AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCourthouse Watch: A long-delayed jury trial in the Mariano “Patriot National” fallout is set to start this week, as Mariano’s malpractice suit against Simpson Thacher & Bartlett and Kasowitz Benson Torres moves forward—another reminder of how Florida’s insurance and deal-making can boomerang on small players. Local Business & Growth: AvantStay is expanding in North Miami Beach with Nexo Residences, pairing short-term rental management with a coworking and tech hub—more “hospitality meets work” real estate aimed at residents and remote professionals. Retail & Community: Hispanic supermarkets are booming in South Florida, turning former big-box spaces into multi-service hubs (cafés, bakeries, butcher counters, remittance and shipping) that keep immigrant shoppers’ dollars close to home. Workforce & Small Business Policy: Rep. María Elvira Salazar is pushing a Small Business Workforce Pipeline Act to expand apprenticeships and hands-on training, tying job growth to employer-ready talent. Local Elections: Lee County school board races spotlight fiscal transparency and teacher retention amid a $92.4 million deficit, with candidates leaning on their small-business ties and community roles. Business Climate: A debate over “merger” vs acquisition is getting attention after a Florida-linked sake deal, underscoring how deal labels can mask who really controls operations.
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