Perspectives

Creating Cogs and Dreams

Creating Cogs and Dreams

Lead, leverage, innovate. Repeat. A case study in redefining the potential of philanthropy through bold ventures and calculated risks. Impatient. Dissatisfied. Restless. Probably not the first adjectives you’d expect to describe one of Florida’s largest... more

Blue Sky

Blue Sky

Beyond launching successful companies, business incubation programs serve as hubs for innovation. The University of South Florida Polytechnic has opened the first public business technology incubators in Polk County. The Blue Sky Incubation Program &... more

Forging “Co-opetition”

Forging “Co-opetition”

The power of partnership is creating a stronger front for competing against metro areas across the country and around the globe. By Randolph E. BerridgePresident, Florida High Tech Corridor Council Inc. It’s true that the... more

Teamwork Equals Success

Teamwork Equals Success

To fulfill Florida's economic development objectives and jobs goal, everyone must work together — cross-partnering with all involved.       By Gray Swoope                               Florida Secretary of CommercePresident & CEO, Enterprise Florida Inc.   Having... more