBB&T (University & Honore)

June 12 - 5:00 - 7:00 PMMYP Networking Social

Mexicali's on SR 70

June 26 - 7:45 - 9:00 AMCoffee Club

Manatee Glens Hospitaland Addiction Center

The Manatee Chamber of Commerce’s Current magazine is published monthly and distributed to more than 3,000 business and community leaders. It is an advertising medium available only to Chamber members. For advertising rates contact:

Michele Slaughter at 941-748-4842, ext. 116 or

[email protected]

Current Magazine is proudly published by CG&B Publishing, LLC of Bradenton.

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Executive Committee:Chairman ............................................................................................ .Rae Dowling, Florida Power & LightImmediate Past Chairman ................................................................................. Tom Seguin, Suncoast GemsChairman-Elect ...................................................................................Jonathan Fleece, Blalock Walters, P.A. Treasurer .....................................................................................................Bill Poulton, Tropicana ProductsVice Chairman, Community Development & Communications .... Todd Pokrywa, Schroeder-Manatee Ranch Inc.Vice Chairman Membership Development & Services .................................................. Trudy Moon, Air & EnergyVice Chairman Public Policy & Small Business ............................Kevin DiLallo, Manatee Memorial HospitalChairman, Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation .............. John Rice, Rice's Appliance & TVPresident ................................................................................Robert Bartz, Manatee Chamber of Commerce

Directors:Julie Aranibar, School Board of Manatee CountyLisa Arrigo-Hoban, L.A. EventsPhill Baker, Boyd Insurance & Investment Services, Inc.Ben Bakker, HJB PropertiesJackie Barron, Mosaic CompanyKevin Baylor, Suncoast Business TechnologiesJennifer Bencie, Manatee County Health Dept.Rick Bisio, The Educated FranchiseeShirley Bryant, City of PalmettoCarlos Buqueras, Manatee County Port AuthorityLarry Bustle, Manatee County GovernmentDarcie Duncan, Duncan Real EstateRon Getman, Getman Cruise & TravelArthur Guilford, University of South Florida Sarasota - ManateeSharon Hillstrom, Bradenton Area EDCEd Hunzeker, Manatee County GovernmentSusan Lambert-Kopstad, Sea Breeze InternationalSteve Litschauer, S2 Timing

Manatee Chamber of Commerce Staff:Robert Bartz, IOM, President ............................................................ [email protected], ext. 112Jen Bartolone, Executive Assistant, Membership Dev. & Services [email protected], ext. 122Kim Dalglish, Vice President Membership Development & Services ....... [email protected], ext. 121Jacki Dezelski, IOM, Executive Vice President .............................. [email protected], ext. 131Tim Fenimore, Membership Development Representative .................................. [email protected], ext. 241 Jahna Leinhauser, Asst. Vice President Community Development.. .... [email protected], ext. 172Lindsey Leech, Executive Assistant and Membership Dev. Rep. [email protected], ext. 133Carey Miller, Office Administrator .................................................CareyM@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 113 Reba Parrish, Visitor Information Specialist [email protected], ext. 100Michele Passarelli, Information Specialist [email protected], ext. 200Lisa Reeder, Executive Assistant, Public Policy & Small Business .... [email protected], ext. 123Cheryl Richert, Controller of Finance ...........................................CherylR@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 115Karen Sivia, Information Specialist .................................................KarenS@ManateeChamber.com, ext. 200Michele Slaughter, Communications Director [email protected], ext. 116Neil Spirtas, IOM, Senior Vice President ........................................... [email protected], ext. 124Tina West, Better Business Council Manager................................... [email protected], ext. 114

Chris Locke, IMG AcademyMichael Maddaloni, Beall's Department Stores, IncMike Mears, State College of FloridaRick Mills, School Board of Manatee CountySean Murphy, Beach BistroJohn Nash, 1st Manatee BankJohn Neal, Neal CommunitiesDonal O'Shea, New College of FloridaJeff Orenstein, Living on the Suncoast MagazineRick Piccolo, Sarasota Bradenton International AirportWayne Poston, City of BradentonTara Poulton, Southwest Florida Water Management DistrictJan Pullen, Saint Stephen's Episcopal SchoolWilliam Robinson, Blalock Walters, P.A.Bill Smock, Gator Plumbing, Inc.Jason 'JB' Taylor, Fawley Bryant Architects, Inc.Darrell Turner, Turner Tree & LandscapeErnie Withers, Mercedes Benz of Sarasota

Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation Staff:Sharon Hillstrom, President & CEO. ......................................SharonH@ThinkBradentonArea.com, ext. 140Mary Chilton, Project Manager ..................................................MaryC@ThinkBradentonArea.com, ext. 145Lauren Kratsch, Director of Project Management .................... [email protected], ext. 134Jeannie Shields, Office Administrator ..................................... [email protected], ext. 128Cindy Unzicker, Administrative Asst./Events Coordinator ....... [email protected], ext. 126

SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business" By appointment only - call 941-748-3411

Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:00 - 11:00 AM, Bradenton OfficeTuesdays, 9:00 - 10:00 - 11:00 AM, Lakewood Ranch Office at the McClure Center

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CONTENTS

FeaturesHeadlines

14 MYP Highlights18 Your Chamber at Work For You20 New & Renewing Members24 May Business After Hours Highlights25 Chamber Fun Facts26 Ribbon Cutting Photos27 Member News30 Calendar of Events 31 April Coffee Club Highlights

In Every Issue

Ship-Shape Showcase!

VIP Breakfast withSheriff Brad Steube

The 411 on LinkedIn Seminar on Who's In, How to Get In and Then What

Bagels & Benefits Have You Attended?

BradentonCommunity Night Pirates vs. Rays Play Ball!

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Leading Commercein Our Capitol: A Triumphant Team

Sporting ClaysFun Shoot Register Now! for a Great Day at Ancient Oak

Project T.E.A.C.H Thank You to Our 130+ Volunteers

Blues by the Bay Highlights & Event Photos

Manatee Chamber Wins Big with Triple Crown Classic Membership Campaign

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Blues by the Bay Highlights

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Manatee Chamber Wins Bigwith 2014 Membership Campaign

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Cover Story: Leading Commerce in Our Capitol

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A LookAheadto July:

Manatee Small Business of the Year Award Winners

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Representative Greg Steube, Senator Bill Galvano and Representative Jim Boyd address Chamber issues and bills at Pancakes and Poliltics held in May. We commend them for their Pancakes and Politics participation over the years!

ON THE COVER (L to R): Sen. Bill Galvano, Rep. Greg Steube & Rep. Jim Boyd.

This trio of men were leaders not only in their own community but engaged in the leadership of our state; sponsoring legislation, debating in committees and negotiating and compromising to represent their constituencies. Some of the biggest victories/bills they sponsored and provided their statesman-like skills included the I-75/University Parkway Corridor Project - of which all of our legislators played a role. Representative Greg Steube’s coordination of a meeting of important players in Tallahassee with FDOT’s Secretary Ananth Prasad proved invaluable in helping secure the funding commitment/acceleration of almost $60 million! This was also a collaborative effort in our region with the Sarasota Chamber, EDC, Tampa Bay Partnership, STARTUPS and Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance.

Representative Jim Boyd was instrumental in helping with flood insurance options to purchase policies in the private market; The highest funding ever for education with revisions in the PECO funding formula, USF Sarasota and Manatee Campus receiving new, recurring funds to expand their science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) program and Small Business Development Center funding and SCF’s over $8 million library renovation - Senator Bill Galvano’s role was very helpful in stewarding appropriations; Beach restoration ($2 million for Manatee County); Enterprise Florida’s ($71 million) funding for statewide economic development, and House bill 709 on Alzheimer’s Disease Research ($1.3 million) that will allow for institutions such as the local Roskamp Institute to

Leading the Way in Our Community and State

seek peer-to-peer grants for their work.

The Manatee Chamber worked successfully on all of the above issues (and more) as well as some that unfortunately didn’t pass muster this session. Reducing and ultimately eliminating the sales tax on commercial rentals/leases and parity for Developments of Regional Impact (DRI’s) determination did not advance.

However .. with $500 million in tax relief accomplished this session (compared to billions in shortfalls a few years ago), a $3.1 billion reserve, and NO raids on the Transportation Trust Fund, we concur with Senator Bill Galvano’s statement at the Recap that, “this was one of the best sessions he has ever experienced (in his 12 plus years in Tallahassee).”

Although theoretically the session is over, many refer to “second session” in Tallahassee occurring which is ensuring what was passed by legislators is signed by the Governor. Look for possible alerts from the Chamber encouraging members to contact Governor Rick Scott to sign bills of importance to our business community.

In addition to the three legislators on our front cover, we are grateful to Senator Arthenia Joyner (incoming Senate Minority Leader) and Representative Darryl Rouson who were unable to attend the Pancakes and Politics Recap Breakfast when the picture was taken at the IMG Country Club. They round out our Manatee County Legislative Delegation serving our community.

