Small Biz Florida

Unlocking opportunity in Florida's rural communities: How innovative partnerships are fueling small business growth.

Ever wonder how small businesses can thrive in rural Florida? This episode of Small Biz Florida dives deep into the power of public-private partnerships! We'll chat with Justin Ford, from Dewberry Engineers, and Antonio Jefferson, Gretna's City Manager. They'll reveal the secrets behind Gretna's successful site devel...

In this special edition of Small Biz Florida, recorded live at the prestigious 2023 Florida MakesMore Manufacturing Summit at the iconic Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts in downtown Orlando, host Tom Kindred brings you a groundbreaking episode featuring Ken Brace, the innovator behind Rapid Prototyping Services.

Journey through the evolution of 3D printing with Ken, from its humble beginnings in the '80s to its current prowe...

In this special episode, Tom engages in a dynamic conversation with Lake Ray, the President of the First Coast Manufacturers Association and a prominent figure in Florida's manufacturing and legislative scene. With a background as a professional engineer and 30 years of experience in engineering and small business ownership, Lake brings a wealth of knowledge to his role at FCMA.

Elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 20...

Welcome to a special episode of Small Biz Florida, broadcasting live from the heart of downtown Orlando at the illustrious Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts. We're on the scene at the 2023 Florida MakesMore Manufacturing Summit, where industry leaders converge to explore innovations, collaborations, and the future of manufacturing in the Sunshine State.

Today, we're joined by Robert Linder, Senior Operations Manager at GE Ren...

Get ready for a riveting episode of Small Biz Florida, live from the hub of innovation – the prestigious Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts in downtown Orlando. Join us as we plunge into the dynamic world of manufacturing at the 2023 Florida Makes More Manufacturing Summit.

Our honored guest today is Pavel Kuviarzin, the Business Advisor at FloridaMakes, bringing over 15 years of expertise in revolutionizing operations. Strap ...

Get ready for an electrifying ride through the heart of innovation with Small Biz Florida, recorded live at the 2023 Florida Makes Manufacturing Summit at the renowned Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts in Orlando! In this immersive episode, host Tom Kindred explores the vibrant world of manufacturing, spotlighting the challenges, triumphs, and the thriving small business community that's shaping Florida's industrial landscape...

In this gripping episode of Small Biz Florida, your host Tom Kindred sits down with Horacio Maysonet, the President and CEO of Cyber Security Solutions. A seasoned Air Force veteran, Horacio is on a mission to protect small and medium businesses from the ever-evolving threats in the digital realm.

Tom delves into Horacio's background, tracing his journey from the Air Force to the helm of Cyber Security Solutions. Discover the misco...

Join us for a thrilling episode of Small Biz Florida, recorded live at the 2023 Florida Chamber Annual Future of Florida Forum in Orlando. Host Tom Kindred sits down with Mark Wilson, President and CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, for an insightful exploration of Florida's economic future.

In this dynamic conversation, Tom and Mark dissect key themes from the forum, revealing the secrets behind Florida's economic success. Fr...

Embark on an enlightening journey with host Tom Kindred in this riveting episode of Small Biz Florida, recorded live at the 2023 Future of Florida Forum. Join the insightful conversation with Eddie Gonzalez Loumiet, the visionary CEO of Ruvos, a trailblazer in public health informatics and health information technology since 2004.

Eddie shares his inspiring journey, from roots in Miami to leading Ruvos in Tallahassee. With expertis...

Join host Tom Kindred in an inspiring episode of Small Biz Florida, recorded live at the 2023 Florida Chamber Future of Florida Forum. In this compelling conversation, Tom engages with Keyna Cory, the Executive Director of the Florida Goodwill Association, shedding light on Goodwill's transformative efforts to create an inclusive and empowered workforce across Florida.

Explore the heart and soul of Goodwill's mission, extending bey...

In this impactful episode of Small Biz Florida, recorded live at the 2023 Florida Chamber Foundation's Future of Florida Forum, host Tom Kindred delves into the transformative work of Better Together with Executive Director Jeff Bell. Discover how Better Together is committed to keeping families united, preventing children from entering foster care, and providing meaningful employment opportunities.

Jeff Bell shares his journey to ...

Join host Tom Kindred in an insightful episode of Small Biz Florida, recorded live at the Future of Florida Forum. In this engaging conversation, Madeleine Thakur, President and CEO of the Children's Movement of Florida, takes center stage, unraveling the crucial role businesses play in shaping Florida's future and the profound impact of early childhood development on the state's workforce.

Amidst an assembly of leaders from busine...

Join us for an engaging episode of Small Biz Florida, recorded at the 2023 Florida Chamber Annual Future of Florida Forum. Host Tom Kindred sits down with Suzy Teele, Chief Strategy Officer at the ARM Institute, to uncover the impact of advanced robotics on Florida's manufacturing landscape.

Suzy Teele, a recent Florida transplant from Pittsburgh, shares her passion for advancing U.S. manufacturing through technology. The ARM Insti...

Fasten your seatbelts as our host, Tom Kindred, engages in a profound conversation with Mr. Jamal Sowell, President of Business Solutions at Indelible Solutions. From deep-rooted sixth-generation Floridian ties to Marine Corps service, and from being the former Florida Secretary of Commerce to CEO of Enterprise Florida, Jamal brings a wealth of experience and insights to our discussion.

Together, they delve into the challenges conf...

Join us for a special on-site episode at the 2023 Florida Chamber Future of Florida Forum, where Tom Kindred engages in a captivating conversation with Sheri Cheney Jones, the distinguished CEO and Founder of SureImpact. In this exclusive interview, Sheri, armed with a background in industrial and organizational psychology, shares her fascinating journey from aiding individuals with mental illness to revolutionizing the way nonprof...

Dive into the dynamic world of education and workforce development in this special episode of Small Biz Florida, recorded live at the 2023 Florida Chamber Foundation's Annual Future of Florida Forum. Join Tom Kindred as he engages in a revelatory conversation with the inspiring Lorri Benjamin, Director of Adult and Community Education for Brevard Public Schools.

Setting the stage for the conversation, Tom captures the essence of th...

Welcome to Small Biz Florida, the podcast dedicated to Florida's small business community, presented by the Florida SBDC Network. Today, we're live from the Florida Chamber's "Future of Florida Forum," exploring innovative solutions. Joining us is Maria Darby, COO at Dwyer Workforce Development, making a significant impact on healthcare workforce development.

Maria shares Dwyer's threefold vision: empowering underserved populations...

Today, we're at the forefront of innovation at the Florida Chamber's "Future of Florida Forum" in Orlando, exploring groundbreaking solutions. Joining us is Jim Marggraff, the CEO and Founder of Kibeam Learning.

Jim takes us on a captivating journey through his entrepreneurial career, starting with the creation of LeapFrog's iconic LeapPad. Fast forward to today, and Jim introduces us to Kibeam, a revolutionary tool designed to mak...

In this special episode of Small Biz Florida, we're coming to you live from the Florida Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders conference. Our focus is clear: assisting small business owners and operators in accessing the capital they need to start, grow, and expand their businesses. To guide us through this financial landscape, we have a distinguished guest, Mr. William A. Wilson, CCIM, CFP(R), Vice President & Business ...