Business

By Ricky Harper, C12 Group Some years ago, I did service work in hospitals. Two of the hospitals that I frequented had strikingly different cultures. At one facility, every staff member from the CEO to the janitor was energized, happy, engaged, and genuinely made me feel welcome. At the other...

The Economic Development Council of Okaloosa County (“EDC”) will now be known as One Okaloosa EDC. Along with the name change, there is a new organizational logo stylized as a circle indicative of forward motion. The logo utilizes the organization’s long-standing gold, blue and green colors as a nod...

By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager What might you want to be considering now with elections behind us, the potential of new vaccines and a new administration coming to The White House? Whether you are investing for the near, intermediate or long-term, logistics, more than a strategy, can...

By Victoria Ostrosky Bill loved Christmas. He loved the decorations and the gift-giving. He especially loved to see the surprise and joy on his son’s face on Christmas morning. Now that Kyle was a teenager, Christmas gifts and their wonder had lost a bit of their excitement, and he wanted...

By Chris Balzer, ECES This holiday season is unlike any other, to cap off a year unlike any other. Throughout this season, and as we move into a new (and hopefully better) year, we wish you moments of peace amid the difficulties, connections with family and friends, even if they...

Chapter Wins Multiple State Awards, Installs 2020-2021 Board The Northwest Florida Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) is celebrating 15 years serving the Florida Panhandle. Formed in 2004 as the 15th chapter to be established under the Florida Public Relations Association, it currently has 57 members (and...

By Ricky Harper, C12 There is a great lesson on leadership when one studies the difference in the way cows and buffalo respond to storms. When a storm is building on the horizon, cows do a very natural thing—they run away from it as quickly as possible. On the surface this...

A leaking roof causes more trouble than an annoying “drip drop” from your ceiling. It can damage your attic insulation and roof deck as well as lead to mold and mildew growth and reduced energy efficiency. It can also spoil a holiday gathering with family or friends. Roof leaks can...

Historically, the fourth quarter is one of the busiest times of the year for air travel. While this year is unpredictable, we do know more people are flying again. Whether for the holidays or a “workcation” – a blend of a longer-term work and vacation trip – air travel...

By Victoria Ostrosky Andrea had just opened her blinds to the morning sun when her phone rang. “Good morning, Jake! What can I help you with today?” “Hi, Andrea. Hey, I’m buying an investment condo to rent out to short term vacationers, and I need an insurance quote. Can you help...