Tag: Pompano Beach Business News
Making Waves! Jazz Fest Pompano Beach Announces 2025 Lineup: Free Music Festival Brings Grammy Winners and Rising Stars to City’s Shore...
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Mark your calendars, music lovers! Pompano Beach Arts is thrilled to announce Jazz Fest Pompano Beach will return to the City's beautiful shore on January 24th and 25th, 2025. This 4th annual festival promises to be bigger and tastier than ever before, featuring a stellar lineup of renowned jazz musicians including Joshua Redman & Gabrielle Cavassa, Judith Hill, Randy Brecker, and Jazz Funk Soul alongside a vibrant new food court with a New Orleans flavor, all directly on the beach stage!
National News: RMA Hired by Town of Lake Park’s CRA for Professional Consulting Services
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /California Newswire/ -- The award-winning economic development firm, RMA (rma.us.com), is proud to have been selected by the Town of Lake Park's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to create a Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations Plan, which will further the goals outlined in the CRAs recently updated Master Plan. RMA has assembled a seasoned team of professionals who will collaborate closely with the CRA to develop a comprehensive strategy.
RMA Hired by Downtown Kissimmee CRA for Branding & Marketing Strategy | National News
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 30, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The award-winning economic development firm, RMA (rma.us.com), is proud to have been selected by the Downtown Kissimmee CRA (DKCRA) to create a Branding and Marketing Strategy for the district, which also includes the Historic Downtown Kissimmee area. RMA boasts a proven track record of success, having revitalized numerous cities and CRA districts across Florida.
RMA Hired by City of Sarasota for Professional Consulting Services – Firm to Execute Economic Development Market Analysis and Visioning |...
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 2, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The award-winning economic development firm, RMA (rma.us.com), is proud to have been selected by the City of Sarasota to conduct an Economic Development Market Analysis and Visioning for the City, including its business districts and neighborhoods.
Pompano Beach Sizzles as Southern Fried Poetry Slam Comes to Town | National News
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The nation's hottest wordsmiths are descending upon the City of Pompano Beach for the 32nd Annual Southern Fried Poetry Slam. Pompano Beach Arts is proud to announce that this electrifying four-day festival will take place June 12-15, 2024. This celebration of spoken word, performance poetry, and the power of community attracts over 200 poets from around the country who will battle it out for bragging rights and a chance to be crowned champion.
Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 Makes a Huge Splash | National News
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Feb. 2, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Under a canopy of stars, Pompano Beach was transformed into a haven for jazz enthusiasts as over 10,000 music fans showed up for the beachside celebration. Jazz royalty including Branford Marsalis, Ms. Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton, David Sanchez, and Najee held court on the Champion Porsche Stage at Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 and captivated audiences with their incredible talent.
RMA Expands Services to Support CRA Leaders on Compliance Issues | National News
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Oct. 16, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The award-winning economic development firm, Redevelopment Management Associates (RMA) is proud to announce an expansion of services supporting Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs) in the often gray area of statutory compliance. Due to the frequently misunderstood requirements of the CRA statute before, and the more restrictive change to the statute after 2019, once standard activities and expenditures within CRAs may now violate statutory restrictions on spending.
Bailey Contemporary Arts is Proud to Introduce the 2023 / 2024 Artists in Residence | National News
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Sept. 18, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department is delighted to introduce the 2023/2024 class of the Artists in Residence (AiR) program at the historic Bailey Contemporary Arts Center (BaCA). The AiR Program provides artists with studio space to create new work, collaborate with fellow resident artists, and engage with the community.
McNab House & Botanical Gardens Awarded $1.5 Million in Grants – Pompano Beach CRA Announces Next Phase of Redevelopment | National...
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 30, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach CRA is proud to announce that the McNab House & Botanical Gardens project has been awarded two prestigious grants totaling $1.5 million. The Cultural Facilities Program Grant has awarded $500,000 for the construction of the botanical gardens and children's classroom, while the $1 million Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Program Grant will go towards outdoor recreational use of the site.
Pompano Beach Arts Announces Headliners for Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 – Branford Marsalis Leads an All-Star Internationally Acclaimed Lineup |...
