THE INVENTOR … sharing an innovation with world-changing potential

THE TEACHER … sharing valuable knowledge in a memorable way to teenagers or adults

THE PRODIGY … young talent ready to break out

THE ARTIST … who can showcase their work in a compelling, new way (Don’t just talk about it. Show us your work!)

THE PERFORMER … music, dance, comedy, drama … or something entirely different

THE SAGE … wisdom the world needs from those who have learned it the hard way

THE ENTHUSIAST … with an infectious passion about a topic they can share

THE CHANGE AGENT … helping shape the world’s future with work that matters

THE STORYTELLER … vivid, original, meaningful … with a talent for connection

THE SPARK … with a powerful idea worth spreading

To apply, you must complete the speaker application on http://tedxjacksonville.com/become-a-speaker/by June 30th. We look forward to hearing from you!

The Prime F. Osborn, III, Distinguished Business Leaders Award was established in 1998 by the University of North Florida’s Coggin College of Business as an annual award to recognize the long-term career achievements of individuals who provide leadership in business and the local community. Qualifications for these honorees include success in business, significant contributions to community quality of life, and a commitment to the ethical practices and core values put forth by the Coggin College of Business at the University of North Florida.

Awards are given in three categories; Distinguished Business Leader, Distinguished Professor and Distinguished Business Alumni. Anna Brosche will be recognized as a Distinguished Business Alumna.

Anna has previously been named a 2007 UNF Fab Grad and a 2009 Coggin College of Business Outstanding Alumna through the annual UNF Alumni Association awards program. “It is an honor to receive this award by the University of Florida Coggin College of Business and join the list of distinguished business leaders honored before me,” stated Anna Brosche. “I am grateful for the education I gained at UNF and it is my privilege to be an ongoing part of the significant role that the Coggin Collge of Business and the University of North Florida play in developing our future professional generations of leaders.”

The Distinguished Business Leaders 16th Awards Luncheon will be held on May 22nd from 11.30am – 1.30pm at The River Club.

“John is one of the foremost real estate economists in the United States and I am looking forward to hearing his perspective on the Northeast Florida housing market activity,” said NEFBA President Dennis Ginder, who is also president of Landon Homes.  “This program promises to be very enlightening, and I encourage everyone in our industry to make plans to attend.”

A former chief economist for the National Association of Realtors, Tuccillo is a highly respected business and planning consultant.  His Sarasota-based consulting practice – John Tuccillo and Associates, Inc. – has provided research, analysis, strategic planning and business planning services to clients that include national real estate franchise firms, Fortune 100 companies, mortgage banking firms, media companies and trade associations.

In addition to his position as NAR’s chief economist, Tuccillo’s extensive resume includes serving as the chief economist for the National Council of Savings Institutions; teaching graduate studies at the Catholic University of America; working as a senior research associate at The Urban Institute; teaching courses at Georgetown University as an assistant professor of economics; and working as a Brookings Economic Policy Fellow at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Tuccillo has an undergraduate degree from Georgetown University and earned his master’s degree and doctoral degree in economics from Cornell University.  He is a Certified Association Executive (CAE) and maintains an active speaking schedule on topics such as the economic forecast, changes in the real estate industry and leadership.

The event is open to the public.  The cost to attend is $10 for SMC, NEFBA and NEFAR members, $15 for non-members.  For more information, contact the NEFBA office at (904) 725-4355 or email Corey Fountain at cfountain@nefba.com.

The FCWWC honors CEOs and their Wellness Leaders with coveted Bronze, Silver, and Gold Healthiest Companies Awards. This is the first year that a select few companies achieved Platinum wellness status.

“Healthy Start” Recognition

Goodwill Industries of North Florida

Harden and Associates

Bronze Winners

City of Fernandina Beach

Community Hospice of NE Florida

Duval CountySchools

Rogers Towers, P.A.

University of St. Augustine Wellness Center

Silver Winners

Bi-Lo Winn Dixie

The Blood Alliance

Family Care Partners

Flagler College

Gunster

Haskell

Peak 10

Regency Centers

Reynolds, Smith and Hills, Inc.

Gold Winners

Acosta Sales and Marketing

Availity

Brooks Rehabilition

Burkhardt Sales & Service

Citi

Community First Credit Union

CROWLEY

CTI Resource Management Services Inc.

EverBank

Florida Health Care Plans

Florida State College at Jacksonville

Fowler White Boggs P.A.

