Pensacola Business Radio- 12.03.15 – Guests: Andrew Martin / Atlas Financial Strategies, Tom Koenig / King Sized Solutions

December 3, 2015 by Keith

Pensacola Business Radio

Pensacola Business Radio- 12.03.15 - Guests: Andrew Martin / Atlas Financial Strategies, Tom Koenig / King Sized Solutions

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WHY WE DO IT

To help your company and the market you serve Get The Word Out.

No Big Media ambushes, traffic reports, and commercial interruptions.

We feature Business Professionals interviewing their peers, drilling down

on the critical issues, and delivering practical information to an engaged audience.

Business Is Good. Your Work Matters. Share The Air.

Andrew Martin / Atlas Financial Strategies

President / Owner

At Atlas Financial Strategies, it has been our pleasure to serve the Pensacola community and its surrounding areas. Our mission has always been, and will continue to be, to strive to provide our clients with the very best financial service available as well as a client experience that is second to none. We understand that our recommendations will impact you and your family for years to come. Therefore, we are very careful to make certain that the plan we suggest is suitable to you and fits your objectives.

Atlas Financial Strategies provides financial and retirement planning services to businesses and individuals. Being a leader in the financial services industry means continually striving for improvement. To keep pace with clients’ needs, Atlas Financial Strategies has access to new products, expanded quality service, and pioneered new technologies. Breaking new ground is part of the tradition. For Strength and Guidance, trust Atlas Financial Strategies.

Atlas Financial Strategies, LLC provides Insurance and financial services to both small and large businesses, alike. From employee benefits to succession planning, our goal is to keep you as a business owner focused on one thing: running the business. Atlas Financial Strategies, LLC offers:

Retirement plan administration including 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), Simple IRA, and SEP IRA
Group benefits including Life, Health, Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
Key Person insurance
Buy/Sell agreements
Voluntary payroll deducted life insurance*
Executive carve-out plans

Executive Benefits

The success of most businesses is tied into the talent, passion and work ethics of their key executives. Executive benefit packages can help you attract, motivate, and retain high-caliber employees and keep your company healthy and stable. We can help you with non-qualified plans, supplemental employee retirement plans, split dollar plans, and more.

Succession Planning

Succession planning allows owners to leave their business on their own timeframe while preparing their company to be transferred to family members, key employees, an outside party, or even a charity. This must be done in a way that achieves personal financial security, maintains harmony, and achieves maximum value for the business.

Key Person Insurance

Key person life insurance offers a death benefit that indemnifies an employer for the loss of one of its most important assets – the key person. This can help assure continuity of the business for employees, customers and creditors, and protects against losses in sales, momentum, and credit. It can also be used to recruit and develop a replacement for the employee.

Buy-Sell Agreements

A buy–sell agreement is a legally binding agreement between co-owners of a business that governs the situation if a co-owner dies or leaves the business, whether by force or by choice. A funded cross-purchase buy-sell plan utilizes life insurance to ensure that the arrangement is properly funded so that there will be money when the event is triggered.

Deferred Compensation

Deferred compensation is a written agreement between an employer and an employee where the employee chooses to have part of his or her compensation withheld by the company, invested on their behalf, and distributed back to them at a pre-determined point in the future. Deferred compensation can be used as a flexible way to attract and incentivize key employees.

Atlas Financial Strategies, LLC

7282 Plantation Road, Suite 400

Pensacola, FL 32504

Phone: (850) 542-4803

Tom Koenig / King-Sized Solutions

Owner / Independent Consultant

Mr. Tom Koenig is a retired United States Air Force Master Sergeant, who worked in the personnel field the latter half of his 22-year career. As a Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist and a 2003 graduate from St. Leo University with a degree in Human Resource Management, Mr. Koenig specializes in studying the identity theft crime and teaching solutions to small businesses and large corporations. After having served for six years on the local Gulf Coast Crime Stoppers board of directors, and attending over 20 corporate training events across the country, Tom stays informed on local and national crime trends pertaining to I.D. theft issues. As the owner of King-SizedSolutions, LLC, Mr. Koenig works as an independent associate for a company that provides family and small business legal plan memberships, and an ID Theft restoration plan for today’s fastest growing white-collar crime.

