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The non-profit space is completely different from organizations in the more familiar rough-and-tumble world of for-profit. Non-profits are typically driven by a philanthropic vision and are required to spend wisely the funds that are entrusted to them.

However, like all organizations, non-profits need a defined strategy calibrated to their overall mission.

I'm very pleased to have on our show today Michael Corley - Founder & CEO of The Corley Company. The Corley Company specializes in helping non-profit boards "Think Boldly, Make Decisions and Take Action."

In this episode, you'll learn ...

• One thing most people don't know about Michael
• How serving others led to his strategic expertise in the non-profit space
• Success stories Michael was able to facilitate
• Who should reach out to Michael
• .... and much ... much ... more!

Thank you for stopping by today it is my hope you will listen... learn ... and connect!

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I personally have never taken a vitamin or supplement where I really noticed an improvement in my physical condition or mental well-being. So I was pleasantly surprised to learn when I recently got a positive report back on my bloodwork which I am convinced was due to using a very high-quality Omega 3 supplement made right here in Venice.

I'm very pleased to introduce Anne-Marie Chalmers, & Bo Martinsen, both MD's and Co-Founders of Omega3 Innovations a company focused on manufacturing very high-quality fish oil products.

In this episode, you'll learn...

• One thing most people don’t know about Anne-Marie and Bo
• What it was like meeting each other as medical students in Paris
• Why they started Omega3 Innovations
• What's different about their products compared to the mass-produced pills
• Who should consider taking fish oil
• ... and much, much ... more!

Thank you for stopping by today it is my hope you will listen ... learn ... and connect!

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Some people have careers while others have a calling. In the face of Hurricane Ian, it seems more people and organizations in the latter category are stepping up in a big way.

I'm very pleased to introduce Steve Tybor - President & CEO of Eight Days of Hope. This Christian organization is a rapid response team for when disasters hit. They work through the local churches to "love and serve those in need."

In this episode, you'll learn...

• One thing most people don't know about Steve
• How his background in building and construction led him to start Eight Days of Hope
• The special support they provide to disaster victims
• The construction services they are providing to residents of Sarasota and Fort Myers
• The Safe House ministry they recently started
• Stories that will warm your heart
• How you can get involved
• ... and much, much ... more

Thank you for stopping by today it is my hope you will listen ... learn ... and connect!

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Imagine if Disney designed an animal rescue shelter you'd just have to see it, wouldn't you?

That's what I recommend you do from the interview I'm doing today.

I'm very happy to welcome Rob Oglesby, Director of Nate's Honor Animal Rescue.

Today you'll learn...

• One thing most people don’t know about Rob
• Why he got involved with Nate's
• The services they provide in normal times
• What has changed since Hurricane Ian hit
• Their greatest need right now
• Why you should visit
• ...and much, much more!

Thank you for stopping by today. It is my hope you will listen ... learn ... and connect!

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Location:

4951 Lorraine Road

Bradenton, Florida 34211

Adoptions:

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941.538.6206

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Since I came to Sarasota in 2015 one topic has come up over and over again -- workforce housing.

Let's face it: living in this area is both beautiful and expensive.

So how can young families, professionals, and essential, front-line workers find a decent place to live while still putting away money for the future?

My guest today is doing his part to help in the workforce housing shortage. His company "believes everyone deserves a place to live" and has been able to create a niche where they are for profit but with a philanthropic approach.

In this episode, you'll hear from Mark Vengroft, Managing Partner of One Stop Housing where he'll share:

• One thing most people don’t know about Mark
• Why he left a very successful career in California running a billion-dollar company to focus on workforce housing in Sarasota
• How One Stop Housing acquires properties and refurbishes them
• Why their rents are as much as 40% below market
• Where Mark hopes to take One Stop Housing
• ... and much much more!

Thank you for stopping by today, it is my hope you will listen ... learn ... and connect!

Mark's Bio:

Prior to joining One Stop Housing, Mark was the CEO of Walker Advertising, a company owned by the Private Equity firm, Clearlight Partners. Walker is the largest legal advertising agency in the country. 

Mark was the CEO of VWA for 9 years and was responsible for VWA growing the receivable management business from $10 million in revenue to managing over $32 billion in assets, with 1,100 employees and offices in 19 countries.

Mark was named one of the 15 “Change Makers” in September 2022, by Business Observer. In honor of Mark’s philanthropic efforts, Mayor Arroyo named October 10 2022 as “Mark Vengroff Day” in the City of Sarasota. Mark currently sits on the Board of Directors for FL Incubator, WebCollect, and RJE International and is a Managing Partner of One Stop Housing and One Stop Development & Construction. Mark is a commissioner for the Sarasota affordable housing authority and Chairman of One Stop Cares (501c3)

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It is hard to relate to physical or emotional problems unless you've experienced them firsthand. Consider someone with a head injury or Parkinson's disease that is embarrassed to be in public because their speech or even swallowing reflex makes them stand out in a bad way.

