Legoland Expansion Set To Build Up Polk County’s Tourism Pull

“The Lego Movie” World has opened at Legoland Florida, representing its largest expansion since the theme park came online in Central Florida in 2011.  Legoland Florida’s third accommodation, the Pirate Island Hotel, is under construction and set to open about a year from now, adding 150 rooms to the 318 Legoland offers. With Legoland situated … Read more

Veteran Technology Executive Joins Source 1 Solutions

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Sean Parkinson, a seasoned veteran in the executive level technology space, has joined Source 1 Solutions, based in Clearwater. Parkinson, previously in retirement, spent his career working for international companies like Siemens, Vodafone, T-Systems, and Orange Business Services. As a global technology executive, he led geographically dispersed business development and production teams in France, the … Read more

5 Must-Haves for Your Website in 2019

Ever-evolving technology, increasing demands and expectations of consumers and the ongoing competitive digital environment are the major reasons businesses should invest in an optimal website. For a business website to compete and convert successfully in 2019, essential features and functionalities must be up-to-date, if not ahead of the game. If your website is more than … Read more

Win, Place & Show Off Your Derby Style

On May 4, more than 100,000 spectators will gather at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, donning their best fascinators, bow ties, seersucker suits and larger-than-life hats for “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports” at the 145th Kentucky Derby. If you can’t make the trip north this year, here’s how you can host a fabulous … Read more

Council Oak’s Wine-Pairing Dinners

If you haven’t visited Council Oak Steaks & Seafood at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino yet, you’re missing out. One great way to get that exclusive, chef-inspired, experience is to visit during one of their hosted wine pairing dinners. Everything from the décor to the music is on brand and luxurious. The intimate … Read more

Janet Echelman’s Bending Arc

Janet Echelman, renowned across the globe for her aerial net sculptures, has finished her design of a new installation in the St. Petersburg Pier District. Her sculptures are known for transforming open spaces and creating inviting places where people can relax, reflect and enjoy nature. Her installations have appeared around the world. Among them: the … Read more

TD Bank names commercial market president for Central Florida

Peter Meyer has been named TD Bank market president—commercial for Central Florida. In his new role, Meyer will be responsible for the strategic growth and oversight of all commercial and small business banking activities in the metro Orlando and Tampa regions. He will be reporting to Nick Miceli, TD Bank’s regional president of Florida, and … Read more

New Building at Sunset Pointe

At Sunset Pointe at Collany Key, in Tierra Verde, Building 4 has broken ground. The development will have four buildings upon completion. Buildings 1 and 2 are sold out. Building 3 is under construction. The gated waterfront community, on a deed-restricted island, provides expansive waterfront views within a natural setting.