ORLANDO, Fla. – NAI Realvest, which ranks as one of Central Florida’s largest, fully integrated commercial real estate companies, has launched an Energy Site Selection Team to assist alternative energy producers with locating suitable sites for solar, waste-to-energy, and biomass production facilities.
George Livingston, chairman at NAI Realvest, said alternative energy production is an increasingly important industry segment with exceptional growth potential.
“The solar market is changing,” Livingston said.
“While the U.S. Government subsidies have been removed, the cost of panels has declined dramatically and may continue to do so over the foreseeable future,” Livingston explained.
As solar technology advances and solar panel costs decline, the industry will compete head to head with fossil fuel producers on a cost basis, Livingston explained.
“Environmental concerns over coal and nuclear power will also increase demand for solar power, which is clean and renewable,” he said.
Increasing fuel costs will drive the overall cost to produce electricity higher, which makes solar more attractive.
“It is likely that ‘solar utilities’ will flourish in the coming years,” Livingston said.
But the biggest advantage is a secret.
“Solar power production requires a short time to permit, build and bring online, and life cycle maintenance is very low-cost,” Livingston said.
A solar farm can be permitted, constructed and brought online in a year or less, Livingston 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.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Cuhaci & Peterson Architects Engineers Planners names three new professionals
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Cuhaci & Peterson Architects Engineers Planners, based in Orlando’s Baldwin Park recently appointed three new professionals to its staff.
Tina Kennedy, Director of Human Resources at Cuhaci & Peterson, said John Dietz, LEED-AP, was appointed an Architectural Graduate. Dietz, who earned his LEED professional accreditation from the U.S. Green Building Council, earned his Bachelor’s in Architecture from the University of Miami in 2010.
Brian Mullin, P.E., LEED-AP, is the firm’s newest Structural Engineer who earned his B.S. Degree from the University of North Florida in 2007.
Margaret Quintas, LEED-AP, who was named an Architectural Graduate at the firm, earned her Masters in Architecture from Norwich University in Connecticut in 2005.
Tina Kennedy, Director of Human Resources at Cuhaci & Peterson, said John Dietz, LEED-AP, was appointed an Architectural Graduate. Dietz, who earned his LEED professional accreditation from the U.S. Green Building Council, earned his Bachelor’s in Architecture from the University of Miami in 2010.
Brian Mullin, P.E., LEED-AP, is the firm’s newest Structural Engineer who earned his B.S. Degree from the University of North Florida in 2007.
Margaret Quintas, LEED-AP, who was named an Architectural Graduate at the firm, earned her Masters in Architecture from Norwich University in Connecticut in 2005.
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty Names Veteran World Traveler Michael Pitcairn International Luxury Home Specialist
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty has appointed world traveler Michael Pitcairn International Luxury Home Specialist with the firm’s Orlando Marketing Center.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said Pitcairn was raised in Historic Charleston, S.C., where he learned the real estate trade by his parents’ side — his mother and father are long time real estate professionals.
After living and working in California, and traveling throughout the world including Africa, Australia, Alaska, South America, Europe, Mexico and the Caribbean, Pitcairn relocated to Windermere to join Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty global marketing team.
“Michael Pitcairn has traveled extensively throughout the world and has made many contacts in overseas markets that will benefit his real estate career here in Orlando,” Soderstrom said.
“We expect him to play a major role in our growth,” he added.
Pitcairn is a member of the Orlando Regional Realtor Association, Florida Realtor Association and the National Realtor Association.
About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, new home communities, commercial and investment properties, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates two performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said Pitcairn was raised in Historic Charleston, S.C., where he learned the real estate trade by his parents’ side — his mother and father are long time real estate professionals.
After living and working in California, and traveling throughout the world including Africa, Australia, Alaska, South America, Europe, Mexico and the Caribbean, Pitcairn relocated to Windermere to join Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty global marketing team.
“Michael Pitcairn has traveled extensively throughout the world and has made many contacts in overseas markets that will benefit his real estate career here in Orlando,” Soderstrom said.
“We expect him to play a major role in our growth,” he added.
Pitcairn is a member of the Orlando Regional Realtor Association, Florida Realtor Association and the National Realtor Association.
About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, new home communities, commercial and investment properties, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates two performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.
