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If you’re looking for a fantastic theater experience in Southwest Florida, the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers is the place to go. As one of Southwest Florida’s most popular and well-known performance halls, the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall is an impressive 2,700-seat venue. 

The Mann Hall is a premier performing arts venue from Broadway musicals to iconic musicians. The Mann Hall opened its doors in 1990, quickly becoming vital to Fort Myers’ cultural scene. Since then, some of the biggest names in the entertainment world have come to grace its stage. From Cher to Bob Dylan, Mann Hall has welcomed them all. It’s also known for hosting Broadway Musical series that have included some of the most beloved shows, like The Lion King, Wicked, and The Book of Mormon. The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall has something for everyone, no matter what type of show you’re into. Concerts, comedy, dance, opera, and the symphony are all regular fixtures of the Mann Hall lineup. There’s also a variety of educational programs designed to engage the community’s youth through the power of performing arts. Additionally, the theatre offers a lobby atrium, VIP seating, and other cozy, intimate seating sections, and access to the backstage VIP greenroom where artists can relax and prepare for their shows. 

The Mann Hall is also a popular venue for larger events. From corporate gatherings to elaborate weddings, the theater is known for providing an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere. With an experienced staff dedicated to providing a memorable experience, Mann Hall has cemented its place as one of Southwest Florida’s premier performing arts venues. Whether you’re planning a night out with friends or family while on vacation, the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall is the perfect place to enjoy a musical and theatrical performance. With its modern features and excellent shows, you can have an unforgettable experience that you won’t forget.

Upcoming shows: https://www.bbmannpah.com/events

Broadway Series: https://www.bbmannpah.com/events/23-24-fifth-third-bank-broadway-series

• Fried Chicken
  • Fancy’s - Fort Myers
• Chocolate
  • Norman Love - Naples and all over Southwest Florida
  • Olde Naples Chocolate - Naples
  • Kilwins - All Over
• Burgers
  • Jimmy P’s - Bonita & Naples
  • Fat Katz Sports Bistro - Fort Myers
• Hot Dogs
  • Schnapper’s Hots - Sanibel
  • Matt’s Red Hots - Fort Myers 
    • Get their hot dogs from Buffalo NY
    • Great Bratwurst as well
    • Great Smash Burgers too
  • The Wurst Schnitzel Truck - Pop-Up Food Truck
    • At Shift Coffee every second Sunday of the month 
    • Crazy Flavors
      • Korean Hot Dog 
      • Pad Thai Hot Dog
      • Korean BBQ Hot Dog

• Lunch
  • Industry BBQ - Naples, FL
• Brunch
  • Sweet Bean Cafe - Fort Myers, FL
  • Fancy’s - Fort Myers, FL
    • Mountain man omelet 
    • Chicken and waffles
• Dinner 
  • Flemings - North Naples, FL
  • Capital Grill - Naples, FL
  • DeRomos - Bonita Springs, FL
  • Saigon Paris - Fort Myers, FL
• Lobster
  • Mason’s Lobster - Fort Myers, FL
  • Main Shack - Naples, FL
• Ziggy D'amico's Whiskey Bar - Naples, FL
• Drinks  
  • The Vine Room - Cocktail Bar - Naples, FL
    • Best Drink order: Cherry Blossom Old Fashioned with Japanese Whiskey
  • Chartreuse - Cocktail Bar - Bonita Springs, FL
    • Drink order: King Kong (Rum Old Fashioned)
  • Bar Tulia - Naples, FL
    • Espresso Martini
  • The Beacon - Cocktail Bar - Fort Myers, FL
  • 86 Room - Cocktail Bar - Fort Myers, FL
    • Old Fashioned 
  • The Luminary’s Beacon Social Drinkery - Fort Myers, FL
    • Go on a weeknight
  • Downtown Coffee and Wine, Bonita Springs, FL
  • Fort Myers Brewery - Fort Myers, FL
  • Ruth Chris - Estero, FL
  • Duffy’s - SWFL
  • Seaside - Bonita, FL
  • City Tavern - Fort Myers, FL
  • Lansdowne Street - Bonita Springs, FL
  • La Santa Tacos and Tequila - Naples, FL
    • Great date night spot
  • Felipe's - Naples, FL
    • Live music and outdoor seating
  • Tacos & Tequila - University Village, FL
    • Friday Margs - two for the price of one
  • Cantina 109 - Fort Myers, FL
    • Good poblano pepper
    • Don’t go late unless you wanna PARTY!
  • Cabos Cantina Taco & Tequila Bar - Fort Myers,FL
  • Local Alcohols 
    • Rivi Gin - Naples, FL
    • Alligator Bay Rum - Naples, FL
    • Wicked Dolphin Rum - Cape Coral, FL
  • Craft Brewers
    • Brookside Market - Naples, FL
  • Wine
    • Rebecca’s Wine Bar - Naples, FL
    • Cooper's Hawk - Naples, FL
• Doughnuts 
  • Trackside Donuts & Cafe - Bonita Springs, FL

