By: Joey Garrand 2 min read January 2021 — With historically low interest rates, mass migration to the area and a shortage of housing, Orlando is primed to be among the best in the nation with regard to residential construction in 2021. According to the Orlando Regional Realtor Association, the
By: Catie Schwartzman 2 min read January 2021 — Florida’s march to a $15 minimum wage took another step forward as the year started, with another increase to $10 slated for September. For some businesses in Tampa Bay, that’s good news, but others worry about the impact on the state’s
By: Catie Schwartzman 3 min read December 2020 —New Year’s Eve is known for large gatherings, and many plan to ring in 2021 in the typical fashion of pre-COVID years: with a party or a trip to the bar. In an attempt to counter yet another spike in COVID-19 cases,
By: Felipe Rivas 4 min read December 2020 — The COVID-19 pandemic pressed the reset button for virtually every industry creating direct and indirect influences to the real estate sector. Factors such as the rapid transition to the remote work environment, the bolstering of E-commerce, increased desire for outdoor space,
By: Sara Warden 2 min read December 2020 — When life abruptly moved online in March, business travelers were forced to work from home, which had a direct impact on business travel and business events. Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center had to scramble to remain relevant amid an uncertain outlook
By: Sara Warden 3 min read December 2020 — Amid a challenging year for all, one of the beacons for Atlanta’s economy has been the tech sector, which has flourished during the pandemic. Within the sector, fintech has been a particularly strong contributor. With the prevalence of digital and contactless
By: Max Crampton Thomas 3 min read December 2020 —Traditionally, a company’s end-of-year holiday party is a celebration to toast to the accomplishments and successes of the prior 12 months. In a year marked with unprecedented challenges and roadblocks stemming from the worldwide pandemic, these end-of-year celebrations have perhaps never
By: Sara Warden 2 min read December 2020 — Undoubtedly, retail was among the sectors hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. With shelter in place orders imposed at the beginning of the year, retailers had to switch rapidly to online sales to have any hope of survival. Even as the
By: Beatrice Silva 3 min read December 2020 — Despite challenges caused by the pandemic, new developments continue to emerge in Fort Lauderdale. The ever-growing population and the need for more affordable housing options has created demand for a new type of mixed-income workforce housing. Invest: Greater Fort Lauderdale spoke with
By: Beatrice Silva 3 min read November 2020 — Although major obstacles stemming from the pandemic have led to a slowdown, the healthcare sector in Philadelphia has continued to demonstrate steadfast resilience and adaptability. Among companies in the sector, there is an understanding that adaptability to the communities’ changing needs
