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Welcome to the 23nd episode of Amplify Clearwater Show, powered by 13th Ave Media! We are very excited to take you on a journey to learn more about all of the incredible businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. In this episode, we are featuring Director of Community Relations and Development, Teresa Hibbard, CFRE at The Salvation Army USA! Teresa Hibbard, CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) joined The Salvation Army in December 2018 as the Director of Community Relations and Development.  For over 20 years, she has had the pleasure of watching donors experience the joy of changing lives through their gifts. Teresa and the love of her life, Frank (yes, her husband is the Mayor of Clearwater) have lived in Clearwater for over 30 years in their nearly 100-year-old old home. She is a student at St. Petersburg College - Go Titan's! - finishing her bachelor's degree in public policy and administration. In addition to enjoying her grands, cooking, movies, and studying, Teresa is beginning to golf.  She is passionate about creating awareness and education around human trafficking and fights for those who are most vulnerable. They have two married adult children, three grandchildren and two golden retrievers and a great dane. Here are ways to get involved and Rescue Christmas for our most vulnerable families. Adopt an Angel (child) or Silver Bell (senior)(https://salvationarmyflorida.org/clearwater/...)  or visit participating Walmarts, Countryside Mall or Achieva Credit Union Branches Volunteer to ring the bell:  www.RegistertoRing.com Accept the #REDKETTLECHALLENGE (virtually ring the bell) Donate at Red Kettles throughout the community. If someone is in need of a Thanksgiving meal, they may register here. https://salvationarmyflorida.org/clearwater/#tab-id-8 For other volunteer opportunities, or for questions about ringing the bell, please contact our Volunteer Manager, Jealixson Jean-Simon at 727-725-9777 ext. 104 or [email protected]. Volunteer bell ringers and those accepting the challenge will receive a HOPE t-shirt, and Salvation Army mask. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/support

Welcome to the 22nd episode of Amplify Clearwater Show, powered by 13th Ave Media! We are very excited to take you on a journey to learn more about all of the incredible businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. In this episode, we are featuring Business Developer, Sue LaGree at Sea Dog Cantina! Sue LaGree has been working in promotions and business development for over 25 years, first as an attorney in Boston, then as a small/start-up business consultant. She first met Fred Forsley, owner of Shipyard and Sea Dog brands, several years ago, while living in New England.  Sue moved to Safety Harbor 2 1/2 years ago, and last February, reconnected with Fred at her brother’s new restaurant- The Tiki Tavern, on Main St. in Safety Harbor. Sue was impressed with Fred’s Florida locations including Sea Dog in Treasure Island, Sea Dog Cantina in Gulfport, and Sea Dog Tap Room in Clearwater and with his locally made all-natural vodka brand “Ice Pik Vodka”, distilled right here in Florida. Through her connections in the professional athlete world (law school roommate is the agent for legendary football player Doug Flutie) she was able to get Ice Pik vodka and Sea Dog beer involved as a sponsor at a few prestigious Super Bowl events in Miami last year.  From there, Fred asked her to join his team and promote his brands as he expands in the Florida market and beyond. Sue is particularly excited about their location at US 19 in Clearwater.  “Our Tap Room in the back of the building remains open while we renovate the entire location –(formerly Cody’s Roadhouse Restaurant) into a Sea Dog Cantina which will feature hand-crafted margaritas, Mexican-inspired food and over 50 different types of tequilas, including some exclusive brands which can be sampled as flights at the Cantina in our VIP tequila room.  The menu was created by our incredible, top-rated Chef, Greg Picard. Recently, St. Pete Foodies gave him a perfect 10 score for what they described as “Mexican food heaven”.  “ Sue and her team can’t wait to introduce this food into our local community.  Sea Dog Cantina is expected to open in late December and they look forward to inviting all Chamber members to a VIP ribbon cutting event! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/support

Welcome to the 21st episode of Amplify Clearwater Show, powered by 13th Ave Media! We are very excited to take you on a journey to learn more about all of the incredible businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. In this episode, we are featuring Susie Sofianos and Dave Texeira, App developers of Clearwater Beach App! Susie Sofianos and Dave Texeira are local App developers with a very successful track record of developing Apps that tie in communities with their local residents, businesses, and tourists alike. The quality of their Apps is second to none.  Their Apps have the ability to share community information, run city events, produce revenue for local businesses and tie the community together as a whole. Susie and Dave are excited to be bringing Clearwater and Clearwater Beach into the new emerging digital technology! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/support

