Club Newsletter January 5, 2025

Issue 261 | January 5, 2025

As we step into a new year, I want to take a moment to share my gratitude and hope—gratitude for the honor of serving as your President, and hope for a bright and prosperous year ahead for all of us.

Looking back on this past year, it's been truly incredible. Together, we've celebrated the values that make SBMC so special: building strong relationships, supporting our community, and striving for excellence in all we do. From honoring our first responders to giving back through initiatives like the Christmas Kids Shopping Spree, and through major fundraisers such as the Skeet Shoot and the Golf Tournament, which help support our college grants program, we've made a real difference—not just as a club, but as a family.

One of the things I'm most proud of is how we've supported one another, both personally and professionally. This club is more than just a network; it's a group of people who genuinely care about each other and the impact we make together. That's what sets us apart.

As my term as President comes to a close, I'm excited for what's next. We have an incredible slate of officers ready to lead, and I know they'll continue to guide SBMC toward even greater achievements. Each of you plays a vital role in our success, and I encourage you to keep bringing your energy, ideas, and passion to everything we do.

To wrap up, I want to wish you and your families a very Happy New Year. May 2025 bring you health, happiness, and success in all your endeavors. Thank you for trusting me with this role and for making this year unforgettable. It's been a privilege to serve as your President.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Mike Best

2024 President

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We’d like to congratulate long time Member and Past President, Bill Bishop on being recognized in the Jacksonville Daily Record for his outstanding work!

We are extremely proud to have him as a valued member of the SBMC.

DON'T FORGET TO PRE-REGISTER FOR OUR SPECIAL MEETING

Wednesday, January 8

5:30pm: Cocktails

6:00pm: Dinner

Don't forget to mark your calendars for our first meeting kicking off the new year!!

Our first meeting on January 8, 2025, will be a special evening dinner at Maggiano's in the Town Center.

The cost for this dinner will be $41 for cash payments and $43 for credit card payments. There will be no extra charge for Non-Members at this special meeting. Dinner starts at 6pm!

Bring the family!

This will be our new venue for 2025, with our regular luncheons resuming on January 22 and held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at the lower costs of:

Member Cash Payments: $35

Member Credit Card Payments: $38

Non-Member Payments: $48

To help us provide the venue with an accurate headcount and to save on costs, please consider pre-registering by the Monday before each luncheon.

Join us for a fun filled night out at the Alhambra Dinner Theatre on February 7 as we enjoy the performance of "Southern Fried Funeral"!

Dinner begins at 6pm and the show begins at 7pm.

There are ONLY 18 spaces available, so grab your tickets through our website while they last!

The cost is $75 and includes tax and gratuity.

Next Meeting

On Wednesday, January 8, 2025 we will be having a special evening meeting at our new venue, Maggiano's at the Town Center, during which we will induct our new Officers and Board. We will also hold our Annual Awards Ceremony.

January 22: Tyler Oldenburg, Chair of The Players Volunteers Association

Click here to pre-register!

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

The membership contest is in full swing!

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 - $250 CASH

Congratulations to Jepp Walter with 4 new Members, including one Corporate!

April - June winner - $250 CASH

Congratulations to Ken Petsch and Angelo Volpe who tied with one Corporate each!

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

No winner for this quarter.

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

Congratulations to Ken Petsch with one Corporate and one Individual membership!

Overall winner will receive $500 CASH at the first meeting in January 2025.

2024 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

JANUARY 8: NEW OFFICER & BOARD INDUCTION, AWARDS CEREMONY

JANUARY 22: TYLER OLDENBURG, CHAIR OF TPC VOLUNTEERS ASSOCIATION

FEBRUARY 7: ALHAMBRA NIGHT: SOUTHERN FRIED FUNERAL

SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER

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

Chris Bagley at Sgtatarms@sbmcjax.com

GENE BUSHOR MEMORIAL ATTENDANCE AWARD

(Sponsored by A.J. Richwine, Market Point Advisors)

Chris Miller

WOODY COOPER

(Sponsored by Jepp Walter, Marlin Technology & Patrick Heatherington, Synovus Bank)

Mark Goldwich

Sponsor Spots Available!

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

3rdvp@sbmcjax.com

CLICK ON EACH LOGO TO VISIT THE WEBSITE!

Special Thanks to Our Club Sponsors:

PLATINUM SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS