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Business Digest

Business Digest 09-09-15

September 9, 2015 By Kathy Steele

Asturia community center
Construction is under way on a community center in Asturia, the mixed-use, master-planned community on State Road 54, west of Suncoast Parkway, according to a news release from Hines Inc. The Texas-based real estate firm is developing Asturia on more than 500 acres of the former Behnke Ranch, located between two other master-planned communities — Starkey Ranch to the west and Bexley Ranch to the east.

In early 2016, the real estate firm Hines Inc., will open a community center in the master-planned community of Asturia, off State Road 54, west of Suncoast Parkway (Courtesy of Hines Inc.)
In early 2016, the real estate firm Hines Inc., will open a community center in the master-planned community of Asturia, off State Road 54, west of Suncoast Parkway
(Courtesy of Hines Inc.)

The 5,800-square-foot facility will include a clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, covered outdoor living rooms, a resort-style swimming pool, and an expansive lawn for recreation. Centrally located within Asturia, the community center will feature a modern architectural design with a shed-style roof, open floor plans and floor-to-ceiling facades and wood accents.

The fitness center will offer a range of aerobic and strength-training equipment. The zero-entry pool will provide areas for swimming laps and passive swimming, and a resort-style pool deck for lounging.

The community center is expected to open in early 2016.

The Asturia community will feature parks, green spaces, trails and interactive children’s play structures. Ashton Woods and David Weekley Homes are building homes, and each will provide a model home for inspection by prospective homebuyers.

Hines is a private, global real estate investment firm founded in 1957, with locations in 185 cities in 19 countries.

For information, visit AsturiaFlorida.com, or call (813) 227-4148.

Wesley Chapel chamber’s new executive board
The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce has appointed a new executive board.

Incoming chairman of the board is Tracy Clouser, Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel. Assisting Clouser are three vice chairs: Steve Domonkos, The Shops at Wiregrass, Economic Development; Jennifer Cofini, Parks Ford of Wesley Chapel, Community Development; and Mercedes Gonzalez Hale, Esq., Law Offices of Mercedes Gonzalez Hale, P.A., Membership Development.

Three chamber members were recognized during the meeting:

  • Board Member of the Year — Jennifer Cofini, Parks Ford of Wesley Chapel
  • Ambassador of the Year —Valarie Rudmin, Everlasting Beauty
  • Outgoing Board Member — Rob Kellog, Thread Art

The group also welcomed as a new board member Zacharias J Kalarickal, DDS, Wesley Chapel Dentistry.

Organic baby food
Beech-Nut and Target are teaming up to give parents a new shopping item – organic food for babies, according to a news release from FleishmanHillard for Beech-Nut. Two area stores are among 300 select Target locations that now offer 12 blends of organic fruits and vegetables for babies from Beech-Nut Organics.

The locations are 1040 Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz and 16400 State Road 54 in Odessa.

According to the news release, Beech-Nut is inspired by parents making homemade baby food with unique food combinations and high quality ingredients.

And, perhaps Diane Keaton should get a shout out, too, for her 1987 romantic comedy, Baby Boom.

In that film, Keaton is a stressed out corporate executive who inherits a baby, moves into a repair-challenged Vermont farmhouse and starts a homemade baby food line. Oh, and she romances local veterinarian, Sam Shepard. (You may want to check it out. There’s a young James Spader there, too.)

The Organics line from Beech-Nut comes in transparent honeypot glass jars and features the USDA-certified seal. On its menu are single blends “just sweet potatoes” and “just pears.” There also are combinations such as “just apple, raspberry and avocado.”

For information, visit Facebook.com/BeechNut, or @BeechNutFoods (Twitter and Instagram).

Free workshop
SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) Pasco Hernando will host a free workshop on Sept. 10 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Zephyrhills. The workshop called In Search of WOW will help people and businesses that want to take customer service to the next level.

For information, visit PascoHernando.Score.org.

Hispanic market
SMARTstart Dade City Incubator will have a seminar on the 10 Myths to Reach Hispanic Marketing on Sept. 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 15000 Citrus Country Drive, Suite 103, Dade City. The Hispanic population in the United States has doubled in the last decade, but the community often is underrepresented in the media. Business owner Rosie Paulsen will provide insight into understanding how to effectively reach the Hispanic market.

Paulsen will also host this seminar on Sept. 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the SMARTsmart New Port Richey Incubator, at 6345 Grand Blvd., in New Port Richey.

For information, call (813) 345-4331.

Adventure park opens
TreeHoppers Aerial Adventure Park will open Sept. 15, at 27839 Saint Joe Road in Dade City. Come climb and zip line through eight different color-coded courses designed for beginners through advance adventurers. The courses offer 100 unique elements for ages 5 through adult. No reservations are required. Group rates are available. The park will be open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For information, call (813) 381-5400, or visit TreeHoppers.com.

Open house
Retina Specialists of Tampa will host an open house and ribbon cutting on Sept. 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 26851 Tanic Drive, Suite 102, in Wesley Chapel.

Come meet ophthalmologist, Ahmad Bakir Tarabishy, and his staff members.

For information, call (813) 973-3333, or visit RetinaCareTampa.com.

 

Business Digest 09-02-15

September 2, 2015 By Kathy Steele

Ribbon cutting
Thurow Financial Services will have a ribbon cutting and fifth anniversary celebration on Sept. 3 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Copperstone Executive Suites, 3632 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. Refreshments will be provided.

For information, call Chris Thurow at (813) 406-4436.

Annual banquet
The 29th Annual Pasco Economic Development Council Banquet will be Sept. 3 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel. More than 700 local and Tampa Bay business and community leaders attend each year.

The event includes an awards ceremony, an industry trade show and a brief report on economic development progress. Channel 10 reporter and news anchor Tammie Fields is the emcee.

