Club Newsletter March 31, 2019

Southside Business Men's Club Newsletter

Jacksonville Florida's Oldest Business and Civic Organization Founded in 1932

Volume 86, Issue 64

March 31, 2019

UPCOMING PROGRAM

This week we welcome Jim McCarthy, President of the North Florida Land Trust. McCarthy is a marketing and operations executive with more than 30 years of progressive experience leading marketing and overall operations efforts. He is an expert communicator comfortable with both large groups and one-to-one interactions, and has had proven success in for-profit and not-for-profit environments.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Last week we welcomed Ken Babby, owner of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp.

Mr. Babby spoke to us about the upcoming season, the risk that was taken in changing the Suns to the Jumbo Shrimp , and the success the team has had after the change. He has not only changed the name of the team, but also has made several renovations to the grounds and reworked promotions to change the experience of attending a game. It has become one of the great family-friendly entertainment venues in the city.

This Thursday, April 4th is Opening Day so come on out to the ballpark and support our Jumbo Shrimp!

Bill Bishop

2019 President

ANNOUNCEMENT

Due to the upcoming renovations to San Jose Country Club, we will be temporarily changing the venue for our weekly luncheons. Beginning in June of this year, we will attend our regular meetings at the beautiful Epping-Forest Yacht & Country Club. More details to come as the date approaches!

NEW MEMBERSHIP COMPETITION

The competition for second quarter has begun!

Be sure to invite you friends and colleagues for your

chance to win!

A prize of $250 will be awarded quarterly to the person who brings in the most new members for that period, with a minimum of three.

For more information, contact Walter Smith:

[email protected]

WINE RAFFLE

Time is running out to purchase your tickets for our Wine Raffle! Ticket prices are $20 and we are currently up to 20 bottles with more being donated every week! Purchase tickets now for your chance to win some excellent wine selections!! Our drawing will be Wednesday, April 17th! Please contact Michael Best:

[email protected]

to purchase your tickets or for further details

Bring a bottle to the meeting as your contribution for the raffle. Don't forget to attach your business card to get mentioned!

MEET-A-MEMBER

Our next Meet-A-Member event will be hosted by Hank Duckworth of Hank Duckworth Construction Company! Join us on Thursday, April 18th from 5:30 - 7:30.

Location: 844 Whitlock Ave, Suite 200

Jacksonville, FL 32211

For more information contact Hank at [email protected] or 904-783-8384.

Meet-A-Members are an excellent way to network and showcase your business! We still have open dates available, but they will fill up quickly! If you are interested in hosting a Meet-A-Member event, please contact Steve Gibbert at 904-448-3347 or by e-mail at [email protected]

Don't delay. Sign up soon!

APRIL GOLF OUTING

Join us Friday, April 19th at The Golf Club at South Hampton!

This course is designed to offer every golfer the appropriate risk/reward situations that challenge the experienced player and offer encouragement to the novice. Sixteen large lakes and over 60 contoured bunkers, in combination with meticulous landscaping, provide players with a superbly conditioned facility. The distinctive layout will test shot-making abilities and require the use of every club in the bag.

Won't You Join Us?

When: Friday April 19th 2019

Where: The Golf Club at South Hampton

315 South Hampton Club Way, St. Augustine, FL 32092

First Tee Time: 11:03 am (9 minutes between)

Cost: $40 Includes Green fee/ Cart fee and Range Balls

Reserve Your Tee Time

You may reserve your tee time by contacting the SBMC Golf Chair Matt Vallez at [email protected]. If you are registering for a foursome, please include the names of all your members.

Blind Draw

Looking forward to meeting you in person at the bar to collect your $5 for the blind draw.

Do you have a question about the event? Email [email protected].

SBMC FISHING TRIP

Join us Saturday, July 20th on the Mayport Majesty for our annual fishing trip! We have lucked out and our trip happens to be during Red Snapper season!

All tackle, licensing, bait, and help from the crew are included. Additionally, the club will provide a boxed lunch from Honey Baked Hams, soft drinks, water, and BEER the entire day! Cost is $85 for MEMBERS, and $95 for ALL GUESTS.

Spots are filling up quickly! For more details, contact Jepp Walter:

[email protected]

For questions and comments about the newsletter,

please email [email protected].