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MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce
Annual Installation Dinner
and Awards Banquet
Friday November 14th
Sugar Mill Country Club
RSVP Required
6 pm
Official Membership Directory
& Community Guides
115 CANAL STREET,
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32168
PHONE: 386-428-2449
FAX: 386-423-3512
SEVINFO@SEVCHAMBER.COM
WWW.SEVCHAMBER.COM
Southeast Volusia Chamber Of Commerce
115 CANAL STREET,
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32168
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PERMIT NO. 67
NOVEMBER 2014
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Historic Canal Street - Downtown New Smyrna Beach
JANUARY 17, 2015
Official Newsletter Of The Southeast Volusia Chamber Of Commerce
Booth Space & Sponsorships Now Available!
Serving the Communities of New Smyrna Beach, Edgewater & Oak Hill
www.sevchamber.com
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HISTORIC CANAL STREET - DOWNTOWN NEW SMYRNA BEACH
JANUARY 17, 2015
Booth Space & Sponsorships Now Available!
Space is Limited l Event Sold Out in 2014 l Over 10,000 Attend
1:00 pm Shotgun Start
4 Person Scramble
Many ways to be involved!
Play in the Tournament . . .
Start with a Boxed Lunch, Play a round of golf with your friends and
business associates on one of the best courses in the area, finish with
dinner, prizes and networking at the country club. Enter a foursome for
only $350!
Become a Sponsor . . .
A great way to advertise your company/products/services! Your
company name, logo, banner can be on seen on all event advertising,
the Chamber’s weekly e-mail blasts, golf carts, event banners, etc.
depending on the sponsorship level you choose.
$85 per Player
$325 per Foursome
Donate a Prize . . .
DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO
SHOWCASE YOUR BUSINESS!
Sponsored by:
The golf committee will be contacting local businesses to donate
prizes for the event. Companies that donate will have their name in the
Tournament program and be announced at the Awards Dinner.
Volunteer . . .
The golf committee is looking for people to help with event planning
and day of event activities.
Committee Chairs Donna Concannon and Lee Griffith will be happy to
have you participate with them for this fun event!
Contact the Chamber at 428-2449 for more information. Please see the
Player / Sponsor Registration Form included in this newsletter.
Contact us today to reserve your space! / sevinfo@sevchamber.com or 386-428-2449
115 CANAL STREET, NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32168 • PHONE: 386-428-2449 • FAX: 386-423-3512 • SEVINFO@SEVCHAMBER.COM
To Reserve Your Space Call:
386-428-2449 or
sevinfo@sevchamber.com
register on-line
ADVERTISING SPACES AVAILABLE FOR THE NEXT NEWSLETTER, CALL FOR DETAILS 386-428-2449
115 CANAL STREET, NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32168 • PHONE: 386-428-2449 • FAX: 386-423-3512 • SEVINFO@SEVCHAMBER.COM
The Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
NOVEMBER
Wednesday, November 5
Ribbon Cutting – Filthy Rich
145 Canal Street, NSB
10:00 AM
Friday, November 7
Seminar - Facebook for Business
Presented by: Audrey Ostoyic
Livin Lyfe Marketing
City of Edgewater Council Chambers
104 N. Riverside Drive, EW
7:45 AM – 10.05 AM
Cost: $65
(must have attended introductory class)
Tuesday, November 11
Ambassador Luncheon
Location: Norwood’s
Members
Renewals...
Message From the President
Jamie Calkins, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
The Executive Board at the Chamber reviewed hundreds of resumes, conducted numerous interviews, and
participated in much discussion. With that being said, I am pleased to announce that we have chosen Sue
Williams as the next Executive Vice President of the Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce. Mrs. Williams
brings the experience, knowledge, skills, contacts, and professionalism that this job requires and we are
extremely excited to be working with her. Our communities will benefit greatly with her as the leader of our
Chamber of Commerce.
I am also pleased to announce the results of our Executive Board Election. Our 2015 President Mike Funaro
(Rainmaker Consulting) will have the pleasure of working with President-Elect Steve Harrell (Bert Fish Medical
Center), Elected Vice President Donna Snow (Regions Bank), and Secretary/Treasurer Trudy Ward (Suntrust
Bank). We would also like to welcome (or welcome back in some cases) our newest members of the Board of
Directors: Krissy Chalk (Serenity Springs Recovery Center), Lillian Conrad (S.C.O.R.E.), Frank Crooks (Garriques &
Associates Staff Leasing), Buddy Davenport (State Farm Insurance), Melanie Emanuel (Allstate Insurance), Peggy
Hallett (StorQuest Storage), Ken Poulin (First Response Disaster Team), and Marlene Thomas (Florida Hospital).
