Business Connections 2022 - A guide to the local businesses of Southwest Florida
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5175 Englewood Road • 941-493-1293 • mrtlawnandgarden.com Taylor said the most influential person in his career has been his father. "Working for him and alongside him has been the greatest gift ever and I learn from him daily." Taylor chose to join his family's business five years ago after he had finished his master's degree program at Florida State University. Owner, MRT ACE Lawn and Garden Center Justin Taylor 200 Tamiami Trail N., Suite C • 941-244-0841 • anthonythebarber.com Summa started cutting hair at 13 and has been doing it for more than 25 years. "I have always been creative and artistic. I ended up falling in love with cutting and have been passionate in my career since I started." Summa said he loves to see the transformation and his customers' smiles when he is finished. "I have always wanted to make an impact on others and I truly found my way through creation." Owner, Anthony's Barber Shop Anthony Summa 201 Miami Ave. W. • 941-388-9800 • venicedowntown.evrealestate.com Stultz got into the real estate business 22 years ago. She had a grand opening for her Engel & Völkers brokerage for Venice and Sarasota in January and already has 11 real estate advisors. "As part of Engel & Völkers, I will be better able to serve the needs of our community through our local market expertise and our enhanced global exposure." Stultz said her husband Andy keeps her grounded. Broker/Owner, Engel & Völkers Venice Downtown & Sarasota Victoria Stultz Nella Valenti Owner, Allegro Bistro Valenti, who loves to cook and serve people, entered her profession four decades ago. She cherishes the relationships she's built within her restaurant. "It's so rewarding to do something for others and make them happy," she said. "To this day I still enjoy it the same as I did 40 years ago. Now those same customers have become more like family to me and it's an honor to serve them." 1740 E. Venice Ave. • 941-484-1889 • Allegro-bistro.com 5175 Englewood Road • 941-493-1293 • mrtlawnandgarden.com 46 TOP 40 BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS Business Connections | August 2022