Polk State College has received a $2.8 million Job Growth Grant. With this grant, they will start a much-needed welding program and enhance its Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining Program. FloridaCommerce awarded five colleges Florida Job Growth Grants so that they can expand training in advanced manufacturing and industrial trades. This, in turn, helps to […]
Since it was started six years ago by Logistics Plus, National Logistics Day has played an important role in showing appreciation for those who keep the national and global economies moving. Now observed annually on June 28, the day shows appreciation for those in the all-important logistics industry. Estimates show more than 9 million people […]
Summit Real Estate Group’s strategic push into high-growth areas led to its move into Polk County, where it’s launched one logistics center and has expectations to keep building. Since its founding in 1995, Summit Real Estate Group has grown into a leading commercial real estate investment, development, and operating firm. The company has acquired and […]
Emily Rogers Consulting + Coaching is excited to announce that enrollment is now open for the highly anticipated 2025 Legacy Leadership Program. This immersive 12-week program empowers forwardthinking leaders to clarify their leadership purpose, articulate their living legacy, and elevate their impact. Prepared for and published by Emily Rogers Consulting + Coaching. Dates, starting September […]
Like a great record, the luxurious Camp Margaritaville RV Resort in Auburndale keeps topping the charts, once again being named the No. 1 RV Luxury Resort by USA Today. It was the second time the camp has topped that list. The resort was founded by Randy Knapp, CEO of RLK Real Estate & Development, an […]
Six/Ten bills itself as “Winter Haven 2.0,” the source for leasing needs in Polk County’s second-largest city. It continues to invest in the future of the city it calls home. Led by Bud Strang, Kerry Wilson and Joseph Bogdahn, Six/Ten owns and manages 675,000 square feet of commercial property, according to its website. They have […]
Polk County’s long agricultural history remains a point of pride. But, today’s landowners are increasingly exploring new opportunities for growth and reinvestment. Traditional farming models are shifting due to technology, climate and market dynamics. Many are reimagining what the future of their land could look like – and CFDC is here to help offer opportunities. […]
A brand-new world beneath the surface officially opened to families today as SEA LIFE Florida celebrated its grand opening inside LEGOLAND® Florida Resort. This interactive, family-friendly Aquarium marks the first theme park under the sea and invites guests to dive into a fully immersive underwater experience designed especially with kids in mind. Prepared and published […]
Dealing with the effects of rapid growth is always on the mind of City of Mulberry City Manager Rick Johnson. But serving the residents of his southwestern Polk County municipality takes an even higher priority. “We hear a lot of folks are concerned about too much growth and too much traffic. There is increased car […]
Spherion Staffing, a U.S.-based staffing franchise, was honored across all three award categories. These categories are: Executive Search, Professional Search, and Temporary Staffing. Prepared and published by Spherion Staffing & Recruiting. Spherion Staffing and Recruiting (Spherion) announced today its recognition on Forbes’ 2025 list of America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms, produced in partnership with […]