ANNUAL REPORT to the COMMUNITY

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1 ANNUAL REPORT to the COMMUNITY Supplement to The Planter, August 9 and The Apopka Chief, August 10, 2018 EXECUTIVE Trustees Partners Anuvia Plant Nutrients CenturyLink Dealer Services Electronic Locksmith FASTSIGNS, Apopka/Altamonte Gray Robinson (Attorneys at Law) iberiabank, Apopka McLeod Law Firm Sam s Club, Apopka The Coca-Cola Company University of Central Florida

2 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 2 Chairman s letter...3 Table of contents New Chamber members...32 President s letter...3 Benefits of Chamber...3 Chamber officers, directors...4, 7 Membership list...5, 11, 16, 27, 30,... 35, 41, 47, 52, 55 Reasons for Chamber membership...8 Chamber accomplishments...13 Ribbon cutting pictures...21 Leadership Apopka...37 Chamber committees...37 Chamber events...40 Golf tournament pictures...42 Business After Hours...42 List of ambassadors...42 Ambassadors pictures...51 Chamber event pictures...51 INDEX OF ADVERTISERS A & C Printing A Book s Academy A Current Installation... 8 All Transmission World AOK Tiremart Apopka Chief, The & The Planter Apopka High School Apopka Museum & Historical Society Apopka Office Supply Associates in Dermatology Baptiste Orthodontics... 6 Bow Wow Resort Burn Fat Orlando, Dr. Patrick St. Germain.. 43 CFE Federal Credit Union Cobblestone Insurance Agency Community Health Centers Executive Trustees...Front Cover FastSigns First National Bank of Mount Dora Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka GE Protection Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs Homewise Realty, Varsha Patel J&K Automotive, Inc Kat s Vine & Tap Lake Apopka Natural Gas District... 9 Lewis Roofing Loaves & Fishes Master Muffler & Brake Centers McDonald s McLeod Law Firm Metro Health Momentum Music Group Nelson s Insurance Orange County Sheriff s Office Orlando Foot & Ankle Clinic Petrilli, Richard DMD, PA Schroeder Dental Group Seacoast Bank Shelly s Septic Tanks... 8 St Germain Chiropractic Clinic Supporting Partners...Front Cover The Back Room Steakhouse Trinity Christian School Uptown Barbers Victory Church World Outreach Center Vista Landfill, LLC Wekiva High School... 46

3 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 3 Dear Residents and Friends of the Apopka Area Community, It s hard to believe that nearly one year ago, I was humbled by the amazing opportunity to lead the premier business organization for one of the fastest-growing communities in Central Florida, both in business commerce and residential development. As the new President of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, I have truly enjoyed meeting so many of you and I m grateful for the chance to share my skills and vision with the Board of Directors and our membership. We ve had tremendous success over the past year, including a significant increase in new and returning members, several new mission-driven events with measurable outcomes, and an important emphasis on creating a more robust and effective organization moving forward. Additionally, with Apopka now the second-largest city in Orange County after Orlando, we ve been charged with implementing the Chamber s new mission, which includes serving the economic development, prosperity, and sustainability of our community and region through connectivity, leadership, education and support. In closing, the Apopka area is a wonderful place to grow your business and every day I m excited about the continued opportunity to meet the expanding business needs of this rapidly growing community. By creating a pro-business environment that supports and champions local businesses, while focusing on economic development, business development and job growth, we can make the Apopka area the most attractive place to live, work and raise a family. On behalf of the team here at the Chamber, we look forward to seeing each of you soon, and we appreciate your continuous support! Best Regards, Robert J. Agrusa President Benefits of Chamber membership The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce is the leading advocate of economic growth on behalf of the rapidly growing businesses in Northwest Orange County. By working in partnership with the city of Apopka, Orange County, and the Orlando Economic Partnership, our goal is to encourage investment in the Apopka area. Our Chamber and its members work to create an environment that supports business development, job growth, and champions local business. With over 440 business members who also support this mission, you ll have an opportunity to be promoted to over 1,500 addresses in our database! Membership in the chamber offers a vast array of benefits with each package, from core offerings to trustee tier investments. As a member of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, benefits you may receive are: Access to 24 complimentary networking opportunities (throughout the year) including our monthly Breakfast & Learn - Morning Mingles and Business After Hours; Advocacy for Pro-Business initiatives and issues that impact our member businesses and community at local, state and federal levels; Business credibility and direct referrals to our Chamber members; Listing on our Website directory, customizable company profile, enhanced listing features, ad space, member to See BENEFITS Page 8 Dear Residents and Friends of the Apopka Area Community, On behalf of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce board and membership, I would like to thank our outgoing Chair Deborah Perez for her visionary leadership this past year. She has set the bar high for what it means to fill this role. Under her term, the chamber has grown stronger and is well positioned to do big things that will have a positive impact on the community. Thank you, Deborah! I m honored to continue working together as we move forward. Please join me in offering our sincere appreciation to outgoing board members Heather Baker, David Rankin, Pam Dionne, and Ray McLeod for their many years of selfless volunteer leadership. These are just a few of the many individuals that have helped build the foundation of which I am privileged to continue helping shape. I continue to be inspired and energized by our dedicated staff, ambassadors and volunteer leaders who generously offer their leadership and service to help us build a prosperous and sustainable Chamber. I d like to share a bit more about some of the exciting things planned for this year, none of which would be possible without the wonderful support of our community. Over the past several months, I have had the pleasure of working with several board members on a strategic committee to outline our goals for this year and beyond. I m a firm believer that when you get individuals focused on a shared vision, guided by core values, and clarity of intention, big things happen. During this intense process, with feedback and input from our board and members, we have developed a clear plan of action for the next months and to ensure our continued success in future years. To sum up our purpose in three words, we are here to Lead, Connect, and Serve. My hope as I enter this new role is that I can step up and exemplify these values. As I close out this letter I would like to ask three things of you: * Always let us know how we are doing. * Let me know if you would like to be more actively involved. * Help us build a prosperous and sustainable community. Thank you for this opportunity, and I look forward to seeing you at one of our events soon. Sincerely, Ken Croston Jr. Chair Dozens of Realtors from the area took a trip around Apopka, visiting the new Florida Hospital Apopka, courtesy of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce.

4 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 4 Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Ken Croston, Chairman World Class Installations Deborah Perez, Immediate Past Chair District Manager, Vista Landfill, LLC Tim Cook, Chairman-Elect Florida Hospital Apopka Frances Portalatin, Treasurer AVP/Small Business Banker Alan Byrd, Secretary Owner, Alan Byrd & Associates Rick Parks Site Manager UCF Business Incubator, Apopka Natalie Arrowsmith Arrowsmith Realty, Inc. Doug Bankson Founder, Senior Pastor Victory Church World Outreach Center Eric Bennett General Manager, Flavor Manufacturing, Apopka, The Coca-Cola Co. Stephanie Colwell Orlando Health Debbie Clements Duke Energy Shannon Costello A&C Printing Jim Hitt City of Apopka Hollis Kendall Hollis Kendall Agency & Southern Safety Services Wendy Kurtz President, Founder, Elizabeth Charles & Associates, LLC Steven Lockhart FINFROCK Robert Manley Retired, Apopka Police Department Debbie Nelson Nelson s Insurance Services More directors pictures are on page 7

5 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 5 Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce membership list ACCESS CONTROL A Abra Key Dabra Locksmith 22 W. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Liberty Locksmiths & Security Products, Inc. 541 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) ACCOUNTANT Abacus Accounting LLC 2941 West SR 434 Ste 400 Longwood, FL PH: (321) FX: (888) Brummer & Rogers, P.A. P.O. Box 758 PH: (407) FX: (407) Deviese, Steven R., C.P.A., P.A. P.O. Box 103 PH: (407) FX: (407) Lareau & Lareau CPA s PA P.O. Box 1348 PH: (407) FX: (407) ADMINISTRATIVE & BOOKKEEPING Professional Executive Services 1655 E. Semoran Blvd. #4 PH: (407) FX: (407) ADVERTISING Apopka Chief and Planter, The P.O. Box 880 PH: (407) FX: (407) Apopka Voice 325 South McGee PH: (407) Motitude Media P.O. Box 608 Plymouth, FL PH: (407) AERATION Evergreen 1200 Tilden Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) AGRICULTURE & LANDSCAPING Dewar Nurseries, Inc. 625 W. Keene Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) AIR CONDITIONING Air Conditioning Online, Inc Forest City Road Ste. B Orlando, FL PH: (407) Brite Electric Air Conditioning & Heating 2036 Sprint Blvd. #11 PH: (407) FX: (407) Cee Bee Air Systems, Inc Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Harris Oil & Air Conditioning US Hwy. 441 Mt. Dora, FL PH: (800) FX: (352) AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING Brite Electric Air Conditioning & Heating 2036 Sprint Blvd. #11 PH: (407) FX: (407) Cee Bee Air Systems, Inc Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) ANIMAL REMOVAL All Seasons Pest Control 435 W. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) APARTMENT COMPLEX Marden Ridge Apartments 1595 Marden Ridge Loop PH: (407) FX: (407) The Oasis at Wekiva 518 Lake Bridge Lane PH: (407) FX: (407) Vernadahs at Hunt Club Apartments 3000 Foxhill Circle PH: (407) FX: (407) Willow Lake Apartments 500 Monica Rose Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) AQUACULTURE Pentair Aquatic Eco Systems 2395 Apopka Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) AQUARIUM SUPPLIES & SERVICE Sea Life Aquarium & Reptiles 174 Semoran Commerce Pl. #A101 PH: (407) ARCHITECT Rhodes & Brito Architects 605 East Robinson Street, Suite 750 Orlando, FL PH: (407) ASPHALT TREATMENTS Reliable Pavement Maintenance, Inc Jujube Dr. Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY Brookdale at Wekiwa Springs 203 S. Wekiwa Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Florida Living Nursing Ctr E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Wellsprings Residence 700 E. Welch Road PH: (407) FX: (407) ASSOCIATE MEMBER Gene Knight 719 E. Orange Street PH: (407) Howard, Marshall P.O. Box 751 PH: (407) Orange County Sheriff Office P.O. Box 1440 Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Orange County Sheriff Office 1111 N. Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT Specialty Management Company of Central Florida 882 Jackson Ave. Winter Park, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) ASSOCIATION-HOMEOWNERS Surrey Park Owners Assoc., Inc Windsor Oak Dr. PH: (407) ATTORNEY Brian Furgala, P.A Ponkan Meadow Drive PH: (407) GrayRobinson P.O. Box 3068 Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) McLeod Law Firm 48 East Main Street PH: (407) FX: (407) Roper & Roper, PA 116 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Vose Law Firm, LLP 324 W. Morse Blvd. Winter Park, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) AUDIOLOGY Central Florida Audiology 1120 Semoran Blvd PH: (407) FX: (407) AUTO BODY REPAIR Bells Body Works, Inc. 670 E Mason St. PH: (407) FX: (407) AUTO DETAILING Sweetwater Car Wash and Express Oil Change 1609 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) AUTO PAINTING Bells Body Works, Inc. 670 E Mason St. PH: (407) FX: (407) AUTO-PARTS & SUPPLIES NAPA Auto Parts, Glenn Joiner & Sons, Inc. 250 E. Third St. PH: (407) FX: (407) AUTOMOBILE-DEALER Mullinax Ford of Central Florida 1551 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) AUTOMOBILE-REPAIR All Transmission World 1150 E. Semoran Blvd. #B PH: (407) Havoline Express Lube 215 East Main Street PH: (407) J & K Automotive, Inc E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) Master Muffler & Brake Center 1000 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Mullinax Ford of Central Florida 1551 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Tuffy Auto Service 1675 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) AUTOMOBILE-USED CARS Tuffy Auto Service 1675 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) BAIL BONDS KJ s Bail Bonds 235 East 5th Street PH: (407) FX: (407) BAKERY Ricopan Bakery 2471 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) BANK 5/3 Bank 211 Edgewood Drive PH: (407) First National Bank of Mount Dora SR 46 Sorrento, FL PH: (352) Florida Community Bank 130 South Park Avenue PH: (407) FX: (407) IBERIABANK 1420 W. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Regions Bank 175 E. Welch Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Seacoast Bank 345 E. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Trustco Bank 1134 N. Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) BANQUET ROOM CPS Sportsplex, LLC 110 Athletes Row PH: (407) Highland Manor 604 E. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Hilton Altamonte Springs 350 S. Northlake Blvd. Altamonte Springs, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) BAR Taverna at Rock Springs Ridge 625 Rock Springs Blvd. PH: (407) BARBER SHOP Pillow Talk Hair Studio 995 West Orange Blossom Trail PH: (404) Uptown Barbers - D Brothers Inc Rock Springs Rd. PH: (321) BASE MANUFACTURING Coca-Cola 2501 W. Orange Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) BEAUTY Melaleuca Marketing Executive 824 Crepe Myrtle Circle PH: (407) BEAUTY SALON Colour Lab Salon & Spa, Inc. 410 E. Main St. PH: (407) BEAUTY/BARBER SUPPLIES Apopka Beauty & Barber Supply, Inc. 64 E. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) BIO SOLIDS HAULING & TREATMENT Shelley s Septic Tank, Inc 6505 West Jones Avenue Zellwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) BIOSOLIDS Anuvia Florida, LLC 6751 West Jones Avenue Zellwood, FL PH: (352) BOARDING - DOGS & CATS Bow Wow Resort 3468 E. Semoran Blvd PH: (407) FX: (407) BUILDER-NEW HOMES Park Square Homes 5200 Vineland Road Ste 200 Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) See LIST Page 11

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7 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 7 Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Theresa Mott Professional Executive Services John Ricketson The Apopka Chief, The Planter Jonathan VanPelt Sam s Club Shren Yeager Yeager State Farm Jeff Welch Rochelle Holdings Michelle Hinden Managing Attorney Nishad Khan P.L. Chris Dawson GrayRobinson P.A. Baptiste Orthodontics is proud to be expanding into the Apopka area. Dr. Andre Baptiste D.D.S. offers a range of options for his patients: traditional braces, clear and ceramic braces, Clear Correct, Invisalign, and Propel. Dr. Baptiste feels that each person s case is unique and requires a personalized treatment plan. He meets with each of his patients to determine what would work best for them, taking into account time, their special circumstances, and budget. Dr. Baptiste believes in offering convenient times and locations. He understands that orthodontic treatment is a big investment in money and time. With his three offices (Dr. Phillips, Orlando, and now in Apopka), patients are able to choose Brent Hill Director of Strategy & Planning CenturyLink Brian Furgala Senior Associate Gray Robinson, P.A. More directors pictures are on page 4 Baptiste Orthodontics is now in Apopka Baptiste Orthodontics Apopka location is at 12 S. Park Avenue. You may reach them at or visit them at com. an office that is convenient for them and the busy lives they lead. Baptiste Orthodontics offers braces for all ages. Dr. Baptiste has seen an increase in the number of adults who are getting braces. He recommends that parents start having a conversation with their child s dentist by age seven to determine if they will need braces and when. Dr. Baptiste requires that all his patients (no matter the age) first see their dentist to make sure their teeth and gums are healthy. Dr. Baptiste also prides himself in being a Partner in Education with Orange County Public Schools. Don t be surprised if you see him at one of the high school football games or teaching dental health classes in the elementary schools or participating in your school s fundraiser. Dr. Baptiste always finds more than one way to put smiles on people s faces.