Health Designs

PGA TOUR

PSS World Medical

School Board of Nassau County

The Suddath Companies

UF & Shands Jacksonville Medical Center

YMCA of Florida’s First Coast

Platinum Winners

Baptist Health

CSX Transportation

Florida Blue

JEA

St. John’s County School District

St. Vincent’s Healthcare

University of North Florida

The FCWWC is also pleased to recognize the winner of the 2013 Frank Barker Wellness Leader Award who will also receive $10,000. Sharon Clark has been with BI-LO Winn-Dixie since 2010 as the on-site Well-being Manager. Her position is unique in that it is provided as a part of the health benefits plan, a partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield which provides the on-site wellness presence to supplement the other wellness benefits.

The First Coast Worksite Wellness Council is a non-profit organization. Its mission is to improve the health of the First Coast Community by sharing evidence-based resources and providing guidance through our member businesses.

For more information about the conference and the FCWWC, call 904 302 2732 or visit www.firstcoastwwc.org.

“Daniel is uniquely positioned to advance the interests of member businesses throughout the region and the entire state of Florida,” said JAX Chamber Chair and Northeast Florida Market President of Bank of America Merrill Lynch Greg Smith.  “His exceptional management skills, experience leading a membership organization and in-depth knowledge of the region will strengthen the Chamber’s ability to help businesses start and grow.”

Davis is a member of the Florida House of Representatives and chair of the House Transportation and Highway Safety Subcommittee. Since 2006, he has been the Executive Director of the Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA), Jacksonville’s second largest membership organization. During his time at the organization, Davis grew membership by the largest percentage of any chapter in the United States and worked to advance the association’s agenda throughout the region.

“We conducted a deliberate, national search to find the best person to build an even better business environment in Northeast Florida,” said Kelly Madden, chair of the Chamber Search Committee and Wells Fargo North Florida wholesale president.  “Of the exceptional leaders interviewed, Daniel was the most outstanding. His understanding of local issues, strong relationships and passion for our region made him the clear choice.”

Davis served on the Jacksonville City Council from 2003 to 2010. He was elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2010.

“Northeast Florida has entered a new era of job creation and broad-based economic opportunity,” said Jerry Mallot, JAX Chamber interim president and CEO and president of JAXUSA Partnership.  “Daniel was absolutely the best choice, and I look forward to working with him to expand our regional economy like never before.”

Mallot enthusiastically accepted the interim position in December.  He indicated at that time that his passion is for economic development, and he encouraged the Board and Search Committee to find an energetic leader with fresh perspectives.

“It is my honor to serve the JAX Chamber as their new president and CEO,” said Davis. “Our region has immeasurable promise, and I commit to lead strongly, lead well and bring vision and energy into this crucial role.”

Davis takes the reigns as the 30-year-old Chamber building becomes Downtown’s New Front Door.

“It is a new day at the Chamber,” said Smith. “The future of our region has never been so bright.”

More information about the JAX Chamber is available online at www.myjaxchamber.com.

“The Community First Seawalk Music Festival will showcase our rich local resources – local artists, food, crew and volunteers,” said Amy Galbreath, producer with Jax Beach Festivals. “As we prepared this spring for the Great Atlantic Music Festival and George’s Music Springing the Blues Festival, many musicians and vendors in the community told us they wanted an opportunity to take part in a local festival. The Community First Seawalk Music Festival gives them the spotlight.”

The two-day festival begins Friday, June 14, at 5 p.m. and goes until 10 p.m. On Saturday, June 15, the music begins at noon and plays until 10 p.m.

“Community First is committed to partnering with local organizations to offer Northeast Florida residents family friendly activities that promote a healthy community,” said John Hirabayashi, CEO of Community First Credit Union. “The festival’s emphasis on all things local is a great way to celebrate area talent and support the local economy, while providing an affordable entertainment option for families to enjoy together.”

Although many event details are still underway, Galbreath and team (including Sam Veal, Executive Producer for Jax Beach Festivals) have designated the festival’s first night as a “Fireworks for All” Fundraiser.

“Last year, Jacksonville Beach cancelled its July 4th fireworks and next year’s fireworks are in jeopardy if the city doesn’t find the revenue for them,” said Galbreath. “We want to ensure families in the Jacksonville area can enjoy this favorite summer tradition, so Friday is our ‘Fireworks for All’ Fundraiser. We’re donating a portion of beverage sales from Friday, June 14 to the City of Jacksonville Beach fireworks fund.” According to the city, the annual fireworks display is its most expensive special event, with a price tag of about $25,000 (about $1000 a minute).

In addition, there are other great ways to support the Fireworks Fund.  Galbreath also has enlisted members of the Beaches Hospitality Network to go door-to-door in beaches neighborhoods promoting the event and asking for pledges to the fund. The city of Jacksonville Beach is also accepting donations online at www.jacksonvillebeach.org/residents/news/donations-being-accepted-fireworks-display.

The festival will launch a website and Facebook page in the coming days. Visit www.jaxbeachfestivals.com for updates.

