Events

Lunch & Learn – Deb Shuck, from Dis-abilty to Dif-ability & the Power of…

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Deb Shuck understood from an early age, that she was meant be an advocate. Born with Proximal Femoral Focal Deficiency (PFFD), Deborah grew up wearing an above the knee prosthesis. Despite wearing this prosthesis all her life, she has never let that slow her down. From scuba diving to snow skiing to flying a glider she has met life head on. Her passion is to help educate and raise awareness of issues affecting people with disabilities. Your “Dis-abilty” is often a “Dif-ability” where the way you approach life and tasks is a genuine asset and benefit to organizations and individuals. Deborah is proud to share her experience and knowledge, in the hope that others may understand that a disability can open up a world of possibilities.
Deborah says that she owes a fearless passion to her parents who instilled in her a, “Never take No for an answer attitude.” Deb is also an accomplished business woman took her extensive knowledge and purchased a Structural Steel Fabrication company focusing on commercial buildings. While owning this company she realized a need for an organization focusing on women in business. Deb created and became the founder and president of Women Owners of Florida, Inc. (WOoF) She is continuing to make a difference in her community by focusing on WOoF as a 501©(3) giving back to the community.
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BarCamp After Hours Bradenton

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3 Keys Brewing isn’t quite ready so we’re sticking with Motorworks this time around.  Excellent beer and the BarCamp crew.  What more can you ask for?

Still great people with no agendas, just awesome, cool people from the Bradenton & Sarasota area and interesting conversations.

Register here or at Meetup too so we can reserve the right size table (don’t worry, we always pad for extras and you can never be late!!!): https://www.meetup.com/BarCampSarasota/

BarCamp After Hours Bradenton

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It’s beginning to look a lot like the holidays. Don’t miss this great opportunity to celebrate early together. With no agenda, just awesome, cool people from the Bradenton & Sarasota area and interesting conversations.

As always your team at BarCamp Sarasota-Bradenton is excited for the year we have shared and the new one coming up.

Register here or at Meetup too so we can reserve the right size table (don’t worry, we always pad for extras and you can never be late!!!): https://www.meetup.com/BarCampSarasota/

Ballroom Blitz

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Independent Jones is excited to present Ballroom Blitz.

Tickets are $5.00 in advance, or $7.00 at the door. Beer, wine, soda, water and snacks will be available for CASH purchase.

The doors will open at 7:30 pm, and the show will go until 10:30 pm.

“It is our goal to bring significant bands to local crowds, and significant crowds to local bands”, said Wade Hamilton of Independent Jones. The Bradenton local music scene is alive and growing, and Independent Jones is working to bring it out of the small pockets of activity, and into venues like Manatee Performing Arts Center.

ADDRESS
502 3rd Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205

Independent Jones
Connecting fans, bands, and businesses. #keepupwiththejones

Manatee Performing Arts Center
https://www.manateeperformingartscenter.com/

BarCamp After Hours at Pub 32 Sarasota

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Join us for a great evening with no agenda, just awesome, cool people from the Bradenton & Sarasota area and interesting conversations. After Hours, we’re CoolCamp. We talk about the following and more:

Women Entrepreneurs · Business Strategy · Entrepreneur Networking · Startup Businesses · Entrepreneur Education · Social Entrepreneurship · Startup Incubation · Coworking · Entrepreneurship · Technology Startups

Register at Meetup so we can reserve the right size table (don’t worry, we always pad for extras and you can never be late!!!): https://www.meetup.com/BarCampSarasota/Join us at Pub 32 Sarasota!

BarCamp After Hours at Motorworks Bradenton

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Join us for a great evening with no agenda, just awesome, cool people from the Bradenton & Sarasota area and interesting conversations. After Hours, we’re CoolCamp. We talk about the following and more:

Women Entrepreneurs · Business Strategy · Entrepreneur Networking · Startup Businesses · Entrepreneur Education · Social Entrepreneurship · Startup Incubation · Coworking · Entrepreneurship · Technology Startups

If you haven’t had the opportunity to check out the family friendly beer garden, meet the friendly staff or check out the great beer selection – many from their own brewery – you won’t be disappointed!

Register here or at Meetup too so we can reserve the right size table (don’t worry, we always pad for extras and you can never be late!!!): https://www.meetup.com/BarCampSarasota/

MYP Networking Social

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Young Professionals are invited to join Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) members and guests for casual business networking at the Kona Bar at McKechnie Field.

Tickets are $8 and include a Marauder hat and complimentary souvenir cup with one-time fountain fill up. Tickets must be purchased by June 7 to receive the promo items. Game day tickets will be available for purchase at the gate. Gates open at 5:30 PM, game starts at 6:30 PM.

