In recognition of National Small Business Week, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) highlight resources available to small businesses in Florida. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis, Department of Economic Opportunity Highlight Florida Small Business Resources in Recognition of National Small Business Week
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HIE Networks, Inc. Expands National Reach
With two new clients in Wisconsin and Hawaii,
Tallahassee-based HIE Networks advances nationwide reach
HIE Networks, a leading provider of health information exchange services, recently acquired two new clients, ConsensioHealth and Ali’i Health Center. [Read more…] about HIE Networks, Inc. Expands National Reach
Florida’s Housing Market Shows Gains in August as Pandemic Continues
Sales, Median Prices, New Pending Sales, New Listings Up Year-over-Year
Florida’s housing market reported more closed sales, more new pending sales, higher median prices and more new listings in August compared to a year ago despite the ongoing pandemic, according to Florida Realtors® latest housing data. [Read more…] about Florida’s Housing Market Shows Gains in August as Pandemic Continues
Sterling Lexicon Amplifies User Experience with Website Revamp
New site expands global content with a personalized touch
Sterling Lexicon, a trusted leader providing U.S. domestic and international services in the mobility and relocation industry, today launched its enhanced website, sterlinglexicon.com, designed to provide a personalized experience for visitors, customers and partners around the world. [Read more…] about Sterling Lexicon Amplifies User Experience with Website Revamp
Reopening Florida in the midst of hurricane season
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
In a recent opinion piece published by the Gainesville Sun, President of the Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Julio Fuentes, discusses critical issues around reopening during hurricane season, with a focus on Hispanic Floridians. [Read more…] about Reopening Florida in the midst of hurricane season
Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse Warn Consumers of “Too Good To Be True” Lawsuit Enticements
Last week, Julio Fuentes, President of the Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, in coordination with the Florida chapter of Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse, led a roundtable discussion concerning the far-ranging economic impact of too many lawsuits on small businesses and consumers. [Read more…] about Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse Warn Consumers of “Too Good To Be True” Lawsuit Enticements
Local Retailers Invited to Participate in Free Webinar Series About Thriving in COVID-19 Era
Local retailers are invited to participate in a free webinar series that will provide tools to stay afloat during the tough COVID-19 economic climate. [Read more…] about Local Retailers Invited to Participate in Free Webinar Series About Thriving in COVID-19 Era
Governor Ron DeSantis Encourages Floridians to Travel Within the State to Help Tourism Recover
What They Are Saying
Florida economic development and tourism leaders from across Florida are applauding Governor Ron DeSantis’ support of VISIT FLORIDA’s new in-state marketing campaign to help Florida’s tourism industry and economy recover from COVID-19.
Florida Smoke Free Association Thanks Governor Ron DeSantis for Veto of Senate Bill 810, protecting Florida’s businesses, jobs and ex-smokers
After Gov Ron DeSantis vetoed Senate Bill 810, the Florida Smoke Free Association sent a letter thanking the governor for this bold move that saved thousands of jobs and for “understanding the need of responsible adult ex-smokers to access effective alternatives to smoking.” [Read more…] about Florida Smoke Free Association Thanks Governor Ron DeSantis for Veto of Senate Bill 810, protecting Florida’s businesses, jobs and ex-smokers
API: Offshore Energy Moratorium is ‘Wrong Approach at the Wrong Time’
The American Petroleum Institute (API) issued the following statement in response to today’s announcement by the Trump administration to extend the moratorium on the Eastern Gulf of Mexico (EGOM) and expand it to the South Atlantic. [Read more…] about API: Offshore Energy Moratorium is ‘Wrong Approach at the Wrong Time’