The DBC engines are running at full speed. We are working aggressively on the different committees, each of which plays an integral role in this organization. One of the best ways to grow your business and maximize your membership is by getting involved in one of the 11 working committees of DBC that form the [...]
In honor of Women’s History Month, Doral Mayor Luigi Boria and the City Council created a special Women’s History Month Proclamation entitled “Transcending Boundaries – Creating Brilliance” to recognize Doralian Women Leaders. Winners in the 26-plus years category were: Business: Elizabeth (Lizz) Wiegandt, Cadillac Director of Mary Kay; Arts: Tied between Mariela Romero, writer of [...]
February at Miami Christian offered a variety of activities including the celebration of Chinese New Year by Mandarin Chinese language students from elementary through high school. Instructor Ming Ru Chaung organized the event including various presentations by the students. * Of course, the Scholastic Book Fair is always an exciting time at MCS with a [...]
The 62nd Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition has come to an end after eighteen days filled with fun, rides and entertainment. Many fair-goers will be back next year, but for Ms. Sudie Grow this year marks her last Youth Fair. Ms. Grow has decided to retire after working at The Youth Fair for the past [...]
Support for Kendall Regional Medical Center’s Trauma Center was voiced during the first of four state workshops to support access for the emergency medical facilities in Doral Feb. 20. After a legal challenge, the Department is now working on a new rule to establish where and how many trauma centers are needed. Dr. John Armstrong, [...]
In her second Council meeting, Doral Councilwoman Bettina Rodriguez Aguilera presented three projects that were unanimously approved by Council with staff directed to implement or review for feasibility. With strong support from attendees concerned with special needs, the Doral chamber and the business community, Councilwoman Rodriguez identified several factors that would improve city services. On [...]
Change is never an easy situation for anyone to go through, regardless of what that change might be. One of the most difficult changes that one could face in this life is leaving one’s homeland for a new country, a change every immigrant faces. Most immigrants entering the United States come to this country seeking [...]
The Doral Business Council’s February Signature Breakfast , sponsored by hibu, was held at the Trump Doral Golf Resort and Spa. The morning event’s featured guest speaker was Miami-Dade County Commissioner District 112, Jose “Pepe” Diaz. A additional presentation was also made by Monty Trainer, President of the Coconut Grove Art Festival. New and [...]
Miami Dade College President Eduardo J. Padron with actresses Sarah Jessica Parker and Carla Gugino at the recent Miami “Rhapsody Reunion “ at Tower Theater in Little Havana, mark the 30th anniversary of MDC’s Miami International Film Festival, which ran through March 1.
I believe a ‘Black Belt’ is an extraordinary person. A ‘Black Belt’ should be a great teacher, motivator, super-fit at any age with the know how to defend himself or herself, successful in life and business, respectful, disciplined, athletic, a role model and a high achiever—just to name a few principles. When I think of [...]
InterContinental at Doral Miami has announced that Miguel Fleites was selected January’s “Concierge of the Month” by Where Magazine. Of Cuban descent, Fleites has been in the hospitality industry for over 20 years, starting his career as a travel agent and later serving as a tour guide. During the past four years, Fleites has welcoming [...]
Miami-Dade Division of Autism, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, has announced that the 13th annual Miami Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on April 7 at J.C. Bermudez Park in Doral. All event proceeds will support Autism Speaks’ work to increase awareness about of growing autism [...]
Doral Business Council Trustee Luncheon on Feb. 8 at The Hyatt Blue brought together (l-r) Chair Nubielena Medina of NMG Consulting, Sara Valega and Alein Cadalso, Manager of International Mall.
The DBC Forum attended a VIP Executive Reception hosted by Pete de la Torre, President and CEO of the Renatus Group, and EuroSuites on Feb. 19, first in a series of high-level networking receptions to be held at EuroSuites for executives and entrepreneurs of local businesses. A second VIP Reception is scheduled Mar. 19; for [...]
