Brooke Kromer
As a former NFL sports host, Brooke Kromer moved around often. That is, until she found her forever home in 30A. That “just right” feeling is something she aspires to help every client find when she hands them the keys…
850 — The Business Magazine of Northwest Florida - Summer 2025
Katie Anderson
Katie Anderson will be the first to tell you that social media is essential to the success of a business. In 2019, she rode the wave of the influx of social media platforms, bringing to life a marketing company that…
Christie Petruzzelli
Growing up, Christie Petruzzelli was always playing a sport or auditioning for a part in a show. She’s competitive by nature—subscribing to the belief that with the right focus, attitude, and energy, she can master nearly anything. This point-of-view has…
Maya Sargent
Originally from the United Kingdom, Maya Sargent knew she wanted to create her version of the American dream. This dream included being a friendly, familiar face and the voice piece for a community, as a reporter. After moving to the…
Matthew Minnix
Matthew Minnix is the co-owner of Thick Cookie Co., a bakery that got its start with online and pop-up sales and recently opened a storefront in Fort Walton Beach. The process of opening the shop that specializes in thick, chewy…
Vacation Rental Resilience
Tourism is Florida’s No. 1 economic engine, and in Walton County, it plays an especially pivotal role. The scenic 30A corridor is not just a beloved stretch of sugar-white sand and turquoise water; it’s also home to a tourism ecosystem…
Morgan Page
Morgan Page is co-owner of Thick Cookie Co., a bakery specializing in thick, chewy cookies that got its start in online and pop-up sales and recently opened a storefront in the Fort Walton Beach downtown area. She hopes her business…
The Free Market
I have recently spoken with business owners and entrepreneurs concerned over the rising costs of imported raw materials—many of which, such as precious minerals, cannot be easily obtained domestically. This issue’s letter is a response to these worries—an opening volley…
Amanda Campbell
Amanda Campbell leads her life with a servant’s heart. Campbell has been volunteering since she was a little girl, which led to her career path in non-profits. In her role, she raises awareness for Legal Services of North Florida, which…
Koby Townsend
A desire to improve his community’s quality of life is the primary goal that guides Koby Townsend in his work. In his career of service, he hopes to create opportunities that allow residents to live comfortable lives, where young people…
