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Elizabeth Joseph, Member Services Director
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Elizabeth is originally from Columbus, Ohio and has a working background in office management and Operations Management. After moving to Florida in 1997, she joined a manufacturing operation where she held the position of Materials Manager. Currently, her role in BNI is to support the Chapters, Leadership Teams and Director Team as an Operations Assistant / Member Services Director.
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Thomas Fleming, Executive Director
352 527-7755
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Ten years ago Tom got into BNI and somewhere along the line BNI got into him. After working for 8 years in various Fortune 500 firms and receiving a BSBA and MBA in business Tom started his first company and found BNI a great forum to promote it in. From that point, he started and sold 4 different companies using BNI to promote them all, but in January of 2003 he relocated from Boston, MA to become the Executive Director for BNI in this region as well as the Director of Training for the Referral Institute. In addition Tom is a contributing author to 2 best selling books and has produced a powerful educational CD about Networking called, "Who Can Pass You Business All Day Every Day". |
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Valerie DiVecchio, Assistant Director
813 839-5824
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The Founder and President of Divine Creations Event Planning Specialists, Valerie DiVecchio brings over ten years of professional experience in creating and coordinating special events. As a graduate of Virginia Tech, Valerie’s expertise includes a wide variety of event planning including corporate functions, non-profit fundraisers, and milestone celebrations. As a skilled contract negotiator, Valerie is able to help save her clients time, stress and money. Additionally through her experience with BNI and training received through the Certified Networker Program, Valerie has acquired an extensive network of professional vendors who share the same passion of providing quality, personalized service. She strongly believes every event should be uniquely in tune with each client’s vision, and that preparation should be fun, exciting and without stress. As a member of the Network Partners chapter, Valerie has held positions as Vice President, Educational Coordinator and most currently serves on the Membership Committee. “The more you give, the more you gain”, Valerie said recently, and by serving her chapter and others in the region, she credits the growth of her business as a direct result. |
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Chuck Hoover, Assistant Director
813 849-6600
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Chuck Hoover is VP of Dean Financial Group which has offices located throughout central Florida. His goal is to work for his clients to provide high quality financial solutions that achieve the client’s personal goals. As an independent financial consultant, he works solely for his clients, not a company. In fact his only proprietary products are value based relationships founded on integrity and trust. Chuck loves to share his ultimate gift of helping clients enjoy an Income that lasts for a lifetime. This is why BNI and Chuck are such a great fit, both believe in “Givers gain”. After successfully completing his term as the first President of Brandon’s Capital Group, he became a BNI director three years ago. Chuck is a graduate of The Certified Networker Program and all four advanced trainings offered through BNI. Chuck moved to Brandon 40 years ago as a small child with his parents from Eastern Virginia. Now, most of his spare time is spent working with Brandon 86 Rotary Club as well as serving on the Board of Director for Brandon Young life.