New Truffle’s Grill restaurant in Winter Park; Cuhaci & Peterson Architects handled the design work.
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Cuhaci & Peterson Architects Engineers Planners did the design work for the new Truffle’s Grill restaurant that recently opened at the Winter Park Village.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects said the work included construction drawings for interior design and improvements for the 3,500 square foot restaurant.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects said the work included construction drawings for interior design and improvements for the 3,500 square foot restaurant.
Del Webb Stone Creek to Host Community Event Feb. 11 with Live Band, Food and Drinks
OCALA, Fla. – Del Webb Stone Creek in Ocala will host a community event with food and drinks and a live band Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Stone Creek model park 6320 SW 89th Court Rd. in Ocala.
The event is free and open to the public.
Sean Strickler, vice president of sales for Del Webb in the north Florida region, said the event, scheduled for 1 to 4 p.m. will include tours of 11 model homes at Del Webb Stone Creek along with plenty of food and beverages and prizes, including AMC, Shell Gas and Visa gift cards.
“We’re hosting receptions in our model homes with gourmet foods and beverages, Strickler said.
He added he expects to host record crowds at the active adult community.
“This is our busiest time of the year,” he said. “We have many guests and visitors who are here for the winter season and we are looking forward to entertaining them at Del Webb Stone Creek,” he added.
Del Webb sells single family homes and twin villas at Del Webb Stone Creek that range in size from 1,157 square feet of living space to 2,611 square feet.
One of the largest Del Webb communities in the U.S., Del Webb Stone Creek features the Reflection Bay and Elan Spa community clubhouses and 29 acre gardens along with its own 18-hole championship golf course and the Stone Creek Grille, a favorite of the residents.
For more information, visit delwebb.com/stonecreek or call 877-333-5932.
About Del Webb:
Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2010, award-winning Del Webb communities provide a vibrant, enriched lifestyle for those ages 55 and older, creating an unmatched experience for the next phase of life. Del Webb communities began with the original Sun City which opened outside Phoenix, Arizona in 1960 and have grown to include more than 50 communities currently open for new home sales in 21 states. Del Webb is the undisputed leader of active adult communities in America and draws on its 50 years of experience of providing residents an engaging life which fulfills their creative, physical, mental, and social needs. Together with Del Webb residents, the brand is redefining retirement. For more information on Del Webb, visit www.delwebb.com
The event is free and open to the public.
Sean Strickler, vice president of sales for Del Webb in the north Florida region, said the event, scheduled for 1 to 4 p.m. will include tours of 11 model homes at Del Webb Stone Creek along with plenty of food and beverages and prizes, including AMC, Shell Gas and Visa gift cards.
“We’re hosting receptions in our model homes with gourmet foods and beverages, Strickler said.
He added he expects to host record crowds at the active adult community.
“This is our busiest time of the year,” he said. “We have many guests and visitors who are here for the winter season and we are looking forward to entertaining them at Del Webb Stone Creek,” he added.
Del Webb sells single family homes and twin villas at Del Webb Stone Creek that range in size from 1,157 square feet of living space to 2,611 square feet.
One of the largest Del Webb communities in the U.S., Del Webb Stone Creek features the Reflection Bay and Elan Spa community clubhouses and 29 acre gardens along with its own 18-hole championship golf course and the Stone Creek Grille, a favorite of the residents.
For more information, visit delwebb.com/stonecreek or call 877-333-5932.
About Del Webb:
Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2010, award-winning Del Webb communities provide a vibrant, enriched lifestyle for those ages 55 and older, creating an unmatched experience for the next phase of life. Del Webb communities began with the original Sun City which opened outside Phoenix, Arizona in 1960 and have grown to include more than 50 communities currently open for new home sales in 21 states. Del Webb is the undisputed leader of active adult communities in America and draws on its 50 years of experience of providing residents an engaging life which fulfills their creative, physical, mental, and social needs. Together with Del Webb residents, the brand is redefining retirement. For more information on Del Webb, visit www.delwebb.com
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Solodev’s Shawn Moore Tapped as Speaker at New York Marketing Conference
ORLANDO, Fla. - Solodev founder and chief technology officer, Shawn Moore, has been chosen as a guest panelist for the Inbound Marketing Summit in New York City, Feb. 28-29.
