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October 2008
INSIDE
EMERGE Hosts Book Review .. . . 4 Small Business Award . . . . . . . . . . 6 Catalyst Campaign . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 New Members . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Leadership Lakeland XXVI . . .11 Members on the Move . . . . . .17 Ribbon Cuttings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Partnership Between PCPS Career Academies and PCC’s Corporate College As the Polk County Public Schools (PCPS) establish Career Academies throughout the county, the strong partnership forged with Polk Community College has become increasingly apparent. The collaborative efforts will certainly strengthen the workforce in our community. The PCC Corporate College has worked with numerous businesses throughout Polk County and has become the single source of training for many. As companies explore relocating to the market or expanding their current businesses, the Corporate College works with them at the earliest developmental stages to meet their workforce needs. The relationship between the Polk County School Board and the PCC Corporate College will prove to be a catalyst that will attract new businesses to the area, entice younger workers to stay in the community, and keep the community’s workforce skills and knowledge current. Channeling highly skilled employees to Polk County’s industries is a major goal of this partnership. A great example of this partnership can be seen with the new Central Florida Aviation and Aerospace Academy offered through Kathleen High School at the Florida Air Museum at Sun ‘n Fun. This initiative is just one of many that the PCC Corporate College and PCPS are presently working on that is designed to result in a larger aviation industry sector surrounding the Linder Airport. An initiative underway with Lakeland Electric represents another example of the partnership between PCC Corporate College and the PCPS. Lakeland Electric has partnered with both educational entities to prepare to meet the skilled labor demands predicted, as large numbers of baby boomers leave the workforce over the next five to ten years. The Corporate College’s role is to provide technical skills upgrades for the incumbent workforce, while the PCPS are building a Power Career Academy at Tenoroc High School to meet the future employment needs of the company by training and channeling skilled workers from within the community. The collaborative effort between PCC and the PCPS extends well beyond these two initiatives. PCPS is planning career academies in Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management that will coincide perfectly with the Corporate College’s manufacturing training Supply Chain Institute with Winter Haven High School. In addition, PCC has partnered with the PCPS to develop the Bartow Medical Academy at Bartow High School and the Academy of Legal Studies at George Jenkins High School. The partnerships between PCC and PCPS benefit our community by creating a pipeline of skilled workers to maintain and expand the local workforce, enabling future economic growth and stability for both individuals and businesses.
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Upcoming Meetings & Events
All meetings are held at the Chamber unless otherwise noted.
Timothy F. Campbell Chairman of the Board
Aaron Bates Managing Editor
Rachel Aycock Editor 863/669.8775
Entrepreneurial Academy, 5:45 p.m.
October 7
Chairman’s Circle Luncheon, Noon. Lakeland Yacht and Country Club, 929 Lake Hollingsworth Drive.
October 8
Government Affairs, 8:00 a.m.
BusinessVoice, 9:00 a.m.
Entrepreneurial Academy, 5:45 p.m.
October 9
Leadership Lakeland XXVI, City Government Day.
Business & Breakfast, 7:30 a.m. Lakeland Habitat for Humanity, 1317 George Jenkins Boulevard.
October 15
Executive Committee Meeting, 4:00 p.m.
Entrepreneurial Academy, 5:45 p.m.
October 16
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EMERGE Lakeland Steering, Committee Meeting, 3:45 p.m.
October 22
Board of Directors Meeting, Noon. Lakeland Yacht and Country Club, 929 Lake Hollingsworth Drive.
Entrepreneurial Academy, 5:45 p.m.
October 23
Business After Hours, 5:30 p.m. Lakeland Surgical & Diagnostic Center, 1315 North Florida Avenue.
October 28
Investment Committee Meeting, 4:00 p.m.
October 29
Entrepreneurial Academy, 5:45 p.m.
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October 2008 Vol. XVIII, No. 10
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EMERGE members participated in a book review by Dr. Larry Ross of Florida Southern College on August 12. Dr. Ross reviewed “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable,” by Patrick Lencioni. EMERGE members listened and asked questions while eating lunch at the President’s Dining Hall in the Charles T. Thrift Building on the campus of Florida Southern College. EMERGE Lakeland thanks Dr. Ross and Florida Southern College for a great event. Following the event EMERGE members delivered leftover food to the Talbot House in Lakeland. EMERGE members also participated in a presentation on branding for downtown Lakeland. The Lakeland Downtown Development Authority’s branding consultants conducted their second meeting to present and gain community input regarding the branding process of downtown Lakeland. Future branding meetings will be scheduled. Visit www.emergelakeland.com to learn more about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities and development and social outings. You can also click on the EMERGE logo at www.lakelandchamber.com.
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September Small Business of the Month Award Winner Classic Controls, Inc.
5095 South Lakeland Drive • P.O. Box 6187 Lakeland, FL 33807-6187 863/644-3642 • www.classiccontrols.com Classic Controls, Inc. is an instrumentation, valve, and system representative, serving industrial customers in the State of Florida in the power generation, chemical, phosphate, food, pulp & paper, water, and wastewater process markets. In 1991, Classic Controls, Inc. was founded by Ray Anderson, joined by Shawn Warren and two other employees. A year later Jim LeVine joined the team. Now in their 18th year of business, Classic Controls, Inc. has grown into one of the most respected representative firms in the State of Florida. Shawn and Jim recently completed their buyout from Ray, but Ray is still an integral part of the team. Together, Shawn, Jim, Ray and their 18 employees bring their talents and dedication together to serve their customers. Classic Controls, Inc. started as a pure sales office, but it quickly grew to add full service capabilities including instrument calibration & repair, system integration, and control valve repair. The owners and staff represent and service the highest quality Shawn Warren and Ray Anderson accept the September Small Business products that measure such things as flow, pressure, level, of the Month Award from Ginny Houghton (Allen & Company of Florida, temperature, pH, conductivity, etc. and monitor and control it with Inc.). systems small to large, down to the final control elements of control valves. When it comes to controls, they have it covered for your plant. What’s the company’s key to success? Its team! “We have been truly blessed Hosted by: in the quality of each employee that has joined our team and shares our vision of customer satisfaction” says co-owner Shawn Warren. That’s certainly not an easy undertaking- in addition to learning about 1317 George each product and service, team members Jenkins Boulevard must support each division equally. The owners of Classic Controls, Inc. Thursday, October 9 live by the phrase, “Do the right thing”. 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. These simple words offer a solution to complicated challenges and have been “Lakeland Economic the foundation of trust for their customers Presenting Development Update” and principals. Classic Controls, Inc. is Sponsor: Speaker: also proud to “do the right thing” by Bill Mutz, Chairman of the Board giving back to local communities, schools, Lakeland Economic youth sports and charities. They have Development Council been supporters of many charities and encourage employees to do the same. The Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate Classic Controls, Inc. as the September Please R.S.V.P. by 5:00 p.m. the day prior to Small Business of the Month award the event to 863/688-8551 Ext 232 or $5 Chamber Member E-mail: [email protected] winner. $15 Non-Member
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Time to Purchase a New Car! Chamber members and potential new members enjoyed the outstanding hospitality of Regal Automotive Group and the Campisi family at our August Business After Hours. Gathering in the Honda Showroom, nearly 200 guests braved the remnants of Hurricane Fay to network and meet our newest members. The staff at Regal offered fabulous service, from shuttling people to the entrance to providing the DJ entertainment. There’s no doubt they entertained a few new car shoppers as well. Even the food was a big hit - offering many guests the opportunity to try something new - fried gator tail! Our thanks go out to Sal Campisi, Renee Campisi and the entire staff at Regal for a fabulous event.
