Florida Business Minds

The Florida Business Journals
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Florida Business Minds

Florida Business Minds is a weekly podcast focused on the top business leaders in our state. Each week, we profile executives from across the state, rotating between the Tampa Bay, South Florida, Orlando and Jacksonville markets. Florida Business Minds is proudly presented by The Business Journals of Florida and sponsored by Peoples Gas.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Orlando: GO Sports CEO Jason Siegel Reports on the Business of Sports in Orlando

    Known for theme parks & tourism, Orlando is also growing its reputation as a mecca for major sporting events. In this download, OBJ Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao connects with Greater Orlando Sports Commission President & CEO Jason Siegel, who shares the team effort behind the success, and what the future holds for more big events.

    33 min

  2. DEC 10

    South Florida: United Way Miami President & CEO Symeria Hudson the Impact of Giving

    With the holiday season upon us, SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez welcomes United Way Miami President and CEO Symeria Hudson to share her organization's impact, the needs of many across the area, and challenges in the year ahead.

    17 min

  3. DEC 3

    Tampa Bay: THEA CEO Greg Slater on Traffic Management Lessons That Apply Statewide

    Traffic congestion is relative, but that's no consolation for Florida residents who are adjusting to a pandemic-influx of new residents and now, the post-pandemic surge in return-to-office traffic. In this timely download, TBBJ Editor Alexis Muellner calls on Greg Slater, CEO of the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority, for his insight and past experience in traffic-clogged Maryland.

    27 min

  4. NOV 26

    Jacksonville: BHRS Companies Founder Brandon Hurd's Optimistic Outlook for 2025

    Higher interest rates killed many projects and stalled others, slowing Florida's fast-paced growth for the past two years. In this download, JBJ Editor-in-Chief James Cannon invites BHRS Companies Founder Brandon Hurd to share why he's cautiously optimistic about the year ahead, and where he sees opportunity for growth.

    23 min

  5. NOV 19

    Orlando: Justin Williams Returns to Lead the Luxurious and Artistic Alfond Inn

    No stranger to the Orlando-area, Justin Williams returns from Atlanta to lead Winter Park's award-winning boutique hotel, The Alfond Inn. In this engaging episode, OBJ Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao features Williams, who in addition to leading The Alfond Inn, is active in the community as a mentor to the next generation of leaders.

    22 min

  6. NOV 12

    South Florida: Melissa Medina and the Impact of eMerge Americas on Florida's Tech Scene

    Founded in 2014, the eMerge Americas global tech conference set the stage for what has become a fast-growing tech scene. Is South Florida, and on a larger scale the Sunshine State, set to become the next Silicon Valley? And what's the outlook for 2025 and beyond? In this episode, eMerge Co-Founder, CEO & President Melissa Medina joins SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez to share her vision for the state and the impact of artificial intelligence.

    16 min

  7. NOV 5

    Tampa Bay: Lynnette Clinton Rejoins BayCare Health System the Day Before Hurricane Helene

    Lynnette Clinton is thrilled to be back as the Chief Information Officer at BayCare Health System, in spite of the circumstances. In this episode, TBBJ Editor Alexis Muellner invites Clinton to share her career journey, and why she returned to lead the IT team at BayCare.

    19 min

  8. OCT 29

    Orlando: Central Florida's Oldest Theme Park Celebrates 75 Years of Family Entertainment

    When hurricanes roll through Florida, the Gatorland team isn't worried about their gators and crocs escaping. They're actually more concerned about renegade reptiles attempting to get into the park- that's how good life is at Gatorland. In this entertaining episode, OBJ Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao chats with Gatorland CEO Mark McHugh, who shares the success of this family business that dates back to 1949.

    28 min
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About

Florida Business Minds is a weekly podcast focused on the top business leaders in our state. Each week, we profile executives from across the state, rotating between the Tampa Bay, South Florida, Orlando and Jacksonville markets. Florida Business Minds is proudly presented by The Business Journals of Florida and sponsored by Peoples Gas.

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  • Creator
    The Florida Business Journals
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    129
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Florida Business Minds
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