Orlando is drawing the nation's largest generation to Florida Have you ever wondered what a site selection consultant thinks of Orlando? John Boyd Jr. is principal of The Boyd Co. Inc., which is headquartered in Princeton, N.J. Boyd helps companies land economic development deals to move into new markets. I spoke with Boyd while he was recently in Central Florida to talk about Orlando’s reputation and future. To say he's bullish is an understatement. "This is one of the hottest markets … [Read more...]
How To Create A Startup Hub
Orlando becoming better known as a startup hub It’s fun to launch a startup if you’ve got lots of company in your community from other entrepreneurs and can bump into them at Meetups and local cafes. And the cross-pollination of ideas can make your business stronger. But if you’re starting a business in a town or city that isn’t known for creating the next Snapchat or Oculus VR, it can get a little lonely. So how do you actually pull off the advice in Brad Feld’s popular book on the subject, … [Read more...]