Chancellor Madeline Pumariega is in the Business of Opportunity
Miami native leads students to aim higher and secure employment
Politics
Unfinished Business
The 2017 legislative session resulted in limited lawmaking affecting businesses, but funding was preserved for tourism promotion and economic development.
Pinnacle Award Honorees 2017
This year’s Pinnacle Award winners represent fields ranging from broadcast journalism and motivational speaking to economic development and corporate communications. The awards, presented by 850 Business Magazine, honor women who have distinguished themselves professionally and as community servants.
Legislature 2017
The Florida Legislature convenes its 2017 session, prepared to tackle a slew of issues that affect business, including worker compensation, education & water availability.
Top-Notch Hospitality
Barry Shields begins preparing the Governor’s Club early for an onslaught of business when legislators come to town.
There’s No Place Like Home
A native Tallahassean is taking the lead in forging the area’s economic future.
The New Leaders of FSU and FAMU Look to the Future
We met with President John Thrasher of Florida State University and President Elmira Mangum of Florida A&M University to catch up after their first year on the job.
Gwen Graham is For Hard Workdays in North Florida
R. Gwen Graham reflects on her 1st few months in office & her hopes for NW FL.
Raimund Herden, The Great Mind Behind Bluewater Bay
The behind-the-scenes story of Raimund Herden, the visionary behind Bluewater Bay who has lived the American dream.
Crist v. Scott: Battle of The Governors
Gov. Rick Scott and former Gov. Charlie Crist, talk about their vision for NWFL economic development.
