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8Proposed Constitutional Amendments for 2014 and Why You Need to VOTE!

10Port Panama City Is On A Mission

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16 INDUSTRY APPRECIATIONCELEBRATION AWARD WINNERS

18EDA InsightsECONOMIC PROFILE

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20Change a Life Over Lunch - The Take Stock in Children Program in Bay District Schools

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It’s the day after a long Labor Day weekend and our staff is on me to finally write my president’s message. I’m only three days late, so I don’t know what the big deal is. Well, it was a great weekend with the events of Gulf Coast Jam and beautiful weather. Kudos to the event coordi-nator, our Tourist Develop-ment Council and most of all our First Responders for keeping us all safe. I was fortunate to be invited by Chef Konrad to be a guest chef at the county pier to demonstrate and educate the public on consumption of Lion-fish. What a treat it was. I learned how to clean, filet and cook them. If you haven’t tried them before, fear not. They are a scrumptious white, flaky meat. Throw those bad boys on the grill in a little butter and seasoning and in a matter of minutes you will be enjoying dinner. They are a menace to other species, so there’s no limit and no season. Thanks to my friends at Divers Den they also taught me that they are difficult to catch on a hook so spearfishing is the way to go. My point is-EAT MORE LIONFISH! The best treat at this event was the opportunity to spend time and take lots of photos with Guy Harvey. He is quite the gentleman, along with his son, who was traveling with him and their whole en-tourage. They made me feel very special.

Theresa Moran, our Vice President of Gov-ernmental Affairs, and I attended the Florida Chamber Transportation regional meeting in Marianna. We learned about the regions’ plan for future growth, current economic develop-ment and infrastructure projects, and opportu-nities for businesses to expand into international markets.

When this publication goes to press me, along with Tamara Barnes, our Vice President of Membership, and Theresa Moran will be attend-ing the Florida Association of Chamber Pro-fessionals (FACP) Annual Conference. We will not have far drive, as for the first time ever, the conference is being held right here in Bay Coun-ty at Edgewater Beach Resort. Chamber execu-tives from all over the state will be in attendance. Lance Allison, with the PCB Chamber, and our dear friend Shane Moody, at the Destin Cham-ber, and I have worked closely with FACP staff and others on the organizational committee to make this conference the best yet. I’ll report more on this event in our next issue.

Of course, speaking of Lance Allison and thanks to the Florida Chamber and my good friend Glen Belzer with True Soul, we accepted their ALS ice bucket challenge. OMG! I only did it for the charity and thank goodness it was in the 90 degree range. It was fun though.

We’ve also recently welcomed a new commander at Tyndall Air Force Base. Colonel Derek France was treated to a Military Affairs Committee (MAC) reception on August 21st at G. Foley’s. He was simply impressed with the outpouring of community support not only for him but also

from what he experienced of our support to the entire base. He reminded those in attendance of the combat status of TAFB now and that in the case of a deployment support for those families left behind will be of great need.

In September we held a month long celebration for Industry Appreciation. I would like to con-gratulate all of our winners. You will read more about them in this issue. Thank you all for doing your part in making Bay County a better place to live, work and play.

We are in the transition period of wrapping up one year and planning for the next. As Chair-man Larry Carroll starts to wind down, our 2015 Chairman, Andrew Levy is just getting started and will take office officially on January 1st. The 2015 Board Planning Session is coming up and we will develop our new business plan; new board members have been elected and will be going through their orientation along with new committee chairs; new publications are be-ing printed and we will soon be ready to start the process all over again for the 102nd year in a row.

Thank you to our community and especially to our members who stand by us and help us make Bay County a great place to call home.

Carol RobertsPresident/CEO

Guy Harvey and I cooking Lion Fish at Gulf Coast Jam


Proposed Constitutional Amendments for 2014 and Why You Need to VOTE!by: Theresa Moran, Vice President of Governmental AffairsBay County Chamber of Commerce

In November 2014, Bay County residents have many choices to make during the General Election. The elections include the Florida offices for Governor, Attorney General, Chief Fi-nancial Officer, and Commissioner of Ag-riculture. Our Florida House Representa-tives Jimmy Patronis and Marti Coley have termed out and those seats, District 6 and 5 are up for election. U.S. Representative District 2’s seat (cur-rently occupied by Republican Steve Southerland) is up for election and there are 4 - First District Court of Appeal Judges to approve. Along with all of those positions, there are three consti-tutional amendments

that are important to the voters. In order for you to make an informed decision on these amendments, we have listed them below with a brief explanation.

Note, in order for these amendments to be approved, it takes a 60% favorable vote of all those voting to pass the amendment. The following briefs explain the proposed amendments and were taken from the Florida Department of State Division of Elections and BallotPedia.org.

No. 1 Water and Land ConservationThis amendment would dedicate 33 percent of net revenues from the existing excise tax on documents to the land Acqui-sition Trust Fund for the next 20 years. Essentially it means that 33 percent of the current funding from current excise taxes would be used to manage and restore natural systems, to enhance public access and recreational use of conservation lands. This amendment does not increase or decrease state revenues.

Supporters of this amendment include former Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham (D), Former Gainesville Mayor Pe-geen Hanrahan (D), 1000 Friends of Florida, Conservation Trust for Florida, Florida Wildlife Federation, League of Wom-en Voters of Florida, and National Wildlife Federation.

Opponents to this amendment include Senate President Don Gaetz (R-1), House Speaker Will Weatherford (R-38), Agricul-ture Commissioner Adam Putnam (R) and the Florida Cham-ber of Commerce.

