Faith Driven. Purpose Connected.
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 faith, 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. 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 Realtor / Seller's Agent / KW Suncoast
US Navy DaughterMortgage lenders, home inspectors & title companies
Summer Daniel
Keller Williams Realtor / Buyer's Agent / Sand Dollar Team
US Marine CorpsMortgage lenders, home inspectors & title companies
Len Danielwicz
HomeInspections360
US Marine CorpsRealtors & real estate agents needing inspections
Matt DePalma
Capstan Financial Consulting Group
US Army VeteranBusiness owners planning retirement or exit strategy
Tia DePalma
Doll Aesthetics
US Coast GuardBrides, med spas & wellness-minded clients
Thomas Downer
B.U.D.S. Firearm and Safety Training
US NavyNew gun owners, security firms & first responders
Mary Feuser
Brightway Insurance
Service-Minded ProfessionalNew homeowners, realtors & auto buyers needing coverage
Ray George
Canopy Mortgage
US Air ForceRealtors, financial planners & first-time homebuyers
Barbara Gill
Prestige Massage Spa
US Navy Dependent • VA Network ProviderChiropractors, physical therapists & wellness clients
Jeff Goerl
I-Deal Acquisitions
US ArmyAnyone buying, selling, or trading in a vehicle
John Gonzalez
SBC Health Insurance
US Air Force VeteranIndividuals & families needing health coverage
Jon Kline
Klein Financial Solutions
US Marine CorpsFinancial planners, estate attorneys & new parents
Klevis Kocareli
Short Stop Printing
US ArmyMarketing agencies, event planners & realtors needing signage
Victoria Macri
Operation Healing Heroes
US ArmyVeterans, VA counselors & employers hiring veterans
Dr. Kim Marino-Micheel
Breathe Acupuncture and Wellness
US Army • VA Network ProviderChiropractors, massage therapists & primary care doctors
Shannon Mesenburg
Operation Solid 7
US Air Force Gold Star MomTherapists, employers & veteran/first responder organizations
Christian Panin
Sheltering Tree Ministries
US NavyRestorative Retreats for Ministry Professionals
Angie Scott
EPIC Community Center – Nonprofit
Service-Minded ProfessionalEmpowering People in Christ
Ignatius Stephen
Pay Compass
Service-Minded ProfessionalRetailers & small businesses needing payment systems
Bill Williams
Florida Dreamin' Property Management
Service-Minded ProfessionalLandlords, realtors & small business owners
Jeremy Williams
AI Solutions for Biz
Service-Minded ProfessionalBusiness owners looking to automate operations
Ron Zaleski
The Long Walk Home – Nonprofit
US Marine CorpsHelping vets transition from active duty to civilian life, counseling 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.