ORLANDO, Fla, --- MyEduLife, headquartered in the Central Florida Research Park near the University of Central Florida campus, was recently selected to provide a customized, multi-phase data governance initiative. The effort will help improve Baruch College’s data management infrastructure by connecting the dots between disparate systems within the New York college’s data environment.
Dr. Mark Mooney, co-founder of MyEduLife said his firm is working with Arthur Downing, chief information officer at Baruch College, to automate Baruch’s data management activities and create transparency, accountability and cost controls.
“MyEduLife provides software suites that can align programs including admissions, student records, financials and residential life among the tens to hundreds of other programs universities typically use to assist with decision making and forecasting,” Dr. Mooney explained.
“Being able to integrate data from a variety of fragmented systems gives the administration an unprecedented ability to truly know what is happening within the college. It allows them to have all the relevant data to fully see trends and patterns, have a much more complete picture much faster, and make much more informed decisions. The cost savings that can result will more than pay for the software in a short period of time.”
Colleges and universities were among the first institutions to adopt data management procedures, Dr. Mooney said. Typically, large institutions incorporated data management systems on a piecemeal basis, one department or division at a time.
After more than two decades of upgrading and innovation, universities typically employ a wide range of different data processing systems.
“Data governance is a growing concern in large institutions and MyEduLife has developed an excellent solution that can link all the disparate entities together securely,” Dr. Mooney said.
Founded in 2009, MyEduLife provides a suite of software applications that address the specific problem of data governance for educational institutions.
MyEduLife is a client of the UCF Business Incubation Program in the Central Florida Research Park in east Orange County.
About the UCF Business Incubation Program:
Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 200 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $200 million in annual total economic output and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu and UCFBIP on Facebook.
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Growing Synergy, LLC, aims to Connect Local Ranchers / Farmers with Restaurants, Hotels, Chefs Who Want Fresher, Healthier Fare
ST. CLOUD, Fla. --- Growing Synergy, LLC is a brand new company with a noble mission: to connect quality-minded Central Florida restaurants, hotels and chefs in Orlando, Tampa and South Florida with local food growers who offer fresher, healthier beef, lamb, veal, poultry, dairy and eggs.
It’s all part of the growing “locavore” movement that shortens the distance between farm and table and results in foods that are fresher, healthier and require less energy to process, transport and produce, says Trish Strawn, co-founder and partner of Growing Synergy.
Strawn’s roots in the Florida cattle industry go back to the 19th century. She was raised around her family’s Deep Creek Ranch in West Volusia County, which raises Angus and South Poll cattle and Katahdin sheep. Long an advocate of locally grown foods, Strawn teamed up with Rebecca Reis-Miller as founder of Slow Food Orlando, to launch Growing Synergy at the UCF Business Incubator in St. Cloud.
“Demand for locally grown foods in rapidly expanding and growing. Synergy provides the distribution link to connect small Florida farms with Florida restaurants, hotels, and chefs, Strawn said.
Growing Synergy will focus on farm-raised proteins —typically the most expensive items on a menu —and hopes to expand eventually to include farm products produce and even specialty products such as cheeses, herbs and wines, Strawn added.
“We’re focusing on the area where we can have the biggest impact,” said Reis-Miller.
“The giant food processors aren’t going to go away and processed food will remain the largest part of the American diet,” she said, “But there is a large and growing demand for more sustainable foods that don’t require so much energy to produce, process, store, and truck to market.”
And there are big gaps in America’s food production chain, Reis-Miller added.
“If we can reduce the steps that go into food production and distribution, we can make food at the grocery store — and on the restaurant table — fresher, healthier and better for the world,” she explained.
About the UCF Business Incubation Program - Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 200 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $200 million in annual total economic output and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu and UCFBIP on Facebook.
It’s all part of the growing “locavore” movement that shortens the distance between farm and table and results in foods that are fresher, healthier and require less energy to process, transport and produce, says Trish Strawn, co-founder and partner of Growing Synergy.
Strawn’s roots in the Florida cattle industry go back to the 19th century. She was raised around her family’s Deep Creek Ranch in West Volusia County, which raises Angus and South Poll cattle and Katahdin sheep. Long an advocate of locally grown foods, Strawn teamed up with Rebecca Reis-Miller as founder of Slow Food Orlando, to launch Growing Synergy at the UCF Business Incubator in St. Cloud.
