2021 Women in Business

adno=3810497-1 Stacy Rose grew up locally in the family window treatment business and later started her own. For 37 years she has been helping clients select, purchase and install custom blinds, shades, drapes, sheers, cornices and valances that are Florida friendly and within budget. She offers in home consultations, a 1 year guarantee on installed window treatments, and repairs existing blinds. In October 2021, Stacy is opening her beautiful new showroom in Englewood at The Tiffany Square Plaza. www.bestofthebestblindsanddesigns.com Stacy Rose Owner Best Blinds and Designs, LLC Englewood 941-525-8618 bestofthebestblindsanddesigns@gmail.com Nella Valenti is the owner of Allegro Bistro. Family owned and operated, Allegro Bistro is the sister restaurant to Valenti's Ristorante. Nella has been in Venice for 32 years and takes pleasure in serving the community that has become her extended family. Stop by Allegro Bistro to enjoy the best in freshly prepared Italian cuisine! Then enjoy music and dancing. Nella Valenti Allegro Bistro 1740 East Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34292 941-484-1889 www.Allegro-Bistro.com adno=3810409-1 adno=3808154-1 Carol has been selling for custom single family home builders for over 20 yrs. within Sarasota County. She joined Pro Group Realty in 2020. Her specialties are working exclusively with customers who are looking to build or design a new home in Venice and surrounding areas. Some of the many communities she currently represents for MPS Development and Construction include Cassata Place, a neighborhood of 28-paired villas and Arcata del Sol comprised of 20-single family courtyard style homes with both communities located on E. Venice Ave. Coming soon will be Cassata Lakes, a custom single family home community just off the Laurel Road exit on Kings Way Dr. in North Venice. Also upcoming is Lakeside Cottages located on Albee Farm Rd. and Cottages of Venice located along E. Venice Ave. Contact Carol today to discuss how she can assist you with your new home construction. CAROL GOODING Realtor/Sales Associate Pro Group Realty and Property Management, LLC 941-786-9403 cgooding@progroup-realty.com Karla Blake Medicare Specialist 954-612-1754 karlablakemedicarespecialist.com adno=3810355-1 As a licensed insurance agent in 14 states, Karla specializes in Medicare. Turning 65 is very confusing, you're inundated with information. "I will help seniors gain a comprehensive understanding of the differences between Advantage Plans and Original Medicare with a Supplemental Policy, so they are making informed decisions." Providing exceptional customer service, is what sets her apart! Call to schedule your appointment. wo Christine Davis Memorial Adult Learner Scholarships were awarded at the Business and Professional Women of Englewood and Venice dinner meeting on July 20. Bianca Vales, who is finishing her BSN degree in December, received the scholarship for a second time. Pamela Leigh Schueler is seeking a BAS degree in health services administration. Both students addressed BPWEV members and talk about their goals, their families and how the scholarship is helping them to reach those goals. BPWEV meets every third Tuesday of each month at the Plantation Golf and Country Club. The public is invited to all meetings and information is available at bpwev.org. This organization believes in "women helping women." Adult Learner Scholarships are offered every year to women residing in Sarasota or Charlotte counties. BPWEV supports many local agencies who are helping families and children. BPWEV awards two scholarships Staff Report T Women In Business September 2021 42

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