By Melanie Mowry Etters
Kenny Burnett is willing to hold down two jobs so that he is able to support his family and provide them with their own apartment. [Read more…] about Juggling Jobs to Succeed
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Junior League of Sarasota Awarding $40,000 in Community Grants
During the Junior League of Sarasota’s October General Membership Meeting, the group gave $40,000 in grant funds to eight local organizations. [Read more…] about Junior League of Sarasota Awarding $40,000 in Community Grants
For Hightower, Welcoming Customers is Personal
By Zoe Linafelt
Matt Hightower has been a greeter/host at Sweet Tomatoes in Sarasota since 1997. [Read more…] about For Hightower, Welcoming Customers is Personal
Cleaning Up After Hurricane Michael
By Jamie Gillhespy
Like so many in Panama City, Shawontee Russell experienced the devastating effects of Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Cleaning Up After Hurricane Michael
World-Leading Percussion Soloist Michael Burritt Headlines UNF Fall Concert
Having performed on four continents and in more than 40 states, Michael Burritt, one of the world’s leading percussion soloists, will perform at the University of North Florida, featuring his original compositions and performances with the UNF Percussion Ensemble at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, in the Fine Arts Center, Building 45, Recital Hall, Room 1200. [Read more…] about World-Leading Percussion Soloist Michael Burritt Headlines UNF Fall Concert
President of J.C. Newman Cigar Company, Eric Newman, to Receive UT Ethics Award
Eric Newman, president of the J.C. Newman Cigar Company, will receive the Tampa Bay Ethics Award from the Center for Ethics at The University of Tampa at a breakfast and ceremony on Friday, Nov. 15. [Read more…] about President of J.C. Newman Cigar Company, Eric Newman, to Receive UT Ethics Award
Stand Up For North Florida Announces 2019 Champions
On Friday, at the Bay County Chamber First Friday breakfast, former Congressman and current Stand Up For North Florida Chairman Steve Southerland presented the first two 2019 North Florida Champion awards to Senator George Gainer and Representative Jay Trumbull. [Read more…] about Stand Up For North Florida Announces 2019 Champions
Joy in the Workplace
By Melanie Mowry Etters
Happiness exudes from Connor Yeatts, and you cannot help but smile when you are around him. He may be working, but he’s also listening to Disney music and singing every word. [Read more…] about Joy in the Workplace
Jason Hunter Impacts Martial Arts Center
By Tim Brown
The Tiger Rock Martial Arts facility prides itself in being safe, friendly, and clean as a whistle. Jason Hunter is a big part of that success. [Read more…] about Jason Hunter Impacts Martial Arts Center
12 Exceptional Employers to be Recognized
Disability Employment Awareness Month is Here
On Friday, October 11, The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD), Blind Services, and Vocational Rehabilitation will recognize 12 businesses as Florida Exceptional Employers for hiring and retaining employees who have disabilities. [Read more…] about 12 Exceptional Employers to be Recognized
