November 21, 2019

Movers & Influencers

Personal promotions, transfers, board appointments, civic accomplishments and philanthropic activities for the week of November 18, 2019.

Changes in latitude: Margaritaville mayhem

Our November issue features how an introduction to executives at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville has propelled Minto Communities into expansion mode.

Greater Gainesville is transitioning

More than a "sleepy little college town," read how the Greater Gainesville area is battling its way up the ranks both across Florida and nationwide.

Florida's septic tanks and pollution

Florida isn't paying enough attention to the role of septic tanks in fueling algal blooms throughout Florida, says scientist Brian Lapointe.

Changes at Babcock Ranch

Our November issue features Green Developments in Florida, like Babcock Ranch.

State university presidents' pay and bonuses rival those of CEOs

Get the latest in Florida education news in our weekly roundup.

University of Miami College of Engineering researchers develop new, non-corrosive saltwater concrete

Power Steering: Cheryl Miller, AutoNation's CEO

Cheryl Miller made history this year as the first female CEO/President of the country's largest public auto retailer and Fortune 500 company.

Florida's deli revival

In this month's Dining section, Chris Sherman takes a closer look at the plethora of delicious delis cropping up all over the Sunshine State.

2019's Fastest-Growing Cities in America

Read the latest WalletHub study and see if your Florida city made the list!

Business Florida: In good company

Our 2020 Business Florida publication is out! Read more about how many states compete to attract new business, but few can match the scale and scope of Florida’s industry assets.

11 Florida women in leadership roles

Our November issue features 11 profiles of Florida women in leadership roles, including Michéle Alexandre, Dean, Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport.

South Florida: Florida's international economy

Don't miss our special section, featuring Florida's "Gold Coast."

How Florida companies can protect themselves from ransomware attacks

A rash of ransomware attacks in Florida offers some lessons in cyber-security for business and government.

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Florida Business News

Florida Citrus commission rejects tax hike for marketing

Small growers of Florida’s signature crop indicated a willingness to pay a higher tax rate if it gets people to drink more orange juice. But the Florida Citrus Commission rejected the proposal.

JPMorgan Chase bank can chop down trees to make room for solar panels near Lake Mary

Seminole County commissioners have agreed to allow banking giant JPMorgan Chase to chop down 66 large shade trees near Lake Mary to make room for more than a dozen solar panel canopies.

Florida is headed for era of driverless cars

Florida is on the road to an era of driverless cars with its good weather, popularity as a tourist destination, and demographics.

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport's traffic growth continues with 40% increase

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport passenger traffic set an all-time record for the month of October with 160,327 passengers traveling through the airport.

Integrity Express Logistics expanding Tampa office

Integrity Express Logistics plans to add 50 or more employees earning an average of at least $60,165 a year as part of an expansion of its Tampa regional office.

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