The Above Board Chamber of Florida Presents

 "Employees vs. Independent Contractors - What is the Legal Difference!"

Meet our emcee:

 Vicki Thomas Tracy, Chief Operating Officer at Gulf Coast International Properties  Vicky has multiple degrees from Central Michigan and the University of Michigan. Having raised millions of dollars for “her town”, she is often called upon when a “get it done” person and cheerleader or a chairperson for an event is called for.  Vicki ’s name is always at the top of the list when a leader is needed.  When calls come for a senior in need of care cheerleader she goes into overdrive as her passion for Senior’s remain her priority. She is the daughter of Darlene Thomas, single mother of 5 children, and married to her devoted husband Steve. You can always find Vicki at the helm or in a leadership role in the community making a difference in someone’s life, be the younger residents or our older one!  Vicki served on the Executive Counsel of the Above Board Chamber of Florida.

Meet our panelists: 

Patrick Neale, Patrick Neale & Associates: Patrick is an attorney, civil mediator and arbitrator who practices law in the areas of foreclosure prevention and defense, bankruptcy, land use, contractor, real estate, zoning, administrative law. He has served on and chaired many local charity boards and is currently on the boards of Avow Hospice, CHEF (Culinary and Hospitality Education Foundation) and the Collier County Bar Association.  He has received numerous awards of distinction for his community and professional service and is an adjunct professor at FGCU. Patrick is a member of the Above Board Chamber of Florida.

Karen Mosteller, CPA, CHBC is a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Healthcare Business Consultant, working in public accounting since 1986. She was named a partner with Markham Norton Mosteller Wright, P.A. in 2000 and is recognized for providing strategic business solutions to a wide variety of organizations. Her passion is helping businesses navigate the fast-paced changes in their respective industries. Karen offers valued added expertise and practical advice in the various stages of consulting, from strategic planning to implementation of marketing as well as helping to build financial and operational plans. She assists with restructures, mergers, and acquisitions and understands how a successful organization operates in all phases, from start-up to company growth.  She is a problem-solver and has the ability to understand the needs of businesses and their administrators. Karen is a member of the Above Board Chamber.

Renee Thigpen is the Chief Human Resources Officer for the NCH Healthcare System, with responsibility for developing leadership and executing a human capital strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization, specifically in the areas of talent acquisition and onboarding, career planning, performance management, total rewards, employee development, succession planning, and employee health and wellness. 

Patrick Neale & Associates Patrick Neale & Associates was founded on the principles of creating and leveraging relationships and applying our business experience and acumen to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. We are committed to the betterment of the community of Southwest Florida. With office locations in Naples and Marco Island. For more information call (239) 642-1485 or visit their website at ttps://patrickneale.com/

Markham Norton Mosteller Wright & Co., P.A. is a public accounting and consulting firm with offices in both Fort Myers and Naples.  The firm offers a wide range of services including business consulting, human resources consulting, technology consulting and support, marketing and public relations consulting, tax planning and preparation, litigation support, mediation, forensic accounting, and elder services.  For more information, call (239) 433-5554 or visitwww.markham-norton.com

 Featured Non-Profit Brittni Brown-Cooper, Community Resource Director Big Brother Big Sister of the Sun Coast - Collier County! Brittni is a member of the Above Board Chamber.

To Register for our ZOOM Program please go here  

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YpQhTon3TVyNO-uiNXPIdQ

Register  for the LIVE Hilton Naples Here!

A Special Thank You

 CONRIC PR and Marketing for assisting us with promotion of this event!

For information on our Lee County meeting on Thursday, May 13th please go to www.aboveboardchamber.com

Thank you to our Newsletter Sponsor - Big Brothers Big Sisters!

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For more information on the Above Board Chamber of Florida on membership or upcoming meetings. Please go to www.aboveboaradchamber.com or call 239-910-7426.

Thank you to our Annual Sponsors!