“Demand for locally grown foods in rapidly expanding and growing. Synergy provides the distribution link to connect small Florida farms with Florida restaurants, hotels, and chefs, Strawn said.
Growing Synergy will focus on farm-raised proteins —typically the most expensive items on a menu —and hopes to expand eventually to include farm products produce and even specialty products such as cheeses, herbs and wines, Strawn added.
“We’re focusing on the area where we can have the biggest impact,” said Reis-Miller.
“The giant food processors aren’t going to go away and processed food will remain the largest part of the American diet,” she said, “But there is a large and growing demand for more sustainable foods that don’t require so much energy to produce, process, store, and truck to market.”
And there are big gaps in America’s food production chain, Reis-Miller added.
“If we can reduce the steps that go into food production and distribution, we can make food at the grocery store — and on the restaurant table — fresher, healthier and better for the world,” she explained.
About the UCF Business Incubation Program - Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 200 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $200 million in annual total economic output and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu and UCFBIP on Facebook.
Hendricks & Partners Negotiates sale of apartment properties in Winter Springs, Largo that total more than $30 million
ORLANDO / TAMPA, Fla. --- Hendricks & Partners, which ranks as one of the largest and most active multi-family investment banking and research companies in the U.S., recently negotiated the sale of apartment properties in Largo in Pinellas County and Winter Springs in Seminole County that totaled $30.6 million.
Cole Whitaker, partner and director of the Southeast Division of Hendricks & Partners in Orlando and Associate Partner Hal Warren negotiated the sales.
The Hendricks & Partners team negotiated the sale of Waterchase, a gated apartment community located at 401 Rosery Rd. N.E. in Largo for $14,750,000. Whitaker and Warren represented the seller, Largo Westmarc Limited Partnership.
Westdale Investment Partners, LLC acquired the 278-unit property, which was built in 1969 and renovated in 2003 on an 18.3 acre site. Three swimming pools and fitness center are among the amenities on the property.
Whitaker and Warren negotiated the sale of Chatham Pines, 1020 Chatham Cr. in Winter Springs for $15,850,000 representing the seller Chatham Pines Apartments, LLC.
Seminole-Winter Springs Associates, LLC acquired the 208-unit property, built in 1992 and renovated in 2007 on its 20.6 acre site. Amenities included a resort-style pool, fitness and business centers and children’s playground.
Cole Whitaker, partner and director of the Southeast Division of Hendricks & Partners in Orlando and Associate Partner Hal Warren negotiated the sales.
The Hendricks & Partners team negotiated the sale of Waterchase, a gated apartment community located at 401 Rosery Rd. N.E. in Largo for $14,750,000. Whitaker and Warren represented the seller, Largo Westmarc Limited Partnership.
Westdale Investment Partners, LLC acquired the 278-unit property, which was built in 1969 and renovated in 2003 on an 18.3 acre site. Three swimming pools and fitness center are among the amenities on the property.
Whitaker and Warren negotiated the sale of Chatham Pines, 1020 Chatham Cr. in Winter Springs for $15,850,000 representing the seller Chatham Pines Apartments, LLC.
Seminole-Winter Springs Associates, LLC acquired the 208-unit property, built in 1992 and renovated in 2007 on its 20.6 acre site. Amenities included a resort-style pool, fitness and business centers and children’s playground.
First Green Bank “Grand Green Opening” to unveil 1.25 percent, 24 month Hybrid Flex CD, 1.9 percent loans for Green Cars
MOUNT DORA, Fla. – When Lake County’s First Green Bank hosts its official grand opening Saturday, Feb 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. bank officials plan to showcase more than its new LEED Platinum certified 12,000 square foot headquarters facility at 18251 U.S. Hwy. 441 in Mount Dora.
Kenneth LaRoe, chairman and chief executive officer of First Green Bank, said First Green Bank is introducing special offers for bank customers, including 1.9 percent APR automobile loans on cars that rate higher than 30 mile per gallon fuel efficiency EPA combined minimum standard and a new 24 month Hybrid Flex CD that generates 1.25 percent average percentage yield (APY). These offers are effective starting Dec. 26.
