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AND THE WINNER IS...www.RiverviewChamber.com (813) 234-5944

Ambassador of the Year: Jennifer Hart,

Impact Taekwondo Center, LLC Volunteer of the Year: Faith Hanaway,

Integrity Staffing Solutions, Inc.Citizen of the Year: Joe Eletto, Century 21 Beggins Enterprises

Shining Stars of the Year:Bryan & Marijean Reith, AFLAC 2016 Honorary Mayor:

Melissa Hartmann, Le-Vel Thrive

Organization with over 50 employees:

The Bridges Retirement Community Organization with up to 50 employees:Summerfield Crossings Golf ClubOrganization with 10 or less employees:

Riverview Mortgage

President’s Message

The Annual Dinner is behind us, and what a great event it was! I want to thank the staff, committee, and all involved and I don’t think the evening could have been any better. It was a first-rate evening for a first-rate Chamber! I was so happy that several past Presidents attended, as it was only through the efforts of those before us that have made the Chamber what it is today. And, of course, having Moses there was special as well.

I also want to thank the finalists and winners of the various awards, especially Joe Eletto for being named 2015 Citizen of the Year. He is a kind and compassionate man who always goes out of his way to help others. He is one truly living the “Golden Rule,” and it is an honor to call him a friend.

And, let us all try to better live the “Golden Rule.” Today reach out to another Chamber business; give them a call and see if there is anything you can do to help them.

One focus of my efforts this year will be to work on member retention, and I’ll be discussing more on that in the near future. I welcome your suggestions and constructive criticisms as to how we can better grow the Chamber. Feel free to call me anytime on my cell at 813.391.8247.

I am looking forward to a great year ahead, and want to remind you of the golf outing this month. Your support of this event helps the Chamber pay its bills.

Remember, that “Before you buy, give the Chamber a try!”

January 12thAngeloni Tax Advisory Group

January 21stInterventional Pain Specialist

of Southwest Florida

January 27thBrownlee Real Estate Team-

Keller WIlliams

Ribbon Cuttings

2016 President,

Dr. Bryan Thatcher

January 28Stream

10:30 Registration, Lunch &Pay Dirt Place Midway

12:00 Pick Ax Ball Drop12:30 Shotgun Start5:30 Squatters Dinner

thatcherproperties.com(813) 677-5055

bryaneadm@sprynet.com

Two immaculate properties in ideal

location right off I-75.

Prospector Foursome: $410Miner: $95

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Welcome New Members!

Thank You Renewing Members

Keep I.T. Simple Computer ServicesNot Your Mother’s Taxi, LLC

South Shore United Methodist ChurchThe Bridges Retirement Community

The Crossings at RiverviewThe Fresh MarketTrustCo Bank - ABVerify Network, LLC

Walmart Neighborhood Market #5622

ADT Security ServicesFelicia Waters (813) 334-0901

www.adt.com

HomeXpress Realty, Inc.Chris Shumaker (813) 641-2500

316 E Bloomingdale Ave, Brandonwww.hxrealty.com

J&S PlumbingJeffrey Hathorn (813) 480-9264

www.jsplumbinginc.com

Law Office Of Valkenburg & Velez, P.A.

Miriam Velez (813) 514-1058

214 S Armenia Ave, Tampa

Sunbelt Business Brokers of Clearwater

Curtis Rogers (813) 758-68852819 Ranch Road, Dover

BrandonRegionalHospital.com

For a Physician Referral, Call 813-653-1065

• Brown’s Trophies Inc.• Canon Solutions America• Cookson Hills Toy Run• Fran Grossman, VTO• Honor Flight of West Central FL• Integrity First Title, LLC

• LAGO Systems, LLC• Mathnasium of Brandon• Mountcastle Vein Centers of St. Petersburg, Inc.• ReadyLink, Inc.• Visi - Bob Palombi

Sorry to seeyou go...

All About Speech & Language, LLCBeavers Tree Service Inc.

Beazer Homes Corp.Brandon Rental Center, Inc

Christ The King Lutheran ChurchCouncil Growers Sod

Floors DirectFrostys Air Conditioning

Immaculate Janitorial Service

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2016 Annual Dinner:We love our Members!

Thank you so much for helping us Celebrate the Gold at our Annual Dinner. We enjoyed creating great memories with all of our friends and members during this

special Anniversary event.

Thank you to Ed Booth of Huth & Booth Photography and Bill Kirkland for these photos.4

Celebrate the Gold!Table Decorating Contest

The tables this year were spectacular! Very creative andintricate displays that were just stunning. First Place: An ABC Event, Inc., 2nd Place: Superior Residences of Brandon Memory Care, 3rd Place: Century 21 Beggins Enterprises.

Thank you to our Annual Dinner Sponsors:

Century 21 Beggins Enterprises Tampa Electric Company

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For more than 15 years, I have been an independent broker in the merchant services industry. I believe I can offer competitive pricing to any merchant I encounter. And I am anxious to discuss how you can increase your income and, in turn, help your Chamber!

Richard Rohde,R Processor Inc

Member Spotlight

Power to the Payments!

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TRUSTEE MEMBERS:

CALL FOR A QUOTE 24/7And, I am ready to prove it.

State Farm Fire and Casualty Company • Bloomington, ILP097276.1

I've got service yes I do...

Tyler A Jordan CPCU CLU, Agent3650 Erindale DriveValrico, FL 33596Bus: 813-662-5813www.tylerjordanagency.com

Elite Members:

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Tanya Doran,Executive Director

Corey brings over 20 years of experience to the Tampa Bay small business community, and specializes in

small business accounting, loan packaging and, strategic business planning. His experience while “in the trenches”

managing his own small businesses, and serving in Tallahassee at the Florida Department of Economic

Opportunity, has allowed him to deliver a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to Riverview business owners.

Call (813) 234-5944 today to schedule a complimentary one-on-one consultation with him.

Small Business Consulting OfferedCorey J. McCaster Your local Small Business Development Consultant

Kristen Munn,Communications Coordinator

Kayla Montrose,Administrative Assistant

Debbie Kirkland,Membership Director

Brittany Brown, Administrative Specialist

Meet the Staff

2016 Board of Directors:

President Dr. Bryan Thatcher, Thatcher Properties President Elect Elijah Heath CFP, Edward JonesTreasurer James Pulkowski, CPA, James J Pulkowski, CPA, PATreasurer Elect Michelle Mosher, Southshore Insurance Professionals, LLCBoard Emeritus Jim Johnson, RetiredPast President Jennifer Caskey, CenterState Bank (Riverview)Honorary Mayor Melissa Hartmann, Le-Vel ThriveDixie Brady Esq., Pilka & Associates, P AJerry Rothstein, Keep I.T. Simple Computer ServicesJill Andrew, Superior Residences of Brandon Memory CareJoe Nichols, Railroad & Industrial Federal Credit UnionKendra Wilson, Suncoast Credit UnionLeslie Forrester, Quality Life Massage TherapyNeil Beckingham, The Mosaic CompanyRobert Hintze Jr., Waypoint Property Inspection, LLCTheresa Turner, CPA, Tax Happens, LLC

April 8THGetting The Most Out Of Your Webpage And SEO By: Alphonso Montibello — Creative Web Actions

Tools Of Better Marketing To Grow Your BusinessJill Andrew — Superior Residences of Brandon Memory Care

8:00-8:30AM Networking / 8:30-10AM Program - GRCC Members: $12 in advance or $15 at the door

- GRCC Prospective Members: $25

Hosted by HCC at The Regent

6437 Watson Rd, Riverview

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