With this team you can expect 2015 to be the best year yet for our Chamber of Commerce.
Noon
Cost: Buy your own lunch
Wednesday, November 12
Ribbon Cutting –
Exit Real Estate Property Solutions
Lastly, I would like to personally thank Kelly Azzinaro, Kenneth Bohannon, Debora
Schmeltz, and Lauren Keeler for their service on our Board of Directors. So many of us
have learned and benefited from their countless hours of service in our community.
They will be missed greatly and we wish you all the best!
120 Flagler Avenue, NSB
10:00 AM
Thursday, November 13
Economic Development Committee
Chamber Bldg. 115 Canal St. NSB
Jamie Calkins
Financial Advisor
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
1616 Concierge Blvd., Suite 201
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
Phone: 386-274-3012
www.fa.ml.com/jamie.calkins
9:00 am
Friday, November 14
Annual Installation & Awards Banquet
Sugar Mill Country Club
100 Clubhouse Circle, NSB 32168
6:00 pm
Cost: $35.00 Reservations Required
Wednesday, November 19
Ribbon Cutting – Planet Pizza NSB
634 3rd Avenue, NSB
10:00 AM
Wednesday, November 19
Education Committee
Chamber Bldg, 115 Canal St. NSB
5:00 PM
Thursday, November 20
Membership Committee
The Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Number of Years of Membership
Aarons Sales & Lease
Anchor Roofing Services Inc.
Cathy Harris, Acupuncture Physician
Cruise Planners- Jean Tauber
Dulando Screen & Awning, Inc.
Eagle Eye Dental
East Coast Paddle
First Response Disaster Team
Gulf Atlantic Vehicles Inc.
Humana MarketPoint
Inlet Securities
Joie Alexander
Lifestyle Magazine
Marine Discovery Center Inc.
McDonald’s
McGee Tire Store
Monavie Bea Gilmore & Andrew Murphy
MTN Resources
Off the Hook Seafood & Pub
Routh and Miller, MDs
Terri Jackson Real Estate
The Colony Beach Club
The NSB Observer
The Tax Doctors of Volusia County P.A.
Trey Harshaw & Associates
– Allstate Insurance
Water Taxi Express
DECEMBER
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1
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3
3
2
4
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4
3
16
2
5
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5
5
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Wednesday, December 3
Ribbon Cutting –HIG Insurance Group
813 A1A (at the corner of
3rd Avenue & Southard)
New Smyrna Beach
10:00 AM
Friday, December 5
Chamber Classic Golf Tournament
Hidden Lakes Golf Club
1:00 PM Shotgun Start
Wednesday, December 10
Chamber Holiday Open House
& Toy Drive
Chamber Bldg,
115 Canal Street, NSB
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Cost: Toy for Toy Drive
Thursday, December 11
Economic Development
Committee
Chamber Bldg. 115 Canal St. NSB
9:00 am
Thursday, December 18
Membership Committee
Chamber Bldg., 115 Canal St. NSB
8:30 AM
Monday, December 22 –
Thursday, January 1
2
Chamber Closed
invites you to attend the
Annual Installation Dinner
and Awards Banquet
NEW
DATE
Christmas and New Years’ Holiday
Upcoming Events & Programs
To see the most up to date Chamber events and programs, visit
http://www.sevchamber.com/calendar_of_events.asp
2015
Dec
& Jan
Please join us in welcoming our 2015 Directors and Officers
and celebrate those who contributed to a successful 2014
Chamber Bldg., 115 Canal St. NSB 32168
8:30 AM
Thursday, November 20
New Members Reception
Chamber Blvd, 115 Canal Street, NSB
Friday, November 14, 2014
6:00 pm
Sugar Mill Country Club
100 Clubhouse Circle, New Smyrna Beach, FL
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Friday, November 21
Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening –
SEV Chamber with the City of NSB
Reservations are required. Cost $35 per person. Cash Bar.