8 Welcome to the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce! The mission of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce is to serve the economic development, prosperity, and sustainability of our community and region through connectivity, leadership, education and support. Our vision is to build a prosperous and sustainable community through leadership and service. Why join the Chamber? We are the voice of the Apopka business community. We provide leadership to influence the economic and governmental issues impacting our community, to foster growth, prosperity and sustainability for the business community of the greater Apopka area. We connect business and people. We provide a network of resources, opportunities and ideas to promote business success through partnerships, The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 8 There are many reasons to join Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce collaboration and credibility with our members and the greater Apopka community. We serve the businesses and people of our community. We act with integrity to bring a diversity of perspectives to promote and grow the visibility of our community, adapt to opportunities and provide trusted resources and support for our members. The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce is more than just a chamber, it is a collection of great organizations, great leaders and great staff focused on ensuring you meet the goals of your business while enhancing our broader community. Here are a few highlights of our chamber: * The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce has over four hundred and seventy members and continues to grow. * A board representing businesses of all sizes, from individual proprietors to Fortune 500 companies. * A staff focused on creating great events, developing membership involvement, building unique programs and focused on ROI. * A new structure of member benefits that are based on investment and goals, not member discounts, member to community discounts, social media links; Sponsorship and Advertising opportunities in print and online; Multiple ways to engage in popular events such as The Taste of Apopka, the Apopka Area Business Expo, Political Hob Nob & Straw Poll, Women in Business and Leadership, State of the City, Legislative Preview, the Golf Classic, Realtor Open House, Healthy just the size of your business. * A strong connection to the local and state government entities, such as the Florida Legislature, the city of Apopka, and Orange County. Benefits: Chamber has many events throughout the year to benefit members Continued from page 3 Bike Ride, and the Annual Chamber Business Awards; and Professional and community enrichment through our Leadership Apopka program and involvement opportunities in various committees. These are but a few reasons to partner with the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, but the best value of the membership is your proactive engagement. Come be a part of a dynamic environment that fosters relationships and growing your business through the power of networking! A Current Installation Electric, Inc. All Work Performed By Master Electrician License #ER Timothy MacLaughlin Master Electrician/Owner tmac1967@earthlink.net Residential & Commercial No Job Too Small 3347 Plymouth Sorrento Road Shelley s Septic Tanks Ain t No Smelly With Shelley Providing septic services and recycling for 28 years Specializing in Residential and Commercial From Septic Tank pump outs to Lift Stations. Locally owned and operated with Family Pride W. Jones Ave. Zellwood, FL THANK YOU APOPKA Hours: Monday - Friday 7AM - 5PM & Emergency Services Available After Hours

9 Natural gas is the right fuel for so many reasons. Here are ten of the best reasons. 1) IT S DOMESTIC Most of the natural gas we use is produced in the United States; therefore, America s energy dollars stay at home. 2) IT S DEPENDABLE - Natural gas is transported to your home through a reliable pipeline system. You won t have to worry about tanks or deliveries. Even after major hurricanes and floods, natural gas is usually still available. During power outages, customers supplied with natural gas will be able to continue cooking and taking hot showers until their electricity is restored. 3) IT S CONVENIENT - You simply cannot beat the convenience of a gas grill when compared to charcoal. And consider your natural gas fireplace. Light it up, enjoy the warmth and comfort and turn it off when you re done. What is missing? The mess, the odor left after the fire is out, and the job of replenishing the wood. And, you The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 9 It s only Natural - 10 Reasons to use Natural Gas pay for natural gas after you use it - not before. 4) IT S VERSATILE - Natural gas is ideal for space and water heating, fireplaces (indoor and outdoor), cooking, barbecuing, clothes drying, lighting, generators and other uses. 5) IT S CLEAN - In fact, natural gas is the cleanest burning of all fossil fuels. When it burns, the only by-products are water vapor and trace amounts of inert elements. That s important. 6) IT S SPACE SAVING - With natural gas, there s no fuel storage tank. 7) IT S ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY You ll have no worries about environmental damage from spills or leaks. And, as we stated above, it is the cleanest burning of all fossil fuels. 8) IT S A GOOD INVESTMENT - The availability of natural gas often results in higher resale value of homes. Consider the sense of luxury provided by natural gas appliances such as gas fireplaces, spa or pool heaters, generators, gas lights and tankless water heaters. Nothing else can compare! 9) IT S PLENTIFUL - Natural gas reserves in the United States are abundant - no costly fuel to import from foreign countries. 10) IT S ECONOMICAL - Over time, natural gas has proven to be the least expensive way to heat homes, heat water and cook. As a matter of fact, studies have shown that natural gas is twice as efficient as electricity - and cheaper. Now that s a great combination!

10 McLeod L A W F I R M The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 10 McLeod Law Firm celebrates 67 years of service in the Apopka community Waiting to solve legal problems are, (l-r), Raymond A. McLeod and William J. McLeod. Est Office Address: 48 E. Main Street, Apopka, Florida Mailing Address: P.O. Box 950, Phone: Fax: Website: William J. McLeod, Esquire Raymond A. McLeod, Esquire Attorneys At Law Voted #1 Law Firm in Apopka 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, & 2017! Proud to be Celebrating 67 Years of Service in Apopka The McLeod Law Firm was established in 1951 by the late Johnie A. McLeod ( Johnie ) when he returned from law school to his hometown of Apopka. In 1952, Johnie was elected Justice of the Peace and served in that position until 1968, and he also served as City Attorney for Apopka. Johnie remained active at First Baptist Church of Apopka, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, the Apopka Rotary Club, VFW, Orange Lodge No. 36, Scottish Rite, Bahia Shrine, and the American Legion until he passed away in 2003 at Florida Supreme Court Circuit Civil Mediators Corporate Business Organizations Governmental Family Real Property Estate Planning Probate Civil Litigation The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. the age of 82. In 1981, Johnie s sons Raymond A. McLeod ( Raymond ) and William J. McLeod ( William ) began practicing law with Johnie as the McLeod Law Firm, which continues today. The McLeod Law Firm believes in a traditional hands on practice, as the attorneys and staff work hand-in-hand with clients to resolve their issues and disputes, and are proud to have many long-time client relationships, both individuals and businesses. William practices primarily in the areas of probate and estate planning, governmental, civil litigation, family, and real property law. William is admitted to practice before all Florida state courts, Middle District of Florida, and the U.S. Supreme Court. William received his B.A. from the University of Central Florida and J.D. from Stetson University. In the community, Bill is a facilitator for the Community Juvenile Restorative Justice Program, has been certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Circuit Court Mediator, and is a member of Orange Lodge No. 36. Raymond practices primarily in the areas of corporate/business organization, civil litigation, and family law. Raymond is admitted to practice before all Florida state courts, Middle District of Florida, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Ray received his B.A. from Stetson University and J.D. from Mississippi College School of Law. In the community, Raymond is a facilitator for the Community Juvenile Restorative Justice Program, has been certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Circuit Court Mediator, and is a member of Orange Lodge No. 36, Scottish Rite, and Bahia Shrine Temple. Raymond is a Past President and currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, is General Counsel for the Miss Florida Scholarship Pageant, and President of the Sunshine State Scholarship Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) charity. For more information, please call or visit The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

11 BUSINESS CONSULTING Vaco Orlando, LLC 485 North Keller Road Suite 451 Maitland, FL PH: (321) FX: (407) BUSINESS CREDIT Legacy Credit Firm 943 Berry Leaf Ct. PH: (888) FX: (888) BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Ronin Leadership 636 Grampian Ct. PH: (407) FX: (407) BUSINESS FUNDING Legacy Credit Firm 943 Berry Leaf Ct. PH: (888) FX: (888) CABLE Spectrum 485 N. Keller Rd., Suite 100 Maitland, FL PH: (407) CAR WASH Sweetwater Car Wash and Express Oil Change 1609 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) CARPET & TILE CLEANING Servpro Apopka/Wekiva 1251 Seminola Blvd. Casselberry, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) CARPET CLEANING SERVICE Stanley Steemer Carpet Cleaner 1757 Benbow Court PH: (407) FX: (407) Swift Dry Carpet Cleaning 103 Stonebridge Dr. Longwood, FL PH: (407) CATERING A Moveable Feast 3601 Vineland Road Orlando, FL PH: (407) Beef O Brady s 1410 N. Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Caffe Positano 3030 E. Semoran Blvd #108 PH: (407) Chick-Fil-A at Hunt Club 3050 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Edible Arrangements 2424 East Semoran Blvd Apopka, FL PH: (407) Firehouse Subs 1608 W. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Firehouse Subs, Hwy E. SR 436, #1013 PH: (407) FX: (407) Highland Manor 604 E. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Hurricane Grill & Wings 2209 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) Imagine That Food Consultants PH: (407) Kelmin Products Inc General Electric Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Panera Bread 1538 W. O.B.T. PH: (407) Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 989 West Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) Porkie s Original BBQ 256 E. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Sonny s BBQ 2210 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Tijuana Flats Tex-Mex 1099 West Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Apopka 3030 East Semoran Blvd Suite 232 PH: (407) Cellular Phone Repairs UBREAKIFIX 2107 East Semoran Blvd. Unit B PH: (407) CELLULAR PHONES Cellular Sales 1070 State Road 436 Casselberry, FL PH: (321) FX: (407) The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 11 List: More of membership list of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Continued from page 5 CEMETERY Highland Memory Gardens 3329 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Woodlawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Rd. Gotha, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) CHARTER SCHOOL Sheeler High School 871 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) CHILDCARE Daydreams Child Development Center 204 S. Central Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Kiddie Academy of Apopka 2334 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) Learning Tree Academy 340 E. Votaw Rd. PH: (407) Little Sprouts Day Academy 509 South Park Avenue PH: (407) FX: (407) CHIROPRACTIC Injury Health & Wellness 316 S. Central Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) CHRISTIAN SCHOOL A Book s Christian Academy 1001 Roger Williams Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Apopka Christian Academy 509 South Park Avenue PH: (407) FX: (407) Trinity Christian School 1022 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) CHURCH Apopka Assembly of God 951 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Calvary Nazarene 750 S. Roger Williams Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Episcopal Church of Holy Spirit 601 S. Highland PH: (407) FX: (407) First United Methodist Church 201 S. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Freedom Ministries Church, Inc Old Apopka Rd. PH: (407) Grace Pointe Church 2051 West Lester Road PH: (407) Graceworx Community Church 9635 Bear Lake Road PH: (386) Journey Christian Church 1965 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Remnant Christian Center 425 North Park Avenue PH: (321) St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 834 South Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) St. Paul Lutheran Church 261 S. McGee Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Victory Church World Outreach Center 509 S.Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) CLEANING Kim s Cleaning Service 238 Wekiva Pointe Circle PH: (407) CLEANING PRODUCTS Melaleuca Marketing Executive 824 Crepe Myrtle Circle PH: (407) CLUB/ORGANIZATION Apopka Rotary Club P.O. Box 7 PH: (407) Apopka Woman s Club, Inc. P.O. Box 336 PH: (321) Apopka/Altamonte Springs VFW Post P.O. Box 912 PH: (407) Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka, Inc. P.O. Box 718 PH: (407) Northwest Orange Republican Women Federation P.O. Box 56 PH: (407) Zellwood Station RedCaps PO Box 782 Zellwood, FL PH: (304) COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES OCPS Tech Center - Westside Campus 955 East Story Road Winter Garden, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Seminole State College 850 S SR 434 Altamonte Springs, FL PH: (407) UF/IFAS/Mid Florida Research & Education Ctr Binion Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) University of Central Florida 36 W. Pine St. #106 Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Valencia College PO Box 3028 Orlando, FL PH: (407) COLLISION REPAIR Bells Body Works, Inc. 670 E Mason St. PH: (407) FX: (407) COMMERCIAL CLEANING Kim s Cleaning Service 238 Wekiva Pointe Circle PH: (407) COMMERCIAL IRRIGATION Omegascapes, Inc th Street Orlando, FL PH: (407) COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPING Omegascapes, Inc th Street Orlando, FL PH: (407) COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT Specialty Management Company of Central Florida 882 Jackson Ave. Winter Park, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) COMPOST Shelley s Septic Tank, Inc 6505 West Jones Avenue Zellwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) COMPUTER SERVICES PC Geeks 2 Go 2465 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (321) UBREAKIFIX 2107 East Semoran Blvd. Unit B PH: (407) CONCEALED WEAPONS/ HANDGUN SAFETY Hollis Kendall Agency 235 East 5th Street PH: (407) CONSTRUCTION-COMMERCIAL Accutech Construction, Inc 2258 Apopka BoulevardSuite 200 PH: (407) FX: (407) Clancy & Theys Construction Company 7308 Greenbriar Parkway Orlando, FL PH: (407) Hosanna Building Contractors, Inc. 278 Semoran Commerce Place PH: (407) FX: (407) Kenpat 516 Cooper Commerce Drive Suite 200b PH: (407) FX: (407) Southland Construction, Inc. P.O. Box 2389 PH: (407) FX: (407) CONSTRUCTION-GREENHOUSE & SUPPLIES Imperial Builders & Supply, Inc General Electric Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) CONSTRUCTION- MANUFACTURING Finfrock 2400 Apopka Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) See LIST Page 16

12 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 12 How you can help: Food drive Financially BOGO (Buy One Give One) Thanksgiving Turkeys Christmas: New toys Toiletry/Cleaning supplies/ linens/kitchen items WE OFFER ASSISTANCE WITH Food Baby Items Household Items Toiletries Prescriptions HOURS OF OPERATION Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. 2:30 p.m. 206 East 8th Street,

13 Taking a look back at what the Chamber did over the past year It is said that all great businesses evaluate their successes and challenges each year, in order to ensure that they are fulfilling their mission and achieving the goals and objectives that they set for themselves. This review helps us in the strategic planning for the coming year, as well determining our longterm goals. Our new mission is to serve the economic development, prosperity, and sustainability of our community and region through connectivity, leadership, education and support. So, let s break that mission statement down into the components and see how we did: The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 13 ACCOMPLISHMENTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT * Apopka Area Chamber was represented on the Board of Directors for the Orlando Economic Partnership, which helped our community by establishing connections to key leaders in economic development in Central Florida. Plus, it gave us a role in the economic future of our region. * Coordinated multiple tours of the economic development drivers of our community including the City Center Development, New Florida Hospital See year Page 14 Loaves & Fishes was founded in 1984 in Apopka to help those affected by two devastating freezes. Since that time, they ve learned there are many reasons why families or individuals need a helping hand. They provide a weekly supplemental food box for qualified, lowincome families or individuals. Loaves & Fishes is a non-profit, non-denominational Christian mission, serving a nine-zip-code area. In addition to food, they also provide toiletry, household, and baby items once a month. All that they do is accomplished through God s wonderful grace and donations from local churches, schools, businesses, organizations, and individuals no government funding is received. Each year, over 17,000 food boxes are distributed to over 37,000 individuals. Each month, approximately 33,000 food/toiletry items are given out. At Thanksgiving, they supply families with a turkey and traditional food items. At Christmas, families receive a holiday food box, a tin of chocolates, a gift card, and new toys to over 800 children. You can help them by having a food drive, giving financially, donating toiletry/cleaning supplies/ linens/kitchen items, pledging a turkey for Thanksgiving, donating a new toy for Christmas, or remembering them when you see a BOGO at the grocery store. They could not do everything they do without their 125 loving and caring volunteers. They believe anyone can find himself or herself in need and they re here to serve. Loaves & Fishes is located at 206 E. 8th Street in Apopka. Their hours The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce hosted Apopka Open House that gave Realtors and others a half-day tour of the Apopka area. Loaves & Fishes has been serving the needs in the Apopka community since 1984 Loaves & Fishes is open Monday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. of operation are Monday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. To donate online or learn more about their services, visit their website at com.

14 Apopka, Binion Road Property, New Waste Water Treatment Facility, Kelly Park Crossings, Northwest Recreation Complex, Existing Florida Hospital Apopka, and the Orlando Apopka Airport for key business development staff at the Orlando Economic Partnership, Orange County Staff and Elected Officials. * Hosted an event called Apopka Open House, which attracted Realtors and real estate professionals from areas outside Apopka for a half-day bus tour of the jewels of our community including several new housing communities. The event helped to educate those who do not have much experience or knowledge of our community. * The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce attended Orange County The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 14 Year: Apopka Chamber grew by 95 new members over previous year Continued from page 13 THE HOME IMPROVEMENT DEBRIS? BAGSTER BAG Mayor Teresa Jacobs s final State of the County Address and the Orange County Economic Summit. PROSPERITY AND SUSTAINABILITY * Chamber membership grew by 95 members over the fiscal year Total membership reached a peak of 476 throughout the year with a new Executive Trustee, Orlando Health, rejoining the Chamber. More Chamber members mean more members to network with and develop business relationships that can grow into increased business opportunities. * We increased our social media presence by over 26 percent since July * We exceeded our new membership revenue goals by 62 percent. * We decreased our annual expenses CAN TAKE IT ON For collection, yellow lifting straps must be able to connect above the bag. BAGSTER DUMPSTER IN A BAG Find a Apopka Retailer at or call BAGS (2247) Coupon code for $10 off one Bagster collection: From renovations to restorations, the BAGSTER bag helps keep your cleanup under control. It s perfect for: Renovations & remodeling Home & garage cleanup Window & fence replacement Roofing projects It s As Easy As BUY. FILL. GONE. Buy one at your local home improvement store, fill it up, then schedule and pay for a collection from Waste Management and it s GONE! The Apopka Area Hob Nob and Straw Poll was the most successful event from a revenue standpoint for the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce. by more than 7 percent. * Our 2018 Apopka Area Hob Nob and Straw Poll was our most successful event of the year with a 63 percent increase in revenue. * We finished the fiscal year with a 12 percent increase in our grand total net income (of our events), compared to fiscal year * We finished the fiscal year with a 49 percent decrease in our grand total expenses (of our events), compared to fiscal year * Our four new events including the Legislative Preview, the city of Apopka Mayoral Debate, Women in Business and Leadership and the Apopka Area Business Expo, resulted in 21 percent of our grand total net profit on our events for the year. CONNECTIVITY * Chamber Ambassadors and Board Members have participated in 28 Grand Openings/Ribbon Cuttings for new businesses and new Chamber members in our community. * We have doubled our Chamber Ambassadors to a total of 33 Ambassadors. Each of our Ambassadors are now participating in all Chamber events including ribbon cuttings, grand openings, Business After Hours and other events. Our Ambassadors are the hosts and greeters at events and mentors for new members. Their knowledge of the other businesses in the Chamber help them connect new members to existing members that can lead to new business opportunities. * With nearly 50 restaurants and business vendors participating in the 12th annual Taste of Apopka, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed more than 800 guests who came to sample food and beverage selections and to raise funds in support of the community s local restaurants and vendors that were affected by Hurricane Irma. * On March 2, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce hosted our 2018 Golf Classic, a signature event of the Chamber. We had nearly 100 players and all of the attendees See YEAR Page 17