LaRoe said the new 24 month Hybrid Flex CD is available to customers who open a new checking account.
The “Grand Green Opening Celebration” will include tours of the award winning facility that meets U.S. Green Building Council’s Platinum LEED standards for energy efficiency, environmental quality and durability.
LaRoe said bank employees are planning a host of other surprises at the First Green Bank opening event including an Audubon Society’s Birds of Prey Exhibit, the Lake County Sheriff’s Department Mounted Posse, a live band, balloon artist, face painting for children and promotional giveaways as well as plenty of food and beverages.
Kenneth LaRoe, chairman and chief executive officer of First Green Bank, said First Green Bank is introducing special offers for bank customers, including 1.9 percent APR automobile loans on cars that rate higher than 30 mile per gallon fuel efficiency EPA combined minimum standard and a new 24 month Hybrid Flex CD that generates 1.25 percent average percentage yield (APY). These offers are effective starting Dec. 26.
LaRoe said the new 24 month Hybrid Flex CD is available to customers who open a new checking account.
The “Grand Green Opening Celebration” will include tours of the award winning facility that meets U.S. Green Building Council’s Platinum LEED standards for energy efficiency, environmental quality and durability.
LaRoe said bank employees are planning a host of other surprises at the First Green Bank opening event including an Audubon Society’s Birds of Prey Exhibit, the Lake County Sheriff’s Department Mounted Posse, a live band, balloon artist, face painting for children and promotional giveaways as well as plenty of food and beverages.
Legends Golf and Country Club raises more than $4,000 for co-worker undergoing treatment for breast cancer
CLERMONT, Fla. –Legends Golf and Country Club in Clermont recently hosted a golf tournament that raised more than $4,000 to benefit co-worker Linda Adelson, a server at Legends Grille and Tavern at Legends Golf and Country Club who is undergoing treatment for breast cancer.
Gene Garrote, president of Celebration Golf Management, which owns and operates Legends Golf and Country Club, said 40 Legends golfers entered the tourney, which featured hole sponsors and raffles.
“Linda Adelson is a very special person, and Legends is a very special golfing community,” Garrote said. “We have conducted many fundraisers at Celebration Golf Managements family of courses throughout Central Florida, but you never realize how important these events are until it hits close to home like this,” Garrote said.
Gene Garrote, president of Celebration Golf Management, which owns and operates Legends Golf and Country Club, said 40 Legends golfers entered the tourney, which featured hole sponsors and raffles.
“Linda Adelson is a very special person, and Legends is a very special golfing community,” Garrote said. “We have conducted many fundraisers at Celebration Golf Managements family of courses throughout Central Florida, but you never realize how important these events are until it hits close to home like this,” Garrote said.
ABD Development Company starts construction of $370,000 Portofino luxury model home at Heritage Green at Providence
DAVENPORT, Fla. – ABD Development Company has started construction of the 2,673 square foot Portofino model home at Heritage Green at Providence, just south of Orlando in Polk County.
David Kohn, president of ABD Development Company, which is developing the 1,800 acre Providence luxury golf course community, said the single story luxury home with four bedrooms and three baths, lanai and a two-car garage, will be priced at $370,000 when it opens for public tours in the spring.
David Kohn, president of ABD Development Company, which is developing the 1,800 acre Providence luxury golf course community, said the single story luxury home with four bedrooms and three baths, lanai and a two-car garage, will be priced at $370,000 when it opens for public tours in the spring.
Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, Appoints Bill Steward Senior Electrical Designer
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, Engineers & Planners LLC, based in Orlando’s Baldwin Park, recently appointed Bill Steward senior electrical designer.
Tina Kennedy, director of human resources at Cuhaci & Peterson, said Steward earned his Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Technology from ITT Technical Institute in Maitland.
Steward has more than 16 years of experience in electrical design.
Tina Kennedy, director of human resources at Cuhaci & Peterson, said Steward earned his Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Technology from ITT Technical Institute in Maitland.
Steward has more than 16 years of experience in electrical design.
