Club Newsletter August 21, 2022

Volume 89 Issue 39 | August 21, 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 Michele McManamon, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Operation New Uniform. Operation New Uniform was formed in response to the growing needs of veterans and their families as they transition from the military.

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

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

If you would like to have a vegetarian or gluten-free option, please contact Mark Geil at 904-588-2193 by the Tuesday prior to each meeting.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Last week we welcomed Sheryl Johnson, the founder of Hearts 4 Minds, an organization that raises awareness of mental illness in the community. Johnson shared her story and how Hearts 4 Minds came into existence. We need to break the stigma of mental illness, as it should never be used to define someone. She gave statistics of how mental illness affects everyone of us and ways we can help. The organization is starting to get the word out through murals which have a QR code attached. the QR code is linked to not only “awareness” but also, a crisis help line pops up.

This week we have Michele McManamon with Operation New Uniform. A veteran's organization that helps veterans transition from military service to a useful and rewarding career. We also have a Member Hangout this Thursday at Dave and Buster’s. See everyone at lunch on Wednesday!

Jeff Volpe

2022 President

MEMBER HANGOUT

Join us for a Member Hangout this Thursday, August 25 at Dave & Buster's! We will be meeting at 5:00pm.

7025 Salisbury Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32256

Please feel welcome and encouraged to bring family, friends, and coworkers. Member Hangouts are always a great time and wonderful chance to network.

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

Howard Caplan

WOODY COOPER

Angelo Volpe

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:

Platinum Level

Gold Level