Author: Rebecca Padgett

EntreCon Ignites and Educates Local Businesses

  From the lone entrepreneur enacting their business plan to the family-owned company expanding through the years, the impacts of these businesses are noticeable within the communities they serve. Quint Studer, founder of Studer Community Institute, recognized the value of…

Waterfront Property in Navarre

SVN Southland Commercial Real Estate   When on the coast, the best place for a business to be located is near the water, especially if an outdoor deck overlooking the water happens to be attached. Good news for business owners:…

Cared for by Canterfield

Structure Commercial Real Estate   Medical Development Corp, which has involvements in restaurants, hotels and senior housing, has selected Tallahassee as the newest location for the successful Canterfield brand. Canterfield is a senior housing community that combines hospitality aspects and…

Wonderful Warehouses

NBI Properties, Inc.   If you’re in the market for plenty of warehouse space, there is much to be said about the promise of an unoccupied building ready to be filled. The deal becomes even sweeter when there are two…

Schoolhouse Rocks Sale

courtesy NBI Properties, Inc.   School will soon be back in session after the recent sale of this Pensacola property. This 46,826-square-foot structure was originally constructed in 1986 and was used as a school, Newpoint School of Pensacola, to be…

Slip Into A Sale

courtesy Craig Barrett / NBI Properties   Property situated along the water piques the interest of many as a desirable location for success. This 3.46-acre tract sits on the Intercostal Waterway at Fort Walton Beach with access to the Gulf…

Come Fly Away

Fly away to all that glitters in Las Vegas directly from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport, thanks to Allegiant. Beginning Oct. 7, the first direct route between “Sin City” and Destin/Fort Walton will commence for rates as low as $69.  Bright…

Moving Beyond Hardware

It’s 8 a.m. on a Monday and you’ve arrived at the office, suited up and with coffee in hand. You sign on to your computer and take a deep breath as you prepare to get ready for the big meeting…

Cultivating Sophistication

Kerri Parker/Corr Group   It is impossible to miss freshly flourishing 30Avenue with its 16 acres of majestic palms, manicured lawns and crisp white stucco buildings, all elements of an effort to provide an exquisite shopping experience. 30Avenue is a…

Paddling Toward a Purchase

“You only live once” is the motto of the popular paddleboard company, YOLO. The owners of the YOLO board location in Miramar Beach lived up to their motto by recently purchasing the building that they had been renting.  While a…

Suites for Lease

It is not often that two suites in the same bustling business complex become available for lease at the same time. Suites 105 and 106 at the Island Palm Shoppes are well-equipped and ready for occupancy.  Suite 105 measures 1,400…

2015 Year in Review

In 2015 we reported on business trends, provided tips for navigating successful companies, chatted with inspiring entrepreneurs and recognized ten influential women. 2016 holds endless potential, but before you can plan out where you’re going – it’s important to take…

A Showroom Is Ready for Its Next Act

The Naumann Group Real Estate Inc. West Tennessee Street, frequented by students, state employees and countless others, is one of the busiest in Tallahassee. The artery is traveled by some 45,000 cars a day, making commercial property along its length…

An Office With a View

Sperry Van Ness/Southland Commercial Real Estate   Job satisfaction results in part from the work environment. Ensconced in an office with a waterfront view and luxury amenities, you might find yourself never wanting to leave. Two Class A office units…

2015 Pinnacle Award Winners

Rowland Publishing Inc. heralded 10 outstanding women from throughout Northwest Florida at its second annual Pinnacle Awards luncheon, held at the Watercolor Inn and Resort in South Walton County.  The Pinnacle Awards were created to honor women who excel both…

A Parcel with Great Potential

SouthLand Commercial Real Estate   For some, an undeveloped parcel of land may seem barren. To others, it speaks of possibilities. Early this year, an investment group out of Georgia was overtaken by the potential of a 2,718-acre tract in…

Beautiful Brownstone Ready for Occupancy

Dustin Parkman/NBI Properties Charm and elegance are qualities that enhance a sense of grandeur and stateliness about a building. Stanford Hall Executive Suites exemplifies those traits, evoking both importance and comfort. These luxurious suites are turn-key ready for a professional…

At A Glance: August/September Issue

With its August/September edition, 850 brings North Florida a compelling complement of business news and profiles. Meet business owners who are achieving notoriety in their fields; learn how companies are evolving in response to today’s social climate and raise a…

Capital Commerce Center Shines

John McNeil/NAI TALCOR   It is almost impossible to miss the five stories of gleaming windows spanning the large office space located at 2601 Blairstone Road in Tallahassee. The newly renovated Capital Commerce Center is not only a sight to…

From Your Tap to the TAPP

It covers 70 percent of the Earth’s surface and helps plants grow. Children love splashing in it, it keeps us clean and after a sweltering day we crave an ice-coldglass of it. In case you haven’t guessed, “it” is water,…

More Interesting Women at A Day Of Dialogue 2015

The A Day of Dialogue 2015: The series features accomplished women who have answered the call of leadership in their personal and professional lives. Speakers included Nancy Carter, senior advisor of Catalyst Inc.; Elmira Mangum, president of Florida A&M University;…

A Miracle on Highway 98

It is rare in this day and age to find waterfront property with easy road access in an ideal location. The 3.18 acres located at 931 Miracle Strip  Parkway in Fort Walton Beach is one of those prized finds. Craig…

850 Business Magazine Year in Review

2014 has been an exciting year for 850 Magazine. The February/March issue covered Northwest Florida's wedding industry and those in the business of helping couples say, “I Do.” In April/May we wrote about how the booming Florida population will affect…