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'Economic Gardening' Is New Buzz Term 

Tough economic times are helping to cultivate a new approach to economic development. [read more]


Stronger International Markets Buoying Florida  

Still, challenges remain.  [read more]


Mediation Is Wise in Foreclosure Cases 

Most homeowners would prefer not to get kicked to the curb, even when their homes are worth less than they paid for them. For lenders, foreclosure cases are time-consuming and expensive. [read more]


Ocala's 'Economic Catastrophe' 

These days, talking to Pete Tesch, president and CEO of the Ocala/Marion County EDC, is a lot like talking to an emergency-management official in the wake of a hurricane. [read more]


Passing the Torch at Raymond James 

Leadership transitions are high-stakes affairs. In hiring his own replacement, Tom James has adopted a phased-in succession. [read more]


Rising Young Professionals  

Florida's young professionals are making their presence felt in government, non-profits and business. [read more]


Focusing On Accounts Receivable 

So many entrepreneurs are having problems with cash flows, that paying late just seems to be becoming more and more pervasive. [read more]


Trendsetters: Investing 

Last year, when many banks were desperate to meet liquidity requirements, they began selling prized assets. GenSpring Family Offices’s Andrew Mehalko was there to snap up the good stuff. [read more]


World's Largest Junior Financial Achievement Center Opens 

This month, buses will arrive in Coconut Creek at the world’s largest Junior Achievement “world” center to deposit the first of an estimated 50,000 students who will visit annually for an education in hands-on financial decision-making. [read more]


Report: Net Worth of Your Politicians 

For the most part, Florida's elected officials suffered through the economic downturn like the rest of us. But some fared better. [read more]


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