GrowFL Weekly Update for March 7, 2014 GrowFL provides strategies, resources and support to second-stage companies for next level growth. By supporti

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GrowFL Weekly Update for March 7, 2014

GrowFL provides strategies, resources and support to second-stage companies for next level growth. By supporting companies with Strategic Research and peer-to-peer CEO mentoring, GrowFL helps companies overcome obstacles to growth and leads them towards prosperity.

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Are you a GrowFL client or partner? Do you have a news release to be excited about? Then send it on over, so we can proudly display it on our website too! Simply fill out this form to submit your news release to us. Easy as that!

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Upcoming Events CEO Forum - Orlando

Invitation only - limited to presidents, CEOs, and business owners
March 11, 2014, 6pm - 8pm
Orlando, FL
email Joshua Snyder for further information.

Strategic Doing Training

March 17-19, 2014
Sarasota/Bradenton Area
Presented by: Spark Growth, Tampa Bay Partnership, USF and New College

Brevard Innovation: 2014 Business Solutions Summit

Internet-Based Business Solutions for a New Tomorrow
March 20, 2014
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Free of charge & attend live on-site or online
Click Here to Register

29th Annual Business Expo - The Blueprint for Business Success

The Largest Minority Business Event in the Southeast
March 20-21, 2014
Broward Couty Convention Center
1950 Eisenhower Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

GrowFL Miami CEO Informational Briefing CEO Roundtables and Strategic Research

Beacon Council
March 25, 2014, 8am - 10am
80 SW 8th St #2400
Miami, FL 33130
Register Now

2014 Rural Florida Economic & Business Development Webinar Series

Economic Development in Fast Changing Times
April 16, 2014
2:00 PM – 3:45 PM

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GROWFL STRATEGIC RESEARCH PROGRAM

For 2nd stage growth companies in all Florida counties

The GrowFL Strategic Research engagement helps CEOs answer key questions about their company and where they fit in the competitive landscape.

Our threaded delivery process includes market research, market mapping and Internet marketing to help identify the business strategy and continue to grow. Our experts enable the CEO to identify opportunities they may not be aware of and point them to new tools and information to apply immediately.

GrowFL’s group of nationally certified, highly trained and experienced analysts functions as an extension of your company. Think of them as an elite staff whose goal is to take your company to the next level. You will have access to:

Information Tools:
--Database Research
--Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
--Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
--Social Media Network Mapping

Decision Making Tools:
--Strategy Analysis
--Management Team Temperament
--Capital Referrals
--Labor Referrals

Want to learn more? Click Here!

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Florida Companies to Watch Winners Spotlight

To see all the winning companies, click here.

Albu

At A Glance:

Jason Albu, CEO
Founded in 1994
Primary Business: Construction
Full Time Equivalent Employees: 18 in 2012; 22 projected in 2013.

www.albu.biz

AlbuAssociates-JasonAlbuAlbu & Associates is a commercial construction company that caters to the chain store world and has built exciting projects for Chase, Family Dollar and other retailers throughout Florida. We also had the opportunity to work on public school projects and high profile projects such as the Amway Center and the Citrus Bowl. Albu & Associates, Inc.’s mission is to give our clients peace of mind by proactively leading and collaborating with all participating teams to construct a superior product, as expeditiously and in the most cost effective manner possible. We provide general contracting (CGC1520336), construction management, design/build and consulting services. Our clients are a diverse mix of owners, managers, and developers who are constructing new or renovating existing commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities. The company is certified as a Minority Business Enterprise. We have multiple LEED Accredited Professionals and we are committed to the “green” building initiative. Albu & Associates is, at the core, a service-oriented company whose principals are personally involved in each and every project. We understand that superior service means understanding the needs and expectations, then proactively working to meet and exceed them.

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Tactical Machining

At A Glance:

Darren Peters, CEO
Founded in 2007
Primary Business: Manufacturing
Full Time Equivalent Employees: 32 in 2012; 36 projected in 2013.

www.tacticalmachining.com

TacticalMachining-DarrenPetersTactical Machining (TM) was formed in 2008 to craft high quality firearm components for the AR-15 platform. Since then we have expanded the products we offer and have introduced many products for the home gun smith as well. Tactical Machining broke into a slowly developing 80% firearm market by educating customers on the best practices for completing their projects and offering technical support. 80% Firearms are partially machined firearms components where using specialized tooling you can complete the manufacturing process. Now, TM is an industry leader in the 80% firearm market.All of Tactical Machining’s products are American made in DeLand, Florida using the highest quality materials available and held to tight tolerances. Our unmatched support with every TM product has rapidly established us as a leader in the firearms industry. We enjoy supporting the shooting community by creating high-quality products and continuing to offer them at an affordable price.

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