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Robin Lavitch, Assistant Director
727 776-7766
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C. Robin Lavitch is the founder of Plan-It Life Coaching, LLC. Robin is a professional coach with over 15 years of professional and educational experience including a Master’s Degree in Developmental Psychology and Executive Coach Training with the College of Executive Coaching. Robin joined the BNI Referral Exchange chapter in Safety Harbor in June 2006 and currently holds the Vice President position. Robin credits her business growth and success to her involvement in BNI and through the direct application of the principles of the BNI system. |
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Tim McClain, Assistant Director
727 376-8891
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A proud Arkansas Razorback and University of Central Arkansas Business Degree graduate, Tim moved to Florida in 1989. After serving 20 years in corporate America as an executive in the Information Technology and Business Development teams, Tim decided to help businesses in Pasco and Hernando county with their human resource and staffing needs by opening Express Personnel Services which provides temporary, temp to perm, direct hire, and professional search services. Express Personnel can also assist companies with their HR needs by providing payroll services, HR hotline service, full HR policy and documentation review and/or creation. Tim is a core member of the Outlook to Success chapter and the first Vice President. With a passion to help others succeed, Tim joined the BNI Director Team in 2007. |
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Nola Moon, Assistant Director
813 293-2718
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Nola Moon is the President and Founder of A Better Choice Business Services, Inc., a payroll brokerage firm specializing in obtaining affordable, competitive Payroll and Worker's Compensation products for clients. She began her career in Public Accounting after graduating from Florida State University's College of Business, with a B.S. in Accounting. Nola's career has taken her from Public Accounting, into the private sector where she specialized in Business and Financial Management in the Retail Drug Industry. She also has experience in the Health Care Industry related to billing and accounts receivable for Medical Claims and Prescription Claims. She has held the position of Executive VP in charge of Operations for a Fortune 500 company and is well connected in the Business Community of the Tampa Bay Area. Her passion is to help people make more money. She has been in the BNI Networks for 2 years, and has found the Giver's Gain Philosophy is the right pholosophy for her. She is passionate about helping others find better business clients, and loves to meet new people along the way. Nola joined the Director Team in October 2007 and is eager to help other BNI Chapters to expand. Nola is a 5th generation Florida native, and currently resides in the Tampa Bay area with her husband, horses, dogs and cats. |
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Daniel Puhr, Assistant Director
813 963-1642
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After 23 years in the corporate world with IBM and AT&T, performing in a variety of challenging roles, Dan founded Funds in Motion to bring alternative financing options to growing businesses … protecting their working capital without creating debt. He has been in the BNI system for 4 years, and a director for 2 1/2 of those. Dan brings his experience and “intention to succeed” to every chapter he supports.
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Les Saland, Assistant Director
813 995-0292
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Originally from NY, Les graduated Florida Atlantic University in 1991 with a B.B.A. in Information Systems and moved to Tampa in 1993. Les has spent his entire career in customer service beginning in the hospitality industry as a server in 1979 and finishing as a Dining Room Captain and Maitré D in 1992. Utilizing his experience in the hospitality business and college degree Les quickly became a support manager for a regional computer company in 1993. Les is currently an independent insurance agent representing Aflac. He is a special Projects Coordinator training new associates as they begin their careers with Aflac. He is the recipient of several sales awards including the Triple Crown and All-Star awards. Les praises the training he received through BNI for much of his success networking in local chambers of commerce and various trade organizations. He credits his customer service experience with being able to provide a high level of service for clients. |
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Ed Woods, Assistant Director
727 512-2165
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A native New Englander, Florida transplant and CEO of Web Solutions of America, Ed is a Networking Professional and a three time graduate of the Referral Institute's Certified Networker Program. As a Givers Gain Specialist, he is an outspoken advocate for the BNI system, is passionate about assisting chapter members with their referral success and clearly states "The BNI West Central Florida Director TEAM is the best group of professionals I have ever worked with". Ed, in partnership with other BNI members, Suncoast Marketing Partners and Piazza Design Studio, has created a successful Customer Conversion System named IMPAC (sm). This innovative process drives new business to companies around a proven marketing platform and a sound economic ROI model. Ed is also well known internationally as "The web guy with the web tie" (sm). Read his profile at www.EdWoods.name
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Shawn Yesner, Assistant Director
813 251-2921 ,ext4
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Shawn M. Yesner founded Shawn M. Yesner P.L., and also joined the BNI Referral Masters in Clearwater in November 2004. The firm specializes in representing real estate investors, including foreclosures, Chapter 13 – Reorganization, Chapter 7 – Liquidation, title insurance review, contract reviews, lease reviews/drafting, and evictions. Shawn passed the Florida Bar in 1998, and holds an accounting degree from Florida State University and Juris Doctor Degree from Cumberland School of Law, Samford University. As a member of the BNI Referral Masters, Shawn has held positions on the Membership Committee and as Vice President of the Chapter. Shawn attributes the mission, focus, vision, and growth of his firm exclusively to his membership in BNI and his graduation from the Certified Networker Program. Shawn is a Florida native, born in Tampa, raised in Miami and currently resides in Clearwater.
