Jacksonville

Live Local Act to provide millions in affordable housing across Florida

Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read March 2023 — Governor Ron DeSantis signed the Live Local Act yesterday, promising millions in affordable housing funds and...
Spotlight On: Alex Sifakis, President, JWB Real Estate Companies
3 min read March 2023 — Alex Sifakis is president of JWB Real Estate Companies in Jacksonville and is laser focused on ensuring the public...
The race to watch: Jacksonville mayoral race heads to runoff
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read   March 2023— With none of Jacksonville’s seven candidates for mayor securing an outright majority,...
Spotlight On: Damien Haitsuka, Regional Bank President, Wells Fargo
2 min read March 2023 — Damien Haitsuka, regional bank president for Wells Fargo, spoke to Invest: about ways they...
Spotlight On: Marty Fiorentino, President, The Fiorentino Group
2 min read March 2023 — In an interview with Invest:, President of The Fiorentino Group Marty Fiorentino discussed the...
Face Off: JAX nonprofits weigh in on past challenges & future growth
Writer: Joshua Andino  4 min read March 2023 — The last few years of economic volatility have provided some of...
Spotlight On: Hunter Conrad, County Administrator, St. Johns County
2 min read March 2023 — Hunter Conrad, county administrator for St. Johns County, talked to Invest: about the area’s...
Spotlight On: Christopher Walker, Partner in Charge – Jacksonville, Lippes Mathias LLP
2 min read February 2023 — Office Partner-in-Charge of Lippes Mathias LLP in Jacksonville, Christopher Walker, sat down with Invest:...
Swedish cybersecurity firm Truesec selects Jax Southbank office as HQ
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read February 2023 — Swedish cybersecurity firm Truesec opened its headquarters in Jacksonville yesterday.  As...
Spotlight On: Nate Marty, CEO, Auld & White Constructors LLC
2 min read February 2023 — In an interview with Invest:, Nate Marty, CEO of Auld & White Constructors LLC,...
No shortage of options to celebrate Valentine’s Day in JAX
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read February 2023 — From idyllic beaches to delicious restaurants to natural attractions and the...
Spotlight On: Mike Kenny, General Manager, ASM Global
2 min read February 2023 — Invest: was joined by Mike Kenny, general manager of ASM Global, to discuss the...
Spotlight On: Jâlie Cohen, Group SVP & Head of Global Talent, The Adecco Group
2 min read January 2023 — Jâlie Cohen is the Group SVP and Head of Global Talent for the Adecco...
CSX enters 2023 with labor and volume in mind after a strong 2022
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read January 2023 — CSX released its fourth quarter earnings report, posting strong earnings as...
Spotlight On: Ty Morgan, Executive Director, Cypress Village Retirement Community
2 min read January 2023 — Ty Morgan is the executive director of the Cypress Village Continuing Care Community. In...
Spotlight On: Nader Farhat, Office Managing Partner, PwC
  2 min read January 2023 — Invest: spoke with Nader Farhat, managing partner of PwC’s Jacksonville office, about the...
Face Off: Evaluating the current state of Northeast Florida’s residential market and where it’s headed
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read January 2023 — Jacksonville and the North Florida markets entered the new year with...
Spotlight On: Abel Harding, Executive Vice President & North Florida Market President, First Horizon Bank
2 min read January 2023 — In an interview with Invest:, Abel Harding, executive vice president and North Florida market...
Spotlight On: Chris Draughon, Director of Financial Planning, First Coast Wealth Advisors
2 min read December 2022 — Invest: sat down with Chris Draughon, director of financial planning at First Coast Wealth...
Face Off: How arts and culture are championing Jacksonville’s development
Writer: Liz Palmer 4 min read December 2022 — From green space prioritization to public art partnerships with the Jacksonville...
Spotlight On: Andrea Barnwell Brownlee, Director & CEO, Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
2 min read December 2022 — People who have relocated to Jacksonville during the pandemic are making the Cummer Museum...