A Triumphant Team

Greg Green, Legislative Committee Chair, moderates Pancakes and Politics breakfast held at IMG Country Club in May.


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We Need YOU as a Chamber Champion2014 marks the 125th anniversary of the founding of what is now the Manatee Chamber of Commerce. Help us celebrate all year long as we recognize many of our accomplishments and milestones over the past 125 years. You can support the Chamber by committing a $125 sponsorship to commemorate this special milestone, and we will honor our Chamber Champions throughout the year as we give special attention to our 125th anniversary. Are you among this exceptional group of Chamber Champions? To be a Chamber Champion, contact Kim Dalglish at [email protected] or 941-748-4842, ext. 121.

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• Deborah Ainsworth, Tropicana Products• Adam Angstadt, Flagship Fire, Inc.• Ellen Aquilina, Home Instead Senior Care• Julie Aranibar, School Board of Manatee County• Sylvia Archie, School Board of Manatee County• Brian Arledge, Liberty Savings Bank• Florim Bala, Gettel Toyota• Michael Barber, School Board of Manatee County• Victoria Barnett, Mauldin & Jenkins• Tom Baugher, US Government• Richard Bedford, DeSoto Square Mall• Dennise Smith-Berger, Regions Bank• Rick Bisio, The Educated Franchisee• Jackie Blades, Gettel Toyota• Casie Boak, Fifth Third Bank• Bruce Body, Raymond James & Associates• Alex Boeckel, Gettel Toyota• Tammy Boggs, Manatee County Building & Development Services• Jan Brown, PayServ Systems• Judy Brown, Sarasota W.A.T.C.H.• Stephanie Butler, Fifth Third Bank• Barbara Cain, Liberty Savings Bank• Kevin Carey, Foot Locker• Deborah Carey-Reed, Women's Leadership Initiative• Beverly Cartenuto, Blalock Walters• Jennifer Chapman, Gateway Bank of Southwest Florida• Traci Conrad, Bradenton Herald• Charles Cusimano, WWSB ABC 7• Diane Dacey, School Board of Manatee County• Lynn Dallesandro • Wendy Dees, Ad-VANCE Talent Solutions, Inc.• Debbie DeLeon, Manatee County Neighborhood Services• Caroline Denton, Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC• Linda Donnelly, Staging to Sell, LLC• Omar Edwards, Horizons Academy• Terri Evans, First America Bank• Rebecca Feaster, First Bank• Jacqueline Figueri, Hornback Chiropractic & Wellness, PA• Andy Fisher, Eaton Aerospace• Sandra Ford, School Board of Manatee County• Lauren Fuller, Liberty Savings Bank

Thank You to Our 130+ Project Teach VolunteersA very special thank you to more than 130 volunteers who participated in Project T.E.A.C.H. On the morning of Friday, May 9th, our volunteers gathered at 7:30 AM at Freedom Village Retirement Community for a breakfast orientation sponsored by Manatee Education Foundation. At 8:30, the

volunteers headed to their assigned fourth grade classes all over Manatee County where they spent an hour with a classroom full of future entrepreneurs and business owners.

The volunteers shared their business backgrounds and perspectives with the fourth graders. Students then thought about what business they would like to be in by drawing their own business cards. Dreams and ideas of the students ranged from astronauts to zoo keepers and many things in between. Without the help of our sponsor, Manatee Education Foundation, and the support of Tropicana, Freedom Village, and Palm Printing, this year’s program would not have been such a success. For more information about Project T.E.A.C.H. and other workforce education initiatives, please contact Jahna Leinhauser at 941-748-4842, ext. 172.

• Anthony Gagliano, CareerSource Suncoast• Patrick Gallagher, School Board of Manatee County• Deborah Gambino, School Board of Manatee County• Margo Goida • Jack Gorrill, Gettel Toyota• Jessica Hart-Howard, Edward Jones• Kerstin Hawthorne, Suncoast Credit Union• Rose Heaven, School Board of Manatee County• Bob Hermann, Eaton Aerospace• Caryl Herschman, Gettel Toyota• Joanne Hibbs, Servpro of Bradenton• Linda Honeycheck • Tom Houghtby • Cheryl Houghtby, Rotary Club of Bradenton • Michele Hulbert, School Board of Manatee County• Maria Hussey, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation• Jennifer Johnson, School Board of Manatee County• Robert Johnson, School Board of Manatee County• Bruce Johnston, Eaton Aerospace• John Kaiser, Humana, Inc.• Monica Kalosis, State College Of Florida• Kathy Kelliher • Dianne Kopczynski, Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC• Kimberly Kramer, Express Employment Professionals• Tim Krebs, Eaton Aerospace• Katelyn Lanseigne, Liberty Savings Bank• Richard Lauder, Eaton Aerospace• Matthew Leake, Gilbane Company• Lynne Lineman, C1 Bank• Larry Luh, Manatee County Government• Jacob Macias, First Bank• Billy Malfese, Manatee County Government• Jim Meisenheimer • Bill Miller • Cliff Miller, Marclif & Assoc., Inc.• Janet Miller, First Bank - Mt. Vernon• Marianne Moyer, Women's Leadership Initiative• Nicky Nagy, Blue Door Spa & Salon• Roy Nelles, School Board of Manatee County• Katie O'Neal, Feathers and Tails Hide Away• Stephen Parent, Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC• Angel Parker, Hancock Bank