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Catalyst Campaign Celebrates Victory!
Showing “pizza prowess” at the Kickoff: Vice Chair Kathryn Koch-O’Malley and the Colonial Bank team Barbara Cadiz and Team Captain Nancy Kahrs.
Allen & Company of Florida Team Captain Nick Stevens with Furr & Wegman Architects, PA team members Cindy Green & Crystal Lester work on their Kickoff Pizza.
Wearing their chocolate-making gear, Campaign Chair Nancy Cattarius (WONN/WPCV/WLKF/ WWRZ Radio) and Team Captain Kathy Wallen (The NCT Group CPA’s, LLP) show their Campaign pride!
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On September 16, Catalyst Campaign Chair Nancy Cattarius (WONN/WPCV/ WLKF/WWRZ Radio) claimed victory on behalf of 20 corporate teams and the Chamber of Commerce! As a part of their grand opening celebration, Leading Edge Aviation hosted a gala for board members, volunteers and their dedicated companies. Final results will be available in the November Forum for Business Monthly. Take a look back at our adventures from this summer…
The Chamber is Proud to Welcome 18 New Members for August 2008 Through their membership in the Chamber, businesses invest in themselves and their community. We urge you to “Buy Lakeland. It makes good cents!” by doing business with these new Chamber members. For the most up-to-date list of members, visit our on-line Preferred Business Directory at www.lakelandchamber.com!
AFLAC/Nadine Perez Lakeland, FL 33809-5943 (561) 865-1127 Nadine Perez Insurance Art In Motion Academy of Dance 1037 S Florida Ave Ste 105 Lakeland, FL 33803-1199 (863) 248-5888 www.aimdance.net Jennifer Davis Dance Studio Backyard Adventures IIPC, LLC 3111 US Highway 98 S Ste 130 Lakeland, FL 33803-8318 (863) 665-9876 Fax: (863) 665-4040 www.backyardadventuresfl.com Jeremy & Trish Yost Entertainment Fun Center Country Inn and Suites 4500 Lakeland Park Drive Lakeland, FL 33809 www.countryinns.com/lakelandfl Sheila Patel Hotels/Suites
Dutch Ireland Insurance, LLC 2031 E Edgewood Dr Ste 1 Lakeland 33803 PO Box 699 Eaton Park, FL 33840-0699 (863) 816-5828 www.di-ins.com Dutch Ireland Insurance
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central and Northern Florida 1719 W Kennedy Blvd Tampa, FL 33606-1643 (813) 288-2600 Fax: (813) 288-2605 www.wishcentral.org Kristin See Associations
Fairfield Inn & Suites 4307 Sterling Commerce Dr Plant City, FL 33566 (904) 249-9071 Ext 702 Fax: (904) 241-7743 www.marriott.com/tpapc Lisa Dickinson Hotels/Suites
Papa John’s Pizza 1849 E Memorial Blvd Lakeland, FL 33801-2226 (863) 680-4000 Fax: (863) 688-4043 www.papajohnsflorida.com George Cadorette Restaurants
Florida Gate Masters 5147 S Lakeland Dr Ste 3 Lakeland, FL 33813-2610 (863) 816-5838 Fax: (863) 816-5840 Byers Levy Gate Access/Control
Papa John’s Pizza 3505 Cleveland Heights Blvd Lakeland, FL 33803-4907 (863) 619-7272 Fax: (863) 619-3750 www.papajohnsflorida.com Johnie Lewis Restaurants
Franwell, Inc. 2525 Drane Field Rd Ste 9 Lakeland, FL 33811-1344 (863) 583-0228 (800) 639-1615 Fax: (863) 577-0955 www.franwell.com Grady Morrell
Create an Image Salon & Spa Inc. 3500 S Florida Ave Ste 6 Lakeland, FL 33803-4869 (863) 701-2887 Denise Lane Hair Salons
Integrity Reporting 3510 S Florida Ave Ste 101 Lakeland, FL 33803-4874 (863) 647-2800 Fax: (863) 647-0028 www.integrityreporting.net Suesanna M. Rice Court Reporters
Papa John’s Pizza 6747 US Highway 98 N Lakeland, FL 33809-6226 (863) 858-9090 Fax: (863) 858-4829 www.papajohnsflorida.com Ed Dimalanta Restaurants
Rounders Transportation & Logistics, Inc. 2920 Drane Field Rd Lakeland, FL 33811-1329 (863) 607-9810 (888) 687-5623 Fax: (863) 687-8035 www.rounderstransport.com Jeff Cox, Jr. Construction Total Advantage Beverage Group, LLC 464 W Pipkin Rd Ste 1 Lakeland, FL 33813-2699 (863) 644-9100 Fax: (863) 644-9144 www.xpress-caffe.com Gregory G. Smith Beverages Wiley & Malless, LLC 306 E Main St Ste 202 Lakeland, FL 33801-5023 (863) 688-6880 Fax: (863) 688-6887 www.wiley-malless.com James Malless Real Estate
Papa John’s Pizza 2105 E County Road 540 A Lakeland, FL 33813-3794 (863) 619-8700 Fax: (863) 647-2325 www.papajohnsflorida.com Justin Rutherford Restaurants
The Chamber would like to recognize and thank the following businesses for their long-standing support and loyalty:
20+ Years Renewals 1946 - 62 Years Gentry Morrison Funeral Home Southside 1969 - 39 Years McDonald Construction Corporation 1970 - 38 Years Gore’s, Inc. 1971 - 37 Years Meisner Paint & Body, Inc. 1972 - 36 Years Williams & Williams, Inc. 1973 - 35 Years Furr & Wegman Architects, P.A. 1974 - 34 Years The NCT Group C.P.A.’s, LLP 1975 - 33 Years Florida Baptist Childrens’ Homes, Inc. Poor Richard’s Print Shop Herndon & Associates, Insurance, LLC
1977 - 31 Years Saddle Creek Corporation National Memorials 1978 - 30 Years Yerton Leasing & Auto Sales, Inc. 1980 - 28 Years SCMH Architects, Inc. 1982 - 26 Years Robert L. Valentine, P.A. 1985 - 23 Years Knight Industrial Equipment, Inc. 1986 - 22 Years Polk Museum of Art Cheatham & Goleno Financial Services, P.A. 1987 - 21 Years Santa Fe Catholic High School 1988 - 20 Years Baskets Instead, Inc. Town & Country Termite & Pest Control, Inc.
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15 Years Renewals Jim Williams Fence Company MaxPak, LLC Ward’s Heating & Air Conditioning
10 Years Renewals Law Offices of Colon & Lopez, P.A. Baylis & Company, PA, CPA’s Talbot House Ministries, Inc. Mitchell’s Coffeehouse Central Sheet Metal & Steel, Inc.