They say a diamond is forever, but for Vivian Grimes, an entrepreneur and jeweler, her love for jewelry began long before she ever thought about starting her own business. Growing up, she watched her father work in his workshop and was fascinated by the way he could take a piece of metal and turn it into something beautiful. This early exposure to the creative process sparked a passion for design that would eventually lead her to start her own jewelry business, Henri Noel.

Vivian shares how her business has been built on the foundations of family, inspiration, and community. She also talks about how her business has evolved, the challenges of expansion and advice on  building successful relationships with your customers and network online and in-person.

So whether you're just starting out in business or you're a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode is sure to inspire!

In this episode, we cover:

• Vivian's background and the inspiration behind Henri Noel
• Why your corporate skills can help you become successful when starting your own business
• The process and work that goes into each piece of a Henri Noel jewelry piece
• The importance of always learning and expanding your knowledge
• How to use social media to benefit your business
• The importance of community involvement for small businesses
• What the future holds for Henri Noel Jewelry

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On today’s show, we will travel to sunny Florida to chat with the USA Today and Amazon bestselling author Dan Petrosini! 

A fan of books and films that have twists and are difficult to predict, Dan crafts his stories to prevent readers from guessing correctly. He writes every day, forcing the words out when necessary, and has written over twenty-five novels to date.

Today’s show is for you crime writers who want to up your game!

In today’s episode we discuss:

·      Dan’s favorite quote, “The price of discipline is always less than the cost of regret.”

·      Dan’s other career as a musician playing the tenor saxophone and the similarities to being a musician and an author.

·      How he gets his police facts right.

·      Dan’s successful marketing plan.

·      How he became a USA Today's Best-Selling Author.

·      The importance of series, especially a “flagship series.”

·      His experience with audiobooks. 

·      Why he is a self-published author. 

All of this and more on today’s episode of the Cops and Writers podcast.

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Hello to you listening in Naples, Florida! 

Coming to you from Whidbey Island Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Thoughts on Thursday and your host, Diane Wyzga.    

Computer programmer Garry Hamilton drew up 5 Game Rules to help us live and work better together.  

Game Rules     [Courtesy of Garry Hamilton as cited in Pronoia]

"1. If the game is rigged so you can’t win, find another game or invent your own.

2. If you’re not winning because you don’t know the rules, learn the rules.

3. If you know the rules but aren’t willing to follow them, there’s either something wrong with the game or you need to change something in yourself.

4. Don’t play the game in a half-baked way. Either get all the way in or all the way out.

5. It shouldn’t be necessary for others to lose in order for you to win. If others have to lose, re-evaluate the game’s goals." 

Question: Which Game Rule will follow you home, sit at your table, share your bread?  

You’re invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, I hope you’ll subscribe, share a nice shout out on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time! Remember to stop by the website, check out the Services, arrange a Discovery Call, and Opt In to stay current with Diane and Quarter Moon Story Arts ("Let's get to the heart of your message!") and on Linked In! [linkedin.com/in/diane-f-wyzga-78403919a]

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From early 2016 through mid-2021, Win was the Director of Marketing at London Bay Homes. Today, he consults a variety of builders and developers, and also keeps his Realtor's license at John R. Wood Properties' 5th Avenue South office in Naples, FL.

Today’s conversation focuses heavily on the timeless principles of brand development and longevity. Win also speaks on the art of value proposition, in which the key is “to touch someone’s identity, and how they wear the brand for themselves.”

Through leading campaigns for some of the biggest brands in the world today, Win has learned to always steer the conversation away from, “What’s in it for the company?” to, “What’s in it for the consumer?”

In a similar vein, he criticizes businesses who have strayed too far into the realm of political correctness at the expense of their brand identity. Companies who embrace pure, unadulterated authenticity fare far better, especially in the long-run, than those who rely on hollow messaging in an effort to ride on the coattails of certain cultural trends.

Brand is the cornerstone of longevity. To build repetitional excellence, especially as a service business, it all stems from doing what you say and say what you do, and simply being transparent and authentic.