My guest today is an incredibly caring and enthusiastic Speech-Language Pathologist who helps people with these problems to get their life back.

I'm very pleased to introduce Maggie Donaker of TranscendSpeech.com

In this episode, you'll learn ...

• One thing most people don't know about Maggie.
• Why she became a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• The types of people Maggie helps.
• Why she created the Dysphasia Digest of Florida
• ... and much, much more!

Thank you for stopping by today. It is my hope you will listen ... learn ... and connect!

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Contact Maggie here:

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(941) 777-0876

"The Humane Society of Sarasota County (HSSC) engages the hearts, hands, and minds of the community to help animals."

This of course is their task in normal times but what about when disaster hits like the recent hurricane that devastated so many areas of Southern Florida?

Today I'm very pleased to welcome Marketing Coordinator, Alissa Jackson of the Sarasota Country Humane Society. In this episode, you'll learn...

• One thing most people don’t know about Alyssa
• Why she chose to work for the Humane Society
• The services they provide in normal times
• What's changed since Hurricane Ian hit
• What their greatest needs are right now
• How you can get involved
• ... and much much more!

Thank you for stopping by today it is my hope you will listen ... learn ... and connect!

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Locations & Hours

The HSSC campus is located just north of downtown Sarasota at 2331 15th Street. Access 15th Street from Lime Avenue. Look for the sign that says "Adoption Center."

The hours of operation are designed to ensure that all cats and dogs are properly and humanely cared for and that the public has adequate and ample opportunity to conduct business at HSSC.

The Animal Clinic of the Humane Society of Sarasota County is located less than one mile from the main HSSC campus. The address is 1090 North Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34237, in the Grand Slam Plaza just east of Ed Smith Stadium.

Monday: Closed

Tuesday–Friday: 10am–6pm

Saturday: 10am–4pm

Sunday: Closed.

Let's face it, we're all sending messages about ourselves in public.

Of course, we're also constantly developing opinions and making decisions about others as well from what people say, how they carry themselves, and what they wear.

What if you're a woman who recently started a business, became an executive, or simply wants to upgrade your image to send a more confident and professional message to the world? Where do you go for help?

My guest today is a seasoned branding and professional stylist from the New York fashion industry who helps women do just this.

I'm very pleased to welcome Sandy Hapoienu, owner of Styling Sessions LLC.

In this episode, you'll learn...

• One thing most people don't know about Sandy
• How she got into the New York City Fashion scene at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales, and Neiman Marcus
• How she works with women going through either professional or personal life transitions to improve their brand and public image
• Why you might want to contact Sandy
• ... and much, much, more!

Thank you for stopping by today. It is my hope you will listen ... learn ... and connect!

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Many people only think of The Salvation Army. at Christmas time when you see (and hear) their volunteers outside department stores with a red bucket ringing a bell for donations.

But this organization is much, much more ...

For nearly 160 years The Salvation Army has often been, for many the difference between despair and hope.

And what most people don't know is Natural disaster response is one thing the Salvation Army specializes in.

This episode was recorded one week after Hurricane Ian destroyed parts of Southern Sarasota County and beyond.

It is part of a series of special episodes we want to bring to you of the front-line organizations helping our neighbors get back on their feet.

My guest today is Colonel Michele Matthews - Area Commander of the Sarasota Salvation Army

In this episode, you'll learn ...

• One thing most people don’t know about Michele
• What are the immediate priorities when a disaster hits for the Salvation Army
• How long it might take for the Ian disaster to be behind us
• How Michele coordinates with other organizations
• What's the greatest need right now and where can people go to help and get help
• ... and much, much more!

Thank you for stopping by today, it is my hope you will listen ... learn ... and connect!

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To many, it seems impossible that in The Greater Sarasota Area there are those who go hungry. But it is true and even more so now when you have a Cat-4 hurricane devastate the southern part of our county.

Fortunately, one local organization is working virtually not-stop to help those most affected by Ian's destructive forces and providing food for thousands.

This episode was recorded one week after Hurricane Ian hit our area and is part of a series of special episodes we want to bring to you of the front-line organizations helping our neighbors get back on their feet.

I'm very pleased to welcome Sandra Frank, CEO of All Faiths Food Bank (AFFB).

In this episode, Sandra will share ...

• Why she chose to head up All Faiths Food Bank for these past 10 years after a successful law career
• Why AFFB is moving away from providing food to actual hunger prevention
• What AFFB's greatest needs now as we recover from Hurricane Ian
• How you can get involved
• ... and much, much more!

Thank you for stopping by today it is my hope you will listen ... learn ... and connect!

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All Faiths Food Bank

8171 Blaikie Court

Sarasota FL 34240

Phone: 941-379-6333