Welcome to Back Porch Comedy! Join us Tuesdays at 9:30pm at The Big Easy Tavern for our open mic, and Fridays at 9:30pm for our showcase featuring the best in Florida comedy, as well as nationally touring headliners. Thank you for your interest in supporting local comedy. Check back soon for more updates!
Jessica Bright (Owner of Back Porch Comedy/ Comedian)
Tony Burkett (Owner of Back Porch Comedy/ Comedian)
Zach Van Gestel (Comedian)
Gary Harris (C omedian)
Standing Ovation Presentations
How to Raise Your Communication Game
“Anyone who’s in business is in show business. You’re on the stage of your industry… you must be able to convey the message of whatever you’re selling in such a way that prospective customers will find it interesting and have complete confidence in you delivering it.” Tommy Schweiger
In this highly interactive presentation, Robyn will introduce you to the neuroscience of communication; share her creatively entertaining concept of ActorTypes and give you practical, actionable tips and techniques so you can shine whether you are leading a meeting, making a sale; interviewing, pitching or presenting.
You will learn:
* (ActorTypes, is Robyn’s proprietary concept from her book Standing Ovation Presentations (Motivational Press, 2013) They are based on 9 character types you see every day in movies and on TV; the Hero, Villain, Super Hero, Ingenue, Sex Symbol, Comic, Whiz Kid, Buddy & Curmudgeon)
Robyn Hatcher, owner of www.SpeakEtc.com, is a “recovering” actor who has been a presentation skills expert for the past 17 years. Over the course of her career, Robyn has helped thousands of business professionals improve their presentations and conduct successful interviews and interpersonal communication. Her clients have included C-suite executives and entrepreneurs, as well as academics and human services professionals, among many others. As a professional actress, Robyn has appeared on stage in New York and surrounding region, as well as in television commercials and dramas. She won best female actor in a Short Film at the 2011 Golden Door Film Festival and can be seen on an upcoming episode of The Blacklist. Robyn served as a writer for two daytime dramas and is a contributor to American Express Open Forum. In addition, Robyn has frequently appeared as an expert guest on HuffPost Live, was a contributing media expert in PRNEWS 2013 Media Relations Guidebook. Her book Standing Ovation Presentations, was named one of the top-ten Business and Self-help books on Forbeswomen.com, in December, 2013) Her first book, Standing Ovation Presentations (Motivational Press, 2013), is a complete presentations skills guide that contains a unique communication-style system called ActorTypes.
Interactive learning presentation/workshop
Please contact me to discuss questions, suggestions or concerns. I look forward to hearing from you.
Robyn Hatcher
10 W. 15th St. #1220
New York, NY 10011
917.361.3860
Brad Phelps / State Farm
Agent
Barb Wagner / doTerra Essential Oils
Wellness Advocate
Barb Wagner spent most of her professional career as a high school English and math teacher. She now travels around the country providing educational opportunities for all people interested in learning how therapeutic grade essential oils can be used as a self-care wellness alternative.
Dr. Julian and Melody Pittman
Pittman Magic
| Dr. Julian Pittman Julian strives to make the audience believe the impossible is truly possible. His creativity keeps the show fresh and ensures that performances are cutting edge. His desire to perform began at a very early age. When working for Colonial Williamsburg, he gained his first exposure to entertaining live audiences through dance, music, and juggling. Continuing with his passion for juggling, Julian began competing and was a four-time finalist and International Silver Medalist Juggler. He has performed for a wide range of different clients including dinner theaters, school and library shows, civic and fraternal organizations, restaurants, resorts, fairs, and festivals. It takes dedication and determination, along with a great passion for performing to “juggle” a career in the arts, while working hard to earn college degrees. Yet, that is exactly what Julian set his sights on accomplishing. He earned a B.S. from William and Mary, an M.S. in Veterinary Medicine from VA/MD – College of Veterinary Medicine, and a Doctorate from MSU College of Veterinary Medicine.
