Club Newsletter August 28, 2022

Volume 89 Issue 40 | August 28, 2022

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

OUR MISSION

The purpose of this organization is to promote the Civic, Economic and Social Improvement of Greater Jacksonville.

UPCOMING PROGRAM

This week we welcome Steven Kelley and Lori Boyer, of the Downtown Investment Authority. They will be speaking to us about the DIA's mission: "To drive growth in business and investment, create a vibrant urban living environment and enhance quality of life in Downtown Jacksonville through the transparent and responsible leveraging of public investments, assets, infrastructure, and policy".

To view future Guest Speakers and Events, please visit our Upcoming Events Calendar.

Join us for our weekly meetings at Fogo De Chao in the Town Center.

The salad bar offers many vegetarian and gluten-free options. A protein is served every other week and alternates between steak and chicken .

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Last week we welcomed Michele McManamon with Operation New Uniform, a veteran’s organization that helps veterans and their spouses transition from military service to a useful and rewarding career. McManamon gave us a history on how the organization came into existence, and the realization that each veteran is an individual and we shouldn’t treat all veterans the same in relation to skills and abilities.

We also had another great Member Hangout on Thursday at Dave and Buster’s. Thank you to everyone who came out and networked. We are entering the last quarter of the year which means we have a lot of great events coming up. Check the calendar and get signed up. (Past President's Day 9/7, Annual Clay Shoot 9/23, SBMC Car Show 10/22, Annual Jags Tailgate 10/23).

This week we welcome Steven Kelley & Lori Boyer from the Downtown Investment Authority. See everyone for steak with lunch on Wednesday!

Jeff Volpe

2022 President

PAST PRESIDENTS DAY

Please join us on Wednesday, September 7 from Noon to 1:30pm as we host our Annual Past Presidents’ Day Luncheon.

Each of our attending Past Presidents and their guest will receive a complimentary lunch and a mention during our program.

We will also be welcoming a very special surprise guest speaker!

Don't miss this opportunity to honor the men and women who have helped build and serve our great club.

8th ANNUAL JROTC CHARITY CLAY SHOOT

Please join us on Friday, September 23 from 8:30am until 2:00pm to help raise funds to support Duval County JROTC Cadets fund their higher education.

Unlike other scholarship programs, awards are not exclusively for college and can be applied to any trade school or service academy of the cadets' choosing. We'll be joined by approximately 30 cadets from Riverside High, FKA Robert E Lee High School's Naval JROTC program who will be helping work the event.

Savage Bros Painting & Dunkin Donuts have renewed their commitments once again to present this event, and we look forward to many other returning sponsors and shooters.

Registration includes 100 targets, 12 or 20 gauge shells, BBQ lunch, and a VERY rewarding experience.

For more information, please contact Patrick Heatherington at [email protected]. For all sponsorship and shooter opportunities, please click here!

SAVE THE DATES

Mark your calendars for upcoming events this Fall!

Past President's Day - September 7
Annual Clay Shoot - September 23
SBMC Car Show - October 22
Annual Jags Tailgate - October 23
SBMC Holiday Party - December 10

SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER OPENINGS

This opportunity is free to all members in good standing and gives you the chance to speak about your business, family, interests, or anything else you would like to "spotlight" for five minutes. You can place business cards, flyers, or informational materials on the tables to showcase your business.

NEW! Upgrade your Spotlight Speaking Engagement!

For the low cost of $50, in addition to your five minute speaking segment, you will be able to feature a blurb of up to 500 words and 1-2 photos in the newsletter prior to the luncheon.

If you would like to sign up and reserve a future meeting date, please email SBMC Sergeant-at-Arms Mark Geil at [email protected]. You can also sign-up at the registration table during our Wednesday meetings.

GET INVOLVED

Are you interested in volunteering for one of the many fun and amazing events we hold each year? We have slots available across the board for those who are interested in becoming a Chairperson, Co-Chair or just participating! Just let any one of our 2022 Officers know and they will direct you to the best contact for the event of your choice.

SBMC PHOTO GALLERY

Check out our photo gallery for pictures from our meetings and events!

Click here to view!

SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER

Table Talks

NEW! Upgrade your Spotlight Speaking Engagement!

For the low cost of $50, in addition to your five minute speaking segment, you will be able to feature a blurb of up to 500 words and 1-2 photos in the newsletter prior to the luncheon. Contact Mark Geil to sign up!

If you are interested in signing up to be a Spotlight Speaker next year, please contact

Mark Geil at [email protected]

ATTENDANCE AWARD

Adam Canni

WOODY COOPER

Connor Overbay

Sponsor Spots Available!

If you are interested in becoming a Sponsor and seeing your company's logo here, please contact Ken Petsch at:

[email protected]

CLICK ON EACH LOGO TO VISIT THE WEBSITE!

Special Thanks to Our Club Sponsors:

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