Welcome to the 20th episode of Amplify Clearwater Show, powered by 13th Ave Media! We are very excited to take you on a journey to learn more about all of the incredible businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. In this episode, we are featuring Jeff Johnston, Lobbyist from Johnston & Stewart Government Strategies!We are very excited to take you on a journey to learn more about all of the incredible businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. In this episode, we are featuring Jeff Johnston, Lobbyist from Johnston & Stewart Government Strategies! Through years of hard work and dedication, Jeff has risen to become one of the most powerful lobbyists in Tallahassee. His expertise in the legislative, budgetary and political process has become widely respected by legislators and staff alike and has allowed him to deliver remarkable results for clients. Jeff’s leadership, competitive spirit, and understanding of Florida’s business industries has been instrumental in providing strategy and direction to Florida’s largest, most recognized businesses. He has proven himself to be a thoughtful leader and partner with a proven track record of delivering strategic solutions for complex issues. His close and extensive relationships allow him to access legislators and members of the executive branch in a way unequivocal to others. When not in Session, Jeff can be found traveling throughout the state, participating in fundraising and political party events on behalf of the firm and its clients. He is sought after by clients, legislators and candidates alike to consult on campaign and fundraising strategies, with the understanding that his and the firm’s support will open doors in Tallahassee. Jeff was born in Smithtown, New York, raised in Tampa Bay and received his business management degree from Saint Leo University. He and his wife, Cristina, have two daughters, Juliana and Jasmine, and reside in Tampa. Jeff serves on the board of Balanced Life Warriors, a not-for-profit that works with veterans suffering from PTSD, and is a past board member of the Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce. In 2018, he received second place in Florida Politics’ list of Best Lobbyists in Florida. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/support

Welcome to the 19th episode of Amplify Clearwater Show, powered by 13th Ave Media! We are very excited to take you on a journey to learn more about all of the incredible businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. In this episode, we are featuring Misty Wells, 1st Female Host of an Outdoor Show on the Fox Sports Network of Let's Take it Outside! Misty Wells is the 1st Female Host of an Outdoor Show on the Fox Sports Network-Misty Wells has transformed her video series “Let’s Take It Outside” into a new hit Outdoor TV Show. Misty Wells has brought her Show “Let’s Take It Outside” to the big screen for Fox Sports Sun 1st Quarter 2020 to over 30 Million viewers in the State of Florida. Misty’s show is going National & International in 2021 airing in most of the Southern United States on Fox Sports (Sun) & (Southwest) and taking it International with the World Fishing Network. Add in the Digital Networks of MOTV and the Hunt Channel we are reaching over 160 Million viewers Worldwide on digital networks. Fox Sports Sun (Covering the State of Florida) World Fishing Network (Sportsman Group – Outdoor Chanel) MOTV (World Largest Outdoor Digital Channel) Hunt Channel TV (over 150k views monthly on “Let’s Take it Outside”) “Let’s Take It Outside” is a true Outdoor Show: - Saltwater Fishing Inshore/Offshore: Snook, Redfish, Trout, Tarpon to Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo & Marlin - Fresh Water Fishing: Bass, Crappie, Bluegill, Barramundi & Catfish - Hunting: White Tail, Wild Hogs, Gator, Ducks, Turkey, Dove & Quail (Rifle, Shotgun & Bow) - Outdoor Extras: White Water Rafting, Gator Wrestling, Diving with 16-foot Hammerheads & - Reef Sharks, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Race Car Driving, Python Hunting, Snorkeling, Lobstering & Spear Fishing www.mistywells.com www.areelfuture.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/support

Welcome to the 18th episode of Amplify Clearwater Show, powered by 13th Ave Media! We are very excited to take you on a journey to learn more about all of the incredible businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. In this episode, we are featuring Scott Sousa, General Manager of Clear Sky on Cleveland! Scott Sousa has been a highly successful restaurant operator/owner for over 30 years.  He cut his teeth working for TGI Friday’s in their heyday, running the busiest and most successful store in New England.  He won many awards including highest sales growth, lowest turnover and store of the year for over 300 restaurants.  He then took to his entrepreneurial side and partnered with a start-up restauranteur to open four upscale restaurants in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, called Roobar City Bistro.  Roobar became the most recognized restaurant group in the Cape Cod Area.  Again, they won many awards such as Best Mid-Cape Restaurant, Best Restaurant on Cape Cod, Wine Spectator Award for one of the “Best Wine Lists in the World”, Best Bar, and many more.  His Civic duties included being heavily involved in several Chambers of Commerce, heading up the Hyannis Merchants Association and President of the Mashpee Little League.  He was the driving force behind being awarded a state grant and building three new softball/baseball fields, two new soccer fields and one new football field, (with a 2 million dollar budget) all at no cost to the city. Scott sold his businesses in 2007, and moved to Palm Harbor where he took over as the General Manager of a brand new, upscale steak house in Oldsmar.  Again, this restaurant was known to have outstanding reviews and one of the best wine lists in the area.  In November 2018 he went to work for Clear Sky Café, overseeing the beverage program while working at their Clearwater Beach location.  He took over the Cleveland St. store in 2019 and started to become involved in downtown activities.  He spear-headed a project for the company- during the COVID-19 Pandemic- ordering, organizing and handing out grocery packages to over 500 employees, five separate times.   He became a board member for the Downtown Clearwater Merchants Association in February of 2020 and took over as co-chair in August.  The DCMA took on a complete rebranding of Downtown Clearwater, and has been instrumental in developing “The District”.  He and his wife Stacey reside in Palm Harbor, his four children live in Upstate New York, he has three beautiful grandchildren and three dogs.  He is an avid golfer and a runner. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/support