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Paula Bonnell, Area Director
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After compiling a resume filled with Fortune 1000 companies and a diverse list of industries from manufacturing to healthcare to banking over the last 15 years, Paula Bonnell decided it was time to test herself as an entrepreneur. She founded Aslite Enterprise in 2002 for the express purpose of helping business owners and sales professionals gain access to the power of gratitude through acknowledgment. Aslite produces a series of motivational cards to inspire customers, clients, patients and referral sources as well as developing acknowledgment systems to encourage customer retention and increased referrals. The idea for Aslite was conceived in the Certified Networker Program offered by the Referral Institute and rolled out in a BNI chapter in Massachusetts. Paula has relocated herself and her company to Florida in the last 2 years and is currently a BNI Area Director in addition to her role as President of Aslite Enterprises. |
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Clay Caire, Area Director
813 855-6474
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Clay Caire is the owner of Caire Computer Services. He has been involved in BNI and serving as a Director for the last 6 years. Many don't know that Clay played drums professionally for years for a county music television show out of Nashville. |
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Clint Babcock, Ambassador
727 796-1500
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Clint Babcock, with the Sandler Sales Institute of Tampa Bay, is one of the top sales trainers in the Sales and Sales Development Industries. Before joining Sandler, Clint was the Vice President of Sales for an e-learning and authoring company. He also served as Vice President of National Sales for a technology training and education organization. Clint directed, hired, and trained inside and outside sales forces during his tenure working for small, medium, and Fortune 500 companies. |
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Jody Clayton, Ambassador
813 287-8800 X248
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Jody is an Investment Advisor Representative with Signator Investors, Inc., and a member of the John Hancock Financial Network Tampa Bay office. Jody's business background of 26 years with Publix Supermarkets from a bagger to Store Manager has prepared him well to understand how a successful business operates. Jody made a decision to change careers because he wanted quality family time with his wife of 14 years and his 4 year old daughter. Jody holds the FINRA Series 6, 63, 65, and 7 securities licenses and has a BA in Finance from the University of South Florida. Other interests include flying planes, snow skiing, golfing, boating, fishing and giving back to the community through groups like Jr. Achievement. Jody has access to a wide variety of products and services and can provide financial solutions to his clients that help them achieve their financial goals and objectives. He helps business owners and individuals with life insurance, long term care insurance, disability income insurance, and retirement funding solutions, including deferred compensation plans and 401k's. Jody has been involved in BNI for about 1 year. It has impacted the growth of his business and has had a tremendous impact on his networking skills.
Registered Representative/Securities and Investment Advisory Services offered through Signator Investors, Inc. Member FINRA, SIPC, a Registered Investment Advisor. 1511 N Westshore Blvd, Suite 870, Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 287-8800. 164-07022008-15708594
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Jeanne Fredrichs, Ambassador
813 769-5874
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Jeanne Fredrichs is a Fashion Advisor with a Bachelor of Science degree in Clothing & Textiles. She loves assisting both men and women dress for success and loves the clothes they buy and wear. She has been in the BNI Tampa Bay Business Champions chapter BNI since their kick off and has held the positions of Secretary/Treasurer, Educational Coordinator, President and Membership Committee. Jeanne attributes about 75% of her business to her association with BNI and loves teaching Member Success Program and the Intromercials Advanced Training. |
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Dianna Gilley, Ambassador
813 886-4446
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Dianna Gilley is the Vice President of Florida West Insurance Inc. She has more than 10 years experience as a licensed Property and Casualty agent in Florida. Dianna’s personal attention, caring attitude and true passion for protecting her client’s assets has sparked phenomenal growth for the agency. Throughout her 17 plus years in the human resources and retail management/sales field, Dianna has strived to grow and educate herself. Dianna adamantly believes the “BNI Way” is the key to continued success! During 2 ½ years of membership in BNI, Dianna has served as President, Vice President and on the Membership Committee. Dianna is a Certified Networker Graduate. She feels that the course should be required learning for everyone starting a business or trying to grow their business. Dianna’s membership in Florida Association of Insurance Agents, Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America, Upper Tampa Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce and BNI Business Builders has allowed her to continue her education while running a successful business. |