Thank You Project T.E.A.C.H. Volunteers!!• David Parrish, United Electric• Krystal Parsons, Manatee Fruit Company• Jami Patterson, Bradenton Herald• Eric Peters, First Federal Bank of Florida• Tracy Peters, Gettel Toyota• Lisa Pierce, Ad-VANCE Talent Solutions, Inc.• Judith Pohlmann, Eaton Aerospace• Brett Pollock, West Manatee Fire & Rescue District• Bill Poulton, Tropicana Products• Tara Poulton, Southwest Florida Water Management District• Maria Pugliese, SouthTech• Wanda Read-Burke, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast• Celeste Reid, Shinn & Company LLC• Dave Robinson, Honeywell Business Solutions• Casey Rodgers, Feld Entertainment, Inc.• Vicky Rowe, School Board of Manatee County• Jerome Ruffing, Manatee County EMS• Jessica Ruter, Suncoast Community Capital• Karen Rutherford, The Joy FM• Maggie Scherette, Ad-VANCE Talent Solutions, Inc.• Dannie Sherrill, Manatee Education Foundation• Pattie Shirley, Liberty Savings Bank• Rod Smith, First Bank• Mitchell Teitelbaum, School Board of Manatee County• Luke Torres, First Bank• Beth Trent, Regions Bank• Steve Valley, School Board of Manatee County• Amy Van Dell, Humane Society of Manatee County• Guillermina Vega, Christopher, Smith, Leonard, Bristow, & Stanell PA• Bill Vonada, Gettel Toyota• Robert Walker, R.J.Walker Acoustical,LLC• Joni Wallace, School Board of Manatee County• Ellen Walther, Gettel Toyota• Cari Walz, Manatee County Government • Matt Whyte, Kirk-Pinkerton, P.A.• Kathleen Wiggs-Stayner, All Children's Hospital• Sandra Wise, Argosy University


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Blue Sage Pilates417 12th St. W., #106Bradenton, FL 34205www.bluesagepilates.com(941) 773-2077Fitness Training and Exercise

Boomerswork.us47 S. Palm Ave., Ste. 205Sarasota, FL 34236www.boomerswork.us(941) 444-5793Computer Software and Consulting Services

Bowes Imaging Center6207 Cortez Rd. W.Bradenton, FL 34210www.BowesImagingCenter(941) 782-0490Diagnostic Centers

Bridgely Key Options, LLC1111 3rd Ave. W., Ste. 250Bradenton, FL 34205www.bridgely.com(941) 896-4880Insurance

Christian Chiropractic4817 Cortez Rd. W.Bradenton, FL 34210www.christianchiropractic.net(941) 761-3919Chiropractors

CK Franchisee, LLC dba Chicken Kitchen5215 University Pkwy.University Park, FL 34201www.chickenkitchen.comRestaurants, Cafes and Taverns

Concerned Veterans for America202 Fern St.Arlington, VA 22202www.concernedveteransforamerica.org(941) 799-1226Non-Profit Organizations

Conley Buick, GMC, Subaru, Inc.800 Cortez Rd. W.Bradenton, FL 34207www.conleybuickgmc.com(941) 755-8531Automobile Dealers

Custom Engraving87 39th St. Ct. N.W.Bradenton, FL 34205(941) 748-7318Sporting Goods

Derek's Rustic Coastal Cuisine5516 Manatee Ave. W.Bradenton, FL 34209www.dereks-bradenton.com(941) 794-1100Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns

Edward Jones - Abby Schweigart4296 Bee Ridge Rd.Sarasota, FL 34243(941) 379-9479Financial Planning and Services

Esposito Law Group, P.A.537 10th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34205(941) 251-0000Attorneys

