Volume 89 Issue 81 | June 18, 2023

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Jacksonville Florida's Oldest Business and Civic Organization Founded in 1932
OUR MISSION
The purpose of this organization is to promote the Civic, Economic and Social Improvement of Greater Jacksonville.
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UPCOMING PROGRAM




This week we welcome Sheriff T.K. Waters of the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office.


To view future Guest Speakers and Events, please visit our Upcoming Events Calendar.



Join us for our weekly meetings at Fogo De Chao in the Town Center.




The salad bar offers many vegetarian and gluten-free options. A protein is served every other week and alternates between steak, pork, and chicken.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Jennifer Patton of Rethreaded, Inc. gave a talk addressing misconceptions about human trafficking. She explained that only a small percentage of cases involve kidnapping, while the majority involve exploiting vulnerabilities such as mental illness and addiction. Jennifer emphasized that human trafficking is not just an overseas issue; it happens in the United States as well, with Jacksonville ranking 48th for reported cases.


She highlighted the massive scale of the human trafficking industry, generating $150 billion annually worldwide, with sex trafficking accounting for two-thirds of that. Jennifer compared this to the revenue of the NFL to underscore the need for more attention and action against trafficking.

Jennifer shared Rethreaded's approach of using business to combat trafficking. They provide employment and support services to survivors, operating an upcycling company using donated t-shirts. Rethreaded's survivor development program focuses on holistic restoration and career development over three to five years.


She encouraged involvement through shopping at Rethreaded, donations, volunteering, and corporate gifting. Jennifer expressed gratitude for the opportunity to share their work and invited the audience to join Rethreaded in fighting human trafficking.


Next week we will hear from Jacksonville Sheriff TK Waters. Don't forget to bring a door prize and a potential member. We have a lot of great activities coming up and we want a great attendance. See you next week!


Mike Best

2023 1st Vice President

MEMBERSHIP SPONSORHIP CONTEST

We are pleased to announce our 2023 Member Sponsorship Contest, where you have the chance to win cash prizes while helping our civic club grow. Join us in this exciting opportunity to expand our reach and make a positive impact on our community.


Here are the key details of the contest:


1. Contest Duration:

The contest will run from Wednesday, May 17th, until October 31st. The winners will be announced at the November 1st meeting.


2. Cash Prizes:

There are two cash prizes up for grabs:


  a) Most New Members Sponsored:

   The member who sponsors the highest number of new members will win $300. To qualify for this prize, a minimum of 3 new members must be sponsored. Corporate sponsorships will be counted as one new member.


  b) Cash Drawing:

With each new member who joins during the contest period, the sponsor will receive a ticket for a chance to win $500 in our cash drawing. Sponsor 2 members? Earn 2 tickets. Sponsor 3 members? Earn 3 tickets. For every new corporate member who joins, the sponsor will receive 2 chances to win. The more members you sponsor, the higher your chances of winning the cash prize!


3. Qualification Criteria:

New members must submit their membership applications with first-year dues paid in advance before October 31st for sponsor is eligible for the cash prizes.


Join us in this Member Sponsorship Contest, and together, let's work towards a stronger and more engaged civic club.

MEMBER HANGOUT

Join us for a fun and networking event at Aromas Cigars and Bar, located at 4372 Southside Blvd on Thursday, June 22nd from 5:30-7:30 PM.


All members and non-members are welcome. Please invite your friends, family, and clients. No one under 21 please.


Aromas is owned by one of our members, they graciously offered to let us use the private section of the bar called "The Ice Bar."


The first round of appetizers will be on Michael Best of Tech Support Jacksonville. First round of drinks will be on Erin Eiras, Wealth Advisor and owner of InVestra Financial.



We hope to see you there!

JUNE GOLF OUTING

This month's golf outing is currently booked! To get on the waitlist in case of cancellation, please email angelo@volpemanagement.com.



If you know someone that would like to be kept informed on our future golf outings, please have them email secretary@sbmcjax.com to be added to the mailing list.


Join us for our monthly outing at Jacksonville Beach Golf Club!


Owned and operated by the City of Jacksonville Beach, Jax Beach Golf Club has been a staple in the golf world of beach life. There are 50+ years of history in these greens and fairways, starting out as a private 9-hole course and evolving into 18-holes when the City of Jacksonville Beach acquired the facility. Over the years, Jax Beach Golf Club has had many transformations, but none as extensive as the latest renovation that began in January 2018.




Won't You Join Us?


When: Friday, June 23, 2023


Where: Jacksonville Beach Golf Club

605 Penman Rd S, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250



First Tee Time: 11:00am


Cost: $46.00



This year, we will have monthly golf sponsoring opportunities as well! Contact Angelo Volpe to sign up!




Reserve Your Tee Time

You may reserve your tee time by contacting the SBMC Golf Co-Chair Angelo Volpe at angelo@volpemanagement.com. If you are registering for a foursome, please include the names of all your members.


Blind Draw

Looking forward to meeting you in person at the bar to collect your $5 for the blind draw.


Do you have a question about the event? Email golf@sbmcjax.com.

FISHING TRIP

It’s that time of year, ladies & gents! The Annual Fishing Trip is Saturday, July 8th! Cost is $125 per person, which is the same price as if you went on a party boat out of Mayport on your own. The difference? With our trip, we have the entire boat chartered to ourselves! 45 members, friends & family members! And we supply a boxed lunch for everyone, along with soft drinks, bottled water, and BEER, all day!

 

This trip sells out EVERY year, so we suggest you purchase your ticket as soon as possible!


We’d like to thank Marlin Technology for sponsoring fishing TOWELS for all of us! We still would love to have a member sponsor the boxed lunches, or the beer!


For any other details, contact Jepp Walter, jepp@marlintech.net, or call 904-838-8400

SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER OPENINGS

This opportunity is free to all members in good standing and gives you the chance to speak about your business, family, interests, or anything else you would like to "spotlight" for five minutes. You can place business cards, flyers, or informational materials on the tables to showcase your business.


NEW! Upgrade your Spotlight Speaking Engagement!


For the low cost of $50, in addition to your five-minute speaking segment, you will be able to feature a blurb of up to 500 words and 1-2 photos in the newsletter prior to the luncheon.



If you would like to sign up and reserve a future meeting date, please email SBMC Sergeant-at-Arms Mike Slagle at mike@assigncommercialgroup.com. You can also sign-up at the registration table during our Wednesday meetings.


SBMC PHOTO GALLERY
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Check out our photo gallery for pictures from our meetings and events!

Click here to view!
 
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SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER

Ken Petsch

Apollo Packaging


NEW! Upgrade your Spotlight Speaking Engagement!


For the low cost of $50, in addition to your five-minute speaking segment, you will be able to feature a blurb of up to 500 words and 1-2 photos in the newsletter prior to the luncheon. Contact Mike Slagle to sign up!


If you are interested in signing up to be a Spotlight Speaker next year, please contact

Mike Slagle at mike@assigncommercialgroup.com







ATTENDANCE AWARD

(Sponsored by A.J. Richwine, Market Point Advisors)


Paul Bednar






WOODY COOPER

(Sponsored by Jepp Walter, Marlin Technology)


Tim Buchanan



















Sponsor Spots Available!



If you are interested in becoming a Sponsor and seeing your company's logo here, please contact Mark Geil at:

markageil@gmail.com

CLICK ON EACH LOGO TO VISIT THE WEBSITE!


Special Thanks to Our Club Sponsors:


Platinum Level

Gold Level