15 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 15 Auto accident? In pain? Then don t hesitate. Call St. Germain! Dr. Patrick St. Germain, Director of St. Germain Chiropractic in Apopka, is a leader in the treatment of auto accident victims, weight loss, diabetes, and other metabolic diseases using natural solutions. He has lectured professionals from all disciplines -- chiropractors, medical doctors, and dentists -- on the consequences of ignoring trauma from auto accidents. And many people have called upon him as their expert for care and treatment of their injuries and feel comfortable with his passion to help them in their most trying time of need. The best way to take care of the pain and suffering involved after an accident, and protect yourself from the problems that often occur later in life from auto accidents is to get checked immediately after the accident. Studies have shown that injuries can have consequences on a person s health even ten years after the accident. And by that time, it is too late to make any lasting corrections to the body to take care of those problems. One of the biggest misunderstandings drivers have is that if they are involved in a crash and if there is little or no damage to the vehicle, there is no damage to their bodies. Many studies have shown the opposite to be true. The occupants will absorb the full impact of the collision, which many times is when the vehicle comes to a sudden and dramatic stop. This is when injuries to the spine occur. Patients seeking help at Dr. St. Germain s office will first come in for an evaluation, which includes an examination that may include x-rays, to look for abnormalities in the curve Voted #1 Chiropractor in Best of Apopka, Dr. St. Germain is an endorsed leader in the treatment of auto accident victims since of the spine and also to look for misaligned vertebrae. A course of treatment will be recommended. He will target and treat the source of pain, which may include advising or coordinating with other doctors to achieve the best results. All patients are different and all receive care specific to their health problem. Dr. St. Germain works with patients through every step of care to ensure that they receive the most thorough and professional care and attention available. To schedule an appointment, please call His clinic is located at 877 S. Orange Blossom Trail in Apopka. He is there Monday through Saturday. The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus. Bruce Lee

16 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 16 List: More of membership list of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Continued from page 11 CONSTRUCTION-PAVEMENT Reliable Pavement Maintenance, Inc Jujube Dr. Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) CONSTRUCTION-RESIDENTIAL Homes in Partnership P.O. Box 761 PH: (407) FX: (407) Park Square Homes 5200 Vineland Road Ste 200 Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) RL Gordon & Company Inc. 7 West Main Street, Suite 1000 PH: (407) CONSULTING Cinq Recruitment LLC 325 South McGee Avenue PH: (855) CONTRACTOR-BUILDER Sarmo Construction, Inc Rock Springs Rd. Ste.#16 PH: (407) FX: (407) CONTRACTOR-ROOFING Sarmo Construction, Inc Rock Springs Rd. Ste.#16 PH: (407) FX: (407) CORPORATE RELOCATION Re/Max Touchstone 515 N. Park Ave Ste.103 PH: (407) FX: (866) CORPORATE TRAVEL ATEC TRAVEL 528 Strathclyde Ct. PH: (407) FX: (407) COUNSELING Apopka Pregnancy Care Center 2434 Old Dixie Highway PH: (321) Central Florida Recovery Centers- Om to Home 1124 South Park Avenue PH: (321) COUNTRY CLUB Zellwood Station Co-op 2126 Spillman Dr. Zellwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) CREDIT CARD PROCESSING First Card Merchant Services 1317 Branch Hill Ct. PH: (407) FX: (407) CREDIT REPAIR Legacy Credit Firm 943 Berry Leaf Ct. PH: (888) FX: (888) CREDIT UNION CFE Federal Credit Union 847 S. Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) Insight Credit Union 300 East Highland Avenue Clermont, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) McCoy Federal Credit Union 931 North Park Avenue PH: (407) FX: (407) Self-Help FCU P.O. Box 1023 PH: (407) FX: (407) C E L E B R AT I N G 50th Anniversary ANNIE BELLE GILLIAM FOUNDING MEMBER VISIT THE MUSEUM Tuesday thru Friday 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 122 E. 5th Street Apopka (Located BehindCity Hall) CRUISES ATEC TRAVEL 528 Strathclyde Ct. PH: (407) FX: (407) DAYCARE Daydreams Child Development Center 204 S. Central Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Kiddie Academy of Apopka 2334 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) Ladybird Academy Rock Springs 1151 Rock Springs Road PH: (407) FX: (407) Little Sprouts Day Academy 509 South Park Avenue PH: (407) FX: (407) Victory Church World Outreach Center 509 S. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) DAYCARE - DOGS Apopka Veterinary Clinic 132 W. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Bow Wow Resort 3468 E. Semoran Blvd PH: (407) FX: (407) DENTIST A Soft Touch In Family Dental Care 450 Errol Parkway PH: (407) FX: (407) All Smiles Family Dental, PA 1140 Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Cohil, Kirk K., DDS, PA, 2525 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Davidson, Suzanne N. D.M.D E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) Petrilli, Richard, DMD 1585 N. Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Sage Dental 2444 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (561) Schroeder, Katrina, DMD 200 A N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Smiles By Design 3290 SR 436 PH: (407) FX: (407) Summerlin, Dr. Doyle 1414 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) DEPARTMENT STORE WalMart Stores, Inc S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING Emery Medical Solutions 2151 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) DIGITAL PHONE Spectrum 485 N. Keller Rd., Suite 100 Maitland, FL PH: (407) DIGITAL PRINTING A & C Printing 174 B Semoran Commerce Place Ste. #117 PH: (407) The Printers 2098 Sprint Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) DIRECT MAIL A & C Printing 174 B Semoran Commerce Place Ste. #117 PH: (407) The Printers 2098 Sprint Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) DISASTER RESTORATION Servpro Apopka/Wekiva 1251 Seminola Blvd. Casselberry, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) DJ SERVICES/KARAOKE D.J. s Unlimited 1317 Branch Hill Ct. PH: (407) FX: (407) DOCTORS OFFICE MyDoc, LLC 721 South Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) DOG GROOMING Cavalier Pet Care P.O. Box 2381 PH: (407) DOG WALKING Cavalier Pet Care P.O. Box 2381 PH: (407) DRY CLEANERS Imperial Dry Cleaners 199 Main Street PH: (407) EDUCATION Forest Lake Academy 500 Education Loop PH: (407) FX: (407) Healthspeaks PO Box 4397 PH: (407) Hope Community Center 1016 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR A Current Installation, Inc Plymouth Sorrento Rd. PH: (407) Iground, LLC 1750 sunset Palm Drive PH: (407) STE Electrical Systems, Inc Ocoee Apopka Road PH: (407) FX: (407) ELECTRICIAN A Current Installation, Inc Plymouth Sorrento Rd. PH: (407) Brite Electric Air Conditioning & Heating 2036 Sprint Blvd. #11 PH: (407) FX: (407) STE Electrical Systems, Inc Ocoee Apopka Road PH: (407) FX: (407) See LIST Page 27

17 enjoyed a fun and challenging golf course, great networking opportunities, and several opportunities for prizes. * On March 27, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its first-ever Women in Business & Leadership Luncheon at The Highland Manor. This luncheon bought together several accomplished female leaders, corporate executives, business owners, entrepreneurs and young professionals to share insights, exchange business ideas and empower their careers. Our featured speaker was the Honorable Denise Grimsley and we recognized several notable women throughout the Apopka area who have demonstrated exemplary character, integrity and outstanding leadership, not only in their field, but in their community. This included: Natalie Arrowsmith, Wendy Kurtz, Pam Smothers Dionne, Deborah Perez, and Patrice Phillips. It was truly an incredible program and we are grateful for each of the participants who were able to give us inspiring stories and motivational advice on their success and challenges, in business and in leadership throughout our communities. * On April 26, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce was proud to host its first-ever The Apopka Area Business Expo. The Apopka Area Business Expo allowed each of the local businesses to introduce themselves to the community, showcase their products and services to the public, build strong business relationships, and provide detailed information face-to-face about their business. This successful after-hours event welcomed over 250 in attendance and featured 57 businesses, ranging in size from small startups to The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 17 Year: In March, Apopka Chamber hosted event for women in business Continued from page 14 large corporations. * Monthly Business After Hours events continue to draw large crowds of entrepreneurs and business leaders coming together for fellowship and to further business relationships. LEADERSHIP * Recruited 17 business and community leaders to participate in our annual Leadership Apopka program that is designed to educate future leaders from the Apopka area. * On June 6, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce was invited by the SBA Office of Advocacy to a Regional Regulatory Roundtable. This roundtable was an opportunity to discuss the issues and federal regulations that are directly impacting small businesses within the Central Florida region. * The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce partnered with Fox 35 and the Orlando Sentinel to host a successful Facebook live debate (with nearly 10,000 views and over 300 in attendance) between the candidates for Mayor of Apopka. * The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce was excited to announce that we have partnered with Fox 35 WOFL, the University of Central Florida, the Orlando Repertory Theatre, and the Orlando Sentinel to host a special live, televised debate, between the candidates for Orange County Mayor on Wednesday, August 8. This free debate would not have been made possible without our partnership and we were the only Chamber in Orange County that was invited to participate. * On October 17, 2017, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce brought together our legislative leaders for an informative look at the important issues and priorities that will be addressed during the upcoming 2018 The Women in Business and leadership Luncheon had a panel of three local women leaders who told their stories about being women in leadership roles and gave advice. Shown, (l to r), are moderator Wendy Kurtz, founder and president of Elizabeth Charles and Associates; and panelists Deborah Perez, senior district manager for Waste Management; Pam Dionne, vice president and owner of STE Electrical Systems; and Patrice Phillips, owner of Something Fishy restaurant. Florida Legislative session. Our panelists included Senator Randolph Bracy, Representative Kamia Brown and Representative Jennifer Sullivan. Additionally, Dr. Jerry Parrish, who is the leading economist for the Florida Chamber of Commerce, gave an exclusive economic update that included the city of Apopka and the surrounding region. EDUCATION * Changed our Morning Mingles to a new format Breakfast and Learn Morning Mingles. In this series of breakfast networking opportunities, local business and community leaders discuss their professional lives and what led them to their level of success. To date, the following have presented at our Morning Mingles: Alan Byrd, the President and Founder of Alan Byrd & Associates; Pamela Nabors, President/CEO of CareerSource Central Florida; Cory Miller, Mortgage Loan Originator at Loanwise Direct Powered by Planet Home Lending, LLC; Jeff Piersall, CEO of SCB Marketing (i4 Business Magazine); and Bonnie Taylor and Windel Taylor with the Heartland See year Page 18

18 Institute of Financial Education. * On July 10, 2018 the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce held its 2018 Apopka Area Political Hob Nob & Straw Poll at the Apopka Community Center. We had over 27 candidates who participated, along with several groups who were supporting various ballot initiatives. By utilizing a more effective, powerful, and attractive platform, we were able to bring together a diverse group of candidates running for local, statewide, and national offices, all in one dynamic event. With over 350 people in attendance, this Hob Nob was one of the most successful events in recent history. * On April 12, 2018, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce co-hosted a Post Session Town Hall Meeting at Victory Church. The participants included Senator Randolph Bracy, Representative Kamia Brown and Representative Jennifer Sullivan and each of them updated our community on the important legislation that was passed during the 2018 Florida Legislative Session, including the fiscal year state budget appropriations. SUPPORT * Unlike previous years, the Apopka The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 18 Year: Chamber helped those in need both locally and in other areas Continued from page 17 Thanks to help from the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, the Shop with a Cop program helped several dozen local youngsters at Christmas time. Area Chamber of Commerce generously donated more than $1,000 in total from our prize raffles and ticket sales to the restaurants that won in each of the four Best Of award categories at the 12th annual Taste of Apopka. * At our 2017 Holiday Party, our members helped us raise $3,800 for the Apopka Police Department s Shop with a Cop program. The $3,800 helped provide a holiday experience to 38 children in our community and we were humbled by this response! Additionally, we were able to participate in the Shop with a Cop event and APD was able to serve 100 children, which was an increase of 40 new students from * The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce joined with Victory Church in Apopka to help gather and send hundreds of relief supplies to the people of Puerto Rico, St. Thomas and St. Martin, who were directly affected by the devastation of Hurricane Maria. * We were proud to partner with the Rotary Club of Apopka to light up the Chamber in support of World Polio Day and eradicating polio across the world. * Participated in Apopka Youth Works (AYW), which is a partnership between the City of Apopka and CareerSource Central Florida, that provides summer employment to qualified high school students 16 or older. * We were proud to support State Representative Kamia Brown s Business Breakfast which focused on providing Minority-Owned Small Businesses with the resources and information needed to apply and obtain certifications for contracts with the Federal, State and Local Government, the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, Valencia College and Orange County Public Schools, for over $1 billion in contracting opportunities. * Continued sponsorship of Mayor s Prayer Breakfast celebrating the National Day of Prayer in the U.S. * The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce was proud to support our Board of Directors First Vice-Chair Tim Cook and Apopka Fire Chief Chuck Carnesale at the Boy Scouts of America Golden Eagle Award from the Central Florida Council. A NEW EXPERIENCE FROM A FAMILIAR PLACE Forest City McDonald s Grand Re-Opening 3141 East Semoran Boulevard (436 & Hunt Club) Saturday, August 18, 12 noon 2 pm Music, family activities, fun prizes, giveaways, and more! For the Finest in Tires & Service W. Main St. Apopka

19 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 19 Nelson s Insurance Services can help with your personal or commercial insurance At Nelson s Insurance Services, they understand the needs of the community for great coverage with affordable premiums and excellent customer service. Nelson s Insurance Services is here to serve you for all your insurance needs. Bryan and Debbie Nelson founded Nelson s Insurance Services in 1997 and moved into their office at 10 N. Park Avenue in 1998, where it remains to this day. They are proud chamber members since At Nelson s Insurance Services, they have access to many different homeowners carriers and will work with their carriers to provide appropriate coverage at an affordable premium. Homeowners discounts can be applied for security alarms, updates on the home, senior discounts, claim free discounts and good credit discounts along with many others. Pictured above back row, (l-r), Lisa Mincey, Sunshine Abbott, Debbie Nelson, and Linda Nelson Knudsen. Seated is Bryan Nelson. Nelson s Insurance Services has the ability to run a free replacement cost estimator that will review the coverage amount for the home. They can also write policies for renters, rental properties, manufactured homes, and condos. Nelson s Insurance Services has access to several different auto insurance markets that allows them to provide competitive quotes for drivers and different coverage limits. Nelson s Insurance Services also offers commercial insurance. They work with many different commercial insurance companies to ensure that they are able to get the best coverage and protect your investment. These services include general liability, workers compensation, business auto, property insurance and equipment coverage along with many other lines of commercial insurance. As independent insurance agents, Nelson s Insurance Services quotes with several carriers to find the coverage that fits your specific type and size of business, while staying within your budget. Feel free to visit Nelson s Insurance Services at their office located at 10 N. Park Avenue. Or you may visit them at or call them at for a free, no obligation quote for all your insurance needs. We are proud to support The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce OUR ROOTS GO DEEP NELSON S INSURANCE SERVICES INSURANCE FOR ALL YOUR NEEDS Homeowners Auto Workers' Comp General Liabilty Property Group Benefits 10 N. Park Ave., Fax Chamber Members Since 1997

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21 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 21 A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Havoline Xpress Lube was hosted by the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce in July The business is located at 215 E. Main St., Apopka. The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the 24 Hour Fitness at 2360 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, in October The business is located in Piedmont Plaza. MetroHealth provides seniors with more healthy days MetroHealth, Inc., a network of primary care doctors and health professionals for seniors who are insured through Medicare, has been bringing comprehensive medical care to geriatric patients in Orlando since 2002, and recently opened in Apopka in the Fall of With a mission to provide patients with more healthy days, MetroHealth s providers continuously strive to help seniors maintain the best possible quality of life so that their elder years can be spent comfortably enjoying time with loved ones. Having a focus on geriatric medicine differentiates MetroHealth from other doctors offices. Just as a pediatrician specializes in the treatment of the pre-adult body, geriatric medicine exists to help prevent and treat disease in the elderly, and to preserve and prolong quality of life dur- Pictured above from the MetroHealth s ribbon cutting ceremony are, (l-r), Apopka City Commissioner Doug Bankson, Lisa Pattanayak, M.D., MetroHealth s Medical Director and Chief Physician Stephen Quaning, M.D., former Mayor Joe Kilsheimer, Lesley Allen, MSN, ARNP-C, and Cesar Quililan, M.D. ing one s senior years. The health providers at MetroHealth received extensive training specific to the aging process, providing them with expertise on the impact of aging on illness patterns, health maintenance, rehabilitation, and medication management. Visiting a geriatrician is most beneficial for individuals who require care from multiple specialists. At MetroHealth, the providers work closely with specialists, nurses, pharmacists, and therapists to coordinate treatment. MetroHealth takes things another step further to ensure all patient needs are met by offering valueadded services such as acupuncture, in-home visits, and transportation to and from appointments. The office in Apopka was the fifth installation for MetroHealth. There are four other offices in MetroWest, Downtown Orlando, East Orlando and Ormond Beach, with the majority of their patients age 65 or older. MetroHealth of Apopka welcomes new seniors to the practice. Prospective patients should visit for more information, or call the local office at to make an appointment.