Jax Beach Festivals produces festivals and special events at the oceanfront Seawalk Pavilion, including the Great Atlantic Music Festival and George’s Music Springing the Blues Festival. For more information about Jax Beach Festivals, please visit http://www.jaxbeachfestivals.com.

Community First Credit Union of Florida is a state-chartered credit union based in Jacksonville serving anyone who lives or works on the First Coast. Community First is one of the 10 largest credit unions in the state, serving more than 105,000 members and with assets exceeding $1 billion. Community First has 16 locations and about 300 employees. A not-for-profit, Community First is a full-service financial institution offering banking, loans, mortgages and investments for consumers and businesses throughout the First Coast. For more information about Community First, visit www.CommunityFirstFL.org, call (904) 354-8537 or (800)342-8416.

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The program will cover executive briefings, small group presentations and large group presentations.

$15.00  RSVP Angelia.Redding@bsecenter.net

Lunch included

“The summit offered a wonderful opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue among community leaders new to the area,” said Justin Terry, executive vice president at Harden and president of the Leadership Jacksonville Board of Directors. “Attendees heard from Northeast Florida decision–makers and business executives about key issues affecting our area and the importance of economic development to our region.”

The program aimed to inform participants of Jacksonville’s assets and potential, highlighting key issues of community importance and facilitating relationships between the participants. During the two-day summit, participants had the opportunity to meet and develop relationships with a variety of community leaders as well as with their fellow Leadership Jacksonville New Leadership Summit class members. Participants included:

• Russell Armistead, Chief Executive Officer, Shands Jacksonville
• Paul Astleford, President and Chief Executive Officer, Visit Jacksonville
• Ted Carter, Executive Director, Office of Economic Development
• Kurt Caywood, Vice President of Audience, Times-Union Media
• Tim Cost, President, Jacksonville University
• Franklin Danley, Senior Vice President/Jacksonville City President, Regions Bank
• Tiffany Galvin Green, Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director, River Region Human Services
• Patrick Geraghty, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Florida Blue
• Mary Anne Jacobs, Chief Executive Officer, Girl Scouts of Gateway Council
• Gregory Montana, Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer, FIS
• Ellyn Raftery, Chief Marketing Officer, FIS
• Andrew Russell, Executive Vice President, Business Banking Group FL/GA, CertusBank
• Monica Whiting, Chief Customer Officer, JEA
• Janette Wilcox, Resident Managing Director, Aon Risk Services, Inc.

The event included presentations by Matt Rapp, executive director of THE PLAYERS Championship, and Hope McMath, director of The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, who spoke to participants about the unique aspects of sports and leisure as well as culture and arts in the community. Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown shared his vision for the community and former Jacksonville Mayor and current University of North Florida President John Delaney offered his perspective on the political context of the community. Featured program speakers also included former Jacksonville Mayor and Gate Petroleum President John Peyton, Duval County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti, Deborah Gianoulis Heald, president of the Schultz Center for Teaching and Leadership, Jacksonville Sheriff John Rutherford and JAX Chamber Interim President Jerry Mallot.

“The annual summit serves as an excellent networking opportunity for participants,” said Isabelle Owen Spence, executive director for Leadership Jacksonville. “It provides a look at the area’s history, future and demographic trends from the view of policymakers and business-leaders alike.”

Leadership Jacksonville annually offers The New Leadership Summit as a unique opportunity in Northeast Florida targeted to CEOs and senior level executives who are new or relatively new to the community. Participants learn about the region’s assets, issues, institutions and leadership from some of the key corporate, civic, social and educational leaders. Group size is limited to 20 to allow for meaningful interaction. Participation is by invitation only. To learn more about Leadership Jacksonville and its programs, visit www.leadershipjax.org or call (904) 396-6263.

Dr. Petrone received his undergraduate degree from Florida State University and his dental degree (DMD) from Case Western Reserve School of Dental Medicine in Ohio. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association as well as the Northeast District Dental Association of Florida. He is a long-time Jacksonville and Neptune Beach, Fla. resident and graduated from Bishop Kenny High School. He volunteers his professional time and service to patients at the Wildflower Clinic in St. Augustine for St. Johns County residents in need. Dr. Petrone has also provided care for children and adults as a medical volunteer in Guatemala and Dominican Republic. His interests include sports, golfing and fishing. Dr. Petrone resides in Neptune Beach.

Dr. Petrone practices at locations including St. Johns Family Dentistry, 2225 A1A South, Suite A3 in St. Augustine and Beaches Center for Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry, 802 3rd Street in Neptune Beach. Dr. Corral is the founder of the Neptune Beach office and is a partner at the St. Augustine office. For more information, call 904.461.6060 or email anthony.corral@gmail.com.Visit the websites at www.staugustinedentist.com and www.jacksonvillebeachdentist.com.