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Florida SBDC at UWF Workshop Press Releases for July
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Make Your Website Work For You” – Online Webinar PENSACOLA, FL — June 30, 2022 — Grow your business’s online presence! Join us for this virtual webinar on July 19 from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. to learn the best tips for launching or sprucing up your business website. Discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports their goals. No fee. To register, visit our website at www.sbdc.uwf.edu and click on “Training & Events”. Presented by Matt Weber,
Florida SBDC Classes in Ft Walton for July
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Make Your Website Work For You” – Online Webinar PENSACOLA, FL — June 30, 2022 — Grow your business’s online presence! Join us for this virtual webinar on July 19 from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. to learn the best tips for launching or sprucing up your business website. Discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports their goals. No fee. To register, visit our website at www.sbdc.uwf.edu and click on “Training & Events”. Presented by Matt Weber,
Davis Family and Jewelers Trade Shop Donate $100,000 to Baptist Health Care Foundation
PENSACOLA, Fla. (June 28, 2022) – The Davis family and Jewelers Trade Shop have committed a $100,000 gift to Baptist Health Care Foundation. The Foundation will name the imaging/cardiology waiting area, which is located on the first floor of the new Baptist Hospital campus, in honor of the Davis family for this gift. The new campus, currently under construction at I-110 and Brent Lane, is scheduled to open in fall 2023. “We love being able to support this community the way this community has supported
Baptist Health Care Offers Women’s Center Prenatal Education Classes in July
PENSACOLA, Fla. (June 28, 2022) – Baptist Health Care will offer the following Women’s Center prenatal classes in July. Registration is required. Location information will be provided upon registration. To register, visit easyschedule.com or call 850.434.4567. Prepared Childbirth Monday-Thursday, July 11-14 6 to 8:30 p.m. $90 per series Baptist Birth Experience Friday, July 15 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Free Sibling Class Wednesday, July 20 4 to 5:30 p.m. $10 per child
Baptist Health Care Offers Support Groups in July 2022
PENSACOLA, Fla. (June 28, 2022) – Baptist Health Care will offer the following support group meetings in July to help enhance quality of life throughout the Pensacola community. More information, including location details, is available by calling the phone number provided for each meeting. Weight-Loss Surgery Support Group Tuesday, July 12, noon to 1 p.m. Register in advance by calling Weight-Loss Support at 850.437.8746. Patient and Family Cancer Support Group Tuesday, July 12, 4 to 5
Baptist Health Care Offers Wellness Education Seminars in July 2022
PENSACOLA, Fla. (June 28, 2022) – Baptist Health Care will offer the following wellness education seminars in July. Attendance is free, but registration is required. To register, visit ebaptisthealthcare.org/events. For more information, call 850.469.7897. Bowel Obstructions in AdultsWednesday, July 13, noon to 1 p.m. Light lunch served at 11:30 a.m.Seth Vernon, M.D., FACS, RPVI, General Surgeon, Baptist Medical Group—General SurgeryBaptist Towers Medical Meeting Rooms, 1717 North E St., Avery Street
Publix Employee Wins New Kia from United Way of West Florida
Pensacola, FL – Melissa Hall thought she was in trouble when her supervisor wanted to talk to her. Instead, she found out she had just won a new Kia Soul from United Way of West Florida. “I really wanted to throw up,” said Melissa. “I was very, very shocked. Very surprised.” Melissa works in the produce department at the Tiger Point Publix. She’s worked there since 2017 and has given to United Way of West Florida since she started. “I’ve had several people I know use United Way,” said Melissa.