Family Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine5702 Manatee Ave. W., Ste. ABradenton, FL 34209www.myfamilyacupuncture.com(941) 545-7305Acupuncture Physicians

Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation551 N. Cattleman Rd., Ste. 101Sarasota, FL 34232foundation.flcancer.com(239) 432-8325Non-Profit Organizations

Florida Fence5715 Pinkney Ave.Sarasota, FL 34233www.floridafence.biz(941) 921-4659Fencing Materials and Installation

Florida Premier Turf Farms800 8th Ave. W., Ste. 2Palmetto, FL 34221(941) 729-6034Sod Sales, Installation and Deliveries and Grass Seeding

Frank Ballard Bush Hog Mowing257 Upper Manatee River Rd.Bradenton, FL 34212(941) 742-9323Bush Hog Mowing

Gallen Massage & Yoga2722 Manatee Ave. W., Ste. 1Bradenton, FL 34205www.GallenMassage.com(941) 713-1637Massage - Licensed Therapists

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Manatee Chamber of Commerce Is Proud to Welcome Our New and Renewing Members Giraffe Packaging5245 Lena Rd.Bradenton, FL 34211www.giraffepackaging.com(941) 727-3059Packing and Moving Supplies

Greenscapes8000 Fruitville RoadSarasota, FL 34240www.greenscapessrq.com(941) 379-8440Lawn and Landscape Contractors and Maintenance

Interstate All Battery Center8445 Honore Ave.University Park, FL 34201www.interstatebatteries.com(941) 822-8133Batteries

Island Mail & More3230 East Bay DriveHolmes Beach, FL 34217www.islandmailandmore.com(941) 778-1911Packing and Shipping

JD's Doghouse313 12th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34205(941) 812-8004Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns

Keller Williams - Marvin Smithwww.GreaterSarasotaHomes.com(941) 400-8822Real Estate - Residential

Key Konnections, LLC(941) 705-0231Consulting Services

Message Music, Inc.626 9th Ave. W.Bradenton, FL 34205(941) 822-7883Video Production and Related Services

Pippins Outdoor Services75 47th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34209www.pippinsoutdoorservices.com(941) 348-3133Lawn and Landscape Contractors and Maintenance

Prodigy, Inc.3914 State Rd. 64 E.Bradenton, FL 34208www.prodigyresults.com(941) 761-2882Payroll and HR Services

Sacred Grounds Coffee House4650 E. State Rd. 64Bradenton, FL 34208(941) 405-2075Coffee Shops

Salem's Gyros & Subs5605 Manatee Ave. W.Bradenton, FL 34209www.SalemsGyros.com(941) 792-7600

Restaurants, Cafes and TavernsSalem's Gyros & Subs5635 14th Street WestBradenton, FL 34207www.SalemsGyros.com(941) 739-8200Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns


1951 - 63 YearsArmstrong Brothers Plumbing

1977 - 37 YearsBaker's Paint and Body Shop

1979 - 35 YearsYarnall Warehouse, Inc. United Van Lines

1985 - 29 YearsAderholdt Back Pain Institute of West Florida

1987 - 27 YearsLane & Associates Financial Service, Inc.

1989 - 25 YearsSouthwest Florida Water Management DistrictManatee Education Association

1991 - 23 YearsManatee Diagnostic Center

1992 - 22 YearsAmerican Torch Tip Co.

1993 - 21 YearsRosedale Golf & Country ClubManatee County Cultural Alliance

Manatee Chamber of Commerce Is Proud to Welcome Our New and Renewing Members 1997 - 17 YearsDana Site Development & Paving Inc.TechHouse, IISS

1998 - 16 YearsRod & Reel Pier, Inc.Bradenton Health Care

2000 - 14 YearsClements Surveying, Inc.

2001 - 13 YearsRiverfront Nursing & Rehabilitation

2007 - 7 YearsMagic Scissors AlterationsManatee Ear CenterManatee Memorial Hospital

2008 - 6 YearsCortez DentalInnovative CFO Solutions, Inc.Bayfront Relocations / MayflowerImagine Schools at Lakewood RanchNAI ManasotaThe Whitfield Exchange

2009 - 5 YearsTandem ConstructionManatee Diagnostic Center - Parrish

2010 - 4 YearsSamurai Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi BarTampa Spring Co.Miracle League of ManasotaLarry Pearson AC & Heating, Inc.United Way 2-1-1-of Manasota, Inc.Kathleen D. Sailing Catamaran

2011 - 3 YearsManatee County Senior Advocacy CouncilHarrison, Kirkland, Pratt, & McGuire, P.A.Heart Attack Prevention CenterConcrete on Call, Inc.

