Club Newsletter March 10, 2024

Issue 219 | March 10, 2024

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 Bob Ohrablo, Owner of the Jacksonville Icemen hockey team.

Click here to pre-register!

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

Join us for our meetings now at San Jose Country Club!

Meetings are held every second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

Save money by pre-registering: click here!

For vegetarian option, please contact Wayne Baker prior to the luncheon at Sgtatarms@sbmcjax.com or 904-251-4062.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

We're pleased to inform you that we're returning to the San Jose Country Club (SJCC) for the first time in five years. This venue has been an important part of our club's history and we're looking forward to being back.

**St. Patrick's Day Theme**: Considering the timing, feel free to wear green in observance of St. Patrick's Day.

**Guest Speaker**: We will have Bob Ohrablo, the Owner of the Jacksonville Icemen, as our next speaker. His experience and perspective will undoubtedly provide valuable insights.

We look forward to seeing you there and moving forward together.

Mike Best

2024 President

MEMBERSHIP COMPETITION

The membership contest has begun!

You can win part of our

$1,500 Cash Prize!

Here’s how it works:

Every new member sponsored is worth one point.

Corporate sponsorships are worth

1 ½ points.

If your sponsored new member signs up for club sponsorship within one month of their membership start date you will receive another point.

January - March winner will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in April.

April - June winner will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in July.

July - September winner will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in October.

October - December winner will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in January.

Overall winner will receive $500 CASH at the first meeting in January.

2024 SMBC MEETINGS - NEW VENUE!

We have exciting news!

As we have consistently filled or exceeded our capacity at Season's 52, we will now be returning to San Jose Country Club for our meetings this year!

7529 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville FL 32217

(Across the street from Bolles Highschool)

We look forward to a hot buffet each meeting and lots of great speakers and networking. Please mark your calendar!

BEVERAGE TUB RAFFLE

Purchase your tickets now before the price goes up in April!

MONTHLY GOLF OUTING

FUTURE SBMC EVENTS

Come join fellow SBMC members along with friends and family on Saturday, March 23 for a Club Social at one of the coolest sporting events in Jacksonville.

We will be hosting a happy hour starting at 6:00pm on our own private party deck. Complimentary beer, wine and select spirits as well as soft drinks are included along with a seat located in the lower bowl close to the action.

Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:

Cookie Sponsor: Bob Ascher with Guardian Realty

Cocktail Napkin Sponsor: TC Federal Bank

This is going to be a fun event for family, friends, and co-workers that you won't want to miss!

Click here to purchase yours online today!

MEET A MEMBER

Join us for a Meet-A-Member on Thursday May 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, hosted by

Gloria Vinson from LANDCO Properties, Inc.

Location:

Florida Tackle & Gun Club

9010 San Jose Blvd

Jacksonville 32257

Tickets are $10 per person which will include hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine. Full bar will be open for purchase of other beverages.

All proceeds are to benefit The Vinson Foundation, Inc.

YAP GOLF TOURNAMENT

FISHING TRIP

This year's annual fishing trip out of Mayport is on

June 15.

$125 per person, but plan on providing your own lunch and drinks/beer, until we see how much we get in sponsorships.

We'd like to thank First Federal Bank for signing up for a $1000 sponsorship! This has enabled us to charge $125 as opposed to $150.

If you feel so inclined to be a beer or lunch sponsor, please let us know!

We now have the ability for you to pay for your spots, and forward the registration below to your friends, colleagues and family.

SBMC Fishing Trip

Please check with your friends, family & colleagues, and let me know if you want to go, and how many you will bring with you.

Past President Jepp Walter

jepp@marlintech.net

904-838-8400

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.

If you would like to sign up and reserve a future meeting date, please email SBMC Sergeant-at-Arms Wayne Baker at Sgtatarms@sbmcjax.com. You can also sign-up at the registration table during our Wednesday meetings.