PB + Jacksonville

The best decisions come from diverse perspectives. Surround yourself with people who challenge you, bring different experiences to the table, and see what you might miss. The more voices in the room, the stronger the vision. In this clip, Sonya Morales-Marchisillo shares why diversity in your team, and having the right people around you, isn’t just important—it’s essential. Full episode on: PBJAX.com. #DiversityInBusiness #StrongerTogether #Leadership #Innovation #PBJAX

70% of Jacksonville’s business ecosystem is powered by small businesses—and Sonya Morales-Marchisillo is making sure every single one of them gets the recognition they deserve. In this clip, Sonya talks about the importance of celebrating small wins—because those wins stack up, fuel momentum, and create lasting impact. Her own journey from taking a massive risk to launching a two-way radio company (with zero prior experience) to becoming a 2025 Top Entrepreneur by Jacksonville Daily Record is proof that bold moves pay off. She’s not just building a business; she’s building a legacy—one that uplifts the entrepreneurs shaping Jacksonville’s future. Tune in and get inspired. 🔥 #SmallBizBigImpact #EntrepreneurMindset #JAXLeaders #WomenInBusiness #KeepGoing #Inspiration

PB + Jacksonville Episode 15: Sonya Morales-Marchisillo Troy McNair Sr. calls her a force. Gregory Grant calls her a winner. Jacksonville Daily Record just named her a 2025 Top Entrepreneur. Sonya is this week's guest on PB&JAX. If you are in need of a conversation that will have you wanting to run through a brick wall, I suggest listening to this episode of PB & JAX with Sonya Morales-Marchisillo. During the pandemic, Sonya knew she had to do something for the sake of herself and her family. She took on monumental risk in launching her own two-way radio company - something that she did not have a background in. Through risk-taking, putting herself in the room, sharing her story, and hiring people to elevate her and those around her, Sonya is now on a rocket ship to success. Five years in, and 50+ business awards later, she has taken the communications and security world by storm. Now, Sonya is hellbent on giving back all she's learned. In addition to her role as CEO of Pinnacle Communications Group, she is a JSEB Champion, The VP of JAX Chamber's Arlington Council, and an advocate for women in the business world. A true pioneer for the city of Jacksonville. We can't thank Sonya enough for her time. Please enjoy. #growthmindset #entrepreneurs #womenowned #JAX #innovation #inspiration #jseb

HUGE congratulations to Heather Waisanen of Coastal Maverick on joining DPAA, a global trade marketing association, driving the growth and digitization of out-of-home (OOH) media! Full article at: https://lnkd.in/gxJhw_Cg #ooh #JAX #makingmoves #womenowned #entrepreneurship

Nick Howland breaks down just how simple it is to get involved with The Fire Watch and help prevent veteran suicide. A quick training, a few key takeaways, and you could be the difference in a veteran’s life. It takes minutes to learn, but the impact lasts forever. Ready to step up? Watch, get trained, and be the support our heroes deserve. 🇺🇸 Visit The Fire Watch's website to get started: https://lnkd.in/etetXab #TheFireWatch #VeteranSupport #SuicidePrevention #MakeADifference #PBJax

Did you know your company can be officially recognized as a Veteran Safe Place? By training just 50 employees (or 50% of your workforce, whichever is lower), your business can become a safe haven for veterans in crisis—helping identify warning signs and connecting them to the support they deserve. 🇺🇸 Nick Howland shares how The Fire Watch is making this possible, ensuring workplaces across Northeast Florida are stepping up for those who served. This isn’t just a certification—it’s a commitment to saving lives. Ready to make an impact? 🇺🇸 Visit The Fire Watch's website (www.thefirewatch.org to get started.) #VeteranSafePlace #TheFireWatch #SuicidePrevention #SupportOurTroops #VeteranMentalHealth #PBJax #JAX

Since launching The Fire Watch just five years ago, veteran suicide in Northeast Florida has dropped by 27%. Let that sink in. In this clip, Nick Howland shares how data-driven strategies, strong partnerships, and a community of 8,000+ trained Watch Standers are making a real impact. This isn’t just a mission—it’s a movement to ensure no veteran fights alone. Watch, listen, and share—because this work matters. 🇺🇸 #TheFireWatch #VeteranSupport #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthMatters #StrongerTogether #PBJax

PB + Jacksonville Episode 14: Nick Howland Nick Howland is a Jacksonville City Council member and the Executive Director of The Fire Watch, a nonprofit organization created with the sole purpose of reducing veteran suicide in the state of Florida. The Fire Watch conducts trainings to companies, groups, and individuals to identify the warning signs of veterans in crisis and to direct those veterans to the help they need. In this clip, you will see Nick talking about an in-city partnership with NLP Logix, in which the latter was able to populate immensely helpful data as it pertains to the means of suicide, location of suicide, and many other details that aids in The Fire Watch's ability to get in front of trends before they happen. A true showcase of how strategic alliances can strengthen our footprint in making a difference. There are currently 8,396 trained "Watch Standers" as of this post, with the aim of making the number soar in 2025. This episode unpacks what the Fire Watch is, why it exists, and the importance of its future. As a City Councilman, we spend time talking about the current and future state of Jacksonville, as well. If you're looking for a podcast to listen to in order to get you into your Friday Feels, this is it. Also, if you or a loved one are struggling with mental health, please tell someone so they can support you in getting help. #Veterans #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealth #JAX

You heard it here first… Think Bold Festival is the next South by Southwest. Troy McNair Sr. and Randall Thomas can't help but see how Think Bold's organic growth is just like SXSW in its early days. This isn’t just another event... it’s a movement. If you’re looking for innovation, excitement, rejuvenation, and real inspiration, Think Bold is where you need to be. The energy is electric, the ideas are groundbreaking, and the people? Game changers. Don’t just hear about it later—be part of it now. 🎧 Full episode available at pbjax.com 🎟️ Tickets to Think Bold available at: thinkboldfest.com #ThinkBold #SXSW #Innovation #Inspiration #GameChangers #PBJax

Think Bold Festival isn’t just another event—it’s a collaborative force bringing the right people together to create something greater. It’s not about ego, competition, or who’s in the spotlight. It’s about results, smart decisions, and real impact. Troy McNair Sr. breaks down how Think Bold is built on a foundation of collaboration, connection, and community. When bold thinkers come together with a shared vision, big things happen. 🎧 Full episode available at pbjax.com 🎟️ Tickets to Think Bold available at: thinkboldfest.com #ThinkBold #CollaborationOverCompetition #BoldMoves #CommunityImpact #PBJax #JAX #GrowthMindset