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Pensacola Business Radio- 12.01.15 Guests: Jim DeStafney / Blues Angel Music, Heather Bragg / Creative Cuisine LLC, Chris Jadallah / Calliope Films

December 1, 2015 by Keith

Pensacola Business Radio

Pensacola Business Radio- 12.01.15 Guests: Jim DeStafney / Blues Angel Music, Heather Bragg / Creative Cuisine LLC, Chris Jadallah / Calliope Films

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Broadcasting live from DeVilliers Square, we interview the city’s best and brightest Business Owners, Community Leaders and Budding Entrepreneurs.

Jim De Stafney / Blues Angel Music

Owner

BAM was opened in August of 1997 by Retired Navy Captain / Fighter Pilot Jim DeStafney, and has grown from a 1,000 sq. ft., one-man guitar shop into a 15,000 sq. ft., full-line, world-class music store.

We provide a great selection of new, used and vintage guitars and amps for both the professional musician as well as the beginner. We also have become Pensacola’s number 1 Band and Orchestra Instrument Dealer.

Our expert staff is always eager to answer any question and meet your musical needs including all music instrument repairs! It has always been our goal to be the “go-to” place for local working musicians, Students, and local families. We also offer a wide variety of Band Instruments to Rent or Buy.

Blues Angle Music provides service on music instruments and repair on music instruments. Our Master Luthiers and electronics technicians work full time in the fully-stocked repair shop to give you the best quality guitar and amp repair possible. Jim, Todd, Noel, Floyd, and Grant work on your instrument or amp with the same attention to detail and efficiency as if it were their own.

We service and repair:

Electric Guitars
Acoustic Guitars
Mandolins
Banjos
Violins
Cellos
Brass Instruments
Woodwind Instruments
Keyboards
Tube Amplifiers
Solid-State Amplifiers
Electronics

The Blues Angel Music Foundation

“Music is the voice that tells us that the human race is greater than it knows.” —Napoleon Bonaparte

Our Vision:

The Blues Angel Music Foundation aims to make a positive impact on the Greater Pensacola Area through the promotion of music education, instruction, and therapy throughout the lifespan of any and every individual it touches.

Our Mission:

We will seek out and support organizations, scholarships, and other efforts to engage the mind and body through music.

About the Blues Angel Music Foundation

In 2012, before there was a foundation, Jim and Nan DeStafney, owners of Blues Angel Music, knew they wanted to help make a positive difference in the lives of people through music. From their own pockets, they made donations to many local organizations including the Belmont Youth Band, the Pensacola Choral Society, the Pensacola Symphony, the Waterfront Rescue Mission, and Guitars for Vets. But that wasn’t enough.

They began looking for groups who were making strides in providing music therapy. It has long been accepted that music can connect to parts of the brain beyond control of the conscious mind. Science and brain imaging have shown us that the brain has the ability to heal and change. This same science has taught us that music therapy can help patients overcome language, cognition, and motor control problems that were once believed to be beyond rehabilitation.

Then, in September of 2014, a $200 donation to their efforts changed things and the Blues Angel Music Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, was born.

Why Music Matters

Music majors are the most likely group of college graduates to be admitted into medical school. Research has shown that piano students are better equipped to comprehend mathematical and scientific concepts. Of course, America needs more and better physicians, scientists and mathematicians.

Playing and learning music benefits people of all ages — and it’s proven fun! The Blues Angel Music Foundation advances active participation in music education, instruction, and therapy across the lifespan of every individual willing to participate by supporting philanthropic giving and public service programs.

The BAM Foundation is an active representation of the desire of the staff and customers of Blues Angel Music to spread the power of music to places where it doesn’t currently exist. It is funded directly by BAM through fundraising and by direct, tax deductible, donations from people like you.

Make a donation today and change someone’s life forever.

Heather Bragg / Creative Cusine

Personal Chef & Owner

With a Personal Chef, you can enjoy “Food at Your Place, Cooked to Your Taste”! Chef Heather, owner of CrEAT!ve Cuisine, LLC, can be your “What’s for dinner?” solution!

Chef will come to your home, assess your dietary needs and requirements, create a personalized menu for you, and help determine how often you would like your service. Pricing is based on how many entrees you choose, the type of entrees, and frequency of service. On your cook date, Chef will shop for groceries and arrive with her equipment. Then she preps, cooks and packages all entrees, stocks your refrigerator/freezer with delicious meals, leaves re-heating instructions ready for you, and tidies your kitchen!

