"Hubert Rutland, Chairman of the Board and President” Exhibit at the St. Petersburg Museum of History - Spring of 2007 Proudly Sponsored by: “The Optimist That Could Make Things Happen” Presented by: S.P.M.O.H. Board of Trustees at the St. Petersburg Museum of History The ingenuity of Hubert Rutland Senior, within the Pinellas County banking industry in the mid 1960s through the 80s touched both the common person and the business entrepreneur alike. Organizations such as the Port of Manatee and countless others were created as a direct result of Mr. Rutland’s ability to see and meet the needs of emerging markets within the banking industry. Banks have a long history and have influenced economies and politics for centuries. from religious temples in 18th Century BC, to Christian prohibition for charging interest on money in the 2nd Century AD.  As the “Hubert Rutland the Man” exhibit takes center-stage in early 2007, at the St. Petersburg Museum of History, the local history of Florida’s most innovative banker will unfold before your very eyes! Despite never having finished grade school, Hubert Rutland had determination, a positive outlook and great work ethic that earned him the title of “St. Petersburg’s Most Successful Merchant.” Hubert Rutland Sr. founded three banks, that merged into the Rutland Bank. Rutland Bank was sold in 1986 for $72.5-million to Tampa's First Florida Banks Inc. Mr. Rutland took his marketing experience from running the family Department Store and used those skills to develop the Rutland bank. Mr. Rutland was a banker, rancher, clothier, family man and community friend. Hubert Rutland was a one of a kind person. His Firsts includes: Free Checking Saturday Banking Banking Open Friday nights until 7pm ATM Banking and Drive Ins on both sides of the streets.

Through the generous contributions of companies like yours, the St. Petersburg Museum of History will be able to present a unique, highly visible exhibit which will offer your company an opportunity to discover, explore and learn about the world of history around them. When you become a sponsor of the “Hubert Rutland, Chairman of the Board exhibit, you become part of an adventure that reaches back to decades of banking history leaving an entertaining legacy for generations to come. As a sponsor, your company could market with the Museum: “Good Enough for Managing Hubert Rutland’s Money…Great Enough for Yours.” Investment Level $10,000 Publicity & Recognition Recognition in the museum lobby for one year, where annual traffic averages 30,000 plus visitors and more than 12 events. Recognition in the Sea Breeze Quarterly Members Newsletter  Recognition on the Museum’s new web site and all media including press releases. print & electronic. Tickets and Employee Benefits Free Month of Admission for up to 10 Employees Choose a designated month when 10 employees receive free museum admission, includes immediate family. (Subject to scheduling.) Corporate Membership Card (Admits 4 year round) Complimentary admission for cardholder and guests for one year. Hospitality & Events Complimentary Facility Rental Receive one complimentary facility rental for a corporate or special event at the museum. (You provide the food and set up). Invitations to Special Events (20) Tickets to exclusive members-only events, including exhibit openings. Investment Level $7,500 Publicity & Recognition for Hubert Rutland the Man Exhibit Choose Five Museum Events for Sponsorship or, choose two museum events and receive sponsorship recognition on a special exhibit in one of the museum’s galleries. Lobby Recognition Recognition in and Sea Breeze Quarterly Members Newsletter Recognition on the Museum’s Web Site Recognition on the Museum’s new web site and all media including press releases. print & electronic. Free Week Admission Tickets and Employee Benefits Free Week of Admission for Employees Choose a designated week when employees receive free museum admission, includes immediate family. (Subject to scheduling.) Corporate Membership Card (admits 4 year round) Hospitality & Events Facility Rental Discount (50%) Receive a discount on facility rental for one corporate or special event at the museum (includes table and chair rental and setup fee.) Invitations to Special Events (10) Investment Level $5,000 Publicity & Recognition for Hubert Rutland the Man Exhibit Choose Four Museum Events for Sponsorship or, choose one museum event and receive sponsorship recognition on a special exhibit in one of the museum’s galleries.  Lobby Recognition Recognition in and Sea Breeze Quarterly Members Newsletter Recognition on the Museum’s Web Site Hospitality & Events Facility Rental Discount (20%) • Invitations to Special Events (8)

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