Issue 275 | April 13, 2025 | | |
” When we support local businesses, we're supporting our neighbors, our friends, and our families."
-Steve Jobs, American Businessman, Inventor, and Co-Founder of Apple, Inc.
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What a wonderful week I had being your 2025 President; I don’t think I could be any prouder of our members than I am right now. Last Saturday, a group of our members lead by Adam Canni took time to volunteer with the Riverkeepers and pitched in to clean up our city. GREAT JOB to all who helped with this event and thank you! Then, on Tuesday at 10am, over fifteen of our club members came together to help welcome fellow club member Shela Stallings and First Federal Bank in their grand opening. The outpouring of support for a fellow member made me realize just how much of a family this club truly is.
This week brought another well attended meeting with some old and new faces in attendance for once again a lot of laughs, door prizes, and networking. The staff at Maggiano’s has been going above and beyond for us, and with the bigger room I feel more comfortable having plenty of room for our continual growth.
At our board meeting, we discussed things that we feel would make your experience even better and provide even more value to your membership. We discussed offering Group Health insurance plans to help small businesses and individuals save money. We hope to have more on this for you in the coming months. We discussed the ability to incorporate an SBMC APP in order for members to keep up with the latest things going on right from your smart phone. Also, we discussed revolving payments; making it easier for members to renew and pay dues either monthly or annually.
I hope you will join me at our next meeting. Look forward to seeing you there.
Sincerely,
Ken Petsch
2025 President
| | SHOWING OUR SUPPORT FOR OUR OWN SHELA STALLINGS AT FIRST FEDERAL BANK'S NEW BRANCH OPENING | | President Ken Petsch presents gift and plaque. | | Beautiful plaque awarded in recognition of the occasion. | | A bit of networking and mingling. | Branch employees excited about their impressive new location. | | Just a few of our members in attendance to show support. | | | | MEETING PHOTOS FROM OUR APRIL 9 LUNCHEON | | President Ken Petsch recognizes Chris Bagley for his hard work as our 2025 Sergeant At Arms. | | Amazing turnout, our luncheons continue to grow! Don't miss out on the great speakers, food, and fun. | | Spotlight Speaker Regent Ducas of Power Web Videos gives his presentation. | | Janessa Stanko assists Jepp Walter during our weekly Club Auction. | | Excellent presentation by Guest Speaker Andy Kaufmann, Owner of the Jacksonville Icemen. | | President Ken Petsch presents a token of appreciation to Andy Kaufmann. | | |
NEW! PURCHASE YOUR SBMC SWAG!
We now have a Southside Business Men's Club online store where you can purchase apparel, accessories, and more!
Click the link below to check out the amazing items available to represent and show off your Club
Southside Business Mens Club | Resource Solutions Plus, LLC
Special thanks to our own member, Mike Ammirata, for bringing this to life!
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Our regular luncheons are held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at Maggiano's at the Town Center!
***With increasing popularity, our luncheons are currently booking to capacity! If you would like to join the experience, please make sure you are
pre-registering no later than the Monday before each luncheon. Once seats are filled, additional attendees are welcome on a first come, first serve basis.
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ATTENTION SBMC MEMBERS:
SBMC Charities is currently requesting proposals from qualified investment managers to provide active management services. For complete details please request via email to Treasurer@sbmcjax.com by Friday, April 18th.
Proposals and documentation must be submitted to finance@sbmcjax.com no later than Wednesday, April 30th.
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In need of a vacation?? Consider joining fellow SBMC members and friends on a fun-filled cruise!
Norwegian Gem SBMC Cruise to Grand Bahama Island
Friday October 31st – Monday November 2nd 2025
This is a Closed Loop Cruise (one stop, then back to the same port). Therefore, you will need just your passport, or your driver's license and original birth certificate (copies and notarized versions not accepted).
There is a $250 deposit required to hold the room - first come first served! We currently have15 rooms on our block and can add more based on availability. Your final payment will be due by June 21, 2025.
Once your deposit is made on the SBMC website, please reach out to Janessa Stanko ASAP at travelwithjanessa@gmail.com or text 347-902-4196 to let her know which room you are interested in.
Features:
- Spa: The Mandara Spa and Thermal Suite offers massages and other treatments
- Pools: Two large pools, a medium-sized pool, and four hot tubs
- Dining: A variety of dining options, including Cagney's Steakhouse, La Cucina, Garden Café
- Entertainment: A variety of entertainment options, including live music, shows, dancing
- Casino: A casino for gaming
- Bowling alley: A four-lane bowling alley
- Rock-climbing wall: A 30-foot rock-climbing wall
***Pricing is based on per person, but room is based on double occupancy
***Drink package includes Wi-Fi, shore excursion and 1 night dining for ocean and balcony
***Pricing includes taxes, fees and Port of Call
***I have a hold on this pricing for 60 days
Contact Janessa Stanko: email travelwithjanessa@gmail.com or text 347-902-4196
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Join us on our 16th Annual Fishing Trip, on the Mayport Majesty on June 7!
45 of our friends, families and colleagues! SO much fun!
Ticket includes a boxed lunch, water, soft drinks and BEER all day!
And if you are familiar with ‘The Back of The Boat” then consider a sponsorship!
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE TODAY AS THIS EVENT FILLS UP QUICKLY!
**NOTE – Price is $125 for now, but depending on Sponsorships, it may lower. If it does, anyone that paid $125 will have the difference refunded!
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APRIL HAPPY BIRTHDAYS TO YOU
CHRIS BAGLEY
DUANE KNOWLES
GEORGIANNE PIONESSA
GLORIA VINSON
JAMES BUSSELL
KEN PETSCH
MARK GOLDWICH
MATT CARLUCCI
MIKE BEST
PATRICK HEATHERINGTON
SCOTT QUALLS
PLEASE WELCOME OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!
Benjamin Lacey, River City Truck Center (CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW JOB!)
Ray Walker, AmeriCool Heating & Air
To have your New Membership featured in our upcoming newsletters, make sure to attend one of our regular luncheons to have your FREE headshot taken by Mark Geil!
Our website has been redesigned! Check it out by clicking the link below!
When logging into your profile for the first time, you will have to use the “Lost Password” link to reset your password.
https://www.sbmcjax.com
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2025 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
APRIL 18: MONTHLY GOLF OUTING, BENT CREEK
MAY 12: YAP GOLF TOURNAMENT, SOUTH HAMPTON
JUNE 7: ANNUAL FISHING TRIP
JUNE 11: TV RAFFLE DRAWING
JUNE 28: CAR SHOW, USS ORLECK
OCTOBER 31: SBMC NORWEGIAN CRUISE
| SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER: APRIL 23 | |
BENJAMIN LACEY, RIVER CITY TRUCK CENTER
If you are interested in signing up to be a Spotlight Speaker, please contact
Chris Bagley at Sgtatarms@sbmcjax.com
GENE BUSHOR MEMORIAL ATTENDANCE AWARD
(Sponsored by A.J. Richwine, Market Point Advisors)
AMY HUFFMAN GRAY
Make sure to attend our weekly luncheons for your chance to win a cash prize!
WOODY COOPER
(Sponsored by Jepp Walter, Marlin Technology & Patrick Heatherington, Synovus Bank)
MIKE SLAGLE
Sponsor Spots Available!
If you are interested in becoming a Sponsor and seeing your company's logo here, please contact Adam Canni at:
3rdvp@sbmcjax.com
CLICK ON EACH LOGO TO VISIT THE WEBSITE!
Special Thanks to Our Club Sponsors:
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