Job fair
Leggett & Platt will be hosting a job fair on Sept. 3 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with expectations of immediately hiring 60 people immediately. The company recently announced plans to open a plant in Spring Hill to assemble adjustable beds for use in the home.

Employees can expect a competitive wage, and a benefits package including health and dental insurance; holiday and vacation pay; and short term disability.

Positions include: line assemblers, material handlers, maintenance Tech/PLC, material planner, IT technician, production supervisors and tag (inventory control).

Job descriptions are available for all positions at EmployFlorida.com. Log on and search for Leggett & Platt in Spring Hill.

Walk-ins are welcome. The event will be at Leggett & Platt Adjustable Bed Group, 15800 Hudson Ave., Spring Hill.

For employment information, call Nathan Stevens of CareerSource Pasco Hernando State College at (352) 585-5117.

Women-n-Charge luncheon
Join the ladies of Women-n-Charge on Sept. 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., at Pebble Creek County Club, at 10550 Regents Park Drive in Tampa. The meeting includes lunch and time to network. This meeting will feature tea trivia and games, as well as a hat contest. All guests are encouraged to wear their western or tea attire in the spirit of our upcoming mystery tea fundraiser.

The cost is $18 for those who have not pre-paid. To register, visit Women-n-Charge.com. For information, call (813) 600-9848, or email to .

Networking women
WOW, Women of Wesley Chapel, will meet on Sept. 4 from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m., in the second floor conference room at the Health and Wellness Center, Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel. The breakfast sponsor is Valerie Rudmin, owner of Everlasting Beauty.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or visit WesleyChapelChamber.com.

Adventure park opens
TreeHoppers Aerial Adventure Park will open Sept. 15, at 27839 Saint Joe Road in Dade City. Come climb and zipline through eight different color-coded courses designed for beginners through advance adventurers. The courses offer 100 unique elements for ages 5 through adult. No reservations are required. Group rates are available. The park will be open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For information, call (813) 381-5400, or visit TreeHoppers.com.

Networking breakfast
The East Pasco Networking Group will meet Sept. 8 at Rose’s Café at 38426 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills.

Networking begins at 8 a.m., with the meeting starting at 8:30 a.m.

The guest speaker will be Pasco County Commissioner Mike Wells, Jr.

For information, call Nils Lenz at (813) 782-9491, or email him at .

Membership meeting
The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will have its 2015 Membership Meeting Lunch on Sept. 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Stage Left, 24400 State Road 54 in Lutz. The guest speaker will be State Sen. John Legg.

The cost is $20 for RSVP by Sept. 4, and $25 after.

For information, call the chamber office at (813) 909-2722, or email .

Business Link breakfast
Business Link will have its monthly networking breakfast on Sept. 9 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., at Wesley Chapel Toyota, at 5300 Eagleston Blvd., second floor, in Wesley Chapel.

Come for tips and networking to strengthen your business. San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union is committed to the financial success of your business. This monthly gathering, held at various locations, provides networking and an information-sharing platform for our small business community. A complimentary breakfast will be provided.

Please RSVP to Rebecca Gaddis at (352) 588-2732, ext. 1237, or email .

Open house
Retina Specialists of Tampa will host an open house and ribbon cutting on Sept. 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 26851 Tanic Drive, Suite 102, in Wesley Chapel.

Come meet ophthalmologist, Ahmad Bakir Tarabishy, and his staff members.

For information, call (813) 973-3333, or visit RetinaCareTampa.com.

Bayfront ribbon cutting
Bayfront Health and Medical Group will host an open house and ribbon cutting on Sept. 22 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 6340 Fort King Road in Zephyrhills. Come welcome new physicians, Elizabeth and Tommy John, who specialize in internal medicine and gastroenterology.

Please RSVP to (813) 782-6116.

 

Business Digest 08-26-15

August 26, 2015 By Kathy Steele

Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano, left, presented Lou Hollander with a plaque for his years of service. (Courtesy of Pasco County Tax Collector's Office)
Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano, left, presented Lou Hollander with a plaque for his years of service.
(Courtesy of Pasco County Tax Collector’s Office)

Lou Hollander retires
Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano announced the retirement of Lou Hollander, who has worked at the Land O’ Lakes tax collector’s office since 2003.

“Lou was well-liked and respected by both customers and co-workers alike,” Fasano said in an email announcing the retirement. “His knowledge and expertise of the complicated tax system, as well as his friendly and outgoing manner, all will be missed.”

During a farewell ceremony on Aug. 14, Hollander received a plaque commemorating his career with the tax collector’s office.

Breakfast network
East and Central Pasco Marketing Mania will take place Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Commons at Pretty Pond, at 38130 Pretty Pond Road in Zephyrhills. A continental breakfast is provided. Please RSVP.

The event takes place every last Thursday of the month. Locations may change periodically.

For information, call (813) 779-4501.

New physician
Bayfront Medical Health Group will host a ribbon cutting for Dr. Paul Chakola, who specializes in pulmonology disease and critical care, on Aug. 27 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 38152 Medical Center Ave., in Zephyrhills.

For information, call (352) 521-1593, or visit BayfrontDadeCity.com.

Social mixer
SMARTstart Incubator will host a social mixer on Aug. 28 from 5:01 p.m. to 6 p.m., to celebrate the end of a productive week with other businesses and members of the community of SMARTstart Dade City Business Incubator. The event is at 15000 Citrus Country Drive, Suite 103, in Dade City. Light refreshments will be provided, but BYOB (bring your own beverage).

RSVP to (352) 437-4861, or email .

Breakfast meeting
The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will have its monthly breakfast meeting on Sept. 1 from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m., at Pasco-Hernando State College, third floor conference center, Room B-303, at the Porter Campus, 2727 Mansfield Blvd., in Wesley Chapel.

Cost for chamber members is $15 in advance (register online by 3 p.m., Aug. 28). At the door, the cost is $20 for members and non-members.