Should you need food or baked goodies prepared for a special event, gathering or party, Chef will happily assist you in making your event a success!

If you are ready to start enjoying some CrEAT!ve Cuisine and save yourself time and energy, then contact Chef Heather today! You can also find her on Facebook at /Chef.Heather74. It’s time to get creative with your cuisine! Buon Appetito!

Chris Jadahalla

Ameriprise Financial + Calliope Films

Calliope (or beautiful voice) is the Greek Muse of epic or heroic poetry. She was seen to be homers muse as well as the inspiration to the Odyssey and the Iliad. It’s these epic ideals that that Calliope films is based upon.

At Calliope films, we offer video production on any level. Projects we have worked on in the past consist of:

– Commercials

– Weddings

– Short films

– Training Videos

– Demo Reels

– Music Videos

– Infomercials

We have the tools to provide any video production work needed.

When it comes to commercials or any type of project that involves Pre-production. We will sit down with you and design a project to suit your needs.

We are more than happy to travel to you to produce you project.

For every production we have a package deal to Include both video and photography if both are desired.

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Pensacola Business Radio – Pensacola Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events- 11.19.15 – Small Business Saturday

November 19, 2015 by Keith

Pensacola Business Radio

Pensacola Business Radio - Pensacola Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events- 11.19.15 - Small Business Saturday

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Maegan – Director of Membership

Caitlin – Programs & Events Specialist

Rebecca – Marketing & Communication Specialist

Chamber opens nominations for 56th annual PACE Awards

Pensacola leaders to be honored at yearly event

PENSACOLA, Fla. – Nov. 2, 2015 – The Greater Pensacola Chamber is now accepting nominations for its 56th annual Pensacola Area Commitment to Excellence (PACE) Awards, which will take place Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2016, at the Hilton Pensacola Beach Gulf Front.

Each year, the PACE Awards honor outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to Greater Pensacola’s overall economic progress. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, Nov. 27, in the following categories:

• Emerging Leader: An individual who has recently shown significant potential for leadership in business or community endeavors and who is expected to continue to have a positive impact on the community.

• Community Leader: A community-minded individual who has distinguished him/herself through outstanding contributions in the form of special projects or services on behalf of the community and who typifies the true spirit of service.

 Professional Leader: Awarded to an individual who has made a difference and contributed to the success of their profession by distinguished service to his or her profession, has earned a high respect for his or her stature and integrity and inspires others in his or her profession.

 Business Leader: An individual who exemplifies the qualities of the business visionary, showing outstanding success in business or industry through meaningful contributions to the local business community.

 Spirit of Pensacola: A special individual who embodies the “Spirit of Pensacola” and has given many years or a lifetime of service to business or community, always striving for a better Pensacola.

For more information or to submit a nomination, visit PensacolaChamber.com/PACEawards. For additional details, contact Maegan Leonard, Director of Membership for the Greater Pensacola Chamber, at (850) 438-4081, ext. 232, or at mleonard@pensacolachamber.com.

Chamber to serve as Neighborhood Champion for Small Business Saturday

Small businesses celebrated, supported on Nov. 28

PENSACOLA, Fla. – Nov. 4, 2015 – More than 3,000 communities across the country are celebrating Small Business Saturday on Nov. 28. Small Business Saturday, created by American Express in 2010, is a day dedicated to supporting local businesses that help create jobs and boost the economy.

According to a Small Business Saturday insights survey, an estimated $14.3 billion was spent on small independent businesses on Small Business Saturday in 2014. In an effort to rally the Pensacola community to shop small, the Greater Pensacola Chamber will work as a Neighborhood Champion with other local businesses and organizations to promote Small Business Saturday.

Promotional deals and coupons from participating chamber partners will be advertised throughout the month. Community members are encouraged to support the initiative on social media by checking in at participating partner locations, uploading photos of their purchases, and using the hashtag #ShopSmallPColaChamber.

“Each year, we see more and more individuals recognize the important role that small businesses play in Pensacola,” said Clay Ingram, Greater Pensacola Chamber President & CEO. “With the support of our community, we look forward to celebrating our partners in the retail industry on Small Business Saturday.”

