Business Partner Program
   

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HASA’s Business Partner Program


HASA is pleased to recognize local businesses that have partnered with our association to provide member benefits, participate in sponsorships, and other mutually beneficial activities.  For more information on business partnerships, contact:

Business Partner Co-Chairs

Mary Cunningham
mary.cunningham@sdhc.k12.fl.us
 

Derrick McLaughlin
(813) 671-5115 ext. 224
derrick.mclaughlin@sdhc.k12.fl.us

Executive Director
 

Dr. John Miliziano
813-857-8893 or 813-265-0001
jmilizia@verizon.net

 

Business Partners benefit by

 

HASA’s Program of Activities

  • Notices on HASA’s Website

  • Promotional  Opportunities

  • Advertising  Space in HASA Newsletter

  • Invitations to Annual HASA Socials

  • Publication of Business Partner Flyer

 

 
  • Scholarships and Grants
  • Awards and Recognitions
  • Annual Spring and Fall Socials
  • Special Programs
  • Promotional Items
  • Communications - Flyers/Printed Material
  • Annual Membership Drive

 
 
 
 

BACCARELLA & BACCARELLA

          ATTORNEYS AT LAW

Baccarella and Baccarella, P.A. has been chosen by HASA for recommendation to its members in need of Family Law and related legal services.  The law firm provides, exclusively to HASA members, a free, initial $250.00 consultation and a 10% discount on legal fees.  Baccarella & Baccarella, P.A. has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell which places the firm in a category of superior legal service and expertise.   HASA members can receive the firm’s informative quarterly newsletter by calling (813) 348-9445.   For additional information, view the Baccarella & Baccarella P.A. website at:   www.baccarellalaw.com.

Donna C. Baccarella:           813-348-9445

www.baccarellalaw.com

Dominic Baccarella 813-348-9546 (fax)

Balfour

Greg Fenlon and Associates/Balfour has been awarded the #1 office in the United States by the Balfour Company.   For years Greg has, and continues to, donate beautiful HASA membership pins for our new members.

Contact Information:  Greg Fenlon
  Phone:     727-539-7070
Fax:         727-530-0745
Email:      greg.fenlon@balfour-rep.com
Websitewww.balfour.com

Balfour State Service Center, 4707 140th Avenue North, #217, Clearwater, FL  33762


Mortellaro and Quigley, CPA, LLC

Certified Public Account

We are a full service Certified Public Accounting firm providing a wide array of tax and accounting services including business and individual income tax return preparation.   We bring over 26 years of experience to the table and provide discounted CPA services for HASA.  Call today for a free consultation.
 

Contact Information: Doug Mortellaro
  813-909-4211
Email:  dj.mortellaro@verizon.net
website:  www.MortellaroQuigleyCPA.com
278 Crystal Grove Blvd., Lutz, Florida 33548


Herff Jones 

Sponsors of HASA’s Tom Rao Scholarship, Herff Jones continues a long tradition of service to Hillsborough County Public School students with a $1,000 donation to the education of the scholarship recipient.

Contact Information:

Lynn Zirkle

  727-545-3288 | Lzirkle99@verizon.net
Website:  www.herffjonestampabay.com
  John Mclay
727-381-7714 | jhn_mclay@yahoo.com (jhn_mclay)


Hillsborough Education Foundation

The Hillsborough Education Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that brings private resources to the district to assist teachers and administrators.  HASA has partnered with the Foundation for a number of years to provide matching dollar scholarships to graduating high school seniors.  Every year the Foundation obtains over $5M in support from the community, with 92 cents of every dollar going directly to programs.
 

Contact Information: 

William Hoffman
813-231-1926 - Email whoffman@educationfoundation.com
Bob Krouse
813-231-1970 - Email bkrouse@educationfoundation.com
 

     

Karp and Associates

Proud HASA business partner since 2002

Karp and Associates provides affordable, quality adult classroom education concerning retirement issues and professional investment advice.  Mr. Karp has been working with educators for over 25 years and is well versed regarding DROP, FRS, 403B tax sheltered annuities, IRAs, 401K rollovers, and financial planning issues.  Our clients are managed on a fee-only basis which assures that commissions won’t get in the way of offering you unbiased advice.  As a HASA member, Karp and Associates offers you a free consultation for enhancing your investment portfolio.

 

Contact Information: 

David Karp, President
  813-977-9940 - Email:  karpadvisory@gmail.com

Liberty Mutual

HASA members have access to high-quality security and protection through Liberty Mutual’s Educators Plus auto insurance.  HASA members will receive a 10% discount on auto policies.  In addition, if your car is vandalized on school property, Liberty Mutual will  waive the deductible.

For more information or to get a free, no-obligation quote call Eileen Cuesta at 800-308-8496 x55643.


 


Lifetouch/Bryn-Alan Studios

As the official photographer for all HASA events, Lifetouch/Bryn Alan are known for leading edge imaging and process technologies that continually breathe new life into school portraits and yearbook photography.  From digital cameras, to new image-enhancement software, to their interactive portrait-management website, Lifetouch/Bryn-Alan delivers exceptional picture products to schools, students and parents.  Bryn-Alan has sponsored several HASA initiatives and events and continues to remain an active business partner.  For more information contact:
 

Lifetouch National School Studios

 

Craig A. Morris, Area Operations Mgr.
813-402-3481
Email: 
cmorris@lifetouch.com

Eddie Ocasio, Regional Account Executive: 
1-800-229-2796 #7363
Email e.ocasio@brynalan.com


Nova Southeastern University 

The Mission of Nova Southeastern University, a private, not-for-profit institution, is to offer a diverse array of innovative academic programs that complement on-campus educational opportunities and resources with accessible distance learning programs to foster academic excellence, intellectual inquiry, leadership, research, and commitment to community through engagement of students and faculty members in a dynamic, life-long learning environment.