The primary developer of Solodev’s enterprise website content management system (CMS), Moore will be joined by fellow CMS experts from other leading software companies such as Sitecore, Ektron, Hippo and Bridgeline Digital to discuss “What Marketers can tell IT about Content Management.” The moderator of the discussion is Scott Liewehr, the web content management analyst from Gilbane Services.
IMS is a conference for digital, social and mobile marketing and features nationally known speakers on topics such as social media, technology and emerging online trends. The summit will take place at 404, a new event space on New York’s West Side.
“We designed our software to be utilized by marketers without having to rely on their IT department for website updates so I am a looking forward to speaking on the subject,” Moore said. “I am also looking forward to learning about some of the latest developments in online marketing during the rest of the conference so we can further enhance our product line.”
Moore is considered a thought leader on the subject of website content management and functional website design. He has a passion for integrating the latest technologies in order to create dynamic online experiences and excels at helping Solodev clients maximize their digital marketing strategies.
Moore is a 2000 graduate of Stetson University. He founded Solodev in 2006, but has been working on the software platform since 2001. He was named to the Orlando Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” in 2009.
About Solodev
Solodev is an Internet software company with a growing suite of powerful yet easy to use tools that give organizations total control of their online presence. Solodev’s flagship product is an enterprise-level Website Content Management System built from the ground up with SEO, security and scalability in mind. This platform independent code base merges extensible back-end data processes with a custom user interface to create multifunctional and highly scalable online experiences. It centrally powers intranets, extranets, websites, micro-sites, mobile sites and even native smart-phone applications, giving administrators the ability to streamline operations and increase productivity. For more information about Solodev, please visit www.solodev.com.
About IMS
The must-attend conference for digital, social and mobile marketing is coming to New York City for the first time on February 28-29 at the West Side’s stylish new events space: 404. With a unique mix of inspirational speakers like Chris Brogan, Laura Fitton, Tim Hayden and Barry Libert, cutting edge content and real-world case studies, IMS is where innovative marketing and media professionals meet face to face, participate in sessions and network with their peers.
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.
The primary developer of Solodev’s enterprise website content management system (CMS), Moore will be joined by fellow CMS experts from other leading software companies such as Sitecore, Ektron, Hippo and Bridgeline Digital to discuss “What Marketers can tell IT about Content Management.” The moderator of the discussion is Scott Liewehr, the web content management analyst from Gilbane Services.
IMS is a conference for digital, social and mobile marketing and features nationally known speakers on topics such as social media, technology and emerging online trends. The summit will take place at 404, a new event space on New York’s West Side.
“We designed our software to be utilized by marketers without having to rely on their IT department for website updates so I am a looking forward to speaking on the subject,” Moore said. “I am also looking forward to learning about some of the latest developments in online marketing during the rest of the conference so we can further enhance our product line.”
Moore is considered a thought leader on the subject of website content management and functional website design. He has a passion for integrating the latest technologies in order to create dynamic online experiences and excels at helping Solodev clients maximize their digital marketing strategies.
Moore is a 2000 graduate of Stetson University. He founded Solodev in 2006, but has been working on the software platform since 2001. He was named to the Orlando Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” in 2009.
About Solodev
Solodev is an Internet software company with a growing suite of powerful yet easy to use tools that give organizations total control of their online presence. Solodev’s flagship product is an enterprise-level Website Content Management System built from the ground up with SEO, security and scalability in mind. This platform independent code base merges extensible back-end data processes with a custom user interface to create multifunctional and highly scalable online experiences. It centrally powers intranets, extranets, websites, micro-sites, mobile sites and even native smart-phone applications, giving administrators the ability to streamline operations and increase productivity. For more information about Solodev, please visit www.solodev.com.
About IMS
The must-attend conference for digital, social and mobile marketing is coming to New York City for the first time on February 28-29 at the West Side’s stylish new events space: 404. With a unique mix of inspirational speakers like Chris Brogan, Laura Fitton, Tim Hayden and Barry Libert, cutting edge content and real-world case studies, IMS is where innovative marketing and media professionals meet face to face, participate in sessions and network with their peers.
