Club Newsletter April 9, 2023

Volume 89 Issue 71 | April 9, 2023

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 Bill Herrle, Florida Executive Director of the National Federation of Independent Business.

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, pork, and chicken.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

This past Wednesday's meeting, we heard from Mark Van Loh, CEO of the Jacksonville Aviation Authority. He gave us a great overview of what to look for at the four area airports under his supervision.

The largest project underway is the revamping of the security checkpoint at JIA. Wait time can sometimes exceed 45 minutes so the expansion to 10 lanes will cut security time in half. New machines are already going in and are much more efficient. He talked about the guns coming through security and how they find one almost daily.

Also, the parking garage is being extended adding 2000 spaces. In the lobby, JAA has cut down on some of the retail stores to add more food options, primarily located after the checkpoint. Their goal is to provide more local flavor with the additions of Firehouse Subs, Southern Grounds, and Burrito Gallery. They are also adding a new Burger-Fi.

Incidentally, construction has already begun on Concourse B which will give us six more gates upon completion and an additional six gates available for future needs.

Van Loh also spoke about the new airline Breeze and his team's work on achieving more direct flights. The projects within Cecil Field (along with Cecil Spaceport), JAXEX, and Herlong Airport keep his team very busy.

Join us this week as we officially begin our Springtime projects with many great fundraisers and socials on the calendar. Don't forget to sign up for our Golf Tournament, Jumbo Shrimp Night, and attend our club Meet-up coming up. Please check the calendar for more information.

Our speaker this Wednesday is Bill Herrle with the National Federation of Independent Business who will speak on all the great programs available affording small businesses ammunition to be strong and independent. It's time to step up and attend a meeting, bring a guest to strengthen our club, and get involved. Put your dues to work and get to know our other members. Have a great weekend and Happy Passover and Easter!

Respectfully,

Jeanne Maron

2023 President

MEMBER HANGOUT

Join us for a Member Hangout on Thursday, April 20 at Cantina Loredo in the Town Center.

10282 Bistro Drive

Jacksonville, FL 32246

We will meet at 5:30pm and, as always, family, friends and co-workers are welcome and encouraged!

MONTHLY GOLF OUTING

Only 16 spots available! Sign up today!!

If you know someone that would like to be kept informed on our future golf outings, please have them email secretary@sbmcjax.com to be added to the mailing list.

Join us for our monthly outing at blue Sky Golf Club!

An Arnold Palmer Signature Design, Blue Sky Golf Club just underwent a 1.5 million dollar renovation. Whether you choose to come out and perfect your game on our lighted driving range, play 18 holes of championship golf or just play one of our unique 9-hole golf options, Blue Sky welcomes all to come out enjoy our new relaxed golfing atmosphere!

Won't You Join Us?

When: Friday, April 21, 2023

Where: Blue Sky Golf Club

1700 Monument Road Jacksonville FL 32225

First Tee Time: 10:00am

Cost: $54.95

This year, we will have monthly golf sponsoring opportunities as well! Contact Pipes Andrews to sign up!

Reserve Your Tee Time

You may reserve your tee time by contacting the SBMC Golf Chair Pipes Andrews at golf@sbmcjax.com or pipes.andrews@a1plumbingandac.com. If you are registering for a foursome, please include the names of all your members.

Blind Draw

Looking forward to meeting you in person at the bar to collect your $5 for the blind draw.

Do you have a question about the event? Email golf@sbmcjax.com.

SBMC JUMBO SHRIMP OUTING

Join SBMC with your family and friends for an exciting evening at the Jumbo Shrimp game on

Saturday May 13!

Tickets are $32 per person ages 4+, and are located in the covered section on the 3rd base line. Tickets include unlimited hotdogs, burgers, chips, and dessert. Doors open at 5:30 and food will be served until 7pm. Tickets are available online or can be paid at the weekly meetings.

YAP GOLF TOURNAMENT

Join us for the Annual Crump Kirby Charity Golf Classic!

All proceeds benefit the Youth Achiever Program Scholarship Fund.

Monday, May 15, 2023

The Golf Club at South Hampton

11am Registration

11:30am Boxed Lunch

BBQ Dinner by South Hampton Golf Club

12:30pm Shotgun Start

Take advantage of the "ULTIMATE PACKAGE"

$600 gives you a foursome and hole sponsorship!

Have your name or business recognized on the TEE and on the WEB. Become a Charitable Hole Sponsor for only $150!

Individual Players $125

For more information contact Angelo Volpe at angelo@volpemanagement.com or to sign up click HERE!

WINE RAFFLE

Our Annual Wine Raffle drawing will be held on May 17. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online or at our weekly meetings. The winnings will be divided as follows:

50% to the First Place Winner

30% to the Second Place Winner

20% to the Third Place Winner

Be sure to bring in your bottle donation to get recognized at our luncheon!

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 Mike Slagle at mike@assigncommercialgroup.com. You can also sign-up at the registration table during our Wednesday meetings.

SBMC PHOTO GALLERY

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

Click here to view!

SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER

Harris Behrman Watson Realty

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 Mike Slagle to sign up!

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

Mike Slagle at mike@assigncommercialgroup.com

ATTENDANCE AWARD

Regent Ducas

WOODY COOPER

Charles McBurney

Sponsor Spots Available!

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

markageil@gmail.com

CLICK ON EACH LOGO TO VISIT THE WEBSITE!

Special Thanks to Our Club Sponsors:

Platinum Level

Gold Level