No. 2 Florida Right to Medical MarijuanainitiativeThis amendment would allow the medical use of marijuana for individuals with debilitating diseases as determined by a licensed Florida physician. A “debilitating medical condi-tion” is defined as cancer, multiple sclerosis, glaucoma, hepa-titis C, HIV, AIDS, ALS, Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s’ disease“ or other conditions for which a physician believes that the medical use of marijuana would likely outweigh the potential health risks for a patient”. The Department of Health shall register and regulate centers that produce and distribute mari-juana for medical purposes and shall issue identification cards to patients and caregivers. Applies only to Florida law and the amendment has six limitations:

- Does not “affect laws relating to non-medical use, posses-sion, production or sale of marijuana”- Does not authorize “the use of medical marijuana by anyone other than a qualifying patient”


- Does not allow for the “operation of a motor vehicle, boat or aircraft while under the influence of marijuana” - Does not require accommodations for medical marijuana use “ in any place of education or employment or of smoking medical marijuana in any public place”- Does not require “any health insurance provider or any gov-ernment agency or authority to reimburse any person for ex-penses related to the medical use of marijuana” - Does not require “the violation of federal law or purports to give immunity under federal law”

Supporters of this amendment are: People United for Medical Marijuana, The American College of Physicians, Institute of Medicine, Senator Jeff Clemens (D-27), Senator Oscar Braynon (D-36), Representative Dave Kerner (D-87), Representative Katie Edwards (D-98) and Alana Clendenin, Vice chairperson for the Florida Democratic Party, Former Governor Charlie Crist (D), and Former Senator Nan Rich (D-34).

Opposers to this amendment include Governor Rick Scott (R), Attorney General Pam Bondi (R), US Senator Marco Rubio (R), Senator Don Gaetz (R-1), Representative Matt Gaetz (R-4), Representative Will Weatherford (R-38), Florida Medical Association, Florida Sheriff’s Association, Drug Free Florida Committee and the Florida Chamber of Commerce.

No. 3 Judicial Vacancies With voter approval, this measure would allow the governor to “prospectively” fill a vacancy. This clarifies existing consti-tutional language to specify that the outgoing governor can appoint incoming Florida Supreme Court Justices and district court of appeal judges if a vacancy occurs at the same time as the outgoing governor’s term ends. It would prevent the possibility of legal challenges and confusion when governors change and judicial vacancies occur.

Supporters of this amendment include the Florida Chamber of Commerce, Senator Tom Lee (R-24) and Senator Jack Lat-vala (R-20).

Opposers include Senator Jeremy Ring (D-29), Representative Jared Moskowitz (D-97) and Former Senator Alex Villalobos (D-38)

As an American, it’s your right and duty to vote. We all re-member the Florida voting fiasco in the 2000 General Election where President Bush and Al Gore faced off with a recount of votes. The total difference between the two was only 212 votes. In the last Primary Election, Florida State Representa-tive District 15 race was only separated by 3 votes. In the 2010 elections, Bay County had only 51.4% of the registered voters show up at the polls. In 2012, the percentage of voters went up to 71.2%.

Do your homework, be well educated on who you vote for, but most importantly, get out and vote on November 4th . Your vote does count!

For more information on Florida can-didates and amendments, please visit the Supervisor of Elections website at www.bayvotes.org.

Election 2014 Candidates

Representative in Congress, District 2• Steve Southerland (REP)• Gwen Graham (DEM)• Luther Lee (WRI)

Governor and Lieutenant Governor• Rick Scott and Carlos Lopez-Cantera (REP)• Charlie Crist and Annette Taddeo (DEM)• Adrian Wyllie and Greg Roe (LPF)• Farid Khavari and Lateresa A. Jones (NPA)• Glenn Burkett and Jose Augusto Matos (NPA)• Piotr Blass and Bob Wirengard (WRI)• Timothy Michael Devine and Diane Smith (WRI)• Emelia Sandra Harris and Georgianna G. Harris (WRI)• Monroe Lee and Juanita Lockett (WRI)• Charles Frederick Tolbert and Christine Timmon (WRI)

Attorney General• Pam Bondi (REP)• George Sheldon (DEM)• Bill Wohlsifer (LPF)

Chief Financial Officer• Jeff Atwater (REP)• William “Will” Rankin (DEM)

Commissioner of Agriculture• Adam Putnam (REP)• Thaddeus Thad Hamilton (DEM)• Jeffrey M. Obos (WRI)

State Representative, District 5• Brad Drake (REP)• Karen Schoen (LPF)

State Representative, District 6• Jay Trumbull (REP)• Jamie Shepard (DEM)• Henry Newman Lawrence III (GRE)• Jerry Wyche (WRI)

First District Court of Appeal• Robert T. Benton• Joseph Lewis, Jr.• Scott Makar• Tim Osterhaus• Clay Roberts

Circuit Judge, 14th Judicial Circuit, Group 4• William L. Wright*

Circuit Judge, 14th Judicial Circuit, Group 7• Hentz McClellan*

Circuit Judge, 14th Judicial Circuit, Group 9• Michael C. Overstreet*

Circuit Judge, 14th Judicial Circuit, Group 10• Jim Fensom*

* Where only one name appears for a particular office, the name will not appear on the ballot, except for retention offices (Supreme Court and District Court of Appeal) where every name will appear. The name of a write-in candidate will not appear on the ballot; instead, a blank line will appear Congratulations to the 14th Judicial Circuit Judges who will continue serving our area.


Providing Modern Port FacilitiesOver the last fifteen years, the Port Authority has made huge strides in transforming the Port of Panama City from an out-dated facility with limited capabilities to a modern effi-cient regional port with the capacity to handle over two mil-lion tons of cargo annually.

Since 2001, the Port has invested over $75 million dollars in improving its facilities and equipment. Approximately $25 million has come from State matching grants. The balance has come from Port revenues and low interest construction loans. The most significant investments over that time included the harbor deepening project in 2003, the multi-bulk terminal in 2007 and the distribution warehouse in 2013.

