May 7, 2024

Tuesday's Daily Pulse

What you need to know about Florida today

| 7/5/2016

› Want to start a business? Learn how through free Broward program
CareerSource Broward is launching a new program for would-be business owners and entrepreneurs. The free program, called Start-Up Now, is designed to help local residents develop a solid business plan and learn what it takes to build a thriving business.

› Full Sail University wades into virtual reality coursework with new lab
In response to growing need, Full Sail University in August will introduce coursework within its simulation and visualization program that teaches students AR and VR development.

› Port Tampa Bay still finding its way as expanded Panama Canal opens
After years of buildup, the widened Panama Canal opened last week but Port Tampa Bay still finds itself struggling to see where it fits in. To stand out, Port Tampa Bay spent $21.5 million for two post-Panamax gantry cranes to help grow its cargo container business.

› Rectrix Aviation is attracting business to Sarasota-Bradenton as it grows
Business on the noncommercial side of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport has come a long way since Rectrix Aviation moved in there eight years ago.

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