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Political divisions could steer Florida's Constitutional Revision
Once every twenty years, Floridians have the opportunity to propose changes to the state’s most important document. But some are worried political divides could pull the Constitution Revision Commission off course. More from WUSF.
Florida lawmakers seek clarity on Trump's refugee ban
Florida lawmakers are speaking out about President Donald Trump's executive order targeting immigrants from predominantly Muslim countries, with Republican Sen. Marco Rubio calling for the administration to clarify its policy. More from the Naples Daily News.
See also:
» Marco Rubio says he’s ‘uneasy’ about potential impact of Trump’s executive order on refugees
» Some South Florida lawmakers remain silent on Trump refugee order
» Trump's executive order causes chaos at Fort Lauderdale Cruise Terminal
» South Florida undocumented immigrant weighs in on Trump's executive order
Office Depot names Lenovo executive Gerry Smith new CEO
Boca Raton-based Office Depot has appointed Lenovo executive Gerry P. Smith as its new CEO, the office-supply retailer announced Monday morning. Current CEO Roland Smith previously announced his intention to retire from the role and would continue as chairman. See the news release from Office Depot, here.
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Column: Sarasota County starting year with strong economic development momentum
Sarasota County economic development is launching into 2017 with a strong tailwind and a lengthy string of successes in 2016, reminding us that this community is well-positioned to compete and win. And is doing so. More from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.
Small Business Advice
A businessperson who is accountable focuses on results, not the job
Accountability turns the work paradigm on its head. Rather than focusing on the tasks required to do a job, a person who is accountable focuses on results. In order to be successful, a business must focus on results, not the job. More from Jerry Osteryoung.
Florida Small Business
Info Services
The Florida Department of State’s Division of Corporations serves as the State of Florida’s official business entity index. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week through Sunbiz.org. As the first stop for starting or staying in business in Florida, it is also an excellent resource for locating businesses operating in the Sunshine State.
» More from Florida Small Business.
Business Q&A
Did Obamacare hurt your business?
Obamacare could be repealed under President Donald Trump. The Miami Herald asked South Florida CEOs: Did the health law hurt or help your business after it was implemented?
» Read more from the Miami Herald.
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