Today the Port has a very serviceable 36’ of water, refurbished warehouses, high capacity bulk facilities, and modern con-tainer handling equipment. Looking ahead, the Port Au-thority is making the necessary investments to accommodate larger ships and more containerized cargo. The Port is also

planning to expand its distribution warehouse and construct a rail transfer facility at its Intermodal Distribution Center on Highway 231.

Promoting TradeThe Port’s strategy to promote trade is based on finding and growing a number of valuable niche markets. The result has been a very diversified cargo base which has produced an av-erage annual growth rate of eight percent since 2001 - effec-tively tripling the Port’s cargo activity. These niches include exported kraft linerboard, imported copper cathodes, export-ed wood pellets, imported aggregates, imported steel, and a two-way trade of containerized cargo with Mexico.

In many of these trades the Port of Panama City has emerged as an industry leader. For example, the Port regularly handles more copper than any other U.S. Port. On average the Port handles approximately $2.1 billion dollars in copper annually. The copper is produced in mines in Chile and delivered to Panama City on two or three vessels per month. This business

PORT PANAMA CITYIS ON A MISSIONThe Panama City Port Authority has a clear vision - “Expand regional economic opportunities by providing modern port facilities, promoting trade, and supporting industrial development”.


has boosted Panama City’s profile worldwide, as the copper trade involves a number of major international traders and banks. Last year, the London Metal Exchange listed Pana-ma City as a delivery point for exchange traded copper. Over time, this development should produce additional copper-re-lated warehousing and logistic service opportunities in the community.

The Port of Panama City was the first port in the United States to build a dedicated wood pellet export facility. This facili-ty was instrumental in attracting Green Circle Bio Energy to build a large pellet plant in Jackson County. To date, Green Circle has exported nearly three million tons of wood pellets to Europe from the Port of Panama City. In the last few years, larger plants and terminal facilities have been built on the East Coast. However, Panama City remains the leader in total tons shipped.

Since 2005, Linea Peninsular has operated a dedicated con-tainer service between Panama City and the Yucatan of Mex-ico. Averaging 20,000 forty foot container loads a year, Linea Peninsular’s twice a week service makes Panama City the most active container port in the U.S. to Mexico trade. This business is almost perfectly balanced between imports and ex-ports and includes everything from blue jeans to cucumbers. Considering the expansion of Mexico’s economy, this trade

should provide steady growth in volume and in the value of the products shipped.

Over the next few years the Port expects to build on its niche in the container trade. It hopes to expand on the trade with Mexico and to add similar connections with Central Ameri-ca. The distribution warehouse and bulk transfer facility at the Intermodal Distribution Center are designed to support these efforts. The Port is also investing in support facilities for the refrigerated cargo that will be an important component of future trade with Mexico and Central America. If the Port is successful in growing its container trade, new opportunities in the region for logistics and distribution services will not be far behind.

Supporting Industrial DevelopmentWhile a strong cargo base is essential to the long-term viability of the Port, the largest economic benefit to the region is related to the industries the Port is able to attract and support.

The Port has a long record of attracting industry to the region, beginning with Berg Steel Pipe in 1979. Oceaneering Inter-national moved to the Port in 2004. Green Circle Bio Ener-gy came to Jackson County in 2007, based on facilities pro-vided by the Port. These companies have invested millions into their own facilities. They employ hundreds of people

PORT PANAMA CITYIS ON A MISSION


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JUN 14

MAY 14

50,962

55,764

67,403

75,188

65,660

82,086

Port Panama City Tonnage Report

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JUN 13

MAY 13

GENERALCARGO(TONS)

69,272

57,942

56,787

50,8107

56,611

59,555

TOTAL BULK CARGO(TONS)

CONTAINERS OUT

768

645

738

736

694

857

CONTAINERSIN

781

675

755

736

671

870

and spend countless dollars purchasing supplies and services throughout the region. These companies, along with several other manufacturers which rely on the Port, account for the lion’s share of the estimated $1.4 billion of economic impact generated by the Port within the region.

The Port Authority and the Bay County EDA are working to-gether to bring more port–related manufacturing to the area. A new plant generally represents tens of millions in new in-vestments and decades of new high wage jobs. It can also mean a new secure source of cargo for the port, creating a sec-ond wave of economic benefits. Basically, in terms of on-go-ing economic benefits to the region, new manufacturing is the gift that keeps on giving.

The Port and the City of Panama City have jointly developed a “shovel ready” industrial site connected directly to the Port by rail. This site is expected to be certified by national site

consultants in October. The Port is also prepared to prioritize services and add facilities to support a regional effort to attract a major manufacturer to a mega site in Jackson County.

Sticking With The VisionThe Port believes it has the right vision for Bay County and Northwest Florida. It enjoys a very constructive relationship with Florida DOT and with all of the economic development agencies within the region. It has a true partnership with the City of Panama City and with Bay County. It has a forward looking Board of Directors as well as committed employees.

This year the Port is updating its Master Plan. There will cer-tainly be a number of new initiatives emerging from this plan; but the Port expects its vision to remain the same. It is a vision that seems to be working.

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The Bay County Chamber hosted the Industry Appreciation Celebration during the month of September shining a spotlight on companies that help diversify Bay County’s economy, and acknowledging existing businesses in appreciation for their involvement in the community and their contributions to economic development. During the month long celebration, an awards breakfast was held on September 23rd at FSU Panama City where the Chamber recognized five local industries for Export Excellence, Business Expansion, Innovation, Newcomer and Entrepreneurship. Congratulations to all of our award winners.

Innovation AwardApplied Research Associates (ARA)

The quest for alternatives to fossil fuels moved to the forefront of our national energy security policy when President Obama ordered the federal government to triple its use of renewable energy by 2020. It seemed even with all of the mandates regard-ing the use of alternative fuel worldwide, cost effectively gener-ating 100% drop in jet and diesel biofuel was an engineering and science feat that was next to impossible to achieve. However, sci-entists in Bay County at Applied Research Associates (ARA) have cracked the code with the patented Catalytic Hydrothermolysis process. The process uses water as a catalyst to convert plant oils from renewable oil feed stock into CH crude, a stable intermedi-ate oil product that is very similar to petroleum crude oil.

