Events

YPG After Hours

Join us on Thursday, November 2nd at Louies Modern for this month’s YPG After Hours! Whether you’re looking to make new friends, build your network, or learn more about what Sarasota has to offer, this is a great opportunity to connect with other young professionals in the region. Along with great drink specials, enjoy appetizing lite bites for the duration of the event.

**This event is free for YPG Members and $15 for future members at the door. Pre-registration is not required.

Mark your calendars for the first Thursday of each month for the area’s longest running networking event just for young professionals!

For questions regarding this event or the YPG, please contact YPG Coordinator, Mimi Cirbusova, at mcirbusova@sarasotachamber.com.

Come On, Come On – Sound Stage Soirée # 10

After a Summer break. Come join the first Soirée of the season. A networking party to learn about all the great projects coming our way!

Wake Up, Sarasota!

Jump start your morning with Chamber business professionals at our new Wake Up, Sarasota! event held bi-monthly at various locations throughout Greater Sarasota. Enjoy a light breakfast, coffee/juice, and door prizes in a laid back atmosphere perfect for meeting your next customer or client.

Wake Up, Sarasota! is held on the third Thursday bi-monthly, making it an event that you won’t want to miss!

Power Hour Lunch

Hungry for new business? Leverage your lunch with the power of business referrals at Power Hour Lunch. At this event, each guest is invited to make an introduction to the group and pitch an elevator speech about their business.

We have a place set just for you! Let’s have lunch!

Please RSVP at least 24-hours prior to the event to save your spot.

Power Hour Lunch

Hungry for new business? Leverage your lunch with the power of business referrals at Power Hour Lunch. At this event, each guest is invited to make an introduction to the group and pitch an elevator speech about their business.

We have a place set just for you! Let’s have lunch!

Please RSVP at least 24-hours prior to the event to save your spot.

Marketing On Main

Welcome to Marketing on Main, the only event created by business owners for business owners!!

Exhibit. Sip. Socialize. Relax. Win Prizes.

Get ready! This event IS FILLED with positivity, encouragement, motivation, and built for those who are looking to make a difference! If you are a small business, just starting out in business, a multi-million dollar conglomerate, a career seeker, or just someone trying to be the change they would like to see in Sarasota…then Marketing on Main is a must attend!

Ticket Options:

$5 Presale Admission – access to light hordurves | Entertainment | Live music | and more!
$10 Day of event
TBD if there is an OPEN BAR ( Unlimited drinks )

Ticket add-ons:

Raffle Tickets – $2 each or 20 tickets for $20 – will enter you into a drawing to will local prizes, and services from Sarasota’s premier businesses.

50% of the proceeds will be donated to Tiny Hands Foundation – https://www.facebook.com/TinyHandsFoundation/

Marketing on Main is Sponsored by The Social Edge – Marketing Solutions

Who – Business-minded individuals looking to better themselves in Sarasota and surrounding areas!

What – As part of the “On Main” a series of cocktail hours, Expos for business-to-business, networking events, trade shows, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers. – if you are serious about business, this event is a “MUST ATTEND.

Where – VOTING IS HAPPENING NOW OF FACEBOOK (SEARCH Marketing On Main)

Why – Meet local businesses, promote your business, find new employment, develop your current career, obtain referrals or sales leads, improve your social skills, find mentors, collaborate with others to start new endeavors. Opportunities are endless and based on your personal career goals.

When – Last Wednesday of every month

Want to exhibit? Call Gianna 941-266-9657

LAST MONTHS Business Showcase

1. Anthony – Revitalize Chiropractic – http://gorevitalizefl.com

Raffle Prize -A Day 1 package to our office. This includes a $265 value of a 1. Consultation, 2. Two neurological assessments 3. Chiropractic exam 4. X-rays (if needed)

2. Pat – Sunrise Sunset Weddings – http://sunrisesunsetweddings.com

Raffle Prize-Romantic Gift Basket (Value TBD)

3. Terri – Terri’s Treasures – http://www.IBUSTSTONESFORALIVING.COM

Raffle Prize -Pendant (Value $20)

4. Drew – New York Hair Co

http://newyorkhair.com

Raffle Prize -A bag of hair products and gift card a value of $150.00

5. tara – Senegence

http:/https://www.facebook.com/groups/1814005502258650/

Raffle Prize – Lip Kit

6. Laurie Maves – Laurie Maves ART

http://www.lauriemavesart.com

Raffle Prize – An original work of art by @lauriemavesart will be raffled off on July 26th at @hyattsarasota to benefit The Tiny Hands Foundation in Sarasota, Florida. And the only way you can get a raffle ticket for this 24″x24″ original acrylic and mixed media painting is by attending Marketing on Main event at the @hyattsarasota this Wednesday.