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23 The Schroeder Dental Group office is conveniently located at 200 N. Park Avenue, Apopka. Dr. Katrina Schroeder s dental practice offers a comprehensive approach to your entire dental care needs. Whether it s a routine checkup or an advanced procedure, her staff is trained in the newest dental techniques, and ensures your visit is a comfortable one. Dr. Schroeder has experience in the most up-to-date dental technology and treatments, and gladly accepts most insurance plans. Plus, she offers a payment plan that allows patients without dental insurance to afford the best possible dental care. Once you meet Dr. Katrina Schroeder, you can see why she s so popular with her patients. Her remarkable proficiency is perfectly complemented by her warm personality. Dr. Schroeder is a The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 23 Dr. Katrina Schroeder believes everyone deserves a healthy smile Dr. Katrina Schroeder knows that small steps can be taken to make visible changes to your smile, your dental health and, consequently, your well-being. graduate of the University of Florida and is fully certified in such innovative new treatments as Invisalign and cosmetic porcelain veneers. Invisalign (braceless braces) is the latest offering for orthodontics. This is the ideal solution for patients who have their permanent teeth. The product is virtually invisible and removable for meals, brushing, and flossing. Dr. Schroeder also offers Zoom! Whitening. The Schroeder Dental Group uses the Waterlase MD Laser for both hard and soft tissues, such as teeth and bone. The Waterlase MD Laser can be used to treat cavities, in many cases without the patient having to receive the shots to be numb. Most patients only feel the cool water spray of the laser. The Waterlase MD Laser can also be used for soft tissue procedures, such as reshaping the gum tissue for a more aesthetic appearance and periodontal procedures. They encourage regular dental visits in order to keep your teeth and gums in good shape. Besides brushing and flossing, a bi-annual check-up might be the best thing you can do for your oral health. But, what you might not know is that there s a strong relationship between your oral health and your overall health. For more information or to schedule your next appointment, call Don t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great. John D. Rockefeller HEALTHY TEETH & BEAUTIFUL SMILES SMILE WITH MyApopkaDentist.net 200 N. Park Avenue, Suite A, Apopka Confidence! Katrina M. Schroeder, DMD COSMETIC & GENERAL DENTISTRY Schroeder New Dental Patients Group Welcome! Call Now For An Appointment LET S GET ACQUAINTED $49(A $205 Value) Offer Expires on July 31, Includes Exam and X-Rays. NEW PATIENTS ONLY! For all individuals who complete a new patient consultation (exam and x-rays) Offer not valid in conjunction with any other offers or dental plans. ADA Codes (D0150, D0330, D0274) $100 OFF Tooth Whitening (Reg. $395 Now $295) Get the sensational smile you deserve! Transferable. Please share with your family, friends and co-workers! Offer good for 30 days. Expires July 31, 2019 Emergency Appointments Available

24 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 24 Uptown Barbers provides top-level expert and personalized barbering services Since 2008, Uptown Barbers has provided hair services to the Apopka area. It was recently acquired by D Brothers Inc. with the sole purpose of continuing to satisfy their local, current, and new customers with the exceptional services it has always been known for. This is the reason why they have continued with a steadily growth thanks to their happy and satisfied customers. At Uptown Barbers, their barbers take pride in the quality of their services, which are delivered in a family-like atmosphere at reasonable prices. Their licensed professionals come together to put forward their skills and abilities to interact with a variety of people and situations. At Uptown Barbers, you can bet you ll find a barber you like and the cut you want. All the barbers pride themselves on their diverse work and clientele. You ll feel at home no Stop in today to encounter the Uptown Barber experience and see how they have established themselves as the premier barbershop in Apopka. Owners are, (l-r), Isamac, Hector and Juanmahel. matter your age, ethnicity, or profession; the car you drive or the shoes you wear won t matter here. Uptown Barbers is a full service barbershop that provides top-level expert and personalized barbering services. They strive to add to the community, and serve as an example of entrepreneurship and character. Uptown Barbers provides tradi- tional, short, and contemporary haircut styles. Their services include but are not limited to fades, razor cuts, blow-outs, double tapes, scissor cuts, and eyebrows. They specialize in all hair types. Uptown Barbers also offers special services, including beard trims and beard shaves. If you are in the mood for relaxation, hot towel beard shaves are also available. Uptown Barbers also offers cuts and styles for women by appointment, so be sure to call ahead, ladies. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Call Uptown Barbers today at They are located at 1144 Rock Springs Road in Apopka and they look forward to helping you with your hair needs. Please visit their website at www. uptownbarbersfl.com and take a look at what others say. Walk-ins Welcome! Check out our Website: Monday - Thursday 10 am - 7 pm Friday 9 am - 7 pm Saturday 9 am - 6 pm Sunday 9 am - 2 pm Specializing in all Hair Types! Eyebrows Blow-outs Fades N. Rock Springs Rd., Apopka Double Tapes Scissor Cuts Razor Cuts

25 Richard Petrilli, DMD, PA Celebrating over 20 years of service to the Apopka Area! Wouldn't you like to smile again? 1585 North Rock Springs Rd., Apopka (Near Publix in the Wekiva Plaza) The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 25 COMPREHENSIVE ADULT DENTISTRY Dr. Petrilli & Staff would like to Congratulate The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce on their many years of Service to the Community! Best Dentist in Apopka Best of Apopka Awards 2011, 2012, 2015, 2016 & 2017 topdentists , 2015 & 2016 Angie's List Super Service Award 2015 & 2016 No Interest Financing Available Gentle, High Quality Dental Work including Dentures Accepting New Patients Age 25+ In Network with Many Major PPO s Oral Sedation for Dental Anxiety Emergencies Welcome (based on availability) V OTED #1 DENTIST IN APOPKA 2011, 2012, 2015, 2016 & 2017 Dr. Richard Petrilli s office is celebrating 23 years of exceptional service You might think you ve walked into a luxury resort when you visit Dr. Petrilli s office! Throughout the day, his patients are treated to juice and coffee, as well as the pleasing aroma of scented candles. The exam rooms are complete with satellite TV, warm towels, blankets, and neck pillows. Other amenities such as eye masks are available as well. Also, a pleasing selection of ballads plays over the speakers in their office, designed to relax you before your treatment. Dr. Petrilli and his staff have won numerous awards over the years, including Best Dentist in Apopka in the Best of Apopka awards in 2011, 2012, 2015, 2016, and He was also awarded the Angie s List Super Service Award in 2015 and Dr. Petrilli is now accepting new patients. His office caters to the more mature adult. While they welcome all adults age 25 and up, they do cater primarily to those 50 and up. The office staff is comfortable with helping caretakers maintain and improve the dental health of aging parents, including those with dementia and Alzheimer s disease. Dr. Petrilli s office offers no-interest financing, which helps to address the financial concerns of those on a Dr. Petrilli provides extraordinary care to extraordinary patients. fixed income. To experience a dentist appointment like no other, please visit the office website at com or call to schedule your appointment today. Dr. Petrilli s office is located at 1585 North Rock Springs Road in the Publix plaza, behind Bubbalou s. Call today for an appointment and let the staff at Dr. Petrilli s office pamper you with their extraordinary care. Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning. Benjamin Franklin

26 The Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs is excited about the hotel s partnership with the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce! Working together to help develop the business community in Apopka, the Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs is and will be an active member of the Apopka Chamber. The Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs may be considered a hospitality icon in North Central Florida. For years, many members of the Apopka Chamber met, danced and partied at Bowties, the Hilton s former nightclub. Now that nightclub is the Royal Palm Ballroom a favorite venue for social and business functions including weddings, meetings, and smaller tradeshows. Originally built in 1985, the Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs is an eight-story, 309-guestroom hotel and is the largest hotel-meeting facility in Seminole County with almost 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. The Crystal Ballroom offers 6,750 square feet of space and can accommodate 400 guests for banquet dinners. The Royal Palm Ballroom is roughly ½ the size of the Crystal Ballroom and can comfortably accommodate 150 guests for banquet functions. The Hilton also offers several varied-sized breakout rooms to accommodate conferences of all types and sizes. In January of 2018, the Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs completed a full renovation of the hotel s guestrooms and suites. In short, the finished product is amazing! With all new furnishings, bedding, large screen televisions, in-room safes and refrigerators, extensive lighting and technology connections, bathroom barn doors and enhanced lighting, The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 26 The Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs looks forward to serving the Apopka area Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don t quit. - Conrad Hilton The hotel is located at 350 South Northlake Boulevard in Altamonte Springs. For more information, call them at South Northlake Blvd. Altamonte Springs, FL A Place to Unwind Relax in a newly remolded guest room. The perfect place for your next business meeting, awards banquet or social gala, the hotel offers 19,5000 sq. ft. of flexible function space. Spectacular Weddings Whether you are planning an intimate ceremony or a lavish reception, our hotel wedding professionals will guide you through your planning process. CALL TO BOOK YOUR SPACE TODAY! Hilton.com Apopka Chamber guests will experience the most comfortable accommodations in the area. Best in Class service is the focus of the Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs staff. The Hilton team looks forward to serving members of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce with unsurpassed hospitality for every overnight guest, banquet, and business function. Please visit us soon! Orlando/Altamonte Springs

27 ELECTRONIC LOCKSMITH World Class Installations, Inc. 540 Cooper Oaks Court PH: (407) FX: (407) EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Brown & Brown Insurance 1300 Citizen Blvd. Leesburg, FL PH: (407) EMPLOYEE STAFFING Two-6 Resources 1027 Sligh Blvd. Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) EMPLOYMENT AGENCY/ SERVICES Christian HELP Employments & Resources Center 450 Seminola Blvd Casselberry, FL PH: (407) Two-6 Resources 1027 Sligh Blvd. Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) ENDODONTIST Sage Dental 2444 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (561) ENTERTAINMENT Momentum Music Group LLC N. Rock Springs Road PH: (407) Rebounderz of Apopka 474 South Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (407) Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S. P.O. Box Lake Buena Vista, FL PH: (407) EVENT PLANNING Get Off The Bus 52 Camino Real Howey In The Hills, FL PH: (352) Kona-Ice, Inc Weldon Drive Eustis, FL PH: (407) Momentum Music Group LLC N. Rock Springs Road PH: (407) EVENT VENDOR Brass Pin Linen, LLC 535 Cooper Commerce Dr. Suite 350 PH: (407) Nelson s Tents & Events 1153 Ocoee Apopka Road PH: (407) FX: (407) FEED STORE Tractor Supply Company 131 W. 2nd St. PH: (407) FX: (407) FENCE CONTRACTOR Mid State Fence P.O. Box 886 PH: (407) FX: (407) FENCING Mid State Fence P.O. Box 886 PH: (407) FX: (407) Tractor Supply Company 131 W. 2nd St. PH: (407) FX: (407) FERTILIZER Anuvia Florida, LLC 6751 West Jones Avenue Zellwood, FL PH: (352) FINANCIAL PLANNING Edward Jones 3316 East State Road 436 PH: (407) FX: (888) Edward Jones- Byron Tobias 175 East Main Street PH: (407) FX: (855) New York Life 495 North Keller Road Ste 150 Maitland, FL PH: (352) FX: (407) FINANCIAL SERVICES 5/3 Bank 211 Edgewood Drive PH: (407) CFE Federal Credit Union 847 S. Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) HEATHER BAKER STATE FARM INSURANCE 1643 N. Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Insight Credit Union 300 East Highland Avenue Clermont, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) McCoy Federal Credit Union The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 27 List: More of membership list of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Continued from page North Park Avenue PH: (407) FX: (407) Northwestern Mutual 1000 Legion Place Orlando, FL PH: (407) Yeager Insurance Agency, Inc. 49 A East 3rd St. PH: (407) FX: (407) FITNESS & RECREATION Rebounderz of Apopka 474 South Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (407) FITNESS PROFESSIONAL B-6 Fit Training 1458 Rock Springs Road PH: (407) FLOORING Flooring Master 380 Semoran Commerce PH: (321) Sanford Carpet & Cleaning 2553 Park Dr Sanford, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) FLORIST Apopka Florist 381 E. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) FUEL OIL Harris Oil & Air Conditioning US Hwy. 441 Mt. Dora, FL PH: (800) FX: (352) FUNDRAISING Chick-Fil-A at Hunt Club 3050 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Kona-Ice, Inc Weldon Drive Eustis, FL PH: (407) Virtuous Woman of Strength 344 Mantis Loop PH: (407) Zellwood Station RedCaps PO Box 782 Zellwood, FL PH: (304) FUNERAL HOME Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home 601 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Highland Memory Gardens 3329 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Loomis Funeral Home 420 W. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Woodlawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Rd. Gotha, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) GARAGE DOORS Budget Garage Doors LLC 1069 Dekleva Drive PH: (321) GARDEN CENTER-RETAIL The Home Depot, Store # W. Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) GAS STATION Apopka Business Inc East Semoran Blvd PH: (678) Golf Course Zellwood Station Co-op 2126 Spillman Dr. Zellwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) GOVERNMENT Central Florida Expressway Authority 4974 ORL Tower Rd. Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) City of Apopka P.O. Box 1229 PH: (407) FX: (407) Florida House of Representatives 2755 South Bay Street Unit D Eustis, FL PH: (352) FX: (352) Orange County Clerk of the Courts 425 N. Orange Ave. #2110 Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Orange County Property Appraiser 200 S. Orange Ave. #1700 Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Orange County Supervisor of Elections P.O. Box Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) GRAPHIC DESIGN ASAP Quick Print & Promotional of Florida P.O. Box 32 PH: (407) FX: (407) GRIEF MENTOR/LIFE COACH Margaret s Reflections of Hope 465 Oakland Ave PH: (732) GROCERY STORE Publix at Hunt Club Corners 540 South Hunt Club Blvd PH: (407) Publix at Shoppes at Sweetwater 3883 Wekiva Springs Road Longwood, FL PH: (407) Publix at Wekiva Plaza 1545 Rock Springs Road PH: (407) Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market 820 Balmy Beach Road PH: (407) GROOMING - DOGS & CATS Bow Wow Resort 3468 E. Semoran Blvd PH: (407) FX: (407) GUN SALES TD z Discount Firearms 1485 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) GYM Retro Fitness Apopka 480 South Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (321) HAIR SALON Hair Cuttery 1714 S. Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) Pillow Talk Hair Studio 995 West Orange Blossom Trail PH: (404) Sports Clips 2107 D East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) HANDYMAN BDW Remodeling and Home Repair, Inc Lake Frances Drive PH: (321) FX: (407) Boscana HVAC Home & Commercial Repairs, LLC 3605 Chandler Estates Dr PH: (407) HARDWARE Apopka Ace Hardware & Lumber 530 S. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) HEALTH Healthspeaks PO Box 4397 PH: (407) Imagine That Food Consultants PH: (407) HEALTH & FITNESS Melaleuca Marketing Executive 824 Crepe Myrtle Circle PH: (407) Retro Fitness Apopka 480 South Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (321) HEALTH & NUTRITION Maynard LeBrun 2356 South Citrus Circle Zellwood, FL PH: (707) HEALTH CLINIC Community Health Ctrs., Inc. 110 S. Woodland St. Winter Garden, FL PH: (407) HEALTH CLUB 24 Hour Fitness 2360 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (888) HEALTH INSURANCE Murray Insurance Agency 195 Wekiva Springs Rd. Ste. 100 Longwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) HEALTHCARE Metro Health, Inc. 701 S. Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) HEARING AIDS Central Florida Audiology 1120 Semoran Blvd PH: (407) FX: (407) HEATING Harris Oil & Air Conditioning US Hwy. 441 Mt. Dora, FL PH: (800) FX: (352) HIGH SPEED INTERNET Spectrum 485 N. Keller Rd., Suite 100 Maitland, FL PH: (407) See LIST Page 30

28 Momentum Music Group (MMG) is a strategic, creative, and passionate live event production company recently relocated to Apopka, Florida. A collection of seasoned industry veterans, MMG specializes in providing, staging and management of spectacular, lively, fun and memorable events for government and corporate clients worldwide. Their team of professionals has over five decades of industry experience and proven ability to create, enhance, and grow an event with emphasis on long-term planning, and has the intrinsic ability to identify and secure sponsorship funding, while creating programs to attract sponsors, ultimately enhancing their client s bottom line. Momentum Music Group has the expertise to provide everything you need to make your event shine. Their event management services The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 28 Momentum Music Group, LLC delivers inspiring, extraordinary, and truly unforgettable events Contact Momentum Music Group today for your next live event. include strategic/creative planning, budget development, sponsorship packages, talent acquisition & management, advertising & promotion, and social media integration. They can also help you with creative event enhancements, show-site logistics, lighting/sound/staging, skilled production labor, vendor management, and even security & transportation. Momentum Music Group is your turnkey event management solution. You want your event to be the best it can be so let them give you the Momentum your event needs! For more information on events, please them at info@momentummusicgroup.com. You may also visit them online at Music is the greatest communication in the world. Even if people don t understand the language that you re singing in, they still know good music when they hear it. - Lou Rawls Global Live Event Management Services Corporate Office - Apopka Florida USA Our team is staffed with industry pros whose careers span over 5 decades organizing, staging and managing high profile corporate, government, and other large scale public events & attractions under the hottest media spotlights on Earth Concerts/Festivals Symphonies Municipal Holiday Events Outdoor Venues Stadiums/ Amphitheaters/Raceways Arenas/Theaters/ Performing Arts Centers Strategic/Creative Planning Budget Development Sponsorship Packaging Talent Acquisition & Management Advertising & Promotion Social Media Integration Creative Event Enhancements Show-site Logistics Lighting/Sound/Staging Skilled Production Labor Vendor Management Security & Transportation YOUR TURN-KEY EVENT MANAGEMENT SOLUTION Visit us online: Send us an info@momentummusicgroup.com

29 Consider A & C Printing as your Printing Partner. Started in 1986, A & C Printing is a full-service commercial print shop located in Apopka that provides high-quality printing and design services to meet your demanding needs. At A & C Printing, their job is to make your job easier. They provide quality printing, copying, and mailings on time at competitive prices. Plus, you can depend on them to be professional, friendly, and helpful. Being a skilled printer isn t enough. You need someone who takes your deadlines as seriously as you do. Someone you can depend on for consistency in the quality of his or her products. This is what A & C Printing is all about. They want you to value what they can do, as much as they value your business. A & C Printing has the capability to print one or one million. They feature the best equipment in digital-, The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 29 A & C Printing provides high quality printing services and custom designs offset-, and wide format-printing, and they offer letterpress services. All items are produced using a digital file creating a beautifully printed piece with consistent color every time. They have skilled, on-staff graphic designers and print analysts who will work closely with you to create a one-of-a-kind look and printed piece. They stay informed about new technologies in printing, papers and inks, and are able to provide unique and creative solutions to communicate your message. A & C Printing will strive to be your partner, someone you can rely on. They take every job seriously and are always here to help. Contact A & C Printing at to discuss your printing needs, visit our shop at 174b Semoran Commerce Place, Suite 117, Apopka, or visit our website at printingorlando.com to request an estimate. If you re wondering, Yeah, they print that Visit the professionals at A & C Printing, which is conveniently located at 174b Semoran Commerce Place, Suite 117, Apopka. No matter what your business needs we have you covered. Marketing collateral booklets business checks continuous forms direct mail printing envelopes flyers full color banners Point-of-purchase materials labels posters magnetic signs Newsletters yard signs postcards business cards...and much more!

