From October 2008
The Biggest Advocate for Small Business
by Jim Hunt on October 30, 2008The first time I met Dr. Jerry Osteryoung was from the back row of a finance class at Florida State University. Even in the student/professor relationship many years ago, I recognized a unique passion that Dr. Osteryoung had for being a champion for small business. This small business giant is retiring, but most likely he will not be slowing down. If you are in business in Florida, it would be hard not to encounter Jerry. As the Executive Director of the Jim Moran Institute of Global Entrepreneurship, the Institute has assisted more than 4,000 small businesses across the state. Dr. Osteryoung……
A leader leaves us with HOPE
by Jim Hunt on October 29, 2008HOPE, not a political campaign mantra but a life-long legacy to providing a home and hope for a new life for those who are homeless, that is what Kay Freeman did for the Tallahassee community. As the Executive Director of the Big Bend Homeless Coalition, Kay Freeman was a confident catalyst; she made tremendous positive impact on Tallahassee while leaving a fond memory of her tenacity. Kay was one of those people you meet and left you with a permanent impression; whether it was good or bad, you did not forget who she was or what she wanted to accomplish. I……
Innovation: Above and Below the Surface
by Nanette Schimpf on October 02, 2008It is fascinating to me when a person or company fulfills their destiny and makes great things happen. Or when a person or company comes up with creative solutions to make us more productive. It makes me feel all warm and fuzzy about American ingenuity. An invention from a creative gentleman that oozes just that ingenuity, with a touch of destiny thrown in for good measure. That would be Reynolds Marion and his most-cool Marion Hyper Sub. Its tagline isn’t “Something Else. Entirely.” for no reason. Check it out at www.hyper-sub.com. It is part James Bond, part Jules Verne. It……