By J. Zimchek
Gulf Coast Shutter and the Overhead Door Company of Northwest Florida (both Dillard companies) together are such a well-known entity, you’d be forgiven for thinking they’ve been around forever. But it was in 2011, when Wayne Bernheisel acquired Gulf Coast Shutter (founded in 2001) that this local...
By Bobby McFerrin, Gulf Financial
Welcome dear reader. I’m glad to have you here with me and hope to share insights into the quest for joy and peace in retirement. As the leader of Gulf Financial, you might expect me to say that money has a lot to do with...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
Innovations and industrial revolutions might bring a lot of opportunities for the economy and the people of the world. Today, investors can’t go a day without hearing the latest news on artificial intelligence, or AI. Many might be wondering if they need to...
By Bill Mason, Rocket Fuel Coach
In the dynamic world of leadership, where continuous growth and development are essential, there is one undeniable truth: leaders are readers. Even if you despise reading, the act of consuming books on a regular basis can be a game changer in your leadership abilities....
At a closing retreat and graduation ceremony May 12, Florida’s Great Northwest (FGNW) Foundation honored its new graduates from Leadership Northwest Florida, a new regional collaboration program focused on community, content and connection. Eighteen leaders from across Northwest Florida participated in the inaugural program that fostered a deeper understanding...
There are three hallmarks of a great business: a trustworthy brand, a hard-working business owner dedicated to customer service and a team of highly trained professionals. When you choose businesses to work with, you deserve the best. Introducing Ryan Jackson, owner of Window Hero Pensacola-Destin – the only name...
By Bill Mason
In today’s fast-paced work environment, productivity is of utmost importance. We all want to perform at our best and achieve our goals. Fortunately, there is a simple yet powerful way to improve work performance – gratitude.
Expressing gratitude involves showing appreciation for the good things in life, including...
By Dr. Jeff and Robin Cerny
Because of technology change and the associated worker turbulence, greater attention is being placed on workforce development. Workforce Development refers to policies and initiatives aimed at improving the skills, education, and overall employment prospects of workers in the labor force.
The rapid pace of technological...
Hana Hawkins has joined Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida as Managing Broker for the Destin location. Hawkins will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, managing brokerage transactions, implementing agent training programs to ensure the delivery of quality customer service, and recruitment. The Destin office is located at...
By Joe Capers
With Spring Break and Summer around the corner, a lot of us locals (and our guests) will be out in our golf carts. You might even want to purchase one. Just remember, as there are different kinds of golf carts, which you’ll discover when you go to...