Ashton Woods Homes opens three new ready-to-move-in homes at Reserve at Berkshire Park in Windermere
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Ashton Woods Homes recently opened three new ready-to-move-in homes at The Reserve at Berkshire Park, located off Overstreet Road and C.R. 535 in Windermere.
Michael Roche, vice president of sales and marketing for Ashton Woods Homes in the Orlando region, said the new four and five-bedroom single-family homes range in size from 2,066 square feet of living space to 3,518 square feet and are priced from $234,900.
Premium home sites at The Reserve at Berkshire Park front on conservation areas, community ponds or are oversized home sites.
Ashton Woods Homes is one of the nation’s largest private homebuilding companies, with operations in Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Raleigh, Dallas, Houston, Austin and Phoenix.
Visit www.ashtonwoodshomes.com.
Michael Roche, vice president of sales and marketing for Ashton Woods Homes in the Orlando region, said the new four and five-bedroom single-family homes range in size from 2,066 square feet of living space to 3,518 square feet and are priced from $234,900.
Premium home sites at The Reserve at Berkshire Park front on conservation areas, community ponds or are oversized home sites.
Ashton Woods Homes is one of the nation’s largest private homebuilding companies, with operations in Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Raleigh, Dallas, Houston, Austin and Phoenix.
Visit www.ashtonwoodshomes.com.
ICI Homes Starts Two Ready-To-Move-In Luxury Homes at Breakaway Trails in Ormond Beach
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- ICI Homes has started construction of two new ready-to-move-in luxury homes priced from the mid $200s at Breakaway Trails, located off Timber Creek Rd. and S.R. 40 in Ormond Beach.
Rosemary Messina, vice president of sales and marketing at ICI Homes, said the homes range in size from 1,843 square feet of living pace to 2,976 square feet with many of ICI Homes’ most popular designer features, including wood cabinets, granite counter tops and deluxe master baths.
The homes should be ready for move in by April.
Recently, ICI Homes opened the new Pimlico model home at Breakaway Trails with six bedrooms, five baths in 3,679 square feet of living space at a base price of $439,900.
Messina said 50 home sites remain for sale at Breakaway Trails and new single-family homes there are priced from the mid-$200s.
About ICI Homes
ICI Homes is ranked by Builder magazine as one of the top 100 homebuilders in the nation. The 32+-year-old firm builds new homes and resort facilities in the Volusia-Flagler region as well as in Jacksonville, Orlando, Melbourne and Tampa.
Rosemary Messina, vice president of sales and marketing at ICI Homes, said the homes range in size from 1,843 square feet of living pace to 2,976 square feet with many of ICI Homes’ most popular designer features, including wood cabinets, granite counter tops and deluxe master baths.
The homes should be ready for move in by April.
Recently, ICI Homes opened the new Pimlico model home at Breakaway Trails with six bedrooms, five baths in 3,679 square feet of living space at a base price of $439,900.
Messina said 50 home sites remain for sale at Breakaway Trails and new single-family homes there are priced from the mid-$200s.
About ICI Homes
ICI Homes is ranked by Builder magazine as one of the top 100 homebuilders in the nation. The 32+-year-old firm builds new homes and resort facilities in the Volusia-Flagler region as well as in Jacksonville, Orlando, Melbourne and Tampa.
Former Northerners like Being Able to Choose Between a Revved-up or Relaxed Lifestyle at Del Webb Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. – When Bob and Beth Hofmann first visited the Del Webb Orlando community nearly four years ago they had an idea that living there would be dramatically different from their small Milwaukee suburb of Wauwatosa, Wis. But, not just because of the lack of snow in Central Florida.
“We were first attracted to the community because it was new,” Bob Hofmann said. “Because of that, we thought it was more likely to have younger residents with interests similar to ours.”
Hofmann was right.
“The best thing about living here is the people,” said Hofmann, 60, a retired Harley-Davidson motorcycle design engineer and former Mercury Marine employee, adding that during the 18 years that he and Beth lived near the often-frozen Menomonee River they only knew the first names of their neighbors.
Since moving to Del Webb Orlando, the two, who married 31 years ago, have met “many wonderful friends.”
