FloridaWest and First Place Partners were part of a group that helped the town of Century achieve the designation “Rural Community.” The designation was given by the Florida Department of Opportunity and is important because it allows Century to receive matching funds for DEO programs without fund requirements. “The partnership of (DEO) Secretary Dane Eagle with … Read more

The governor’s office announced he has approved $15.6 million to expand cybersecurity and IT training in Florida. According to a news release from the governor’s office, “This announcement is part of Governor DeSantis’ goal to make Florida the best state in the nation for workforce education by 2030.” “We will continue to invest in ensuring … Read more

America’s Best Cities has highlighted Pensacola on its “America’s 100 Best Cities 2022.”  The smallest city to make the list, Pensacola came in at #81. “The smallest city in our ranking—after 15,000 new residents pushed the population past our half-million threshold—shines as bright as its Gulf of Mexico white-sand beaches. History and proximity to Alabama … Read more

A recent article from Florida TaxWatch, BUILT FOR SUCCESS: MANUFACTURING’S ROLE IN FLORIDA’S ECONOMY, keys in on productivity growth as a powerful indicator. “Florida’s manufacturing sector was directly responsible for 5.6 percent of the state’s total economic output in 2021. More important than just the economic output of a given sector—in this case, manufacturing—productivity growth … Read more

The military teaches leadership, critical thinking, and strategic decision-making. Maybe that’s why so many veterans have decided to start their business right here in the Pensacola area. https://www.hireahelper.com/lifestyle/cities-with-the-most-veteran-owned-businesses/