Economy
Spotlight On: Rickelle Williams, Executive Director, Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
By Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read September 2019 — A community redevelopment agency’s main purpose is to encourage public and private investment into an area to help promote economic growth and improve the quality of life of residents. In a flourishing county...
Face Off: Broward’s Construction Boom
By Max Crampton-Thomas 4 min read September 2019 — It seems like more cranes are dotting the downtown Fort Lauderdale skyline every week as new developments emerge from the ground at a record rate. Invest: Greater Fort Lauderdale recently had the opportunity to...
Spotlight On: Rick Gonzalez, AIA, President, REG Architects, Inc.
By Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read August 2019 — Development of commercial and residential facilities is reliant upon well-thought-out and deliberate architecture and design. In a region like Palm Beach County, where there is a flurry of development and...
Miami Dolphins Kick Off Season With New Training Complex, Partnerships, Roster Moves
By Yolanda Rivas 2 min read AUGUST 2019 — With a new head coach and a rebuild underway, the Miami Dolphins will field a re-tooled look when the NFL’s 100th season kicks off next week. That look extends beyond the players and coaches, with a new training complex in the...
Big Banks’ Long-Term Investment Vision for Charlotte
Writer: Sara Warden 2 min read AUGUST 2019 — Charlotte has long been the eastern hub of Bank of America (BofA) and is one of the headquarters of Wells Fargo. But this year it has been attracting attention from the third bank belonging to the Big Four, which together...
Spotlight On: Jeffery Klink, First Senior Vice President & Southern Florida Regional President, Valley Bank
By Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read August 2019 —During times of economic prosperity, the banking sector is primed to benefit the most, but when the economy begins to slow, or a recession hits, lenders normally feel the harshest effects. This forces banks and...
Tackling Affordable Housing in the Bay
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read August 2019 — Growth in the Tampa Bay region has been twofold, with a significant boom in the economy and the population. As the population grows so does the need for more affordable housing options in the region. While there...
Banks increasing support for Philly’s growing small businesses sector
Writer: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read AUGUST 2019 — The economic environment in Philadelphia, with many world-class educational and healthcare institutions, a diverse population and affordable rents, represent an ideal space for entrepreneurs to start their small or...
Lights, Cameras … Showcasing Miami’s Rich Movie History
Writer: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read AUGUST 2019— Miami’s beautiful beaches, art-deco buildings and culturally diverse neighborhoods have been the setting for numerous movies and TV shows over the years. To showcase the city’s history in the film industry, Miami Beach...
Spotlight On: Steven Abrams, Executive Director, South Florida Regional Transportation Authority/Tri-Rail
By Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read August 2019 — Transportation is a hot topic issue throughout South Florida, and as the population in the region continues to grow so do the challenges. While the roads seemingly become more congested every week, there is a...