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The FL SUN Alachua Solar Co-op Selection Committee has selected Gainesville-based Power Production Management, Inc.’s (PPM) bid to install solar panels for Cooperative members. The Committee chose PPM over 11 other firms. through a competitive bidding process. Michael Collins, PPM Market Analyst/Sales, states that they are very excited and humbled to be the solar contractor...

James Moore & Company (James Moore) has been given the 2017 Top Wealth Advisory Firm award from HK Financial Services (HKFS). James Moore was selected in recognition of its commitment and dedication to its clients.   Involving a CPA firm in the wealth management discussion brings a tax planning perspective to the discussion, resulting in...

Erika Tonnelier, of do-it-yourself art studio Corks & Colors Studio on 3415 W University Ave., has owned the seven-year-old business since July of 2016. While she cannot imagine working anywhere else, Gainesville-native Tonnelier did not always plan to run a small business. Tonnelier attended the University of Florida to study sociology and environmental sustainability. After...

A University of Florida Health orthopaedic surgeon is one of two nationally to perform the first computer-assisted shoulder replacement surgery in the U.S. using a new technology allowing live navigation of the operative site. The technology, ExactechGPS Total Shoulder Application, provides the surgeon with a real-time 3-D computer model of a patient’s shoulder during surgery....

There has been no better time than now to be a woman in business. It is no secret that women entrepreneurs are crushing it when it comes to starting businesses. Yet, for all of their enthusiasm and passion, they still lag when it comes to critical indicators for long-term success. While there are many societal...

Online marketplace and hospitality service, Airbnb, recently released data indicating the meaningful economic impact of home sharing during major college commencement ceremonies throughout Florida. For graduation weekends throughout the state, local Airbnb host communities expanded lodging capacity and offered affordable rates for visiting families and loved ones. With hotels often selling out due to the...

The Business Report recently met up with Anita Anantharam, MBA, PhD to find out more about LeaderLync, a business she launched in order to better allow college students to develop, track, and demonstrate the skills needed to ensure their professional success.   TBR: In layman’s terms for those who do not yet know about LeaderLync,...

The Business Report recently met up with Anita Anantharam, MBA, PhD to find out more about LeaderLync, a business she launched in order to better allow college students to develop, track, and demonstrate the skills needed to ensure their professional success. TBR: In layman’s terms for those who do not yet know about LeaderLync, will...

After almost 10 years supporting and leading GAIN (Gainesville Area Innovation Network), Lee May will be leaving GAIN at the end of June to begin an international “Eat, Pray, Love” expedition. Lee was instrumental in GAIN’s operations and growth, and will be missed as GAIN’s Executive Director and as a member of GAIN’s Board of...

Individuals typically do business with people that they know, like, and trust. This axiom was proven to me during my time working as a business development professional in the construction industry. This principal is played out each and every day on social media platforms. Employees want to work for an organization that is ethical, has...