July 7, 2020

ECOncrete requires less energy to make and promotes healthy marine life

Our June issue profiles Florida businesses with a sustainability focus. ECOncrete co-founder Shimrit Perkol-Finkel says ECOncrete can be cast in ways that can promote the growth of marine life.

Movers & Influencers

Personal promotions, transfers, board appointments, civic accomplishments and philanthropic activities for the week of June 29, 2020.

How Southwest Florida businesses are coping during the coronavirus pandemic

Your Southwest Florida business roundup for the month of June.

The Motwani family business's rise from motels to luxury hotels and condos

The Motwani family's first venture in Florida landed them in a fix — but ultimately on a trajectory they've ridden from mom-and-pop motels to luxury hotel and condo towers.

Todd Roberts invents a pen sanitization device: the CleanBlock

The manager of Orlando Health’s biorepository found inspiration at a doctor’s appointment in 2011 when the receptionist handed him a pen that a coughing patient had just used.

Gulf Power inspects power lines with new drone program

Regional business news from around the state, including Northwest Florida.

Remote learning in Miami-Dade County

Our Miami-Dade roundup spotlights how local officials were able to switch quickly to remote learning largely because of a $1.2-billion bond referendum, approved in 2012.

Higher property tax bills could bring more financial pain during coronavirus pandemic

Don't miss out on the latest in Florida real estate news in our weekly roundup.

USF's new president Steve Currall

Our June issue features USF's president who came to USF from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, where he was provost and vice president of academic affairs for three years.

A makeover for Port Canaveral

The Economic Backbone section of our May issue puts the spotlight on the transportation industry, including news about Florida's ports, airports and so much more.

Hard Rock Stadium's CEO pledges to reduce 100% of single-use plastics by 2022

Hard Rock Stadium CEO Tom Garfinkel announced the change last September after watching a “60 Minutes” report on an 80,000-ton mass of trash floating in the Pacific Ocean.

How Florida businesses are responding to employees during the COVID-19 crisis

Many employers in Florida like AHS Residential CEO Ernesto Lopes have stepped up during the coronavirus pandemic to take care of their employees. Others, whether because they lacked the financial resources or just the resolve, not so much.

Think small to get BIG results: How to get your first 1,000 customers

Wondering how to get your Florida business its first 1,000 customers? Florida Trend's sales and marketing coach Ron Stein shares the top four phases to a great launch plan.

Ed Massey is a Florida Icon

Ed Massey, 73, is the President of Indian River State College.

UCF/Valencia's downtown campus: Universities as community economic engines

Orlando's new UCF/Valencia downtown campus is at the leading edge of a trend that's seen universities become community economic engines.

Take-out food during the coronavirus crisis

Read how savvy restauranteurs are adjusting amid social-distancing across Florida in our May 2020 issue.

Kalera's hydroponic ‘Green' lettuce is a hit

Kalera's hydroponic lettuce farm makes growing predictable and sustainable.

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Florida Business News

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At least $25 billion in interest-free government loans from the Paycheck Protection Program went to Florida small businesses affected by the coronavirus pandemic, according to data released Monday by the Small Business Administration.

Florida attorney Ben Crump remains in the civil rights spotlight

Ben Crump’s advocacy and success have established him as the leading attorney nationally in high-profile civil rights cases.

Florida announced as participant in new automated vehicle initiative

The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced Florida as one of its first participants in the Automated Vehicle Transparency and Engagement for Safety Testing Initiative.

Florida gas prices reach 15-week high

Florida gas prices hit a 15-week high following the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Gas averaged $2.11 per gallon across the state Monday, up 8 cents over the week.

Amtrak to reduce New York-Florida trains starting July 6, with more cuts coming Oct. 1

Starting next week, Amtrak is cutting back service between New York and Florida, and train riders can expect more service reductions nationwide by fall.

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