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The Official Publication of The Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral December 2010
Magazine
“To Promote and Serve Business and Community”
Join Us For The December General
Membership Meeting At The Resort At Marina Village
Cape Coral Farmer’s Market Every Saturday in Club Square
Join Us On Saturday, December 4th For The Comcast Holiday Festival Of Lights
Get In & Get Busy in the Chamber Trends MagazineMore than 6,000 readers monthly
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30-second commercial promoting your business. Non-profit organizations receive2 free 1/2 page ads per year upon request with their membership.)
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your business and a banner ad in the Chamber Trends Weekly E-Newsletter)
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Trends Weekly E-Newsletter.
Please call Donna Germain at 549-6900 ext 107 for more [email protected]
Publisher & EditorDonna Schuman-GermainCommunications Director
Contributing EditorsMike Quaintance
Chamber [email protected]
Stephanie Roberson, Technology Director
Bob KnickmanSpecial Events Director
Claudia St. OngeBusiness Manager
Chamber of Commerce of Cape CoralP.O. Box 100747
Cape Coral, FL 339102051 Cape Coral Parkway
Cape Coral, FL 33904Phone (239) 549-6900
Fax (239) 549-9609
December 2010December 4th
Cape Coral Antique & Craft MarketClub Square
SE 10th Place & SE 47th Terrace8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
December 4thComcast Holiday Festival of Lights
Cape Coral Parkway4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
December 7thBusiness Card Exchange
Bouchard Insurance8191 College Parkway Ste 202
Ft Myers, FL 339197:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.
December 8thGeneral Membership LunchThe Resort At Marina Village
Guest Speaker Dr. Gary Jackson, FGCU Lutgert College of Business
5951 Silver King Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33914Sponsored by Sprint & The News-Press
$20.00 For Members w/reservationsCall 549-6900 ext. 300 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
December 16thBusiness After Hours
TIB Bank506 Cape Coral Pkwy Cape Coral, FL 339045:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Every Saturday In DecemberCape Coral Farmer’s Market
Club Square (SE 10th Place & SE 47th Terrace)8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
To register for any of the above event onlinevisit www.capecoralchamber.com
Q’s World 2010 Board of DirectorsJoe Padgett, Chairman of the Board, Lee
County Electric CooperativeMichelle Lewis, Chairman Elect All Power
Electric & All Power SecurityDonna Meola, Treasurer Regions Bank
Elmer Tabor, Past Chairman Wonderland Realty & Big John’s Plaza
Barb Adams, Lee Memorial Health System
Ed Bolter, Lamar AdvertisingAnnette Carrasquillo, Individual Member
JoAnn Cicone, TIB BankTony Constantino, Kevin Burns &
AssociatesAngela Davis, Merrill Lynch
Cindy Gallagher, The News-PressTom Giles, Avalon Engineering
Chuck Hugan, Closet TailorsWayne Kirkwood, Kirkwood Electric
Cheryl Komnick, Caloosa Tent & Party Rental
Nancy Kratt, R.A.K. Lawn ServiceCarl Schwing, City of Cape Coral
Joe Mazurkiewicz, BJM ConsultingAli Parker, Realty World—Florida
Beth Sanger, Cape Coral Community Foundation
Tom Shipp, Shipp, O’Neil & Pohl, LLPDominick Soricelli, Hampton Inn & Suites
Chris Spiro, Spiro & Associates
2010 TrusteesBeverly Black, Black Business Solutions
Brett Bisbe, B2 SolutionsJoe Francioni, Innovative
Printing & SignsMartin Hass, Entech Computer Services
Tim Hauck, Metz Funeral HomeToniRae Hurley, Iberia Bank
Mark Miloff, Miloff Aubuchon Property Management
Peggy Newlan, Ooh La La Salon & SpaStan Spicer, Platinum Service A/C
Chamber StaffMike Quaintance, President
Stephanie Roberson, Technology Director
Bob Knickman, Special Events DirectorDonna Schuman-Germain, Communications Director
Claudia St.Onge, Business Manager
Volunteers Make It HappenMike “Q” Quaintance, President
In the Chamber and in these times of economic challenge the above statement has never been so true. For years we have
said the “Membership Is The Life Blood Of The Chamber.” Some felt that we were referring to the contribution to the economic well-being of the Chamber, and that is part of the equation.
