Sid Martin Biotech Incubator ranked world’s best for biotech in global benchmarking study

Sid Martin Biotech Incubator ranked world’s best for biotech in global benchmarking study

The University of Florida Sid Martin Biotechnology Incubator was named "World's Best University Biotechnology Incubator" by Swedish-based research group UBI. Earlier this year, the incubator was named the 2013 Incubator of the Year by the National Business Incubation Association. The Sid Martin Biotechnology Incubator is excellent example of the outstanding tenants in Progress Corporate Park. 

 
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Almost 200 take part in inaugural Start Up Downtown

Almost 200 take part in inaugural Start Up Downtown

The second-floor balcony of Union Street Station bustled with bright, eager individuals on Thursday who were seeking opportunities with local startup companies. The exhibition, Start Up Downtown, was hosted by FloridaWorks in partnership with the Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce and Innovation Gainesville. This exhibition is the first of its kind to come to Gainesville.

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City's zoning rules lead scooter shop to hit the brakes

City's zoning rules lead scooter shop to hit the brakes

When New Scooters 4 Less submitted the required zoning compliance application to the Gainesville Planning Department, it was denied. A provision within the 340-page land-use code equates scooters to motorcycles, an auto-oriented business that at the time was only allowed in the business automotive zoning along North Main Street and a few other specific locations.

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New Chamber official aims to create jobs in all areas

New Chamber official aims to create jobs in all areas

Susan Davenport was not looking to leave the Austin (Texas) Chamber of Commerce when Tim Giuliani called to recruit her to his management team. But she was intrigued by his vision for economic development as president and CEO of the Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce. And the more she looked into what Gainesville had to offer, the more it piqued her interest.

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Two New Apartment Complexes Unveiled Near UF Campus

Two New Apartment Complexes Unveiled Near UF Campus

Two ground-breaking apartment properties have been unveiled just one block east of the University of Florida Campus. Spanish-themed Solaria and historic-luxury styled Greystone, developed and managed by Trimark Properties, boast innovative design principles and an ideal location that should attract local students and professionals alike.


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Front Street Thanks Studio MJG

Front Street Thanks Studio MJG

Front Street recently enlisted the help of Architect Michael Gilfilen of Studio MJG, LLC here in Gainesville to help redesign site plans for 4 of our listings; Shoppes at Williston, Esplanade at Butler Plaza, Tioga Town Center, and University Towne Center. Michael worked directly with Front Street to understand our needs and vision, and actively engaged with us in the design process. Michael produced wonderful renderings that not only express the spaces clearly, but also with a sense of cohesion and balance. The results – Studio MJG lived up to their mission of excellence. Front Street looks forward to working with Michael Gilfilen in the future, and highly recommends Studio MJG for all your design needs. 

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