5 Years Renewals Health Insurance of Florida, Inc. Masseys Painting, Inc. Ken Mullins Insurance
Leadership Lakeland Class XXVI Selected The Leadership Lakeland Class XXVI has been selected. Stacy CampbellDomineck, Polk Works, will serve as chair of this year’s class and Art Erickson, Florida Lifestyle Communities will serve as Chair-Elect. Christopher Asbill, Lanier Upshaw, Inc. Kandis Baker-Buford, Polk County Board of County Commissioners Sarah Case, JSK Consulting, Inc. Kay Cochran, Marriott Vacation Club International William Crowe, QMI/ITW Jerome Ferson, The Ledger Publishing Company Danita Frier, Central Florida Speech & Hearing Center Dr.Tarek Garas, Watson Clinic LLP Timothy Harris, The School Board of Polk County Ernie Ivey, Polk Community College Frederick John Koehler, II, Smart Creative Kelly Lane, Boys & Girls Clubs of Lakeland & Mulberry Michael LaPan, The Lakeland Center Gregory Madden, Madden Dan McBride, Victory Church Shawn McDonough, EXIT Realty of Lakeland Michael Micallef, Community Southern Bank Laura Newlin, Clark, Campbell & Mawhinney, P.A. Cory Petcoff, Baron Realty, Inc. James David Robinson, DSM Technology Consultants Linda Skillern, Crowe Horwath LLP Jacquelyn Small, Polk Works Michael Smith, Publix Super Markets, Inc. Monti Sommer, AMI Lakeland Anne Sullivan, The NCT Group CPA’s, LLP Tracey Tedder, Florida Southern College Naomi Tillett, Keith and Schnars, P.A. Jennifer Vaughn, Bank of Central Florida
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August New Member Reception
October 16 5:30—8 p.m.
GENERAL ADMISSION IS FREE
The August New Member Reception was hosted by Stinson’s Home Design Center, located at 2315 Commerce Point Dr. Ste. 130. With nearly 20 new member representatives in attendance, they were introduced to what programs and events the Chamber has to help them build their business. Good food and lots of networking made the evening a great success. Everyone enjoyed looking at the new flooring available to homeowners. Thanks to the Stinson’s and their staff for their hospitality. Riverside Bank is the Presenting Sponsor for the New Member Reception series.
Meet Local, State and Federal candidates Discuss Issues Participate in a Straw Poll Enjoy live entertainment, food and beverages
Presidential Sponsors
Coca-Cola Enterprises Colonial Bank The Ledger Publix Super Markets, Inc. WONN/WPCV/WLKF/WWRZ Radio
Senatorial Sponsors
Bernie Little Distributors Lakeland Electric
Straw Poll Sponsor
Folsom Construction, Inc.
Congressional Sponsors
Aiken Office Solutions CF Industries, Inc. Clark, Campbell and Mawhinney, PA The Fearn Partnership, Inc. Florida Strategic Group, LLC Lanier Upshaw, Inc. Party People Celebration Co. Ross Vecchio, PA Signs & Specialties, Inc. Valenti Campbell Trohn Tamayo & Aranda Verizon
New members listen as opportunities and programs are presented to them.
Gubernatorial Sponsors
Badcock Home Furniture & more Bank of Central Florida DMA Engineering, Inc. GLT Total Office Griffin Pools, Inc. The NCT Group CPA’s, LLP Parrish and Parrish CPA's, PA Rodda Construction, Inc. Sessums & Sessums, PA Solar Source Southside Cleaners - Launderers Ward’s Heating & Air Conditioning Watson Clinic LLP
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Members network with one another.
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2009 Board of Directors - Election Results The Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the following business leaders were elected by the Chamber’s 2,000+ member businesses to serve on the Chamber Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2009. The tremendous leadership and expertise of these individuals will be of great benefit to the organization in carrying out its mission: The Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce is the leading organization dedicated to creating a climate where business can prosper. A special “thank you” to the following Committee members: Chair Anu Saxena, Immediate Past Chair Paul Noris, Past Chair Maureen Shaw, board members Nancy Cattarius, Melinda Harrison, and Walker Wilkerson.
HUGH AUTRY
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
TODD BAYLIS
Cipher Integrations, Inc.
SYLVIA BLACKMON-ROBERTS Blackmon Roberts Group, Inc.
GARY CASSARD
Bright House Networks
DENIS COLE Firmenich
SCOTT GARDNER SunTrust Bank
TERRI GOLENO
Cheatham & Goleno Financial Services, P.A.
TIM JACKSON
NuJak Companies
JOE JOSEPH
Royal Granite & Marble LLC
STEVE MOORE
Florida Property & Development
BOB MORROW GEICO
TIM RICE
Ward’s Heating & Air Conditioning
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Everyone Wants to Save Money! The August 14 Business & Breakfast was hosted by Bridgewater LLC in their beautiful multi-purpose room at the Lake Club. Members and guests were eager to hear Jeff Sprague, Lakeland Electric, speak on “Save Money with Energy Conservation”. Jeff presented a “heads-up” on new programs planned by Lakeland Electric to save consumers money. Thanks to Tracy Brown and the staff of Bridgewater for hosting the event. Presenting Sponsor for the 2008 Business & Breakfast series is Regions Bank.
Chamber members network after the presentation.
Brenda Powers from Regions Bank speaks to Chamber members.
Tracy Brown, Marketing Coordinator for Bridgewater LLC, welcomes Chamber members.
Jeff Sprague, Lakeland Electric, gives his presentation to Chamber members.
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2008 Chamber Annual Meeting Save The Date! Tuesday, February 3, 2009 5:30 pm The Lakeland Center Your invitation will be mailed in December!
