By Doug Stauffer
Central Moloney, Inc., a transformer manufacturer headquartered in Pine Bluff, Ark., unveiled a new venture, “Project LS2.” The project’s cornerstone is a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that will find its home in Okaloosa County, focusing on producing pad-mounted electrical transformers.
This facility, sprawling more than 302,000 square feet, will...
By J. Zimchek
Gulf Coast Shutter and the Overhead Door Company of Northwest Florida (both Dillard companies) together are such a well-known entity, you’d be forgiven for thinking they’ve been around forever. But it was in 2011, when Wayne Bernheisel acquired Gulf Coast Shutter (founded in 2001) that this local business really became...
A Local Agent Is Crucial When Insurance Premiums Are Rising
Premiums are going up all over Florida right now, and have been on the rise for the better part of the last three years. Last year saw the downfall of 11 carriers and the swift withdrawal of four others. This...
By Bill Mason, Rocket Fuel Coach
In the dynamic world of leadership, where continuous growth and development are essential, there is one undeniable truth: leaders are readers. Even if you despise reading, the act of consuming books on a regular basis can be a game changer in your leadership abilities. Discover...
June 1st marked the beginning of hurricane season. Researchers at North Carolina State said the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season will see 11 to 15 named storms forming in the Atlantic basin. The basin includes the entire Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.
So, it is time...
By Lori Leath Smith
Niceville local Brad Buinicky’s mantra is, “Learn from the past and cling to good memories. Plan for the future and hope for the best. But live in the present and maximize your potential there.”
As the local Emerald Coast area owner of Heroes Lawn Care, Brad has...
By Kelly Murphy-Redd, CEcd
A force of nature, Danica LaFaire, the owner of Fish Window Cleaning, is the Official Window Cleaner of the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce. Danica’s energy and passion are a reflection of how she runs her business and how she participates as a chamber...
There are three hallmarks of a great business: a trustworthy brand, a hard-working business owner dedicated to customer service and a team of highly trained professionals. When you choose businesses to work with, you deserve the best. Introducing Ryan Jackson, owner of Window Hero Pensacola-Destin – the only name...
Step One Motorsports ambassadors experienced a historic weekend recently as there was a quadruple header for the first time ever. Representing drivers Juan Manuel Correa, Chris Walsh, Chandler Smith and Romain Grosjean all competed in different races and categories.
Juan Manuel Correa represented the team in F2 and placed 10th...
By Joe Capers
With Spring Break and Summer around the corner, a lot of us locals (and our guests) will be out in our golf carts. You might even want to purchase one. Just remember, as there are different kinds of golf carts, which you’ll discover when you go to...