Beth Hofmann, 53, a music therapist by training, previously worked in the healthcare industry, where she was a Director of Therapeutic Recreation and then moved into a position as Quality Assurance Director, before moving to Del Webb Orlando.
One of the things the two like about their home is that the community offers a lifestyle where you can be as busy as you want and pursue as many interests as you wish. Or not.
When the Hofmanns aren’t socializing with neighbors, they enjoy movies, plays, concerts and other cultural events, as well as traveling, cooking, reading and playing ping pong or pickle ball.
And with the numerous amenities in their community, many activities can be done without even leaving their home at Del Webb Orlando. Unless, that is, you consider riding through the community on a Harley-Davidson inspired golf cart leaving home.
Del Webb Orlando features world class health and wellness amenities that are all part of the lifestyle---an endless choice of recreational activities, pastimes, hobbies and events that are educational and entertaining and make life worth living. These are administered by a full time Lifestyle Director and Community Association Manager.
But, when the Hofmanns do want to get away, they do it often and in a big way. Living near Disney World and the cruise ports was another reason they selected Del Webb, as they often visit theme parks and love to cruise the high seas.
“Now that we’re retired, we go as often as we can, Hofmann said just days back from a Western Caribbean voyage that included ports of call in Labadee, Haiti, Jamaica, Grand Cayman and Cozumel.
Earlier in the year they cruised the Mexican Riviera, he said, stopping in Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallerta; took a Mediterranean cruise to France and Italy; and then made two transatlantic trips that toured the Azores, Barcelona, Gibraltar, Madeira, St. Maarten and Tortola.
Their second Mediterranean cruise included the company of eight of their neighbors…all of whom the Hofmanns know on much more than just a first-name basis.
Next year they have plans for several other cruises, including ones that sail around the Hawaiian Islands, the Eastern Caribbean and the New England and St. Lawrence Seaway areas. Who knows how many neighbors will join in those excursions.
Del Webb Orlando builds homes that range from one, two, three and four-bedroom designs with one-and-a-half to three baths, plus one-and-a-half or two-car garages with a variety of options and price points starting from the $120s.
About Del Webb
Del Webb, the pioneer of active adult retirement communities, is America’s leading builder of developments for people ages 55+. Since 1960, Del Webb has redefined retirement and retirement living by meeting the housing and lifestyle needs of the active Baby Boomer. Del Webb’s amenities and program offerings provide residents an engaging environment, which fulfills their creative, social, physical fitness and intellectual needs as they journey into the next chapter in their lives – whether it means retirement or still working. Del Webb has grown to more than 50 communities currently open for new home sales in 20 states. For more information on Del Webb, visit www.delwebb.com. To learn more about how to plan a smart future, check out financial tools at delwebb.com/value.
About PulteGroup
PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), based in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., is one of America’s largest home building companies with operations in approximately 60 markets throughout the country. Through its brand portfolio that includes Centex, Pulte Homes and Del Webb, the company is one of the industry’s most versatile homebuilders able to meet the needs of multiple buyer groups and respond to changing consumer demand. PulteGroup conducts extensive research to provide home buyers with innovative solutions and new homes designed for the way people actually live today. As the most awarded home builder in customer satisfaction, PulteGroup brands have consistently ranked among top home builders in third-party customer satisfaction studies.
For more information about PulteGroup, Inc. and PulteGroup brands, see pultegroup.com; www.pulte.com; www.centex.com; www.delwebb.com
“We were first attracted to the community because it was new,” Bob Hofmann said. “Because of that, we thought it was more likely to have younger residents with interests similar to ours.”
Hofmann was right.
“The best thing about living here is the people,” said Hofmann, 60, a retired Harley-Davidson motorcycle design engineer and former Mercury Marine employee, adding that during the 18 years that he and Beth lived near the often-frozen Menomonee River they only knew the first names of their neighbors.
Since moving to Del Webb Orlando, the two, who married 31 years ago, have met “many wonderful friends.”
Beth Hofmann, 53, a music therapist by training, previously worked in the healthcare industry, where she was a Director of Therapeutic Recreation and then moved into a position as Quality Assurance Director, before moving to Del Webb Orlando.
One of the things the two like about their home is that the community offers a lifestyle where you can be as busy as you want and pursue as many interests as you wish. Or not.