August Tourism Inquiries During the month of August, our Visitor Information Center assisted hundreds of individuals, answering questions pertaining to Chamber member businesses and the Lakeland community. Walk-in Visitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313 Relocation Response Mailings. . . . . . 12 Relocation Response (Walk-In) . . . . . 22 Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Winter Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Visitor Information Mailings . . . . . . . 41 Visitor Center E-mail Inquiries. . . . . 258
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Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce: 863/688-8551 EXECUTIVE OFFICE Kathleen Munson, president Ext. 234 - [email protected] Barbara Bennett, executive assistant Ext. 233 - [email protected] Sally Chapman, vice president, finance & operations Ext. 240 - [email protected] COMMUNICATIONS Aaron Bates, vice president Ext. 237 - [email protected] Angela McLacklan, administrative assistant Ext. 242 - [email protected] CONVENTION & VISITORS Bureau Jackie Johnson, senior vice president Ext. 223 - [email protected] Angela McLacklan, administrative assistant Ext. 242 - [email protected] Patty Smith, visitor information specialist Ext. 221 - [email protected]
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MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Terry Ottinger, vice president Ext. 231 - [email protected] Mary Stevenson, administrative assistant Ext. 232 - [email protected] Nikki Oakley, membership account executive Ext. 239 - [email protected] Amy Wiggins, membership account executive Ext. 229 - [email protected] Matthew Wengerd, membership account executive Ext. 236 - [email protected] MEMBER RELATIONS Carolyn Jackson, senior vice president Ext. 230 - [email protected] Christine Murphy, administrative assistant Ext. 228 - [email protected] PUBLIC AFFAIRS Ashley Link, vice president Ext. 241 - [email protected] Christine Murphy, administrative assistant Ext. 228 - [email protected] Visit the Lakeland Chamber Web site at: www.lakelandchamber.com
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October Members on the Move The Lakeland Chamber prints business announcements each month as space permits. Please mail your announcements to the Chamber or e-mail [email protected]. Polk Theatre anesthesiologists. Duane C. Baker, MD Waller Construction, Inc. The historic Polk Theatre announces the will serve all Watson Clinic patients who Brain Waller, of Waller Construction, Inc. in 2008/2009 Board of Trustees. undergo procedures at Lakeland Surgical and Lakeland, Florida has earned the designation Officers: President, Meri Mass; President Diagnostic Center. Dr. Baker received his of Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) from Elect, Ira Anderson; Treasurer, Jim Ham III; medical degree from East Tennessee State the National Association of Home Builders Secretary, Philip D. Wegman, AIA; Immediate University, Quillen-Dishner College of (NAHB) Remodelers Council. Brian Waller Past President, Dale Dreyer. is one of only 2,000 professional remodelers Medicine, in Johnson City, TN. nationwide who have attained or are in the Board of Trustees: Tom Anderson, Nathaly SCORE process of earning the CGR certification. Arredondo, Calvin Arter, Jr., Cathalain Carter, Central Florida SCORE is looking for Brian Dockery, Sergui Gherman, Ann Hilliard, volunteers to mentor small businesses. Call Waller Development, Inc. Ashley Link, Zenapha Milton, Cory Petcoff, 863/619-5783. Waller Development of Lakeland announces Jennifer Rumph, Donovan Tinsley, Julie the current major redevelopment of the former Townsend, Cassandra Trohn, Joyce Tubb and Saddle Creek Corporation Stille Real Estate Building located at 1602 Ryan Tucholski. Improving efficiencies and accommodating South Florida Avenue. Waller Development seasonal fluctuations are two key reasons why has recently redeveloped Waller Plaza (801 December 2008 Celebrates Polk Theater’s Hornell Brewing Company, Inc., national South Florida Ave) and Dixieland CRA 2008 80th Anniversary. marketer of the famous Arizona ® brand iced Award Winning Waller Lofts (1074 South teas and other beverages, is turning to Saddle Florida Ave). The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Creek Corporation for its logistics needs in Channa Petrocelli, Business Development the Southeast. ASC geosciences, inc. Manager for M.E. Wilson Co., Inc. has signed ASC geosciences, inc., through its affiliate in on as corporate chair of the 2008 Polk Light The Bank of Central Florida New Delhi, India, has been awarded a contract Night® Walk, for the Central Florida Chapter Paul Noris, President and CEO of the Bank for geotechnical instrumentation services of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. of Central Florida, announced Gwyndolyn on an integrated gas utilization project in Light the Night is an annual fundraising Hughes will be the Private Banker for the new Angola on the west-African subcontinent. event held each fall to raise money for cancer South Lakeland office which will open in early The Angola LNG project, a joint venture of research and patient services. Participants at 2009. Ms. Hughes was most recently with 5 international energy firms, will ultimately the walk carry illuminated balloons – white Regions Bank as Assistant Vice President/ tap over 10 trillion cubic feet of gas reserves for survivors, red for supporters – to honor Assistant Branch manager. from offshore blocks near the city of Soyo in and commemorate lives touched by blood the Zaire province of Angola. cancer. In Central Florida, the Polk County Citizens Bank & Trust Walk will take place on Saturday, October 4th Citizens Bank & Trust is on the move again Allen & Company at Munn Park in downtown Lakeland. in Lakeland as Polk County’s oldest bank A group of professionals from Allen & continues its westward expansion. As the Company recently attended a conference Community Foundation of Greater signature tenant of the 6-story Citizens Bank facilitated by Cannon Financial Institute’s Lakeland, Inc. & Trust Plaza on Lake Morton, the bank Chief Executive Officer Phil Buchanan, CFP. The Community Foundation of Greater relocated its Downtown Lakeland office there The conference was part of a comprehensive Lakeland is pleased to announce that the in September.”The move to an existing high course study to obtain the Certified Wealth following business and community leaders quality office building enables us to expedite Strategist designation. have been elected to serve on the Foundations our schedule to offer a full-service banking, Board of Directors, for the 2008 – 2009 fiscal finance, lending, trust and investments center Allen & Company of Florida, Inc. is pleased year: Ralph Allen, Lew Belcourt, John Cannon in the downtown area,” said Citizens President to announce that Iradis Vazquez has joined the III, Brenda Craft, Lynn Fischer Kryger, Sam and CEO Greg Littleton. firm. Iradis comes to Allen & Company from Hart, A.L. “Judge” Holmes, Martha Linder, Fidelity Investments in Jacksonville, where Charles McPherson, John Scheck, Sandra Waller Realty, LLC she obtained her Series 7 and 63 securities Sheets, Ihla Sloman, David Touchton, Jefrey Jimmy Waller, managing Broker, has licenses. R. Walker, and Terry Worthington. The successfully completed the following, the tremendous leadership and expertise of these prestigious Certified Commercial Investment Representative Seth McKeel individuals will be of great benefit to the Member Designation course. The Foundation for Florida’s Future released organization in carrying out its mission. Florida’s Education Report Card, the inaugural Talitha Bean, Commercial Property Manager, guide on how well Florida’s legislatures are Watson Clinic has successfully completed the following keeping the promise of a quality education. Watson Clinic is pleased to welcome an course, Certified Property Management More Members on the Move on Page 18 additional member to our expert team of Specialist Designation (CPMS).
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Ribbon Cuttings
The following companies recently celebrated their ribbon cuttings in the month of August. See these photos in full color by visiting our Web site at www.lakelandchamber.com!
Citrus Connection/Lakeland Area Mass Transit Dist. 1212 George Jenkins Boulevard, Lakeland, 33815 863/688-7433 Ext. 106 www.ridecitrus.com
Explorations V Children’s Museum 109 North Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland, 33801 863/687-3869 www.explorationsv.com
October Members on the Move Continued from Page 17
Rep. Seth McKeel earned a 106% on his Legislative Report Card based on his voting record for the 2008 Legislative Session. Boys and Girls Clubs of Lakeland, Inc. Congratulations to Mitch Weinstein for being honored as Boys & Girls Clubs of America Board Member of the Year for the State of Florida. Lakeland Christian School, Inc. Julie Rice has been appointed Director of Community Relations for Lakeland Christian School. She will be primarily responsible for introducing the school to prospective LCS families. All Saints’ Academy All Saints’ Academy experienced extraordinary growth and has nearly outgrown the capacity of its infrastructure (pipes, pumping station, communications, etc.), therefore, the school is in the midst of completing an important upgrade to ensure its current services meet the growing needs of the community and students it serves.
My Pet’s Animal Hospital 2225 Drane Field Road, Lakeland, 33801 863/646-3669 • www.floridavet.com
Ribbon Cutting Thank You
St. Joseph’s Catholic School St. Joseph’s Catholic School will celebrate 70 years of Catholic education on Thursday, October 30, 2008 at The Club at Eaglebrooke. Tables for 10 are $1,500 each and individual tickets are $75. For more information, please contact the Development Office at 863/683-8780.
Special thanks to Mayor Buddy Fletcher and all of the board members and Chamber Champions who truly make these ceremonies a special event.