For more information on Small Business Saturday and how your business can get involved, please contact Caitlin Newby, Programs & Events Specialist for the Greater Pensacola Chamber, at (850) 438-4081, ext. 235, or at cnewby@pensacolachamber.com.

Area chambers to hold annual Legislative Luncheon on Dec. 9

Northwest Florida State Delegation Members to discuss upcoming agenda

PENSACOLA, Fla. – Nov. 9, 2015 – In its continuing effort to represent current business interests in public policy and legislative affairs, the Greater Pensacola Chamber – along with the Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce, Gulf Coast African American Chamber of Commerce, Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce, Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce and Santa Rosa County Legislative Coalition – will host a Legislative Luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Crowne Plaza Pensacola Grand, 200 E. Gregory St.

“With the Greater Pensacola Chamber’s focus on public advocacy, the Legislative Luncheon provides our partners the opportunity to share their views on issues important to them,” said Todd Thomson, Executive Director of Public Affairs for the Greater Pensacola Chamber.

The event is open to anyone interested in chamber priorities for the upcoming Legislative Session. Members of State Delegation will answer questions from the audience.

Who: Greater Pensacola Chamber, Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce, Gulf Coast African American Chamber of Commerce, Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce, Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce and Santa Rosa County Legislative Coalition

What: Annual Legislative Luncheon

When: Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Program begins promptly at 11:30 a.m.

Where: Crowne Plaza Pensacola Grand, 200 E. Gregory St.

Cost: $25 per person (walk-ins $30) or $500 for table sponsor. Click here to register.

Limited seating is available. For more information or to RSVP, visit PensacolaChamber.com/Events. To learn more about table sponsorships for this year’s event, contact Maegan Leonard, the Greater Pensacola Chamber’s Director of Membership, at (850) 438-4081, ext. 232, or at mleonard@pensacolachamber.com.

Pensacola Business Radio – 11.19.15 – Guests: Audrey Preston / Parade People, Ashlee Carpentier / Complete DKI

November 19, 2015 by Keith

Pensacola Business Radio

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Audrey Preston / Parade People

Co-Owner

Mother and daughter pair, Terry and Audrey Preston, have been participating in parades all along the Gulf Coast since the 1980’s. They are the “bead ladies” behind Pensacola Parade People LLC. Our family knows parades and we LOVE spreading the Pensacola parade fever! After countless bead-buying trips out of state we recognized the need for a wider selection of quality beads and throws at affordable prices right here in the Pensacola Bay Area, and decided to open a Mardi Gras store devoted exclusively to serving our Pensacola Parading Community! Come see us at the store and “LAISSEZ LES BON TEMPS ROULER!”

Raised on king cake and moon pies, Audrey’s had the “bon temps” spirit since she was in diapers and grew up catching her grandpa’s and dad’s throws in Pensacola parades. As a Pensacola native, she believes “a parade ain’t a parade without beads!”Audrey honed the fine art of arriving early and staking out the best bead-catching spot until she was old enough to cross the barricades as a “floater in training”…aka a safety walker (a path her younger sister also took.) Walking the line of floats before the parade to admire everyone’s handiwork and trade custom Krewe beads and pins is her favorite part of any parade. The next best part is spending time with Krewe friends, new and old, at year-round festivities. When the floats have been parked in their barns and the streets have been swept, you’ll find her kayaking or playing with her Great Danes.

For the past 30 years, Terry has called Pensacola “home” and has enjoyed watching Mardi Gras festivities in the Pensacola Bay Area expand…they just keep getting better and better! Drawn to to the Pensacola Bay Area by the glittering, white sands and her retired military parents, Terry quickly took to the Pensacola parading traditions and has been active in various Krewes since the 1980s. Her first floating experience came in 1998 when she rode with a women’s Krewe…in the back of a pick-up truck in the beach parade. Since then, parading in Pensacola has gotten even more fun and every year sees more Krewes and bigger, better floats added to our parades. Introducing ‘newbies’ (visitors, transplants, and natives) to Pensacola’s Mardi Gras experience has always been her favorite part of the festivities. When there’s not a parade to be had (a rare occurrence for sure), you’ll find her following her favorite blues and zydeco bands.