30 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 30 List: More of membership list of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Continued from page 27 Himalayan Salt Room Margaret s Reflections of Hope 465 Oakland Ave PH: (732) Home & Office Repairs Boscana HVAC Home & Commercial Repairs, LLC 3605 Chandler Estates Dr PH: (407) Budget Garage Doors LLC 1069 Dekleva Drive PH: (321) Home Improvement The Home Depot, Store # W. Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) Home Inspections All Seasons Pest Control 435 W. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Home Theater Pioneer Technologies PO Box 325 PH: (407) FX: (407) Horse Boarding Shirley Risser 3620 W. Kelly Park Rd. PH: (407) Hospital Florida Hospital 2100 Occoee Apopka Road PH: (407) FX: (407) Orlando Health 1414 Kuhl Ave., MP 56 Orlando, FL PH: (321) Hotel Hampton Inn & Suites 321 S. Lake Cortez Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Hilton Altamonte Springs 350 S. Northlake Blvd. Altamonte Springs, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Holiday Inn Express & Suites 238 S. Line Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Rodeway Inn 1317 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) Human Services Hope Community Center 1016 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Ice Cream Shop Topper s Creamery 512 S. Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (407) Indoor Trampoline Arena Rebounderz of Apopka 474 South Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (407) Insurance Allstate 1706 E. Semoran Blvd. #104 PH: (407) FX: (407) Assured Partners of Florida 300 Colonial Center Pkwy #270 Lake Mary, FL PH: (407) Brown & Brown Insurance 1300 Citizen Blvd. Leesburg, FL PH: (407) CF Insurance 218 South Lake Ave PH: (407) FX: (407) Cobblestone Insurance Agency 1116 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Florida Medicare Options 1277 N. Semoran Blvd, Suite 117 Orlando, FL PH: (407) Gentry Insurance Agency P.O. Box PH: (407) FX: (407) Great Florida Insurance of Apopka 488 S. Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Heather Baker State Farm Insurance 1643 N. Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Nelson s Insurance Services 10 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Northwestern Mutual 1000 Legion Place Orlando, FL PH: (407) Yeager Insurance Agency, Inc. 49 A East 3rd St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Interior Painting Worthington Painting Inc Rock Creek St. PH: (407) Internet Marketing DexYP 2200 W. Airfield Drive DFW Airport, TX PH: (407) Internet Service Provider CenturyLink 555 Lake Border Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Investigative Services G.E. Protection 2204 Pinyon Road PH: (407) FX: (407) Hollis Kendall Agency 235 East 5th Street PH: (407) Investments Edward Jones 3316 East State Road 436 PH: (407) FX: (888) Edward Jones- Byron Tobias 175 East Main Street PH: (407) FX: (855) Northwestern Mutual 1000 Legion Place Orlando, FL PH: (407) IT Company Aurora InfoTech 325 South McGee Avenue PH: (407) FX: (407) Jewelry Lovely Ladies Jewelry 2631 Canterclub Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) Landscape Maintenance H.B. & Companies Services, LLC P.O. Box 1105 PH: (407) Landscaping FL Epic Lawns 585 Birch Ct. PH: (407) Hatcher s Tree Service P.O. Box 787 Plymouth, FL PH: (407) Law Enforcement Orange County Sheriff Office P.O. Box 1440 Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Orange County Sheriff Office 1111 N. Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Law Firm Gagnon Eisele and Rigby, PLLC 1881 Lee Road Winter Park, FL PH: (407) Nishad Khan P.L.Real Estate and Business law 617 East Colonial Drive Orlando, FL PH: (407) Lawn Maintenance Critter & Pest Defense 3689 Rock Springs Road PH: (407) FX: (407) Evergreen 1200 Tilden Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) FL Epic Lawns 585 Birch Ct. PH: (407) Leadership Development Ronin Leadership 636 Grampian Ct. PH: (407) FX: (407) Legal Services Brian Furgala, P.A Ponkan Meadow Drive PH: (407) Life Insurance Murray Insurance Agency 195 Wekiva Springs Rd. Ste. 100 Longwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) New York Life 495 North Keller Road Ste 150 Maitland, FL PH: (352) FX: (407) Yeager Insurance Agency, Inc. 49 A East 3rd St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Limousine service Extreme Limousine Inc Sheila Drive PH: (407) Loans-Agriculture & Rural Home Farm Credit of Central Fl, ACA 57 E. Third St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Locksmith A Abra Key Dabra Locksmith 22 W. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Liberty Locksmiths & Security Products, Inc. 541 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Logo Apparel American Solutions for Business PO Box 1165 PH: (321) FX: (321) Low Voltage Contractor World Class Installations, Inc. 540 Cooper Oaks Court PH: (407) FX: (407) Lumber Apopka Ace Hardware & Lumber 530 S. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Management Consulting Ronin Leadership 636 Grampian Ct. PH: (407) FX: (407) Management Training Institute for Human Development, Inc Foxfire Dr. PH: (407) Marketing Alan Byrd & Associates 2144 Hidden Pine Ln. PH: (407) DexYP 2200 W. Airfield Drive DFW Airport, TX PH: (407) Elizabeth Charles & Assoc. P.O. Box Orlando, FL PH: (407) Hydro Pro Graphics, LLC 225 Sutherland Court PH: (407) Motitude Media P.O. Box 608 Plymouth, FL PH: (407) Martial Arts Breaking Point Martial Arts 809 South Orange Blossom Trail PH: (321) Victory Martial Arts 1521 Rock Springs Road PH: (407) Medical Office MyDoc, LLC 721 South Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) Medical Research Topaz Clinical Research 2513 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (954) Medical Screening Emery Medical Solutions 2151 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Medical Service Community Health Ctrs., Inc. 110 S. Woodland St. Winter Garden, FL PH: (407) Hunt Club Medical Care 3191 E Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) First Card Merchant Services 1317 Branch Hill Ct. PH: (407) FX: (407) Mfg-Precision CNC Machining Collins Mfg. 672 Johns Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Military Gene Knight 719 E. Orange Street PH: (407) Ministry Apopka Ministerial Alliance 1965 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Apopka Pregnancy Care Center 2434 Old Dixie Highway PH: (321) Mortgage Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc Galway Boulevard Clermont, FL PH: (407) Mortgage Lender CFE Federal Credit Union 847 S. Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) See list Page 35

31 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 31 The Orlando Foot & Ankle Clinic wants to bring relief to your feet The Orlando Foot & Ankle Clinic and Dr. Douglas Childs celebrate their 17th year in Apopka this year. His office is located at 202 N. Park Avenue, Suite 500. The Orlando Foot & Ankle Clinic and Dr. Childs offer solutions for a wide variety of conditions, such as in-grown toenails and fungus. Plantar fasciitis, or heel spur syndrome, can grow behind or under the heel bone, and Dr. Childs can relieve the spurs quickly and easily, usually without surgery. He uses custom orthotics, medication, or physical therapy to help you walk comfortably again. He also offers state-of-the-art minimally invasive radiofrequency TOPAZ treatments to successfully treat this condition. Bunions and Hammertoes left Dr. Childs office is located at 202 N. Park Avenue, Suite 500, Apopka, and he can be reached at untreated can severely affect walking and balance, especially in older patients. Corns and calluses, warts, and Morton s Neuroma are common foot problems associated with pain, swelling, and/or inflammation of a nerve, usually at the ball of the foot. Dr. Childs has many effective treatments to combat all of these. Children s foot care needs early correction, and prevention is a key to healthy feet. Dr. Childs has special conservative and, if needed, surgical options for flat feet, toeing in, and toeing out. Senior foot care is essential! As you get older, your feet require extra care. No matter what your concern, you can trust Dr. Childs advanced methods, conservative treatment approach, and compassionate understanding to get you back to your active lifestyle. Every diabetic should visit a podiatrist regularly. Without careful monitoring, even the smallest injury can become critical. Dr. Childs is authorized to fit and dispense diabetic shoes in the office. Dr. Childs has been part of the Apopka community for several years now and looks forward to serving the area for many years to come. You may reach his office at If you can dream it, you can do it. Walt Disney Bunions? Personalized foot pain solutions for active adults Dr. Douglas Childs, DPM Specializing in: Children Flatfoot Correction Diabetic Foot Care Heel Pain Treatments & More BEFORE AFTER Fungal Toe Nails? We Can Help! Pain Free Laser Treatments 202 N. Park Ave, Ste 500, (407) Locations

32 July-17 Hurricane Grill & Wings Keke s Breakfast Café Legacy Credit Firm Margaret s Reflections of Hope Heartland Institute of Financial Education Re/max Touchstone FI Epic Lawns Marco s Pizza Halifax Health Hospice SunShade Mobile Window Tinting Melaluca Marketing Executive Kiddie Academy Daycare Aug-17 Wellsprings Residence Home Wise Realty Swift Dry Carpet Cleaning The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 32 Month-by-month list of new members of Apopka Area Chamber Dillingham Law, PLLLC Lovely Ladies Jewelry Gene Knight Sarmo Construction Inc. SolidRock Drone Services The Learning Experience Apopka Kelmin Products Inc. Sept-17 St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Store Mark Byrd Campaign 24 Hour Fitness Corebody FX Oct-17 Metro Health, Inc. Covelli Enterprises Hosanna Building Contractors Tuffy Auto Service Center NEED A NEW ROOF OR REPAIR? RE-ROOFS Tile Shingle Metal Flat RESTORATION Roof Repair Gutters Siding Drywall LewisRoofingFL.com WE OFFER FINANCING with LOW Monthly Payments (407) We are accredited with the BBB and certified with GAF FL State License Number CCC Momentum Music Group, LLC Murray Insurance Agency Home Wise Realty Priority One Homes Fidelity National (Chelsea) Title Hilton Altamonte Springs Rosetti s Pizza Pub Apr-18 The Mortgage Firm Assured Partners of Florida San Miguel Mexican Grill Omegascapes, Inc. Legalshield Nishad Khan, P.L Walmart Neighborhood Market #6894 Jodi Canahuate, LLC-Watson Realty Corporation May-18 Primary Mortgage, Inc. The Pharmacy Store Rhodes & Brito Architects Boscana HVAC Home & Commercial Repairs, LLC DexYP Vose Law Firm LLP June-18 Parkside Yoga & Fitness RL Gordon & Company, Inc. L & S Diversified, LLC KJ s Bail Bond, LLC KB Home Orlando Ann Agee Northwestern Mutual Clancy & Theys Construction Company Nov-17 Sanford Carpet & Flooring American Safety Council Insurance Division, Inc. Flat Rate Property Management Christian Learning Academy Orlando Magic Dec-17 Lan Spa Nails and Tan Apopka Quick Mart Aurora InfoTech Bahama Breeze Gagnon Eisele and Rigby, PLLC Imperial Cleaners-Apopka LegalMatch-Apopka Lewis Roofing Jan-18 Beautiful Brows & Beyond, Inc. First National Bank of Mt. Dora Health Speaks I-4 Business Kat s Vine & Tap, Inc. NY Pizza Baby Rob Panepinto Trendy Kids Tropical Smoothie Café Feb-18 Baptiste Orthodontics Hydro Pro Graphics, LLC Om to Home Verandahs at Hunt Club Apartments Mar-18 Abacus Brian Furgala, P.A. Budget Garage Doors, LLC Fruddruckers Herzing University Maynard LeBrun M.H.A., M.A. Publix at Hunt Club Corners Publix at Shoppes at Sweetwater Publix at Wekiva Plaza Roger Williams

33 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 33 PROTECT YOUR FAMILY, LIFE, AND FUTURE. COBBLESTONE I N S U R A N C E A G E N C Y Home Auto Business Financial Services 1116 E. Semoran Blvd. P.O. Box 2245, (407) (407) Se Habla Español Auto Insurance Program from Like us on Facebook Let us help you with all your insurance needs! What do you look for in an insurance company? Cobblestone Insurance Agency has always been committed to providing quality insurance products for individuals and businesses. We specialize in auto, home, commercial and life insurance, but have many outlets to offer policies for different risks. With Cobblestone Insurance Agency, our friendly, knowledgeable insurance professionals will work with you on a one-on-one basis to develop the perfect policy. We will build a lasting relationship creating personal and commercial insurance policies designed to fit your needs. We assist both current and future clients manage and plan your needs. We take pride in minimizing costs while also minimizing gaps in coverage. We have provided quality risk management services in Apopka, Orlando, and the entire state for all types of potential risk. Our staff is very experienced with most of our agents having a minimum of 10 years experience. You ll experience the quality service and attention to detail that you can only find with an independent insurance agency. Additionally, we offer many different companies that we can shop to find the best rate and coverage. We guide the financial wellbeing of individuals, families, and businesses through collaborative relationships and prompt, attentive service. At Cobblestone Insurance Agency, we promise to keep our clients informed and work with them to meet their needs. Picking a good insurance company is never easy. Let us make the process easy for you. Our goal is to provide the best coverage at the lowest rates. Significant insurance knowledge, years of experience, and longstanding relationships with insurance companies with which we write policies help us achieve this goal. We are also active in the community and we are long time members of the Chamber of Commerce. We enjoy participating in the community and other businesses events. Cobblestone has always specialized in excellent customer service and pride ourselves on making our clients feel like part of our family. If you don t want to be just a number with a big insurance company, come be a name at Cobblestone Insurance Agency. We are located at 1116 E. Semoran Boulevard, Apopka, Florida, and can be reached at Industry is the soul of business and the keystone of prosperity. -Charles Dickens

34 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 34 FASTSIGNS of Apopka is a local, independently owned visual graphics company that has been serving the Apopka and surrounding area for 22 years. Stop by some time and meet your neighbor, FASTSIGNS of Apopka Welcome to one of the most vibrant communities in the country that boasts a thriving business climate supported by FASTSIGNS of Apopka. We are a communicationssavvy business partner that measures our success by the successes of our customers. We are a local, independently owned visual graphics company that has been serving the Apopka and surrounding area for 22 years. Owner Rod Quick grew the company from three employees working in a 1,200 square foot space to 18 employees working in a modern 6,500sf facility today. Along the way, FASTSIGNS of Apopka leapt to the top 10 high performers worldwide in a franchise network with more than 675 centers. Our customers drive our growth. From the first person Rod hired who is still with us to the 18th, these award-winning employees consistently push for better and smarter solutions to our customers sign and graphic communications challenges. We offer time-tested products like vinyl banners and yard signs, but we can also custom wrap a vehicle in dazzling graphics, or install and program engaging digital signs with dynamic elements that get you noticed. Offering this wide variety of products allows us to provide a customized approach to reaching our customers audiences in a way that makes sense for our customers; as consultants, we provide the options that our customers choose from that best accommodate their goals, budget, timeline, and brand. Instead of reading about our awards or about our production equipment like our HP flatbed printer, Zund high speed cutter, Gerber CNC router, Universal laser engraver or reading bios about our outstanding team, we invite you to visit and see for yourself why FASTSIGNS of Apopka is More than fast & More than signs. Visit FASTSIGNS of Apopka online at call us at , or just come by 3030 E. Semoran Boulevard, Suite 156. We look forward to meeting you.