Baptist Heart & Vascular Institute Names Matt Wilson Cardiopulmonary Rehab Manager
PENSACOLA, Fla. (June 22, 2022) – Baptist Heart & Vascular Institute has named Matt Wilson cardiopulmonary rehabilitation manager. In his new role, Wilson will be responsible for the administration, clinical planning, development, staffing and operations of the Baptist cardiopulmonary rehab center while bringing innovations to the program that will increase services provided and improve patient access. Wilson graduated summa cum laude from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama with bachelor’s
Walton Area Chamber of Commerce Seeks Speakers for 2022 Annual Symposium, “The Next BIG Thing”
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (June 23, 2022) – The Walton Area Chamber of Commerce will host “The Next BIG Thing” on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa and is seeking speakers for this year’s event. The Walton Area Chamber of Commerce is looking for experts in topics such as leadership, entrepreneurship, women in business, and women empowerment to speak at the annual symposium. Those interested in being featured must fill out an application no later than Monday, August 1,
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Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Starting a Business” – Gulf Breeze 6.17.2022
PENSACOLA, FL — June 17, 2022 — Have an idea for a business, but not sure where to start? Take the first step with the Florida SBDC’s “Starting a Business” workshop on July 6 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. In this workshop, we will discuss the fundamentals of launching your new venture, including how to determine feasibility and legal structures, licensing and permitting, funding options for your business and basic marketing strategies to help you get started! Location: Gulf Breeze Chamber of Commerce, 3044 Gulf
Baptist Medical Group – Urgent Care Welcomes Audra Dust, PA-C
PENSACOLA, Fla. (June 14, 2022) – Baptist Medical Group is pleased to welcome board-certified physician assistant Audra Dust to its multispecialty physician network. Dust specializes in urgent care and offers quality, convenient treatment to patients at Baptist Urgent Care.Dust earned her Bachelor of Science in biological sciences with minors in chemistry and Spanish from Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois. She received her Master of Science in physician assistant studies from Indiana State
Gulf Islands National Seashore Invites the Public and Partners to Participate in Listening Sessions
Gulf Breeze, FL. – The Department of the Interior (DOI) seeks to identify opportunities for improvement in law enforcement programs of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service Law Enforcement Ranger Program and the United States Park Police, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Office of Law Enforcement and the National Wildlife Refuge System Law Enforcement, and the Bureau of Reclamation. The feedback you share on your experience with DOI law enforcement can inform
Florida Procurement Technical Assistance Center presents “Government Contracting 101” Online Webinar
PENSACOLA, FL — June 13, 2022 — The Florida PTAC at UWF offers a workshop entitled “Government Contracting 101” on July 13 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Government Contracting 101 will provide you with the basics of what you need to know to prepare for entering the federal government market by:· learning the procurement process and how to register· discovering how to market your business to the federal government· understanding the requirements for certification of small, disadvantaged, women, veteran, and
Baptist Health Care Names New Director for Revenue Cycle Operations
PENSACOLA, Fla. (June 15, 2022) – Baptist Health Care has named Ashlee Hudnall director of revenue cycle operations. Hudnall earned a Bachelor of Science degree in health care administration from the University of West Florida in Pensacola and earned her Master of Business Administration from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. She joined the Baptist team 15 years ago and has served in a variety of roles including as the first revenue cycle quality improvement manager, a senior analyst for the
MEDICAL CENTER CLINIC WELCOMES MOLLY HARMAN, AUD, CCC-A, F-AAA, TO THE HEARING CENTER
PENSACOLA, FL, June 6, 2022: Medical Center Clinic would like to welcome Molly Harman, AuD, CCC-A, F-AAA, to The Hearing Center. Dr. Harman obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Hearing and Speech Sciences from University of Maryland, College Park, MD, and went on to obtain her Clinical Doctorate of Audiology from East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, TN. She has gained professional experience as an audiologist at Baptist ENT Specialists in Jacksonville, FL. The Hearing Center comprises highly
Whiskey Joe’s Bar and Grill Opens Fifth Location on Pensacola Beach
PENSACOLA BEACH, Fla. (June 6, 2022) – Specialty Restaurants (SRC) has officially opened their newest and fifth Whiskey Joe’s Bar and Grill restaurant, situated on Pensacola Beach. Located at 400 Quietwater Beach Road, at the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk, Whiskey Joe’s is a casual, waterfront beach bar known for its “Floribbean” inspired cuisine, tropical libations, and relaxed island vibes. The Whiskey Joe’s brand can be found throughout the state of Florida with additional locations in Miami, Ellenton,
Clark Partington Wins First-Ever Battle of the Barristers
Pensacola, FL – Clark Partington took home the trophy at United Way of West Florida’s Battle of the Barristers. The event tested the knowledge of members of the firm during a trivia contest at Odd Colony. Clark Partington’s “Super Troupers” beat out teams from Beggs & Lane, Autumn Beck Blackledge PLLC, Carver Darden, and Moorhead Law Group. “Clark Partington is always proud to partner with United Way and supports its mission in our northwest Florida community,” said Clark Partington team captain,
Knowing When It's Time to Leave the Negotiating Table
You can't win every contract negotiation. While ideally you'd figure out a deal can't be reached early on, sometimes even promising negotiations can go south. It might hurt to throw all that work away and start anew, but it's important to always be vigilant for signs of a bad deal and to back out if necessary.When It's Time to Walk If you suspect a deal won't turn out well for you, analyze its pros and cons. Would sticking it through hurt your business to the extent that not entering into the contract in