For information, call (813) 994-8534, or email . Visit the website at WesleyChapelChamber.com.

Wednesday Morning networking
The Wednesday Morning Networking group will meet Sept. 2 at 7:30 a.m., at The Lake House at Hungry Harry’s Family B-B-Q, at 3116 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. Each attendee will be able to present a 30-second commercial. The $7 cost includes breakfast. Sponsorships are available.

For information, contact the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce at (813) 909-2722, or email .

Ribbon cutting
Thurow Financial Services will have a ribbon cutting and fifth anniversary celebration on Sept. 3 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Copperstone Executive Suites, 3632 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. Refreshments will be provided.

For information, call Chris Thurow at (813) 406-4436.

Annual banquet
The 29th Annual Pasco Economic Development Council Banquet will be Sept. 3 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel. Registration deadline is Aug. 27. Sponsorships are available. More than 700 local and Tampa Bay business and community leaders attend each year.

The event includes an awards ceremony, an industry trade show and a brief report on economic development progress. Channel 10 reporter and news anchor Tammie Fields is the emcee.

For information, contact Suzanne Renczkowski at (813) 926-0827, ext. 226, or email .

Networking women
WOW, Women of Wesley Chapel, will meet on Sept. 4 from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m., in the second floor conference room at the Health and Wellness Center, Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel. The breakfast sponsor is Valerie Rudmin, owner of Everlasting Beauty.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or visit WesleyChapelChamber.com.

Business Digest 08-19-15

August 19, 2015 By Kathy Steele

New Wawa
The Pennsylvania-based fuel and fresh food chain is poised to build a Wawa store at the intersection of State Road 56 and Trout Creek Road, west of Bruce B. Downs Boulevard. The new Wawa will be near Tijuana Flats and The Shoppes at New Tampa. Company representatives met with Pasco County planners on July 31 for initial discussions on the project, according to county records.

A conceptual plan filed with the county shows a store of about 6,100 square feet and 16 fueling stations.

According to Wawa’s website, the business began in 1803 as an iron foundry in New Jersey. In the early 1900s, owner George Wood moved into dairy farming. His grandson, Grahame Wood, opened a store in 1964, selling dairy products. Today Wawa has about 645 locations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware Virginia and Florida, with about half selling fuel.

The goose adopted for the Wawa logo is based on the Native American word for the Canada goose. The dairy farm also was in a rural area of Pennsylvania known as Wawa.

Business expansion
Jim Browne Automotive recently bought Marler’s Body Shop, at 9130 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills, and opened a new facility – Jim Browne Collision Center. The former Jim Browne Pasco Body Shop, located behind the former Pasco Motors, is now vacated as part of the business consolidation to the new location. The new location, which opened Aug. 3, has 25,000 square feet of repair facilities.

For information, call the collision center at (813) 779-8816.

Chamber mixer at Skydive City
Join the Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce for a social mixer at Skydive City, 9241 Sky Dive Lane in Zephyrhills, on Aug. 20 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Watch skydiving and snack on hors d’ oeuvres. Raffle tickets and drinks will be available for purchase.

For information, call the chamber office at (813) 782-1913, or email .

Breakfast network
East and Central Pasco Marketing Mania will take place Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Commons at Pretty Pond, at 38130 Pretty Pond Road in Zephyrhills. A continental breakfast is provided. Please RSVP.

The event takes place every last Thursday of the month. Locations may change periodically.

For information, call (813) 779-4501.

 

New physician

Bayfront Medical Health Group will hold a ribbon cutting for Dr. Paul Chakola, who specializes in pulmonology disease and critical care, on Aug. 27 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 38152 Medical Center Ave., in Zephyrhills.

For information, call (352) 521-1593, or visit BayfrontDadeCity.com.

 

Breakfast meeting

The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly breakfast meeting on Sept. 1 from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m., at Pasco-Hernando State College, third floor conference center, Room B-303, at the Porter Campus, 2727 Mansfield Blvd., in Wesley Chapel.

Cost for chamber members is $15 in advance (register online by 3 p.m., Aug. 28). At the door, the cost is $20 for members and non-members.

For information, call (813) 994-8534, or email . Visit the website at WesleyChapelChamber.com.

 

Annual banquet

The 29th Annual Pasco Economic Development Council Banquet will be Sept. 3 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel. Registration deadline is Aug. 27. Sponsorships are available. More than 700 local and Tampa Bay business and community leaders attend each year.

The event includes an awards ceremony, an industry trade show and a brief report on economic development progress. Channel 10 reporter and news anchor Tammie Fields is the emcee.

For information, contact Suzanne Renczkowski at (813) 926-0827, ext. 226, or email .

 

Networking women

WOW, Women of Wesley Chapel, will meet on Sept. 4 from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m., in the second floor conference room at the Health and Wellness Center, Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel. The breakfast sponsor is Valerie Rudmin, owner of Everlasting Beauty.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or visit WesleyChapelChamber.com.

 

Adventure park opens

TreeHoppers Aerial Adventure Park will open Sept. 5, at 27839 Saint Joe Road in Dade City. Come climb and zipline through eight different color-coded courses designed for beginners through advance adventurers. The courses offer 100 unique elements for ages 5 through adult. No reservations are required. Group rates are available. The park will be open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For information, call (813) 381-5400, or visit TreeHoppers.com.

Business Digest 08-12-15

August 12, 2015 By Kathy Steele

Tampa Premium Outlets
Forever 21, Johnston & Murphy, Starbucks, Sunglass Hut, Tumi, Billabong, Auntie Anne’s, Yankee Candle, Clarks Bostonian and Estee Lauder will be among the 110 retailers opening in October at Tampa Premium Outlets, according to building permit documents filed with Pasco County’s construction services department.

