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AGP Executive Report

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People Management: A Clearwater-based survey found 72% of people handling HR at small businesses have felt unprepared for a high-stakes situation; 39% of firms have no dedicated HR staff. AI Skills: Miami Dade College is working with Florida universities and employers to weave AI into business programs, from accounting and marketing to entrepreneurship and hospitality. Storm Recovery: Florida has approved $4.5 million in interest-free bridge loans for 65 businesses hit by Hurricane Isaias, while 60 Santa Rosa County commercial property owners report major damage or total losses and await further aid. Women Entrepreneurs: The SBA awarded Florida Tech $1.54 million to expand business planning and capital-access support through its IGNITE 360 program on the Space and Treasure Coasts.

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Florida AG gives update following arrest of Kissimmee mayor Jackie Espinosa

WINK - Florida |

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WINK - Florida

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Owned By	McBride Family through Fort Myers Broadcasting Company
Year Founded	1939
Website	www.winknews.com
Domain Registration Year	2000
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Florida, Fort Myers
Owner Country	United States

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9 hours ago

Belfast networking event to put entrepreneurial mindset in focus

The News Letter |

Owner: Malcolm Denmark info about owner

The News Letter

Right-wing

Owned By	Malcolm Denmark through Media Concierge Holding & Iconic Media Group Ltd
Year Founded	1737
Website	https://www.newsletter.co.uk/
Domain Registration Year	1996
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United Kingdom, Belfast
Owner Country	United Kingdom

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9 hours ago

ALEXIS LAUREN Sees Strong Momentum in Florida with Booming Revenue Growth and New Opening in Orlando

Franchise Opportunities |

Owner: International Franchise Association info about owner

Franchise Opportunities

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Owned By	International Franchise Association (Non-profit, Kerry Pipes Director) through Franchise Update Media
Year Founded	1988
Website	https://www.franchising.com/
Domain Registration Year	1995
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, California, San Jose
Owner Country	United States

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Oct. 20, 2026

Buchanan joins bipartisan House Entrepreneurship Caucus to support small businesses

East Hillsborough News - Florida |

Owner: Brian Timpone & Bradley Cameron info about owner

East Hillsborough News - Florida

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Caution	Pseudo-journalism: Pink-slime
Owned By	Brian Timpone & Bradley Cameron through Metric Media LLC
Year Founded	2020
Website	https://easthillsboroughnews.com/
Domain Registration Year	2019
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Florida,
Owner Country	United States

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14 hours ago

SBA awards $5.3 million to expand support for women entrepreneurs

America's Small Business Network |

Owner: Jim & Bridget Fitzpatrick info about owner

America's Small Business Network

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Owned By	Jim & Bridget Fitzpatrick through America's Small Business Network (ASBN)
Year Founded	2018
Website	https://www.asbn.com/
Domain Registration Year	2002
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Georgia, Peachtree Corners
Owner Country	United States

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13 hours ago

Crucial Lessons Learned in Year One: Advice from Entrepreneurs

Grit Daily News |

Owner: Jordan French info about owner

Grit Daily News

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Owned By	Jordan French (Founder & CEO) through Grit Daily Media Group
Year Founded	2018
Website	https://gritdaily.com/
Domain Registration Year	2017
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, New York, New York City
Owner Country	United States

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Oct. 21, 2026

Florida News That Impacts You – October 20th, 2026

1290 WJNO - Florida |

Owner: iHeart Media Inc. info about owner

1290 WJNO - Florida

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Owned By	iHeart Media Inc. (Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO)
Year Founded	1947
Website	https://wjno.iheart.com/
Domain Registration Year	1999
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Florida, West Palm Beach
Owner Country	United States

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Oct. 20, 2026

$4.5 million approved for over 60 Florida small businesses impacted by Hurricane Isaias

WEAR - Florida |

Owner: Smith Family info about owner

WEAR - Florida

Center-right

Owned By	Smith Family through Sinclair Broadcast Group
Year Founded	1954
Website	www.weartv.com
Domain Registration Year	1996
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Florida, Pensacola
Owner Country	United States

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Governor Ron DeSantis Announces More Than $4.5 Million Approved for Florida Small Businesses Through the Emergency Bridge Loan Program Within 10 Days Following Hurricane Isaias

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Oct. 19, 2026

Maxim Hair Restoration, a Leading FUE Hair Transplant Provider, Named a 2026 Best of America Small Business Awards Winner

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The Blasena Group Helps Fort Myers Residents Find Affordable Health Insurance as Open Enrollment Season Approaches

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