7. Michael – Mizell Media Productions –

http://mizellmedia.com

Raffle Prize – A Thrive Experience worth $150.00.

8. Claudia – Monat Global

http://Cfabhair.mymonat.com/

Raffle Prize –

9. Suzan – Escape Reality Games

http://escaperealitygames.com

Raffle Prize -2 tickets to Escape Reality $50

10. Elizabeth – Compassion.Consulting

http://Www.Compassion.Consulting/
Raffle Prize –

11. Christy – Suncoast Singles

http://suncoastsingles.com

Raffle Prize -1 ticket for a speed dating party value $25

12. Liz- Arbonne – http://LizKinnisten@arbonne.com

Raffle Prize – $150.00 gift card

13. Cheryl – Soul To Soul Yoga –

http://www.soultosoulyogasrq.com/

Raffle Prize – Private yoga session- $125

14. Tara – Dry Cleaning To Go

http://www.drytogo.com

Raffle Prize -2 gift certificates a value of $25 each

15. Victoria – X30 Fit Bootcamp

http://www.X30Fit.com

Raffle Prize – 21 days Summer meltdown- unlimited boot camp sessions + nutrition and accountability and support all in a non-intimidating atmosphere- valued at over $150

16. Kaye – It Works

KayeSowder.com

Raffle Prize -A skinny wrap and a sample of our detoxing greens!

17. Lucia – Nuna Holistic Retreat Center

http://www.luciagabriela.com/

Raffle Prize -A $200 Gift Card toward any service.

18. Cheyanne – Carrabba’s Italian Grill

http://www.carrabbas.com/

Raffle Prize -Gift cards/$50

19. Donna – Rodan & Fields

http://Dinnaseteresa.myrandf.com/

Raffle Prize -2 skin care products for a value of $230

20. Marjan -FlexxBar and Snack Company

http://www.flexxbarcompany.com

Raffle Prize -a basket of granola and a gift certificate for a dozen bars they can order on line. Value of 40.00

21. Steve – zipp charging stations

steve@zippcharge.com & 941 400-4162

Raffle Prize –

22. Celebrity Chef Craig –

Raffle Prize –

23. John – Pizza Srq – #infusedcuisine & pizzasrqvacations.com
Raffle Prize -$50 gift card towards Pizza!

24. Tiny Hand Foundation – silent auction or raffle fundraiser for students & backpack

25. Miranda – Brilliant Private Chef

http://www.brilliantprivatechef.com

26. Raymmar – Sarasota Underground
Broadcasting live from the event with spotlights on local business owners, entertainers, and event attendees.
https://sarasotaunderground.com

27. Sabrina -LuLaRoe

Raffle Prize – LuLaCash in the amount of $100

28. Brandon – SEASONS 52

http://SEASONS52.COM

BAR RECEPTION ($250 Value)

29. Dianna – Advanced Integrative Aesthetics

Raffle Prize – Microneedling (Value of TBD)

30. Fred Astaire – Dance Company
https://www.fredastaire.com/sarasota/

Raffle Prize –

31. Harley Davison –

Raffle Prize -TBD

32. TBD – John and Craig friend

Raffle Prize –

33. Stacy – http://www.TheThriveologists.com
Raffle Prize – A gift bag of mineral products and a gift certificate for a general consult with Dr. Stacy. value: $150

LAST MONTHS ** Silent Auction **
Marketing on Main is raising money to help The Tiny Hands Foundation Reach their goal of $32,000 to give students in Sarasota backpacks for August Back to school. 100% of the proceeds will be donated.