Outlet mall construction
Eclipse Building Corp., based in Fort Lauderdale and Tampa, is building three Tampa Premium Outlets’ restaurants – Green Leaf’s, Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt and South Philly Steaks and Fries. The company is under contract by franchisee Raitom LLC. Construction on the restaurants is scheduled for completion on Oct. 5. The outlet mall, off State Road 56 at the Interstate 75 interchange, is set to open on Oct. 29.

New photo business
Ron Bowman recently moved from New Hampshire to Lutz where he and his wife, Barbara, are enjoying retirement. But Bowman is using his photography skills to start a new business, “On Location Photography.” He goes outside the studio to meet you at home, your favorite park, the beach or any outdoor location you like. Photos can include family pets, cars, motorcycles or any of your favorite things. Bring props such as musical instruments, sporting equipment or other hobby interests. Photos can be candid, posed or both.

He provides a camera memory card or copies all images to a DVD or memory stick.

Bowman began a part-time wedding photography business in the 1970s and later transitioned to landscapes and back to weddings. An image of Squam Lake was selected to market the 25th anniversary of the movie “On Golden Pond.”

For information call Bowman at (603) 340-7316 or email to .

New members and mixer
Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will host a mixer on Aug. 12 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Stage Left, 24400 State Road 54 in Lutz. The venue is on the south side of State Road 54, just east of Oak Grove.

Come and meet the chamber’s newest members. An orientation for new members will be held prior to the mixer from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.

For information, call the chamber at (813) 909-2722, or email .

Business Link breakfast
Business Link will have its monthly networking breakfast on Aug. 12 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., at Quality Inn & Suites, 6815 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills.

Come for tips and networking to strengthen your business. San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union is committed to the financial success of your business. This monthly gathering provides networking and an information-sharing platform for our small business community. A complimentary breakfast will be provided.

Please RSVP to Rebecca Gaddis at (352) 588-2732, ext. 1237, or email .

Chamber luncheon
The North Tampa Chamber of Commerce will have its monthly general meeting on Aug. 13, with check-in at 11 a.m., at Brunchies Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch and Catering at 14366 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa. Networking is until 11:30 a.m., when lunch will be served from a select menu.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 961-2420, or email .

New school location
Metropolitan Technical Career Institute will host a grand opening for its new campus site on Aug. 13 at 12:30 p.m., at 14138 Sixth St., in Dade City.

The institute offers careers in a variety of health-related areas including CNA, phlebotomy, EKG, X-ray and medical assistant. Day, evening and weekend classes, as well as online certification programs, are available. A career counselor will be at the opening to answer questions.

For information, call a student advisor at (352) 293-2474, or visit MetropolitanTechnicalCareerInstitute.com.

Restaurant opening
Zaytoun Mediterranean Grill will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Aug. 13 from 11 a.m. to noon, at 10970 Cross Creek Blvd., in New Tampa. The restaurant will feature authentic Middle Eastern cuisine with an emphasis on Syrian and Lebanese dishes including hummus, falafel, lamb, chicken and vegetarian selections.

For information, visit WesleyChapelChamber.com or Zaytoun-Grill.com.

Appreciation day
New Tampa Chiropractic and Injury Center will hold a “Patient Appreciation Day” on Aug. 15 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., at 2312 Crestover Lane, Suite 102, in Wesley Chapel. The event will start with a High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) workout. Afterward there will be a relaxing stretch and delicious food by O.T.B. restaurant. Existing patients that bring a guest will receive a free adjustment and chair massage. Guests will receive a free consultation, examination and X-rays. The clinic will offer a 15 percent discount on all supplements.

Please RSVP by calling the clinic at (813) 994-6111 or email to www.newtampachiropractor411.com.

Breakfast network
The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will have its monthly Breakfast Meeting on Aug. 18 from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m., in the conference room at Pasco Hernando State College, Porter Campus, at 2727 Mansfield Blvd., in Wesley Chapel. The guest speaker will be Stacey Nance, general manager of Tampa Premium Outlets.

The cost to chamber members is $15 in advance, with registration online by 3 p.m. on Aug. 14. The cost to non-members and members, at the door is $20.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or visit www.WesleyChapelChamber.com.

50 and older workshop
Think you’re too old to start a business? The U.S. Small Business Administration and AARP have a message: Think again. The two agencies are partnering to present the “Summer of Entrepreneur Mentoring,” a workshop for entrepreneurs age 50 and older, on Aug. 19 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at SMARTstart, at 6345 Grand Blvd., in New Port Richey. Entrepreneurs will be matched with business owners and community leaders who can offer advise on how to start a business.

This is a free event hosted by Pasco Hernando SCORE, but registration is required.

For information, call (727) 842-4638, or email Michael Ravens, a SCORE volunteer, at .

 

Business Digest 08-05-15

August 5, 2015 By Kathy Steele

Tampa Premium Outlets
Haggar Clothing, Perfums4U and Johnny Rockets are the latest retailers to file for building permits with the Pasco County construction services department. The outlet mall is slated for an Oct. 29 opening date, off State Road 56, on Grand Cypress Drive. Simon Property Group expects 110 outlet shops will fill out the 441,000 square foot retail mecca.

New sales manager
Diane L. Fisher is the new sales manager and team leader at the Spring Hill office of Dennis Realty.

Dennis Realty & Investment Corporation’s main office is at 1022 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Lutz. It has been in business since 1973. As a leader in residential real estate and property management in the Tampa Bay market, Dennis Realty also offers in-house title and closing services as well as homeowners’ insurance.

Fisher began her career in Tennessee in 1995, where she became an accomplished and respected top producing Realtor. She brought her award-winning career back to Florida and now serves in a new role at the Spring Hill office. As sales manager and team leader, she offers outstanding leadership skills plus real world experience that she can offer to aspiring new agents and experienced agents who are looking to work with a growing real estate firm.