Please kindly reserve your seat with a credit card or check
by Friday, November 7th / 386-428-2449
Location: at the eastern trailhead
on West Pine Avenue.
The eastern trail head is on West Pine Ave.
between Jungle Road & Pioneer Trail
9:30 AM
Thursday, November 27 &
Friday, November 28
Chamber Closed
Thanksgiving Holiday Observed
Earn A Free $50 Ad In The Newsletter!
Refer a new member prospect to the Chamber of Commerce and you receive a free ad in the
Chamber’s newsletter. Simply provide the contact information to The Southeast Volusia
Chamber of Commerce. If the prospect joins the Chamber you will receive a business card size ad
in the newsletter for free – a $50 value! Call 386-428-2449 or email sevinfo@sevchamber.com.
Serving the Communities of New Smyrna Beach, Edgewater & Oak Hill
PHONE: 386-428-2449 • FAX: 386-423-3512 • www.sevchamber.com
The Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce
Chamber News
Join Us November 20, 2014 as the City of Edgewater Presents CRA Plan to County Council
The City of Edgewater has been striving to establish a Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) within the City since 2002. The Proposed CRA
(Community Redevelopment Area) Plan encompasses the City’s core area along Ridgewood Avenue (US1) from the city limits to Falcon Avenue.
On November 20, 2014, the City will Request the Volusia County Council to “grant delegation of authority to the City to establish a Community
Redevelopment Area (CRA)”.
We need your support! We need people to attend the meeting on the 20th of November and speak in support of the Edgewater CRA. If you can’t
make the meeting, we need you to contact each of the Volusia County Council members to ask them to support Edgewater’s CRA. If you need
the Council member’s contact information, visit the county’s web site at volusia.org, click on government
and then click on county-council. For more information and to see the Community Redevelopment Area
(CRA) documents, please visit City’s Web Site www.cityofedgewater.
Questions? Contact:
Samantha Bishop
Economic Development Coordinator
386-424-2400 ext.1330
sbishop@cityofedgewater.org
On December 11 the City of New Smyrna Beach will present
its application for a new Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)
to the Volusia County Council. (The current CRA ceases operations in May, 2015.) The new CRA includes properties
on US 1 (from the Airport to Edgewater) and the Historic Westside, the Airport Industrial Park, the Canal St and Medical
District area, and a portion of the North Causeway. The application calls for Capital Improvements over a 40 year
period with projects on US 1 and in the Historic Westside, Canal St, and North Causeway area.
Questions? Contact:
Tony Otte / CRA/Economic Development Director City of New Smyrna Beach, Florida
totte@cityofnsb.com
www.cityofnsb.com
(386) 424-2265 / (386) 566-3941
Bert Fish Medical Center’s innovative “Fit for Life” employee wellness program has
yielded significant results in employee satisfaction and positive patient care. BFMC was awarded “Best
Hospital Workplace (under 150 beds) at the annual Florida Hospital Association Celebration of
Achievement in Quality and Service Awards held Thursday, October 16, 2014 in Orlando. This is the fourth
year in a row that BFMC has earned this distinction.
RIBBON
CUTTINGS
Internation Deli (386) 423-6656
Third Wave Cafe (386) 402-7864
US.Blinds Fabrications Inc. (386) 428-7766
Photo credit to Mark Steigner – Keys to Our City
The Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce
“Visioning Meeting” Report…
Mike Funaro, President-Elect | The Rainmaker Consulting Group
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jamie Calkins, President
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
Mike Funaro, President-Elect
The Rainmaker Consulting Group
Donna Snow, Elected Vice President
Regions Bank - Edgewater
Kenneth Bohannon,
Secretary / Treasurer
Kenneth Bohannon, P.L.
