Florida Venture Forum Selects 22 Presenters For Its 2020 Florida Early Stage Capital Conference

Miami and Tampa, FL – September 24, 2020 – The Florida Venture Forum has selected 22 companies to present at its 13th annual Florida Early Stage Capital Conference, which will be hosted virtually, October 14-15. The conference also will feature the 10th annual Statewide Collegiate Startup Competition, attracting the “best of the best” in collegiate competitors from Florida’s leading innovation-focused colleges and universities. “We…

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The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Announces $8.6 Million in Funding Available to Rural Communities Throughout Florida

  Tallahassee, Fla. — Today, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) announced $8.6 million in funding is available to rural communities in Florida through the Rural Infrastructure Fund (RIF) grant program. The Rural Infrastructure Fund, administered by DEO, provides funding to local governments for infrastructure projects in rural communities to encourage job creation and business investment, as…

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Risks and Trends in Cybersecurity and Fraud: Cybersecurity Webinar Series

Cybersecurity Webinar Series October 13 (1 – 2:30 p.m. CT) – Risks and Trends in Cybersecurity and Fraud This session will describe the threat landscape, discuss regulatory efforts to address the threat, and provide insight on how business leaders can effectively address this emerging threat. October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM). Mark the occasion by…

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Your 20 Minute Business Plan: The Business Model Canvas

Traditionally, a business plan can take several weeks or months (and sometimes even a few tears) to complete. But, what if I told you the old way isn’t the only way. The Business Model Canvas class will help to you to quickly develop a portable, 1-page business plan structured to validate your business model, prioritize…

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CLA Talks: Market and Economic Update with Special Guest Liz Ann Sonders

CLA continues to work with leaders in the financial industry to bring you the latest information affecting the markets. Today our chief wealth advisory officer, Clayton Bland, talks with the chief investment strategist at Charles Schwab, Liz Ann Sonders, about the current economic state and general investment strategies given the upcoming election.   Speakers: Clayton…

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Attract More Customers with Facebook and Instagram Advertising

REGISTER NOW Can’t attend? No worries! All registered attendees will receive a recording of the webinar. When it comes to building a social media following, there are a number of approaches you can consider — and each one should work in harmony to attract customers while increasing engagement and reach. In this webinar you’ll learn…

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Harwick Homes honored with Three Silver Aurora Awards

Bonita Springs, Fla. (September 29, 2020) — Harwick Homes was recently recognized with three Silver Aurora Awards for two of its Naples residences. The Florida Home Builders Association bestowed honors to Harwick’s Mediterra and Caxambas Bay projects for Best Custom Home 6,000-8,000 Square Feet; the Mediterra project also received a Silver Aurora Award for Best Interior…

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ICYMI: Southwest Florida Restaurants and Hotels Achieve Top Sanitation and Safety Award from the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association

  TALLAHASSEE – Since July, numerous Southwest Florida hospitality establishments achieved the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) Seal of Commitment, demonstrating their dedication to enhanced safety and sanitation practices. The FRLA Seal of Commitment is a promise to guests that their safety is a priority and is designed to improve confidence to return to hotels…

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DBPR Provides updates regarding current status of Network Systems and Services

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Secretary Halsey Beshears provided the following updates regarding the current status of network systems and services of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation: The Department of Business and Professional Regulation is currently operating with system network limitations as part of an ongoing effort to ensure the security of all information…

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