Everything You Need To Know About The New Tax Reform
The most far-reaching overhaul of the country’s tax system in 30 years
Walton County’s Tourism Reach Extends to Atlanta
Fully 10 percent of visitors to South Walton County are from the Atlanta market.
Circle Grill and Grady’s Seafood Have the Friendliest Rivalry Around
Rivalry restaurants serve diners’ palates well
Black Lab Inspires Entrepreneur's Shrimp Marinade Business Venture
Abandoned dog and a shrimp marinade kick-starts major entrepreneurial success
Chancellor Madeline Pumariega is in the Business of Opportunity
Miami native leads students to aim higher and secure employment
What a Difference a Penny Makes
Three times since 1989, Leon County voters have approved adding a penny to the local sales tax. In the third vote in 2014, voters agreed to extend the tax from 2020 to 2040.
OEV ignites economic vitality with layered, holistic effort
In February 2016, the Office of Economic Vitality (OEV) was formed as part of a newly created Tallahassee/Leon County department for Planning, Land Management and Community Enhancement — acronym PLACE.
Writing Code
The demand for certain high-tech skills has grown much faster than the supply. Computer code schools are emerging to groom candidates to fill IT jobs.
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.
Aerial Opportunists
In just a few years, drones have evolved from a hobby device to a serious industrial tool. With the industry taking off, expect to see more of them, especially over outdoor events, industrial sites and real estate.
Back on Track?
It’s going to be an uphill battle, but hopes remain high that Amtrak will resume its passenger rail service between New Orleans and Orlando. Although fans are hoping to see some of the service return within two years, the major hurdle that remains is funding for the project and who will pay what.
More Mollusks, Please
An area known for its blue-green waterways and rich ecosystems, Santa Rosa County is currently working on a project that could improve the quality of marine life — and perhaps economic development — for years to come. The county has been working with scientists at the Nature Conservancy since 2015 on the Pensacola East Bay Oyster Habitat Restoration Project — a multi-phase endeavor that’s being funded by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund.
More Than Just Numbers
Winston Howell changed his college major 14 times before settling on accounting. Today he is the managing shareholder of the fast-growing Thomas Howell Ferguson CPAs.
How to Keep Talent in Your Tech Company
Talent is the No. 1 commodity in the business of technology. There a few major factors that can help businesses acquire and retain the best and brightest in our community.
Jump-starting the Job Market
World’s largest credit union continues to grow its footprint in Escambia.
Improved Economy Boosts Construction, Jobs
New construction is the backbone of economic growth.
Embracing Altruism
One of eight Benefit Corporations in Florida, the Walton County-based Amavida Coffee and Tea Company represents a new breed of business — one aimed at balancing the public good with making profit.
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.
