SARASOTA, FL – Arts Advocates is pleased to announce the receipt of a gift of two paintings by George Pappas: “Greek Time,” oil on canvas, 84 x 60 inches; and “Beauty and the Beast,” oil on canvas, 60 x 72 inches. Dr. Sarah Pappas, wife of the late George Pappas (1929-2021), made this generous gift to the organization. These pieces are now on display in the Arts Advocates … [Read more...] about Arts Advocates Receive Gift of George Pappas Paintings
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Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association Added as Presenting Sponsor of 2022 Sun ‘N Fun Aerospace Expo
February 3, 2022Lakeland, FL: The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) has signed on as the Presenting Sponsor of the annual SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, with events being held Tuesday, April 5 through Sunday, April 10, 2022 at the Lakeland Linder International Airport.“The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) is the proud title sponsor of the 2022 SUN … [Read more...] about Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association Added as Presenting Sponsor of 2022 Sun ‘N Fun Aerospace Expo
17-year old Bernadette N. named Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties Youth of the Year
SARASOTA, FL (February 4, 2022) – Every year, six local high school students compete for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties Youth of the Year title. Presented by the Louis and Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust, this prestigious honor was announced at the organization’s annual Steak & Burger, Youth of the Year Celebration on Friday, … [Read more...] about 17-year old Bernadette N. named Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties Youth of the Year
CareerSource Tampa Bay announces new Chief of Sector Partnerships
~New Chief to focus on organizing local partnerships to build innovative career pathways and talent pipelines for key sectors struggling to find qualified workers~ TAMPA, FL – CareerSource Tampa Bay (CSTB) has announced a new member of the leadership team. Dr. Byron Clayton hired for a new position titled, Senior Vice President & Chief of Sector Partnerships. Dr. Clayton … [Read more...] about CareerSource Tampa Bay announces new Chief of Sector Partnerships
Financial Literacy and Interactive Career Readiness programs for At-Risk Children – Junior Achievement Benefits from $60,000 State Farm grant
The Junior Achievement Florida Foundation has received a $60,000 grant from State Farm. The state-wide initiative will support Junior Achievement learning experiences in nine localities throughout Florida, enabling thousands of young people to participate in JA’s nationally recognized financial literacy and career readiness learning experiences. “State Farm is committed to … [Read more...] about Financial Literacy and Interactive Career Readiness programs for At-Risk Children – Junior Achievement Benefits from $60,000 State Farm grant