Pasco Tax Collector adds customer advocate
Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano has added a customer advocate to the agency’s staff.
Samantha Bisconti, formerly a customer service representative for the agency, recently took over the duties for this new position. The position was created because of the myriad issues that impact customers of the tax collector’s office that go beyond the general scope of motor vehicles, property taxes and related issues, according to a news release from Fasano’s office.
“Samantha has already demonstrated a strong grasp of the importance of assisting people, helping them find answers to their problems, and generally helping those who may not know where else to turn,” Fasano says, in the release. “Her experience working on the front-line of our office, as well as her understanding of issues important to Pasco residents, illustrates what an asset she is and will continue to be to this agency and to the customers we serve.”
If you need assistance with any issues that Bisconti may be able to help you with, call her at (727) 847-8165, ext. 2781.
North Tampa Bay Chamber nominations
Nominations are being accepted for the North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce’s annual Excellence in Business awards.
Winners are selected by an independent panel of judges, according to a news release from the chamber.
Here are the categories:
- Excellence in Business, small business (up to 49 employees): These businesses and the people who provide leadership for them have a profound effect on the business environment and economy of North Tampa Bay.
- Excellence in Business, large business (50 employees or more): These businesses and the people who provide leadership for them have a profound effect on the business environment and economy of North Tampa Bay.
- Volunteer of the year: Recognizing a community leader who donates his or her time to chamber activities and events.
- Business leader of the year: Must be the founder, owner, CEO or president who best exemplifies generously giving time, money, staff and/or facilities for community benefit.
- New business of the year: This award recognizes a local company that has been in business for fewer than three years, which is financially viable and potentially scalable.
- Dorothy Mitchell Legacy Award: Lifetime achievement award given to a community leader who has had a lasting positive impact on our community.
Nominations are due by Oct. 12. Finalists will be announced the week of Oct. 29.
The awards ceremony will be on the evening of Nov. 8, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Hyatt Place Wesley Chapel.
For more information, call the chamber at (813) 994-8534.
Grow Financial ribbon cutting
The North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce is scheduled to have a ribbon cutting on Oct. 3 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., at Grow Financial, at 17315 Dona Michelle Drive in Tampa.
Hispanic Heritage celebration
Viva North Tampa Bay is celebrating Hispanic Heritage on Oct. 9 from noon to 2 p.m., at Pasco-Hernando Porter Campus. The cost is $25. A panel discussion is planned featuring Jay Rasario, owner of Wesley Chapel Nissan; Janet Cruz, of the Florida House of Representatives; Roberto Seaz, the owner/principal, Design & Construction Innovations; and Margarita Romo, executive director, Farmworkers Self-Help Inc.
Downtown Avalon Park West groundbreaking
The development and management team from Avalon Park West will kickstart the beginning of the community’s downtown by answering questions regarding its first commercial building, charter school, and future commercial and mixed-use space in the downtown area. The event will be Oct. 11 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Avalon Park West is at 33613 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel.
Tax implications for small businesses
There will be a seminar to discuss federal and Florida business entities, and how to create them, on Oct. 11 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the New River Branch Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel. It also will cover other state and local licensing requirements, federal and state employment taxes, federal income taxes and other issues. To register for the free seminar, go to PascoHernando.score.org.
North Tampa Bay economic briefing
The North Tampa Bay Chamber’s Oct. 25 economic briefing will feature Bill Cronin, president/CEO of the Pasco Economic Development Council. The luncheon is from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Hunter’s Green Golf & Country Club, 18101 Longwater Run Drive. Cost is $15.
Need help launching your business?
The Pasco Enterprise Network (PEN) is a countywide partnership to help small and growing businesses find the guidance, assistance and resources they need to grow and prosper. No matter what challenges your business is facing, the network connects small business owners and entrepreneurs to professionals who can offer the help they need to grow, including consulting, education and technical assistance in a variety of areas and subjects.
To find out more, visit PascoEnterprise.com/pen-partners.