5 Free Ice Cream Cones, Ben & Jerrys (value $15)
The Blue Rooster $25 certificate (value $25)
2 tickets to Cinebistro + $25 Certificate + Free Appetizer (value $50 total)
1 Hour Massage Elements Massage, University Park, (value $50)
The Players Centre 2 tickets to The Will Rogers Follies, Sept. 28 to Oct 15 2017, (value $57)
Sarasota Bay Explorers 2 Sea Life Encounter tickets (value $58)
LeBarge Tropical Cruises 2 Sunset Cruise Tickets (value $60)
Warby Parker Eyeglasses Certificate $95 certificate (value $95)
Eager Beaver carwash book – 5 full-service car washes (value $100)
Pineapple Yoga Studio – 1 private yoga session for up to 3 guests!!! (value TBD)

LAST MONTHS ** Flyer Feature **
Each month we offer business to have their business featured on the flyer – A HUGE Thank you to the businesses below that make it possible to help get the word out about Marketing on Main!

1. Anthony – Revitalize Chiropractic – http://gorevitalizefl.com

2. Michael – Mizell Media Productions – http://mizellmedia.com

3. Suzan – Escape Reality Games – http://escaperealitygames.com

4. Lance – L G Kramer Flooring – http://www.LgkramerFlooring.com

5. Gianna – The Social Edge – Marketing Solutions

6. Claudia – Pineapple Yoga Studio http://pineappleyogastudio.net

LAST MONTHS ** Canvas Bags **
Each MonM gives out 100 canvas at each business event – The canvas bags are to help guests keep business cards, promotions, and to assist with the organization for a seamless follow up with their new friendships.

Each month 2 designs based on the theme of the event are submitted from a local Marketing firm, The Social Edge to the Facebook Event page. From there the guests vote on which design should go to print!
How Marketing on Main is able to give the bags away for FREE is a HUGE thank you to the following businesses:

1. Suzan – Escape Reality Games

2. Laurie and Ralph – http://lauriemavesart.com
3.Allison – http://www.asystyou.com
4. Lance – http://www.LGKramerFlooring.com

** LAST MONTHS Entertainment **

Live Dj – DJ Joey D – 11 Productions
Live Music – Bri Riveria SRQ – Spanish guitar and Singing
Live Art – http://Www.JordeInternational.com
Dance Performance – Fred Astaire Sarasota
Live Art – Lorie – http://lauriemavesart.com
Magician – Al Nye the Magic Guy | http://www.suncoastmagic.com
Magician – Cesar Madera- http://cesarmadera.com/
Comedian – Natasha Samreny – Natasha Samreny is a writer, storyteller, and comedian currently based in Florida. She writes and performs live lit, sketch, and stand-up and was once described as the woman who “told the story that ruined my love for peanut M&Ms”. Natasha began performing in Chicago where she trained with The Second City, Moving Dock Theatre and several improv groups. She produces life histories by day, performing stand-up and storytelling by night. She co-produces the Chicago storytelling showcase All of the Feels and performs with the Florida Studio Theatre, and The Westcoast Black Theatre’s first sketch group Millennial Fresh. ( http://www.natashasamreny.com )

** LAST MONTHS Offical Photographer**

1. Peter Le – http://www.peterlephotography.com

** LAST MONTHS Offical Videographer**

Christina and Karim | MakSchu LLC

makschu.com

**LAST MONTHS Agenda is as follows **

2:00 to 5:00 PM – Vendor Set up

5:30 PM – Doors Open

Check in friends: Sara Wozniak & Denise Panarello & ONE MORE

5:50 PM Performance #1 | Ballroom Dance Performance | https://www.fredastaire.com/sarasota/

6:00 PM Welcome Speech | Raffle #1 (Up to $30)

– Official MC & Host – Natasha Samreny
– Official Event Host – Gianna R. Kramer
Internet Host – Tiffany Theen

6:00 to 7:00 PM – Bri Rivera live performance | https://www.facebook.com/bririverasrq/

6:30 PM Performance #2 | Al Nye the Magic Guy | http://www.suncoastmagic.com
Raffle #2 ($30 to $75)

6:55 PM – Performance #3 | Comedian – Natasha Samreny – http://www.natashasamreny.com – Millennial Fresh & Florida Studio Theater

7:10 PM Raffle #3 ($75 to $150)

7:30 PM Performance #4 | Music Performance by http://www.stringsconbrio.org

8:00 PM Grand Prize Raffles #4 (over $150)

8:30 Door Close (Thank You)