Nova Southeastern University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. Nova Southeastern University was first accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) as Nova University in 1971.

Nova Southeastern University sponsors two $1000.00 academic tuition voucher scholarships for HASA’s scholarship program each academic year. The scholarships may be applied to the Abraham S. Fischler School of Education Master’s, Educational Specialist’s or Doctorate Degree Programs. 

NSU Tampa Doctorate in Education Program

The primary goal of the Education Major (Ed. D.) is to build upon the capacities of adult learners to meet both current and future leadership challenges facing their organizations. Because of its commitment to the working professional, the school offers alternative delivery systems that are adaptable to practitioners’ work schedules and locations.  The Tampa Doctorate in Education Program is delivered in a combination of live on-site classes and distance learning methodologies. At NSU, our Education Major (Ed. D.) offers eleven varied concentration areas, as well as twelve education minors.   

NSU Tampa Master’s and Educational Specialist’s Degree Programs

The Master’s and Educational Specialist’s degree programs range from elementary education, pre-k/primary education, reading education, teaching English to speakers of other languages, exceptional student education and educational leadership. Whether you are an educator looking for add-on certification/recertification or an individual looking to join the teaching profession, our programs prepare educators to tackle the educational challenges of today and tomorrow. Virtually all programs are conveniently offered online and/or on-site in Tampa.
 

Contact Information: 

Tampa NSU Educational Center
Dr. Deborah Coyle, Fischler School of Education Administrator

3632 Queen Palm Drive
Tampa, Florida 33619

                                   

NSU Office Phone:     813-574-5200

Home Phone:             813-963-3065

Cell Phone:                813-244-2924

Email Address:           coyle@nova.edu

 

 


Suncoast Schools FCU

In 1934, teachers chartered the Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union to help one another.  Since then, SSFCU has expanded the criteria for membership.  Now, in addition to school employees, membership is open to children attending public school in Hillsborough, Pasco and Hernando counties, employees of many local businesses, hospitals, cities and counties and people age 55 and over, as well as immediate family members.  SSFCU is an active HASA business partner, providing door prizes and promotional items throughout the year.
 

Contact Information: 

Cindy Helton
  Telephone:  621-7511 ext. 87977
Toll free:  800-999-5887
Email:  cindy.helton@suncoastfcu.org

Suncoast Wealth Services

Your LTC insurance Source 

We make it easy for HASA members to get the information, policy quotes and advice that they need to take care of this most critical part of retirement planning and family protection. We have the experience to support each person's unique needs and represent most major insurance carriers bringing you objectivity and comprehensive service.

Call today for a free consultation. We make house calls!

 

Contact Information:   

Robert Fox, CFP, ChFC
Telephone:   813-949-3800
Email address:  rfox0008@tampabay.rr.com
www.suncoastwealth.com

Troy University

Associate, Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees
Online and On-site

 

Troy University’s Tampa Bay Site offers a Master of Science in Counseling & Psychology (MSCP) with a choice of 2 concentrations (Clinical Mental Health and Social Services) taught completely in-class. 

TROY’s MSCP Social Services concentration is a 36 credit hour program that is tailored to meet needs of individuals interested in providing social services in settings that do not require licensure. Meets the academic requirements to become certified in School Guidance Counseling.

TROY’s MSCP Clinical Mental Health concentration is a 60 credit hour program and is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) and has been tailored to meet educational standards for state licensure and national counseling credentials.

Apply now and start your portfolio for admission to the program.  Go to http://admissions.troy.edu/graduate to apply, call 813-835-6220, email tampa@troy.edu or visit for more information. 

When you compare, you will find that the tuition rate at Troy University is extremely affordable.  Troy University is regionally accredited by SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools).

Troy University offers several Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees online as well as dual enrollment.  TROY’s ACCELERATE Dual Enrollment  program offers online students the opportunity to enjoy the advantages of earning college credit while still in high school.  Our Site is conveniently located on the northwest corner of W. Kennedy Blvd. & Memorial Highway across from Westshore Plaza.


 
VALIC Financial Advisors, Inc.

Since 1967, VALIC Investments has been the leading retirement plan provider for all employees of the Hillsborough County School Board.  VALIC continues to be a business partner of HASA and has generously donated the printing services for this brochure.  VALIC provides products and services to help clients develop and maintain an investment strategy.  For more information regarding DROP, FRS, financial planning, rollover accounts, mutual funds, IRAs, education funding and life insurance please call:
 

Chris Brown 813-269-3362 or 813-712-0938
Todd M. Gutman 813-269-3362 or 727-267-6951
4300 W. Cypress Street, Suite 1000
Tampa, FL  336
07
Website:         www.VALIC.com

   
Westshore Financial Group


 

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Chris Fontana
(813) 404-1853
christopher_fontana@glic.com

 


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