When the Hofmanns aren’t socializing with neighbors, they enjoy movies, plays, concerts and other cultural events, as well as traveling, cooking, reading and playing ping pong or pickle ball.
And with the numerous amenities in their community, many activities can be done without even leaving their home at Del Webb Orlando. Unless, that is, you consider riding through the community on a Harley-Davidson inspired golf cart leaving home.
Del Webb Orlando features world class health and wellness amenities that are all part of the lifestyle---an endless choice of recreational activities, pastimes, hobbies and events that are educational and entertaining and make life worth living. These are administered by a full time Lifestyle Director and Community Association Manager.
But, when the Hofmanns do want to get away, they do it often and in a big way. Living near Disney World and the cruise ports was another reason they selected Del Webb, as they often visit theme parks and love to cruise the high seas.
“Now that we’re retired, we go as often as we can, Hofmann said just days back from a Western Caribbean voyage that included ports of call in Labadee, Haiti, Jamaica, Grand Cayman and Cozumel.
Earlier in the year they cruised the Mexican Riviera, he said, stopping in Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallerta; took a Mediterranean cruise to France and Italy; and then made two transatlantic trips that toured the Azores, Barcelona, Gibraltar, Madeira, St. Maarten and Tortola.
Their second Mediterranean cruise included the company of eight of their neighbors…all of whom the Hofmanns know on much more than just a first-name basis.
Next year they have plans for several other cruises, including ones that sail around the Hawaiian Islands, the Eastern Caribbean and the New England and St. Lawrence Seaway areas. Who knows how many neighbors will join in those excursions.
Del Webb Orlando builds homes that range from one, two, three and four-bedroom designs with one-and-a-half to three baths, plus one-and-a-half or two-car garages with a variety of options and price points starting from the $120s.
About Del Webb
Del Webb, the pioneer of active adult retirement communities, is America’s leading builder of developments for people ages 55+. Since 1960, Del Webb has redefined retirement and retirement living by meeting the housing and lifestyle needs of the active Baby Boomer. Del Webb’s amenities and program offerings provide residents an engaging environment, which fulfills their creative, social, physical fitness and intellectual needs as they journey into the next chapter in their lives – whether it means retirement or still working. Del Webb has grown to more than 50 communities currently open for new home sales in 20 states. For more information on Del Webb, visit www.delwebb.com. To learn more about how to plan a smart future, check out financial tools at delwebb.com/value.
About PulteGroup
PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), based in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., is one of America’s largest home building companies with operations in approximately 60 markets throughout the country. Through its brand portfolio that includes Centex, Pulte Homes and Del Webb, the company is one of the industry’s most versatile homebuilders able to meet the needs of multiple buyer groups and respond to changing consumer demand. PulteGroup conducts extensive research to provide home buyers with innovative solutions and new homes designed for the way people actually live today. As the most awarded home builder in customer satisfaction, PulteGroup brands have consistently ranked among top home builders in third-party customer satisfaction studies.
For more information about PulteGroup, Inc. and PulteGroup brands, see pultegroup.com; www.pulte.com; www.centex.com; www.delwebb.com
Beazer Homes nearing completion of ready-to-move-in homes at Woodland Lakes Preserve in East Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Beazer Homes is building four ready-to-move-in homes that will be available in January at Woodland Lakes Preserve, located on Balsam Willow Trail off Curry Ford Road just south of Alafaya Trail in east Orlando.
Theresa Tilton, vice president of sales for Beazer Homes in Orlando, said the three to five bedroom homes range in size from 2,056 square feet of living space to 3,226 square feet starting at $224,990.
Theresa Tilton, vice president of sales for Beazer Homes in Orlando, said the three to five bedroom homes range in size from 2,056 square feet of living space to 3,226 square feet starting at $224,990.
NAI Realvest Negotiates new lease of 11,356 square feet where a new China Buffet will open -- Former Barnhill’s on S.R. 54 in New Port Richey
MAITLAND, Fla. - NAI Realvest recently negotiated a long term lease of the 11,356 square foot former Barnhill’s restaurant facility at 6301 S.R. 54 in New Port Richey, Fla.