Debora Schmeltz, Immediate Past President
Humana MarketPOINT
Kelly Azzinaro, VP Education
Chase Bank
Steve Harrell, VP Economic Development
Bert Fish Medical Center
James Archimbaud
Keyes Realty
Carlos Giraldo
SunBeach Consulting
Trey Harshaw
Trey Harshaw & Associates - Allstate Insurance
Lauren Keeler
Wishworks Media
Lilli Sheller
Best Western Hotel & Suites
Trudy Ward
SunTrust Bank
Larry Volenenc
Florida Power & Light
OUR PARTNERS
City Of New Smyrna Beach
City Of Edgewater
City Of Oak Hill
MEDIA SPONSORS
AM1230 WSBB Radio
Smyrna Life Quarterly Magazine
Keys To Our City
HomeTown News
New Smyrna Pennysaver
EXECUTIVE STAFF
Sue Williams
Executive Vice President
Jill Geddy
Administrative Assistant
Katrina Guevara
Membership Sales Representative
27 Candidates total, from Congressional candidates, 4 State Representative
presentative Candidates, Circuit Judge Candidates, School
Board, County Council At Large, Volusia Soil and Water, All of the
he Candidates for the cities of Edgewater and New Smyrna
Beach. Congratulations to Hob Nob Chair, Steve Harrell of Bert Fish, and his Hob Nob team!
On Friday afternoon September 19th inside the historic Chamber of Commerce Building on Canal
Street, a gathering took place. The purpose of this gathering was a “Visioning Meeting” to discuss
scuss
er of
the past, the present and most importantly the future of the Southeast Volusia Chamber
Commerce. Leaders from the public and private sectors, educators, board members and Chamber
mber
staff gathered with the purpose of developing a “Vision” of our Chamber’s future. There were many
regular contributors to our Chamber, however it was very exciting to hear comments and suggestions
gestions from community
leaders, many of whom were new to our conversation. I know most of us left energized and connected.
onnected.
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1
0
2
The first third of the meeting focused on our past and the influences the Chamber has had
d in it’s over 80 years of
existence. It is important to understand the impact we have had and the foundation upon which we are built. The second
third focused on the current operations of our Chamber and our current Program of Work. Many people in attendance
were unaware of how much actually takes place in our Chamber of Commerce. The last third was focused on “Chamber
2.0”, and “One Vision, One Purpose”. Every person in the room provided insight and contributed to the session. A
survey was developed based on comments and suggestions made by the attendees and distributed to them afterwards.
The survey results are proving to be very helpful as we work on our Program of Work for 2015. This same survey will be
sent to the entire Chamber membership shortly so you too can have a voice in our future.
The future of the Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce is extremely bright with many new and exciting plans coming
in 2015. I encourage you to make your voice heard. Our Board of Directors for 2015 is fully engaged and ready to
achieve great things ahead. Please attend our Installation Banquet being held on Friday, November 14th at Sugar Mill
Country Club and show your support for the dedicated and hard working folks who work every day to support our
communities and our Chamber members.
B
O
N
B
O
H
NSB Candidates
Packed the Room!
Respectfully,
Mike Funaro
President Elect 2015
Membership Committee Report…
Sarah Mellring, Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc. | 386-427-0694 ext 304
4
I love getting swept up in the Holiday season, and November is one of my favorite months of the
year. Halloween is over and I can fully immerse myself in the season. Baking, family and friends,
and get-togethers are some of the many things that I look forward to. This time of year I always like
to take a few moments to reflect on the months past and remind myself all that I have to be grateful
for. The Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce is on my list this year. The chamber staff, members, and committee
volunteers have helped make this year great and I truly have appreciated having the opportunity to get to know all of you.
From myself and the membership committee, thanks to all who have made this a great year!
The membership committee meets the third Thursday of each month from 8:30am to 9:30am at the Chamber of Commerce.
CORPORATE SPONSORS
Advanced Air & Heat
Bert Fish Medical Center
Bright House Networks
Florida Hospital Memorial
Medical Center
Image Today Graphics
Kenneth Bohannon, P.L.
Mullinax Ford
NSB Clothing
Pioneer Trail Self Storage
The Daytona Beach News Journal
Total Care IT / NSB Computers
UCF – Daytona Beach
Southeast Volusia Hob Nob 2014
014 was a Huge Success!
Ambassadors Committee Report…
Peggy Hallett, StorQuest (formerly Pioneer Trail Self Storage) | 386-427-4123
AMBASSADORS = ACTIONS DO SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS!
I spoke about leadership at our last Ambassador Luncheon and what it meant to me. What I was
hoping for was a chance to get our Ambassadors thinking about what type of leadership they are
providing to our community. We are all very different with different leadership styles and I truly
believe that our Ambassadors are the epitome of people “leading with their actions.” We live our
lives and allow others to watch, knowing that while our example is not perfect, at least it is one that is constructive and
honorable – more often than not. I am so very proud of each of you and what you contribute to all of us.