2012 - 2 YearsWake Up Beautiful located in Signature SalonsLeibold EnterprisesEarth Fruits YogurtBostock's Martial Arts & FitnessSoutheastern Guide DogsLuminous ElectricNorth River Office SolutionsAshton Woods Homes

2013 - 1 YearGo Legs Cycle StudioSuper StylesLED Lighting Systems

Sarasota Bay Real Estate P.A.www.sarasotaqualityliving.com(941) 264-3696Real Estate - Residential

Sci-Brain5602 Marquesas Cir., Ste. 105Sarasota, FL 34233www.scibrainhealth.com(941) 556-9900Medical Services

Smith & Downey, P.A.1767 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., #203Bradenton, FL 34211www.smithdowney.com(941) 747-7047Attorneys

South Philly Cheesesteak5942 34th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34210www.southphillycheesesteak.com(941) 727-7339Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns

South Philly Cheesesteak Food Truck5942 34th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34210(941) 928-5051Food Trucks

Spanky's Grill 41943 10th St. E.Palmetto, FL 34221www.SpankysGrill41.com(941) 417-9417Restaurants, Cafes and Taverns

Star2Star Communications600 Tallevast Road, Ste. 202Sarasota, FL 34243www.star2star.com(941) 234-0001Telecommunications

Sugar Cubed1506 13th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34205www.getsugarcubed.com(941) 251-4092Bakeries

Suncoast Roofers Supply1926 72nd Dr. E.Sarasota, FL 34243www.suncoastrooferssupply.com(941) 752-1986Roofing Materials

The Devyn7111 South Tamiami TrailSarasota, FL 34202www.thedevyn.com(941) 894-3406Catering, Banquet and Meeting Facilities

The Krouse Law Firm9040 Town Center Pkwy.Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202www.krouselaw.com(941) 306-3672Attorneys

The Serious Foodie, LLC4754 Mainsail Dr.Bradenton, FL 34208www.theseriousfoodie.net(941) 896-3059Food Stores - Specialty

The UPS Store 55744654 State Rd. 64 E.Bradenton, FL 34208bradenton-fl-5574.theupsstorelocal.com(941) 747-9716Packing and Shipping

Tide and Moon Jewelry314 Pine AvenueAnna Maria, FL 34216www.tideandmoonjewelry.com(941) 778-4050Jewelry

Unique Boutique of the Women's Resource Center417 12th St. W.Bradenton, FL 34205www.wrcmanatee.org(941) 750-0032Department and Retail Stores

USHealth11330 77th St. E.Parrish, FL 34219www.ushagent.com/gregoryegan(941) 465-1270Health Insurance

VoterBuzz, LLCwww.voter-buzz.com(941) 773-9534Mobile App Development

Wagner Realty - Mark Reemelin2217 Gulf Dr. N.Bradenton Beach, FL 34217www.buyAMIre.com(941) 778-2246Real Estate - Residential

West Coast Woman's ClubPO Box 14413Bradenton, FL 34280gfwcwestwomansclub.comNon-Profit Organizations

Window Panes, Inc.www.windowpanesinc.vpweb.com(941) 465-7813Windows and Doors

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Congressman Vern Buchanan received the Free Enterprise Award in April from Moore Hallmark with the U.S. Chamber for his accumulative voting record of 88%. Congressman Buchanan is the Chairman of the Florida Congressional Delegation made up of 29 members.

Left to Right: Mosaic's Jackie Barron and Bart Arrington, Katherine Harris, Executive Chair of the Sarasota-Bradenton Pentathlon, Rae Dowling, FPL and Chamber Chair, and Neil Spirtas, Manatee Chamber of Commerce at breakfast regarding the 2014 Modern Pentathlon World Cup Finals.

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Corwin's Ice Cream and SmoothiesGrand Opening

1000 First Ave. W.Bradenton, FL 34205

(941) 748-8087www.corwinsicecream.com

John Fantucchio "Music for All Occasions"

Grand Opening3819 91st Ave. E.Parrish, FL 34219(941) 981-3070

Eastman Periodontics &Implants, P.L.L.C.

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Junk in the TrunkGrand Opening

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Ed's TavernNew Ownership

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Ribbon CuttingsThe Manatee Chamber is honored to celebrate with our members for the opening

of new, expanded and remodeled offices, locations and facilities. Congratulations!

Market on Main StreetGrand Opening312 12th St. W.

Bradenton, FL 34205(941) 254-4973

Spanky's Grill 41Grand Opening943 10th St. E.