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| Melody Pittman Melody has danced since a young age and has spent numerous hours in studios preparing for appearances with performance or competitive teams. She has performed at the Washington, D.C. Cherry Blossom Festival, Opryland, and on ESPN’s 2 Minute Drill and Wide World of Sports. In college, she was Captain of the Raider Rhythms Danceline, performed in many musicals including Anything Goes, Cabaret, Crazy for You, Guys and Dolls, Man of La Mancha and The Will Rogers Follies, and danced professionally as a Lady Barracuda Dancer for the Barracudas Arena Football Team. Also, she was honored to have performed in Miami, New Orleans, and Houston with the Swerve Modern Dance Company. Along with her professional performances, Melody was drawn to a career of teaching and coaching dance in the public education arena. She holds an A.S. in Dance Technology; an A.A. in Dance Performance; a B.A. in Communication Arts, Anthropology, and Musical Theater Dance; an M.E.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, and an Ed.S. in Educational Leadership. Additionally, she has earned multiple state certifications in academic areas, as well as athletic coaching and dance. In 2009 she was honored with the Cox Communications and Bravo Network Champion of Arts in Education award, and in 2012 she was named her school’s Teacher of the Year.
COMPANY INFORMATION Pittman Magic, Juggling, and Comedy offers award winning high-energy, fast-paced, world-class stage illusion and juggling productions to meet your entertainment needs. We achieve a perfect balance of big illusions, audience interaction, comedy, juggling, classical style, grace and high-energy entertainment. Experience state-of-the-art illusions in a spectacular live-action celebration of the art form of illusion. Right before their eyes, audiences will witness the impossible made possible by illusionist/juggler Dr. Julian Pittman and his lovely wife Melody. Diversity is one of the reasons our production shows are so captivating. In addition to the display of amazing stage illusions, Julian performs world-class juggling. You will witness a mastery of classic juggling props (balls, rings, clubs) and exceptional feats; billiard pockets, spinning 3 balls while doing a backwards somersault, mouth-juggling (ping pong balls are propelled in the air and caught using only the mouth) and a crowd favorite, playing a xylophone while mouth-juggling…and much more! (please see the above video link for clips of these amazing feats). Julian and Melody Pittman have traveled throughout the U.S. entertaining audiences of all ages. This husband and wife team enthusiastically shares the stage, delighting guests with the wows of grand stage illusions and the humor of comedy magic. Their shows include audience interactions that allow guests to get up close and personal with magic. Come experience the magic for yourself! You have to see it to believe it! Pittman Productions are unlike any other on the entertainment market today. The exciting and unique style of the production shows are exactly what today’s audiences want and expect to see in a professional entertainer. Our shows can be designed to meet all your specific needs and budget. We are able to adapt to any venue, ensuring your event is a huge success! Don’t settle for anything less than excellence. Contact us today to make your next event memorable! |
Eric Stevenson / Stevenson Klotz
Attorney
Eric Stevenson is a trial attorney who fights hard to seek justice on behalf of my clients regardless of the strength of the adversary. Be it the government, insurance companies, or big business, I represent all my clients with an aggressive and personal approach to make sure they get a fair and just outcome in the courtroom.
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Bill Sheffield / Bill Sheffield Realty
Realtor
Real Estate is local. I know more about the Greater Pensacola Real Estate market than any one I know. Bold, but honest.
Proud and Loving husband of Precious – deLany Lowery Sheffield for 28 years.
Subwest Rotary – I live and practice the Rotary 4 Way Test
Greater Pensacola Chamber presently serving as an Ambassador. Spreading the great word about Paradise, ahhhhh…. Pensacola.
It is only logical that a Realtor with the slogan or brand – Where There’s a Bill, There’s a Way would open a real estate company called – wait for it – Bill Sheffield Realty.
Specialties: Selection and Negotiation for buyers.
Selling property for Sellers.
Advising Residential Investors.
Patricia Madison/Campfire
Camp Fire was founded in 1910 as Camp Fire Girls, this cherished Movement became Camp Fire USA in 1975 when they began to serve both boys and girls. Today, the contemporary, coeducational Camp Fire is one of the nations’ leading not-for-profit youth development organizations, serving nearly three quarters of a million participants annually in the United States. By design, Camp Fire programs are not only fun; they build specific skills and characteristics like self-direction, confidence, school preparedness and social responsibility. Programs include VPK, after-school and child care programs, family clubs, environmental day camps, abstinence program, service-learning and youth-driven leadership.