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Ashlee Carpentier / Complete DKI

Business Development Manager

services include water damage mitigation, fire and smoke damage, mold and biohazard remediation, board-up and tarping services, complete reconstruction, national catastrophe response and mitigation services, and much more. With more than 5,500 technicians nationwide, and the largest fleet of vehicles and equipment in the country, we will secure damaged property quickly and efficiently, helping to minimize secondary damage.

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Pensacola Business Radio-11.17.15 – Guests: Steve Wilmer / Steve Speaks, Mary Riesberg / John Maxwell Team, John M Kizziah / State Farm

November 18, 2015 by Keith

Pensacola Business Radio

Pensacola Business Radio-11.17.15 - Guests: Steve Wilmer / Steve Speaks, Mary Riesberg / John Maxwell Team, John M Kizziah / State Farm

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Steve Wilmer / Professional Speaker

Steve Speaks

Passionate…Motivated…Energetic…Inspiring…Practical…Talented…Humorous…Relevant…Enthusiastic…

The list would go on and on when people who know Steve, meet Steve and hear Steve Speak are asked to describe him. Steve energizes the room when he walks in and all eyes and ears are in tuned to his message. He captivates his audience and has them sitting on the edge of their seat to hear what’s next. Steve’s humor and quick wit will have you laughing out loud while delivering a message that is clear, practical and relevant to any audience.

While some speakers leave you “less than inspired”, Steve charges your battery and has you ready to tackle whatever task is at hand. Steve Wilmer is…Unforgettable!

Steve has spoken to audiences from 5 to 500. No matter the audience size, he has a positive impact and a lasting impression. From inspiring independent business owners to achieve their goals to training employees on team building and what it takes to win in business, Steve’s presentations are true investments in success. Steve currently travels the country coaching and training insurance agents in the art of the sales process and is highly sought after in this field.

Steve is a native of Pensacola, Florida. Upon his graduation he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He served his country proudly for 8 years and received an honorable discharge. Steve then returned home and spent the next 10 years serving his community as a law enforcement officer.

Steve later started his own business with Ameriplan Health and Dental. It is here where Steve discovered that his true passion was team building and motivating others to achieve their goals. He was later recruited by State Farm Kizziah Agency and quickly rose through the ranks as one of the top insurance producers in the state.

He is a member of Pensacola Life Church, Pensacola North Rotary Club and Prosperous Christians Group. On a side note, Steve is a HUGE Miami Dolphins fan and has 60 plus Miami Dolphins ball caps that hang on the wall in his Miami Dolphins Man Cave.

Steve’s wife Erin is a retired Navy Chief Petty Officer and currently a financial advisor with Edwards Jones Investments. They have 4 beautiful children: Judah, Josiah, Joi and Jayna.

Steve has many keys to his success. But for him, it all boils down to one simple thing: You either do, or do not. There is No try.

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Mary Riesberg / Communication Skills Expert

John C. Maxwell Team of speakers, coaches and trainers

As a well-recognized communication skills expert, professional speaker, leadership trainer and author, Mary Riesberg works with individuals to empower them to have confidence when speaking to an audience of 1 or 1000. Mary has over 24 years of experience transforming beginners/professional speakers, radio and news personalities, government officials and singers to become a Total Impact Speaker ™ A few of Mary’s associations include Chick-fil-A, Met Life, United Cerebral Palsy, American Society of Training and Development and American Business Women’s Association.

Mary Riesberg has had a life-long passion with communication and speech. When Mary was a young girl she had a speech impediment causing her to lack self-confidence and feel ashamed to speak. Mary can truly understand the anxiety and fears associated with public speaking. She can also understand the freedom and excitement that comes with communicating freely. It was her experiences as a young girl that inspired Mary to pursue her career as a Speech-Language Pathologist and obtain a master’s degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences. Mary’s experience has taught her that speech can be difficult, but when mixed with proper instruction and passion, speech can become a beautiful masterpiece.

Mary complements her speaker and voice coaching with Team Communication and Leadership training as a founding partner of the John C. Maxwell Team of speakers, coaches and trainers. She is also a Human Behavior Specialist certified in the DISC profile assessment and a licensed facilitator of the Path Elements Profile ™ by Laure Beth Jones.


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John Kizziah / State Farm Agency

Agent

4300 Bayou Blvd. Suite 23

Pensacola, FL 32503

Bus 850-477-8100 Fax 850-477-8103

Our mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams.

