Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida has made five key appointments to the Board of Trustees at Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC).
Cory Fosdyck, Senior Vice President, and Senior Resident Director for Merrill Lynch is dedicated to community service. He’s spearheaded initiatives at the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center, offered his...
According to a report published in the VisitSouthWalton newsletter, Tourist Development Tax collections showed a 6.6 percent decrease in South Walton for August 2023 compared with the previous year. Total collections for August 2023 in South Walton were $5,433,317.90.
The Tourist Development Tax, or bed tax, is a 5-percent tax...
Insights for Investors
The Levers that Drive the Economy, Markets and Rates
This month we will do a review of the various levers – be those government, business or consumer that impact economic activity, the markets – stock, bond and money markets, and the cost of borrowing and the return when...
Registration is now open for the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual “The Next BIG Thing” Conference on Wednesday, November 1, and Thursday, November 2, 2023, at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa.
The annual conference, presented by Ascension Sacred Heart on the Emerald Coast and Eglin Federal...
By Julie A. Martin
1. Update your home. In this property insurance market, most of the standard carriers are imposing strict age guidelines on Roof, Heating, Wiring, and Plumbing. If your home is 20 years old or older, keep in mind that the older your roof is, the harder it will...
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Sources of Funding for Small Business”
This workshop is for you if you're considering starting a business or are currently in business and want to see what funding options are available. Join us on October 12 from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. for “Sources of Funding...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
“If you want to know the past, look at your present. If you want to know the future, look at your present” – Marcus Aurelius
Reports came out this past week over the continued resilience of the US economy. GDP growth for the...
By Chris Balzer
Summer is officially here and so are our visiting guests. Beaches are getting crowded, restaurant lines are getting longer and traffic can be a challenge most days. This is a good time to think about creating your own outdoor escape. When it comes to increasing comfort,...
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Small Business Marketing Tools” Online Webinar
Let's unpack some marketing essentials plus go over some of the greatest tools today for efficient, effective small business marketing. Join us on August 9 from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. for “Small Business Marketing Tools” when we will help...
With stunning style and architecture, the newest boutique hotel to open in Northwest Florida’s famed 30A area is now welcoming guests and accepting reservations. The St. Joe Company (NYSE: JOE) (“St. Joe”) today announces the opening of the 75-room Camp Creek Inn, a beautifully designed boutique inn situated on the...