35 First National Bank of Mount Dora SR 46 Sorrento, FL PH: (352) Planet Home Lending 555 Winderley PL Suite 420 Maitland, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) The Mortgage Firm 1101 North Lake Destiny Road, Suite 310 Maitland, FL PH: (786) Motel Hampton Inn & Suites 321 S. Lake Cortez Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Holiday Inn Express & Suites 238 S. Line Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Rodeway Inn 1317 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) Museum Apopka Historical Society 122 East Fifth Street PH: (407) FX: (407) Music D.J. s Unlimited 1317 Branch Hill Ct. PH: (407) FX: (407) Nail Salon Fanci Nails 3840 East Semoran Blvd PH: (407) Lan Spa Nails 1136 North Rock Springs Road PH: (407) natural food distributor Sunbelt Natural Foods Distributors 1767 Benbow Court PH: (407) FX: (407) Newspaper Apopka Chief and Planter, The P.O. Box 880 PH: (407) FX: (407) Non Profit Apopka Pop Warner/AYSA 3910 Jason Dewelley Pkwy PH: (407) Apopka Pregnancy Care Center 2434 Old Dixie Highway PH: (321) Christian HELP Employments & Resources Center 450 Seminola Blvd Casselberry, FL PH: (407) Halifax Health Hospice 5210 South Orange Avenue Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Heartland Institute of Financial Education 1781 Water Rock Dr. PH: (407) Herzing University 1865 State Road 436 Winter Park, FL PH: (407) The Catalyst A Program Provided By The Care Foundation 4609 West Ponkan Road PH: (407) Virtuous Woman of Strength 344 Mantis Loop PH: (407) Wekiva Wilderness Trust 1800 Weivwa Circle The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 35 List: More of membership list of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Continued from page 30 PH: (407) Non-Profit thrift store Goodwill Industries of Central Florida 1312 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Notary American Safety Council Insurance Inc. 225 E. Robinson St. Ste. 570 Orlando, FL PH: (800) FX: (800) Nursery Blalock Foliage, Inc. P.O. Box 2599 PH: (407) FX: (407) Central Fla. Ferns & Foliage P.O. Box 797 Zellwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Costa Engelmann Greenhouses 2009 Marden Road PH: (407) FX: (407) Dewar Nurseries, Inc. 625 W. Keene Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Korus Orchid Corp Plymouth Sorrento Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Penang Nursery, Inc. P.O. Box 1658 PH: (407) FX: (407) Nursery-Chemicals & Supplies B.W.I.-Apopka P.O. Box 1328 Plymouth, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Nursery-Plant sleeves R&D Sleeves LLC 520 W. Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) Nursery-Wholesale Blalock Foliage, Inc. P.O. Box 2599 PH: (407) FX: (407) Central Fla. Ferns & Foliage P.O. Box 797 Zellwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Costa Engelmann Greenhouses 2009 Marden Road PH: (407) FX: (407) Korus Orchid Corp Plymouth Sorrento Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Penang Nursery, Inc. P.O. Box 1658 PH: (407) FX: (407) Nursing Home Florida Living Nursing Ctr E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Sunbelt Health Care & Rehab Center 305 E. Oak St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Office Equipment Copier Connection P.O. Box 2222 PH: (407) FX: (407) Office Equipment/Supplies Apopka Office Supply P.O. Box 880 PH: (407) FX: (407) Oil & Gas Lake Apopka Natural Gas 1320 Winter Garden Vineland Rd. Winter Garden, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Oil Changes - Auto Havoline Express Lube 215 East Main Street PH: (407) Sweetwater Car Wash and Express Oil Change 1609 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Online News Apopka Chief and Planter, The P.O. Box 880 PH: (407) FX: (407) Apopka Voice 325 South McGee PH: (407) Optometrist Optical Eyeland, Inc. 730 S. Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) Organic Plant Food Anuvia Florida, LLC 6751 West Jones Avenue Zellwood, FL PH: (352) Organization-Non Profit American Cancer Society 507 N. New York Avenue Suite 100 Winter Park, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) AMIkids Orlando, Inc S. Lake Pleasant Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Apopka/Altamonte Springs VFW Post P.O. Box 912 PH: (407) Boy Scouts of America 1951 S. Orange Blossom Tr. #102 PH: (407) FX: (407) Cornerstone Hospice 8009 S. Orange Ave. Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Farmworker Association of Florida 1264 Apopka Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Habitat For Humanity in Seminole County & Greater Apopka P.O. Box Casselberry, FL,32718 PH: (407) Hope Community Center 1016 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Lighthouse Mission of Orlando, The 2554 Overland Rd. PH: (407) Loaves & Fishes, Inc. 206 E. 8th St. PH: (407) FX: (407) N.O.C.I.A. P.O. Box 786 Zellwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Quest, Inc. 500 E. Colonial Dr. Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) See list Page J&K Automotive, Inc. FAIR HONEST DEPENDABLE All Work Guaranteed Serving Satisfi ed Customers Since 1987 CERTIFIED AIR CONDITIONING SPECIALISTS COMPUTER DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT 1012 E. Semoran Blvd. Apopka Mon.-Fri. 8-5:30 Closed Saturday Become a Fan on Facebook: J & K Automotive Wheel Balance & Alignments Tune Ups Brakes Shocks Fuel Injection service Oil Change C.V. Joints St. Reg. #MV05682 Todd Houke Banking Center Manager Member Dedicated to the Success of you and your business 345 east Main Street, Apopka (407)

36 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 36 Community Health Centers can be the medical and dental home for your entire family Community Health Centers (CHC) is here to meet the community s healthcare needs with three centers located in Apopka. They have been serving the Apopka community since CHC s Apopka Family & OB/GYN Center, located at 225 E. Seventh Street, offers Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, Laboratory, and low-cost pharmacy services to the Apopka community. The onsite medical providers include three OB/GYNs, two Family Medicine physicians, one Internal Medicine physician, and three Nurse Practitioners. In addition, this center offers evening and Saturday hours. CHC s Apopka Dental Center provides adult and pediatric dental services. The center boasts a full-time pediatric dentist and a full-time dentist for adult patients. They are committed to serving the dental care needs of adults and children within the Apopka community. Lastly, they have the Apopka Pediatric Care Center, serving the children of Apopka since 1996 and located at 618 S. Forest Avenue, on the corner of Forest and Seventh Street. The CHC Pediatric Center has three full-time pediatricians providing well and sick child care, immunizations, chronic health management, school/ sports physicals, EPSDT screenings, lab, pharmacy, case management, patient/parenting education, and referrals for specialist services. Community Health Centers has centers throughout Central Florida. They accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance plans. They offer a Sliding Discount Program, based on family size and income, which assists those with or without health insurance. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call or visit their website at Community Health Centers provides high quality, comprehensive, and affordable medical and dental care.

37 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 37 Leadership Apopka educates participants about Apopka area Leadership Apopka is an annual program that is designed to educate future leaders from the Apopka area. This in-depth program creates opportunities for participants to engage with our area s leading public, private and civic leaders and develop impactful friendships with other professionals from the community. Additionally, participants will observe, interact and learn about the various industries and community assets that are of great importance to the Apopka area and the Central Florida region. Leadership Apopka 2018 began in January and is set to conclude this September. This year s theme was Challenging you to be a local Champion and a Regional Thinker and the class meets once a month, for an all-day affair (a total of nine sessions). Here are some of the highlights from this year s class: * Tour of the OR at the new Florida Hospital Apopka * Tour of the Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) * Canoe Trip from Wekiva Island to Wekiwa Springs State Park * Tour of the Research and Development Center at the Coca-Cola Company * One-on-One with the UCF Business Incubator * Dodgeball at Rebounderz Apopka * Tractor Ride at Long & Scott Farms * Tour of the CenturyLink Headquarters * Tour of the UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research and Education Center * A History Lesson at The Museum of The Apopkans * Behind the Scene s Tour of the Orlando City Soccer Stadium Leadership Apopka is a serious commitment of time and energy and please join us in saying congratulations to the sixteen Some of those who participated in Leadership Apopka since January gather for lunch during one of their monthly sessions. The group takes in many local businesses throughout the program. participants in the Leadership Apopka 2018 Class. Michelle Aguila - Orlando Health Nadia Anderson - Prestige Realty Consultants Inc. John Burke Boy Scouts of America, Central Florida Council Melissa Mitchell Byrd Candidate, Orange County School Board Alisha Crabtree - SCB Marketing Loretta Forlaw - Health Speaks Edward Herman - AMIkids Orlando Juan Lugo - Duke Energy Mariah McCullough - City of Apopka Colleen Monday - Florida Hospital Lee O Donnell - Orlando Health Fabian Rocamora - FastSigns Apopka-Altamonte Patrick Roth - Florida Hospital Marie Smith - Centurylink Misty Taylor - Bryant Miller Olive P.A. Roger Williams - Old School Media Group The cost is $1,000 ($1,500 nonmember) and tuition covers all participant costs including meeting Events The Events Committee will assist the Chamber staff in developing, planning, executing, and promoting events that are mission-appropriate and valuable for the Chamber membership. They will also aid in securing sponsorship and volunteer support for events throughout the year. materials, meals, group transportation, and receptions. If you are interested in participating in Leadership Apopka 2019, please contact Robert Agrusa, President. Apopka Chamber committees Public Policy/ Issue Advocacy This Committee shall monitor and provide recommendations on issues that are relevant to the business community in the Apopka area, the Greater Orange County region and the state of Florida as a whole. It will provide recommendations to the Board of Directors and develop communications to membership about potential action or policies.

38 Kat s Vine & Tap is located at 1061 W. Orange Blossom Trail (Victoria Plaza) in Apopka. It is owned and operated by Apopka resident Kathy Thompson. Kathy left corporate America in the fall of 2016 and was looking for something else to do. April 2017, while eating lunch at a restaurant in Victoria Plaza, she noticed an empty space for lease. She thought about it and decided it would be a great location for a cozy venue, where people could hang out and enjoy great music, fine wine, craft beer, lite fare, and piano music. Kat s officially opened January 2018 and has been well received by the Apopka community. Right now, there is music every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Thursday is Dance Night with DJ Ready. Friday and Saturday, various local musicians provide live music. The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 38 Kat s Vine & Tap Piano Lounge Kat s Vine & Tap is where locals meet to socialize while enjoying great wine, beer, music, and lite fare in a cozy setting. On Sundays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Kat s hosts an open performance that brings in musicians, singers, and even comedians. Most of the entertainment uses the house sound system and piano. Many nights, musicians will bring friends with them who play the piano, saxophone, etc. and they will perform as well. It is a very friendly atmosphere, where there is no such thing as a stranger. Kat s décor includes a baby grand piano, several cozy seating areas that include a sofa and chairs, a large bar that seats 14 people, and a community table that can seat up to 10 people as well as several small tables. The art on the walls was painted by local artists and is for sale. Kat s also has a small patio with outdoor seating. Once you walk through the door, you forget you are in a strip plaza. It feels more like you are sitting in someone s cozy living room. If you are looking for unique wines for you wine collection at home, Kat s does have their retail license as well. There are also plans to offer wine and beer tastings in the future. The next time you are looking for something different to do in the Apopka area or need a place for a meeting or special event, you might want to consider Kat s Vine & Tap. They are located at 1061 West Orange Blossom Trail and can be reached at Kat s Vine and Tap is where locals meet to enjoy fine wine, beer, and music in a homey setting. Lite fare menu is also available. Visit our website for upcoming events. You never know who might stop by to play a few tunes on our house piano. vine & tap Discover Something Unique Apopka s Finest Wine & Craft Beer 1061 West Orange Blossom Trail, Located in Victoria Plaza

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40 August Orange County Mayoral Debate Wednesday, August 8 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Orlando Repertory Theatre 1001 E Princeton St. Orlando, FL The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 40 Chamber has many events scheduled for next few months New Member Orientation Tuesday, September 18 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Apopka Area Chamber Building 180 East Main Street Breakfast & Learn - Morning Mingle Tuesday, August 14 7:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m. UCF Business Incubator 325 S McGee Ave. Leadership Apopka Session 8 Thursday, August 16 New Member Orientation Tuesday, August 21 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Apopka Area Chamber Building 180 East Main Street Business After Hours Sam s Club Thursday, August 30 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m S Orange Blossom Trail September Breakfast & Learn - Morning Mingle Tuesday, September 11 7:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m. UCF Business Incubator 325 S McGee Ave. Leadership Apopka Session 9 (Graduation) Thursday, September 20 Business After Hours Florida Hospital Apopka Thursday, September 27 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m Ocoee Apopka Rd. October Breakfast & Learn - Morning Mingle Tuesday, October 9 7:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m. UCF Business Incubator 325 S McGee Ave. New Member Orientation Tuesday, October 16 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Apopka Area Chamber Building 180 East Main Street Business After Hours Mullinax Ford Thursday, October 25 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m E Semoran Blvd. The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce hosted one of the Business AFter Hours events earlier this year. November Breakfast & Learn - Morning Mingle Tuesday, November 13 7:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m. UCF Business Incubator 325 S McGee Ave. New Member Orientation Tuesday, November 13 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. UCF Business Incubator 325 S McGee Ave. December Breakfast & Learn - Morning Mingle Tuesday, December 11 7:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m. UCF Business Incubator 325 S McGee Ave. Business After Hours Holiday Party Thursday, December 13 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Apopka Area Chamber Building 180 East Main Street New Member Orientation Tuesday, December 18 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Apopka Area Chamber Building 180 East Main Street Varsha Patel It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation. - Herman Melville Apopka's Destination for Steaks and Fine Dining STEAKS FRESH SEAFOOD FINE WINE 1418 Rock Springs Rd., (Next to Beef 'O' Brady's) STEAK (7832) Wed. & Thurs. 4:30 p.m p.m. Fri. & Sat. 4:30 p.m p.m.

41 West Orange Aviation Authority 120 East Main Street PH: (407) Orthodontist Baptiste Orthodontics 12 South Park Avenue PH: (407) FX: (407) Modern Orthodontics 515 North Park Avenue Suite 107 PH: (407) Smile Concepts Orthodontics, Inc. 551 North Park Avenue, Ste. A PH: (407) FX: (407) Overhead Doors Florida Door Solutions 777 S. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Miner Florida 1401 Ocoee Apopka Road Suite 200 PH: (407) FX: (407) Painting Worthington Painting Inc Rock Creek St. PH: (407) Party Supplies Brass Pin Linen, LLC 535 Cooper Commerce Dr. Suite 350 PH: (407) Pavement Maintenance Reliable Pavement Maintenance, Inc Jujube Dr. Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Payroll Services First Card Merchant Services 1317 Branch Hill Ct. PH: (407) FX: (407) Personal Chef Imagine That Food Consultants PH: (407) Personal Training B-6 Fit Training 1458 Rock Springs Road PH: (407) COREBODY FX 175 E. Main St. PH: (407) Retro Fitness Apopka 480 South Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (321) Pest Control All Seasons Pest Control 435 W. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Critter & Pest Defense 3689 Rock Springs Road PH: (407) FX: (407) Evergreen 1200 Tilden Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Pet Food Tractor Supply Company 131 W. 2nd St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Pet Sitting Cavalier Pet Care P.O. Box 2381 PH: (407) Pet Store Sea Life Aquarium & Reptiles 174 Semoran Commerce Pl. #A101 PH: (407) Pharmacy The Pharmacy Store 101 S. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Photography Griffith Photographers 2428 Wyndam Bay Pl. PH: (407) FX: (407) SolidRock Drone Services, Inc Palm Bluff Drive PH: (407) Physician-Chiropractic Apopka Wellness Center 424 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Injury Health & Wellness 316 S. Central Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Physician-Dentist A Soft Touch In Family Dental Care 450 Errol Parkway. PH: (407) FX: (407) All Smiles Family Dental, PA The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 41 List: More of membership list of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Continued from page Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Cohil, Kirk K., DDS, PA, 2525 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Davidson, Suzanne N. D.M.D E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) Petrilli, Richard, DMD 1585 N. Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Sage Dental 2444 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (561) Schroeder, Katrina, DMD 200 A N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Smiles By Design 3290 SR 436 PH: (407) FX: (407) Summerlin, Dr. Doyle 1414 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Physician-Oncology & Hematology Hunt Club Medical Care 3191 E Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Shaw, Dr. Rahn 202 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Physician-Podiatry Orlando Foot & Ankle Clinic 202 N. Park Ave. #500 PH: (407) FX: (407) Pizza Jet s Pizza 436 S. Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (321) Marcos s Pizza 2300 E. Semoran Blvd. Rosati s Pizza Pub 550 S. Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (407) Taverna at Rock Springs Ridge 625 Rock Springs Blvd. PH: (407) Plumbing Bowen Plumbing 40 E. Orange St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Dragon Plumbing, Inc Pemberton Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Pool Cleaning Service Best Pool Care 743 Via Milano PH: (407) Preschool Daydreams Child Development Center 204 S. Central Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Kiddie Academy of Apopka 2334 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) Learning Tree Academy 340 E. Votaw Rd. PH: (407) Little Sprouts Day Academy 509 South Park Avenue PH: (407) FX: (407) The Learning Experience Apopka 2295 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Printing A & C Printing 174 B Semoran Commerce Place Ste. #117 PH: (407) American Solutions for Business PO Box 1165 PH: (321) FX: (321) ASAP Quick Print & Promotional of Florida P.O. Box 32 PH: (407) FX: (407) Gramac Printing/Atek Ind. 34 E. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) The Printers 2098 Sprint Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Printing & Typesetting Gramac Printing/Atek Ind. 34 E. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Printing-Wide Format FastSigns 3030 E. Semoran Blvd. #236 PH: (407) FX: (407) Private School Christian Learning Academy 750 Roger Williams Road PH: (407) Forest Lake Academy 500 Education Loop PH: (407) FX: (407) Production Motitude Media P.O. Box 608 Plymouth, FL PH: (407) Professional Services Momentum Music Group LLC N. Rock Springs Road PH: (407) Vaco Orlando, LLC 485 North Keller Road Suite 451 Maitland, FL PH: (321) FX: (407) Professional Sport Franchise Orlando Magic 8701 Maitland Summit Blvd. Orlando, FL PH: (407) Promotional Products American Solutions for Business PO Box 1165 PH: (321) FX: (321) ASAP Quick Print & Promotional of Florida P.O. Box 32 PH: (407) FX: (407) The Sunshine Group 125 S. Swoope Ave. #101 Maitland, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Property & Casualty Brown & Brown Insurance 1300 Citizen Blvd. Leesburg, FL PH: (407) Gentry Insurance Agency P.O. Box PH: (407) FX: (407) Property Management Specialty Management Company of Central Florida 882 Jackson Ave. Winter Park, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Taurus Southern Investments LLC 610 North Wymore Road Suite 200 Maitland, FL PH: (321) FX: (407) Vanson Property Group LLC 522 Hunt Club, #320 PH: (407) FX: (407) Public Relations Alan Byrd & Associates 2144 Hidden Pine Ln. PH: (407) Elizabeth Charles & Assoc. P.O. Box Orlando, FL PH: (407) Publication Orlando Business Journal 255 South Orange Avenue Suite 650 Orlando, FL PH: (407) Publishing Orlando Business Journal 255 South Orange Avenue Suite 650 Orlando, FL PH: (407) Radio Station Apopka s 1520 am WBZW 1188 Lake View Dr. Altamonte Springs, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Real Estate Ann Agee, Realtor 848 White Ivey Court PH: (407) Arrowsmith Realty, Inc. 214 South Lake Avenue PH: (407) FX: (407) Belben Realty Group 3458 Mallaig Ct. PH: (407) FX: (866) Fidelity National (Chelsea) Title 1209 N. Donnelly St Mt. Dora, FL PH: (407) Home Wise Realty 3313 Walton Rd. PH: (407) Home Wise Realty Group 217 N. Westmonte Dr. Altamonte Springs, FL PH: (407) See list Page 47

