April 20, 2024
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Florida farms bursting with innovation
In the face of low-cost competition from Mexico, Florida's strawberry growers (most of whom are within an hour's drive of Tampa) have to make their case on quality.
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Published on 12/2/2014
'The town that freedom built'
Zora Neale Hurston made the central Florida town of Eatonville famous. But the town has problems that Hurston's legacy can't solve.
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Published on 11/26/2014
Killing Field: Frank Laumer spreads the word about a Dade battlefield
A long-ago battle still echoes for a Hernando County man.
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Published on 10/28/2014
Howard Solomon - A Florida Original
Howard Solomon is Florida Trend's first Florida Original subject. This new feature highlights Florida's unique people and places.
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Published on 9/26/2014
Attorney LaShawnda Jackson is driven to succeed
Attorney LaShawnda Jackson's memory of her father propels her to succeed.
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Published on 7/28/2014
Greenlight Pinellas: Connecting Tampa Bay
Chris Steinocher, President & CEO, St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, explains the benefits of a proposed public mass transit system with plans to unite the Bay Area.
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Published on 7/22/2014
Shrinking margins at car dealerships in Florida
Former dealership owner Tommy Gibbs now works as an independent consultant to car dealerships.
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Published on 6/27/2014
Florida attorneys find rewards in pro bono work
Karen Meyer Buesing's work with the poor earns her the Bar's highest pro bono award.
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Published on 6/27/2014
Q&A with Brian Lamb of Fifth Third
Brian Lamb, president and CEO of Fifth Third - North Florida, offers his assessment on Florida's economic potential, industry trends and a client tailored banking experience.
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Published on 6/2/2014
Florida's changing demographics
Hispanics fueled much of Florida's population growth over the past decade. One telling stat: Some 19.5% of Floridians are foreign-born. Just over 23% are Hispanic.
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Published on 5/28/2014
Experts in their field
Florida university researchers generate more than $1 billion in grants annually.
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Published on 5/27/2014
Q&A with the attorneys of Dean Mead
Marc D. Chapman, President at Dean Mead Law Firm introduces Dean Mean, its history and describes its services to and for business...
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Published on 5/23/2014
30-somethings making their mark across Florida
From hedge funds to online publishing, these 30-something crowd key players are a diverse group of industry leaders, setting trends around the state.
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Published on 4/30/2014
What is your most effective strategy for landing new business?
Joseph Meterchick, Yosi Gil, Patty Nooney
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Published on 2/28/2014
Sarasota chef Paul Mattison keeps Florida rescue teams well-fed
Feeding and sheltering the army of utility workers who assemble from around the country when disaster strikes is a crucial if unnoticed part of the response to massive outages. Chef Paul Mattison is one of the most high-end restaurateurs to answer the call.
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Published on 1/31/2014
CEO Sounding Board: How did you get the idea to start your company?
These executives answered the question, "How did you get the idea to start your company?"
Eric Schigiel, Founder, CEO / Opustone Natural Stone Distributors, Miami; Steve Trover, CEO / All Star Vacation Homes, Orlando; Laura Johnson, CEO, designer / Coton Colors, Tallahassee
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Published on 1/31/2014
Pat Geraghty, Florida Blue CEO, is Floridian of the Year
Florida Blue CEO Pat Geraghty has staked out a leadership position that is putting his insurance company — and Florida — at the forefront of health care trends.
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Published on 1/2/2014
A Fixture in Apopka - Florida's longest-serving mayor
John Land, was first elected mayor of Apopka in 1949. He lost an election in 1967 but returned to win in 1970 and has been re-elected continuously since.
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Published on 12/23/2013
Wet Suits: Scuba diving lawyers
David Black was 7 the first time he saw someone pull on a wet suit and jump into the Atlantic Ocean.
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Published on 12/20/2013
Clyde Butcher - Preserving Florida
Clyde Butcher, noted environmental photographer and Florida "icon," discusses Florida's environment, "Preserving Eden," and his upcoming plans, from his gallery in Venice, Florida. Butcher is 71.
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Published on 12/9/2013
Homeowner finds going green will pay for itself - eventually
A 40-year-old, 4,000-sq.-ft. ranch-style home in the Miami area can cost a lot of money to cool...
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Published on 11/4/2013
Q&A with Arthur Keiser of Keiser University
Arthur Keiser, chancellor of Keiser University, discusses the role his school plays in training Florida's "adult learners."
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Published on 11/1/2013
Just Ask Boo - Miami-Dade Business Profile
Readers use the email newsletter Just Ask Boo, which has editions in Miami-Dade (two), Broward and Palm Beach counties...
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Published on 10/18/2013
CEO Sounding Board: Gaming in Florida
Question: When the Legislature takes up gaming in 2014, what should it implement?
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Published on 10/15/2013
Positive signs in commercial real estate
Justin Beck, president of Beck Property, a major full-service real estate company, talks about the commercial market's recent positive signs.
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Published on 9/24/2013