Business Expansion AwardGulf Coast Regional Medical Center

In 2013, Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center completed a $35 million 42-bed critical care expansion wing that includes a 20-bed adult-level intesive care unit (ICU), an 18-bed neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and a four bed pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). The expansion allows the hospital to offer a new Level III NICU service, as well as a new Pediatric ICU service to the community. During the contracting phase, all local subcontractors were invited to bid on their applicable areas to be a part of the expansion project. With 598 full time employees, Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center anticipates a 15% revenue increase over the next five years.

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Entrepreneurship AwardAaron Rich Digital Marketing & IT Services

Since the inception of business operations in 2013, Aaron Rich Digital Marketing & IT Services has expeditiously grown their client base to over 200 clients and has increased monthly sales volume 350% since the 1st month of full operations (June 2013). Aaron Rich Digital Mar-keting & IT Services provides technology-based services for Website Development, Graphic Design, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Networking and IT Support for over 200 commercial businesses and non-profit organizations. During the first year of operations, the company expanded to three full time employees and three part time employees. In the next five years, the company is anticipating tremen-dous growth in sales and revenue.

Newcomer Award Florida Architects

Florida Architects opened their doors in Bay County in 2011, creating five full time positions with paying an average wage 76% over the average annual wage for Bay County. Before deciding on opening their doors in Bay County, they had considered locations such as Okaloosa, Walton and Escambia Counties but decided on Bay County because of our growth, the Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport service of Southwest Airlines, and the Gulf Coast State College ATC project. Within the next five years, Florida Architects intends to expand and add an additional five full time employees.

Export Excellence AwardBerg Steel Pipe Corporation

Berg Steel Pipe specializes in large diameter steel pipe production for the oil and gas sector in North America: United States, Canada and Mexico. The mill has a capacity of 240,000 tons per year and manufactures Linepipe. In 2013, Berg Steel Pipe exported 50% of their production to the Canadian market to be used in the energy sector. With 190 full time employees, the company has operated in Bay County since 1980 and looks forward to a bright future.

Thank you to those who have sponsoredthe various events for our Industry

Appreciation Celebration:

WOW! BusinessThe Clemons Company

Trustmark BankGulf Power

Carr, Riggs & IngramEconomic Development Alliance

of Bay CountyThe News Herald

Spinnaker Beach Club


LABOR FORCE EMPLOYED UNEMPLOYED UNEMPLOYED RATE

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JUN 14

MAY 14

95,000

92,685

92,521

94,608

94,007

92,025

89,326

87,410

87,347

88,488

87,764

86,096

5,674

5,275

5,174

6,120

6,243

5,929

6.0%

5.6%

5.6%

6.5%

6.6%

6.4%

REALTOR SALES MEDIAN PRICE REALTOR SALES MEDIAN PRICE

JUL 14

JUN 14

MAY 14

JUL 13

JUN 13

MAY 13

260

240

240

192

205

241

$179,000

$170,000

$160,200

$185,500

$169,900

$160,000

22,099

23,181

23,013

21,042

20,235

22,222

$185,000

$185,000

$180,000

$178,000

$175,900

$172,500

JUL 14

JUN 14

MAY 14

JUL 13

JUN 13

MAY 13

130

114

141

136

146

171

$167,950

$181,000

$165,000

$172,000

$176,950

$183,000

8,984

9,594

10,558

9,262

9,304

11,354

$137,500

$141,000

$145,000

$128,000

$130,000

$127,500

RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL

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JUN 14

MAY 14

JUL 13

JUN 13

MAY 13

48

44

31

18

31

31

2

0

2

2

2

2

GROSS SALES TAXABLE SALES TAX COLLECTIONS

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JUN 14

MAY 14

JUL 13

JUN 13

MAY 13

$566,287,728

$540,757,586

$655,457,789

$524,518,358

$502,026,938

$646,349,490

$321,332,562

$290,216,534

$339,395,689

$374,727,733

$296,160,294

$266,395,330

$19,832,031

$17,902,493

$20,536,700

$22,995,219

$18,329,395

$16,812,541

current labor statistics for Bay County

real estate salesEXISTING SINGLE FAMILY HOMES

CONDO - TOWNHOME SALES

Bay County building permits

Bay County sales tax collections

INSIGHTS:Bay EDA Updateby: Neal Wade, Executive Director

One of the most engaging debates, lately, has been about the emerging automotive man-ufacturing sector in Mexico and its impact on the U.S. automo-tive industry. While, for many Americans, Mexico doesn’t always come to mind when thinking auto, they are becom-ing a major player in this sector.

Worldwide, Mexico is the 8th largest vehicle producer, eclips-ing Canada, and giving other traditional automotive rich countries a run for their money. In 2013, more than 2.5 million vehicles were exported from Mexico and that was before Audi and several other new manufacturers began produc-tion there. Global automotive giants like Ford, VW, Nissan, Honda and GM have production facilities in Mexico, and even more are announcing there this year.

As an auto parts producer, Mex-ico ranks worldwide as the 5th largest which may offer ports like ours an opportunity to get a foothold along with other tra-ditional ports that already claim much of the business.

We have one of the best ports in the country right here in Bay County, and our leaders are correct to explore ways to cap-italize on the growing Mexican auto industry, especially with so many existing manufacturers in the Southeast.

