Westshore Financial Group Annual Award Dinner 2024

For the fifth year running, I had the distinct privilege of being the official photographer for Westshore Financial Group's annual award dinner. A leading financial firm based in the heart of Central Florida, Westshore Financial Group's core mission has always been about building lasting relationships with their clients. Every year, they host this gala event at the prestigious JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, a venue that perfectly matches their high standards and commitment to excellence.

The event is always a highlight of the year, not just for Westshore, but for me as well. Set against the backdrop of the elegant hotel, the evening is always filled with a beautiful mix of gratitude, laughter, and camaraderie. It's a night when the company's top producers and leaders are recognized for their hard work and dedication. The awards are a testament to their achievements - from personalized bobble heads that capture their unique personalities, to exquisite crystal trophies and finely-crafted plaques that they can proudly display.

But the awards are only part of the story. The night is as much about the people as it is about the accolades. It's about the colleagues who have become friends, the friends who have become family. It's about celebrating the bonds that have been formed over countless hours spent working towards a common goal. And it's about expressing gratitude - for the opportunities, the growth, the successes, and the relationships.

I've been lucky enough to witness these bonds strengthen and deepen year after year. I've seen the joy in the eyes of those receiving their awards, the pride on the faces of their family members, and the genuine happiness of their colleagues who cheer them on. It's these moments, the ones of heartfelt congratulations and shared laughter, that I'm tasked with capturing. And it's a task I look forward to with anticipation each year.

I would like to give a special thank you to Chief Operating Officer Lynne Boyle and Director of Client Operations Dana Leet for inviting me back these past five years. As I look back on capturing the annual award dinners for Westshore Financial Group, I can't help but feel a sense of gratitude myself. Gratitude for being a part of this wonderful event, for getting to know the incredible people that make up the Westshore family, and for the opportunity to tell their story through my lens. Here's to 2024 achievements, laughter, and unforgettable memories.