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Tuesday's Afternoon Update
What you need to know about Florida today
Florida's governor-elect is questioning the state's relationship with Airbnb
Florida has laws on its books that prevent the state from doing business with companies that boycott or sanction Israel. Therefore, said Governor-elect Ron DeSantis, Airbnb’s decision to de-list rooms in Israel’s West Bank might mean that Florida would no longer do business with the company. More from WFTV.
This year, #GivingTuesday is about more than money — though money is good, too
Giving Tuesday — charity’s answer to Black Friday — is the one day each year when the nation’s nonprofits unite in asking millions of Americans to open their wallets for their favorite worthy cause. But this year, for some donors, it’s also about giving time. More from the Orlando Sentinel.
See also:
» On Giving Tuesday, the non-profit Poynter Institute says, "Democracy needs journalism. Journalism needs you."
» Central Florida organizations give back for Giving Tuesday
Paychex buys Florida-based HR company Oasis for $1.2 billion
Paychex Inc. announced Monday that it has entered an agreement to acquire Oasis Outsourcing Acquisition Corp., a human resources services company employing over 1,000 across the U.S. Oasis, headquartered in Florida, offers services in human resources, benefits, payroll and risk management to over 8,400 clients across all 50 states. See the announcement here and read more from the Democrat and Chronicle.
Falling gas prices could help ring up holiday spending
Those rapidly falling gas prices could bring some extra spending power to holiday shoppers in Florida. Gas prices have reached their lowest level of the year, delivering consumers more cash to drop at stores or online. Analysts say the savings are limited, but for some it may make a difference. More from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.
Whether JEA did background checks on CEO finalists remains unclear
It’s not clear what kind of background check — if any — the JEA board of directors has to review before selecting one of three finalists Tuesday to become the utility’s permanent chief executive officer, a closely watched decision that will set the course for one of the nation’s largest municipal electric, water and sewer agencies for years. More from the Florida Times-Union.
Mirroring Florida's Growth: Greenberg Traurig Serves Needs of Regional and Global Businesses
With deep Florida roots and experienced attorneys serving clients locally, nationally and globally, Greenberg Traurig, P.A., has built a reputation as the go-to counsel for protecting the interests of corporations, insurers, real estate developers, and high net-worth individuals. Read the full sponsored report here.
Business Profile
Heavenly Hash Creamery
Here’s the scoop: A creamery in Manatee County, Florida is offering CBD oil-infused dessert options for people fighting pain, namely cancer. Heavenly Hash Creamery was founded by an oncology nurse and an ice cream maker.
» More from WBIR.
Florida 500
Michelle Fee
Michelle Fee is Founder & CEO of Cruise Planners, the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise network with more than 1,800 franchise-owners.
» Read more from Florida 500.
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