Spotlight On: Rob Hooper, CEO, Atlantic Logistics
2 min read December 2022 — Rob Hooper is the CEO of Atlantic Logistics, a Jacksonville-based 3PL company. In an...
2023 Spotlight: Jacksonville’s time under the radar is over
Writer: Liz Palmer 4 min read December 2022 — Going into 2023, the synergy of Jacksonville’s business and government communities...
Spotlight On: Greg McGarity, President & CEO, Gator Bowl Sports
2 min read December 2022 — President and CEO of Gator Bowl Sports Greg McGarity discussed all things community involvement...
Spotlight On: Tom McCall, COO & CFO, ICI Homes
2 min read November 2022 — COO of ICI Homes, Tom McCall, spoke with Invest: about staying ahead of market...
Spotlight On: Robin Wahby, Owner & CEO, Wahby Financial Group
2 min read November 2022 — Wahby Financial Group is a full-service wealth management firm that helps clients with estate...
Technological advancement and mindset shifts point to wealth management evolution
Writer: Liz Palmer 2 min read November 2022 — Consultants and advisors in wealth and investment management are evolving in...
Spotlight On: David Davis, Market President, Seaside Bank
2 min read November 2022 — Seaside Bank & Trust serves clients of all sizes across Florida. Invest: spoke with...
Spotlight On: Christian Oldenburg, Executive Managing Director & Market Leader – North Florida, Colliers
2 min read November 2022 — Christian Oldenburg, executive managing director and market leader at real estate services and investment...
Strategic marketing and innovating for the future remain keys to success
Writer: Liz Palmer 4 min read November 2022 — Local cultural and tourism vanguards in Jacksonville are continually innovating and...
Spotlight On: Spencer Calvert, President, The Pineapple Corp.
2 min read November 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, Spencer Calvert, CEO of The Pineapple Corp., talked about...
How Northeast Florida nonprofits are addressing workforce development
Writer: Liz Palmer 2 min read November 2022 — Northeast Florida’s nonprofit organizations are tasked with advocating for and serving...
Spotlight On: Beth McCague, CFO & Chief of Staff, JAXPORT
2 min read October 2022 — Invest: spoke with CFO of JAXPORT Beth McCague about the port’s role in the...
Spotlight On: Glenn Ullmann, President, Ullmann Wealth Partners
4 min read October 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, Glenn Ullmann, president of wealth management firm Ullmann Wealth...
How Jacksonville’s healthcare community is addressing equitable access
Writer: Liz Palmer 2 min readOctober 2022 — Northeast Florida’s notable population growth has brought growing pains to the healthcare industry’s...
Spotlight On: Steven Libman, President & CEO, Jacksonville Symphony
2 min read October 2022 — According to Steven Libman, the Jacksonville Symphony’s president and CEO, in the 2021/22 season...
Spotlight On: David Yencarelli, COO, American Electrical Contracting Jacksonville
4 min read October 2022 — David Yencarelli, COO of American Electrical Contracting, joined Invest: for a discussion about the...
Mayor’s budget signals continued Downtown development
Writer: Liz Palmer 4 min read October 2022 — While Hurricane Ian rolled toward Northeast Florida, the Jacksonville City Council...
Spotlight On: Jeff Ettling, President & CEO, Jacksonville Zoo
4 min read September 2022 — Jacksonville Zoo is tackling critical issues surrounding animal and plant conservation and inspiring appreciation...
Spotlight On: Jake Gordon, CEO, Downtown Vision Inc.
2 min read September 2022 — The pandemic was a game changer for Jacksonville as the region was able to...
Employee leverage puts onus on businesses to step up
Writer: Liz Palmer 4 min read September 2022 — September is Workforce Development Month in Florida, and the war for...
Spotlight On: Don Davey, Owner & Chief Wealth Engineer, Disciplined Equity Management
2 min read September 2022 — Jacksonville offers a highly competitive landscape for high-net-worth asset management firms, so much so...
Jacksonville’s leaders on setting precedent for the future of their industry and the region
Writer: Liz Palmer 4 min read September 2022 — Industry leaders across Northeast Florida have taken note of growing gaps...