Congratulations to Donna Poirier with Diversified Accounting Solutions as our October, Ambassador of the Month with
800 points. Donna was out of town during our luncheon so she was unable to be recognized. We will do the honors at our
next Ambassador luncheon on November 11. Great job, Donna.
Remember, the two most important words for
Ambassadors and Chamber members….”get involved”
ed”
with your Chamber and your business will grow!
Ambassador
of the Month
Donna Poirier with
Diversified Accounting Solutions
County Council At Large
Edgewater Candidates
Welcome New Members
OF THE SOUTHEAST VOLUSIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
State Representatives
The Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce
“Visioning Meeting” Report…
Mike Funaro, President-Elect | The Rainmaker Consulting Group
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jamie Calkins, President
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
Mike Funaro, President-Elect
The Rainmaker Consulting Group
Donna Snow, Elected Vice President
Regions Bank - Edgewater
Kenneth Bohannon,
Secretary / Treasurer
Kenneth Bohannon, P.L.
Debora Schmeltz, Immediate Past President
Humana MarketPOINT
Kelly Azzinaro, VP Education
Chase Bank
Steve Harrell, VP Economic Development
Bert Fish Medical Center
James Archimbaud
Keyes Realty
Carlos Giraldo
SunBeach Consulting
Trey Harshaw
Trey Harshaw & Associates - Allstate Insurance
Lauren Keeler
Wishworks Media
Lilli Sheller
Best Western Hotel & Suites
Trudy Ward
SunTrust Bank
Larry Volenenc
Florida Power & Light
OUR PARTNERS
City Of New Smyrna Beach
City Of Edgewater
City Of Oak Hill
MEDIA SPONSORS
AM1230 WSBB Radio
Smyrna Life Quarterly Magazine
Keys To Our City
HomeTown News
New Smyrna Pennysaver
EXECUTIVE STAFF
Sue Williams
Executive Vice President
Jill Geddy
Administrative Assistant
Katrina Guevara
Membership Sales Representative
27 Candidates total, from Congressional candidates, 4 State Representative
presentative Candidates, Circuit Judge Candidates, School
Board, County Council At Large, Volusia Soil and Water, All of the
he Candidates for the cities of Edgewater and New Smyrna
Beach. Congratulations to Hob Nob Chair, Steve Harrell of Bert Fish, and his Hob Nob team!
On Friday afternoon September 19th inside the historic Chamber of Commerce Building on Canal
Street, a gathering took place. The purpose of this gathering was a “Visioning Meeting” to discuss
scuss
er of
the past, the present and most importantly the future of the Southeast Volusia Chamber
Commerce. Leaders from the public and private sectors, educators, board members and Chamber
mber
staff gathered with the purpose of developing a “Vision” of our Chamber’s future. There were many
regular contributors to our Chamber, however it was very exciting to hear comments and suggestions
gestions from community
leaders, many of whom were new to our conversation. I know most of us left energized and connected.
onnected.
4
1
0
2
The first third of the meeting focused on our past and the influences the Chamber has had
d in it’s over 80 years of
existence. It is important to understand the impact we have had and the foundation upon which we are built. The second
third focused on the current operations of our Chamber and our current Program of Work. Many people in attendance
were unaware of how much actually takes place in our Chamber of Commerce. The last third was focused on “Chamber
2.0”, and “One Vision, One Purpose”. Every person in the room provided insight and contributed to the session. A
survey was developed based on comments and suggestions made by the attendees and distributed to them afterwards.
The survey results are proving to be very helpful as we work on our Program of Work for 2015. This same survey will be
sent to the entire Chamber membership shortly so you too can have a voice in our future.
The future of the Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce is extremely bright with many new and exciting plans coming
in 2015. I encourage you to make your voice heard. Our Board of Directors for 2015 is fully engaged and ready to
achieve great things ahead. Please attend our Installation Banquet being held on Friday, November 14th at Sugar Mill
Country Club and show your support for the dedicated and hard working folks who work every day to support our
communities and our Chamber members.
B
O
N
B
O
H
NSB Candidates
Packed the Room!
