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Issue 216 | February 18, 2024

In our previous session, we were joined by Craig Smith, the proprietor of the Alhambra Theatre & Dining. Craig, along with his associates, acquired the theater in 2009 at a point where it was on the brink of closure. Since acquiring it, they have witnessed an annual growth of 25%, with numerous performances being completely sold out. Craig shared insights into the financial challenges of managing a company that has over 100 employees, especially during the Covid-19 lockdowns. He disclosed that the business incurred a loss exceeding 2 million dollars in order to retain its workforce throughout that period.

Furthermore, Craig mentioned how the PPP Loans from the government played a crucial role in sustaining the business, a scenario familiar to many of us in our respective enterprises. He also revealed his recent acquisition of another business, the St. Johns Food Service located in St. Augustine, noting that the Alhambra has become the second-largest client of his new food service business.

Our next meeting is scheduled for February 28th, featuring Karen Mathis from the Jax Daily Record. Please tell a friend and come join us!

Warmest regards,

Michael Best

2024 President

As a reminder, there is no meeting this week. We look forward to seeing you back at Season's 52 on February 28.

Check out our upcoming events below and click on the links provided to sign up!

Next Meeting

On February 28, we will welcome our own SBMC Member, Karen Mathis, Editor of the Jacksonville Daily Record.

Click here to pre-register!

March 12, 14 & 15

Important Reminder:

We are once again volunteering as a club at TPC this March. You can go on the SBMC calendar now to get more information and to sign up for shifts. You may also bring a spouse or friend to help. This activity raises a lot of funds for our charities. Join the fun!

Southside Business Men's Club is participating in The Players Chip in for Charity Ticket program to benefit our Annual Christmas Children’s Shopping Spree.

Chip in for Charity offers nonprofits the opportunity to receive $40 from every competition round ticket March 14th-17th (Thursday-Sunday) purchased in their name.

Tickets will be on sale through March 1, 2024. Tickets, depending on the day, range in price from $85-$95.

Help us raise funds for this worthy cause & attend this year's TPC at the same time!

To purchase tickets, CLICK HERE & use promotional code:

407OPK (4, zero, 7, OPK).

Southside Business Men's Club will receive $40 from each ticket sold using this promotional code. So don’t wait, purchase your tickets today!

Thank you for your support! If you have any questions email renezook@kw.com

March 23

Come join fellow SBMC members along with friends and family 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.

Click here to purchase yours online today!

May 9

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

Gloria Vinson from LANDCO Properties, Inc.

Florida Tackle & Gun Club

9010 San Jose Blvd

Jacksonville 32257

Click here to purchase your tickets for $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.

Mid-June

This year’s annual fishing trip out of Mayport is on the horizon, but prices of everything are going up.

We will have to charge $150 per person, as opposed to last year’s $125. We are trying to ensure we have enough interested anglers to reserve the boat for mid-June.

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

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.

Many great upcoming events are in the works, so make sure you stay tuned into our Event Lineups and Newsletters!

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