When volunteers focus on other issues, it is a crystal clear reminder how much we “non-profits” depend on you “the volunteer.”
I have always said that at least 50 percent of the Chamber’s accomplishments are due to our volunteers, whether it be a committee member, barricade specialist, special events specialist, welcome center special or a speaker/trainer.
Events like the RE/MAX Realty Team Red, White and Boom or the Comcast Holiday Festival of Lights would not be possible without hundreds of volunteers. If not for those volunteers who work at the welcome desk each day, the Chamber would have to hire additional staff.
Our volunteers also help run our committees. Coming from the private sector into the
Chamber world almost 14 years ago, I discovered that I had no idea all of the wonderful things that a Chamber can do for a business.
When I was in the hardware business I was a member of every community chamber, but I never went to a meeting, never attended an event and never read the newsletter. My mentor and boss, Nelson Yoder shared his understanding of the Chamber with me,
““Q”, belonging to the Chamber is like paying hush money to a black mailer. If you don’t do it they will tell everyone in the community and someone won’t do business with you, they call it advertising.” I found out that Nelson’s advised was a myth.
Until we moved to Florida and I started the Town Planner Community Calendar in 1993, I did not know any differently. I joined the Chamber and others in the region to meet people and build relationships as I know that, “People Buy From People They Know.” Chamber membership is what made me successful with the Town Planner; this happened because I got involved, built relationships and ASKED FOR BUSINESS.
While I can’t promise you anything other than opportunities to meet people and promote your business, I do know that those members that get involved usually have a greater return on their investment, both financially and personally. It is a symbiotic relationship that exists between the members and chamber, both having needs that can be fulfilled for all stakeholders.Volunteers as we are about to close 2010, I would like to share my utmost appreciation for believing in the Chamber. We exist because of you! Have a save and joyous holiday season!
Special Events NewsHoliday Festival of
LightsBob Knickman
Special Events Director
So it’s been a year since I’ve done one of these special events without
any extra help (i.e. John Bolam) and I feel more out of shape than my waist line. I would like to take the time to thank the following chamber members who have stepped up to the plate and handled my curveballs as Holiday Festival of Lights
committee members. Thanks to Event Chair and Co Chair Joseph Francioni and Brett
Bisbe, Logistics Captain Stan Spicer, Volunteer Coordinator Ed Ramos, Title Sponsor Sandi Wilson of Comcast, Tree and Santa Captains Doug Barker & Melissa Miller, Snowdrift Captains Tim Collier & Chris Horseman, Kidz Street Captain Brett Furlong and Gift Basket Auction Captains Cindy Naumann & Sandra Silva.
We must all give thanks this year to our sponsors of the Holiday Festival of Lights, because without them no Christmas Magic happens in Cape Coral. Comcast, LCEC, State Farm Insurance, Cape Christian Fellowship, Caloosa Tent & Party Rental, Kiwanis Club of Cape Coral, The Community Redevelopment Agency, Suncoast Beverage, Paradise Deli & Market, The News-Press, Lite, 93.7, The Daily Breeze, Lamar Advertising, Matteo Graphics, Wonderland Realty and Big Johns Shopping Center.
As you know the backbone of our chamber are the volunteers and it’s with great pleasure I thank the following. Aletha Juers, Annette Carrasquillo, Berge Aslanian, Beverly Black, Brent Bramhall, Chris Berardi, Chris Spiro, Colleen Humphries, Crystal Crothers, David Head, David Sanvidge, Debbie Frost, Donna Bates, Donna Meola, Ed Donaldson, Eric Malaski, Gloria Tate, Jessica Reiter, Joanne Ciccone, John Manning, Kandace Salter, Karen Baker, Karen Barnes, Kris Jacobsen, Kristin Gilbert, Linda Heidenreich, Mark Popp, Mary Kirkwood, Michael Schneider-Christians, Mr. Silva, Nancy Tedros, Nickole Hendra, Pasha Donaldson, Rick Barchers, Sam Davis, Sandra Keiser, Stacie Dunn, Steve Neff, Steve Riggs, Terri Hall, Terry Frith, Tom Hayden, Trish Lassiter, Verena Schneider-Christians, Wayne Kirkwood and Yoseph Tedros.
Thanks to each and everyone who helped us make it though 2010. It was one crazy and weird year!!!!