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EMERGE Hosts Book Review .. . . 4 Small Business Award . . . . . . . . . . 6 Catalyst Campaign . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 New Members . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Leadership Lakeland XXVI . . .11 Members on the Move . . . . . .17 Ribbon Cuttings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Partnership Between PCPS Career Academies and PCC’s Corporate College As the Polk County Public Schools (PCPS) establish Career Academies throughout the county, the strong partnership forged with Polk Community College has become increasingly apparent. The collaborative efforts will certainly strengthen the workforce in our community. The PCC Corporate College has worked with numerous businesses throughout Polk County and has become the single source of training for many. As companies explore relocating to the market or expanding their current businesses, the Corporate College works with them at the earliest developmental stages to meet their workforce needs. The relationship between the Polk County School Board and the PCC Corporate College will prove to be a catalyst that will attract new businesses to the area, entice younger workers to stay in the community, and keep the community’s workforce skills and knowledge current. Channeling highly skilled employees to Polk County’s industries is a major goal of this partnership. A great example of this partnership can be seen with the new Central Florida Aviation and Aerospace Academy offered through Kathleen High School at the Florida Air Museum at Sun ‘n Fun. This initiative is just one of many that the PCC Corporate College and PCPS are presently working on that is designed to result in a larger aviation industry sector surrounding the Linder Airport. An initiative underway with Lakeland Electric represents another example of the partnership between PCC Corporate College and the PCPS. Lakeland Electric has partnered with both educational entities to prepare to meet the skilled labor demands predicted, as large numbers of baby boomers leave the workforce over the next five to ten years. The Corporate College’s role is to provide technical skills upgrades for the incumbent workforce, while the PCPS are building a Power Career Academy at Tenoroc High School to meet the future employment needs of the company by training and channeling skilled workers from within the community. The collaborative effort between PCC and the PCPS extends well beyond these two initiatives. PCPS is planning career academies in Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management that will coincide perfectly with the Corporate College’s manufacturing training Supply Chain Institute with Winter Haven High School. In addition, PCC has partnered with the PCPS to develop the Bartow Medical Academy at Bartow High School and the Academy of Legal Studies at George Jenkins High School. The partnerships between PCC and PCPS benefit our community by creating a pipeline of skilled workers to maintain and expand the local workforce, enabling future economic growth and stability for both individuals and businesses.
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Upcoming Meetings & Events
All meetings are held at the Chamber unless otherwise noted.
Timothy F. Campbell Chairman of the Board
Aaron Bates Managing Editor
Rachel Aycock Editor 863/669.8775
Entrepreneurial Academy, 5:45 p.m.
October 7
Chairman’s Circle Luncheon, Noon. Lakeland Yacht and Country Club, 929 Lake Hollingsworth Drive.
October 8
Government Affairs, 8:00 a.m.
BusinessVoice, 9:00 a.m.
Entrepreneurial Academy, 5:45 p.m.
October 9
Leadership Lakeland XXVI, City Government Day.
Business & Breakfast, 7:30 a.m. Lakeland Habitat for Humanity, 1317 George Jenkins Boulevard.
October 15
Executive Committee Meeting, 4:00 p.m.
Entrepreneurial Academy, 5:45 p.m.
October 16
Politics in the Park - Free Admission, Lake Mirror Promenade, 5:30 p.m.
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EMERGE Lakeland Steering, Committee Meeting, 3:45 p.m.
October 22
Board of Directors Meeting, Noon. Lakeland Yacht and Country Club, 929 Lake Hollingsworth Drive.
Entrepreneurial Academy, 5:45 p.m.
October 23
Business After Hours, 5:30 p.m. Lakeland Surgical & Diagnostic Center, 1315 North Florida Avenue.
October 28
Investment Committee Meeting, 4:00 p.m.
October 29
Entrepreneurial Academy, 5:45 p.m.
Kathleen L. Munson Publisher & President
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October 2008 Vol. XVIII, No. 10
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EMERGE members participated in a book review by Dr. Larry Ross of Florida Southern College on August 12. Dr. Ross reviewed “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable,” by Patrick Lencioni. EMERGE members listened and asked questions while eating lunch at the President’s Dining Hall in the Charles T. Thrift Building on the campus of Florida Southern College. EMERGE Lakeland thanks Dr. Ross and Florida Southern College for a great event. Following the event EMERGE members delivered leftover food to the Talbot House in Lakeland. EMERGE members also participated in a presentation on branding for downtown Lakeland. The Lakeland Downtown Development Authority’s branding consultants conducted their second meeting to present and gain community input regarding the branding process of downtown Lakeland. Future branding meetings will be scheduled. Visit www.emergelakeland.com to learn more about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities and development and social outings. You can also click on the EMERGE logo at www.lakelandchamber.com.
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September Small Business of the Month Award Winner Classic Controls, Inc.
5095 South Lakeland Drive • P.O. Box 6187 Lakeland, FL 33807-6187 863/644-3642 • www.classiccontrols.com Classic Controls, Inc. is an instrumentation, valve, and system representative, serving industrial customers in the State of Florida in the power generation, chemical, phosphate, food, pulp & paper, water, and wastewater process markets. In 1991, Classic Controls, Inc. was founded by Ray Anderson, joined by Shawn Warren and two other employees. A year later Jim LeVine joined the team. Now in their 18th year of business, Classic Controls, Inc. has grown into one of the most respected representative firms in the State of Florida. Shawn and Jim recently completed their buyout from Ray, but Ray is still an integral part of the team. Together, Shawn, Jim, Ray and their 18 employees bring their talents and dedication together to serve their customers. Classic Controls, Inc. started as a pure sales office, but it quickly grew to add full service capabilities including instrument calibration & repair, system integration, and control valve repair. The owners and staff represent and service the highest quality Shawn Warren and Ray Anderson accept the September Small Business products that measure such things as flow, pressure, level, of the Month Award from Ginny Houghton (Allen & Company of Florida, temperature, pH, conductivity, etc. and monitor and control it with Inc.). systems small to large, down to the final control elements of control valves. When it comes to controls, they have it covered for your plant. What’s the company’s key to success? Its team! “We have been truly blessed Hosted by: in the quality of each employee that has joined our team and shares our vision of customer satisfaction” says co-owner Shawn Warren. That’s certainly not an easy undertaking- in addition to learning about 1317 George each product and service, team members Jenkins Boulevard must support each division equally. The owners of Classic Controls, Inc. Thursday, October 9 live by the phrase, “Do the right thing”. 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. These simple words offer a solution to complicated challenges and have been “Lakeland Economic the foundation of trust for their customers Presenting Development Update” and principals. Classic Controls, Inc. is Sponsor: Speaker: also proud to “do the right thing” by Bill Mutz, Chairman of the Board giving back to local communities, schools, Lakeland Economic youth sports and charities. They have Development Council been supporters of many charities and encourage employees to do the same. The Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate Classic Controls, Inc. as the September Please R.S.V.P. by 5:00 p.m. the day prior to Small Business of the Month award the event to 863/688-8551 Ext 232 or $5 Chamber Member E-mail: [email protected] winner. $15 Non-Member
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Time to Purchase a New Car! Chamber members and potential new members enjoyed the outstanding hospitality of Regal Automotive Group and the Campisi family at our August Business After Hours. Gathering in the Honda Showroom, nearly 200 guests braved the remnants of Hurricane Fay to network and meet our newest members. The staff at Regal offered fabulous service, from shuttling people to the entrance to providing the DJ entertainment. There’s no doubt they entertained a few new car shoppers as well. Even the food was a big hit - offering many guests the opportunity to try something new - fried gator tail! Our thanks go out to Sal Campisi, Renee Campisi and the entire staff at Regal for a fabulous event.