Contact Craig Warzecha with the Bradenton Marauders to purchase your tickets, 941-747-3031 ext 4353.

Must purchase a game ticket to attend the social.

Mandatory Considerations before using Open Source Code

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Presentation Summary: There is rarely a topic in business that can divide a crowd with as much passion and fury as a political debate. However, Open Source Code has that ability. Whether you’re a software developer, a business owner or an acquirer of businesses, you need to understand Open Source Code. It’s too advantageous to ignore and too dangerous to underestimate.

This presentation will cover:

i) A general history and overview of Open Source Code,
ii) Its legal mechanics and potential legal pitfalls, and
iii) Prudent courses of action for:

Software Developers who are looking to avoid malpractice;
Business Owners who are looking to avoid unforeseen litigation; and
Business Acquirers who are looking to save money on the purchase price of acquisitions.
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Bio: William F. McDonough is the owner of The McDonough Law Office, P.L., where he focuses his practice on Technology Law and related contracts. Mr. McDonough is admitted to practice law in Florida and holds a law degree from Stetson University College of Law, a LL.M. from University of Miami School of Law and a M.B.A from Stetson University. Prior to opening The McDonough Law Office, P.L., Mr. McDonough practiced Mergers and Acquisitions for Allen Systems Group Inc., an enterprise software provider.

Disclaimer: This presentation, along with any subsequent information provided during any Question and Answer session, is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.

Plaza Cubana Pop-Up

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Downtown Bradenton turns up the heat with a tropical rumba celebrating Cuban music, food and culture at the South Florida Museum’s courtyard. Imagine dreamy, twinkling lights overhead, Latin rhythms, Spanish architecture, twirling on the dance floor, dominos clicking, salsa music from a ten-piece brass band, Cuban food, coffee, and frosty beverages with old (and new!) friends… Encantador—enchanting—with a Cuban flair.

FEATURING

  • An event for the 18–34 year-old crowd
  • Free Entry
  • Live Music of Orquesta Los Soneros
  • Food & Drink
  • Salsa Dancing
  • Fun activities like dominos, jumbo Jenga, and more!

WHAT’S UP WITH THIS POPUP THING?

PopUps for a Purpose is an experiment in creating vibrancy among Millennials in innovative ways. Nine pop-up style events, from October 2015 through May 2016, will temporarily transform outdoor spaces into event venues designed to spark dialogue and imagination in downtown Bradenton. Events like Plaza Cubana in the South Florida Museum courtyard aim to accelerate local community engagement among the nation’s most diverse generation. Join the party on Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat to stay connected!

Women in Technology

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Our speaker, Renitia Bertoluzzi, MSEE, has led a remarkable career ranging from overseeing Intel worldwide manufacturing operations to a mentor-in-residence at TechStars Boston, one of the top technology accelerators in the world. In Boston, Reni mentored the 12 Fall 2014 startups that were chosen out of more than 1000 applicants. She intimately knows how actively recruiting women into technology brings breadth, depth to any organization, and measurably increases competitiveness in our marketplaces.

Reni will share:

– Her first-hand account of common challenges that can block entry and success for women in technical fields
– Current state of women in technology, and why we should care
– Principles and best practices in use today at Intel and elsewhere, directly applicable to local Suncoast Florida businesses

Are you ready? Is your business purposely recruiting for diversity? What unique challenges will you face? What practical, pragmatic steps ensure a successful process? Join us to learn from an exceptional industry leader, how to leverage Women in Technology to create more competitive advantage in our local Suncoast businesses.

About Renitia Bertoluzzi:

Renitia Bertoluzzi, MSEE has led a career that’s ranged from overseeing worldwide manufacturing operations for Intel to mentoring startups through a variety of design and technology challenges. She has experience growing and leading high performance teams in a multitude of countries – Malaysia, Costa Rica, Philippines, China, Vietnam, and the US – and uses a combination of hands-on problem-solving and the big-picture vision to inspire organizations to reach their full potential.

Reni now consults with companies around the world to address their manufacturing and organizational growing pains, as well as rescue at-risk projects. When she’s not tackling complex business problems, Reni travels, collects indigenous art, and finds awesome new places to sail. Reni can be contacted at reni@redinnovations.com and on LinkedIn: https://ww.linkedin.com/in/renitiabertoluzzi

Reni is a mentor-in-residence at TechStars Boston, one of the top technology accelerators in the world. Reni mentored the 12 Fall 2014 startups that were chosen out of more than 1000 applicants. https://www.techstars.com/program/locations/boston/