BS Degree University of Alabama Finance/Insurance Major
Member Pensacola and Gulf Breeze Chamber of Commerce
Leadership Pensacola, LeaP Alumni Past Board Member
School Board Partner in Education
Active member in local church, Pensacola Native
Children’s Home Society Past Board Member
Baptist Hospital, Board Member
Active member of the Gulf Breeze Chambers
Second generation State Farm Agent
State Farm Agent since 1993

As the nation’s number one insurer we promise to be there for you with the service and value you expect from a leader. To learn more about the value, benefits, savings, flexibility, and other options that we offer, simply click the links on this Welcome Center page. Again, welcome! We’re proud to be your insurer.

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Pensacola Business Radio – 11.10.15 Guests: Landrum Human Resources – Amie Williamson and Jerold Hall

November 10, 2015 by Keith

Pensacola Business Radio

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Jerold Hall / Landrum

Director of Business Development

Amie Wiliamson / Landrum

Business Consultant

About Landrum HR

More than 1800 businesses in 44 states and 2 countries use Landrum Human Resources to manage their HR needs. Whether you’re a small or medium sized business, Landrum Human Resources has an HR solution to fit your business needs.

Job descriptions and handbooks, payroll and taxes, medical benefits and retirement plans, liability coverage and risk management, employee concerns and complaints, business development, staffing and recruiting, consulting or more hands-on – we do it all. Our business is your people, and we aim to give you unlimited possibilities when it comes to your HR and staffing needs so you can get work done.

Satisfied clients throughout the Southeast & abroad
With several offices in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina and Europe, Landrum Human Resources Companies administer or manage about 11,000 employees for over 1,800 businesses. We have a proven success record with hundreds of satisfied businesses and non-profit organizations.
Privately owned and operated
We don’t have to wait on corporate decision-making. We can address your issues and provide feedback immediately.
Personalized services for small business
We build close relationships and provide personal support for clients.

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Pensacola Business Radio – 11.10.15 – Guests: Kevin Miller / Author, Dannon Byrd / March of Dimes, Chris Hooks / Spotless Logistics

November 10, 2015 by Keith

Pensacola Business Radio

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Kevin Miller / Author

Raven One

Retired Navy Captain Kevin Miller is a third generation naval officer and growing up lived throughout the United States. He graduated from the University of Mississippi and was designated a Naval Aviator in August 1983. In his career he flew the A-7E Corsair II and FA-18C Hornet, deploying overseas six times throughout the 1980’s and 90’s aboard aircraft carriers with names like Nimitz, Dwight D. Eisenhower, George Washington, Theodore Roosevelt and Enterprise. He finished his career in the Pentagon serving on the staff of the Secretary of the Navy, retiring in 2005 after 24 years.

After leaving the service Kevin was employed as an associate at two Washington DC defense consulting firms. In 2010 he joined the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Today he is a self-employed defense consultant and leadership facilitator in Pensacola, Florida.

Kevin earned a Master of Science in Business Management from Florida State University and a Master of National Security Policy and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College. During his career he accumulated over 3,600 flight hours and 1,000 carrier landings from the decks of 11 aircraft carriers. His personal decorations include the Bronze Star, the Air Medal (with combat “V”), and two strike-flight Air Medals.

Kevin is active in several Pensacola-area civic and church organizations and serves as Vice President of Legislative Affairs for the Tailhook Association. In 2014 he published the Amazon best-selling novel Raven One, and he also lectures on the Battles of Midway and Leyte Gulf.

Dannon Byrd / March of Dimes

Community Director

After her daughter was born extremely premature, Dannon left the corporate world and decided to dedicate her life to making an impact in the lives of babies and families who have a similar experience. She is now the March of Dimes Community Director for the Gulf Coast Division in Pensacola, FL. The March of Dimes is the leading national non-profit whose mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing premature birth, birth defects and infant mortality. Founded in 1938, the March of Dimes funds programs of research, community services, education and advocacy.