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Member News

Century Employer Organization announces Daniel Carter as Director of Risk Management.

Natural Healing Arts Medical Center is happy to announce Dr. David Zamikoff was named one of the 2014 Worldwide Leaders in Healthcare by the International Association of Chiropractors. Dr. Zamikoff has been practicing in Bradenton since 1999 at Natural Healing Arts Medical Center.

The Eye Associates is proud to announce they have been recently certified by TearLab as an “Accredited Dry Eye Center”. The doctors at The Eye Associates have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of dry eye disease, and being certified demonstrates their expertise and dedication to providing the highest quality of dry eye care using advanced ophthalmic diagnostic techniques and treatments.

Blalock Walters’ principal Jenifer S. Schembri in the firm’s Tax, Estate Planning, and Business Law groups, has received the AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell. She is also Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Tax Law and a Certified Public Accountant.

Arts & Eats Restaurant and Gallery has been recognized by Governor Rick Scott as one of only 28 restaurants in the state of Florida to have no safety or sanitation violationswithin the past year. In addition, Arts &Eats has distinguished itself by remaining #1 out of 395 Bradenton restaurantson Trip Advisor with 204 reviews (85% 5-star) and a solid 5 star rating. The restaurant has been in the #1 spot since February, 2013 when it wasopen only 5 months.

ArtisTree Landscape Maintenance & Design is excited to announce they have been recognized for their commitment to safety excellence within their company by The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) for promoting safety within its company. A participant in PLANET’s STARS Safe

Company Program (Safety Training Achieves Remarkable Success), ArtisTree joins other green industry professionals nationwide in efforts to reduce hazards and injuries through internal programs, events, well-maintained equipment and proper work gear.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County was awarded a $10,000 grant from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation. Andy Minor, Merrill Lynch/Bank of America Corporation Vice President and Wealth Management Advisor, presented the grant to Valerie Bliss, Vice President of Development for Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County in April. The grant from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation will contribute to the Career Launch Program at the Harllee Middle School and Southeast High School Boys & Girls Clubs. This program provides a broad range of tools and activities to guide teens (ages 13 to 18) in exploring a variety of careers, making sound educational decisions and preparing for the world of work.

Eastman Periodontics and Implants, PLLC has opened a new practice in the Lakewood Ranch Medical Office building behind Lakewood Ranch Hospital alongside of other health professionals like cardiologists, oncologists and pain management specialists. Dr. Eastman is passionate about reducing the risks of developing serious conditions such as heart disease, pancreatic cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease related to the chronic inflammation linked with gum disease.



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Your Chamber WINS BIG with Triple CrownClassic Membership CampaignThis year’s membership campaign was a great success thanks to our fantastic campaign volunteers.These dynamic business and community leaders worked hard at recruiting new members and serve as ongoing Champions for the Chamber. Their efforts help the Manatee Chamber of Commerce remain the largest Chamber in the Tampa Bay region and allow us to continue delivering consistent and powerful benefits to our members.

Congratulations Campaign Winners

WIN…Top Recruiter and Grand Prize Winner Darrell Turner, Turner Tree & Landscape

Darrell took home a spectacular "Island Staycation" package complete with 3-night stay and golf cart rental sponsored by Duncan Real Estate, along with several island restaurant gift certificates.

SHOW…2nd Highest RecruiterJonathan Fleece, Blalock Walters, P.A.

Jonathan took home our "Advertising at its Finest" package including valuable advertising opportunities compliments of the Manatee Chamber and Bradenton Herald.

PLACE…3rd Highest RecruiterTom Seguin, Suncoast Gems

Tom took home our "Home and Car Care" package including unlimited car washes for a year compliments of Clear Sunset Car Wash, a full professional auto detail and oil changes compliments of AutoNation Ford, and home cleaning compliments of DL Hayes Cleaning.

Campaign Team with the Most WinsTeam Lisa Arrigo-Hoban

They will enjoy a celebratory dinner at Anna Maria Oyster Bar hosted by John Horne.

Campaign Top RecruitersOur top eight recruiters will enjoy a celebratory dinner at the award-winning Beach Bistro compliments of Sean Murphy.

Highest “Purse” WinnerDarrell Turner

Darrell took home a beautiful lady’s sterling silver cuff bracelet compliments of Suncoast Gems.

BBC Top RecruiterTom Seguin, Suncoast Gems

Tom took home a goodie bag full of Chamber member gift certificates compliments of the BBC Committee.

MYP Top RecruiterJohn Nash, 1st Manatee Bank

John gets to select a $100 gift certificate to the Chamber member of his choice compliments of Manatee Young Professionals.

