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FloridaCommerce Announces Official 30-Day Public Comment Period for the State’s Draft Action Plan to Access More Than $910 Million in Disaster Recovery Funding for Hurricane Ian
Tallahassee, Fla. – FloridaCommerce posted Florida’s Draft State Action Plan and announced the opening of the official 30-day public comment period to seek input on the state’s plan to access and operationalize $910 million in funding. This funding was federally allocated to Florida for disaster recovery and mitigation following Hurricane Ian. FloridaCommerce will also host two…
Read MoreChamber celebrates The Gathering Place opening at St. Michael
To welcome a safe and warm sanctuary for the community to worship and get together, the SanCap Chamber celebrated the opening of The Gathering Place at St. Michael & All Angels Church, 2304 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel Island, Friday, July 21. “In the first weeks after the hurricane, we quickly realized that besides so many…
Read MoreBidenHarris Administration to Launch New Initiative to Increase Federal Contracting with Small Disadvantaged Businesses
Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and Administrator Robin Carnahan, head of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), announced a joint effort, known as the 8(a) MAS Pool Initiative, to help small disadvantaged businesses (SDBs) participating in the 8(a) Business Development Program gain access to more federal contracts in GSA’s Multiple Award Schedule…
Read MoreUhler & Vertich Financial Planners and Scott White Advisors have merged to form Uhler Vertich White Advisors
FORT MYERS, Fla. – Uhler & Vertich Financial Planners and Scott White Advisors are pleased to announce their merger, resulting in the formation of a new company called Uhler Vertich White Advisors. The merger brings together two highly respected financial planning firms with a shared vision of delivering tailored, concierge services to its clients, including…
Read MoreChico’s FAS, Inc. Announces CFO Transition
FORT MYERS, Fla., — Chico’s FAS, Inc. announced that David M. Oliver, Senior Vice President – Finance, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer, has been appointed as Executive Vice President – Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer, effective June 24, 2023. Current Executive Vice President – Chief Financial Officer Patrick J. Guido has resigned to…
Read MoreFloridaCommerce Announces $50 Million Available through the Florida Local Government Emergency Revolving Bridge Loan Program
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, The Florida Department of Commerce (FloridaCommerce) announced that $50 million is available for local governments through the Local Government Emergency Revolving Bridge Loan Program. These funds bridge the gap for local governments while they await federal relief or for their revenues to recover after a federally declared disaster. Interested applicants can apply…
Read MoreThe Immokalee Foundation Selected as Part of Microsoft’s National TechSpark Program to Grow Economic Opportunity in Southwest Florida
The Immokalee Foundation, in conjunction with Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) and The Collier Industrial Development Authority, to work with Microsoft to ensure digital skills training for Immokalee students. Naples, FL – The Immokalee Foundation announced today that it will work with Microsoft TechSpark to foster inclusive economic opportunity, job creation, and innovation in Southwest…
Read MoreThe Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Announces Southwest Florida May 2023 Employment Data
Governor DeSantis Announces Fort Myers Private Sector Employment Up 4.7 Percent Over the Year in May 2023 Naples, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced Fort Myers’ private sector employment increased by 4.7 percent over the year, adding 11,800 jobs, despite being one of the areas hardest hit by Hurricane Ian. As of May 2023, with…
Read MoreMain Street Alliance Calls on Congress to Prioritize Small Businesses and Essential Services Over Tax Breaks to Support Economic Growth Across America
On June 3, 2023, President Biden signed H.R. 3746 to lift the nation’s debt ceiling after passing the Senate with a vote of 63-36. This bill increases the federal debt limit, establishes new discretionary spending limits, rescinds unobligated COVID funds, and expands work requirements for federal programs. The bill includes various provisions that directly impact…
Read MoreIndustry Leading Legal Benchmarking Survey from ACC and Major, Lindsey & Africa Shows that Median Total Legal Spend Increased, Driven Mostly by Larger Companies
Survey’s comprehensive benchmarking data allows law department leaders to better understand current financial and operational performance metrics and identify areas for improvement. Washington, D.C., (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) and Major, Lindsey & Africa (MLA) have today announced the release of their industry-leading annual legal benchmarking survey. The fourth report as a…
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