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› RV firm adds to portfolio with acquisition
Lazydays Holdings, one of the largest RV dealers in the country, has signed a letter of intent to acquire Sprad's RV, in Reno, Nevada. Terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. Sprad's RV, according to a statement, has a strong presence in the rapidly growing Reno market. Sprad's selection of RV brands included Grand Design, Thor, Forest River and Lance. The acquisition is expected to be finalized within 30 to 60 days, the release states.
› Florida tropicals company appoints new CEO
J&C Tropicals has announced the appointment of Jessie Capote, Esq. as their new CEO. He assumed responsibilities on January 1, 2021, and will succeed Carlos Capote. Capote has been part of the J&C Tropicals team for over 13 years. During this time, he has led the transformative growth of each department — from finance, farming, and distribution operations to procurement domestically and abroad and acquiring new sales channels.
› Small wonders: Construction underway for 1st HabiJax tiny homes project
Two local organizations are joining forces to help make housing more affordable in Jacksonville. Construction is underway for a new housing community on Jacksonville’s Westside, featuring 50 tiny homes. Habitat for Humanity of Jacksonville, also known as HabiJax, and the Northeast Florida Builders Association are heading this project.
› Homebuilder promotes CFO to partner role
BCB Homes named CFO Shazia Azami a partner of the firm. One of six Naples-based leaders, Azami will collaborate with the company’s CEO, president, COO, vice president and vice president of field operations on all building, remodeling and estate management projects as well as building science technology, according to a statement. Azami has overseen BCB’s accounting and financial operations for the past six years.
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