For information, contact Dennis Realty & Investment Corp., in Lutz, at (813) 949-7444, in Spring Hill at (352) 606-3911, or visit DennisRealty.com.

Chamber breakfast
The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly breakfast meeting on Aug. 6 from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., at Golden Corral, at 6855 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills.

The guest speaker will be Randy Surber, chief executive officer and president of Florida Hospital Zephyrhills. He will provide updates on the emergency department, bone and joint center, wellness center, and plans to start a community garden and Tree of Life.

The cost is $7 for members, and $10 for non-members.

For information, call the chamber at (813) 278-1913, or email .

Clinic ribbon cutting
Retina Specialists of Tampa will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Aug. 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 26851 Tanic Drive, Suite 102, in Wesley Chapel. Come and meet the clinic’s physician, Ahmad Bakir Tarabishy, and his staff members.

For information, contact Retina Specialist at (813) 973-3333, or visit RetinaCareTampa.com.

Women-n-Charge luncheon
Join the ladies of Women-n-Charge on Aug. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., at Pebble Creek County Club, at 10550 Regents Park Drive in Tampa. The meeting includes lunch and time to network. The guest speaker is Linda Inatsuka, a licensed psychologist with 17 years of clinical experience. She will speak on “Moving Past Your Mental Blocks.”

The cost is $15 for members (Tuesday before the meeting) and $18 for all guests (and members paying Wednesday and after). To register, visit Women-n-Charge.com. For information, call (813) 600-9848, or email to .

Networking women
WOW, Women of Wesley Chapel, will meet on Aug. 7 from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m., at the second floor conference room at the Health and Wellness Center, Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel. The guest speaker will be Marcia Johansson, a nurse practitioner specializing in acute care.

The breakfast sponsor is Mitze Richeson, co–owner of Cypress Creek Chiropractic & Wellness, located at 2304 Crestover Lane, Suite 102, in Wesley Chapel.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or visit WesleyChapelChamber.com.

East Pasco Networking
The East Pasco Networking Group will hold its monthly breakfast meeting on Aug. 11 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., at Rose’s Café, at 38426 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills. Guest speaker will be Pasco County Commissioner Mike Moore.

For information, contact Nils Lenz at (813) 997-3903, or email .

Business Link breakfast
Business Link will have its monthly networking breakfast on Aug. 12 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., at Quality Inn & Suites, 6815 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills.

Come for tips and networking to strengthen your business. San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union is committed to the financial success of your business. This monthly gathering provides networking and an information-sharing platform for our small business community. A complimentary breakfast will be provided.

Please RSVP to Rebecca Gaddis at (352) 588-2732, ext. 1237, or email .

Chamber luncheon
The North Tampa Chamber of Commerce will have its monthly general meeting on Aug. 13, with check-in at 11:00 a.m., at Brunchies Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch and Catering at 14366 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa. Networking is until 11:30 a.m., when lunch will be served from a select menu.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 961-2420 or email .

New school location
Metropolitan Technical Career Institute will host a grand opening for its new campus site on Aug. 13 at 12:30 p.m., at 14138 Sixth St., in Dade City.

The institute offers careers in a variety of health-related areas including CNA, phlebotomy, EKG, X-ray and medical assistant. Day, evening and weekend classes, as well as online certification programs, are available. A career counselor will be at the opening to answer questions.

For information, call a student advisor at (352) 293-2474, or visit MetropolitanTechnicalCareerInstitute.com.

Business Digest 7-29-15

July 29, 2015 By Kathy Steele

Staffing company branches out
Victoria Henrich recently bought the Tampa-based office site owned by Agility HR Group, a Jacksonville-based national staffing firm. She is rebranding her business as 5-Star Staffing Solutions, and is launching satellite offices in Wesley Chapel, Trinity and St. Petersburg. She will have 15 employees.

In 2011 Agility HR Group expanded to Tampa Bay by hiring back Henrich, who had left the company to raise her family. She lives in Wesley Chapel with her husband and five children.

Her company, 5-Star Staffing Solutions, specializes in recording online interviews with staffing candidates.

The videos, along with additional candidate background information, are packaged for easy desktop evaluation by prospective employers.

The client base includes call centers, accounting and finance, office administration, sales, mortgage and title, property management, leasing and legal. Staffing needs can be temporary, temporary to permanent or direct placement.

For information contact Henrich at her office at (813) 379-2529, on her cell at (813) 549-9109, or email .

Finance fair
Saint Leo University will host a free Finance Fair on July 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the university’s campus, 33701 State Road 52. The university, the Small Business Administration and the Small Business Development Center are the event’s organizers.

Participants will learn about topics such as small business loans, lines of credit, cash management services, bill pay, wealth management, gift cards and loyalty programs.

For information and to register, email .

Breakfast network
East and Central Pasco Marketing Mania will take place July 30 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Commons at Pretty Pond, at 38130 Pretty Pond Road in Zephyrhills. A continental breakfast is provided. Please RSVP.

The event takes place every last Thursday of the month. Locations may change periodically. For information, call (813) 779-4501.

Three ribbon cuttings
Come to a social mixer and three ribbon cuttings on July 30 at Copperstone Executive Suites, at 3632 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. The mixer begins at 6 p.m.; the ribbon cutting is at 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy refreshments and a meet-and-greet at Copperstone’s Salute to Small Business Networking Mixer and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony featuring Karen Bonanno DeHaas, a gem and jewelry appraiser; James Willis of The Willis Agency; and Gary Beauchaine of G-Man Lawn Care.

For information, call Copperstone at (813) 298-7363.

Happy hour mixer
The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will host a “happy hour” social mixer on Final Friday, July 31 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Stage Left, 24400 State Road 54 in Lutz. Bring your business card and get to know your fellow chamber members at this free event.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or visit WesleyChapelChamber.com.

