|  | NEW ON THE BLOG | | Sustainable Procurement is an Ethical Business PracticeSustainable procurement, as an ethical business practice, supports human rights, reduces carbon footprints, and benefits local communities. Learn more about the role of procurement professionals in driving sustainability initiatives, real-life case studies, and the importance of transparent reporting. | |
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| NEW WEBSITE CLIENT | | The Housing HubWe welcomed The Housing Hub onboard this past month and we are looking forward to designing and launching the nonprofit’s new website! Formed by a group of nonprofits, The Housing Hub is a program dedicated to improving community access to affordable, safe, and healthy housing in the South Cumberland region of Tennessee. The nonprofit program will be the ‘hub’ of housing-related resources: funding, education, and advocacy. This region is a desirable place for people to prosper, but substandard housing presents significant barriers for many. Stay tuned for the launch of the new website! | |
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| CLIENT HIGHLIGHTS | | Sand Dunes Real EstateWelcome to 1621 San Giovanni Drive in Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort! This gorgeous, 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom lakefront home, located on a private cul-de-sac, has expansive golf course views. The open floor plan features travertine and hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, a gourmet kitchen with Thermador appliances, a walk-in pantry, a climate controlled wine cellar, breakfast room and a separate dining room. | |
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| | | Renee Broxson Fine Art
In July, we launched a new website for Renee on the latest Squarespace platform (7.1) - AND she received an honorable mention at the Arts & Design Society’s "Somewhere in Time" exhibit! The wonderfully diverse media produced by local artists is on display for sale at ADSO in Fort Walton Beach through August 11. To view Renee’s available abstract mixed media art currently on display, click below. | |
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| | | JC’s GourmetPoppin’ Pimento is a delicious pimento cheese spread prepared with the same cajun seasoning used in our smoked Somethin’ Snappy dip and the unique syrup from our candied Jommin’ Jalapeños. In their commercial kitchen in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, they fold in the ingredients in each batch by hand so that the shredded extra sharp white cheddar retains its form for a unique texture. You can find Poppin’ Pimento at the cheese counters at all the Wine World locations on the Emerald Coast or on Saturday mornings at the Seaside Farmers Market. | |
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| | | Robin’s Bikes & FitnessRobin is off to the Leadville Race Series with five trail bikes, four of which are being carried in Küat Racks' NV base with the 2 bike add-on, in tow. The fifth bike will be hauled safely and securely with Kuat's Huk tailgate pad. The Huk has a convenient roll-up window to remove any obstruction for the tailgate camera, too. Be sure to follow along with Robin and his team on their annual "Race Across the Sky" later this month! | |
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| | | Baird Dental Business ConceptsIs the career you worked so hard and invested in so dearly on the rocks because of work-related stress factors? If so, you are not alone. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), work burnout and stress-related diseases are ravaging our planet with dentists appearing near the top of the list. Work-related stress is usually caused by poor work organization, design, processes, and management. If you’re ready to address the root causes of burnout at your practice, click below. | |
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| | | Frame Gallery Custom Frames & ArtDid you know that Frame Gallery can create a shadow box for your treasured collectibles and unusual objects? Frame Gallery, located in Sewanee, TN, created this one to celebrate a once-in-a-lifetime event for a client who wanted to encase photographs, mementos, and artwork from a pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago in southwest Europe. Bring Frame Gallery your treasures and tell them your story, and they will collaborate with you to create a very special piece of art for you or someone you love. | |
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| | | Dog-HarmonyOur office pup (and June 2024 calendar gal), Chloe, spent some time recently at Hotel Effie in Sandestin for Dog-Harmony's "Love is in the Air" calendar photo shoot with world-renowned photographer, Jane Shirek. Thank you very much to everyone who supported Chloe's calendar fundraiser for our furvorite non-profit this year! We are happy to report that Dog-Harmony made its fundraising goal for the 2024 calendar contest. These donations directly support the non-profit’s therapy dog teams in hospitals, as well as children and community education programs designed to enrich the bond between humans and their canine family members. | |
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| UPCOMING EVENTS | Emerald Coast Public Relations OrganizationECPRO is hosting a double-header featuring guest speaker, Lisa Darnell, APR in Fort Walton Beach, FL to kick off the second week of August. |  | Fort Walton Beach, FL - Meet the Emerald Coast Public Relations (ECPRO) Board of Directors and mingle with our August guest speaker, Lisa Darnell, APR on August 7 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the lobby bar at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach. This complimentary after-hours networking event is open to the public and capacity is limited to the first 100 who RSVP through Eventbrite. | | |  | Fort Walton Beach, FL - Attend Emerald Coast Public Relations Organization (ECPRO)’s next Lunch & Learn featuring guest speaker, Lisa Darnell, APR, who will speak about the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR). Her presentation on Tuesday, August 8 at 11:30 a.m. at the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce is entitled, "APR: 5 W’s, an H and a bonus Who." Who should pursue APR? What – What exactly is the “process”? When - When should I pursue APR? Where – Where can I find opportunities to learn? Why – Why should I pursue accreditation? How – How can I complete the process? Bonus – Learning can be for everyone
Lisa Darnell, APR is a former President of the Southern Public Relations Federation (SPRF) and she currently works in the Office of the President and CEO of the International Fertilizer Development Center. Her scope of work includes improving employee morale, planning international conferences for 2024, moving a committee forward on their tasks, and general brand management in the community and beyond (within the region).
Tickets: Spaces are limited and attendees are encouraged to pre-register:. | | | Dog-HarmonyGrab your pup and find Dog-Harmony around town for several fun fundraisers in August! | | Shop for a CauseVisit with Dog-Harmony therapy dog teams and shop at Kendra Scott at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin from 12:00 - 3:00 pm on Friday, August 4th. We will receive 20% of the proceeds from in-store sales! If you can't make the event, but love jewelry and therapy dogs, you can also shop online on 8/4 and 8/5 and the nonprofit will receive 20% of sales proceeds! Use discount code GIVEBACK-ELWPO at checkout. | |
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| | Doggie Ice Cream SocialYou and your pup are invited to a doggie ice cream social on August 17th from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Destin Flooring in Miramar Beach, FL. There will be homemade ice cream for the pups, wine for the pup parents, door prizes, and the cutest pup eating ice cream contest. A special guest will also be there to show you the latest in the best pup friendly flooring. | |
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| | Treatos & Tito’sHotel Effie and Dog-Harmony are excited to announce a celebration of National Dog Day with Treatos and Tito’s! This event, honoring our furry friends and the people that care for them, takes place on August 25th from 4:30 - 6:30 pm on the Ovide patio. A $50 ticket includes: Tito’s specialty cocktail samples, treats from each of our 5 "Barkeries" for canine taste testing, a photo booth, live DJ and doggie social, and a ticket for a raffle drawing for a free stay at Hotel Effie. All ticket proceeds benefit Dog-Harmony and support its community outreach and education programs. | |
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| Thank you for reading along. Enjoy the last month of summer!
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