Spotlight On: Michael Corrigan, President & CEO, Visit Jacksonville
2 min read September 2022 — Michael Corrigan, president and CEO of Visit Jacksonville, told Invest: that Northeast Florida’s tourism...
Jacksonville’s mayoral race continues to take shape
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read August 2022 — While Floridians will be considering their potential picks for everything from...
Spotlight On: Fred Kent, President & Shareholder, Marks Gray, P.A.
2 min read August 2022 — Marks Gray, P.A. is a business law firm located in Jacksonville and has been...
Spotlight On: Tyler Hodges, President & Head of School, The Bolles School
2 min read August 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, Tyler Hodges, president and head of school at The...
Spotlight On: Numa Saisselin, President, Florida Theatre
2 min read August 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, President of the Florida Theatre Numa Saisselin talked about...
Back to school highs and lows for Northeast Florida
Writer: Liz Palmer 3 min read August 2022 — As another school year rolls around for Northeast Florida, educators in...
Spotlight On: Ike Sherlock, COO & Executive Vice President, AGX Freight
2 min read August 2022 — AGX Freight is a full-service transportation and logistics platform. Invest: spoke with Chief Operating...
Spotlight On: Richard Ramsey, Managing Partner, Wicker, Smith, O’Hara, McCoy & Ford, PA
2 min read August 2022 — Although the economy could be headed toward a recession, Richard Ramsey, managing partner of...
Florida Business leaders remain bullish despite heightened downturn talk
Writer: Liz Palmer 2 min read August 2022 — Whether it’s being called another bad quarter, a downturn, a slowdown...
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Industry Innovators: A look at priorities and what the future may hold
Writer: Liz Palmer 2 min read June 2022 — A volatile market calls for innovative decisions by industry leaders in...
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SEC submits proposals surrounding ESG investment regulation
Writer: Liz Palmer 2 min read May 2022 — As environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) investments continue to heat up,...
healthcare Jacksonville
Healthcare in Northeast Florida expanding to meet community needs
Writer: Liz Palmer 2 min read May 2022 — As the Jacksonville region continues to grow, healthcare leaders are working...
Jim Contardi
Maintaining a balance
The current labor force is one that places a heavy emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance. In running an...
tyler Hodges
Educating the leaders of tomorrow
Developing both technical skills and interpersonal skills in students has become a growing challenges for educational institutions, and finding a...
Hunter Conrad
Maintaing a small-town feel while embracing the economy of tomorrow
https://youtu.be/L8qrTR_89vw   Collaboration and partnership between a local government and the private sector is one of the pillars of successful,...
Invest: Jacksonville Launch Conference spotlighted smart growth and the future of healthcare
Writer: Jerrica DuBois 2 min read March 2022— Businesses and community leaders reaffirmed their belief that Jacksonville is, and will...
construction projects Jacksonville
If you build it, they will come
Writer: Jerrica DuBois 2 min read March 2022 — Construction is so commonplace that it’s hardly noticeable when a project...
Jacksonville leaders
What’s next for Jacksonville?
Writer: Jerrica DuBois 2 min read March 2022 — Jacksonville business leaders are looking toward the future. Whether it be...
Invest: Jacksonville 2022 Launch Conference to highlight smart growth and what’s next
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read  March 2022— Jacksonville is poised for sustained success as the region continues to experience...
St Johns County
Working to address rapid growth
Writer: Caty Hirst 2 min read February 2022 — St. Johns County has been one of the fastest-growing communities in...
Jacksonville Transportation Authority Spotlight On Nathaniel Ford
Spotlight On: Nathaniel Ford, CEO, Jacksonville Transportation Authority
2 min read February 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, Nathaniel Ford, CEO of Jacksonville Transportation Authority, talked about...
JAX Chamber president
Spotlight On: Daniel Davis, President & CEO, JAX Chamber
2 min read February 2022 — Jacksonville is on the rise, with a number of sectors, including fintech and healthcare,...