Respectfully,
Mike Funaro
President Elect 2015
Membership Committee Report…
Sarah Mellring, Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc. | 386-427-0694 ext 304
4
I love getting swept up in the Holiday season, and November is one of my favorite months of the
year. Halloween is over and I can fully immerse myself in the season. Baking, family and friends,
and get-togethers are some of the many things that I look forward to. This time of year I always like
to take a few moments to reflect on the months past and remind myself all that I have to be grateful
for. The Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce is on my list this year. The chamber staff, members, and committee
volunteers have helped make this year great and I truly have appreciated having the opportunity to get to know all of you.
From myself and the membership committee, thanks to all who have made this a great year!
The membership committee meets the third Thursday of each month from 8:30am to 9:30am at the Chamber of Commerce.
CORPORATE SPONSORS
Advanced Air & Heat
Bert Fish Medical Center
Bright House Networks
Florida Hospital Memorial
Medical Center
Image Today Graphics
Kenneth Bohannon, P.L.
Mullinax Ford
NSB Clothing
Pioneer Trail Self Storage
The Daytona Beach News Journal
Total Care IT / NSB Computers
UCF – Daytona Beach
Southeast Volusia Hob Nob 2014
014 was a Huge Success!
Ambassadors Committee Report…
Peggy Hallett, StorQuest (formerly Pioneer Trail Self Storage) | 386-427-4123
AMBASSADORS = ACTIONS DO SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS!
I spoke about leadership at our last Ambassador Luncheon and what it meant to me. What I was
hoping for was a chance to get our Ambassadors thinking about what type of leadership they are
providing to our community. We are all very different with different leadership styles and I truly
believe that our Ambassadors are the epitome of people “leading with their actions.” We live our
lives and allow others to watch, knowing that while our example is not perfect, at least it is one that is constructive and
honorable – more often than not. I am so very proud of each of you and what you contribute to all of us.
Congratulations to Donna Poirier with Diversified Accounting Solutions as our October, Ambassador of the Month with
800 points. Donna was out of town during our luncheon so she was unable to be recognized. We will do the honors at our
next Ambassador luncheon on November 11. Great job, Donna.
Remember, the two most important words for
Ambassadors and Chamber members….”get involved”
ed”
with your Chamber and your business will grow!
Ambassador
of the Month
Donna Poirier with
Diversified Accounting Solutions
County Council At Large
Edgewater Candidates
Welcome New Members
OF THE SOUTHEAST VOLUSIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
State Representatives
The Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce
Chamber News
Join Us November 20, 2014 as the City of Edgewater Presents CRA Plan to County Council
The City of Edgewater has been striving to establish a Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) within the City since 2002. The Proposed CRA
(Community Redevelopment Area) Plan encompasses the City’s core area along Ridgewood Avenue (US1) from the city limits to Falcon Avenue.
On November 20, 2014, the City will Request the Volusia County Council to “grant delegation of authority to the City to establish a Community
Redevelopment Area (CRA)”.
We need your support! We need people to attend the meeting on the 20th of November and speak in support of the Edgewater CRA. If you can’t
make the meeting, we need you to contact each of the Volusia County Council members to ask them to support Edgewater’s CRA. If you need
the Council member’s contact information, visit the county’s web site at volusia.org, click on government
and then click on county-council. For more information and to see the Community Redevelopment Area
(CRA) documents, please visit City’s Web Site www.cityofedgewater.
Questions? Contact:
Samantha Bishop
Economic Development Coordinator
386-424-2400 ext.1330
sbishop@cityofedgewater.org
On December 11 the City of New Smyrna Beach will present
its application for a new Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)
to the Volusia County Council. (The current CRA ceases operations in May, 2015.) The new CRA includes properties
on US 1 (from the Airport to Edgewater) and the Historic Westside, the Airport Industrial Park, the Canal St and Medical
District area, and a portion of the North Causeway. The application calls for Capital Improvements over a 40 year
period with projects on US 1 and in the Historic Westside, Canal St, and North Causeway area.
Questions? Contact:
Tony Otte / CRA/Economic Development Director City of New Smyrna Beach, Florida
totte@cityofnsb.com
www.cityofnsb.com
(386) 424-2265 / (386) 566-3941
Bert Fish Medical Center’s innovative “Fit for Life” employee wellness program has
yielded significant results in employee satisfaction and positive patient care. BFMC was awarded “Best
Hospital Workplace (under 150 beds) at the annual Florida Hospital Association Celebration of
Achievement in Quality and Service Awards held Thursday, October 16, 2014 in Orlando. This is the fourth
year in a row that BFMC has earned this distinction.
