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FloridaWest EDA joins with The Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce, CareerSource Escarosa, The Gulf Coast Minority Chamber of Commerce and The Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce for “Re-Employ Escarosa”

by FloridaWest News

| August 12, 2020

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COVID19, News

In an effort to connect citizens of Escambia and Santa Rosa counties with employment opportunities and assist in the recovery of area businesses, FloridaWest has joined with our partners at The Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce, CareerSource Escarosa, The Gulf Coast Minority Chamber of Commerce and The Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce for “Re-Employ Escarosa,” a … Read more

Pensacola: A natural pick for U.S. Space Command

by FloridaWest News

| August 11, 2020

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News, Space

photo courtesy of NASA When Astronaut and Space Dad, Doug Hurley set foot back on terra firma in Pensacola this weekend, it wasn’t for the first time. Like so many other astronauts before him, including seven of the men who would later walk on the moon, Hurley had trained for his Naval Aviation Career here … Read more

According to Tripadvisor, Pensacola Beach is the #4 beach in the country!

by FloridaWest News

| July 29, 2020

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News, Success Stories

With our sugar sands Pensacola Beach is the #4 beach in the country! Just another reason that Northwest Florida is the quintessential business location for employees to live, work and play. View our ranking on Tripadvisor here:

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Approval of $75 Million Coronavirus Relief Fund Dollars for Property Owners, Renters and Homeowners Affected by COVID-19

by FloridaWest News

| July 20, 2020

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COVID19, News

Apopka, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Florida Housing Finance Corporation (Florida Housing) Board of Directors unanimously approved the release of $75 million to local governments to assist Floridians in need of rental and mortgage assistance due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), Governor … Read more

Community Testing for 7.1.20

by FloridaWest News

| June 30, 2020

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COVID19

Do you have employees that need COVID-19 testing? Community Health of Northwest Florida will be conducting drive-up testing this Wednesday, July 1st at their location at 2315 W Jackson St, Pensacola, FL 32505 from 9:00 AM until noon. If you are symptomatic for COVID-19, you can go to the Walk-in Care at 14 W. Jordan … Read more

CareerSource ESCAROSA is Here to Help

by FloridaWest News

| June 30, 2020

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COVID19

Whether your Company or Business needs assistance with recruitment, candidate pre-screening testing, employee training, labor market information, employer tax incentives or outplacement services, we have the tools to help maximize your company’s success. https://careersourceescarosa.com/employers CareerSource Escarosa is now accepting new applicants / students for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program. https://careersourceescarosa.com/programs/wioa

The Spring Entrepreneur Hub Black-Owned Small Business Microgrant Program

by FloridaWest News

| June 18, 2020

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COVID19

To continue to help our local businesses thrive and grow during unprecedented times, The Spring Entrepreneur Hub is launching it’s Black-Owned Small Business Microgrant Program. It will provide grants totaling $50,000 to eligible Black-Owned small businesses in Escambia County. Apply Now Each microgrant will provide a minimum of $1,500 per business. While all black-owned companies are eligible … Read more

Remote Work Presents Opportunity for the CyberCoast

by FloridaWest News

| June 18, 2020

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News

COVID-19 has caused a global shift; How does Pensacola position itself for the new dynamic? Though the COVID-19 Pandemic has presented challenges for business worldwide, this is an unprecedented opportunity for us here in the Greater Pensacola area. Though the pandemic has been difficult for businesses, in any crisis there are opportunities to emerge even … Read more

Area Development’s Silver Shovel Awards Recognize 2019 State and Local Economic Development Efforts including ST Engineering Aerospace Airport Expansion

by FloridaWest News

| June 16, 2020

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News

Area Development, the leading publication covering site selection and facility planning, recently recognized 17 states with its Gold & Silver Shovel awards. Silver Shovel winner Florida celebrated several projects in 2019, most notably the expansion at ST Engineering Aerospace (VTMAE) at the Pensacola International Airport, a project tallying more than 1,300 new jobs. While the … Read more

Clearstream Communication Software Pivots Back to Pensacola!

by FloridaWest News

| June 15, 2020

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News

Clearstream, a communication software company and former Co:Lab tenant has brought their company back to Pensacola after pivoting and refocusing their business during a 4-year stint in New York City. Founded in 2010 by Michael Lepinay and Trevor Gehman, Clearstream has concentrated their efforts to provide communication tools specifically for churches. “We knew we wanted … Read more