Paul P. Partyka, principal and managing partner at NAI Realvest, negotiated the transaction representing the landlord, Eifers, Fla-based Silverton Financial Management Inc. c/o Riverpine, Inc.
The new tenant is J & K China Buffet, Inc. who was represented by Josephine Wang of Carlino Commercial Group.
It will be the second location for China Buffet when it is anticipated to open in March. The firm’s first restaurant is in Orange Park, outside of Jacksonville, Partyka said.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest in Orlando, covering all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
Paul P. Partyka, principal and managing partner at NAI Realvest, negotiated the transaction representing the landlord, Eifers, Fla-based Silverton Financial Management Inc. c/o Riverpine, Inc.
The new tenant is J & K China Buffet, Inc. who was represented by Josephine Wang of Carlino Commercial Group.
It will be the second location for China Buffet when it is anticipated to open in March. The firm’s first restaurant is in Orange Park, outside of Jacksonville, Partyka said.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest in Orlando, covering all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
NAI Realvest Negotiates Extension Lease for TLC Engineering for Architecture on N. Westshore Blvd. in Tampa
Orlando / Tampa, Fla. – NAI Realvest based in Maitland recently negotiated a new lease agreement for 8,240 square feet of Class A office space at 500 N. Westshore Blvd. in Tampa.
Paul P. Partyka, managing partner at NAI Realvest, negotiated the lease representing the tenant Orlando-based TLC Engineering for Architecture with an assist from Chairman George Livingston and Christie Alexander, principal.
“TLC Engineering, which has 10 offices throughout Florida plus Nashville and Dallas, extended its lease in the Tampa Bay market for another five years, as they feel very bullish about the Tampa market,” Partyka said.
TLC ranks among the most respected engineering firms in the nation, with a portfolio including projects in 46 states.
The landlord, 500 WS Owner LLC c/o Parkway Realty Services LLC of Jacksonville was represented in the transaction by Nancy Herz of Parkway Realty Services.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide through NAI Global, an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built their businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
Paul P. Partyka, managing partner at NAI Realvest, negotiated the lease representing the tenant Orlando-based TLC Engineering for Architecture with an assist from Chairman George Livingston and Christie Alexander, principal.
“TLC Engineering, which has 10 offices throughout Florida plus Nashville and Dallas, extended its lease in the Tampa Bay market for another five years, as they feel very bullish about the Tampa market,” Partyka said.
TLC ranks among the most respected engineering firms in the nation, with a portfolio including projects in 46 states.
The landlord, 500 WS Owner LLC c/o Parkway Realty Services LLC of Jacksonville was represented in the transaction by Nancy Herz of Parkway Realty Services.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide through NAI Global, an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built their businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
CommerCenters LLC shifts focus to International Capital Markets
MAITLAND, Fla. --- CommerCenters, LLC, which has developed flex warehouse distribution centers that total more than 1.5 million square feet in six Central Florida locations, is shifting its focus to concentrate on private equity funds and investments that target commercial real estate assets and associated service companies.
George Livingston, CIPS a principal of CommerCenters, LLC, as well as Chairman of NAI Realvest Development in Maitland and a longtime area real estate investment analyst, said CommerCenters has evolved into an international capital market company that offers proven expertise in commercial real estate development, asset management and long-term growth.
Livingston said CommerCenters funds will invest in rental apartment properties driven by work force and population growth, senior housing and assisted living facilities, and new medical facilities, especially those that are age related.
“The U.S. economy and its commercial real estate market is in the early stage of recovery from a deep and long recession,” Livingston explained.
“The financial markets still suffer from a shortage of capital, yet opportunities for development and investment can be identified and exploited. With a dependable source of equity capital, investors can react to opportunities quickly, and that’s where CommerCenters will focus,” Livingston said.
Livingston added that CommerCenters plans to diversify its investment portfolio across several property types, with multiple developers and investor partners.
Livingston said CommerCenters will look for opportunities that offer solid long-term potential.
“We anticipate returns in the 15 to 20 percent range over a period of seven years,” he said.
