Business

By Maurice Stouse, Branch Manager and Financial Advisor Today many Americans are having their faith and confidence in their health and wealth challenged as never before. While the pandemic continues to bring unexpected events into our lives, it is also seen as important that we stay informed and utilize helpful...

By Lori Leath Smith The doors have opened at a new Training Center for students pursuing careers in the automotive industry. The Center of Excellence, a state-of-the-art facility, is a milestone achievement made possible through the unique and valuable partnership of Step One Automotive Group and Northwest Florida State College...

Applications are now available for Class II of Leadership Northwest Florida, a regional collaboration program offered by Florida’s Great Northwest. Leadership Northwest Florida is offered for professionals in all industry sectors desiring to grow their knowledge base, network and skill set within Florida’s Great...

By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager The Energy Sector. According to Raymond James, “The Energy Sector remains the best performer in 2021, up 35% (10% greater than the next best sector) while the clean tech index is down 47% from its peak in February.” (Raymond James Energy Daily...

By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager Each new year brings resolutions, new goals, new plans as well as the review of existing plans. Short term, many of you might want to look to where you want to be in six months. But equally important is to plan for...

Founder of Vets Helping Vets & First Responders For years, Jimy Thorpe had felt the urge to give back. A veteran, Jimy had served as a young man in the U.S. Army for eight years and had always held the highest regard for the men and women who serve our...

The Northwest Florida Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) recently announced the winners of the 2020 FPRA Image Awards. Conducted annually, the Image Awards competition provides PR practitioners a platform to be recognized in their local markets for their outstanding public relations strategies, programs and campaigns. The...

By Erin Bakker The roof is one of the most important parts of a home or business, yet it is one of the hardest to keep an eye on. Regular roof inspections can prevent the need for premature roof replacement. Roof inspections require going up on a ladder, and once up...

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...

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...