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(BPT) - As part of their ongoing “Small Business Recovery Series” study, Block Advisors revealed that Black-owned small businesses have been disproportionately hit from the pandemic. Minority-owned businesses play a vital role in communities everywhere, and Block Advisors is committed to hel…
(NewsUSA) - The daunting number of jobs lost by women during the coronavirus pandemic is only the beginning of the story.
(NewsUSA) - Distribution and administration of vaccines to combat the COVID-19 virus continues to expand, but myths and disinformation about the vaccine and its safety and benefits persist.
(StatePoint) With unemployment rates nearly twice as high as their pre-pandemic levels reported in February 2020, the prospect of starting a new career after age 50 may seem unrealistic. However, industry experts say that it’s actually a great time for those in this age bracket to consider m…
(NewsUSA) - The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic will continue to impact the manufacturing industry in both the short and long term, but smart businesses will continue to adapt by understanding current trends and their impacts.
(StatePoint) With the roll-out of the vaccine taking place slowly, it may be awhile longer before life returns completely to normal. However, if you have been working remotely, it may be a good idea to reincorporate some of the elements of your regular routine into your schedule now.
(StatePoint) More than 12 million people are currently employed in tech-related occupations in the U.S., either as information technology (IT) professionals or employees of technology companies. Yet employer demand for tech workers is still strong in many markets and industries, including te…
(NewsUSA) - Celebrations of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Black History Month often prompt consideration of the United States' diversity and the many contributions made by people of different races and ethnicities. These occasions also provide opportunities for communities, organi…
(NewsUSA) - The arrival of the new year means new decisions for students planning their futures. Although the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has thrown many students' career plans for a loop, the increased time at home allows students and parents to reflect and explore opportunities they might no…
(NewsUSA) - The market for cannabidiol (CBD) products continues to expand worldwide, but not all products are created equal. Nanotechnology, the science of subatomic particles, is revolutionizing many areas of health and medicine. Pure Craft CBD, a southern California-based company, has harn…
(BPT) - Last year, record-breaking imports of Avocados From Mexico contributed a whopping $4 billion to the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP), generating $6.5 billion in U.S. economic output.
(StatePoint Media) Confidence is a great thing. It can make people more open to learning new skills, pursuing new opportunities and living new experiences. When it comes to career choices, confidence, or rather a lack of it, can keep qualified and motivated individuals from even considering …
(BPT) - By Tori Guttierez, Cetera Investors
(StatePoint) If you have an interest in innovation, a passion for helping people and the confidence to let your creativity shine, there are exciting and rewarding career opportunities available to you in technology in almost every industry. From supporting the development of critical vaccine…
(NewsUSA) - In the wake of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, many people are looking to cut costs and better manage expenses. Some may view financial planners as an unnecessary expense, but in reality, a smart relationship with an experienced financial planner will save you money in the short- …
(StatePoint) Considering a career change? You’re in good company -- 18 percent of the deskless workforce who had a job during COVID-19 plan to leave for better benefits or job security, according to a recent survey by Quinyx.
(BPT) - There has been a dramatic shift in the global supply chain since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Millions of new consumers have flocked to e-commerce websites to purchase everything from groceries and clothes to cleaning products and dog food. With this increased demand, busi…
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(NewsUSA) -The 'father' of fantasy sports league management has teamed up with the renowned American economist and "The End of Money" author to create what could become the hottest and largest addition of the multi-billion dollar Daily Fantasy Sports industry.
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(NewsUSA) - The financial planning profession is among many fields that recognize the value of increased diversity and inclusion in its ranks. The CFP Board Center for Financial Planning, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting professional standards in personal financial planning, …
(NewsUSA) - Veterans eligible for Medicare can maximize healthcare coverage in 2021 by choosing a Medicare Advantage plan that can complement Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits. When you start researching plan options between now and the December 7 Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan A…
(StatePoint) If you’ve been working remotely for months, you’re likely long overdue for a home office upgrade. Having the right tools can make working from home easier and less stressful.
(NewsUSA) - Research repeatedly shows that a diverse workforce is good for business. Employees' varied backgrounds and perspectives help companies propel innovation, attract new customers, and drive higher profits. But workforce diversity also has an important impact on a business' customers.