* LAST MONTHS Food Hors d’oeuvres **

Chef Craig Chasky (Gourmet Chef) – Himalayan Sea Salt Slab cooking with “HealWellThrive” infused Cuisine

PizzaSRQ (Restaurant) – TBD

Seasons 52 (Restaurant) – Mediterranean Hummus is made in-house with curried cauliflower and onion, topped with sumac, and paired with a basket of fresh assorted bread.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill (Restaurant)) – Chicken Marsala, pasta, and bread sticks – Wood-fire grilled and topped with mushrooms and our Lombardo Marsala wine sauce

Brilliant Private Chef – Quinoa cup with sweet potato! They may add some veggies in there and balsamic and olive oil!

YPG After Hours

Join us on Thursday, August 3rd at Seasons 52 for the area’s largest monthly networking event, YPG After Hours! With an average of 80-100 young professionals gathering on the first Thursday of each month you’re guaranteed to make new friends, secure new clients, and learn more about what Sarasota has to offer. Along with great drink specials, enjoy appetizing lite bites for the duration of the event.

**This event is free for YPG Members and $15 for future members at the door.

For questions regarding this event or the YPG, please contact YPG Coordinator, Mimi Cirbusova, at mcirbusova@sarasotachamber.com

Marketing On Main – Halloween Affair!

Get ready! This event IS FILLED with positivity, encouragement, motivation, and built for those who are looking to make a difference! If you are a small business, just starting out in business, a multi-million dollar conglomerate, a career seeker, or just someone trying to be the change they would like to see in Sarasota…then Marketing on Main is a must attend!

Marketing on Main

Welcome to Marketing on Main, the only event created by business owners for business owners!!

Exhibit. Sip. Socialize. Relax. Win Prizes.

Get ready! This event IS FILLED with positivity, encouragement, motivation, and built for those who are looking to make a difference! If you are a small business, just starting out in business, a multi-million dollar conglomerate, a career seeker, or just someone trying to be the change they would like to see in Sarasota…then Marketing on Main is a must attend!

Ticket Options:
$5 Presale Admission – Entertaiment | Live music | and more!
$10 Day of event

Ticket add-ons:

Raffle Tickets – $2 each or 20 tickets for $20 – will enter you into a drawing to will local prizes, and services from Sarasota’s premier businesses.

50% of the proceeds will be donated to Tiny Hands Foundation – https://www.facebook.com/TinyHandsFoundation/

** This Months Raffle Prizes **

1 TBD

Marketing on Main is Sponsored by The Social Edge – Marketing Solutions

Who – Business-minded individuals looking to better themselves in Sarasota and surrounding areas!

What – As part of the “On Main” a series of cocktail hours, expos for business-to-business, networking event, trade show, entrepreneurs and decision-makers . – if you are serious about business, this event is a “MUST ATTEND” .

Where – Voting on Facebook

Why – Meet local businesses, promote your business, find new employment, develop your current career, obtain referrals or sales leads, improve your social skills, find mentors, collaborate with others to start new endeavors. Opportunities are endless and based on your personal career goals.

When – Last Wednesday of every month

Want to exhibit? Call Gianna 941-266-9657

Business Showcase

1. TBD

** Entertainment **

TBD

** Agenda is as follows **

TBD

* Food Sampling **
Chef Craig Chasky – TBD
PizzaSRQ – TBD
TES & Associates – TBD
The Social Edge – TBD
Petals & Sugar – TBD

Chamber Connect

Make connections with Chamber business professionals at the new Chamber Connect event held bi-monthly at various locations throughout Greater Sarasota. Enjoy light appetizers, a cash bar and door prizes in a laid back atmosphere perfect for meeting your next customer or client. Chamber Connect is held on the third Thursday bi-monthly, making it an event that you won’t want to miss!

Check out Daiquiri Deck in St. Armands on the circle, where you can experience their tasty frozen daiquiris and laid-back atmosphere that really makes you feel like you’re in vacation mode! The Daiquiri Deck is the perfect place to share a meal with the whole family or kick back and relax with friends while you enjoy Live Music, Tasty Treats, and the best Frozen Daiquiris anywhere!

We’ll be networking over complimentary hors d’oeuvres, as well as a cash bar, to kick off an early start to your weekend!