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Demographic Snapshot

Bay County Population: 179,459Median Age: 40Labor Force: 90,424Average Wage: $33,251

Households: 73,362Household Income: $48,400Per Capita Income: $24,859

PANAMA CITY BEACH MEXICO BEACH

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% CHANGE

MAY 14

JUN 13

% CHANGE

$3,171,751

$2,956,806

7.27%

$1,600,954

$1,480,795

8.11%

$100,556

$93,244

7.84%

$51,909

$41,519

25.02%

Bay County bed tax collections

July - September 2014

TOTAL PASSENGERS COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS

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JUN 14

MAY 14

JUL 13

JUN 13

MAY 13

90,923

88,940

86,508

84,996

91,074

86,080

1,369

1,422

1,524

1,327

1,278

1,272

Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport passenger traffic

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MAY 13

% CHANGE

$1,305,434

$1,143,303

14.18%

$37,667

$33,569

12.21%

National, state & local unemployment rate (Jan 1990 to July 2013)

INSIGHTS:Bay EDA Update


Change a Life Over LunchThe Take Stock in ChildrenProgram in Bay District Schoolsby: Bay County Chamber of Commerce StaffIt is a busy Wednesday during lunch at Jinks Middle School. Stu-dents are in the lunch line and teachers are catching up on their daily duties. While this is a normal day at the school, some of those sitting in the lunchroom chairs look a little different than the students.

Each week, business professionals from all different backgrounds choose to turn their lunch hour into something more than eating and running errands. “Change a life over lunch” is the motto of the Take Stock in Children Program which has been in Bay District Schools for over 14 years.

“Take Stock in Children is a public-private partnership. Local citi-zens raise funds for scholarships, and these funds, in turn, receive a match from the Florida Prepaid Foundation. The intent is to provide academic and financial support to students who might not otherwise be able to attend college or other post-secondary education,“ says Beth Deluzain, Executive Director of Bay Educa-tion Foundation.

Over the past year, Brittany Cole, the Vice President of Communi-cations at the Bay County Chamber of Commerce has served as a mentor to a student at Jinks Middle School by the name of May-cee. Maycee is a smart, driven eighth grader with a heart of gold. Maycee’s mother, Keilly Aultman, explains why she decided to enroll her in this program. “The cost of college is rising every year.

Being a single mother with two children to put through college, it was a simple decision. The application process was very easy and Maycee puts forth enormous effort in her work, so for me to com-plete the application and essay was no trouble, “ says Aultman.

By the time Maycee graduates from Bay High School, she will have a scholarship waiting for her thanks to the Bay Education Foundation. In the meantime, Maycee and her fellow classmates must work hard to achieve their goal. Maycee’s mother, Keilly, says this has also helped Maycee achieve academic and person-al growth. “Maycee is and has always been very mature and dedicated to her school work. The program is helping her to re-main responsible and be accountable for her grades. She was able to complete the required volunteer hours through helping with youth events at our church. Maycee has always been a quiet, re-served child and I have seen an increase in her confidence and she has become more outgoing.”

Take Stock in Children is not just important to Bay District Schools, but to the Bay County business community as a whole. “A critical component of a successful community is having a highly-skilled work force. The importance of post-secondary education cannot be over-emphasized, particularly as we look to attract high wage industry to our area and sustain our quality of life with careful stewardship of our natural resources. Every Take Stock student that completes school is a potential taxpayer, community leader, and good citizen. We are proud of the teachers, nurses, business women, etc., that are Take Stock scholars working in our commu-nity.” says Deluzain.

The purpose of the program is to keepstudents on the right track to college. To receive a college scholarship, the student must follow several rules:• A student must have parental/guardian permission to participate in the program• Students must remain alcohol/drug/crime free• Must be eligible for free or reduced lunch• Must maintain a 2.5 GPA by 9th grade and graduate high school

As for Brittany Cole and other business members looking to get involved in the program, it can create lifelong relation-ships that are not just important to the student but the men-tor as well. “Mentoring the scholarship students is very im-portant and fulfilling to the mentors as well as the students. I think Maycee got very lucky with the mentor she was paired with. Brittany takes an active role in Maycee’s life and the time that she spends with her is very important. She enjoys Brittany taking time from her schedule to bring her lunch at school, whatever Maycee wants is delivered by someone she now considers a friend. She looks forward to their time to-gether, whether in person or a quick text message or Facebook post. I really appreciate the bond between Maycee and her mentor and think their relationship is one that is very import-ant to Maycee too,” says Keilly.

Success stories from past graduates in the Take Stock in Children program include nurses, business owners, engi-neers, and more. How can you get involved? Call 850-767-4111 or visit BayEducationFoundation.org.


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VA, Navy Breaks Ground for New Clinics at NSA PCby: Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin B. GrayNaval Support Activity Panama City Public Affairs

Military members and civilians gathered for a ground-break-ing ceremony for two new clinics on August 7th on board Na-val Support Activity Panama City (NSA PC). The new clinics, one belonging to the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System, and the other to Naval Hospital Pensacola, will be accessible from outside of NSA PC, allowing customers easier access to both facilities.

The current Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Clinic ser-vices approximately 5,500 veterans. The VA projects a 28-per-cent growth of veteran enrollment in the Florida panhandle within the next 10 years.

The new VA clinic will provide the following services: prima-ry care, laboratory, pharmacy, dietician, dental, social work, radiology, teleretina/surgical, volunteer services and wom-en’s health/primary care.

The Naval Branch Health Clinic Panama City (NBHC PC) is one of 10 branch clinics assigned to Naval Hospital Pensaco-la and is currently located onboard NSA PC. NBHC PC was recently awarded Level III Recognition, the highest possible

recognition a practice can receive, from the National Commit-tee for Quality Assurance.

The current NBHC PC building encompasses approximately 6,400 square feet. It was constructed in 1957 as a dispensary for the United States Navy Mine Defense Laboratory, and pri-or to May 2001, NHBC PC was an Active Duty-only clinic. In May 2001, NBHC PC expanded its services to active duty fam-ily members, retirees and their family members. The clinic has an enrollment of more than 1,400 TRICARE beneficiaries and provides occupational health care to approximately 2,200 civilian employees.

