One Mission Built on Trust and United by Purpose
Mission First
Business Alliance
A faith-driven, veteran-led business alliance connecting service-minded professionals across Sarasota and Charlotte Counties through relationships built on trust.
Our Foundation
Driven By Purpose
To connect veteran and service-minded professionals through relationships that strengthen businesses, careers, and communities.
Mission First Business Alliance exists to unite veteran and service-minded professionals who believe trust, integrity, and service are the foundation of lasting success. Through meaningful relationships, we create opportunities that strengthen businesses, develop leaders, support nonprofit organizations, and improve the communities we proudly serve. Together, we mentor, educate, refer, collaborate, volunteer, and stand beside one another because we know that when one member succeeds, we all succeed.
Foundational Principles
Our Core Values
Mission First
We prioritize our collective purpose and the success of our shared objectives above all else.
Integrity Always
We operate with unwavering honesty, transparency, and moral courage in every interaction.
Relationships First
We build deep, trust-based connections, knowing that true value comes from supporting one another.
Service to Others
We lead by serving, actively seeking ways to lift up our members, clients, and community.
Excellence Daily
We commit to the highest standards of professional performance, delivering on our promises with discipline.
Meet The Members
Get to know the professionals who make up Mission First. Every member is here to help you succeed.
Maria Ballinger
Keller Williams/ Seller's Agent / KW Suncoast
US Navy Daughter
Summer Daniel
Kellar Williams Realtor/ Buyer's Agent/ Sand Dollar Team
US Marine Corps
Len Danielwicz
Home Inspections 360
US Marine Corps
Matt DePalma
Capstan Financial Consulting Group
US Army Veteran
Business Owners Planning Retirement or Exit Strategy
Tia DePalma
Doll Aesthetics
US Coast Guard Veteran
Brides, Med Spas & Wellness-Minded Clients
Thomas Downer
B.U.D.S. Firearm and Safety Training
US Navy Veteran
New Gun Owners, Security Firms, & First Responders
Mary Feuser
Brightway Insurance
Service-Minded Professional
New Homeowners, Realtors & Auto Buyers Needing Coverage
Ray George
Canopy Mortgage
US Air Force Veteran
Realtors, Financial Planners & First-Time HomeBuyers
Barbra Grill
Prestige Massage Spa
US Navy Dependent & VA Network Provider
Chiropractors, Physical Therapists & Wellness Clients
Jon Kline
Klein Financial Solutions
US Marine Corps Veteran
Financial Planners, Estate Attorneys & New Parents
John Gonzalez
SBC Health Insurance
US Air Force Veteran
Individuals & Families Needing Health Coverage
Jeff Goerl
I-Deal Acquisitions
US Army Veteran
Anyone Buying, Selling, Or Trading a Vehicle
Klevis Kocareli
Short Stop Printing
US Army Veteran
Marketing Agencies, Event Planners & Realtors Needing Signage
Victoria Macri
Operation Healing Heroes
US Army Veteran
Veterans, VA Counselors & Employers Hiring Veterans
Dr. Kim Marino-Micheel DOM, LAc, AP, Dipl OM, RN
Breathe Acupuncture and Wellness
US Army Veteran & VA Network Provider
Chiropractors, Massage Therapists & Primary Care Doctors
Shannon Mesenburg
Operation Solid 7
US Air Force Gold Star Mom
Therapists, Employers & Veteran/First Responders Organizations
Christian Panin
Sheltering Tree Ministries
US Navy Veteran
Restortitive Retreats for Ministry Professionals
Angela Scott
EPIC Community Center - NonProfit
Service-Minded Professional
Empowering People in Christ
Ignatius Stephen
Pay Compass
Service-Minded Professional
Retailers & Small Businesses Needing Payment Systems
Bill Williams
Florida Dreamin' Property Management
Service-Minded Professional
Landlords, Realtors & Small Business Owners
Jeremy Williams
AI Solutions For Biz
Service-Minded Professional
Business Owners Looking to Automate Operations
Ron Zaleski
The Long Walk Home - NonProfit
US Marine Corps Veteran
Helping Vets Transition from Active Duty to Civilian Life, Counselling Services
Take Action
Get Involved
Choose your path to connect with Mission First. Visitors are always welcome to experience a meeting, and membership is open to service-minded professionals ready to make an impact.
Membership Interest
Plan your visit to an upcoming Thursday Meeting.
Mission First Business Alliance
Faith Driven. Purpose Connected.