Barbershop grand opening
VIP Elite Barbershop will host its grand opening on Aug. 4 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 20309 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., in the Live Oaks Plaza next to Bruster’s Ice Cream. Enjoy wine and hor d’oeuvres. There also will be door prizes, music, photos and business vendors.

For information, contact VIP Elite Barbershop at (908) 487-3249, or visit VIPeliteBarbershop.com.

Breakfast meeting
The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will have its monthly Breakfast Meeting on Aug. 4 from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m., in the conference room at Pasco-Hernando State College, Porter Campus, at 2727 Mansfield Blvd., in Wesley Chapel. The guest speaker will be Stacey Nance, general manager of Tampa Premium Outlets.

The cost to chamber members is $15 in advance, with registration online by 3 p.m. on July 31. The cost to non-members, and members, at the door is $20.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or visit WesleyChapelChamber.com.

Assisted living ribbon cutting
Legacy at Highwoods Preserve will host its ribbon cutting on Aug. 4 from 5:15 p.m. to 8 p.m., at 18600 Highwoods Preserve Parkway, near New Tampa in West Meadows. The assisted living facility is the first of its kind in New Tampa with upscale living quarters for more than 80 seniors.

For information, contact Legacy at (813) 375-9858, visit LegacyAtHighwoodPreserves.com, or email .

Wednesday Morning networking
The Wednesday Morning Networking group will meet Aug. 5 at 7:30 a.m., at The Lake House at Hungry Harry’s Family B-B-Q, at 3116 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. Each attendee will be able to present a 30-second commercial. The $7 cost includes breakfast. Sponsorships are available.

For information, contact the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce at (813) 909-2722, or email .

Chamber breakfast
The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly breakfast meeting on Aug. 6 from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., at Golden Corral, at 6855 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills.

The guest speaker will be Randy Surber, chief executive officer and president of Florida Hospital Zephyrhills. He will provide updates on the emergency department, bone and joint center, wellness center, and plans to start a community garden and Tree of Life.

The cost is $7 for members, and $10 for non-members.

For information, call the chamber at (813) 278-1913, or email .

Ribbon cutting
Retina Specialists of Tampa will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Aug. 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 26851 Tanic Drive, Suite 102, in Wesley Chapel. Come and meet the clinic’s physician, Ahmad Bakir Tarabishy, and his staff members.

For information, contact Retina Specialist at (813) 973-3333, or visit RetinaCareTampa.com.

Women-n-Charge luncheon
Join the ladies of Women-n-Charge on Aug. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., at Pebble Creek County Club, at 10550 Regents Park Drive in Tampa. The meeting includes lunch and time to network. The guest speaker is Linda Inatsuka, a licensed psychologist with 17 years of clinical experience. She will speak on “Moving Past Your Mental Blocks.”

The cost is $15 for members (Tuesday before the meeting) and $18 for all guests (and members paying Wednesday and after). To register, visit Women-n-Charge.com. For information, call (813) 600-9848, or email to .

Networking women
WOW, Women of Wesley Chapel, will meet on Aug. 7 from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m., at the second floor conference room at the Health and Wellness Center, Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel. The guest speaker will be Marcia Johansson, a nurse practitioner specializing in acute care.

The breakfast sponsor is Mitze Richeson, co–owner of Cypress Creek Chiropractic & Wellness, located at 2304 Crestover Lane, Suite 102, in Wesley Chapel.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or visit WesleyChapelChamber.com.

Housing professionals training
Pasco County Community Development now offers lenders and real estate agents the ability to register online for its annual Training for Housing Professionals class. For information, contact the Community Development Division at (727) 834-3445.

 

 

Business Digest 07-22-15

July 22, 2015 By Kathy Steele

Network luncheon
The North Tampa Chamber of Commerce will have a networking luncheon on July 23 at 11:30 a.m., at IHOP, at 408 E. Bearss Ave., in Tampa. The luncheon topic will be “Relationship Building with Business Neighbors.”

Guests will order from IHOP’s menu. The senior lunch menu will be available to all attendees. Prices begin at $6.39 per person depending on items selected, but that does not include tax and tip. Items available include pancakes, crepes and omelets as well as sandwiches, soups and salads. Minimum payment of $5 is required if you don’t order food, plus you must pay for your drinks.

For information, contact Jenn Beaumont at , or call AIG at (813) 334-8998. For directions, call (813) 960-2679.

Grand opening
Dollar General will open its doors for a grand celebration in Dade City on July 25 at 8 a.m. There will be prizes and special deals including a $10 Dollar General gift card to the first 50 adult shoppers at the store. The first 200 shoppers will receive a Dollar General tote bag, among other giveaways.

The store is located at 34464 Cortez Blvd., in Dade City. Dollar General stores generally employ between six and 10 people. Anyone interested in joining the company’s team may visit the Career section at DollarGeneral.com.

The discount store chain is based in Tennessee and has a reputation for delivering low prices on basic merchandise in food, housewares, cleaning supplies, clothes and health and beauty products.

Literacy also is a goal promoted by Dollar General. At the cash registers at Dollar General, customers can pick up brochures with information on resources to learn to read, speak English or earn a General Education Diploma. For information, visit DGLiteracy.com.

Meet and greet
Grow Financial Credit Union will host its monthly Morning Meet and Greet Mixer on July 23 from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., at Grow Financial Credit Union, 2579 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., in Lutz.

For information, contact Charane Groeller at .

Networking breakfast
The East Pasco Networking Group will meet July 28 at Rose’s Café at 38426 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills.

Networking begins at 8 a.m., with the meeting starting at 8:30 a.m.

The guest speaker will be Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano.

For information, call Nils Lenz at (813) 782-9491, or email him at .

Finance fair
Saint Leo University will host a free Finance Fair on July 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the university’s campus, 33701 State Road 52. The university, the Small Business Administration and the Small Business Development Center are the event’s organizers.

