On a bright afternoon in late winter, the Hotel Effie was flooded with light, warmth, and purpose––850 Business Magazine’s Pinnacle Award luncheon had returned for its 12th year. Each year, 850 Business Magazine presents the Pinnacle Awards to exceptional women…
The gig economy is largely considered a collection of unaffiliated free spirits who find contract work in their communities or via platforms such as TaskRabbit, DoorDash, and ride-share apps. When even two to five years are required for entry-level jobs,…
As the Digital Age makes way for the Intelligence Age and the rise of the metaverse, there are concerns over the amount of time the growing mind is spending soaking up blue lights, altering dopamine thresholds from rewiring the brain…
Stepping into NorthFlora Collective feels less like walking into a store and more like a tropical rainforest. With rows of wild-looking plants, the lush patio beer garden, and the mysterious “Dark Side” next door, it’s not just a plant shop;…
In September 2025, the United States Department of War’s Missile Defense Agency (MDA) announced a new national defense program: the Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense (SHIELD). The 10-year initiative outlines a $151 billion ceiling for contract funding to be…
The global platform economy“It takes a village.” This African proverb became popular in America in the 1970’s to inspire community involvement in raising families. It speaks to both the cost of bringing up a new generation, as well as the…
People often wonder how successful executives reach heights most can only dream about, but there are some common traits among CEOs: grit and a growth mindset. In 2020, a long-term study was published by Daeun Park, et al., establishing a…
In the 2026 “Director’s Issue” of W magazine, Timothee Chalamet portrays “Shend,” a New York local and competitive Yu-Gi-Oh! player. The shots of Chalamet actually playing Yu-Gi-Oh!, set in a typical card shop brimming with wares, are palpably richer with…
CAPITAL LOCAL HONORS » Florida State University’s Institute for Strategic Partnerships, Innovation, Research, and Education (InSPIRE) announced Alex Riensche’s appointment to lead advanced manufacturing initiatives. He is currently heading the ASTRO | FSU InSPIRE 2026 Tech Challenge, now in its…
Similar to many kids growing up, Jason McArthur cherished fictional characters that shared his name. “I discovered Greek mythology in elementary school,” says McArthur, a Tallahassee native. “There’s a story of Jason, who was the leader of the Argonauts on the Argo…
This past October, accompanied by a cake-cutting ceremony and live music, Midtown Reader celebrated its ninth birthday. But this cake day was a special one, marked by the unveiling of a brand-new addition to the independent bookstore’s classic Thomasville Road…
Entering a room that also holds restaurateur Susan Turner is a bit like being in the presence of a strobe light. She surges with fireworks of creative ideas, innovative recipes, plans for social receptions, community good works, and an elegant…
Florida State University President Richard McCullough says there was a time in his youth when he didn’t study much or want to take classes that were particularly hard. As a matter of fact, he recalls a chemistry class that he…
Who says you only get one shot? Sometimes, it’s the second act—shaped by purpose, possibility, and hard-won wisdom—when the story truly takes flight. Because reinvention isn’t just about change, it’s where the real magic happens. Whether they are artists, entrepreneurs,…
The energy inside the Juniper Ballroom of Hotel Effie at Sandestin on March 26 was unmistakable—joyful, electric, and deeply inspiring. As guests entered the elegant foyer, they were greeted by friendly faces and a festively framed portrait of 12 accomplished…
If the guy making Victorian-style hard candy on your social media channel looks familiar, your eyes aren’t fooling you. Greg Cohen, owner and mastermind behind Lofty Pursuits—an ever-evolving Market Street retail shop—has become something of a sensation with nearly 600,000…
Ocheesee Creamery’s herd of Jerseys produce dairy for residents from Pensacola to Vero Beach
Business community owes Jim Moran a debt of gratitude