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Catalyst Campaign Celebrates Victory!
Showing “pizza prowess” at the Kickoff: Vice Chair Kathryn Koch-O’Malley and the Colonial Bank team Barbara Cadiz and Team Captain Nancy Kahrs.
Allen & Company of Florida Team Captain Nick Stevens with Furr & Wegman Architects, PA team members Cindy Green & Crystal Lester work on their Kickoff Pizza.
Wearing their chocolate-making gear, Campaign Chair Nancy Cattarius (WONN/WPCV/WLKF/ WWRZ Radio) and Team Captain Kathy Wallen (The NCT Group CPA’s, LLP) show their Campaign pride!
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On September 16, Catalyst Campaign Chair Nancy Cattarius (WONN/WPCV/ WLKF/WWRZ Radio) claimed victory on behalf of 20 corporate teams and the Chamber of Commerce! As a part of their grand opening celebration, Leading Edge Aviation hosted a gala for board members, volunteers and their dedicated companies. Final results will be available in the November Forum for Business Monthly. Take a look back at our adventures from this summer…
The Chamber is Proud to Welcome 18 New Members for August 2008 Through their membership in the Chamber, businesses invest in themselves and their community. We urge you to “Buy Lakeland. It makes good cents!” by doing business with these new Chamber members. For the most up-to-date list of members, visit our on-line Preferred Business Directory at www.lakelandchamber.com!
AFLAC/Nadine Perez Lakeland, FL 33809-5943 (561) 865-1127 Nadine Perez Insurance Art In Motion Academy of Dance 1037 S Florida Ave Ste 105 Lakeland, FL 33803-1199 (863) 248-5888 www.aimdance.net Jennifer Davis Dance Studio Backyard Adventures IIPC, LLC 3111 US Highway 98 S Ste 130 Lakeland, FL 33803-8318 (863) 665-9876 Fax: (863) 665-4040 www.backyardadventuresfl.com Jeremy & Trish Yost Entertainment Fun Center Country Inn and Suites 4500 Lakeland Park Drive Lakeland, FL 33809 www.countryinns.com/lakelandfl Sheila Patel Hotels/Suites
Dutch Ireland Insurance, LLC 2031 E Edgewood Dr Ste 1 Lakeland 33803 PO Box 699 Eaton Park, FL 33840-0699 (863) 816-5828 www.di-ins.com Dutch Ireland Insurance
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central and Northern Florida 1719 W Kennedy Blvd Tampa, FL 33606-1643 (813) 288-2600 Fax: (813) 288-2605 www.wishcentral.org Kristin See Associations
Fairfield Inn & Suites 4307 Sterling Commerce Dr Plant City, FL 33566 (904) 249-9071 Ext 702 Fax: (904) 241-7743 www.marriott.com/tpapc Lisa Dickinson Hotels/Suites
Papa John’s Pizza 1849 E Memorial Blvd Lakeland, FL 33801-2226 (863) 680-4000 Fax: (863) 688-4043 www.papajohnsflorida.com George Cadorette Restaurants
Florida Gate Masters 5147 S Lakeland Dr Ste 3 Lakeland, FL 33813-2610 (863) 816-5838 Fax: (863) 816-5840 Byers Levy Gate Access/Control
Papa John’s Pizza 3505 Cleveland Heights Blvd Lakeland, FL 33803-4907 (863) 619-7272 Fax: (863) 619-3750 www.papajohnsflorida.com Johnie Lewis Restaurants
Franwell, Inc. 2525 Drane Field Rd Ste 9 Lakeland, FL 33811-1344 (863) 583-0228 (800) 639-1615 Fax: (863) 577-0955 www.franwell.com Grady Morrell
Create an Image Salon & Spa Inc. 3500 S Florida Ave Ste 6 Lakeland, FL 33803-4869 (863) 701-2887 Denise Lane Hair Salons
Integrity Reporting 3510 S Florida Ave Ste 101 Lakeland, FL 33803-4874 (863) 647-2800 Fax: (863) 647-0028 www.integrityreporting.net Suesanna M. Rice Court Reporters
Papa John’s Pizza 6747 US Highway 98 N Lakeland, FL 33809-6226 (863) 858-9090 Fax: (863) 858-4829 www.papajohnsflorida.com Ed Dimalanta Restaurants
Rounders Transportation & Logistics, Inc. 2920 Drane Field Rd Lakeland, FL 33811-1329 (863) 607-9810 (888) 687-5623 Fax: (863) 687-8035 www.rounderstransport.com Jeff Cox, Jr. Construction Total Advantage Beverage Group, LLC 464 W Pipkin Rd Ste 1 Lakeland, FL 33813-2699 (863) 644-9100 Fax: (863) 644-9144 www.xpress-caffe.com Gregory G. Smith Beverages Wiley & Malless, LLC 306 E Main St Ste 202 Lakeland, FL 33801-5023 (863) 688-6880 Fax: (863) 688-6887 www.wiley-malless.com James Malless Real Estate
Papa John’s Pizza 2105 E County Road 540 A Lakeland, FL 33813-3794 (863) 619-8700 Fax: (863) 647-2325 www.papajohnsflorida.com Justin Rutherford Restaurants
The Chamber would like to recognize and thank the following businesses for their long-standing support and loyalty:
20+ Years Renewals 1946 - 62 Years Gentry Morrison Funeral Home Southside 1969 - 39 Years McDonald Construction Corporation 1970 - 38 Years Gore’s, Inc. 1971 - 37 Years Meisner Paint & Body, Inc. 1972 - 36 Years Williams & Williams, Inc. 1973 - 35 Years Furr & Wegman Architects, P.A. 1974 - 34 Years The NCT Group C.P.A.’s, LLP 1975 - 33 Years Florida Baptist Childrens’ Homes, Inc. Poor Richard’s Print Shop Herndon & Associates, Insurance, LLC
1977 - 31 Years Saddle Creek Corporation National Memorials 1978 - 30 Years Yerton Leasing & Auto Sales, Inc. 1980 - 28 Years SCMH Architects, Inc. 1982 - 26 Years Robert L. Valentine, P.A. 1985 - 23 Years Knight Industrial Equipment, Inc. 1986 - 22 Years Polk Museum of Art Cheatham & Goleno Financial Services, P.A. 1987 - 21 Years Santa Fe Catholic High School 1988 - 20 Years Baskets Instead, Inc. Town & Country Termite & Pest Control, Inc.
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15 Years Renewals Jim Williams Fence Company MaxPak, LLC Ward’s Heating & Air Conditioning
10 Years Renewals Law Offices of Colon & Lopez, P.A. Baylis & Company, PA, CPA’s Talbot House Ministries, Inc. Mitchell’s Coffeehouse Central Sheet Metal & Steel, Inc.