Arts & Eats Restaurant and Gallery | Bealls, Inc./Bealls Outlet Stores, Inc. | Blalock Walters, P.A. | Boyd Insurance & Investment ServicesHampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District | Canada Med Services | Cardiovascular Solutions InstituteDieter’s Sod & Landscaping |Dr. Chris Brugger, D.C. | Duffy’s Tavern | Eat Here | Gecko’s Grill & Pub | Gettel Automotive Family of DealershipsGigi’s Cupcakes of Sarasota | Harry’s Continental Kitchen | Hometown News USA - Lakewood Ranch | Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country ClubManson Roofing |Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota | Mexicali Border Café | Pittsburgh Pirates & Bradenton Marauders | Pro Image SportsRealize Bradenton | S2 Timing | Salon Uptown Downtown | Sandbar, BeacHhouse, Mar Vista | Sea Breeze Coffee & Tea | Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf | South Florida Museum | Tampa Bay Rays | The Mosaic Company | The Waiting Game | TreeUmph! Adventure Course | Waterlefe Golf & River Club | Webtivity Designs

THANK YOU to all of our amazing membership campaign volunteers,

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Tues. 3 BBC Advisory Committee Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Board RoomWed. 4 VIP Breakfast with Matthew Kroenig 7:30 - 9:00 AM Renaissance on 9th Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Cedar Reef Fish Camp Chamber Healthcare Committee Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Board RoomFri. 6 SRQ Breakfast 7:30 - 9:30 AM Lakewood Ranch McClure Center MYP Leadership Committee Meeting 12:00 - 1:00 PM Bradenton Board RoomTues. 10 Scam Alert Seminar 9:00 - 11:00 AM Bradenton Board Room Business After Hours 5:00 - 7:00 PM BB&T (University & Honore)Wed. 11 Transportation Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Board RoomThurs. 12 Bagels & Benefits Member Reception 7:45 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Board Room MYP Networking Social 5:00 - 7:00 PM Mexicali Border Cafe (SR 70)Fri. 13 Sporting Clays Fun Shoot 8:00 - 2:00 PM Ancient Oak Gun ClubTues. 17 Chamber Technology Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:30 AM Bradenton Board Room Green Business Initiative Committee Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Board RoomWed. 18 Chamber Executive Committee Meeting 7:45 - 9:30 AM Bradenton Board Room Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Waterlefe Golf & River ClubThurs. 19 Leadership Manatee BOG Meeting 1:00 - 4:30 PM Pirate CityFri. 20 Breakfast with the Chairman 7:45 - 9:00 AM Lakewood Ranch McClure Center Natural Resources Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Board Room Chamber Friends Committee Meeting 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM Bradenton Board RoomTues. 24 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 PM Braenton Board RoomWed. 25 MYPower Networking Lunch 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM Blu Mangrove Grill Infill Task Force Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Board RoomThurs. 26 Coffee Club 7:45 - 9:00 AM Manatee Glens Hospital & Addiction Ctr.Fri. 27 Downtown Redevelopment Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Board Room

Tues. 1 BBC Advisory Committee Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Board RoomWed. 2 Power Connection Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Flying Dog Cafe Chamber Healthcare Committee Meeting 4:00 - 5:30 PM Bradenton Board RoomFri. 4 Chamber Offices ClosedMon. 7 Nominating Committee Meeting 3:00 - 5:00 PM Bradenton Board RoomTues. 8 Business After Hours 5:00 - 7:00 PM Drips n PuddlesThurs. 10 MYP Networking Social 5:00 - 7:00 PM Stonewood Grill (Cortez Rd.)Fri. 11 VIP Breakfast with Sheriff Brad Steube 7:30 - 9:00 AM Bradenton Country ClubTues. 15 Chamber Technology Committee Meeting 8:00 - 9:30 AM Bradenton Board Room

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April Coffee Club

Saint Stephen’s would like to thank our fellow chamber members who attended the Coffee Club on April 24th. The breakfast provided a great networking opportunity and we were pleased to showcase our new Moore Athletic Complex at Turner Fields.

We would like to thank all of our raffle donors for a record number of wonderful prizes and the Tropicana orange juice donation was enjoyed by all. We cordially invite you to attend one or more of our home athletic events in the coming year.

If you are interested in learning more about Saint Stephen’s, please visit our website at www.saintstephens.org. We are currently accepting students in all grades [PK3 – 12] for the 2014 – 2015 school year. Please contact Director of Admissions Linda Lutz with questions or to arrange a tour of the campus: [email protected] or 941-746-2121 ext. 1568.

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