Monday's Daily Pulse

› Trump’s tower of trouble: anatomy of a financial fiasco [Miami Herald]
For Donald Trump, it was a stunning landmark of the 21st century: a luxury high-rise shaped like an ocean liner and bearing his name that would turn Fort Lauderdale Beach into an international draw. Now, with the hulking, empty tower casting a shadow over one of Florida’s most popular beachfronts, investors are demanding details of the massive project’s collapse and debts of $185 million.

› FastTrac gives business owners the tools to grow [Fort Myers News-Press]
After a full day’s work, 12 business people gathered at the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce last Monday night to learn more about business, but it’s not the typical textbook course you’d find at a university or college. Participants strolled around the room playing FastTrac bingo.

› Spirit among 16 contenders for ‘Worst Company in America’ title [South Florida Sun-Sentinel]
Miramar-based low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines has scored a spot in the top 16 on Consumerist.com’s 7th Annual ‘Worst Company in America’ tournament, according to a recent report. Spirit, who made the tournament for the first time this year, beat out Delta Air Lines, a veteran tournament contender, as bracket favorite.

› Building a successful endeavor [Gainesville Sun]
The seeds of the Innovation Gainesville initiative were planted nearly five years ago when the Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce and Council for Economic Outreach were updating their blueprint for economic development.

› Vision becomes artistic reality at Miami Marlins Park [Miami Herald]
It began four years ago on a paper napkin. That’s when Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria sat down with renowned ballpark architect Earl Santee to discuss his vision of how a Major League baseball venue in Miami should look.