Laurie Murphy/Emerald Coast Keeper
Executive Director
Laurie Murphy is the Executive Director and Coastkeeper of Emerald Coastkeeper, one of over 240 Waterkeeper Alliance members; a grassroots nonprofit organization that helps to enforce the Clean Water Act. Laurie has a B.S. degree in Oceanography and a Masters Certification in Geographical Information Science from the University of West Florida. Her background includes research and development in the effects of global climate change, including an in-depth study of the demise of mangrove forests in Senegal, Africa.
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Kolleen Chesley / Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast
Founder / Co-Director
Kolleen Edwards Chesley is the Executive Director for Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast which is a networking group for women who meet twice a month with the purpose of growing themselves personally and professionally. Kolleen enjoys her various speaking engagements where she educates attendees on topics such as networking, referrals, and business building. Kolleen has the heart of a teacher and thru her endeavors both personally and professionally, she strives to build long-lasting and beneficial relationships with all she meets. In addition, Kolleen is a Junior Advisor with Mainstay Financial Group and has worked in the financial services industry for more than 20 years.
Founded after Hurricane Ivan, Women’s Business Lunch (WBL) was organized by Kathleen Shoop, Natasha Parvey, and Kolleen Edwards Chesley to provide a venue for women in business to come and share ideas, information, networking contacts, etc to help each other be more successful in business.
In the Fall of 2013, the WBL reorganized and took on the name “Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast” and are a recognized not-for-profit organization.
Meeting information — Like clockwork, we meet for PWGC-Pensacola always on the 1st Friday of every month, always from 11:30-1:00pm, always at theGulf Coast Kid’s House on 12th Avenue. We also have PWGC-Gulf Breeze, always on the 3rd Friday of every month, always from 11:30-1:00pm, always at the Hampton Inn and Suites, Gulf Breeze. There is no charge to attend our meetings. They are WOMEN ONLY events, so feel free to grab a couple of girlfriends to bring with you and help share the WBL experience.
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Pensacola Eggfest
About Chain ReactionChain Reaction’s mission is to empower teens to learn through service. The program is teen-directed, teen-driven and teen-organized using volunteerism as its teaching tool. Since 2003, Chain Reaction has provided local teens ages 13 to 18 in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties with safe, meaningful and educational service activities.
In a safe, fun and empowering environment, our teens discover their innate strengths and untapped abilities; unite as a team of connected, committed citizens; and believe in themselves to achieve more and aspire to see the good in all things.
To learn more or sign your teen up, please visit www.mychainreaction.org.
ABOUT EGGFEST
Join us on November 14th, 2015, from 11am until 2pm, at Blue Wahoos’ Stadium for Pensacola Egg Fest to benefit Chain Reaction.
Over 1300 people attended our 2014 EggFest and sampled food from more than 75 EggChefs. Don’t miss out! Your $25 ticket includes entry to the event, samplings, entertainment and Big Green Egg demonstrations! Come sample what our chefs and local celebrities have cooked up for you on their Big Green Eggs. Best of all, proceeds benefit Chain Reaction, Pensacola’s only Teen Leadership Institute.
Beej Davis/USO
Center Supervisor PNS
Dana Cervantes Richardson/USO
Programs & Operations Manager
Dana Cervantes-Richardson is the Operations and Programs Manager for USO Northwest Florida. She ensures USO services are provided to service members and their families on nine bases from Mobile, AL to Panama City. She also oversees the operations of all three USO centers which serve over 15,000 troops every month in Northwest Florida. Dana has been with the USO for almost three years. Before that, she was a radio personality in Pensacola and was embedded with troops in Iraq and Kuwait three times. It was during her time reporting overseas that she experienced first-hand what the USO does for our Nation’s Heroes. It is her pleasure today to share with you just what the USO does and how you can help.
Erin Wilmer / Edward Jones
Financial Advisor
As a Financial Advisor, my desire is to help my clients reach their financial goals through tailored solutions. I use the “education” approach vice the “sales” approach. If a person is serious about investing, I am serious about helping them.
Tim Ekelund / That Realtor Guy – The Agency
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