AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHealth & Workforce Growth: Tallahassee Chamber leaders say the near-final FSU Health merger could be a unifying economic engine, but they’re calling for a more regional, coordinated strategy for recruitment and community engagement. Community Business Spotlight: Fort Myers’ Hammond Stadium hosted “Pilates on the Field,” pairing local studios and vendors with the Mighty Mussels to boost Southwest Florida’s wellness small-business ecosystem. Policy Watch (Amendment 3): An opinion piece warns Florida’s Amendment 3 could open the door to a state income tax and criticizes the lack of clear fiscal analysis; meanwhile, revised ballot language is moving forward after a judge ordered changes. Education & STEM Access: Jacksonville educator Dr. Cynthia Smith’s tuition-free Minds of the Future Academy earned full accreditation July 17, expanding K-12 STEM and workforce prep in the East Side. Local Economy & Lending: BayFirst Financial says it’s shifting toward larger commercial customers to unwind SBA-related problems after a second-quarter loss. Business Growth Signals: Planet Fitness signed three Florida development agreements to expand along the west coast. Startup/Entrepreneur Support: College of the Florida Keys opened applications for a free Entrepreneurship Incubator Lab in the Upper Keys, Homestead and Florida City, with pitch awards at the end.
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