Coaching TrendsThe Paradox Of Control In
Leveraging Strengths And Achieving A State Of Flow
Doni Landefeld, Ph.D.
Have you ever taken the time to seriously contemplate your
strengths? The acid test of a strength is something you do repeatedly, successfully, and happily. And when it comes to improving performance within a specific area, research indicates it is most lucrative to leverage strengths to enhance
performance and achieve your potential. Now don’t underestimate the typical necessity to also focus upon development areas, or what I’ll reluctantly refer to as a deficiency or derailer, but work within this domain typically takes much longer as the brain must slowly be eased into accepting change, once new behaviors are practiced and acquired. Exercise is one example of a development area for many, as entry into this “world” can be extremely off-putting and frustrating; but if you stick with it, your brain and body will eventually make a transformation and not only accept the new behavior as something that is natural, but depend upon it for peak performance.
But back to leveraging strengths - like most things in life, there is a balance to maintain. Because a strength is something we do repeatedly, we tend to default to certain behaviors associated with that strength because they are familiar and comfortable for us. This can lead to overusing a strength to the point that it becomes a liability. Personal example: I am an extremely “planful” individual who puts a substantial amount of time into planning out my days, weeks, months, and just about everything I do. In most cases, this approach works for me because it enables me to get a lot of things
done. Planning and organizing helps me to merge the concepts of being both goal and results-oriented. But, I am aware that being “planful” can also be overused when I am sometimes perceived as being rigid and slightly unwilling to deviate from my “plan.” I have had to undergo major reflection and behavior modification to understand the paradox of control in leveraging this strength so it is not overused to the point of becoming a liability.
Maintaining balance in how we use our strengths shares some parallels with being in a “state of flow” or “in the zone” while performing in an area at work, home, or at play. Once again, the paradox of control applies because finding flow happens when someone experiences having a sense of control but doesn’t worry about losing this control. There is almost a loss of self-consciousness when finding flow because a performed behavior is virtually automatic and natural. How might the paradox of control apply in your life? What are some of your strengths that you may be overusing? What are some moments you have experienced performing in a state of flow? Achieving higher levels of performance at work, home, or at play will require a deeper understanding of balancing your strengths to experience a very fulfilling state of flow.
Doni’s background is in executive college administration in both rural and urban Pennsylvania. Dr. Landefeld first started coaching with students, faculty, and her staff, and has always focused on helping others enhance their performance. Doni recently created Metamorphosis Coaching to offer small and medium sized business professionals strategy, support, and accountability factors that leverage their strengths and facilitate peak performance. Doni has a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, a Master’s in Higher Education Administration, a B.S. in Music Education, and is finishing up a coaching certification. Much of her spare time is devoted to the Gulf Coast Symphony where she plays principal double bass and serves as a Board Member.
New MembersAllied Portables, LLC
Robin Youmans
Century 21 Sunbelt Realty/Nancy Kratt Nancy Kratt
Community Self Edna Quintana
Oh Heavenly Tan Angel Montoney
Paradise Boat Rentals Julius Wellenreiter
Paradise Deli & Market Eric Malasky
Snowbird Journal Dick Collins
RenewalsBokeelia Tarpon InnMember Since: 2005
Bouchard InsuranceMember Since: 2001
Busey BankMember Since: 2006
Cape Coral BingoMember Since: 2006
Cape Coral Home Team @ Re/Max Realty TeamMember Since: 2003
Cape Coral Housing Development Corp.Member Since: 2000
Cape CounselingMember Since: 2007
CC Stone w/Sandals RealtyMember Since: 2009
CenturyLinkMember Since: 1991
Cohen & Cohen CateringMember Since: 2006
Conditioned Air, Inc.Member Since: 2007
Diamonds by DianneMember Since: 2005
FGCU-Small Business Development CenterMember Since: 1999
FLORIDA GULF BANKMember Since: 2004
HARLEY-DAVIDSON/BUELL OF FORT MYERSMember Since: 2009
High Fidelity StudiosMember Since: 2008
Innovative Printing & SignsMember Since: 2007
Keim Associates, Inc.Member Since: 1994
Literacy Volunteers of Lee CountyMember Since: 2006
Park 720 Vehicle StorageMember Since: 2002
Paul Homes, Inc.Member Since: 1995
Phil Deems Real EstateMember Since: 1990
Pool Doctor Service & SuppliesMember Since: 1991
Premier Insurance Corp., Inc.Member Since: 2000
St. Andrew Catholic Church & SchoolMember Since: 2001
Wal-Mart #819Member Since: 2008
X-S StorageMember Since: 1994
Thank you for your membership!
