“Music is the universal language of mankind.” Music has a way of bringing people together, and, for years, in St. Johns County, music lovers at the government level and in the community looked for ways to do that. With beautiful venues like The St. Augustine Amphitheatre and The Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, opportunities abound–but […]Read More
Community Content No one understands the power of big events better than the Ocean Center. Just 400 feet from the world-famous Daytona Beach, this premier arena and convention center hosts over 100 events annually. With a 42,000-square-foot arena seating 8,000 guests, a 93,000-square-foot exhibit hall, and an elegant ballroom, the facility is equipped to accommodate […]Read More
For more than four decades, Elite Hospitality has been a name synonymous with quality, vision and long-term investment along Florida’s northeast coast. At the helm is Manoj Bhoola, a second-generation hotelier who has strategically transformed the family business into an industry leader. From Ormond Beach to St. Augustine, Jacksonville Beach to Flagler Beach, Elite Hospitality […]Read More
Community Content Downtown Ormond Beach has been transformed in the last 30 years. Aging, historic buildings have been restored to their unique grandeur — housing locally-owned restaurants, boutiques and shops, art galleries, museums, businesses and offices. Landscaped medians and crosswalks have been added to Granada Boulevard, the main corridor through the heart of town, helping […]Read More
Choosing a career path—and the financial investment that comes with it—can be daunting. Students need assurance that their education will lead to in-demand careers, while businesses struggle to find qualified workers. Recognizing this, Daytona State College (DSC) and St. Johns River State College (SJRSC) have partnered with the local community to develop workforce programs that […]Read More
Millennial leaders are stepping up to make a significant impact on their communities. These professionals are redefining what it means to lead, bringing fresh perspectives and a steadfast commitment to their roles. EVOLVE Magazine takes this opportunity to shine a light on some inspiring Millennial leaders who are not only excelling in their respective fields […]Read More
The Daytona Aquarium and Rainforest Adventure is making a splash in Volusia County! But when you think of an aquarium, you think of big animals, and that requires a big footprint. Luckily, the business didn’t have to start from scratch. Instead, they used a practice the real estate industry calls adaptive reuse. Rather than build […]Read More
As recently as Q4 of 2023, the dining industry continues to cope with workforce stability challenges. The high demand for food delivery has also necessitated adaptation from restaurateurs. Evolve Magazine checked in with a few First Coast restaurants to discern what has helped them adjust to unique demands and staffing trends. Treylor Park is a […]Read More
It’s two letters that have been getting a lot of attention lately: AI. AI, or artificial intelligence, is a broad term that refers to machines or computer systems performing tasks that normally require human intelligence. Think reasoning, learning, understanding language, recognizing images and solving problems. It’s used in health care, education, entertainment, finance, agriculture and […]Read More
While the rich history of the First Coast is what draws many visitors to the area, leaders in the tourism industry are looking to the future to help promote the past. Artificial Intelligence is a topic that has garnered an increasing amount of attention across all types of industries. And if its leaders have their […]Read More
