We are thrilled to have Lt Col Kristofer “Scot” Terry speak at PGI on culture and vision on Monday May 21st. Lt Col Scot Terry is the Commander of the 927 Maintenance Group, MacDill AFB, Florida. He is responsible for providing full range, focused support for 16 KC-135 tanker aircraft, integrated with the 6 MXG to sustain Team MacDill’s global … Read More
Giving Forward: Champagne Campaign 4/21
David Kuhnke (Commercial Insurance Consultant) is hosting the Champagne Campaign as part of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Young Professionals Committee (YPC). The Young Professionals Council is a group of young professionals who dedicate their time and efforts to helping a colleague in the Tampa Bay area participate in larger campaigns for LLS. This spring, they are supporting Jared … Read More
Did You Really Mean That?
Do you sometimes scan a letter or email you wrote and wonder if you got your message across effectively? It happens to all of us especially when we’re in a hurry. So, here are a few simple things experts say you can do to sharpen your business writing skills: Get to the point. People are in a rush, so hit … Read More
New Talent for You
How are you coping with finding new talent for your business? If you’re like most employers, it’s tough out there, isn’t it? But here are a few tips that could get you moving in the right direction: Cast the net. Interview when you don’t have a vacancy, making clear to applicants that you’re building a talent pipeline. Stay in touch with … Read More
A Boost For Your 2018 Budget
Happy New Year! You’re probably taking stock of finances and trying to plan for the year ahead. Need some help? Try this simple approach. Calculate your net earnings for the year ahead. Add up all the big items of expenditure — groceries, mortgage, car payments and so on. Deduct this from income. (Your insurance premiums fit in here) Then deduct … Read More
3 Ways to Keep Good Employees
Research shows that employees care about much more than just their paycheck. There’s a lot of companies can do to foster a strong team that loves to work together. If you want happy, loyal employees consider these 3 habits of top employers: 1. Facilitate better work-life balance. Some people aren’t motivated by more money but will still get behind a positive … Read More
Air-to-Air Refueling Mission
Ed Ellsasser, PGI President, had the opportunity to join the Civic Leader Flight hosted by Colonel Frank Amodeo, the 927th Air Refueling Wing Commander at MacDill AFB on March 23rd and 24th. Several business leaders from the Tampa Bay Area came together for this once in a lifetime trip to Scott Air Force Base in Illinois and Tyndall Air Force Base in … Read More
Don’t Let Texting + Driving Cost You or Your Employees
You know your employees could be at risk on the road if they’re texting while driving in the course and scope of their employment—and you could be liable. In fact, 98% of commuters said they know the dangers, according to an AT&T survey. However, half of all commuters admit to texting while driving regardless. Thankfully, Florida put the breaks on … Read More
Operation Startup
Ed Ellsasser, PGI President was asked to participate in a new program called Operation Startup through Hillsborough Community College. Operation Startup (OPSU) provides the Veteran start-up community with access to mentoring, educational programs, co-working, early stage business accelerator, events, and myriad networking opportunities. These services help mitigate factors that contribute to business failure, while increasing the likelihood of successful start-ups. Perhaps most importantly, the Operation Startup … Read More
Volunteer at Gasparilla!
The Ryan Nece Foundation has been selected to participate in the Charity Beer Garden at the 2017 Gasparilla Day Parade on Saturday, January 28. This is a great volunteer opportunity – giving back, meeting new people, and a t-shirt! What could be better!? Now for the dets… We are in need of 60 volunteers to help us throughout the day in … Read More