NBHC PC’s new clinic will continue to provide the following services: family practice medicine, occupational health, pre/post deployment, health promotion, laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, audiograms, immunizations, overseas screening, Exceptional Family Member Program, dental (active duty ser-vicemembers).

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Changing seasons in our beautiful area of the country can mean a new job search. With the end of the tourism season, sea-sonal workers are looking for new oppor-tunities, and those who have sent their children back to school may become in-terested in working outside of the home. Don’t forget the holiday season, which brings another unique hiring period. Whether you’re looking for a seasonal or part-time opportunity or the next step on your career ladder, CareerSource Gulf Coast stands ready to help.

You couldn’t be in better hands when you partner with CareerSource Gulf Coast. At the close of our fiscal year late this sum-mer, CareerSource Gulf Coast was named

#1 in the state among all 24 regions of Florida in job place-ments. That’s a special honor – and a tribute to the caliber of the workforce professionals on hand in our offices. We are proud of our record in connecting job seekers with employ-ment opportunities, and aiding employers in their search for skilled talent, but we are more proud just to serve our com-munity.

With CareerSource Gulf Coast, you will be connected to em-ployers hiring right now, develop a professional and com-pelling resume, prepare for interviews and much more. You will be matched to jobs based on your education, skill set and vision for your future and the best part is we can guide you through every step of the process.

CareerSource Gulf Coast harnesses the power of this state’s largest database of employment opportunities, the Employ Florida Marketplace. The first step for all job seekers is to register with the marketplace online at EmployFlorida.com. Registration is easy, free and confidential – and help is available at our Job Center, should you need assistance. Once you have completed this step you may more fully take advantage of our valuable employment services.

Through the Employ Florida portal, you can proactively re-view the latest openings and sort in numerous ways: industry, educational/skills requirements, location and more. While you’re posting your resume and searching openings, employ-ers across the area are using the portal to search for qualified candidates.

Furthermore, at each of our offices (Bay, Gulf and Franklin Counties), there is a professional resource room where you have free access to computers, printers, phones, Internet ac-cess and more. Whether you have employment barriers, have been out of the workforce for a while or you just need help pre-paring for an interview, we can assist. Specialized career coun-selors are available to help veterans, military family members, and those with a disability. Available by appointment, they work with you hand-in-hand to identify your strengths and challenges and then recommend strategies/services to help. Also available to assist you are a variety of free employment workshops– with a fully revamped offering just being un-veiled. Workshops are designed to provide valuable informa-tion on job search strategies, interviewing, and resume prepa-ration. To view a listing of workshops available, visit our website – and while you’re there, subscribe to our electronic newsletter to stay abreast of emerging tools and assistance to help with the job search process.

Additionally, numerous employers in the area utilize us to host hiring events or job fairs. By keeping in touch with us via the Internet, you are always assured to have the latest in-formation.

Don’t wait – get started with CareerSource Gulf Coast now! Visit our one-stop job center at 625 Highway 231, Panama City, or call us at (850) 872-4340. You will also find us at Ca-reerSourceGC.com and on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

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If you are a member of the Bay County Chamber and would like to submit your business news to be published, email a press release, logo or photo to [email protected]

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Burg Management CompanyTammy Mallory of Burg Manage-ment Company recently joined the elite group of community associa-tion managers who have earned the Professional Community As-sociation Manager (PCAM®) cre-dential from Community Associ-ations Institute (CAI). Mallory is

one of more than 2,200 manag-ers worldwide who have earned the highest level of professional recognition in the community as-sociation field. Mallory has held her Florida Community Associ-ation Manager license for over nine years. She currently manag-es eight homeowner associations with over 1,200 owners. She has been employed by Burg Man-agement Company since 2004.

The Florida Festivals & Events Association (FFEA) recently an-nounced the winners of its annu-al SUNsational Awards during its 20th anniversary convention

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and tradeshow. The Panama City Downtown Improvement Board won first place in the t-shirt and social media categories for Friday Fest and second place in the t-shirt category for Oktoberfest. Nom-inations were judged by a blue

ribbon panel representing media outlets, printing companies, web-site designers, photographers, promotional marketing profes-sionals and social media experts.

Wyndham Bay Point Golf Resort & Spa welcomes Evan Fuller as the new General Manager. In his new role, Fuller will lead the re-sort through upcoming renova-tions and service upgrades with a focus on quality and customer service. With 30 years of hospi-tality management experience, Fuller brings a keen understand-ing of “hands on” leadership and a track record of working through extensive renovations while in-creasing customer satisfaction.

Peoples First Insurance welcomes several new additions to their team. John Burrows is the new Se-nior Vice President of Commercial Lines and Group Benefits. John has over 15 years of high level leader-ship experience in the P&C and Group Health insurance industry. Tara Dent joins the Peoples First insurance team as one of our new

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Benefits Agents. She is a licensed 2-15 agent specializing in indi-vidual health insurance. Chuck Tucker has joined Peoples First Title Agency as a Senior Escrow Officer. Chuck has over eleven 11 years’ experience in the title industry, as an owner of his own title company, and a title agent with several other national and local title companies. Rose Clemo is a recent graduate of Florida State University with a dual de-gree in Marketing and Hospitali-ty Management. She is excited to be a part of the Peoples First In-surance team by serving as their


Marketing and PR Specialist. Cin-dy Ratliff began her insurance career in 1974. She has been li-censed in the areas of Property & Casualty, Life & Health, Financial Securities, and has also earned her “Certificated Professional In-surance Women” designation.

FL for most of 2015 on two shift operations. Berg’s parent com-pany, Europipe GmbH, has also been contracted to manufacture approximately 20 miles of heavy wall and special length pipe.

