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St. Pete tech entrepreneur develops mental health AI platform to support therapists, patients
WUSF - Florida
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June 14, 2025
If you are in crisis or need immediate support, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling or texting 988 or clicking here. Cole Smith, a St. Petersburg-based entrepreneur, has created an AI platform that enhances the...
Florida Rises To Sixth In 2025 State Rankings As Utah Leads The Nation
NewsRadio WFLA - Florida
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FLORIDA - A recently released national report has reignited the debate over which U.S. state offers the best quality of life. According to U.S. News and World Report’s “Best States for 2025” list, Utah ranks number one overall, while Florida has...
Florida Small Businesses Benefit from Big Retailers’ Capabilities
Miami's Community Newspapers - Florida
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June 11, 2025
Last year, Amazon processed over 11,000 U.S. orders every minute — more than six billion U.S. orders for the year. It’s a giant in the online retail sector, which makes it easy to assume it’s a bad-guy in the online retail sector. But what most...
SBA Relief Still Available to Florida Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Hurricane Milton
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
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ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Florida of the July 11 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses due to...
Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Fox “Reynolds” Henderson to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation
Governor of Florida
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Fox “Reynolds” Henderson to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Fox “Reynolds” Henderson Henderson is a Principal and Managing Partner of Continental Pacific, LLC....
Former Florida hedge fund manager charged with insider trading, again
WIKY - Indiana
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June 13, 2025
By Nate Raymond BOSTON (Reuters) -A former Miami-based hedge fund manager was arrested on Friday after federal prosecutors revived an insider trading case they had been forced to drop in 2022 after a key witness withdrew from an agreement to...
University of Florida sets subcontractor info meetings for LaVilla graduate campus
Financial News and Daily Record - Florida
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June 13, 2025
Sessions cover procurement and contracting opportunities, how to become a supplier and where to look for support. By Ric Anderson | 10:47 a.m. June 13, 2025 | 4 Free Articles Remaining! As the Jacksonville City Council prepares for a final vote on...
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick launches ‘Fight Back Tour’ across South Florida
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 13, 2025
Part of her broader 100 Stops Tour, the congresswoman has already spent the past few months visiting community centers, schools, small businesses, churches, and neighborhood events across the district. At each stop, she’s been listening directly...
Survey: Small Business Owners Report Lost Revenue
Franchise Opportunities
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By: M. Scott Morris | 309 Reads | 1 Shares In a new report from Alignable, 55% of small business owners say their earnings have been cut in half since last year, marking a 10-point spike from December. In addition, 45% say they've ramped up...
SBA gives offers loans to small businesses and nonprofits in Florida affected by Hurricane Milton
ABC7 - Florida
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June 10, 2025
SBA gives offers loans to small businesses and nonprofits in Florida affected by Hurricane Milton Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 4:32 PM EDT Jun 10, 2025 The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering federal disaster...
Trial involving Tampa Bay voters accusing Florida Senate leaders of racial gerrymandering ends Thursday
WFLA - Florida
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June 11, 2025
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Wednesday marked day three of a federal trial involving a panel of three judges listening to arguments about the way Florida Senate District 16 was drawn. This district includes a portion of south St. Petersburg, along with...
Investornewsbreaks FAVO Capital Inc. (FAVO) Targets SMB Lending Gap With Digital Platform, Custom Solutions
MENAFN
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN- Investor Brand Network) FAVO Capital (OTC: FAVO) is developing a digital lending platform to address the persistent financing gap faced by underserved small and medium-sized businesses (“SMBs”). Traditional banks often deny credit to...
Is Florida one of the best or the worst states in the U…
Daytona Beach News Journal - Florida
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The ranking assesses states based on eight categories including healthcare, education, and economy. Florida's economy and education were among its highest-scoring categories. Utah claimed the top spot, while Louisiana ranked last. Nothing gets...
Industry experts gather for Wood Pro Expo Florida and Closets Conference
Woodworking Network
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June 12, 2025
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Wood Pro Expo Florida and the Closets Conference began on June 11 with a day of educational sessions designed to share insights, spark innovation, and prepare woodworking professionals for the future of the industry. The...
SBA loans available to Sarasota, Manatee small business, nonprofits
Sarasota Herald Tribune - Florida
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Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to Florida small businesses and private nonprofits affected by Hurricane Milton. The disaster declaration covers primary counties impacted by the hurricane, including DeSoto, Hardee, Manatee,...
SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Florida Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Hurricane Milton
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
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ATLANTA - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Florida who sustained economic losses caused by Hurricane...
Florida Tech leader Dr. John Harris named Missouri S&T’s new provost
Missouri S&T News
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June 10, 2025
Dr. John Harris, dean of the College of Engineering and Science at Florida Institute of Technology, will become Missouri University of Science and Technology’s provost and executive vice chancellor for academic affairs on Tuesday, July 1. “Dr....
Let's align New College, USF Sarasota-Manatee, Ringling
Sarasota Herald Tribune - Florida
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Sarasota is at a rare crossroads. The proposed alignment of New College of Florida, USF Sarasota-Manatee and FSU’s Ringling Museum of Art is an opportunity of a lifetime – and it may be the most economically important decision Sarasota has faced...
VISIT FLORIDA addresses branding, recovery support
Sanibel-Captiva Islander and Island Reporter and Captiva Current - Florida
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Interim VISIT FLORIDA Chief Executive Officer Craig Thomas spoke at the SanCap Chamber's business luncheon on June 4 in Fort Myers. Held in partnership with Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA), the SanCap Chamber’s monthly business...
Full Episode: Newsom rejects offer for Florida State Guard, and Orlando business navigates tariffs
Spectrum Bay News 9 - Florida
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June 12, 2025
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has declined an offer from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to send members of the state's guard program to assist in managing protests, and local businesses navigate tariffs instituted by President Donald Trump. Newsom...