RIBBON
CUTTINGS
Internation Deli (386) 423-6656
Third Wave Cafe (386) 402-7864
US.Blinds Fabrications Inc. (386) 428-7766
Photo credit to Mark Steigner – Keys to Our City
The Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
NOVEMBER
Wednesday, November 5
Ribbon Cutting – Filthy Rich
145 Canal Street, NSB
10:00 AM
Friday, November 7
Seminar - Facebook for Business
Presented by: Audrey Ostoyic
Livin Lyfe Marketing
City of Edgewater Council Chambers
104 N. Riverside Drive, EW
7:45 AM – 10.05 AM
Cost: $65
(must have attended introductory class)
Tuesday, November 11
Ambassador Luncheon
Location: Norwood’s
Members
Renewals...
Message From the President
Jamie Calkins, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
The Executive Board at the Chamber reviewed hundreds of resumes, conducted numerous interviews, and
participated in much discussion. With that being said, I am pleased to announce that we have chosen Sue
Williams as the next Executive Vice President of the Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce. Mrs. Williams
brings the experience, knowledge, skills, contacts, and professionalism that this job requires and we are
extremely excited to be working with her. Our communities will benefit greatly with her as the leader of our
Chamber of Commerce.
I am also pleased to announce the results of our Executive Board Election. Our 2015 President Mike Funaro
(Rainmaker Consulting) will have the pleasure of working with President-Elect Steve Harrell (Bert Fish Medical
Center), Elected Vice President Donna Snow (Regions Bank), and Secretary/Treasurer Trudy Ward (Suntrust
Bank). We would also like to welcome (or welcome back in some cases) our newest members of the Board of
Directors: Krissy Chalk (Serenity Springs Recovery Center), Lillian Conrad (S.C.O.R.E.), Frank Crooks (Garriques &
Associates Staff Leasing), Buddy Davenport (State Farm Insurance), Melanie Emanuel (Allstate Insurance), Peggy
Hallett (StorQuest Storage), Ken Poulin (First Response Disaster Team), and Marlene Thomas (Florida Hospital).
With this team you can expect 2015 to be the best year yet for our Chamber of Commerce.
Noon
Cost: Buy your own lunch
Wednesday, November 12
Ribbon Cutting –
Exit Real Estate Property Solutions
Lastly, I would like to personally thank Kelly Azzinaro, Kenneth Bohannon, Debora
Schmeltz, and Lauren Keeler for their service on our Board of Directors. So many of us
have learned and benefited from their countless hours of service in our community.
They will be missed greatly and we wish you all the best!
120 Flagler Avenue, NSB
10:00 AM
Thursday, November 13
Economic Development Committee
Chamber Bldg. 115 Canal St. NSB
Jamie Calkins
Financial Advisor
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
1616 Concierge Blvd., Suite 201
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
Phone: 386-274-3012
www.fa.ml.com/jamie.calkins
9:00 am
Friday, November 14
Annual Installation & Awards Banquet
Sugar Mill Country Club
100 Clubhouse Circle, NSB 32168
6:00 pm
Cost: $35.00 Reservations Required
Wednesday, November 19
Ribbon Cutting – Planet Pizza NSB
634 3rd Avenue, NSB
10:00 AM
Wednesday, November 19
Education Committee
Chamber Bldg, 115 Canal St. NSB
5:00 PM
Thursday, November 20
Membership Committee
The Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Number of Years of Membership
Aarons Sales & Lease
Anchor Roofing Services Inc.
Cathy Harris, Acupuncture Physician
Cruise Planners- Jean Tauber
Dulando Screen & Awning, Inc.
Eagle Eye Dental
East Coast Paddle
First Response Disaster Team
Gulf Atlantic Vehicles Inc.
Humana MarketPoint
Inlet Securities
Joie Alexander
Lifestyle Magazine
Marine Discovery Center Inc.
McDonald’s
McGee Tire Store
Monavie Bea Gilmore & Andrew Murphy
MTN Resources
Off the Hook Seafood & Pub
Routh and Miller, MDs
Terri Jackson Real Estate
The Colony Beach Club
The NSB Observer
The Tax Doctors of Volusia County P.A.
