April 30, 2024

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What you need to know about Florida today

| 1/23/2017

Growth is 2017's economic vision; is a bust coming next?

Florida's economy is set to ride the Trump economic wave over the next few years. And like most waves, and most Florida economies, that could mean going up, and coming down. More from the Orlando Sentinel.

Sales and Marketing Advice
Lessons to be learned from one company that changed the direction of their business

Has your company had an ah-ha moment of sudden inspiration and insight? You know, a realization that your product, business model, or market strategy needed a change in direction. If not, think how a pivot might make sense -- the payoff could be huge! Read more from Ron Stein.

Central Florida tech startups, space take off on hopeful year

A tech startup scene that has a new leader and a space industry with new facilities set to open this year will mean Central Florida's tech landscape should be significantly changed by year's end. More from the Orlando Sentinel.

Will Trump end crackdown on dirty cash in Florida's luxury real estate?

Just a month after President Donald Trump’s inauguration, a federal anti-money laundering program that targets luxury real estate is set to expire. The dragnet monitors pricey home deals for signs of dirty cash, helping detect criminals who launder money through real estate. More from the Miami Herald.

Small Business Advice
Quality control is so important for your website!

For many companies, websites have become the primary way of transacting business. For this reason, it is absolutely critical that websites be designed and formatted in a way that is easy for the customer to use. Read more from Jerry Osteryoung.

Gaming Business
Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee Hosting Poker Challenge

florida poker The Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee is gearing up for their second annual, six-day, Seminole Immokalee Poker Challenge festival next month, the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce said.

» More from the Florida Business Daily.

Business Profile
WashMyWhip

wash my whip WashMyWhip is an on-demand, eco-friendly car-care service. Through the WashMyWhip app, you can drop a pin on your car’s location and select a service, and a WashPro will tend to your vehicle at a time of your choosing.

» Read more from the Miami Herald.

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