In Florida, career and technical education (CTE) programs are a game changer, offering students an essential pathway to rewarding careers that don’t always require a four-year college degree. As the state continues to evolve with a growing demand for skilled workers in fields ranging from healthcare and education to construction and manufacturing, CTE programs provide […]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
With spring break coming up, a spate of graduations won’t be far behind, and with that, a new wave of job seekers. For many Deaf and Blind students, these milestones have often been met with difficulties. But across the region, there are shining examples of education and career paths that help open many doors. Specialized […]Read More
In the late 1930s, America was still reeling from the effects of the Great Depression, including the small town of Fernandina Beach. The local shrimping industry was drying up, and the area had yet to become a thriving resort destination. The mayor sought out industries to come and establish themselves; Rayonier, Inc., the predecessor of […]Read More
For over 30 years, Rulon International has been the leading manufacturer of wood ceiling and acoustical wood wall panels. Renowned globally for its aesthetic appeal and superior quality, Rulon crafts its signature pieces at its World Golf Village complex in St. Johns County. Originally based in Pennsylvania, Wayne Robison, president and CEO of Rulon, relocated […]Read More
A look at the road ahead for local manufacturing By 2033, there will be 3.8 million new manufacturing positions, according to the National Association of Manufacturers. Nationally, the industry has struggled to fill jobs. This is why key efforts by local organizations such as VMA, First Coast Manufacturers Association and the Nassau County Economic Development […]Read More
How one Jax-based company responds faster than any other remote auto service techs After a car accident, most drivers want their car out of the repair shop as fast as possible. With four to six times the amount of computer code as an F-35 jet pilot, it’s no surprise why repairs take so long on […]Read More
While the realignment underway in college football has garnered a lot of attention, the snack foods industry has been engaged in a feverish ballet of mergers and acquisitions for the past few years. Fueled in part by a pandemic boost in comfort food sales, several industry stalwarts have been actively shopping for new brands to […]Read More
[wp_ulike style=”wp-ulike-pro-default”] If he could, Kevin Mount would ride his eBike everywhere. As the founder of Flaunt Electric Vehicles, a manufacturer and retailer of electric bikes, he would love for all Floridians to own an electric bike. One of the biggest benefits of using an eBike is what he sees from his Flagler Avenue shop […]Read More
[wp_ulike style=”wp-ulike-pro-default”] The global space economy revenue is expected to exceed 400 billion dollars in 2023, with segments ranging from TV, radio and broadband services to satellite and earth observation services. And where the government was previously the primary player in space efforts, commercial and private entities are rapidly growing, increasing access to the field. […]Read More