42 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 42 Christine Horvay and Robert Agrusa, Chamber President, pose for a picture at the golf tournament. The annual Chamber Golf tournament was held at Zellwood Station. There were some great prizes available for winning at the annual golf tournament. A Christian Education is a Gift That Lasts a Lifetime C H R I S T I A N A C A D E M Y Apopka Chamber s ambassadors represent Chamber in the community Chair: Cory Miller, Loanwise Direct Powered by Planet Home Lending, LLC Mission: Ambassadors serve as official hosts of the Chamber of Commerce at ribbon cuttings, open houses, spotlight events, Business After Hours, Membership events, and other Chamber functions Ambassadors: Heather Baker Conswello Bradley Cremane Bryant Nikki Cook Janet Crossfield Steve Deviese Ralo Flores Modean Heaton Kathy Hopper Betty Junkun Cory Miller Jacquelyn Parris Rosa Paulson Frances Portalatin Karen Raborn Erika Wright A Book s Christian Academy offers an outstanding education through highly motivated teachers and staff members. From an early age, we encourage and challenge students to develop talent and skills in many areas including student leadership, Spanish, music, and academics Roger Williams Road NOW ACCEPTING STUDENTS FOR THE 2018/2019 SCHOOL YEAR 3 Years Old to 7th Grade Business After Hours events July Sage Dental Aug Marden Ridge Apartments Sept Mid Florida Agencies, Apopka Oct Costco Jan Hour Fitness Feb The Tavern at the Rock Springs Ridge March Kats Vine and Tap April (no BAH) Business Expo May 2018-Orlando Health June Hilton Altamonte Springs

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44 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 44 BOW WOW RESORT Our team of trained, knowledgeable and caring staff help improve the quality of life for both dogs and the owners who love them. Bow Wow Resort offers day care, boarding, and grooming for your dog. Why choose Bow Wow Resort? Here are a few reasons why you should choose Bow Wow Resort for your precious pet. Commitment Bow Wow Resort is committed to providing a safe, healthy, and stimulating recreational environment that meets your dog s physical and social needs. How do they do this? With their team of trained, knowledgeable and caring staff, whose mission is to improve the quality of life for both dogs and the owners who love them. They know how much your furry companions mean to you, and they treat every dog that comes through the door as if they were their own. Atmosphere Bow Wow Resort offers a pleasant, fun atmosphere for your furry companion, regardless of whether you require doggy day care or boarding for an extended period of time. They pride themselves in being a progressive facility, providing their guests with rooms to give them a home away from home feeling. Your dog is able to socialize and exercise throughout the day in one of the seven outdoor yards, or one of the two indoor play areas, all of which provide a clean and safe environment for all sizes. Safety First Bow Wow Resort provides their guests the opportunity to socialize and play in groups for the majority of their stay. It is therefore imperative that their staff is able to safely handle and interact with your dog. They are committed to the safety of all involved; therefore dogs play with each other based on size and temperament. Their trained staff is always on hand in the yards to supervise play times, and of course give lots of love, attention, fuss, and belly rubs where needed!! Bow Wow Resort is now under new ownership. They are located at 3468 E. Semoran Boulevard in Apopka. You may call them at or visit them online at All progress takes place outside the comfort zone. Michael John Bobak Grooming Offered Monday through Wednesday. Call for pricing and appointments. & Lots of Love! Day Care Offered Monday through Friday. Space is limited so reservations are highly encouraged. Supervised activity that allows dogs to interact and play with dogs of similar size and disposition. Boarding Offered 365 days a year. Call now to reserve E Semoran Blvd., Apopka

45 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 45 Trinity Christian School provides Christian education and childcare for nursery through 8th grade Trinity Christian School has served families in the Apopka area for more than 40 years, transforming the lives of thousands of students who have benefited from nursery through 8th grade programs. TCS is a safe and nurturing environment, where each student can realize their God-given potential with which to impact the world. TCS partners with families to provide a caring learning environment that develops the whole child academically, spiritually, physically, and socially. With a vision to prepare young people with the spiritual and academic foundation to obey God s will for their lives, and to walk in a manner worthy of their calling, TCS endeavors to model and instill Christlike character while imparting Biblical truths and challenging educational instruction. TCS encourages students to become Christian leaders with servant s hearts for future generations. Superb classroom learning experiences await all age groups including VPK. TCS is known for providing high quality Christ-centered education and intentional character education in small classes with a caring faculty and staff. These values have been recognized by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and AdvancED, the two agencies through which TCS has been accredited. To further assist families, TCS provides childcare for infants through VPK. Extended care is available Monday through Friday, from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. for registered students. Summer day care is also available to both TCS and non-tcs students. To learn more about Trinity Christian School, please visit their website at You are invited to call the office at to schedule a tour of the campus and receive additional information. You will love where TCS is heading. 9th Grade coming ! Trinity Christian School Equipping students with a Christian foundation for time and eternity Voted Best Christian School in Apopka Serving the Apopka community for over 40 years Accredited through ACSI/AdvancEd Quality, challenging Christian based curriculum Fine Arts Program including Band & Music Classes Sports Teams: Volleyball, Soccer & Basketball Weekly classes in Spanish, Library, Art, Music, & Technology for elementary students Nursery through 8th grade including VPK Daily P.E. for K-5th & Option for 6th-8th Accelerated Reading Program MS Elective Options include Art, Technology, Band, Jazz Band, Chorus & Drawing Jr. BETA Club & Running Club Before & After Care Available Some Scholarships Accepted 1022 S. Orange Blossom Trail DCF Lic. # C09OR0932

46 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 46 Apopka s two high schools rank high Wekiva High School Mustangs continue to Prepare for Greatness this year through a wide range of academic, athletic, and curricular successes. Academically, students benefit from opportunities in the Dual Enrollment Laser Photonic Magnet, the Agri-Science Magnet, and our Scholar Academy which will now include the AICE Curriculum through Cambridge International. We suapport two NAF academies, including Academy of Hospitality and Tourism with a focus on the Culinary Arts and Academy of Finance, where students can earn ready-to-work certifications. Students also earn industry certifications in culinary, electronics, TV production, health, digital art, agri-science, drafting, and business. Additionally, students in the arts from dance, band, orchestra, chorus, drama, piano, and guitar won accolades at the state and national level. Our chorus opened the season for the Orlando Magic, and we were once again selected as an anchor choir for Disney s Michele Erickson, Wekiva High School principal Candlelight Processional. Wekiva had more students achieve an AA degree while completing their high school diplomas, and nineteen student-athletes signed scholarships to compete at the next level. Students continue to excel with community service by donating during Lyle Heinz Apopka High School principal regularly scheduled blood drives, and numerous clubs and organizations are offered for student activities. Great job, Mustangs! Apopka High School continues to use her tradition of excellence to help students succeed in the present while preparing them for the future. Our fine and performing arts students consistently earn top marks in competitive art shows and on the stage, while our robotics program continues to earn local, state, and national attention. Whether students are part of the Medical Magnet, Engineering Magnet, Performing and Fine Arts Academy, Agri-Science or something else, Apopka High School is truly a place for students to discover, develop, and dare to follow their dreams. Blue Darters also excelled on the playing field, capturing another team state championship in boys bowling and a state championship bowler. AHS also offers students a wide choice of extra-curricular opportunities such as SGA, Senior Class Council, Debate Team, Marine Corps JROTC, and many other student organizations. The school year was our first year as a digital school. AHS continues to lead the way in innovative education! It s great to be a Blue Darter! Supporting The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce We proudly thank the chamber and the staff for their constant support to our schools, businesses and people in our community. WEKIVA High School Member since N. Hiawassee Rd. APOPKA High School Member since W. Martin St.

47 Keller Williams Heritage Realty 1150 Douglas Avenue #2020 Altamonte Springs, FL Keller Williams- Emily Armstrong 708 East Colonial Drive Ste. 200 Orlando, FL PH: (407) Lou Haubner Realty, Inc. 140 E. First St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Prestige Realty Consultants 175 East Main Street Suite 111B PH: (407) Priority One Homes Team P.O. Box Longwood, FL PH: (407) Re/Max Touchstone 515 N. Park Ave, Ste. 103 PH: (407) FX: (866) Watson Realty - Jodi Canahuate 1445 West 434 Suite 100 Longwood, FL PH: (407) Real Estate Broker Prestige Realty Consultants 175 East Main Street, Suite 111B PH: (407) Taurus Southern Investments LLC 610 North Wymore Road Suite 200 Maitland, FL PH: (321) FX: (407) Real Estate Developer- Commercial Rochelle Holdings 260 Wekiva Springs Road #2090 Longwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Real Estate Developer- Residential Prestige Realty Consultants 175 East Main Street Suite 111B PH: (407) Real Estate Development Rochelle Holdings 260 Wekiva Springs Road #2090 Longwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Taurus Southern Investments LLC 610 North Wymore Road Suite 200 Maitland, FL PH: (321) FX: (407) Real Estate Law Nishad Khan P.L.Real Estate and Business law 617 East Colonial Drive Orlando, FL PH: (407) Real Estate-Commercial Mighty Realty 54 East Main Street PH: (407) Real Estate-Residential Mighty Realty 54 East Main Street PH: (407) Realtor Keller Williams Heritage Realty 1150 Douglas Avenue #2020 Altamonte Springs, FL KW Heritage 1150 Douglas Ave. #2020 Altamonte Springs, FL PH: (407) La Rosa Realty 407 Wekiva Springs Road #115 Longwood, FL PH: (407) Remax Premier Realty US Highway 441 Mount Dora, FL PH: (352) Watson Realty - Jodi Canahuate The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 47 List: More of membership list of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Continued from page West 434 Suite 100 Longwood, FL PH: (407) Reiki Master Teacher Margaret s Reflections of Hope 465 Oakland Ave PH: (732) Remodeling BDW Remodeling and Home Repair, Inc Lake Frances Drive PH: (321) FX: (407) Precision Marble, LLC 887 Ocoee-Apopka Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Rentals Vernadahs at Hunt Club Apartments 3000 Foxhill Circle PH: (407) FX: (407) Reptiles Sea Life Aquarium & Reptiles 174 Semoran Commerce Pl. #A101 PH: (407) Restaurant B Cupcakes 3030 E. Semoran Blvd. #196 PH: (407) Beef O Brady s 1410 N. Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Bubbalou s BBQ 1701 Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Caffe Positano 3030 E. Semoran Blvd #108 PH: (407) Catfish Place of Apopka, The 311 Forest Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Charlie Graingers 1097 W. Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) Chick-Fil-A at Hunt Club 3050 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Chili s Grill & Bar - W. OBT 1634 W. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins 212 E. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Edible Arrangements 2424 East Semoran Blvd Apopka, FL PH: (407) Firehouse Subs 1608 W. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Firehouse Subs, Hwy E. SR 436, #1013 PH: (407) FX: (407) Fuddruckers 2300 East Semoran Blvd, Unit A PH: (407) FX: (407) Garibaldi Mexican Restaurant 2279 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Highland Manor 604 E. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Hungry Howie s Pizza & Subs 205 W. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Hurricane Grill & Wings 2209 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) Jet s Pizza 436 S. Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (321) Kat s Vine & Tap, Inc West Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) Keke s Breakfast Cafe 2209 E. Semoran Blvd. Ste. B PH: (407) Kona-Ice, Inc Weldon Drive Eustis, FL PH: (407) Marcos s Pizza 2300 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (321) Maryland Fried Chicken 1672 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) McDonald s 221-A East Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) New York Pizza Baby 380 Semoran Commerce Place PH: (407) Panera Bread PH: (407) Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 989 West Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) Porkie s Original BBQ 256 E. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Ricopan Bakery 2471 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) Rosati s Pizza Pub 550 S. Hunt Club Blvd. PH: (407) San Miguel Mexican Grill 1442 West Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) Something Fishy 2107 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (321) Sonny s BBQ 2210 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Sus Hi Eatstation 380 South State Road 434 #1004 Altamonte Springs, FL PH: (407) Taverna at Rock Springs Ridge 625 Rock Springs Blvd. PH: (407) Tijuana Flats Tex-Mex 1099 West Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Apopka 3030 East Semoran Blvd Suite 232 PH: (407) Retail-Household Items Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market 820 Balmy Beach Road PH: (407) See list Page 52 Licensed (A and B ) geprotection.org GE PROTECTION WE PROVIDE COMPLETE SERVICES: Security Officer Services Private Security Services Licensed Security Officers On-Site Security Services Private Investigators Patrol Services (407) (407) Family owned & operated Celebrating 29 Years! NOW OFFERING a Complete AUTO REPAIR SERVICE 1000 E. Semoran Blvd. (Hwy 436) Apopka Open Mon.-Sat. C A R D S Reg.# MV-02125

48 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 48 Victory Church World Outreach Center... a place for you Pictured above are, (l-r), Senior Pastors Doug Bankson and Jeri Bankson. Victory Church considers it an honor to be an active member of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce. We believe that building strong and wholesome communities is absolutely vital for any society, and organizations such as the chamber do exactly that! At Victory Church, we have a saying: From our Neighborhoods, to the Nations. As followers of Jesus Christ, we wholeheartedly believe that, in order to reach the world, you must first reach those who live next door! Our first desire is to see people of all ages come to the saving knowledge and love of Jesus Christ, and we believe that building unity in our community by lending a helping hand is the key to creating a vibrant city filled with opportunity! As a church, we just want to say that we love Apopka! Since 1995, when Senior Pastors Doug and Jeri Bankson first founded Victory Church, we found ourselves absolutely thankful that God had called us to plant our roots in this fine city. From the fire and police departments, to the local mayor s office, local schools, and all the wonderful businesses and community organizations, we consider ourselves incredibly blessed to call Apopka home! Over the years, we ve been honored to see Apopka grow from a small town to a large bustling community, where people from all around come to live and raise their families! As we continue in our endeavor to play a positive role in the city s growth, we look forward to the many years ahead helping to feed the roots of this great city! Victory Church has services on Sundays at 10 a.m., and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. To contact Victory Church or to learn more, please call or visit their website at www. VictoryChurchApopka.com. Victory Church Because you were born to win! Overcoming fear is reprogramming your thoughts to align with God s. Pastor Doug Bankson

49 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 49 Foliage Sertoma Foliage Sertoma Club has been supporting charities for over 40 years Club Of Apopka Service To Mankind Our Mission Sertoma exists for the high and noble purpose of SERVICE TO MANKIND by communication of thoughts, ideas and concepts to accelerate human progress in health, education, freedom and democracy. The Foliage Sertoma Club extends an open invitation to meet with them for lunch (reservations are not required) the first and third Tuesday, from noon to 1 p.m. at Beef O Brady s. To learn more about the Foliage Sertoma Club visit our web site at Pictured above is one of the many floats that participated in the 2017 Christmas Parade. Forty-four years ago on June 29, 1974, Sertoma International formally chartered the Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka with 27 members. Today, the club exists for the high and noble purpose of service to mankind by communication of thoughts, ideas, and concepts to accelerate human progress in health, education, freedom, and democracy while serving the community. Sertoma s motto is Making Life Worthwhile. The Foliage Sertoma Club has a rich history of community service. The primary mission is to support the hearing and speech impaired. The Foliage Sertoma Club roster reads like the Who s Who of the greater Apopka area: Business Owners; Accountants; Bankers; and many outstanding men and women of this great community. They come to network. They come to enjoy good company. They come to serve. Foliage Sertoma Club fundraising activities provides support to a variety of organizations. In addition, the club organizes and sponsors the annual Apopka Christmas Parade, lifting holiday spirit in Apopka and throughout Central Florida. Among the organizations the Foliage Sertoma Club is proud to support or have helped in the past are Camp Endeavor, Sertoma Hearing & Speech Foundation of Florida, Sertoma Looping Project (along with the City of Apopka), Apopka Citizens Police Academy Alumni, Russell Home for A-typical Children, Ronald McDonald House, Families at Christmas, Boy Scouts of America, Orange County Public Schools, Debbie Turner Cancer Center, Miss Apopka Pageant, and the Apopka Mayor s Prayer Breakfast. Some organizations are big on pins and brightly colored vests. Sertoma is big on service, on getting important things done, and on having fun through the whole process. If you enjoy the company of bright people doing significant work, then you need to take a look at Sertoma. The Foliage Sertoma Club extends an open invitation to meet with them for lunch (reservations are not required) the first and third Tuesday, from noon to 1 p.m. at Beef O Brady s in Apopka. For more information regarding Foliage Sertoma Club activities or membership, come have lunch with us!

