AVOIDING DATA BREACHES

Think your business is too small to be a target of the cyber bad guys? Think again. According to the Verizon 2019 Data Breach Investigations Report released in May 2019, 43 percent of cyber attacks in 2018 targeted small businesses. That’s pretty high odds.

2019-07-29T13:21:24-04:00Jul. 29, 2019|

EXCELLENCE AWARD

Indian River State College has been named the 2019 winner of the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance among America’s community colleges. The Aspen Prize, awarded every two years since 2011, recognizes outstanding institutions selected from an original pool of more than 1,000 community colleges nationwide. With a singular focus on student success, the Aspen Prize assesses institutional performance in four areas: student learning, certificate and degree completion, success after graduation in the labor market and in transfer to four-year institutions, and equity in access and success for students of color and low-income students.

2019-08-09T17:49:43-04:00Jul. 29, 2019|

HOW DOES YOUR WEBSITE SCORE?

No matter whether you’ve just launched a new website or have had one for many years, your website should showcase your business professionally and build your reputation 24/7.

2019-07-29T14:00:10-04:00Jul. 29, 2019|

BUILDING A WORKFORCE FOR THE 21ST CENTURY

Training for the manufacturing needs of today and tomorrow has a look far different than in the past, and Indian River State College stands poised to anticipate and fulfill employers’ requirements with a purpose-built facility that joins together advanced technology and leading-edge industry training to meet key areas of workforce need in our region.

2019-07-22T15:11:07-04:00Jul. 22, 2019|

BUSINESS INSURANCE: ONE SIZE DOESN’T FIT ALL

If you’re a business owner, you need insurance. But how much and what type can vary greatly depending on your type of business, resources, assets and specific needs. So, what should you consider before purchasing a business policy? Here are some risks and coverages you will want to consider to find the right plan for you.

2019-07-22T14:37:36-04:00Jul. 22, 2019|

CLEVELAND CLINIC TAKES OVER MARTIN, VERO HOSPITALS

The face of healthcare changed substantially on the Treasure Coast at the start of the year when Cleveland Clinic’s growing hospital system took over a hospital in Vero Beach, two in Stuart and one in Port St. Lucie. The four hospitals include three that were part of the Martin Health System, which is now Cleveland Clinic Martin Health.

2019-07-22T13:34:44-04:00Jul. 22, 2019|

FINDING THE BEST BANKER FOR BETTER BUSINESS

As a business owner, it is critical to maintain a relationship with a bank that can help you navigate the treacherous waters of entrepreneurship. How do you select the bank that you want to build a relationship with? As banks continue to merge and grow, community banks become fewer and fewer. It is important to [...]

2019-07-16T12:33:30-04:00Jul. 16, 2019|

MEGAN SMITH NAMED PRESIDENT OF OKEECHOBEE COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

Megan Smith Okeechobee County Economic Development Corporation leaders have named their first president and chief executive officer. Megan Smith is set to take the lead of the newly formed public-private partnership in late March. “The board of directors has been very focused on finding the right professional to take the helm as the [...]

2019-07-16T13:05:55-04:00Jul. 16, 2019|

Rebooting a sports legacy

Major League Baseball took over management of Historic Dodgertown in Vero Beach, announcing in April it is renaming the facility the Jackie Robinson Training Complex after the Hall of Famer who broke the color barrier when he signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947. MLB began managing the property following a leasing agreement.

2019-07-15T11:56:23-04:00Jul. 15, 2019|

Port leads way into new era of prosperity

After years of dormancy, the Port of Fort Pierce leaped into its new life as a mega yacht maintenance, repair, overhaul facility and jobs creator on April 16. A standing ovation followed a lease agreement approval by the St. Lucie County Commission.

2019-10-07T18:25:28-04:00Jul. 15, 2019|
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