Participants will learn about topics such as small business loans, lines of credit, cash management services, bill pay, wealth management, gift cards and loyalty programs.

For information and to register, email .

Breakfast network
East and Central Pasco Marketing Mania will take place July 30 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Commons at Pretty Pond, at 38130 Pretty Pond Road in Zephyrhills. Please RSVP. A continental breakfast is provided. The event takes place every last Thursday of the month. Locations may change periodically.

For information, call (813) 779-4501.

Three ribbon cuttings
Come to a social mixer and three ribbon cuttings on July 30 at Copperstone Executive Suites, at 3632 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, Fl. The mixer begins at 6 p.m.; the ribbon cutting is at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy refreshments and a meet-and-greet at Copperstone’s Salute to Small Business Networking Mixer and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony featuring Karen Bonanno DeHaas, a gem and jewelry appraiser; James Willis of The Willis Agency; and Gary Beauchaine of G-Man Lawn Care.

For information, call Copperstone at (813) 298-7363.

Happy hour mixer
The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will host a “happy hour” social mixer on Final Friday, July 31 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Stage Left, 24400 State Road 54 in Lutz. Bring your business card and get to know your fellow chamber members at this free event.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or visit WesleyChapelChamber.com.

Breakfast meeting
The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will have its monthly Breakfast Meeting on Aug. 4 from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m., in the conference room at Pasco-Hernando State College, Porter Campus, at 2727 Mansfield Blvd., in Wesley Chapel. The guest speaker will be Stacey Nance, general manager of Tampa Premium Outlets.

The cost to chamber members is $15 in advance, with registration online by 3 p.m. on July 31. The cost to non-members, and members, at the door is $20.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 994-8534, or visit WesleyChapelChamber.com.

 

Business Digest 07-15-15

July 15, 2015 By Kathy Steele

Chamber awards
Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 40th anniversary at its Annual Awards and Installation Banquet on June 26. Directors leaving the board were recognized for their many contributions and services: Dennis Esber, Point to Point Printing for eight years of service including the role of president; Carla Collier of All Smiles Tampa Bay for 10 years service including the founding of Dancing with Our Stars; and Charlene Ierna of Ierna’s Heating & Cooling, retiring president, was appreciated for her dedication.

Businesses, community organizations and individuals also receiving awards were: Heritage Park Foundation as Non-Profit Member of the Year; Terri Dusek of RE/MAX Premier Group for Community Service Award; Paradise Palms Chiropractic & Spa for New Business of the Year; Ierna’s Heating & Cooling Inc., for Large Business of the Year; A.L. Saland Insurance Solutions Inc., for Small Business of the Year; and Elayne Bassinger of Florida Medical Center Foundation of Caring for Member of the Year.

For information about the chamber, call (813) 909-2722, or email .

Building permits
Representatives for Culver’s restaurant and Cheddar’s Casual Café recently took the next step toward groundbreakings by filing initial applications for building permits. Site plans were filed in May with Pasco County’s planning department.

The restaurants are coming to Sun Vista Drive in the Cypress Creek Town Center, next to the Tampa Premium Outlets, located off State Road 54 at the Interstate 75 exchange.

Wednesday morning networking
A WMNG Networking presentation will take place July 15 at 7:30 a.m., at The Lake House at Hungry Harry’s Family B-B-Q, at 3116 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Each attendee will be able to present a “30-second commercial.” The $7 cost includes breakfast. Sponsorships are available.

For information, contact the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce at (813) 909-2722, or email .

Community job fair
Pasco County Schools is partnering with county agencies to host a community job fair on July 15 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Land O’ Lakes High School, 20325 Gator Lane in Land O’ Lakes.

Representatives from the school district, sheriff’s office, clerk and comptroller, tax collector, the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce, and Connections job development program will conduct on-site interviews with job applicants.

For information, visit PascoSchools.org and click on the Job Fair banner.

Bowling mixer
The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce will host a chamber mixer sponsored by Pin Chasers on July 16 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Pin Chasers is located at 6816 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills.

For information, call the chamber at (813) 782-1913, or email .

Expansion celebration
Paradise Palms Chiropractic & Spa will host a celebration of its “grand expansion,” to double its initial size, on July 16 at 6 p.m., at 19011 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz. The clinic offers chiropractic services as well as massages, weight loss plans, and nonsurgical liposuction.

The free event will include food, drinks and music.

For information, call the clinic at (813) 948-1781, or visit ParadisePalmsChiropracticAndSpa.com.

Morning mixer
Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce will have its monthly coffee social mixer on July 21 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., at McDonald’s, 27643 Wesley Grove Blvd., in Wesley Chapel. This is a “no agenda” opportunity to network over a cup of free coffee.

For information, call the chamber at (813) 994-8534.

Meet and greet
Grow Financial Credit Union will host its monthly Morning Meet and Greet Mixer on July 23 from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., at Grow Financial Credit Union, 2579 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., in Lutz.

For information, contact Charane Groeller at .

Breakfast meeting
The East Pasco Networking Group will meet July 28 at Rose’s Café at 38426 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills.

Networking begins at 8 a.m., with the meeting starting at 8:30 a.m.

The guest speaker will be Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano.

For information, call Nils Lenz at (813) 782-9491, or email him at .

Finance fair
Saint Leo University will host a free Finance Fair on July 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the university’s campus, 33701 State Road 52. The university, the Small Business Administration and the Small Business Development Center are the event’s organizers.

Participants will learn about topics such as small business loans, lines of credit, cash management services, bill pay, wealth management, gift cards and loyalty programs.

For information and to register, email .

Housing professionals training
Pasco County Community Development now offers lenders and real estate agents the ability to register online for their annual Training for Housing Professionals class. The class authorizes you to assist buyers in purchasing homes in Pasco County using our PascoHome program funds.