Jacksonville Jaguars
Spotlight On: Mark Lamping, President, Jacksonville Jaguars
2 min read February 2022 — The NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars have been an integral part of the city’s landscape since...
Jacksonville tourism
Jacksonville attracts leisure visitors in marketing shift
Writer: Caty Hirst  2 min read January 2022 — As business travel waned and sputtered during the COVID-19 pandemic —...
The Bolles School
Spotlight On: Tyler Hodges, President & Head of School, The Bolles School
2 min read January 2022 — The Bolles School is an independent college preparatory school located in Jacksonville. The school...
Jacksonville leaders
Local businesses paint the picture for Jacksonville in 2022
Writer: Jerrica DuBois 2 min read January 2022 — As more people descend on Jacksonville to live and work, businesses...
McGuireWoods Jacksonville
Spotlight On: Sara Holladay, Office Managing Partner – Jacksonville, McGuireWoods
2 min read January 2022 — The Jacksonville area legal market is seeing a shift in demand toward risk management....
Crucial Care CEO
Spotlight On: Michael Shumer, CEO, Crucial Care
2 min read January 2022 — Michael Shumer, CEO of Crucial Care, spoke to Invest: about the trends and challenges...
Bank of England Mortgage
Spotlight On: Quinton Harris, VP – Northeast Florida, Bank of England Mortgage
2 min read December 2021 — Bank of England Mortgage offers the strengths of a strong capital base, a solid...
Jacksonville economy
As Florida’s economy grows, Jacksonville is ready for its time in the sun
Writer: Joshua Andino 3 min read December 2021— Florida’s real estate market has surged in the wake of the COVID-19...
The Fiorentino Group
Spotlight On: Marty Fiorentino, President, The Fiorentino Group
2 min read December 2021 — Despite still reeling from the effects of the pandemic, Jacksonville is primed for long-term...
Hospitality sees substantial recovery with tech adoption
Writer: Sara Warden  2 min read December 2021 — During the height of the pandemic, the need and reliance on...
Memorial Hospital Jacksonville president
Spotlight On: Bradley Talbert, President & CEO, Memorial Hospital Jacksonville
2 min read December 2021 — HCA Florida Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville strives to set itself apart from other health...
Jacksonville Housing Authority Dwayne Alexander
Spotlight On: Dwayne Alexander, President & CEO, Jacksonville Housing Authority
2 min read December 2021 — Jacksonville Housing Authority provides safe, clean, affordable housing and effective social services to low-...
education
Education by the dollar
Writer: Jerrica DuBois 2 min read December 2021 — Gov. Ron DeSantis has begun work on the education budget for...
Seaside Bank and Trust David Davis
Spotlight On: David Davis, President – North Florida, Seaside Bank and Trust
2 min read December 2021 — For seven of the last eight years, United Community Bank, Seaside Bank and Trust’s...
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Spotlight On: Henry Brown, CEO, Miller Electric Company
2 min read November 2021 — The biggest challenge most companies have today is the labor shortage, which is a...
Thanksgiving in Jacksonville
Dinner … Then What?
Writer: Jerrica DuBois 2 min read November 2021 — The holidays are officially upon us. As we make final decisions...
University of North Florida Pamela Chally
Spotlight On: Pamela Chally, Interim President, University of North Florida
2 min read November 2021 — Interim President Pamela Chally at the University of North Florida stated in an interview...
St. Johns County Hunter Conrad
Spotlight On: Hunter Conrad, County Administrator, St. Johns County
2 min read November 2021 — St. Johns County is the second-fastest growing county in the state of Florida and...
No Place Like Home
Writer: Jerrica DuBois 2 min read November 2021 — Everyone wants a decent place to live for a decent price....
Ameris Bank Brian Parks
Spotlight On: Brian Parks, Regional President, Ameris Bank
2 min read November 2021 — Brian Parks, regional president of Ameris Bank, spoke to Invest: about the opportunities for...