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Students of the AMIkids Panama City Marine Institute spend their day using canoes to collect trash from Econfina Creek. Econfina is one of the most beautiful natural waterways in Northwest Flor-ida and is a popular attraction, too popular if you could see how much trash winds up in it. Econ-fina also acts as the main fresh water source for Bay County, so it’s important that it be kept clean. Students collected over 8 bags of trash. The trash had lodged itself in locations only accessible by ca-noe. The students took to the task with gusto and performed a much needed service for the community.

Embry-Riddle AeronauticalUniversityEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical Uni-versity is launching several new programs in the month of July including Bachelor of Science in Communications, Bachelor ofHarrison Sale McCloy Attorneys

at Law is pleased to announce that C. Andrew Weddle has been named a 2014 Rising Star by Super Lawyers® for a second consecu-tive year. Super Lawyers Rising Stars was launched to recognize

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top up-and-coming attorneys in the state who are 40 years old or younger and have been practic-ing law for less than 10 years. Weddle was selected as a Rising Star in 2013. He has served as President of the Bay County Bar Association, and is a member of the Florida Defense Lawyers As-sociation, the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the St. Andrews Bay American Inn of Court and the Florida Bar.

Panama City based Berg Steel Pipe Corp. and Mobile based Berg Spiral Pipe Corp. received an or-der for more than 480,000 net tons

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of large diameter pipe from Dallas based Energy Transfer Partners for its ET Rover Pipeline Project. This is the largest order Berg has ever received. Berg has been con-tracted to manufacture more than 600 miles of pipe, which will en-sure loading of its mills located in Mobile, AL and Panama City,

In its July 2014 issue, Florida Trend magazine named Bay County Attorney Terrell Arline among its list of top Florida law-yers. Florida’s Legal Elite is an an-nual peer-selected roster of attor-neys chosen for their outstanding contributions to their profession and representing fewer than 2 percent of active members of the Florida Bar. Arline is among only 55 lawyers designated in the Gov-ernment and Non-Profit division,

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Science in Engineering Technol-ogy, Master of Science in Avia-tion Finance, Master of Science in Information Security and As-surance, Master of Science in Management Information Sys-tems, and Master of Science in Unmanned Systems. For more information on these programs, visit www.worldwide.erau.edu/Tyndall or call 850.283.4557.

Dr. Bobbi Baker, HMDC, Cov-enant Hospice Adjunct Medical Director, was recently granted the Hospice Medical Director Cer-tified credential by the Hospice Medical Director Certification Board. Baker was recognized for her commitment to improving the quality of life by displaying

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professional competency in the hospice industry. Hospice prac-tice includes patient care, medi-cation management, performance improvement, engagement in interdisciplinary group (IDG) activities, and much more. Pro-fessional certification affirms a knowledge and experience base for hospice practitioners to dis-play commitment to their ca-reer, dedication to patient and

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The City of Callaway is located next to Tyndall Air Force Base, home to the 325th Fighter Wing. We have an accommodating commercial/business district strategically located on US98 (Tyndall Pkwy) and SR22 (Wewa Hwy).

The Callaway Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) can help incentivize new business opportunities. Please contact us to find out how the Callaway CRA can help your business.

Callaway Board of Commissioners (and CRA Board): Mayor Thomas Abbott Commissioner Melba Covey Commissioner Pamn Henderson Commissioner Bob Pelletier Commissioner Ralph Hollister Contact: Michael Fuller, City Manager |6601 E. Highway 22|Callaway, FL 32404 Phone (850)871-6000|Email [email protected]


Shay Harrison joined Gulf Coast State Col-lege Corporate College in April as the Assistant Coordinator. She brings experience in manage-ment and coordinating non-profit marketing ini-tiatives and events. Shay is a native of Panama City and has a Bachelor of Science in Profession-al Communications from

FSU Panama City. As part of the Economic Development Division at Gulf Coast State College, Corporate College serves as one of the College’s strategic community part-ners for continuing, community and business education.

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Many young professionals are enthusiastic about area business and community opportunities and are ready to get involved as new leaders. Bay Young Professionals (BYP) was formed by the Bay County Chamber of Commerce to specifically address the needs of this age group to enrich our community by uniting, developing and retaining our future leaders.

If you are interested in becoming part of the Bay Young Professionals (BYP) group, contact Kevin Kussro at850-215-3757 or [email protected].

Jamie Greeno is the multi-media sales representative at the News Her-ald. He helps many businesses on Panama City Beach with their adver-tising needs. He attended college at Eastern Connecticut State (ECSU) to experience life in the northeastern United States. In college, Greeno developed his college’s spirit crew and also was a key fundraiser/mem-bership coordinator for ECSU’s American Marketing Association club, helping make ECSU one of the top marketing organizations in the nation.

Born in Boca Raton, Florida, he was surrounded by success and he strives for it everyday. Having helped his family build and maintain two business-es, he aspires to one day be a business owner. He spends his time reading, learning, and educating himself on sales, leadership, and business develop-ment. Greeno is a believer in the power of positive thinking and motivation.

With a passion for fashion, many people in town refer to him as the “Bow Tie Guy”. His love of fashion is focused on breaking the trend of flip flops and t-shirts with dress pants and bow ties. He is a member of Bay Young Profes-sionals, Bay County Chamber of Commerce, and the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce and plans to get more involved in the community.

Jamie Greeno

Shannon Sheibe, a San Diego native, has been active in the Bay County community for the past ten years. She received her Bach-elor’s and Master’s degree in Communication from FSU Pana-ma City. In honor of her accomplishments as a student and now an alumna, she was named a Notable ‘Nole in 2012 by her fellow alumni, an annual award bestowed upon three outstanding Semi-noles. Staying loyal to her alma mater, Sheibe joined FSU Panama City as the Development and Alumni Affairs Coordinator in 2011 and is responsible for engaging alumni and raising funds that pro-vide scholarships to students. Prior to joining FSU Panama City, Shannon worked for four years at United Way of Northwest Florida as their Marketing and Communications Specialist.

