This week on the Hello Frances Podcast, our host, Shantelle Dedicke shares a fresh perspective on seasonal marketing. She urges you to look at everything you’ve created since the beginning of this year and ask, are you achieving your desired impact, or is it time for a reevaluation? Have questions or comments about this episode? We’d love to chat! Email [email protected].
This week on the Hello Frances Podcast, our host Shantelle Dedicke talks about one of her favorite topics: Marketing Strategy. She explains the things you need to take into consideration when creating a marketing strategy, ways you can implement one in the digital age, and much more! Have questions or comments about this episode? We’d love to chat! Email [email protected].
This week on the Hello Frances Podcast, our host Shantelle Dedicke is joined by local artist Estelle Grengs to discuss the psychology of color in branding. Estelle shares how she uses color in her brand and her artwork, how you can use different colors within your business to invoke specific emotions, and so much more! Have questions or comments about this episode? We’d love to chat! Email [email protected].
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This week on the Hello Frances Podcast, our host Shantelle Dedicke shares what you can expect from our podcast as we begin its fourth year of publishing and covers the main topic of discussion: building a brand from the ground up. She discusses what you should focus on when creating a brand and shares specific examples from Frances Roy Agency’s branding. Have questions or comments about this episode? We’d love to chat! Email [email protected].
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Designing Brand Identity by Alina Wheeler
Kickstart the first quarter of 2024 with a burst of excitement, featuring an array of events you won't want to miss. Dive into dynamic networking sessions, embark on heart-pounding rock climbing adventures, and savor the flavors at delectable foodie festivals. Get ready for an unforgettable start to the year with events that cater to every interest and passion!
January
Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce’s Installation and Awards Breakfast
Friday, January 5th | 7 am | Christian Life Center at First Baptist Church | Fort Walton Beach
Emerald Coast Indoor Shooting & Sport’s Concealed Carry Weapons Class
Saturday, January 6th | 10 am | Emerald Coast Indoor Shooting & Sport | Niceville
Rock Out Women’s Climbing Circle
Sunday, January 7th | 5 pm | Rock Out Climbing Gym | Destin
New Year Adventure Hike at Alaqua Animal Refuge
Sunday, January 7th | 2 pm | Alaqua Animal Refuge | Freeport
Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce’s Nothing But Networking
Thursday, January 11th | 11:30 am | The Crack of Dawn Cafe | Fort Walton Beach
30A Songwriters Festival at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin
Friday, January 12th to Monday, January 15th | 4 pm | Grand Boulevard at Sandestin | Miramar Beach
Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours
Thursday, January 18th | 5:30 pm | Emerald Coast Science Center | Fort Walton Beach
Emerald Coast Indoor Shooting & Sport’s Concealed Carry Weapons Class
Wednesday, January 20th | 10 am | Emerald Coast Indoor Shooting & Sport | Niceville
Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s Music of the Knights
Saturday, January 20th | 7:30 pm | Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center | Fort Walton Beach
Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s Crescendo! Kick Off Lunch
Thursday, January 25h | 11 am | Bijoux Restaurant + Spirits | Miramar Beach
Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation’s Riedel Seminar
Thursday, January 25th | 4:30 pm | Wine World | Pensacola
Emerald Coast Indoor Shooting & Sport’s Advanced Pistol Skills Class
Saturday, January 27th | 10 am | Emerald Coast Indoor Shooting & Sport | Niceville
Emerald Coast Indoor Shooting & Sport’s Intro to AR Class
Sunday, January 28th | 10 am | Emerald Coast Indoor Shooting & Sport | Niceville
February
Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce’s First Friday Coffee
Friday, February 2nd | 7 am | Christian Life Center at First Baptist Church | Fort Walton Beach
Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce’s Nothing But Networking
Thursday, February 8th | 11:30 am | Rockin’ Tacos | Fort Walton Beach
Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s Toast ‘n Jam feat: Brubeck Brothers Quartet
Sunday, February 11th | 10:30 am | Henderson Beach Resort | Destin
Shrimp & Grits Festival benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast
Saturday, February 24th | 12 pm | Brotula’s Seafood House and Steamer | Destin
Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation’s Unlikely Pairings
Thursday, February 29th | 3:30 pm | Cuvee 30a | Inlet Beach
March
Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s Crescendo! Vintner Dinners
Friday, March 1st | 6 pm | Various Venues
Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s Crescendo! Main Event
Sunday, March 3rd | 11:30 am | Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa | Miramar Beach
Mac & Cheese Festival benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast
Sunday, March 10th | 12 pm | Destin Commons | Destin
This week on the Hello Frances Podcast, we’re resharing a previous listener-favorite episode featuring Frances Warner, Shantelle’s grandma and our agency’s namesake, in honor of her birthday this week! Frances (also known as Memaw) is a strong, hard-working woman who takes a no-fail approach to everything in life. She shares where she has traveled, her favorite place to visit, advice she would give her 18-year-old self, and much more! Have questions or comments about this episode? We’d love to chat! Email [email protected].