Jacksonville Downtown Investment Authority Lori Boyer
Spotlight On: Lori Boyer, CEO, Jacksonville Downtown Investment Authority
2 min read October 2021 — The Jacksonville Downtown Investment Authority (DIA) was created to revitalize Jacksonville’s urban core, helping...
halloween events in jacksonville
In Jacksonville, it’s trick or treat all week long
2 min read October 2021 — From beers and potions to tricks and treats, scary sounds and even dogs in...
Visit Jacksonville
Spotlight On: Michael Corrigan, President & CEO, Visit Jacksonville
2 min read October 2021 — Michael Corrigan, president and CEO of Visit Jacksonville, remains optimistic about the city’s tourism...
Nassau County Chamber of Commerce
Spotlight On: Regina Duncan, President, Nassau County Chamber of Commerce
2 min read October 2021 — In an interview with Invest:, President of the Nassau Chamber of Commerce, Regina Duncan,...
Cybersecurity climbs to the top of the agenda in Jacksonville
Writer: Alejandro Sanchez  2 min read October 2021— With the world becoming increasingly reliant on technology and online transactions seeing...
Brian Wolfburg, President and CEO, VyStar Credit Union
Spotlight On: Brian Wolfburg, President & CEO, VyStar Credit Union
2 min read October 2021 — VyStar is a not-for-profit, member-owned credit union that offers a spectrum of banking products...
John Hirabayashi Community First Credit Union Of Florida
Spotlight On: John Hirabayashi, President & CEO, Community First Credit Union Of Florida
2 min read October 2021 — Community First Credit Union of Florida has been serving the needs of Northeast Florida...
Jacksonville downtown
Downtown Jacksonville is on the cusp of a major transformation
Writer: Alejandro Sanchez  2 min read September 2021— As more people continue to relocate to Jacksonville, public and private investment in...
Franklin Street
Spotlight On: Laura Gonzales, Regional Managing Director – Jacksonville, Franklin Street
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read September 2021 — In an interview with Invest:, Laura Gonzales, regional managing director of...
Gil Langley
Spotlight On: Gil Langley, President & CEO, Amelia Island Tourist Development Council
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read September 2021 — In an interview with Invest: Gil Langley, president and CEO of...
housing market Jacksonville
Lack of available inventory is creating a price escalation crisis
Writer: Cameron Saunders 2 min read September 2021 — Over the last 18 months, the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated a...
Mike Ellis
Spotlight On: Mike Ellis, President & Owner, Madden Advisory Services
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read September 2021 — During the last year, the democratization of investing jumped ahead a few...
Chris Draughon
Spotlight On: Chris Draughon, Director of Financial Planning, First Coast Wealth Advisors
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read September 2021 —  First Coast Wealth Advisors is a fiduciary financial planner serving Jacksonville...
jacsonville tech sector
Jacksonville peaks and silicon valleys
Writer: Brittany Pressner 2 min read August 2021 — It appears that Jacksonville is where the tech vibe is. The...
Jaxport plays to strengths amid pandemic challenges
Writer: Felipe Rivas 2 min read August 2021— In 2Q20 e-commerce sales soared, accounting for about 16% of all sales...
Invest: Jacksonville 2022 to showcase the First Coast’s growing and diversifying economy
Writer: Felipe Rivas 2 min read July 2021— Known for its white, sandy beaches, miles and miles of shoreline, and...

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Live Local Act to provide millions in affordable housing across Florida
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read March 2023 — Governor Ron DeSantis signed the Live Local Act yesterday, promising millions...
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Spotlight On: Melissa Seixas, Florida President, Duke Energy
2 min read March 2023 — Invest: caught up with Melissa Seixas, Florida president of Duke Energy, to discuss how...
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Spotlight On: Anna Roach, Executive Director & CEO, Atlanta Regional Commission
2 min read March 2023 — Invest: spoke with Anna Roach, executive director and CEO at Atlanta Regional Commission, about...
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Reevaluating and reconsidering the needs and uses of office space
Writer: Gabriela Enamorado 2 min read March 2023 — As the hybrid model of work continues to grow in popularity...