Business

By “Doc Doug” Stauffer In a grand display of patriotism and community spirit, Jay Odom, a true local success story, presided over the flag-raising ceremony at the Freedom Tech Center. This momentous event marked a significant milestone for Okaloosa County and Fort Walton Beach, bringing together community members, local officials,...

By Doug Stauffer At January’s First Friday breakfast, the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce hosted the Annual Installation and Awards Breakfast. Chamber members thanked the outgoing leadership and inducted new leadership. Ted Corcoran pointed out the genuinely historic year of 2022 by highlighting three significant events initiated by the...

By Christopher Manson “We are committed to providing excellent customer service and ensuring that every customer leaves our store satisfied. We also believe in giving back to our community and supporting local organizations that make a difference.” ~ From “Our Commitment,” bluebaylifestyle.com “…a breath of fresh air to the Fort Walton Beach...

FWB Life was excited and honored to receive a prestigious award recently! We love it! The Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce’s “Teddy Award” is a coveted, bobble-head Ted given to members who have made an impact in the community. We have been so thankful for the support...

By Michelle Ruschman If you are struggling with a sliding glass door, then you need Beachside Sliding Glass Door Maintenance, LLC. Starting in October 2023, it’s owned and operated by long-time Destin residents and high school sweethearts, Trevor and Tina Kasten. “We have learned to work very well together in...

The Greater FWB Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 2023 Achievements and Welcomes 2024 with New Leadership and Prestigious Awards In January, The Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce gathered members and community leaders for its Annual Installation and Awards Breakfast. The event, a staple in the Okaloosa County calendar, served...

By Ted Corcoran, President/CEO, Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce The Place on Beal location is one of the most sacred in Fort Walton. The land, owned by the Brooks family, was home to Mrs. James Hartley Beal from the 1920’s until her passing in 1949. Her family is...

By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager As one year closes out and another one begins, we have some thoughts for our clients on things to review and consider. First: Know What you Own We suggest it is a good idea to review your assets, stocks, bonds, cash, real estate, business...

Growing up in Pensacola, Corey Booth didn’t need to look far to learn the meaning of generosity. “As a child, I watched my father work at the local utility and live his faith by helping others, and I knew I wanted to follow in his footsteps,” said Booth. The now always-busy...

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...