Welcome to the 17th (SPECIAL) episode of Amplify Clearwater Show, powered by 13th Ave Media! We are very excited to take you on a journey to learn more about all of the incredible businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. In this episode, we are featuring Sharon Fekete, Founder & Owner of 13th Ave Media and The Doctor Whisperer! In honor of Sharon’s birthday, we are running this special episode on 10/13/20 so tune in. Also be ready to hear about a special offer from 13th Ave Media! As Sharon Fekete witnessed her physician clients from The Doctor Whisperer, Inc. lose out on social media marketing she saw a need in the market.  Clients informed her that companies she referred weren’t understanding WHO they were and WHAT message they needed to penetrate their audience.  Never wanting to stay within just the medical community and knowing there was unlimited potential to grow an integrity driven modern media company, she applied all her knowledge of PR and social media marketing to a new outlet. We built an engaged modern day media company offering transparent social, simplistic video magic, consistent content production, organic/authentic engagement, influencer marketing, podcasting options, and PR navigation.  Our goal is to make your brand relevant. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/support

Welcome to the 16th episode of Amplify Clearwater Show, powered by 13th Ave Media! We are very excited to take you on a journey to learn more about all of the incredible businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. In this episode, we are featuring Glen Schultz, Owner of Signature Voices With over "20 years experience"...10 years as Signature Voices...in broadcast production, we understand what it takes to make your next project sound amazing. You can count on us for fully produced commercials, Narration, Or IVR productions. Based here in the Tampa Bay Area, Signature Voices owner, Glen Schultz, is joined by four other amazing professionals, all of whom are continually sharpening their skills. Glen's background includes some theater as well as voice training, which began back in his childhood days and eventually led to careers in the radio broadcast & voice over industry. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/support

Welcome to the 15th episode of Amplify Clearwater Show, powered by 13th Ave Media! We are very excited to take you on a journey to learn more about all of the incredible businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. In this episode, we are featuring Express Employment Professionals of Clearwater, FL, Brand-It Blue Initiative! Express Employment Professionals, owned and operated by Ken and Diane Frazer since 1996, is a fully service employment agency, located in Clearwater, FL. The mission at Express is to create hope through employment, and to ultimately employ 1,000,000 people across North America. Their staffing firm is able support local businesses in Pinellas County with industry knowledge, and a network of local candidates to support any staffing needs. Express Employment connects businesses with screened and qualified workers in a wide range of skillsets ranging from Light Industrial, Office Services, Skilled Trades in Contract, Temp to Hire, and Direct Hire positions. They, along with their tenured staff, have helped thousands of local job seekers find employment in the office/administrative, accounting, customer service, IT and commercial/industrial, skilled trades, and professional industries. While simultaneously helping hundreds of companies within our community find great personnel for their businesses. Express Employment Professionals is a leading staffing provider in the U.S., Canada and South Africa, New Zealand and Australia, and the winner of the 2020 Clearly rate best of Staffing Award. Founded in 1983, Express annually employs over 552,000 people across more than 825 franchise locations worldwide. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/support

Welcome to the 14th episode of Amplify Clearwater Show, powered by 13th Ave Media! We are very excited to take you on a journey to learn more about all of the incredible businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders. In this episode, we are featuring CEO & President, of AMPLIFY Clearwater, Amanda Payne! AMPLIFY Clearwater is pleased to announce the Clearwater Chalktober Fest! AMPLIFY Clearwater is working hard to showcase the great businesses that make up our beautiful community. This year’s Chalktober Fest is being held every weekend in October beginning October 1st and ending on November 1st. Participating businesses will enjoy exposure from a multi-level media campaign insured to draw attention to our community. The 5-weekend long artistic celebration offers those of all ages an opportunity to experience top-notch chalk art, at all of your favorite hot spots along Clearwater Beach & Downtown. Don't hesitate to pop into each establishment when you visit! During the Clearwater Chalktober Fest, each participating business will be partnered with a local or visiting artist who will chalk a masterpiece in front of their establishment. Artists will begin their work on Thursday with the goal of a Saturday by noon completion for weekend enjoyment! October 1st – October 4th: South Clearwater Beach; October 8th – October 11th: Island Estates; October 15th – October 18th: Downtown Clearwater; October 22nd – October 25th: North Clearwater Beach (Stone Crab Weekend); & finally October 29th – November 1st: Central Clearwater Beach (Halloween Weekend). This is a leisurely event designed to attract customers to all participating businesses all weekend long. We look forward to demonstrating that our community is the best in the market. This effort is designed to bring exposure & locals and tourists to businesses leading throughout the entire month of October. Every business is an important part of our community. For more information, please visit our website www.amplifyclearwater.com/chalktober --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/13th-ave-media/support