50 Founded in 1937 by 23 educators, CFE Federal Credit Union serves more than 150,000 members. With over $1.7 billion in total assets, CFE offers its members an array of financial products and services at 22 full-service branches, six high school branches, and more than 40 ATMs. Anyone who lives, works, worships, volunteers, or attends school in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, or Lake counties may become a member. Qualified businesses and other entities may join as well. Immediate family members are automatically eligible to join. Immediate family members include parents, grandparents, siblings, spouses, and stepparents. CFE Federal Credit Union has earned countless awards and recognitions, including NAFCU s Federal Credit Union of the Year, the League of Southeastern Credit Unions Credit The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 50 Let CFE Federal Credit Union help your business achieve its goals CFEFCU in Apopka is located at 847 S. Orange Blossom Trail. Union of the Year, the Florida Education Commissioners Business Award, the UCF President s Partnership Award, Onyx Magazine s Cultural Diversity Award, the Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Award, and the Louise Herring CU Philosophy in Action Award. CFE is the Official Financial Institution of the UCF Knights and owns the naming rights to the CFE Arena on the University of Central Florida campus. CFE is the Preferred Credit Union for Seminole State College. CFE ranked in the top twenty for mid-size companies (100 to 499 employees) in the Orlando Sentinel s 2015 Top 100 Companies for Working Families. CFE was named Community Champion in 2014 and the Healthiest Workplace in 2016 by the Orlando Sentinel s Top 100 Companies for Working Families. To learn more about how CFE can help your business achieve its goals, call or outside Orlando. CFE Federal Credit Union LENDING YOUR BUSINESS WHAT IT NEEDS FOR GROWTH AND STABILITY Since 1937, CFE has been committed to providing financial support to thousands of Central Florida residents and businesses by offering a full suite of products and services, including: Business Accounts Business Equipment Loans and Mortgages Auto Loans Checking & Savings Accounts Credit Cards Personal Loans Residential Mortgages To learn more about how CFE can help your business, come visit us at any of our 22 branch locations or call or outside Orlando. Equal Housing Lender

51 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 51 Costco Wholesale in Altamonte Springs welcomed the members of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce for a Business After Hours event. During the Apopka Area Hob Nob and Straw Poll event, Dylan Thomas of Orange County Public Schools explains the millage vote issue to a voter. Apopka Chamber ambassadors keep good will in the community Ann Agee Charlie Goodwin Conswello Bradley Karen Raborn Kathy Hopper Leanne Fleischer Ralo Flores Rick Prindiville Ronney Aleman Steve Deviese Suehaidy Torres Tamara Phillips

52 Retail-Pool & Spa Pinch-A-Penny # E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Retired Associate Member Alfano, Fred and Alice 2680 Lake Grassmere Cr. Zellwood, FL PH: (407) Broadway, Sharon PH: (407) Hopper, Marion & Kathy P.O. Box 644 PH: (407) Huth, Kay 2720 Maxwell Dr. PH: (407) Nelson, Earl & Flo 243 N. Washington Ave. PH: (407) Odom, Faye P P.O. Box 279 Plymouth, FL PH: (407) Otero, Joseph & Mary 2218 Caraquet Dr. PH: (407) Rosen, Bob 636 Cheviot Ct. PH: (407) Saboff, Jacqueline 1145 Errol Pkwy. PH: (407) Retirement Community Zellwood Station Co-op 2126 Spillman Dr. Zellwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Retirement Planning Edward Jones 3316 East State Road 436 PH: (407) FX: (888) Edward Jones- Byron Tobias 175 East Main Street PH: (407) FX: (855) Roofing Lewis Roofing 1428 East Semoran Blvd. #109 PH: (407) FX: (407) Stanley s Roofing, Inc Platinum Rd. #K PH: (407) The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 52 List: More of membership list of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Continued from page 27 FX: (407) School Apopka Memorial Middle School 425 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Clay Springs Elementary 555 N. Wekiwa Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Forest Lake Academy 500 Education Loop PH: (407) FX: (407) Lakeville Elementary 2015 Lakeville Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Lovell Elementary 815 Roger Williams Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Orange County Public Schools 445 W. Amelia St. Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Phillis Wheatley Elementary 2 West 18th St. Thank You Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce for many years of service promoting business and community growth Apopka Office Supply 400 North Park Avenue, Fax: PH: (407) FX: (407) Piedmont Lakes Middle School 2601 Lakeville Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Rock Springs Elementary 2400 Rock Springs Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) The Learning Experience Apopka 2295 E. Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Wekiva High School 2501 N. Hiawassee Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Wolf Lake Elementary 1771 Ponkan Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Wolf Lake Middle School 1725 W. Ponkan Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Zellwood Elementary 3551 Washington St. Zellwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) School Board Orange County School Board 445 W. Amelia St. Orlando, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) School-Private Apopka Christian Academy 509 South Park Avenue PH: (407) FX: (407) Hampden DuBose Academy P.O. Box 639 Zellwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Trinity Christian School 1022 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Seafood Restaurant Something Fishy 2107 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (321) Second hand Goodwill Industries of Central Florida 1312 East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Secretarial/ Administrative Support Professional Executive Services 1655 E. Semoran Blvd. #4 PH: (407) FX: (407) Security G.E. Protection 2204 Pinyon Road PH: (407) FX: (407) Security Camera Installation Pioneer Technologies PO Box 325 PH: (407) FX: (407) World Class Installations, Inc. 540 Cooper Oaks Court PH: (407) FX: (407) Security Systems A Abra Key Dabra Locksmith 22 W. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Liberty Locksmiths & Security Products, Inc. 541 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Self Development Institute for Human Development, Inc Foxfire Dr. PH: (407) Septic Tank/Drainfield Shelley s Septic Tank, Inc 6505 West Jones Avenue Zellwood, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Shelter-Homeless Lighthouse Mission of Orlando, The 2554 Overland Rd. PH: (407) Shopping Center Victoria Plaza, Inc Venetian Way Winter Park, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Signs & Graphics FastSigns 3030 E. Semoran Blvd. #236 PH: (407) FX: (407) Social Media Apopka Chief, The 400 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) Apopka Voice 325 South McGee PH: (407) Sports & Recreation Central Florida Sports Ventures, LLC 1125 Bartow Road Suite 302 Lakeland, FL PH: (863) FX: (863) CPS Sportsplex, LLC 110 Athletes Row PH: (407) Sports Complex CPS Sportsplex, LLC 110 Athletes Row PH: (407) Staffing Agency Professional Executive Services 1655 E. Semoran Blvd. #4 PH: (407) FX: (407) Vaco Orlando, LLC 485 North Keller RoadSuite 451 Maitland, FL PH: (321) FX: (407) Substance Abuse Central Florida Recovery Centers- Om to Home 1124 South Park Avenue PH: (321) Summer Camp Breaking Point Martial Arts 809 South Orange Blossom Trail PH: (321) Tax Service Abacus Accounting LLC 2941 West SR 434 Ste 400 Longwood, FL PH: (321) FX: (888) Technical School OCPS Tech Center- Westside Campus 955 East Story Road Winter Garden, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Telecommunications CenturyLink 555 Lake Border Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Thrift Store St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store 770 S. Orange Blossom Tr. PH: (407) FX: (407) See list Page 55

53 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 53 The Orange County Sherriff s Office notes work of one of Apopka s own Crime is down in Orange County, way down. Much of it has to do with deputies like Sector 1 Master Deputy Steven Rojas. Sector 1 mostly comprises the unincorporated portion of Orange County within Apopka, and keeping the area safe is the number one priority of Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings. Working off-duty at Phyllis Wheatley, one day Rojas met a young man. Let s call him Mike. Master Deputy Rojas saw a young man who needed a good role model and used his own personal time to mentor the young man, made sure he got to school each day, and helped him make extracurricular activities on time. Countywide, the same example of selflessness and community engagement takes place with deputies from the Orange County Sheriff s Office. These acts of altruism, along with strategic Pictured above is Sector 1 Master Deputy Steven Rojas. He, like many others, is making it his priority to keep Apopka safe. community policing, have brought about significant reductions in crime. Countywide, year to date homicides are down 5%, robberies are down 4%, automobile burglaries down 23%, and residential burglaries down 27%. In total, crime in Orange County is down 18% from a year ago. Mike has since finished high school and has moved on to Valencia College, where he is finishing his Associates degree, much to the joy of Master Deputy Rojas. With Mike moving in the right direction, Rojas is looking for another young person to mentor. The 12 year police veteran believes he has to do something, even if small. I am just doing my part, said Rojas just before jumping into his cruiser to head home from a long day of protecting and serving the community. I just hope my little bit helps. More than you know Deputy Rojas, more than you know. Sheriff Jerry L. Demings and the Orange County Sheriff s Office congratulate the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce for their dedication to the citizens of Apopka. NOW HIRING The Orange County Sheriff s Office seeks qualified Florida certified candidates interested in a career as a Deputy. Positions are open in Uniform Patrol, Court Security (full-time and part-time). Reserve Deputy Volunteer, and Auxiliary Deputy Volunteer. Academy sponsorships, as well as civilian positions, are also available. Please visit our website for more information. The Orange County Sheriff s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. Winston S. Churchill

54 The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page 54 TheApopkaChief.com The Voice of The Community since Community Business Lifestyle Sports Opinion Advertising The Apopka Chief and The Planter Newspapers For all businesses - large and small, new or established, we can help with a winning advertising campaign. We specialize in innovative ideas and solutions to help you market your business. Get Your E-edition Now! Get important news when it happens ANNUAL REPORT to the COMMUNITY Supplement to The Planter, August 9 and The Apopka Chief, August 10, 2018 Read page by page. Anytime, anywhere & on any device. Subscribe Today! Call or Visit EXECUTIVE Trustees 400 N. Park Ave., Partners Anuvia Plant Nutrients CenturyLink Dealer Services Electronic Locksmith FASTSIGNS, Apopka/Altamonte Gray Robinson (Attorneys at Law) iberiabank, Apopka McLeod Law Firm Sam s Club, Apopka The Coca-Cola Company University of Central Florida Lifestyle Lyle Heinz, new Apopka High principal, is preparing for the school year. See page 1B. The Apopka Chief Volume 96 Number 31 By John Peery west of the Wekiva Parkway. Apopka Chief Staff MEDTech Campus Overlay districts must be between 40 acres and 100 acres, Although details are few on what according to the document about the proposed district. A hospital building could be might be built there, city of Apopka staff is in discussion about a special overlay district on the west side of State Road 429 standards. up to eight stories under the overlay district (Wekiva Parkway) that would allow for In addition to the medical buildings, all types of medical uses from a hospital the MEDTech Campus Overlay district to a freestanding emergency department to would be able to have commercial retail, general medical offices. pharmacies, and restaurants. The MEDTech Campus Overlay District proposal was discussed with Apopka organization that owns nine hospitals, in- Orlando Health is a non-profit medical staff by a representative of Orlando Health cluding Orlando Regional Medical Center at the Development Review Committee and Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. (DRC) meeting held Wednesday, August The organization also runs urgent care, cardiac and cancer care units, as well as imag- 1. DRC is made up of representatives from the various city of Apopka departments. ing centers and labs, and medical offices. The final approval for the overlay Orlando Health currently has no facilities district will come from City Council, but in the immediate Apopka area. much of the work for the proposed district will be done at the staff level. Hilton Garden Inn It is believed that Orlando Health is The DRC saw the final development looking to purchase a 51-acre tract located on the east side of Effie Drive, which is See CITY Page 8A God Bless America Your trusted local news source City looking at medical district at Wekiva Parkway interchange Police emphasize pedestrian safety By John Peery Apopka Chief Staff Being a police officer carries some inherent dangers, but Apopka Police Sergeant Steve Harmon added another one to that list this week in the traffic unit of the Apopka Police Department s pedestrian safety emphasis. As part of the three-day operation, Sgt. Harmon, dressed in plain clothes, crossed Piedmont-Wekiwa Road on the north side crosswalk of the road s intersection with U.S. Highway 441. Harmon kept a keen eye on drivers, not only to make sure he remained safe, but to double-check that the drivers were not breaking the law that requires them to yield to pedestriansessary. Officers also handed out an fines for both pedestrians and drivers. For those drivers who broke the educational brochure about what the For walkers, the fine is $62.50, while law, other Apopka police officers law requires from drivers regarding drivers face a fine of $164 and three were stationed near the intersection pedestrians, who have the right-ofway. The brochure also has a list of See SAFETY Page to give warnings or citations, if nec- 5A Apopka Police Sergeant Steve Harmon walks west in a crosswalk on Piedmont-Wekiwa Road at U.S. Highway 441 as a car passes behind him. Sports An Apopka youth baseball team does well in a national tournament in New York. See page 1C The Apopka Chief Friday, August 3, 2018 / 50 cents Marching band practice Senior flute player Marcela Zaragoza looks at the drum major Monday, July 30, during band camp for the Apopka Blue Darters marching band. The group has been practicing for the past two weeks to prepare for the upcoming school year. Under the direction of Jeremy Langford, the band will perform at halftime of football games this season. The preseason game is August 17 at Daytona Municipal Stadium against the Daytona Beach Mainland Buccaneers. Sample ballots will be out next week By John Peery Apopka Chief Staff Sample ballots for the upcoming primary are scheduled to be mailed Tuesday, August 7, three weeks ahead of the August 28 primary. Voters in Orange County will be sent a sample ballot, which includes a map and driving directions to their polling location, in addition to a representation of their actual ballot. Bill Cowles, Orange County supervisor of elections, said he encourages voters to review the ballot, pre-mark it, and then use it as a guide in the voting booth. Cowles also said voters should pay special attention to their polling location as 20 polling sites across the county have changed since the 2016 election. Four of those voting locations that changed are located in Northwest Orange County. The four polling places that have changed in Northwest Orange County are: * Precinct 229 will move to Apopka Calvary Nazarene at 750 Roger Williams Road from Inspire Centre. * Precinct 232 will move to Grace Pointe Church at 2051 Lester Road from Apopka Golf & Tennis at Errol Estate. See SAMPLE Page 8A Subscribe online today for 52 editions a year! $30 in Orange County ($35 out of county) Price Includes E-Edition

55 List: More of membership list of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Continued from page 27 Tire Distributor 3 D Tire Company, Inc JMT Industrial Dr. #102 PH: (407) FX: (407) AOK Tire Mart 200 W. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Title Company Fidelity National (Chelsea) Title 1209 N. Donnelly St Mt. Dora, FL PH: (407) Tool Rental The Home Depot, Store # W. Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) FX: (407) Trade Show Exhibits FastSigns 3030 E. Semoran Blvd. #236 PH: (407) FX: (407) Transportation Extreme Limousine Inc. For over 25 years, Associates in Dermatology has been a leading practice involved in numerous community outreach programs, including free skin cancer screenings. Skin Cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S.: 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. These disturbing statistics clearly underscore the urgency for yearround sun protection, regular skin self-examinations, and annual visits to a dermatologist. This advice goes for everyone, no matter your ethnicity or skin tone. In addition to surgical excisions of melanoma - the deadliest form of skin cancer - and other skin cancers, skin tumors, lesions and benign moles, our practice also treats other skin conditions including allergic dermatitis, psoriasis, acne, eczema, and diseases of the hair and nails. Cosmetic services such as Botox, Juverderm and laser 2583 Sheila Drive PH: (407) Florida Central Railroad P.O. Box 967 Plymouth, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Travel Agency ATEC TRAVEL 528 Strathclyde Ct. PH: (407) FX: (407) Tree Removal Hatcher s Tree Service P.O. Box 787 Plymouth, FL PH: (407) Trophy & Engraving Apopka Plaque & Trophy 535 Cooper Commerce Dr. #310 PH: (407) FX: (407) University Herzing University 1865 State Road 436 Winter Park, FL PH: (407) Utilities AT & T Services, Inc. The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Report, August 2018, Page Research Pkwy. #158 Orlando, FL PH: (407) CenturyLink 555 Lake Border Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Duke Energy 3300 Exchange Pl. NP4B Lake Mary, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Lake Apopka Natural Gas 1320 Winter Garden Vineland Rd. Winter Garden, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) Veterinarian Apopka Veterinary Clinic 132 W. Main St. PH: (407) FX: (407) Park Avenue Animal Hospital 847 N. Park Ave. PH: (407) FX: (407) Vocational Service Goodwill Industries of Central Florida treatments including Candela V Beam to treat vascular lesions including rosacea and port wine stains, and Dot Therapy to remarkably rejuvenate the skin are also available East Semoran Blvd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Warehouse-Merchandise Apopka Sam s Club 1500 South Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) Costco 741 Orange Ave. Altamonte Springs, FL PH: (407) FX: (407) WASTE MANAGEMENT Vista Landfill 242 W. Keene Rd. PH: (407) FX: (407) Water Filtration Pure 1 Water 2581 Pemberton Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) WKG Water Corp. P.O. Box 1074 PH: (407) Water Softener Pure 1 Water 2581 Pemberton Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Water Treatment Pure 1 Water 2581 Pemberton Dr. PH: (407) FX: (407) Weight Loss B-6 Fit Training 1458 Rock Springs Road PH: (407) COREBODY FX 175 E. Main St. PH: (407) Well Drilling & Water Treatment WKG Water Corp. P.O. Box 1074 PH: (407) Wellness Center Integrative Physical Medicine 225 West State Road 434 Suite 102, Longwood, FL PH: (352) Window Tinting-Auto For the sixth consecutive year, Associates in Dermatology helps keep TV viewers aware of the potential harm associated with increased sun exposure and SunShade Mobile Window Tinting 180 E. Main St. PH: (407) Window Tinting- Commercial SunShade Mobile Window Tinting 180 E. Main St. PH: (407) Window Tinting- Residential SunShade Mobile Window Tinting 180 E. Main St. PH: (407) Yoga Parkside Yoga & Fitness 1079 West Orange Blossom Trail PH: (407) Youth Sports Apopka Pop Warner/AYSA 3910 Jason Dewelley Pkwy PH: (407) Associates in Dermatology, your family s dermatology practice For expert care, see Associates in Dermatology for all your skin, hair and nail needs. sponsors Fox 35 s UV Index feature. While most tune in to see if the day holds beach-time weather, they want to remind viewers to protect themselves while basking in the summer sunshine. Unfortunately, daily exposure to both UVA ( aging ) and UVB ( burning ) rays pose a significant risk of premature aging and skin cancer. Also, most of us ignore that 60%-80% of UVA rays penetrate clouds and 50% pass through window glass! So feel free to call and schedule an appointment for you or your loved ones of all ages (2 and up). Associates in Dermatology s Apopka office is located at 531 Wekiva Commons Circle, off Lake McCoy Drive, east of Apopka Middle School. They also see patients in 13 other Central Florida locations, including Mount Dora. Call them at SKIN or visit them at DermOrlando.com.

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