5 Years Renewals Health Insurance of Florida, Inc. Masseys Painting, Inc. Ken Mullins Insurance
Leadership Lakeland Class XXVI Selected The Leadership Lakeland Class XXVI has been selected. Stacy CampbellDomineck, Polk Works, will serve as chair of this year’s class and Art Erickson, Florida Lifestyle Communities will serve as Chair-Elect. Christopher Asbill, Lanier Upshaw, Inc. Kandis Baker-Buford, Polk County Board of County Commissioners Sarah Case, JSK Consulting, Inc. Kay Cochran, Marriott Vacation Club International William Crowe, QMI/ITW Jerome Ferson, The Ledger Publishing Company Danita Frier, Central Florida Speech & Hearing Center Dr.Tarek Garas, Watson Clinic LLP Timothy Harris, The School Board of Polk County Ernie Ivey, Polk Community College Frederick John Koehler, II, Smart Creative Kelly Lane, Boys & Girls Clubs of Lakeland & Mulberry Michael LaPan, The Lakeland Center Gregory Madden, Madden Dan McBride, Victory Church Shawn McDonough, EXIT Realty of Lakeland Michael Micallef, Community Southern Bank Laura Newlin, Clark, Campbell & Mawhinney, P.A. Cory Petcoff, Baron Realty, Inc. James David Robinson, DSM Technology Consultants Linda Skillern, Crowe Horwath LLP Jacquelyn Small, Polk Works Michael Smith, Publix Super Markets, Inc. Monti Sommer, AMI Lakeland Anne Sullivan, The NCT Group CPA’s, LLP Tracey Tedder, Florida Southern College Naomi Tillett, Keith and Schnars, P.A. Jennifer Vaughn, Bank of Central Florida
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August New Member Reception
October 16 5:30—8 p.m.
GENERAL ADMISSION IS FREE
The August New Member Reception was hosted by Stinson’s Home Design Center, located at 2315 Commerce Point Dr. Ste. 130. With nearly 20 new member representatives in attendance, they were introduced to what programs and events the Chamber has to help them build their business. Good food and lots of networking made the evening a great success. Everyone enjoyed looking at the new flooring available to homeowners. Thanks to the Stinson’s and their staff for their hospitality. Riverside Bank is the Presenting Sponsor for the New Member Reception series.
Meet Local, State and Federal candidates Discuss Issues Participate in a Straw Poll Enjoy live entertainment, food and beverages
Presidential Sponsors
Coca-Cola Enterprises Colonial Bank The Ledger Publix Super Markets, Inc. WONN/WPCV/WLKF/WWRZ Radio
Senatorial Sponsors
Bernie Little Distributors Lakeland Electric
Straw Poll Sponsor
Folsom Construction, Inc.
Congressional Sponsors
Aiken Office Solutions CF Industries, Inc. Clark, Campbell and Mawhinney, PA The Fearn Partnership, Inc. Florida Strategic Group, LLC Lanier Upshaw, Inc. Party People Celebration Co. Ross Vecchio, PA Signs & Specialties, Inc. Valenti Campbell Trohn Tamayo & Aranda Verizon
New members listen as opportunities and programs are presented to them.
Gubernatorial Sponsors
Badcock Home Furniture & more Bank of Central Florida DMA Engineering, Inc. GLT Total Office Griffin Pools, Inc. The NCT Group CPA’s, LLP Parrish and Parrish CPA's, PA Rodda Construction, Inc. Sessums & Sessums, PA Solar Source Southside Cleaners - Launderers Ward’s Heating & Air Conditioning Watson Clinic LLP
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2009 Board of Directors - Election Results The Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the following business leaders were elected by the Chamber’s 2,000+ member businesses to serve on the Chamber Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2009. The tremendous leadership and expertise of these individuals will be of great benefit to the organization in carrying out its mission: The Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce is the leading organization dedicated to creating a climate where business can prosper. A special “thank you” to the following Committee members: Chair Anu Saxena, Immediate Past Chair Paul Noris, Past Chair Maureen Shaw, board members Nancy Cattarius, Melinda Harrison, and Walker Wilkerson.
HUGH AUTRY
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
TODD BAYLIS
Cipher Integrations, Inc.
SYLVIA BLACKMON-ROBERTS Blackmon Roberts Group, Inc.
GARY CASSARD
Bright House Networks
DENIS COLE Firmenich
SCOTT GARDNER SunTrust Bank
TERRI GOLENO
Cheatham & Goleno Financial Services, P.A.
TIM JACKSON
NuJak Companies
JOE JOSEPH
Royal Granite & Marble LLC
STEVE MOORE
Florida Property & Development
BOB MORROW GEICO
TIM RICE
Ward’s Heating & Air Conditioning
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Everyone Wants to Save Money! The August 14 Business & Breakfast was hosted by Bridgewater LLC in their beautiful multi-purpose room at the Lake Club. Members and guests were eager to hear Jeff Sprague, Lakeland Electric, speak on “Save Money with Energy Conservation”. Jeff presented a “heads-up” on new programs planned by Lakeland Electric to save consumers money. Thanks to Tracy Brown and the staff of Bridgewater for hosting the event. Presenting Sponsor for the 2008 Business & Breakfast series is Regions Bank.
Chamber members network after the presentation.
Brenda Powers from Regions Bank speaks to Chamber members.
Tracy Brown, Marketing Coordinator for Bridgewater LLC, welcomes Chamber members.
Jeff Sprague, Lakeland Electric, gives his presentation to Chamber members.
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2008 Chamber Annual Meeting Save The Date! Tuesday, February 3, 2009 5:30 pm The Lakeland Center Your invitation will be mailed in December!