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Chris Hooks / Spotless Logistics

Co-Owner

Christopher Hooks is a Pensacola native and the co-owner of Spotless Logistics Green Commercial Cleaning Services. Christopher is a Florida State University graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology. Returning back to Pensacola in 2011 he aspired to start a business here in the Pensacola area. With the help of co-owner Labarian Turner, the two started a commercial cleaning company with the goal of providing an affordable service with consistent results. This past August Spotless Logistics was awarded the Best of 2015 for commercial cleaning services in the area by Thumbtack – a service to find high quality companies for various industries. This award was given based on client reviews who have hired Spotless Logistics. Christopher and Labarian plan to expand the current services offered next year and open new locations in nearby cities by 2017.

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Pensacola Business Radio Spotlights Data Revolution – Business RadioX

November 6, 2015 by rhondachale

PENSACOLA, FL–(Marketwired – November 06, 2015) – On October 20, 2015, Pensacola Business Radio welcomed to the studio Jay Smith with Data Revolution. Host Keith Hoffert sat down with Smith to talk about cloud technology and serving the small to medium size business market in Pensacola.

Jay Smith is the Managing Partner with Data Revolution, a company that provides and supports cloud based technology services for small and medium businesses in Northwest Florida. Their mission is to make cloud technology easy and affordable for small and medium businesses while fostering a work environment for its teammates that recognizes and rewards great customer service and long term relationships. Smith is a Voice and Data Solution Design veteran with almost 20 years of experience in professional sales and sales management in both Telecommunications and Technology.

Data Revolution’s sweet spot is serving the small business community. “Data Revolution was born out of seeing small businesses feel trapped in their technology,” explained Smith. “A lot of time, it was obsolete, it was expensive, they didn’t really understand what they had, it wasn’t really doing what they thought it would do for them. And it’s the recurring theme that they always think ‘I can’t afford to get out of this stuff.’ So Data Revolution has the mindset of let’s make it simple to understand, let’s make it affordable for small businesses and keep it in layman’s terms.”

Smith provides design and implementation solutions for business clients by providing key performance indicators that can be benchmarked technically and financially after implementation.

To learn more about Data Revolution, listen to the entire interview on Pensacola Business Radio.

About Pensacola Business Radio:

Broadcasting live from DeVilliers Square, we interview the city’s best and brightest Business Owners, Community Leaders and Budding Entrepreneurs. Pensacola Business Radio is brought to you by the good folks at Warren Averett, FloridaWest, IT Gulf Coast, and a host of local pro-business organizations committed to Economic Development in the West Florida region.

About Business RadioX®:

Business RadioX® interviews dozens of innovative entrepreneurs and successful leaders each week. Its mission is to help local businesses Get the Word Out about the important work they’re doing for their market, their community, and their profession. With a pro-business slant and a long-form interview format, guests don’t have to worry about being ambushed or talking in “sound bites.” Guests have enough time to tell their whole story and to share their insights and experience without interruptions. Business RadioX® hosts are business professionals interviewing their peers, drilling down on the critical issues, and delivering practical information to an engaged business audience. Business topics that are frequently covered include: Law, Finance, Healthcare, Technology, Trade Shows, B2B Marketing, Venture Capital, Training and Development and other issues impacting the business community. For more information, visit: https://lee-kantor-project.sprod02.rmkr.net.

Pensacola Business Radio – 11.05.15 – Guests: Roger Johnson / Beyond the Grape

November 5, 2015 by Keith

Pensacola Business Radio

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Roger Johnson / Beyond the Grape

Owner

Wine should be fun. It is fascinating to learn about all the different grapes, growing regions, dirts, and winemaking traditions, and at the end of the day the best wine is the wine on your table. Let Beyond the Grape introduce you to specialty, small production wines made from a wide range of fruits, berry, citrus, and yes… grapes too! Let’s find a wine for you to enjoy today and let us know if we can help with special events. We love to host parties in our unique and accessible tasting room here in Pensacola. Cheers!

Come to our unique tasting room in Pensacola and try our range of specialty Florida fruit and infused wines as well as our monthly selections of the best traditional varietals from around the world. Enjoy a glass of wine at the antique tasting bar, or Pensacola’s favorite Wine Smoothies. Our space is perfect for events. We ship nationwide to our loyal customers.

Beyond the Grape is a destination for a one of a kind wine tasting experience, rated as one of the top things to do in Pensacola on TripAdvisor.

We are conveniently located at one of the main entrances to Cordova Mall. Call or email to find out more about our wine club and events:

850.696.2916

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