Small Business start-up loses everything after Two
Hurricanes
CLEARWATER, Fla., Oct. 12,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Flood waters in the
aftermath of hurricane Helene left significant property and
equipment losses for Joseph Camerieri and his home and
business. Only recently did those waters recede to where cleanup
can occur.
"I'm not a quitter," said Camerieri in a
brief video; "I don't quit.. everybody knows that.
Zeppole LLC, Camerieri's home-based business, suffered a
significant loss when the primary equipment he used to produce a
variety of products was severely damaged by water. Cleanup is under
way to salvage as much of the equipment as possible. Some items
will be hard to replace as Joseph built up his baking kitchen and
production tools over time.
The owner is seeking the public's help by publicizing a link on
GoFundMe to serve as a conduit for willing participants to help
out. That site can be found at: https://gofund.me/065c9b86
Camerieri started his bakery in 2022 after inspiration from his
mother, Gaetana "Chickie
Camerieri, who was born and grew up in Brooklyn, New York. In 1976, Gaetana moved to
Florida along with her husband and
three children. Years later, as a member of the newly-formed
Italian women's group, she was largely responsible for starting the
Italian Feast of San Gennaro in Safety
Harbor, an event that grew to 15,000 attendees coming
together over a three-day weekend.
All of the money accepted through GoFundMe will help
Joseph Camerieri restart his
business and be able to afford vital equipment. He looks to resume
production of his product as soon as possible. Working two jobs one
as utility for Fox Sports CBS, 15 years, for all home games he had
to miss the most recent home game in Tampa in which Superbowl Tom Brady was Fox
sports analyst announcer. He is a member of IBEW UNION 1200 OF Tampa,
Florida
"I'm not a quitter," said Camerieri in a brief video; "I don't
quit.. everybody knows that. I may take a shot in the face and get
held up for a day or two, but I will rebuild." On the evacuation
orders he got to save a dog named Suzy at his mobile home complex,
My neighbor's roommate had to leave the dog.
Joseph's original Zeppole recipe has been served to over 500,000
people and is available exclusively online. With its heralded
flavor and acclaimed sugar coating, the product has gained
popularity steadily for over 10 years. This demand has kept
Camerieri determined to keep the business going.
"I'm hearing how people want me to rebuild and keep the bakery
functioning. I'm going to do everything in my power to satisfy
their desire and keep this business going, as strong as ever,"
stated Camerieri. "I just need people's help and God's help, and we
can do this!"
Media Contact
Joseph Camerieri, Zeppole, LLC, 1
7277413759, contact@zeppolemix.com, https://zeppolemix.com/
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