Sheibe is a board member for the Panama City Seminole Club as well as American Advertising Federation – Panama City. She has been an active member of both the Bay County Chamber of Com-merce and the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce for over six years. Recently, Sheibe joined the Emerald Coast Business Wom-en and looks forward to getting involved with the organization.

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October3rdFirst Friday*FSU Panama City HolleyAcademic Center (4750 Collegiate Drive)

Networking:7:15 a.m. / Program 8:00 a.m.Sponsored by:Bay Medical Sacred Heart

Program: Meet the Candidates

16thBusiness After Hours*Location TBD5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Sponsored by:Acentria

23rdFirst RespondersAppreciationWyndham Bay Point Resort(4114 Jan Cooley Drive)11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Contact Elizabeth at 215.3761 for sponsorship information

November7thFirst Friday*FSU Panama City HolleyAcademic Center (4750 Collegiate Drive)Networking:7:15 a.m. / Program 8:00 a.m.Sponsored by:Florida State UniversityPanama City

15th2nd Annual Color Vibe 5KOld Panama City-Bay County International Airport Site

To register, visit ColorVibe.com

18thBusiness After Hours*SheltAir at Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport(6300 West Bay Parkway)5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Sponsored by:SheltAir and Baysolutions

December5th First Friday*FSU Panama City HolleyAcademic Center (4750 Collegiate Drive)

Networking:7:15 a.m. / Program 8:00 a.m.Sponsored by:Gulf Coast Regional Medical CenterProgram: General Etter and the NORAD Santa Tracker

9thBusiness After Hours*FSU Panama City HolleyAcademic Center (4750 Collegiate Drive)5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Sponsored by:The Eye Center of North Florida

For a complete and up to date list of all Chamber activities, includingcommittee meetings,visit our website at www.PanamaCity.org

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A-1 Anytime Bonding, Inc.323 Magnolia Ave.Panama City, FL 32401(850) 872-0911(850) 872-0494 (fax)

Advanced Orthodontics2202 State Ave., Ste. 200Panama City, FL 32405(850) 769-2722

AMIKids, PC Marine InstitutePO Box 268Panama City, FL 32402-0268(850) 872-4715

Arias Entertainment, LLC167 Lake Merial Blvd.Panama City, FL 32404(850) 271-3335

(B2) / BSquared463 Jeffco Blvd.St. Louis, MO 63010(314) 749-5975(314) 442-4061 (fax)

Beachy Beach Real Estate17500 PCB ParkwayPanama City Beach, FL 32413(850) 233-4351

Black Thumb Wildlife Services1421 Stevenson Dr.Tallahassee, FL 32301(850) 445-2256

Dana Morris, Attorney at Law509 Harrison Ave., Ste. 200 APanama City, FL 32401(850) 257-5680

Dante’s Pizza2150 MLK Jr. Blvd.Panama City, FL 32405(850) 215-2232

Dermatology Surgery Center303 W. 26th St.Lynn Haven, FL 32444(850) 640-0019

Dr. Michael Reed - Spinal Associates500 W. 19th St.Panama City, FL 32405(850) 257-7097

EJ’s Auto World5 East 15th St.Panama City, FL 32401(850) 763-6003

Emperess Homecare505 E. Spring St., Apt. 1Dothan, AL 36303(334) 648-4497

First American Title Insurance Co.2353 Jenks Ave.Panama City, FL 32405(850) 235-2685

Goldring Gulf Distributing927 Mulberry Ave.Panama City, FL 32401(850) 785-8591

GTS Entertainment2205 Grant Ave., Ste EPanama City, FL 32405(850) 747-0903

Katie Deen-Mantelli, ACSM CPT6301 Boat Race Rd.Panama City, FL 32404(904) 861-5323

Lighthouse Accounting and Tax220 Pine Ridge Dr.Panama City, FL 32405(850) 270-2696

New York Life1009 Hopkins LanePanama City, FL 32409(850) 637-1437

Next Solutions281 Industrial Blvd.Tullahoma, TN 37388(727) 422-1169

Outback Steakhouse861 W. 23rd St.Panama City, FL 32405(850) 784-9649

Painting with a Twist2503 Highway 77 Suite BPanama City, FL 32405(248) 736-7007

Patriot Tax Solutions433 Harrison Ave.Panama City, FL 32401(850) 215-3279

Peoples South Bank630 Ohio Ave.Lynn Haven, FL 32444(850) 265-1967

TEKsystems4300 Legendary Dr., Ste 206Destin, FL 32541(850) 837-5884

Waffle House420 Oak Harbor Lane #104Destin, FL 32541(850) 319-2956

We Care For You390 S. Tyndall Pkwy #164Panama City, FL 32404(850) 960-3867

We=Balance2500 Minnesosta Ave.Lynn Haven, FL 32444(850) 691-2793

Who Dey Prints & Embroidery4718 Highway 22Panama City, FL 32404(850) 747-4777

Yulista Aviation Services511 Skyview Dr.Panama City Beach, FL 32407(850) 234-6314

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20 YearsBay District School BoardCopy Products CompanySWS Environmental Services

25 YearsAmerican Business Center, Inc.Applied Research Associates, Inc.Bauman Chiropractic ClinicBoys & Girls Clubs of Bay CountyNorthrop GrummanSand Dollar Inn

35 YearsBush Air ConditioningSouthern Transport Service

40 YearsKent-Forest Lawn Funeral Home & Cemeteries

55 YearsGAC Contractors, Inc.

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1. Military Affairs Committee members enjoy awelcome social for the new commander at TyndallAir Force Base, Colonel Derek France.2. Bay Arts Alliance celebrates the arts at August First Friday3. Bay Young Professionals members get a “behind the scenes” look at Gulf World Marine Park4. Bay County Chamber welcomes new leaders to the area at our CEO Welcome Reception5. Area industries are celebrated at September First Friday6. Military Affairs Committee members say farewell to Col. Graff at a reception.

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