Get ready to sleigh your holiday shopping with our local gift guide! Whether you aim to surprise your loved ones with a hair and nail pampering session or seek the perfect adventure-packed gift, our holiday gift guide has you covered. Ditch the ordinary gifts and find something extraordinary at these local businesses below!
On this week’s episode of the Hello Frances podcast, our host Shantelle Dedicke concludes a four-part series of episodes where she shares insights from what she and the Frances Roy team have learned throughout the last year. She recently attended Entrecon where she heard the quote ‘Leaders stand in the future while working in the present.’ during a presentation from April Hansen. Shantelle discusses how leaders must balance doing the day-to-day work while still envisioning the future of their business. Have thoughts about this episode? We’d love to chat! Email us at [email protected].
We’re privileged to work with numerous nonprofit organizations in our community, each dedicated to making a profound impact in our region. On this Giving Tuesday, we extend an invitation for you to join us in supporting these selfless champions of change. Your contribution, no matter the size, plays a vital role in supporting their missions!
Alaqua believes that every abused, neglected, and homeless animal deserves a second chance. They strive to be the leading advocate for all animals and provide shelter, safety, and second chances to animals in need. Support them in giving animals the home they deserve this Giving Tuesday.
Audubon Florida's mission is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife, and their habitats for the benefit of humanity and the earth's biological diversity. This organization leads the way in the protection of our state's land, water, and wildlife. Contributions to Audubon Florida support science, education, advocacy, and on-the-ground action for birds and the places and resources they need.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast service a vast amount of our area's youth through after-school programs, summer programs, and more. Your generosity gives the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast the resources to enable all young people, especially those who need them most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance strives to promote swimmable, fishable waterways in our community through monitoring, education, restoration, and research. CBA encourages locals to join in their mission to take accountability for their area's natural resources. If you can't give money this year, please consider sharing your time with the CBA by volunteering to build reefs, monitor water quality, raise oyster gardens, or more.
Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation
Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation connects wine enthusiasts to raise money benefiting children in need in Northwest Florida. They do this by hosting world-class wine and culinary events and then donating millions of dollars to select Northwest Florida children’s charities. These funds have impacted the lives of over 100,000 youth in our area!
Dog-Harmony is dedicated to reducing the shelter dog population through ongoing humane education. Whether you purchase an item from their shop, register for one of their training classes, or give a general donation, the team at Dog-Harmony appreciates the generosity you have to share this Giving Tuesday!
Emerald Coast Autism Center dedicates and improves the lives of individuals with autism in Okaloosa and Walton counties and surrounding areas. They are unique in their approach to teaching these amazing children; all instruction and activities at the center are conducted consistent with the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
The Emerald Coast Science Center strives to inspire and grow a scientifically engaged community in Northwest Florida. As the only science museum in Okaloosa County, your gift helps close the STEAM education learning gap by providing transformative educational opportunities for children and expanding their pathways to success!
As our community's premier cultural arts organization, the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation strives to enhance and inspire through arts and culture. They are committed to cultivating and nurturing a deep appreciation of the arts along the Emerald Coast and live out this mission through art education, for people of all ages and abilities!
Sinfonia Gulf Coast is committed to entertaining, educating, and inspiring the community through imaginative and innovative musical programming. Their goal is to enrich and expand the traditional orchestra experience through unique artistic disciplines and collaborations, enhancing Northwest Florida’s cultural vitality!
Which nonprofits will you support this Giving Tuesday? Let us know in the comments!
On this week’s episode of the Hello Frances podcast, our host Shantelle Dedicke continues a four-part series of episodes where she shares insights from what she and the Frances Roy team have learned throughout the last year. This week, she discusses the importance of intentional breathing - different from our daily instinctual breathing - and shares resources for learning more about breath work. Have thoughts about this episode? We’d love to chat! Email us at [email protected].
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