For information, contact the Community Development Division at (727) 834-3445.

Business Digest 07-08-15

July 8, 2015 By Kathy Steele

New chiropractor

Leslie Horne (Courtesy of Land O' Lakes Chiropractic)
Leslie Horne
(Courtesy of Land O’ Lakes Chiropractic)

Chiropractor Leslie Horne recently purchased the Land O’ Lakes Chiropractic at 2414 Raden Drive in Land O’ Lakes. She is taking over for Jeanne Sellers who is retiring after more than 10 years at this location.

Horne grew up in Indian Rocks Beach and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of South Florida. She earned a doctorate in chiropractic from Life University, and took additional postgraduate education at the New York Chiropractic College. Most of her 15 years of experience as a chiropractor was spent in Yadkinville, North Carolina.

Horne has experience in helping with disc problems, scoliosis, radiating pain, headaches, sports injuries and more.

For information, contact the clinic at (813) 948-2225.

Networking
Business Link will meet on July 8 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., at the Saint Leo University Student Community Center Boardroom. The event is a networking opportunity with a complimentary continental breakfast, sponsored by the San Antonio Federal Credit Union.

For information, contact Rebecca Gaddis at (352) 5888-2732, Ext. 1237, or email .

North Tampa chamber luncheon
The North Tampa Chamber of Commerce will have its monthly general meeting on July 9. Check-in is at 11 a.m., at Brunchies Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch and Catering at 14366 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa. Networking is until 11:30 a.m., when lunch will be served from a select menu.

For information, contact the chamber at (813) 961-2420, or email .

Crime prevention is luncheon topic
Join Women-n-Charge on July 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., at Pebble Creek Country Club, at 10550 Regents Park Dr., Tampa. The meeting includes lunch, a featured speaker and time to network. Group members share their talents, build relationships, and share our resources with other women in business. The cost is $15 for members (Tuesday before the meeting) and $18 for all guests (and members paying Wednesday and after).

The Crime Prevention Task Force will present the program, covering issues such as identity theft, purse snatching, home safety and carjacking.

Register at Women-n-Charge.com. For information, contact Judy at (813) 600-9848 or .

Central Pasco Chamber luncheon
Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will have its general meeting on July 14 at 11:30 a.m., at Harbor Terrace Restaurant at Heritage Harbor, at 19502 Heritage Harbor Parkway, Lutz. The buffet lunch costs $20, if you RSVP by July 10, and $25 after and at the door.

For information, call the chamber office at (813) 909-2722, or email .

Wednesday morning networking
A WMNG Networking presentation will take place July 15 at 7:30 a.m., at The Lake House at Hungry Harry’s Family B-B-Q, at 3116 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Each attendee will be able to present a “30-second commercial.” The $7 cost includes breakfast. Sponsorships are available.

For information, contact the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce at (818) 909-2722, or email .

Pasco schools job fair
Pasco County Schools will host its second annual job fair on July 15 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Land O’ Lakes High School, 20325 Gator Lane in Land O’ Lakes. If you want to attend or have an interest in having a booth, contact Debbie Bowles at (813) 794-2421, or email .

Deadline looms for economic funds
The Economic Development Innovation Initiative is accepting applications until July 10. The initiative is a comprehensive program, which aims to drive the growth of technology, innovation and small businesses. It provides financial, technical and infrastructure support, to support and build entrepreneurship. For more information about the program, visit HillsboroughCounty.org/EDI2.

Housing professionals training
Pasco County Community Development now offers lenders and realtors the ability to register online for their annual Training for Housing Professionals class. The class authorizes you to assist buyers in purchasing homes in Pasco County using our PascoHome program funds.

To register online for an upcoming lender-Realtor class, visit the lender/Realtor at PascoCountyFL.net/index.aspx?nid=575. The class schedule also is available here. Emails will be sent to confirm registration. If you wish to sign up for a class being held in less than two business days, you must call the Community Development Division Office to register.

For information, contact the Community Development Division at (727) 834-3445.

New incubator
Good Faith Insurance Services, owned by Rosie Paulsen, is now an off-site member of SMARTstart, the business incubator managed by Pasco Economic Development Council. Three years ago Paulsen received the second micro-loan from the PEDC and hired her first employee. Since 2006 Paulsen’s company has offered educational seminars about insurance options specializing in educating retirees on Medicare choices and benefits. Good Faith also is a “one-stop shop” for insurance services including Health Care ACA, dental and vision plans, home and auto plans, and life insurance.

Paulsen is a native of Ecuador who moved to the United States in 1988. She worked with Humana Health Care for four years and helped the company with outreach to the Hispanic senior market.

For information, visit GoodFaithIs.com.

Business awards
The Pasco Economic Development Council will hand out Industry of the Year awards at its 29th annual banquet on Sept. 3 at Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel. More than 600 business and community leaders in Tampa Bay and Pasco County attend the event each year. There also will be a business trade show.

The awards recognize outstanding companies in the categories of manufacturing, service, technology and nonprofits that operate in Pasco County.

The 23 nominees for this year’s awards are: Applicant Insight Inc.; Aviation Instrument Technologies Inc.; Big Storm Brewing Co.; Can Can Concealment LLC; Covanta Pasco; Easy Business Software Inc.; Electro Tape Specialties Inc.; Evolution Trikes; Fifth Third Bank, New Port Richey Branch; Florida Custom Mold Inc.; Florida Hospital Zephyrhills; Freedom Scooter & Supply LLC; Manufacturers Distributor Inc.; Millian-Aire Enterprises Corp.; Morton Plant North Bay Hospital; Oasis Pregnancy Care Centers of Pasco; Polaris Sales Co.; Preferred Materials; Retail Process Engineering LLC; SAHM Co.; The Laker/Lutz News; and Veterans Alternative Therapy.

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