October 2010 New Members & Renewals
Advertise in the Chamber Trends Magazine
Contact Donna Germain at (239) 549-6900 ext. 107 or [email protected] for more information
The Healthy BusinessManaging Holiday
StressSalvatore Lacagnina, D.O.
Lee Memorial Health System
Stress and depression always are a part of life, especially given
the economic climate but at this time—with the holidays approaching—they seem to be more problematic.
Both of these psychological problems can manifest in real physical symptoms and sometimes, the physical
symptoms come to light first and after a long work-up, it becomes apparent that stress and/or depression is the diagnosis. Both can result in complications, since both affect hormones in the body that can increase the risk of heart problems and blood pressure and cause social isolation, work problems, etc.
The good thing is that both are treatable with different forms of counseling, psychotherapy and medications. There are various medications to treat stress and depression and fortunately, since both problems often exist, the various medications can be used simultaneously.
It is important for the individual to be monitored closely. As with all medications, these drugs can have side effects and your health care provider has to be sure there will be no drug interactions if you are on other medications.
Many times people self-diagnose and then take medications that a friend or a family member takes for similar ailments, but this never should be done. All prescription medications should be prescribed by a licensed health care provider to be sure there will be more benefit than harm, so remember never to take anyone else’s medications.
If you think you are stressed or depressed visit your health care provider/physician as soon as possible to get help. He or she will examine you to be sure there are no physical ailments that could be causing the stress or depression. If it is just the holiday blues, medications are helpful in the short term until life gets back to normal.
There is hope for these problems and life will be good again.
Stay well!
Salvatore Lacagnina, D.O., is the Vice President of Health and Wellness for Lee Memorial Health System. He is board certified in internal medicine and has been in practice since 1993.
TIB Bank - 8 locations599 9th Street
North Naples FL 34102
506 Cape Coral Pkwy Cape Coral FL 33904
521 Del Prado Blvd S Cape Coral FL 33990
3405 Hancock Bridge Pkwy N Ft Myers FL 33903
15280 McGregor Blvd Ft Myers FL 33908
12205 Metro Pkwy Ft Myers FL 33966
2107 Santa Barbara Blvd Cape Coral FL 33991
8820 Stringfellow Rd St James City FL 33956
Lee Memorial Health SystemP.O. Box 2218
Fort Myers, FL 33902
Grosse Point Development15065 McGregor Blvd Ste 108
Fort Myers, FL 33908
Tarpon Point Marina5902 Silver King BlvdCape Coral, FL 33914
The Resort At Marina Village5951 Silver King Blvd.Cape Coral, FL 33914
CenturyLink Store2710 Del Prado Blvd. S.Cape Coral, FL 33904
Gulf Coast Village Retirement Community
1333 Santa Barbara Blvd. Cape Coral FL 33991
LCEC - Lee County Electric Cooperative4980 Bayline Dr
North Fort Myers, FL 33908
The News-Press Fort Myers Office
2442 Dr. MLK Blvd. Ft. Myers FL 33901
The News-PressCape Coral Bureau
1490 Pine Island Rd NE Bldg 3 B & C Cape Coral FL 33909
West Coast Motorsports 1855 Boyscout
Dr. Fort Myers FL 33907
Real Estate TrendsWhat’s All The Buzz
About ForeclosuresBerge Aslanian, Realtor
Wow! The news has been full of information about
banks stopping all foreclosures until they re-examine them to make sure all of the paperwork has been done correctly. Is this true? Can they do that? Did they do that? I can answer those questions easily and accurately; yes and no!
There were a number of foreclosures processed incorrectly by people who thought no one would notice. But people did notice and the courts forced a re-examination of the process and the validation of paperwork by the foreclosing lenders. (Isn’t it wonderful when the system of “checks and balances” actually works.)
Unfortunately, there were several instances where transactions were stopped until further notice. One of the agents in my office had a bank withdraw their approval to sell their foreclosure during the closing. The bank called while the buyers were at the table signing documents; the bank said that the approval was on hold until further notice. How disappointing would that be for the buyers?
