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Business Startups Looking to Profit from Florida’s Marine Industry
Technology is at the forefront of many businesses. As technology advances, companies are looking for ways to cash in. One industry that is looking for more customers is the marine industry. Home to many beaches and lakes, Florida is big on boating and other water activities. The marine industry is an $11.5 billion sector,… Read More »
Florida is Great for Businesses—Except When it Comes to Money
When it comes to starting a business, there are many things to consider. Will your products or services reach a large consumer base? Timing is also an element to consider, as sometimes it pays to wait a while longer. Other elements to consider are money and location. Some larger states, such as Florida and… Read More »
What Entrepreneurs Should Know About NDAs
The most important asset of a company is the information it has. Each company has proprietary information that makes it stand out from the others. For example, a company may have different processes, products and services that make it unique. Is there a reason why you shop at a specific store, or prefer one… Read More »
Driving Traffic to Your Website: What You Need to Know
Virtually all businesses have one thing in common: they want to make money. To do this, they need to attract customers. Marketing to customers has changed a lot in the past decade. In the past, sales representatives may have gone door to door or used the phone to get a hold of customers. They… Read More »
Startups in South Florida Are Finally Seeing the Money
Entrepreneurs are in the business to make money, but this is often easier said than done. Getting a deal from an investor is no easy feat, even if you go on “Shark Tank” and pitch to investors. Investors want to make sure they are investing in a company that can make them money for… Read More »
Florida Restaurants Battle Over Name in Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
What’s in a name? A whole lot, if you’re an entrepreneur. Your company name is how consumers identify you. Many names become so popular that they become household names, like McDonald’s, Walmart and Target. When naming a company, some choices are more popular than others, and even if trademarked, they can still be duplicated… Read More »
Florida Biotech Startup Raises $55 Million
Business startups are known for raising millions of dollars, but the amount of money brought in by a Florida biotech company is unusual. Expansion Therapeutics Inc.—a company created at Scripps Florida—has raised $55.3 million from venture capitalists. This is a large amount considering that the biotech industry in Florida raised just $34 million altogether… Read More »
Florida Supreme Court Releases Landmark Opinion Regarding Non-Compete Agreements
Are you a Florida business owner who requires employees to sign non-compete agreements? If so, take note of the recent landmark opinion from the Florida Supreme Court. The opinion addresses two separate appeals and interprets the state’s laws when it comes to non-compete agreements. Florida’s law covers restrictive covenants as a whole, which include… Read More »
What Makes a Business Startup Successful?
Let’s face it: companies want only the best employees. You’ve probably realized this if you’ve ever applied and interviewed for a job. Everyone has different backgrounds and experiences, which makes the hiring process difficult. Every company wants the best fit possible, and finding the perfect person for the job is especially crucial for business… Read More »
When Non-Disclosure Agreements Protect Criminals
Many Florida residents have likely heard about the sexual assault charges about film producer Harvey Weinstein. Dozens of actresses have recently spoken about how Weinstein would lure them to parties and hotel rooms and have sex with them. Many of the incidents happened years ago, but the women involved have kept quiet until now…. Read More »