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Annual Shorebird Nesting Season Begins at the National Seashore3/7/2024
GULF BREEZE, Fla. – National Park Service biologists discovered the first shorebird nest of the season on March 6, 2024, in the Fort Pickens Area. Each year, beginning in February and ending in late summer, the Gulf Islands National Seashore provides important habitat for several species of ground-nesting shorebirds including, least terns, snowy plovers, Wilson’s plovers, and black skimmers. Visitors and locals can help protect shorebirds by proudly displaying the free Gulf Islands Chick sticker and
Florida APEX Accelerator at UWF Presents “Florida Panhandle Subcontracting Connections”
PENSACOLA, FL — March 6, 2024 — Your Florida APEX Accelerator at UWF and the Eglin Air Force Base Small Business Office will be co-hosting an outreach and networking event, “Florida Panhandle Subcontracting Connections”, to match prime contractors with potential subcontractors in the Florida Panhandle region. This is a chance to make valuable connections and pitch your company for subcontracting opportunities and potential partnership. As a small business owner, come on out and introduce your products and
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “A Roadmap to Small Business Funding”
PENSACOLA, FL — March 6, 2024 — Join us on March 21 from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. online for "A Roadmap to Small Business Funding" and take the first step towards securing the financial foundation your business needs to thrive. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey, this workshop provides actionable insights that will propel your business towards success. Don't miss this opportunity to map out your path to small business funding excellence! No fee. To register, visit sbdc.uwf.edu and
Baptist Heart & Vascular Institute Hosts 9th Annual Cardiovascular Symposium
PENSACOLA, Fla. (Feb. 27, 2024) – More than 350 health care professionals gathered for Baptist Heart & Vascular Institute’s 9th annual Cardiovascular Symposium on Friday, Feb. 23. The event was held at Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Resource Center, and speakers included physicians and leaders from Baptist Heart & Vascular Institute and Baptist Health Care as well as Eduardo Sanchez, M.D., M.P.H, FAAFP, chief medical officer for prevention at the American Heart Association. Each year this day-long symposium
325.5 visits to national parks in 2023, 8.2 million visits at Gulf Islands National Seashore?
GULF BREEZE, Fla. -- The National Park Service announced that 400 national parks reported a total of 325.5 million visits in 2023, an increase of 13 million or 4% over 2022. At Gulf Islands National Seashore, visitation numbers visitation increased 40 percent from last year’s 5.7 million visitors, and it is now the 5th most visited national park site. Besides the emerald coast and sandy white beaches, many factors contributed to the increase in visitation in 2023 including the return of the ferry
Gulf Islands National Seashore Resumes Florida Ferry Operations for 2024 Season
Ferry offers service to Pensacola, Fort Pickens, and Pensacola BeachContact: Stephenie Wade, stephenie_wade@nps.govGULF BREEZE, Fla. -- The National Park Service will resume Pensacola Bay City Ferry service to the Fort Pickens Area beginning March 1, 2024.Starting in March, the ferry will begin transporting passengers from downtown Pensacola to Fort Pickens Area, and to Pensacola Beach (Quietwater Pier), every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The ferry will begin daily service by departing downtown Pensacola
Saltmarsh Awarded ClearlyRated's 2024 Best of Accounting for Service Excellence
TAMPA and PENSACOLA, FL (February 9, 2024) – Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & Gund, a leading accounting firm in the Southeast, announced today that they have won ClearlyRated's Best of Accounting® Award for providing superior service to their clients for the second year in a row. Based entirely on ratings provided by their clients, Saltmarsh received a Net Promoter® Score of 85.6%, significantly higher than the industry's average of 41% in 2023. In this most recent survey, client responses recognized the firm
Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Saltmarsh Honored Among 2023 Best Firms to Work For and Top 200 U.S. Accounting Firms
TAMPA and PENSACOLA, FL (September 12, 2023) – Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & Gund is pleased to share recent firm accolades, which include being named one of Accounting Today’s 2023 Best Firms to Work For and a Top 200 U.S. Accounting Firm by INSIDE Public Accounting. As one of the largest CPA-led business advisory firms in the southeast, Saltmarsh is known for its ‘one-firm’ people-focused workplace that prioritizes work-life balance, culture and professional development. Accounting Today’s 18th annual
Is Franchising Right for You? The Pros and Cons You Need to Know
Starting a business from scratch can be quite a task and risky. It requires a lot of time, effort, and financial resources. However, there is an alternative way to become an entrepreneur – opening a franchise. Franchising is a business model that allows entrepreneurs to operate a business under an established brand name and with operational systems in place. Although there are pros and cons to consider, franchising can be an attractive opportunity for many. In this article, we explore the advantages and
Want to Level Up Your Business? Hiring Consultants Is the Way to Go
As your business grows, you will likely reach a point where you need outside help to continue moving forward. But if you need to gain specialist knowledge in a particular topic, knowing the best practices for your business can be tricky. That's where consultants come in. Keep reading as the Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce shares why hiring consultants can fulfill all your business needs. The Benefits of Hiring Consultants Consultants can bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to your
Improve Your Small Business by Fixing These Common Issues
All businesses have weaknesses, but it's crucial for small business owners to identify and resolve financial and operational issues as quickly as possible. Not only can these problems lead to financial ruin, but they can put the future of your business at risk. In this blog post, we'll discuss some of the most common financial and operational weaknesses in small businesses and how to resolve them.The Wrong Business Designation One of the first things you should do if you're having financial or
How to Build a Successful Business in Gulf Breeze, Florida
If you're thinking about starting a business in Gulf Breeze, Florida, there are a few things you need to do to ensure your business is successful. In this article, we'll cover everything from writing a business plan and coming up with a profitable business idea to marketing your new business. By the time you're finished reading, you'll have all the information you need to get your business off the ground.Writing Your Business Plan One of the first things you need to do when starting a business is to
Getting Holiday-Ready: A Brief Guide for Small Business Owners
CNBC reports that the holiday season is a vital time for small businesses, with nearly 80 percent of small business owners in an American Express survey saying that holiday sales likely determine whether they can stay afloat. This is the time of year when people are out shopping for gifts, and if you want a piece of the pie, you need to make sure your business is prepared. With a little bit of planning, you can make the most of this festive time of year! The guide from the Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of
Starting a Small Business in the Gulf Breeze Community: Tips to Get You Started
Small businesses are vital to the American economy. So, if you're thinking about starting a small business, know that you're not alone — and that you're certainly not taking on a small task. But don't worry, we're here to help. In this article, we'll provide some tips on how to get started on opening a small business in the local Gulf Breeze, Florida, community.Why Start a Small Business? Before we jump into the nitty-gritty of starting a small business, let's take a step back and look at why starting
Lessons in Old-School Marketing for Your Gulf Breeze, FL Business
Marketing teams have long been preoccupied with discovering innovative and creative ways to get the word out about their brands. But a new trend has emerged - old-fashioned marketing. With so much digital marketing overwhelming us daily, businesses are finding that the old ways are capturing people’s attention now. So here are some tips from the Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce to help you navigate this competitive and ever-changing business world. What Is It? Old-fashioned marketing
5 Steps for Relocating Your Real Estate Business
You’ve been running a successful real estate business in your home state, but now, you’re ready to move somewhere new - and you’re wondering how to relocate your business to Florida without causing major disruptions. Moving as a real estate agent is complicated, but with the right approach, you can successfully set up shop in a new state. Below, we outline how to navigate the business relocation process as a real estate agent. Form a New LLC or S Corp If you’ve been running a real estate business in one