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.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Son of NAI Realvest Executive wins $10,000 Body Building Prize While Serving in Afghanistan
MAITLAND, Fla. – Sean W. Lynch, son of NAI Realvest executive Jack W. Lynch, recently won the $10,000 grand prize in a body building contest while serving in Afghanistan.
Jack W. Lynch said Nutrex, an Oviedo firm, sponsored the body building contest and awarded the prize.
Sean W. Lynch, a U.S. Marine, who competed against over 100 participants, was on his fifth tour of duty overseas, his third tour in Afghanistan — he previously served two tours in Iraq.
Jack W. Lynch said Nutrex, an Oviedo firm, sponsored the body building contest and awarded the prize.
Sean W. Lynch, a U.S. Marine, who competed against over 100 participants, was on his fifth tour of duty overseas, his third tour in Afghanistan — he previously served two tours in Iraq.
NAI Realvest Negotiates Industrial Renewal Lease at Springview CommerCenter in DeBary
DeBary, Fla. – NAI Realvest recently negotiated a lease renewal for 12,897 square feet of industrial space at Springview CommerCenter in DeBary.
Michael Heidrich, principal in the Maitland-based firm, negotiated the transaction on behalf of the landlord, Springview CommerCenter LLC.
The tenant, Avatar Relocation, Inc. of Longwood, renewed its lease of Suite 6 at 290 Springview Commerce Drive in the center located in the Springview Industrial Park off Shell Road.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving 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.
Michael Heidrich, principal in the Maitland-based firm, negotiated the transaction on behalf of the landlord, Springview CommerCenter LLC.
The tenant, Avatar Relocation, Inc. of Longwood, renewed its lease of Suite 6 at 290 Springview Commerce Drive in the center located in the Springview Industrial Park off Shell Road.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving 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 in Port Orange reports best December and best month of 2011
PORT ORANGE, Fla. --- The Villages of Royal Palm in Port Orange, reported its best month of 2011 — that was in December, Winston Schwartz, president of Winston-James Development, Inc., said.
Winston-James is the developer of The Villages of Royal Palm.
Schwartz said sales of new homes at The Villages of Royal Palm exceeded $1 million for the month.
Only three ready-to-move-in homes remain for sale at the community, Schwartz added.
New homes at The Villages of Royal Palm range in size from 1,300 square feet of living space to 1,600 square feet and are priced from the $150s.
Winston-James is the developer of The Villages of Royal Palm.
Schwartz said sales of new homes at The Villages of Royal Palm exceeded $1 million for the month.
Only three ready-to-move-in homes remain for sale at the community, Schwartz added.
New homes at The Villages of Royal Palm range in size from 1,300 square feet of living space to 1,600 square feet and are priced from the $150s.
Beazer Homes Starts Construction of the Last Six Townhomes at Sawgrass Village in Pinellas Park
TAMPA, Fla. – Beazer Homes has started construction of the last six town homes at Sawgrass Village, located in Pinellas Park on 70th Avenue, south of Park Blvd., east of 48th Avenue.
Ed Suchora, market manager for Beazer Homes in the Tampa Bay area, said the two and three bedroom townhomes are priced from the $140s with two-and-a-half baths and one-car garages.
Beazer Homes began building new homes at Sawgrass Village in 2005. When the last townhomes are completed, Beazer will have built and sold 308 townhomes there, Suchora said.
Sawgrass Village features a resort-style community swimming pool with a covered cabana, with easy commute to Tampa Bay’s shopping venues and beaches.
Visit www.beazer.com
About Beazer Homes:
Beazer Homes, headquartered in Atlanta, is one of the country's 10 largest single-family homebuilders with operations in 17 states. Beazer Homes is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "BZH."
Ed Suchora, market manager for Beazer Homes in the Tampa Bay area, said the two and three bedroom townhomes are priced from the $140s with two-and-a-half baths and one-car garages.
Beazer Homes began building new homes at Sawgrass Village in 2005. When the last townhomes are completed, Beazer will have built and sold 308 townhomes there, Suchora said.
Sawgrass Village features a resort-style community swimming pool with a covered cabana, with easy commute to Tampa Bay’s shopping venues and beaches.
Visit www.beazer.com
About Beazer Homes:
Beazer Homes, headquartered in Atlanta, is one of the country's 10 largest single-family homebuilders with operations in 17 states. Beazer Homes is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "BZH."
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