As in all situations where things happen quickly and in large numbers, there are always stories of extremes that get a lot of attention. The reality is that although the banks made it clear that changes were to be made in the way they processed foreclosures, the delay in transactions was merely a blip on the real estate radar.
Within a short time, foreclosures began flowing again, new
processes were in place and the heightened sensitivity to doing it wrong helped get it done right. If anything, because the spotlight shone brightly on some shady doings, there seem to be less foreclosures as the lenders try harder to modify loans.
Doesn’t that sound positive? Well, it is. A loan modification is not necessarily a reduction in interest or a reduction of principal. Any time a loan is changed either by non-payment leading to short sale and ultimately ending in foreclosure, it can be called a loan modification.
What we are seeing as a backlash to the foreclosure fiasco is a seemingly higher level of cooperation from the lenders to approve transactions before they reach the foreclosure stage. Avoidance is a terrific remedy to the problems recently experienced by the lenders. If only they had gotten to this point sooner we would never have had the “foreclosure problem” in the first place.
But, they really never asked the realtors or the distressed borrowers what would help. The lenders only proceeded in the direction they thought best. Too bad they kept their heads tilted upward or they would have seen the precipice before stepping off into space.
We did get to a place where now the courts and the lenders and realtors and seller/borrowers and buyers can proceed more quickly from distress to relief as the transaction gets completed. The loans are then considered modified because the original terms have been altered but the file can be closed. And as a result, we are seeing more approvals from lenders to accept a lower than owed price before reaching foreclosure. Yes, there are still many foreclosures out there but there are at least 25% less than last year in this marketplace.
These are all positive indicators that inventory is decreasing and prices are not lower but a bit higher. We are indeed selling our way out of our local real estate problems. There are still good deals to be had just not as many foreclosures, that’s the new buzz.
Berge Aslanian (CDPE) is a Realtor in Cape Coral now with RE/MAX Island Harbor and an active member of the Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral.
Chamber TipsChamber Tips are just little reminders of how to gain more value out of your membership. Today’s reminder
focuses on brochures and business cards in the Welcome Center lobbies. Yes, I said lobbies. The Chamber has two locations where over 30,000 annual visitors go to obtain information about Cape Coral. One at
the foot of the Cape Coral Bridge and one located in FOS, the Furniture Outlet Store at the corner of Pine Island Rd. and Del Prado Blvd.
As part of your membership you are entitled to place a business card or tri-fold brochure featuring your business in our lobbies our visitors to take. It is a great way to gain impulse sales and extend your marketing arm.
New residents often come in looking for new business connections. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a first impression and to capture their business.
Just drop off your cards or brochures or mail them to: Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral, 2051 Cape Coral Pkwy. E., Cape Coral, Fl. 33904 and we will get them displayed for you. Questions, call (239) 549-6900.
Leadership Class of 2010My Leadership Experience
Colleen Humphries, LCEC2010 Leadership Cape Coral Graduate
Leadership Cape Coral is an opportunity to grow and learn about the community we live, work and conduct business in. It’s a chance to see what the Cape is all about and how
we, as leaders, can become involved and make a difference. For 13 weeks, we toured and were given presentations by many
different people throughout Cape Coral and Lee County. However, for me, Parks & Recreation day touched my heart. Touring the Special Populations Center and seeing what they do and learn at the Center was inspiring. It was amazing to see how they take on leadership roles themselves and participate in different ways to help their group and community despite their limitations!
I was so impressed at how passionate and dedicated those we met were about what they do for their community. From the Sheriff
Deputy, the Firemen & EMT’s, and to the Art League Director; they were all so positive and optimistic despite the politics and the economic turmoil we are facing.
I was so naïve on Day One not knowing what to expect and what opportunities we would have to explore! Oh, the places we would go! This group definitely encouraged me to step “outside my comfort zone.” At the end of the 13 weeks, I know this is not the end for the Class of 2010; it is just the beginning. I am very proud of the Scholarship Fund we have initiated for the Junior Leadership Class graduates and look forward to serving on the selection Committee. There is no better way to develop future community leaders by letting our young people know that we are here to support them in their future endeavors.
Future leadership students should come with an open mind and be ready to absorb tons of knowledge and be ready to experience all what this Community has to offer!
