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Industry Focus – Retail: Less Than Six Degrees of Separation

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Retail accounts for more than $2 trillion in total GDP impact with consumer spending accounting for more than two-thirds of the U.S. The Tarpon Point Resort at Marina Village is home to a number of upscale retail shops and restaurants. By the BF Staff From the March/April 2016 Issue. Credit: City of Cape Coral).

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Converting downtown office into multifamily residential: Let’s stop and think about this

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contagion from abandoned office buildings will spread to retail (no daytime shoppers), restaurants (no daytime diners), and street life (no happy hour!), Lyon currently represents the firm in the retail market sector, strategically driving business growth, as well as creating a strong market presence and brand equity for Nadel.

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Florida: A Warm Climate For Business Growth

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Florida ranks fourth in the nation for high tech employment. Naturally, salary remains the top draw for tech workers, but they are increasingly focusing on other factors when deciding whether to take a new job or keep the one they have. The state is proud of its welcoming business climate and competitive advantages. Photo © Ketterman).

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The Travel & Tourism Game

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billion) and Retail ($109.6 Travel ranks 7th in terms of employment compared to other major private industry sectors. HENDERSON’S UNIQUE HOSPITALITY DRAWS VISITORS & BUSINESSES. This year Kent’s Supply Center is celebrated, the oldest retailer in Nevada winning the SBA Nevada Legacy Business of the Year. reached $1.1

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Iowa: Moving To The Top Of The Class

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Governor Kim Reynolds is calling on educators, employers and legislators to collaborate to add 120,000 Iowans with postsecondary degrees or credentials to the state’s workforce by 2025. When it comes to workforce, companies in the Quad Cities can draw from the 40 colleges and universities located within a 90 mile radius.

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Baseball, Hot Dogs and Economic Development

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There are more than 2,000 people employed at the ballpark by the Reds and Delaware North Companies, based in Buffalo, NY, the outfit that handles all the team’s food, beverage and retail concessions.

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Location Focus: Florida – Rebounded And Ready

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Florida’s rebound from the recession has created an economic environment that has been drawing even more businesses to the state. New conceptual plans offer two options: as a new Retail District or an Office Park. This reflects the retail market’s vast potential in the city. percent, construction which grew by 3.9

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