(BPT) - Many U.S. businesses have been idling since the first quarter of this year — they’re still running, but due to closings, reduced demand and an atmosphere of uncertainty, they haven’t gained the traction they had originally planned or projected to experience this year.
(NewsUSA) - Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, or perhaps because of it, now more than ever consumers want to plan for a stable financial future, which means increased demand for qualified financial professionals.
(StatePoint) The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed how business gets done. And when it comes to midsized and small businesses, the importance of investing in new technology, facilitating remote work and maintaining a tech-savvy workforce has never been so clear, according to a new survey.
(StatePoint) Amid the historic coronavirus pandemic, businesses are adapting by making major changes to their operations, including increased use of technology, according to the latest PNC semi-annual survey of small and mid-size business owners and executives, which concluded Sept. 8.
(StatePoint) It’s been a challenging year for small businesses, with local shutdowns requiring many operations to close their doors, some temporarily, all while weathering the ripple effects of a global economic downturn.
(StatePoint) As advocates continue to put gender equity under a microscope and some progress has been made, there’s still a long way to go. The income gap between men and women has yet to be closed, and while employers have a huge role to play in creating a level playing field, many women co…
We say the heart and soul of the Key Biscayne Woman’s Club is the granting of scholarships, an annual tradition of over 50 years.
Approximately 100 protestors set out in a walk from Virginia Key Beach to the Miami Seaquarium Saturday May 11 starting at 10am Mother’s Day weekend for an “Empty the Tanks” and Dolphin Protection Project international event that slowed traffic along Rickenbacker Causeway.
The recent bike rack installation at MAST Academy was an important component to our U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Application which includes a category for alternative transportation and health and wellness for students. We know there is a biking culture in Key Biscayne as demons…
Mermaids walk Crandon Park Beach promenade, volunteers work bay and beach clean-up, while the band plays on at Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center’s “EarthStravaganza!”
Lessons in gratitude, resiliency, and the joy of lollipops
When Super Bowl 54 comes to Miami in 2020, members of the Miami Host Committee say they are committed to leaving a positive environmental legacy on South Florida. On Earth Day the 2020 Super Bowl Host Committee launched the Super Bowl LIV Environmental Initiative, Ocean to Everglades (O2E).
The Miami Open began its newest incarnation at the Hard Rock Stadium leaving behind Key Biscayne and more than 30 years of memories as fans, players, and officials alike reflected on a South Florida sports spectacular.
I've lived on the island for 40 years. I got married in Key Biscayne to John Greeven 37 years ago. We met in my own backyard at a party I hosted in South Miami at the time. He was just a nice gentlemen.
Four Generations of iconic key women: Matriarch Joan McCaughan takes life in stride…day by day
Island Chic can be found at one of Key Biscayne’s newest businesses, Neo Nail Bar.
While the Key Biscayne Fire Department and Miami Dade County Air Rescue were conducting pre-Ultra emergency drills at the Crandon Park track last Friday afternoon, a call came in about a suspected fire on the 600 block of North Mashta Drive where smoke was showing outside a two story residence.
Key Biscayne will have one degree of separation with Oscar at the Dolby Theater’s 91st Annual Academy Awards Ceremony in Los Angeles on Sunday night.
The sun played hide and seek on a recent late Thursday morning at Bill Baggs but there was a steady enough breeze to alight the flight of a simple kite made of recycled former pages from the Islander News.
Imagine: Two neighbors sit in a small boat on the ocean. There is a hole in the boat. As the water creeps up to their necks they continue arguing about who should fix the hole. Each believing the other is closer to it.
All the residents of Key Biscayne know that in 1991 our community became a self-governed municipality in Miami Dade County. It was the beginning of our respect for constitutional principles for our community that we embraced to give high quality to our local government.
Last week, the Underground Utilities Task Force announced that they were ready to go public with their recommendations for how the project should be funded and implemented. They have worked very diligently on this and have asked for a workshop to better inform the council and public of what …
Council member Ignacio Segurola made time on the holiday weekend to answer questions presented to the village from Islander News regarding the undergrounding of utilities to be addressed at the 6pm workshop on February 19th in Council Chambers. As a former task force member and current liais…
