850 — The Business Magazine of Northwest Florida - 850 Business Magazine August-September 2011

A Miracle Revived

Out of a forgotten storage shed and back into the sunlight, the amusement rides from the old Miracle Strip Amusement Park come to life again. A Miracle Revived Unlocked storage unit provides foundation for the new version of an old…

A Miracle Revived

Out of a forgotten storage shed and back into the sunlight, the amusement rides from the old Miracle Strip Amusement Park come to life again. A Miracle Revived Unlocked storage unit provides foundation for the new version of an old…

Placing A $10 Million Bet On Gretna

Gadsden County’s economy — and local horse breeders — will realize big benefits from a new quarter horse racetrack under construction in Gretna and set to open this winter. Placing A $10 Million Bet On Gretna Alabama Tribe gambles on…

If You Have Made It This Far …

If You Have Made It This Far … By Brian Rowland, Publisher Originally published in the Aug/Sep 2011 issue of 850 Business Magazine Over the past couple of weeks, I have been speaking with my counselors, mentors and business friends…

B2B Bartering

In today’s economy, businesses are looking at every possible way to conserve cash — and that includes bartering with other businesses to offset their expenses. The Bottom Line — Alternative Currency Trading goods and services makes good business sense By…

International Trade

Ed Moore shares his insight on how private universities and colleges are helping to prepare Northwest Florida for an expected explosion in international trade. Business Speak International Trade By Dr. Ed Moore Originally published in the Aug/Sept 2011 issue of…

Beach Business Baron

From Alvin’s to Ripley’s, Gary Walsingham has been promoting business in Panama City Beach for 50 years. Beach Business Baron Gary Walsingham, Panama City Beach, CEO Walsingham Investments By Wendy O. Dixon Originally published in the Aug/Sept 2011 issue of…