About CommerCenters, LLC
CommerCenters, LLC and its subsidiary, Realvest Development, LLC are involved in all aspects of speculative and build-to-suit commercial real estate investment and development from acquisition, planning, design, permitting, and construction through sale or lease. Over the past decade, CommerCenters and its development partners have developed over 1,500,000 square feet of industrial and office space in the Central Florida area.
George Livingston, CIPS a principal of CommerCenters, LLC, as well as Chairman of NAI Realvest Development in Maitland and a longtime area real estate investment analyst, said CommerCenters has evolved into an international capital market company that offers proven expertise in commercial real estate development, asset management and long-term growth.
Livingston said CommerCenters funds will invest in rental apartment properties driven by work force and population growth, senior housing and assisted living facilities, and new medical facilities, especially those that are age related.
“The U.S. economy and its commercial real estate market is in the early stage of recovery from a deep and long recession,” Livingston explained.
“The financial markets still suffer from a shortage of capital, yet opportunities for development and investment can be identified and exploited. With a dependable source of equity capital, investors can react to opportunities quickly, and that’s where CommerCenters will focus,” Livingston said.
Livingston added that CommerCenters plans to diversify its investment portfolio across several property types, with multiple developers and investor partners.
Livingston said CommerCenters will look for opportunities that offer solid long-term potential.
“We anticipate returns in the 15 to 20 percent range over a period of seven years,” he said.
About CommerCenters, LLC
CommerCenters, LLC and its subsidiary, Realvest Development, LLC are involved in all aspects of speculative and build-to-suit commercial real estate investment and development from acquisition, planning, design, permitting, and construction through sale or lease. Over the past decade, CommerCenters and its development partners have developed over 1,500,000 square feet of industrial and office space in the Central Florida area.
NAI Realvest Launches New Associate Program, Appoints Five New Broker Associates
ORLANDO, Fla. – NAI Realvest, which ranks as one of Central Florida’s largest and most active commercial property developers and one of the region’s most active commercial property firms, recently launched a new Associates Program to recruit and train broker associates.
Paul P. Partyka, principal and managing partner at NAI Realvest, said the firm’s new Associates Program was designed to give promising young commercial real estate specialists the opportunity to launch their careers in Central Florida.
“We’ve developed a comprehensive orientation and training program that will serve the commercial real estate industry here in Central Florida and energize our own efforts,” Partyka said.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest in Orlando, covering all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
Paul P. Partyka, principal and managing partner at NAI Realvest, said the firm’s new Associates Program was designed to give promising young commercial real estate specialists the opportunity to launch their careers in Central Florida.
“We’ve developed a comprehensive orientation and training program that will serve the commercial real estate industry here in Central Florida and energize our own efforts,” Partyka said.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest in Orlando, covering all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
Villages of Royal Palm Offers Special Incentive Discounts on Ready-To-Move-In Homes, Villas
PORT ORANGE, Fla. --- The Villages of Royal Palm, the luxury active adult community Winston James Development is developing in Port Orange, is offering special incentives — whopping discounts — on five ready-to-move-in luxury homes priced from the $150s.
Winston Schwartz, president of Winston-James Development, Inc., the developers of The Villages of Royal Palm, said the active adult community is offering price discounts worth as much as $28,000.
Schwartz said one villa home remains for sale. The 1,300 square foot home offers two bedrooms, two baths, bonus room and a two car garage.
Winston Schwartz, president of Winston-James Development, Inc., the developers of The Villages of Royal Palm, said the active adult community is offering price discounts worth as much as $28,000.
Schwartz said one villa home remains for sale. The 1,300 square foot home offers two bedrooms, two baths, bonus room and a two car garage.
Winston-James Development Reports Two Large Lease Agreements at Aloma Business Center
Winter Park, Fla. --- Winston James Developer reports it recently closed on two lease agreements at Aloma Business Center, developed by Winston-James Development, LLC, and located on Aloma Ave. in Winter Park.
Winston Schwartz, president of Winston-James Development, said new tenant New Horizons Development, leased 930 square feet of office space and International Professional Realty expanded its office space from 930 square feet to 1,200 square feet.
Winston Schwartz, president of Winston-James Development, said new tenant New Horizons Development, leased 930 square feet of office space and International Professional Realty expanded its office space from 930 square feet to 1,200 square feet.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