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Lisa & Ken Jordan, Ambassador
813 621-6015
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Lisa is the Vice President of Accent American, Inc. which specializes in carpet and upholstery cleaning as well as fire, water and mold damage remediation. A "near" native of the Tampa, having moved here at the age of 3, Lisa worked for many years in the hotel industry, most recently as Assistant to the Regional VP for a large hotel chain. Her background includes being a former Human Resources Director and corporate trainer. She has also worked in accounting and hotel administration. While working in the hotel industry, Lisa worked with her husband Ken to build their business and is now dedicated to growing their company full time. |
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Tiffanie Kellog, Ambassador
813 948-7243
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Tiffanie Kellog is the founder of Thread Art, an embroidery and promotional company, based in Lutz, FL. Thread Art strives to make their clients the maximum amount of money and exposure for the minimal investment. Tiffanie attributes the rapid growth of her company to her dedication to providing quality products and service excellence to her customers and to referral base marketing, mainly through BNI.
Tiffanie is a graduate of Queens University in Charlotte, NC, with a degree in Business with minors in Spanish and Psychology. Tiffanie moved to Lutz, Florida from Charlotte, NC in 2004. Tiffanie has been part of BNI for almost 2 years, and is the past President of the Referral Connection. Tiffanie teaches the Member Success Program and the Advanced Training Module on 1:1's / Dance Cards.
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Susan Moreland, Ambassador
727 492-3615
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Suzi Moreland helps seniors celebrate life. As the Director of Community Relations for Aston Gardens in Sun City Center, Suzi has the privilege of working hands-on with seniors and professionals in the Tampa Bay Area. Aston Gardens offers a hassle-free lifestyle for seniors seeking Independent living, with the security of knowing they will never be alone. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a B.S. Double Major in Marketing & Management, and has a customer service and sales background. Suzi has been a BNI Member since 2007, when she was part of the core group for Tidal Revenue in Apollo Beach, as well as the Chapter's first Vice President. |
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Jeffrey Parker, Ambassador
727 528-6600
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Dr. Jeffrey S. Parker has a Ph.D. in Computer Science. He is the President of St. Pete Computers in St, Petersburg, FL, where he leads a team of experts in personal computer service, repairs, maintenance and upgrades. A world traveler, Dr. Jeff has traveled to many countries, and speaks several human and computer languages, including French, Russian, Spanish, German and Chinese. His BNI experience includes being the past president of a chapter and an educational coordinator. Jeff’s powerful and eclectic educational background includes degrees from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, Oxford University’s Trinity College, where he became a Commonwealth Scholar, and the University of Hawaii. In 2001 Jeff fell in love with his wife, Bobbi, and relocated to St. Petersburg from Sitka, Alaska where he lived for 10 years.
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Lynne Wilson, Ambassador
813 695-6466
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Lynne began as a BNI Member in North Carolina and when she moved to Florida she knew finding another chapter would be a key to her success. Lynne originally joined a chapter in South Tampa and when her territory changed, started a new chapter, the Business Leaders in New Tampa, with the help of Clay Caire. Lynne has served in every BNI Chapter Leadership Position. With seven years as a BNI member and a graduate of the Certified Network program, Lynne feels she is ready to share her knowledge and experience with other chapters and members. Lynne works for SunTrust Merchant Services delivering fair pricing and customer service for businesses that accept credit cards as a form of payment. Any business from retail, to restaurant, to the Internet can benefit from her direct approach to finding their best system to take debit cards, checks, gift cards and credit cards. |
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