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Today's Word of the Day
My word for today is Equanimity Equanimity (or composure) is the state of being calm, balanced, and in control of one's…
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Lena Wasserman shared thisOne of the most meaningful moments I’ve experienced as a small business owner happened this week. It started with a small rubber duck. I included it in a Fun Flavors Box order as a simple surprise. Later, the customer sent me a message that I will never forget. Her young son had lost his best friend in a tragic car accident about a year ago. The two boys used to play soccer together every day. The duck I sent happened to be a soccer duck. She placed it on her son’s desk, and that morning he smiled. She told me smiles had been rare since the accident. It was a powerful reminder that sometimes the smallest gestures can have an impact far beyond what we imagine. Moments like this remind me why I love building Fun Flavors Box and why kindness will always be part of our brand. Sometimes business isn’t just about products — it’s about the moments we create for people. 💛 I’d love to hear from other small business owners — have you ever had a moment with a customer that reminded you why you do what you do?
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Lena Wasserman shared thisMost people think making freeze-dried candy is just fun and games. It’s not. It’s chemistry, timing, and precision disguised as sugar. Here’s what really goes into every Fun Flavors Box treat: The right temperature within one degree Exact pressure to pull out moisture but keep the crunch Taste tests until the texture hits that perfect pop Constant calibration to make sure every batch shines Freeze-drying candy isn’t random. It’s careful craftsmanship that turns something ordinary into something unforgettable. At Fun Flavors Box, we don’t just make candy. We make curiosity edible.
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Lena Wasserman shared this🚨 Exciting Announcement! 🚨 We are thrilled to share that our Fun Flavors Box freeze-dried candy is now available at NewsLink Group stores in the Tampa International Airport! ✈️🍬 If you’re traveling through, keep an eye out for our colorful displays and snap a photo—we’d love to see your journey with our treats! Don’t forget to tag us so we can share your travel moments. 📸 Thank you to everyone who has supported us. We're excited to bring a little more sweetness to your travels, one airport at a time! #FunFlavorsBox #TampaInternationalAirport #NewslinkGroup #FreezeDriedCandy #TravelSnacks #SweetSuccess #BusinessGrowth
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Lena Wasserman shared thisHappy #NationalSourCandyDay American Licorice Company I love sour candyLena Wasserman shared thisWe're celebrating #NationalSourCandyDay with FREE candy & swag! 💚💛 Learn more: https://prn.to/3ScbYHA
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Lena Wasserman shared thisCongratulations!Lena Wasserman shared thisToday is National Cow Day and our beloved mascot, Duke's 10th Birthday! This morning, Ella Goetze joined the team at FOX Baltimore to talk about Duke and all of the delicious flavors of Cow Tales®. #AdecadeofDUKE #aDUKEade #GoetzeCandyCompany #GoetzesCandy #CowTales
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Lena Wasserman shared thisFreeze dried gummi worms are one of my favoritesLena Wasserman shared thisToday is National Gummi Worm Day! Created by Trolli in 1981, the holiday recognizes the sweet treat we all know and love. Did you know the name 'gummi' is the German word for 'rubber,' a nod to the candy's stretchy design?
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Lena Wasserman shared thisinspiringLena Wasserman shared thisCongratulations to Coach Courtney Miller! Click here – https://lnkd.in/e5QJarRB – to celebrate the legendary career of Seminole State College of Florida's founding, and newly retired, softball coach.
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Lena Wasserman shared thisCongratulationsLena Wasserman shared thisThat’s Awesome! A Big thanks to The Baltimore Sun readers for voting Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center the Best in Maryland for 2024! We’re thrilled and every single member of our team, especially our 650+ volunteer usher corps, deserves a standing ovation! We love bringing National Touring Broadway to the great state of Maryland!Baltimore’s Best Arts & Entertainment: 2024 winnersBaltimore’s Best Arts & Entertainment: 2024 winners
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Lena Wasserman liked thisLena Wasserman liked thisThrilled for another 6 years of launching National Touring Broadway shows in Maryland! We have an incredible team and I’m so proud of the work!Theater tax credits extended into 2032; state got $8.40 for each $1 spentTheater tax credits extended into 2032; state got $8.40 for each $1 spent
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Lena Wasserman liked thisLena Wasserman liked thisAlways a good day when I get to catch up with my HNTB Chief Executive Officer Robert Slimp. Thank you Rob for your unending support and advocacy for the professional women of our industry.
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Lena Wasserman liked thisLena Wasserman liked thisCelebrating 40 years of Rhode Island Novelty 🎉 Since 1986, Rhode Island Novelty has been dedicated to Bringing You a World of Fun™ through quality products, innovation, and strong partnerships. Your continued trust and support have been the foundation of our success. We’re celebrating this milestone with gratitude and excitement for the future. Here’s to continuing the fun for many more years to come! #Anniversary #Milestone #Celebrating #TrustedPartner #Gratitude #Innovation #Growth
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Lena Wasserman liked thisLena Wasserman liked thisThe economy is just fine and I can prove it. On today's Businessing with Pat Miller, I shared a stat from Valentine's Day that you can use this week when discussing the economy. And, Ivy (my dog) heard me share it on air and she had something to say. I'm back on the air with Small Business's new daily habit Tuesday at 11am CT - streaming right here...join me!
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Lena Wasserman liked thisLena Wasserman liked thisCafe Grooves is hitting the road. After an incredible first year, including multiple 1,000+ person events, we’re excited to officially take Cafe Grooves on tour across the U.S. Upcoming cities: Austin — April New York City — May Los Angeles — June Chicago — July Washington DC — August Boston — September For those unfamiliar, Cafe Grooves is a daytime experience blending music, cocktails, coffee and community... bringing together hundreds of people for high-energy house music events that start in the morning and build into a full-day celebration. As we expand into these markets, we’re looking to connect with: • Venue partners • Brand sponsors If you're in one of these cities and interested in exploring partnership opportunities, I’d love to connect. Excited for what’s ahead. — Hugo Vizcarra Founder, Cafe Grooves
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President
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
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Served on the Board and as President of the Board of the Central Florida Zoo. We worked together to bring new educational programs, fund current programs, bring awareness of animals to the schools and fund new and existing programs. One of the most memorable things while being involved is to have been part of redoing the monkeys exhibits so for the first time they saw the sky and were given the space to thrive.
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Served on the Executive Board and as Chairman of the Board to help facilitate educational programs, facilitate scholarships and grants as well as programs to assist with government programs in Central Florida to create jobs and further education. opportunities.
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