The Leadership Class of 2010
2010 Graduate Tim Collier and his wife Maria
Special Guest Speaker Florida State Senator Garrett Richter
Den. Richter, Nancy Kratt, 2010 LCC Co-Chair, graduate Beverly Black and 2010 LCC Chair Ed Castner.
Ribbon Cuttings & More
Cataract & Refractive Institute Dr. James Croley
613 Del Prado Blvd. S, Cape Coral, FL 33990 (239) 772-2122
www.FloridaCataract.com
Schedule Your Ribbon Cutting Today!!!Contact Donna Germain at
(239) 549-6900 ext. 107 or [email protected]
Cape Dental CareDr. Mark Kraver, DDS
3001 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL 33904(239) 542-6661
www.capedental.com
Edward Jones - John Evans4426 SE 16 Place
Cape Coral, FL 33904 (239) 540-0429
www.edwardjones.com
Sprint by Coastal Communications Group LC 3512 Del Prado Boulevard #106
Cape Coral, FL 33904(239) 542-9990
www.coastalfl.net
Chamber HighlightsThis month the Chamber had a great
Business After Hours at FOS Furniture. Great networking, great food and the FOS
team recognized the Cape Coral Police Officer of the Year, the Cape Coral Fire Fighter of the Year and the Lee County Deputy of the Year.
Pat Corlew, FOS owner has been a strong supporter of the Chamber for many years. The Chamber even has a large static display in the store for the convenience of visitors using the northern entrances to our city. Members can display business cards, brochures and even participate in very affordable back-lit advertising opportunities at the FOS Welcome Center.
We appreciate Pat and the FOS team being wonderful hosts and we encourage all members to mark their calendars for the next Business After Hours event at TIB Bank located at 506 Cape Coral Pkwy on Thursday, December 16, 2010 from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
(From Top to Bottom) Pat Corlew, FOS, welcomes everyone to the November Business After Hours. Captain Kathy Rearden presents the Deputy of the Year Award to Lee County Sheriff’s Deputy J. Divis. CCPD Chief Jay Murphy and Pat Corlew present the Police Office of the Year award to Officer Gerald Moll. CCFD Chief Bill Van Helden present Fire Fighter of the Year Award to Monty Ferrio.
More Chamber Highlights
Guest Speaker Brandon Perkins from Perkins Black, PA speaks to the members at the November General Membership Lunch.
Thank you to our Lunch Sponsors The News-Press and Sprint and to our table sponsors Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, Key West Express, Metamorphosis Coaching, LLC (pictured Above) and the Shops At Surfside.
Network Administration
Maintenance Agreements
Off-site Data Storage
Dell, Acer, Apple
(239) 573-1000
www.entechcomputers.com
The Chamber welcomed its newest members at the December General Membership lunch.
Cape Coral Farmer's Market
For More Information Call (239) 549-6900 or visit
www.CapeCoralFarmersMarket.com
Every Saturday Through May 7th 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Club Square - Downtown Cape Coral
Another Community Event brought to you
by the
Cape Coral
Antique &
Craft Market
Joins Us
December 4th
Live MusicSponsored by
Blue Chip Awards16th Annual Southwest Florida Blue Chip
Community Business Award
JRL Ventures/Marine Concepts, a 35-year-old company that reinvented itself when the economic downturn threatened its existence, won the 16th Annual Southwest
Florida Blue Chip Community Business Award Thursday, Nov. 4. Owner J. Robert Long’s son, Kevin Long, accepted the award on behalf of the company. The program, coordinated and sponsored by BB&T-Oswald Trippe and Company and BB&T Bank, recognizes small business owners who have triumphed over adversity and shared their stories so that other entrepreneurs can learn from their experiences. Olympic Gold medalist Nikki Stone appeared as this year’s keynote speaker for the award program held at Harborside Event Center.
The Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral would like to congratulate member JRL Ventures/Marine Concepts on their win. Congratulations to longtime members Bob and Lois Welsh of Arthur Printing for their Blue Chip Nomination.
Kevin Long, accepts the Blue Chip Award from Scott Gregory on behalf of JRL Ventures-Marine Concepts
2010 Blue Chip Award Winners JRL Ventures-Marine Concepts
John Pollock, Scott Gregory, Nikki Stone, Diane Caputo (2009 Blue Chip Winner - Old Monty’s Restaurant & Pizzeria), Gary V. Trippe, Scott Greer
