Monthly Archives: June 2023

S1E10 Sara Brinks, The Frozen Flip Flop, A Sweet Place to Gather

June 30, 2023Podcastpiexp

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This is wonderful story of Sara Brinks who decided to move to Pine Island and start a business. With the help of her family and friends, Sara came up with the idea of The Frozen Flip Flop, a lovely frozen yogurt shop. The Frozen Flip Flop opened on July 21, 2022, and then Hurricane Ian hit.

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S1E9 Capt. Gregg McKee, Wild Fly Charters, A Passion for Saltwater Fly Fishing

June 23, 2023Podcastpiexp

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This episode features Capt. Gregg McKee of Wild Fly Charters. Capt. Gregg started his fishing career as a young man after moving to Key West in 1992. Capt. Gregg started fishing the waters surrounding Pine Island in 2001 when his parents retired to beautiful Matlacha, Fl. He immediately fell in love with the area and now spends his time chasing tarpon, redfish and snook from Boca Grande to Sanibel.

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S1E8 Jim Coffey, Tackle Craft of Pine Island, Creating Custom Rods

June 16, 2023Podcastpiexp

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This episode introduces Jim Coffey owner of Tackle Craft of Pine Island. Jim has been crafting custom fishing rods in St James City for over a decade. Jim turned a hobby into a business, and he couldn’t be happier. Arlene, Jim’s wife joined us on the interview, and you will hear how proud she is of her husband’s craft.

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S1E7 Island Tactical, Business Partners who absolutely love what they do

June 9, 2023Podcastpiexp

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Jay Sanderson and Steve Soloway, Island Tactical business partners, speak of what they did immediately after Hurricane Ian and how they recently celebrated a grand reopening of their store.

They discuss their dedication to the island and passion for customers. They talk about their commitment to providing great products and services while loving what they do and having fun. Jay and Steve share the many plans they have for future growth on Pine Island.

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S1E6 Island Bikeworks, A family that loves putting smiles on customer faces.

June 2, 2023Podcastpiexp

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Judd Payne and his daughter, Kaelyn from Island Bikeworks in Bokeelia describe starting up their family business on Pine Island. We learn how close they are as a family and how they strive to make their customers happy and get people riding again as quickly as possible.

They live by their commitment, always going the extra mile to provide great services, sales, or rental experience at their shop.

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