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GKBA & Coral Gables Chamber Christmas Event at Dadeland Mall 2014

GKBA & Coral Gables Chamber Christmas Event at Dadeland Mall 2014
As the festive season approached in 2014, the Greater Kendall Business Association and the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce joined hands for a heartwarming event at Dadeland Mall. It wasn’t just about the usual holiday celebrations; it was about spreading joy to those in need.
The setting was Earls Kitchen+Bar, adorned with twinkling lights and cheerful decorations. Members from both associations gathered, each carrying a wrapped gift meant to bring smiles to others. Whether it was a donation benefiting Neighbors 4 Neighbors or a thoughtful present for a senior as part of the “Be a Santa to a Senior” initiative by Home Instead Senior Care, everyone came prepared to make a difference.
At the forefront of the event stood Jorge Pena, the President of GKBA, whose leadership and dedication set the tone for the evening. Among the attendees were prominent figures like Anthony Acevedo from Visiting Angels, Attorney Richard Markowitz, and Jan Hurley representing Hurley Health Resources. Board Members such as Gilma Hernandez, Realtor Sandra Fernandez, and David Castrillon from Read2Succeed added to the gathering’s sense of community.
Irma Castor, the Manager of Dadeland Mall, extended a warm welcome to all, expressing gratitude for their participation. Her assistant, Carla de Maria, ensured that everything ran smoothly, embodying the spirit of teamwork and collaboration.
A surprise guest appearance came from Pete de la Torre, representing the Doral Business Council, further emphasizing the unity among various business communities.
Capturing the essence of the event was Karen Nercess, the official photographer of the association, along with her husband Ed. Their presence added a touch of professionalism and warmth, immortalizing moments of kindness and generosity.
Amidst laughter, conversation, and the exchange of gifts, there was a palpable sense of joy and fulfillment. It wasn’t just about business networking; it was about coming together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, embodying the true spirit of the holiday season. As the night drew to a close, hearts were full, and memories were made that would last far beyond the holiday season.

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Why You Should Hire a Coach

As a child, many people grow up with a variety of different coaches and leaders in their life. You learn new skills and improve your natural talents with the guidance of coaches. This is a wonderful part of childhood. However, once you become an adult society forces you to believe you shouldn’t need a coach any longer. This causes results such as people not reaching their full potential throughout their lifetime.
It is a shame that the lack of coaching throughout adulthood leads to less than good results. Now, there are plenty of people who have succeeded tremendously in business and life without a coach. But, do you ever wonder if all of that success could have come quicker or easier with the help of a coach?
My name is Frank Hopkins Jr. Most of my life I have been involved with some type of coach. When I was six years old, I started learning to play baseball. My Father coached me how to throw, catch and hit a baseball. From there I played sports like football, baseball, and basketball and had coaches all the way through college.
As I entered my business life, things began to change. Although I had always had coaches throughout my life, for some reason when I started working that changed. I had bosses but no coaches. I personally believe you cannot elevate to your greatest self without the help of a coach in your life. A person to come alongside you to help you see the blind spots in your life that only another person interested in your success can see.
I have seen so many times where I fell short in my life because I did not have that person in my life who was willing to encourage me, push me to a new level, call it like it is so that I could see a way to improve myself. Coaches are there to help us unravel the things that are going on in our life. Give us safe space to explore new options and try them out without being judged.
By making an investment in a coach, I can become what I am capable of becoming. We cannot achieve our highest self, without someone who is there to really help us make it happen in our life. I am a coach and I have a coach, and I can tell you that the process of coaching and being coached is a lot of fun as we are able to maximize our talent and abilities that we have been given.
The Top 10 Reasons to Hire a Coach                                                                                     

You will be pushed outside of your comfort zone and towards success.
The coach will give you personal attention and help you move towards your goals with a healthy stride.
You will be corrected when you are wrong or headed down a difficult path.
You will learn the steps it takes to make your dreams a reality.
The influence of your coach will lead you to success that helps you make more money.
You will be held accountable and responsible for all of your choices and actions.
You will make fewer mistakes due to the helpful guidance of a coach.
Your coach will share his own experience with you to help you learn from the mistakes he has already experienced.
You will be able to create specific goals that will motivate you towards your personal and professional desires.
You will experience fewer problems due to expert coaching advice and guidance.

There are plenty of valuable benefits you will receive from hiring a coach. You will learn new life and business tools that will drive you towards a full, happy and successful life. A common asset that many people who already have coaches in their life confess to, is that having a coach and true confidante helps them feel confident and safe. Take action today and begin making a difference in your life by hiring a coach.

After a long and prosperous career as a Pastor, and Entrepreneur, two distinct yet equally rewarding fields, I am currently the President and CEO of Frank Hopkins Group, LLC.  As a personal and business coach, I make use of my strategic, leadership and public speaking abilities for the wellbeing of anyone interested in improving themselves. I am also a lifelong supporter of non-profit organizations locally and globally and will continue to support causes that I believe in. If you need to get in contact with me, I can be reached at 305-775-8750, or email frank@frankhopkinsjr.com.
 

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Greater Kendall Business Association honors teacher from Coral Reef High Miami’s Community News

Anna Mirabal, Business Education teacher and Lead Teacher of the Business and Finance Academy at Coral Reef Senior High School (CRHS), has been selected as the Greater Kendall Business Association’s 2016 Educator of the Year. The Greater Kendall Business Association was impressed by her career move from being a finance and marketing executive for 30 years, then deciding to become an educator. Her long list of accomplishments and diverse involvement in so many groups and activities is reflective of her serious commitment to educating young minds. Mirabal demonstrates the highest level of professional commitment and competency in her work with
Source: www.communitynewspapers.com

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