Trey Harshaw & Associates
– Allstate Insurance
Water Taxi Express
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Wednesday, December 3
Ribbon Cutting –HIG Insurance Group
813 A1A (at the corner of
3rd Avenue & Southard)
New Smyrna Beach
10:00 AM
Friday, December 5
Chamber Classic Golf Tournament
Hidden Lakes Golf Club
1:00 PM Shotgun Start
Wednesday, December 10
Chamber Holiday Open House
& Toy Drive
Chamber Bldg,
115 Canal Street, NSB
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Cost: Toy for Toy Drive
Thursday, December 11
Economic Development
Committee
Chamber Bldg. 115 Canal St. NSB
9:00 am
Thursday, December 18
Membership Committee
Chamber Bldg., 115 Canal St. NSB
8:30 AM
Monday, December 22 –
Thursday, January 1
2
Chamber Closed
invites you to attend the
Annual Installation Dinner
and Awards Banquet
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DATE
Christmas and New Years’ Holiday
Upcoming Events & Programs
To see the most up to date Chamber events and programs, visit
http://www.sevchamber.com/calendar_of_events.asp
2015
Dec
& Jan
Please join us in welcoming our 2015 Directors and Officers
and celebrate those who contributed to a successful 2014
Chamber Bldg., 115 Canal St. NSB 32168
8:30 AM
Thursday, November 20
New Members Reception
Chamber Blvd, 115 Canal Street, NSB
Friday, November 14, 2014
6:00 pm
Sugar Mill Country Club
100 Clubhouse Circle, New Smyrna Beach, FL
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Friday, November 21
Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening –
SEV Chamber with the City of NSB
Reservations are required. Cost $35 per person. Cash Bar.
Please kindly reserve your seat with a credit card or check
by Friday, November 7th / 386-428-2449
Location: at the eastern trailhead
on West Pine Avenue.
The eastern trail head is on West Pine Ave.
between Jungle Road & Pioneer Trail
9:30 AM
Thursday, November 27 &
Friday, November 28
Chamber Closed
Thanksgiving Holiday Observed
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Annual Installation Dinner
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Friday November 14th
Sugar Mill Country Club
RSVP Required
6 pm
Official Membership Directory
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115 CANAL STREET,
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32168
PHONE: 386-428-2449
FAX: 386-423-3512
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Space is Limited l Event Sold Out in 2014 l Over 10,000 Attend
1:00 pm Shotgun Start
4 Person Scramble
Many ways to be involved!
Play in the Tournament . . .
Start with a Boxed Lunch, Play a round of golf with your friends and
business associates on one of the best courses in the area, finish with
dinner, prizes and networking at the country club. Enter a foursome for
only $350!
Become a Sponsor . . .
A great way to advertise your company/products/services! Your
company name, logo, banner can be on seen on all event advertising,
the Chamber’s weekly e-mail blasts, golf carts, event banners, etc.
depending on the sponsorship level you choose.
$85 per Player
$325 per Foursome
Donate a Prize . . .
DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO
SHOWCASE YOUR BUSINESS!
Sponsored by:
The golf committee will be contacting local businesses to donate
prizes for the event. Companies that donate will have their name in the
Tournament program and be announced at the Awards Dinner.
Volunteer . . .
The golf committee is looking for people to help with event planning
and day of event activities.
Committee Chairs Donna Concannon and Lee Griffith will be happy to
have you participate with them for this fun event!
Contact the Chamber at 428-2449 for more information. Please see the
Player / Sponsor Registration Form included in this newsletter.
Contact us today to reserve your space! / sevinfo@sevchamber.com or 386-428-2449
115 CANAL STREET, NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32168 • PHONE: 386-428-2449 • FAX: 386-423-3512 • SEVINFO@SEVCHAMBER.COM
To Reserve Your Space Call:
386-428-2449 or
sevinfo@sevchamber.com
register on-line
ADVERTISING SPACES AVAILABLE FOR THE NEXT NEWSLETTER, CALL FOR DETAILS 386-428-2449
115 CANAL STREET, NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32168 • PHONE: 386-428-2449 • FAX: 386-423-3512 • SEVINFO@SEVCHAMBER.COM