August Tourism Inquiries During the month of August, our Visitor Information Center assisted hundreds of individuals, answering questions pertaining to Chamber member businesses and the Lakeland community. Walk-in Visitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313 Relocation Response Mailings. . . . . . 12 Relocation Response (Walk-In) . . . . . 22 Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Winter Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Visitor Information Mailings . . . . . . . 41 Visitor Center E-mail Inquiries. . . . . 258
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Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce: 863/688-8551 EXECUTIVE OFFICE Kathleen Munson, president Ext. 234 - [email protected] Barbara Bennett, executive assistant Ext. 233 - [email protected] Sally Chapman, vice president, finance & operations Ext. 240 - [email protected] COMMUNICATIONS Aaron Bates, vice president Ext. 237 - [email protected] Angela McLacklan, administrative assistant Ext. 242 - [email protected] CONVENTION & VISITORS Bureau Jackie Johnson, senior vice president Ext. 223 - [email protected] Angela McLacklan, administrative assistant Ext. 242 - [email protected] Patty Smith, visitor information specialist Ext. 221 - [email protected]
Harbsmeier DeZayas, LLP 863.619.7330
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MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Terry Ottinger, vice president Ext. 231 - [email protected] Mary Stevenson, administrative assistant Ext. 232 - [email protected] Nikki Oakley, membership account executive Ext. 239 - [email protected] Amy Wiggins, membership account executive Ext. 229 - [email protected] Matthew Wengerd, membership account executive Ext. 236 - [email protected] MEMBER RELATIONS Carolyn Jackson, senior vice president Ext. 230 - [email protected] Christine Murphy, administrative assistant Ext. 228 - [email protected] PUBLIC AFFAIRS Ashley Link, vice president Ext. 241 - [email protected] Christine Murphy, administrative assistant Ext. 228 - [email protected] Visit the Lakeland Chamber Web site at: www.lakelandchamber.com
LAKELAND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL: 863/687-3788 Steve Scruggs, executive director [email protected] Claudia Tritton, business development director [email protected]
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October Members on the Move The Lakeland Chamber prints business announcements each month as space permits. Please mail your announcements to the Chamber or e-mail [email protected]. Polk Theatre anesthesiologists. Duane C. Baker, MD Waller Construction, Inc. The historic Polk Theatre announces the will serve all Watson Clinic patients who Brain Waller, of Waller Construction, Inc. in 2008/2009 Board of Trustees. undergo procedures at Lakeland Surgical and Lakeland, Florida has earned the designation Officers: President, Meri Mass; President Diagnostic Center. Dr. Baker received his of Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) from Elect, Ira Anderson; Treasurer, Jim Ham III; medical degree from East Tennessee State the National Association of Home Builders Secretary, Philip D. Wegman, AIA; Immediate University, Quillen-Dishner College of (NAHB) Remodelers Council. Brian Waller Past President, Dale Dreyer. is one of only 2,000 professional remodelers Medicine, in Johnson City, TN. nationwide who have attained or are in the Board of Trustees: Tom Anderson, Nathaly SCORE process of earning the CGR certification. Arredondo, Calvin Arter, Jr., Cathalain Carter, Central Florida SCORE is looking for Brian Dockery, Sergui Gherman, Ann Hilliard, volunteers to mentor small businesses. Call Waller Development, Inc. Ashley Link, Zenapha Milton, Cory Petcoff, 863/619-5783. Waller Development of Lakeland announces Jennifer Rumph, Donovan Tinsley, Julie the current major redevelopment of the former Townsend, Cassandra Trohn, Joyce Tubb and Saddle Creek Corporation Stille Real Estate Building located at 1602 Ryan Tucholski. Improving efficiencies and accommodating South Florida Avenue. Waller Development seasonal fluctuations are two key reasons why has recently redeveloped Waller Plaza (801 December 2008 Celebrates Polk Theater’s Hornell Brewing Company, Inc., national South Florida Ave) and Dixieland CRA 2008 80th Anniversary. marketer of the famous Arizona ® brand iced Award Winning Waller Lofts (1074 South teas and other beverages, is turning to Saddle Florida Ave). The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Creek Corporation for its logistics needs in Channa Petrocelli, Business Development the Southeast. ASC geosciences, inc. Manager for M.E. Wilson Co., Inc. has signed ASC geosciences, inc., through its affiliate in on as corporate chair of the 2008 Polk Light The Bank of Central Florida New Delhi, India, has been awarded a contract Night® Walk, for the Central Florida Chapter Paul Noris, President and CEO of the Bank for geotechnical instrumentation services of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. of Central Florida, announced Gwyndolyn on an integrated gas utilization project in Light the Night is an annual fundraising Hughes will be the Private Banker for the new Angola on the west-African subcontinent. event held each fall to raise money for cancer South Lakeland office which will open in early The Angola LNG project, a joint venture of research and patient services. Participants at 2009. Ms. Hughes was most recently with 5 international energy firms, will ultimately the walk carry illuminated balloons – white Regions Bank as Assistant Vice President/ tap over 10 trillion cubic feet of gas reserves for survivors, red for supporters – to honor Assistant Branch manager. from offshore blocks near the city of Soyo in and commemorate lives touched by blood the Zaire province of Angola. cancer. In Central Florida, the Polk County Citizens Bank & Trust Walk will take place on Saturday, October 4th Citizens Bank & Trust is on the move again Allen & Company at Munn Park in downtown Lakeland. in Lakeland as Polk County’s oldest bank A group of professionals from Allen & continues its westward expansion. As the Company recently attended a conference Community Foundation of Greater signature tenant of the 6-story Citizens Bank facilitated by Cannon Financial Institute’s Lakeland, Inc. & Trust Plaza on Lake Morton, the bank Chief Executive Officer Phil Buchanan, CFP. The Community Foundation of Greater relocated its Downtown Lakeland office there The conference was part of a comprehensive Lakeland is pleased to announce that the in September.”The move to an existing high course study to obtain the Certified Wealth following business and community leaders quality office building enables us to expedite Strategist designation. have been elected to serve on the Foundations our schedule to offer a full-service banking, Board of Directors, for the 2008 – 2009 fiscal finance, lending, trust and investments center Allen & Company of Florida, Inc. is pleased year: Ralph Allen, Lew Belcourt, John Cannon in the downtown area,” said Citizens President to announce that Iradis Vazquez has joined the III, Brenda Craft, Lynn Fischer Kryger, Sam and CEO Greg Littleton. firm. Iradis comes to Allen & Company from Hart, A.L. “Judge” Holmes, Martha Linder, Fidelity Investments in Jacksonville, where Charles McPherson, John Scheck, Sandra Waller Realty, LLC she obtained her Series 7 and 63 securities Sheets, Ihla Sloman, David Touchton, Jefrey Jimmy Waller, managing Broker, has licenses. R. Walker, and Terry Worthington. The successfully completed the following, the tremendous leadership and expertise of these prestigious Certified Commercial Investment Representative Seth McKeel individuals will be of great benefit to the Member Designation course. The Foundation for Florida’s Future released organization in carrying out its mission. Florida’s Education Report Card, the inaugural Talitha Bean, Commercial Property Manager, guide on how well Florida’s legislatures are Watson Clinic has successfully completed the following keeping the promise of a quality education. Watson Clinic is pleased to welcome an course, Certified Property Management More Members on the Move on Page 18 additional member to our expert team of Specialist Designation (CPMS).
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Ribbon Cuttings
The following companies recently celebrated their ribbon cuttings in the month of August. See these photos in full color by visiting our Web site at www.lakelandchamber.com!
Citrus Connection/Lakeland Area Mass Transit Dist. 1212 George Jenkins Boulevard, Lakeland, 33815 863/688-7433 Ext. 106 www.ridecitrus.com
Explorations V Children’s Museum 109 North Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland, 33801 863/687-3869 www.explorationsv.com
October Members on the Move Continued from Page 17
Rep. Seth McKeel earned a 106% on his Legislative Report Card based on his voting record for the 2008 Legislative Session. Boys and Girls Clubs of Lakeland, Inc. Congratulations to Mitch Weinstein for being honored as Boys & Girls Clubs of America Board Member of the Year for the State of Florida. Lakeland Christian School, Inc. Julie Rice has been appointed Director of Community Relations for Lakeland Christian School. She will be primarily responsible for introducing the school to prospective LCS families. All Saints’ Academy All Saints’ Academy experienced extraordinary growth and has nearly outgrown the capacity of its infrastructure (pipes, pumping station, communications, etc.), therefore, the school is in the midst of completing an important upgrade to ensure its current services meet the growing needs of the community and students it serves.
My Pet’s Animal Hospital 2225 Drane Field Road, Lakeland, 33801 863/646-3669 • www.floridavet.com
Ribbon Cutting Thank You
St. Joseph’s Catholic School St. Joseph’s Catholic School will celebrate 70 years of Catholic education on Thursday, October 30, 2008 at The Club at Eaglebrooke. Tables for 10 are $1,500 each and individual tickets are $75. For more information, please contact the Development Office at 863/683-8780.
Special thanks to Mayor Buddy Fletcher and all of the board members and Chamber Champions who truly make these ceremonies a special event.
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