Topics Discussed:

• [05:47] What brought Win to Naples from New York and his early successes
• [14:51] Marketing “affordable luxury”
• [17:09] Other prestigious companies and individuals that Win has worked with
• [21:06] What sets a brand apart
• [28:51] Lessons learned from working with some of the biggest brands of our time
• [33:01] Hollow messaging from businesses and Ronald Reagan’s authenticity
• [37:30] How Red Bull developed an incredible culture
• [39:04] What is on the horizon for the Naples real estate market
• [46:39] Solidifying your brand for generations to come
• [53:52] How best to interact with your team and your customers or clients
• [58:22] The future of the trades

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Key Quotes by Win:

• Pricing power is what Wall Street wants to see. [...] The big winners that can defend their pricing power are the brands that have the loyalty from the consumers that have an association with it.
• Who are we talking to? What do they think about us? What will they think about us after this piece of communication? We need them to have a deeper loyalty.
• The creative matters. It isn’t creative if it doesn’t sell.
• Take out the marketing-ese. Develop colloquialism and ease of messaging. Tone it down: Use layman’s language when you’re talking to consumers. They’re a lot smarter than you think they are.

If you go to Mercato for a night out here’s what your night needs to look like. 

Quick tip - dress up a little cuter to Mercato and wear heels if that’s your thing. You’ll end up with great pictures. Men, there is a dress code in most bars/clubs so make sure you wear closed toed shoes. 

Start at the Pub for some drinks and casual mingling and dancing. 

Then walk down towards the action and stop for some appetizers and another drink at Burntwood Tavern. 

Once you have a nice buzz and some food in your tummy, you’ll make your way over to Blue Martini for a great martini and live music. 

Once you start feeling fun, head over to Cavo for some louder music, shots, and an interesting group of people.

Once you’re having a great time, head over to Burn by Rocky Patel for another round, classic cigars, and a more relaxed vibe. End your night at Rocco’s Tacos, you will not be disappointed. Happy hour at Rocco's is from 12:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. 

Best Brunch & Coffee Spots in Naples, Florida

The Bevy is located on 3rd Street. Be ready for photo ops as it’s extremely photoesque. They are known for great mimosas, excellent brunch options and immaculate vibes. For lavish drinks, a luxury coastal vibe, and lush greens for a girls day outing photoshoot, The Hampton Social located in Mercato deserves to be on your list. They are known for their prominent Rose all day lounge, shell shaped drinks, and excellent weekend brunches. Once you are done, fun shops and coffee shops are nearby in the Mercato shopping complex. If you are needing a quick pick-me-up, these coffee shops are worthy of your time: Kunjani Craft Coffee, Narrative Coffee Roaster, and Bad Ass Coffee. 

Most Celebrated Museums, Parks, and the Arts

Naples is known greatly for their beaches and the luxury lifestyle they exude. There’s also a ton of art, culture, and outdoors adventures you can partake in when visiting. On the lively 5th Ave, there is a big time theatre called The Naples Player Sugden Community Theatre at the center of it all. Their mission is to enrich the lives of others by providing superior theatre experiences. To view tickets and see their upcoming schedule, click HERE. For a great day time, educational experience, the Naples Zoo is a great resource to learn more about conservation, wildlife, and the world around us. Some noteworthy parks include Delanor-Wiggins state park and Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary where you may be lucky enough to see the rare Ghost Orchid.  With nearly 20,000 likes on Facebook, Celebration Park is highly regarded as it’s a hot spot for food trucks, hanging out, and live music. 

Favorite Restaurants in Naples, Florida

In North Naples, there are some great options to choose from. For a date night, Cooper’s Hawk has a delicious menu, wine tasting options, and decadent chocolates to end the night. Other options include - Southern Style kitchen and cocktails, the renowned Cheesecake Factory, next to Coastland Mall, Yard House for oversized beers, Brooks Burgers, Felipes for margaritas, and Jane’s Garden Cafe on 3rd.  

For excellent Seafood, a well established restaurant, USS Nemo, was voted best seafood restaurant in Naples and for good reason. Be sure to call ahead to make a reservation and check out their delicious menu. Other seafood restaurants include - The Claw Bar, Mr. Big Fish, Tin City, and more on 5th Ave. 

For a fancier vibe, 5th Ave is where you want to be. To have a high end seafood dinner, Ocean Prime is a great choice. For sushi, the top spot to go is Sushi Thai - great service, excellent selection of sushi, pad thai, and more. For birthdays and celebrations, there are several noteworthy places to make your night even more special such as Vergina, Trattoria, Cafe Milano, and the French. Bar Tulia has a location in Mercato and 5th Ave, which makes it a top choice to fit into your plans. To wrap up your afternoon or evening, Sidebar has a chill environment for a few drinks. 

