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With such a strong Seniors base here in Sarasota we sometimes forget that there are many families just starting out in life.

We also can forget that there are many families struggling to make ends meet financially while raising young children.

However, for almost 30 years one organization has worked tirelessly not only to teach young children educational and social skills but also to help parents develop the skills they need to be better parents.

In today’s episode, you’ll hear from MICHELLE KAPREILIAN CEO of 40 Carrots Family Center where you'll learn …

• One thing most people don’t know about Michelle
• The types of services 40 Carrots provides to families.
• What’s the best and toughest part of leading 40 Carrots
• What the future looks like for the organization
• Why they need you and how you can get involved

… and much much more!

I'm so glad you stopped by today -- please listen, learn and connect!

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Old Florida. We miss it.

Remember the roadside farm stands where you could drink your fill of freshly squeezed orange juice for a quarter?

Remember the expansive citrus groves, the homemade fudge, marmalades, and Lemonade?

A stop at a local farm for all these things was always a treat. Sadly many of these farms have long since become industrial parks and family neighborhoods.

But one amazing couple is keeping their family farm alive and thriving while keeping with traditions and changing with the times.

I'm very pleased to welcome Janet Mixon, owner of the Mixon Fruit Farms to our show today.

In this episode, Janet will share with us ...

• One thing most people don’t know about her
• What is so special about their gift shop
• What's so special about the Wedding Pavilion
• The children's tram and all the animals the kids can pet
• Upcoming events
• ... and much much more

I do indeed appreciate all of you for tuning in. It is my hope that you will not only listen and learn but ... connect!

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Phone: 941-748-5829

Email:  [email protected]

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Mixon Fruit Farms,

2525 27th St. E.

Bradenton, FL 34208

It seems there are as many financial firms in the Greater Sarasota Area as there are convenience stores.

So how do to separate yourself when you're young, smart, and have a passion for helping people plan for a successful retirement?

My guest today is Charles Bryant, Founder of Lone Star Wealth Management.

After a successful university career at nearby Eckerd College, Charles found he had a natural ability and interest in money management. Over the next 10 years, he worked for several of the biggest financial firms around before setting out on his own.

In today's episode, you'll learn ...

• One thing most people don’t know about him.
• Where his interests in financial planning originally came from.
• The process he uses to create a clear financial picture for his clients.
• Why he's so excited about working with the younger generation here in Sarasota.
• ... and much much more....

Thank you for stopping in today and remember after you listen and learn ... to connect!

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I'm definitely pro-man. After all, I am one.

But I often think that many women have a superpower to balance work and family that I know I could never do.

Imagine, you have three children all under six, plus you lead the top business association in the fastest-growing community in the United States -- that's a person I want to get to know!

And today you get to know her too!

I'm delighted to welcome Brittany Lamont, President/CEO of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance.

In this episode, you will learn ...

• One thing most people don’t know about Brittany
• Why she chose the Business Association/Chamber industry as a profession
• How the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance is different from other local chambers
• Why you should consider joining
• ... and much... much ... more!

Thank you for stopping by today and remember to ... listen ... learn and ... connect!

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I read the Business Observer daily email to find out who is doing great work in the Gulf Coast which of course includes the Greater Sarasota Area.

For me, I've found several guests from these emails including today's guest.

I'm very pleased to welcome Mark Gordon, Managing Editor from the Business Observer.

In this episode, you'll learn ...

• One thing most people don’t know about Mark
• As editor how he comes up with stories
• How he develops overall content strategy
• The exciting changes the Business Observer is implementing now to become more than a business news site only
• ... and much ... much more!

Thank you again for your time to listen ... learn ... and connect!

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Remember the 2000 Presidential Election between George Bush and Al Gore? It was incredibly controversial on many levels.

Adding to that controversy was Florida's vote counting mess with "hanging chads" and questions of the overall vote integrity.

So what about Sarasota County's election process today? Are the officials on top of things?

I encourage you to listen in because I think after today's episode you'll know we are indeed in very capable hands.

I'm very happy to have on the show, Ron Turner Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections.

In today's episode Supervisor Turner will share ...

• Where his interest in the political system first started
• What his main responsibilities are as Supervisor
• Misconceptions some may have about the local electoral process
• The extensive steps taken for voter integrity
• ... and much much more!

Thank you for listening ... learning ... and connecting!

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It is safe to say that hope springs eternal for every young music artist wanting success in the hyper-competitive entertainment world.

But if initial recordings are any indication, my bet is that Sarasota's own may have a real music future that many of us will hear about for years to come.

My guest today was a real pleasure to have on the show. Enthusiastic, a great speaking voice with an even better singing voice.

He goes by "Me Umbra" and on today's episode, he will share ...

• One thing most people don't know about him
• The musical influences molded his unique style
• Where you can hear his live performances locally
• ... and much much more!

We do thank you for stopping by today and hope that you will listen ... learn ... and connect!

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Many seasoned "corporate guys" are recruited to lead small startups because they have the experience, vision, and leadership to get the job done. My guest today is one of those people and is doing some fascinating work in the organic marijuana and gardening space right here in Sarasota.

I am very pleased to introduce Scott Allshouse, President & CEO of Sarasota Green Group.

Scott will share with us ...

• Why he took the CEO job with a start-up company in the Medical Marijuana and Organic Gardening space after a successful career with such household names as Heinz and Campbell Soup
• How his background in strategy is helping him grow the Sarasota Green Group
• The difference between their two product lines Earth's Ally & Grower's Ally
• What the future looks like for this fascinating company
• ... and much much more!

I'm so glad you stopped by today. It is my hope that you will listen .. learn and most importantly connect!

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I often run into people who say Sarasota has an incredible artistic talent for such a small city. Today's episode is a prime example of that statement for a rising actor.

With big roles in two features like the joyous romantic comedy, “Ask Me To Dance” and the tense thriller, “Trauma Therapy: Psychosis,” she is poised to finally accomplish her childhood dreams of making it big in the movie business.

Today I'm very pleased to welcome actor Courtney Warner Shrem.

In this episode Courtney will share:

• One thing most people don’t know about her
• When she first became interested in the performing arts
• Her diverse background with credits in 9 different art forms
• What she was doing recently at the world-famous Cannes Film Festival
• ... and much much more!

Thank you for joining us today. Please remember to listen.... learn... and connect!

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I’ve always been a big believer in the local Chamber of Commerce. 

For a few dollars a day any entrepreneur, business owner, manager, or executive can get access to hundreds of potential clients plus contacts hard to find on your own.

To me, it's the best deal around.

In today's episode, you hear from one dynamic woman leading the largest Chamber of Commerce on the Suncoast with not one, but two locations.

My guest today is Jacki Dezelski President/CEO of the Manatee Chamber of Commerce.

In this episode, Jacki will share with us …

• Why Jacki saw the chamber as a career path
• What surprised her most about leading a local chamber
• Why they have 2 locations
• Common mistakes she sees chamber members make when they join
• How they should maximize their membership
• How you can learn more about the Manatee Chamber of Commerce

… and much … much … more!

Thank you for listening in today as it is my hope that you will listen, learn, and connect!

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