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Greater Key West Chamber of Commerce announces 2023 Board of Directors led by Chamber President Diane Schmidt

1/5/2023

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​The Greater Key West Chamber of Commerce proudly introduces its board of directors and officers for 2023.
 
Diane Schmidt, of Opal Key West Resort & Marina, will serve as President of the Board, succeeding Suzanne Moore of Suzanne Moore Real Estate Services who will hold the position of Immediate Past President. The executive officers will include Greg Sullivan of Waste Management as First Vice President, Patricia Neyra of Neyra Construction, LLC as Second Vice President, Karen Sharp of First State Bank of the Florida Keys as Treasurer, and Andrew Morawski of the Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum as Secretary.
 
Also serving on the board are the following individuals: Casey Arnold of Conch Republic Seafood Company, Joe Caso of Caso & Co., David Clay of Lower keys Medical Center, Travis Doll of A&B Marina, George Fernandez of Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory, Van Fischer of VDF Law, Cara Higgins of Cara Higgins Law, Melissa Kendrick of the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum, Bill Lay of La Trattoria Venezia, Mark Rossi of Rick’s/Durty Harry’s, Andrew Rosuck of Casa Marina Resort, Amber Shaffer of Ocean Blue Galleries, Dr. Brittany Snyder of The College of the Florida Keys, John Toppino of Charley Toppino & Sons, Inc., and Jim Wilson of Appraisal Company of Key West.
 
The 2023 board of directors will focus on the mission of the Greater Key West Chamber of Commerce: The Greater Key West Chamber of Commerce works as a catalyst for business success, a convener of leaders, and a champion for a sustainable thriving community.
 
“The 2023 board of directors is a diverse group of talented business and community leaders from all over Key West and the surrounding area, and from a variety of industries representing our business community,” stated Chamber Executive Vice President Robert Goltz. “I am looking forward to working with this group of community leaders to build a stronger business community here in Key West.”
 
The Greater Key West Chamber of Commerce will continue to build upon over 100 years of service and advocacy in Key West in keeping with our mission

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Greater Key West Chamber of Commerce presents 2022 Community Awards

12/29/2022

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​The Greater Key West Chamber of Commerce honored several residents and local businesses who positively contribute to the City of Key West at their General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at the Opal Key Resort and Marina.
 
The award ceremony recognizes individuals, ventures, and projects that have helped make this community what it is over the past year. Included in the award presentations, we also celebrate employees from the City of Key West.
 
The Chamber is pleased to recognize the following from the City of Key West:
  • Firefighter of the Year: Captain David Zarate
  • Police Officer of the Year: Officer Andrea Bernatova
  • City Employee of the Year: Oscar Ladino, Foreman
 
The Business for Beauty Award is given each year for major capital projects or extensive renovations that add to the beauty and contribute to the overall attractiveness of Key West. This year we are pleased to celebrate two businesses:
  • Scarlet Mango Inn for their extensive $1.6 million renovation
  • Southernmost Beach Resort for their $15 million renovation
 
The Historic Preservation Award is presented for major projects focused on the renovation and preservation of historic buildings, commercial properties, and landmarks. This award was presented to:
  • 323 Fleming Street owned by Jaime Caballero with Key West Vacation Properties and Key West Residential Property
  • Williams Hall located at 729 Fleming Street
 
The Venture Award is given for a bold investment in a new business or enterprise that exemplifies the entrepreneurial spirit and adds to the Key West atmosphere. The winners were:
  • Gulf Atlantic Bank
  • Ocean Blue Galleries
  • The Shops of Mallory Square
The Key West Stars are to recognize individuals who go above and beyond making Key West a better place to live. This year, we honored five individuals:
  • Melinda Sample and Jill Frieary
  • Dorian Patton
  • Jennifer Averette
  • Ben Hennington
 
The Piece of the Rock award is presented to dedicated individuals who have clearly gone above and beyond the scope of their normal responsibilities to make Key West a better community through the years. Two individuals were recognized this year:
  • Robin Kaplan
  • Peter Arnow
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Chamber and Business Sponsors Honor City Employees

12/14/2022

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The City of Key West is grateful to the Key West Chamber of Commerce for the extraordinary opportunity to recognize City employees for their dedication. During the Chamber’s luncheon on December 14th, four people were recognized for their service to the community.
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Public Works Foreman Oscar Ladino was named City Employee of the Year, an award sponsored by the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum. City Manager Patti McLauchlin introduced the award, pointing out that Ladino is largely responsible for all of Duval Street and just about every event that happens in the city,
“In a year where we were short-staffed and asking everyone to do more with less, Oscar has risen to the challenge,” said McLauchlin. “With more and bigger events being thrown at him he has managed to make the process seamless to organizers and City staff alike. Oscar is an incredible asset to the Community Services Department and the City of Key West. His value as an employee cannot be overstated. We are extremely lucky to have had Oscar here for over 20 years.”

Capt. David Zarate was named Firefighter of the Year, an award sponsored by Keys Federal Credit Union. Capt. Zarate has been with the Key West Fire Department since 2003, and Emergency Manager Capt. Gregory Barroso noted that he has a passion for training his fellow firefighters and passing on the knowledge he’s gained.

“David has stepped up at every opportunity to act capably above his class as ommander in the absence of his supervisor,” said Capt. Barroso. “Most recently, during Hurricane Ian, David displayed extraordinary initiative while actively responding to the fire at 3201 Flagler Ave. That night, during intense weather conditions from the storm, acting-Commander David responded and directed over 25 men and women to control the fire. David’s leadership and effective response saved lives and other structures in the surrounding area.”

Key West Police Officer Andrea Bernatova was named Police Officer of the Year, an honor sponsored by Opal Key Resort and Marina. Key West Police Chief Sean Brandenburg noted in his introduction, that she speaks three languages, holds a Master’s Degree in economics, and sponsored her own attendance to the police academy. Many new officers garner sponsorship from local law enforcement, who pay a salary and for tuition. Officer Bernatova was determined. She is, he said, the kind of officer who he hopes to see in future leadership roles in the department.
“On her very first call,” said Chief Brandenburg, “she responded to a local hotel for a man having a medical emergency. She saved that man’s life, earning the Key West Police Department Life Saving Award. She is a well-rounded officer who frequently receives letters of recognition from the community for her compassion during calls to service. We are very lucky to have her on our team.”

The Chamber also recognized City Manager Executive Assistant Dorian Patton with their Key West Star Award for his selfless volunteer service to the community and local businesses.
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