Florida's Year-Round Weather is Good For More Than You Think
Agriculture by the numbers.
850 — The Business Magazine of Northwest Florida - October-November 2014
Big Sports Attraction in Bay County
Sports of all sorts is big business in Bay County, attracting tournaments from across the country.
Bay County’s Tourism Summer Fling Turned Love Affair
The beach is big business, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year, but so is shopping at Pier Park and attractions like Miracle Strip and Grand Lagoon.
Changes in Bay County Education for Economic Enhancement
Putting a new focus on how schools can better train a workforce that will enhance economic development efforts.
A Tale of Two Fisheries
Commercial versus recreational fishing. What does the future hold for each?
The St. Joe Company Fearlessly Lays Out 50-year Plan
The St. Joe Company has unveiled a 50-year development plan for West Bay, and the county’s old airport is being converted to a new mixed-use development.
The Successes of Regina Jaquess, USA Water Skier
Having an accomplished career and successful business might be enough for some people, but Regina Jaquess isn’t your typical overachiever. “I pretty much have two professions,” blushed Jaquess. “I’m a professional water skier, and I’m also a pharmacist.” For Jaquess,…
Sound Bytes October/November
Capital New Beginnings HILLS Nan Hillis, a veteran banker and former BB&T region president, has been named chief strategy officer for Prime Meridian Bank, Tallahassee. Hillis previously oversaw bank operations for BB&T’s Central Florida region. Lorne Simmons has been promoted…
When He Couldn't Find a Job, Michael Chou Did The Unthinkable
Matt Burke Michael Chou turned to Japanese-inspired cuisine learned from his homeland of Taiwan to change the restaurant landscape in Tallahassee and Destin. Tallahassee and Destin diners know Osaka Japanese Steakhouse for its fresh sushi and tasty hibachi, but there…
The Pros to Forming a Political Action Committee
Attorney Josh Aubuchon says business owners should get involved in politics.