Tip - check out these restaurants' happy hours usually from 4-6pm where you can dine and drink for a fraction of the price. 

Best shopping spots in Naples are Audrey’s Naples Largest Consignment Shop, Nordstrom Rack in Mercato, Coastland Mall for deals, and Waterside Shops for luxury finds. 

As you can see, there are many choices in Naples. From parks to plays to delicious places to eat, The Travel Brats share their insight to help you travel like a local. 

Podcast Features Bob Gibbs and Kristen Coury, local Naples Florida IconsEpisode 3: Urban Retail legend Bob Gibbs, CEO of Gibbs Planning Group - Gibbs has helped develop more than 1,000 town centers and historic districts worldwide. If architect Andres Duany is considered the Father and visionary of Fifth Avenue, then Bob Gibbs is its kindly Uncle who worked alongside Duany in the Avenue’s initial planning and has continued to shepherd it through expanded growth for decades. We will talk about Fifth Avenue’s attributes, including walkability, accessibility, natural beauty and urban retail in meeting the needs of the community. We will trace the Avenue’s historic beginnings, its case study development, and explore its future.

Episode 4: Kristen Coury, CEO and Producing Artistic Director, Gulfshore Playhouse - Gulfshore Playhouse has grown from fledgling artistic startup to world-class production company, with Coury’s visionary plans to build a state-of-the-art, 45,000 square foot new home for the theater, which is scheduled for completion in late 2023, as her priority. Kristen will discuss how the Playhouse has raised almost $60 million for construction and what this incredible undertaking means in terms of Naples’ culture and economic impact.

On today's episode we talk with Capt. Brant Peacher of Angler Up With Brant out of Pensacola, FL. He tells us about a recent trip to South Florida where he chased snook & tarpon and ended up getting pretty thick into the exotic species; Peacock Bass, Ciclids & Oscars that all thrive in the warm fresh water canals around the Naples, FL area. In keeping with the Angler Up tradition, he is cooking the Peacock Bass while we talk! Be sure to keep an eye out for the video that he should be putting out soon to see if it makes for good table fare.

Hosted by Bruce Barone, Jr., Movers & Shapers lets you in on who’s making waves downtown and why. Meet some of the City’s most influential business owners, restaurateurs, politicians, city officials, entrepreneurs and others. It’s a great way to be first to find out about Fifth Avenue happenings.

FIFTH AVENUE SOUTH BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT LAUNCHES NEW PODCAST SERIES FEATURING TOP COMMUNITYLEADERS

The first two interviews for the season have already aired with City of Naples Mayor Teresa Heitmann and Sails restaurant co-founder Veljko Pavicevic speaking on the financial impact of COVID-19 on local businesses, future enhancements to Fifth Avenue South, teambuilding and customer service, and expansion of the Sails restaurant holdings. 

Episode 1: Teresa Heitmann, City of Naples Mayor – The inaugural episode of Movers & Shapers features the new Mayor of the City of Naples. They discuss the financial impact of COVID-19 on local businesses, future enhancements to Fifth Avenue South, the Mayors vision for the city and much more.

Episode 2: Veljko Pavicevic, Co-Founder Sails Restaurant – The ultimate restauranteur. Veljko is a passionate showman with impeccable tase and pedigree. We discuss entrepreneurship and the finer things in life as the Co-Founder of Sails restaurant discusses his unique approach to business and his ultimate passion…food.

“Our objective in launching this new podcast series is to connect with some of the most powerful Neapolitans who are setting the bar for the future of downtown Naples,” Barone said. “We encourage local residents and visitors alike to tune in and find out who is making waves and why as well as what is happening on our iconic Fifth Avenue South.”

Does your dream city have sandy beaches with stunning sunsets and a downtown with shops and restaurants rivaling Rodeo Drive?  Marcela Katz Armoza, a college administrator, and Peter Guggenheim, a long-haul truck driver, went from living in the swamps of New Jersey to retiring in the swamps of Naples, Florida. In October of 2020, Naples was ranked the 4th best place to retire by U.S. News and World Report.  https://realestate.usnews.com/places/rankings/best-places-to-retire   Although they are retired from their past careers, they spend quite a bit of time buying, fixing and selling real estate. They will discuss everything from the beauty of Naples to one of the city’s great pastimes, pickleball.