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 14, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pompano Beach Arts is proud to announce the headlining acts for Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024. Grammy(r) Award-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, one of the most iconic jazz musicians of our time, leads a stellar lineup of internationally renowned artists including Ms. Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton, David Sanchez, and Najee.
RMA Hired by Haines City for CRA Professional Consulting Services
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 23, 2022 (SENd2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The award-winning economic development firm, RMA (rma.us.com), is proud to announce the firm has been hired by Haines City, Florida for professional consulting services to help execute the CRA 5-Year Strategic Implementation and Financing Plan. The plan will focus on key areas of the CRA, including Downtown, the Lake Eva Community Center and redevelopment within the East and Oakland Neighborhoods.
Pompano Beach CRA Seeks Restaurant Developer/Operator for Prime Site: Restaurant to Anchor Old Town Arts and Entertainment District
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., June 9, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is seeking sealed proposals from qualified respondents for the development and operations of a restaurant located in the "Old Town Arts and Entertainment District" in the City of Pompano Beach. The purpose of this Request For Proposal (RFP) process is to select a qualified respondent to design, renovate and construct a new restaurant on this pivotal site.
City of Pompano Beach and its CRA Issue Invitation to Negotiate to Master Developers Globally
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., June 6, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Pompano Beach (City) and the Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) have issued an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) for a Master Developer to help the City and CRA create a new Downtown and realize the vision of an exciting destination for businesses, residents, tourists, and other investment stakeholders.
RMA Hired by City of St. Cloud for CRA Professional Consulting Services
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 9, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The award-winning economic development firm, RMA (rma.us.com) is proud to announce they have been hired by the City of St. Cloud, Florida for professional consulting services to help execute the CRA 5-Year Strategic Implementation and Financing Plan. Drafted by RMA and approved in February 2022, this plan provides a structured and proactive approach to guide redevelopment in the 706-acre CRA district, with the goal of attracting private investment.
Pompano Beach CRA announces RFP: Seeks Restaurant Operator for New Florida Destination
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., April 11, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach CRA has announced a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Master Operator to renovate the historic McNab House and garage, construct a new kitchen, improve the surrounding area for outdoor dining, and design the dining program. The nationwide search invites commercial real estate professionals, with their restaurateur partners, and professional restaurant operators to submit proposals.
RMA Hired by Wilton Manors for Real Estate / Market Analysis and Branding Strategy
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Feb. 9, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The award-winning economic development firm, RMA (rma.us.com) is proud to announce they have been hired by the City of Wilton Manors for the WiltonNext project, a real estate / market analysis and branding strategy for the commercial corridors in the city.
Two TV Icons Take the Stage at The Pompano Beach Cultural Center
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Feb. 2, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach Cultural Center is proud to present the humorous and insightful stage play "Willie & Esther," starring 70s television legends Ted Lange and BerNadette Stanis. Combining quick-witted dialogue and deeply emotional scenes, James Graham Bronson's story follows two middle-aged African American lovers as they fantasize about robbing a bank.
Current Builders Announces Annual Holiday Fundraising Program
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 1, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders is proud to announce the launch of their 16th Annual Holiday Fundraising Program. This year, the goal is to raise $75,000 to donate to Toys for Tots, Habitat for Humanity, Rebuilding Together Broward, Best Buddies, and the Dolphins Cancer Challenge.
Current Builders Announces Final Phase of Construction at University Pointe
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Nov. 23, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders has announced the start of construction of Building G at the University Pointe project in Davie, Florida. The project is the final phase of University Pointe, an 860-bed student housing campus. Building G is on the site's southeast corner and will include 24 units and 46,390 square feet in a four-story building.
Current Builders Promotes Brett Schreiber to Vice President of Construction
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Nov. 18, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders has announced Brett Schreiber's promotion to Vice President of Construction. Schreiber attained partner status in 2020, and this new promotion follows his successful management of the firm's largest construction project to-date, Uptown Boca. The mixed-use development was completed on-time, during the pandemic thanks to Schreiber's excellent management.
Current Builders Appoints Tara Philipp as Director of Human Resources
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Oct. 29, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders is pleased to announce the appointment of Tara Philipp as the firm's new Director of Human Resources. Philipp is a seasoned veteran with over a decade of relevant experience in the construction industry, specializing in human resource management and direction.
Current Builders Promotes Amanda Bilyeu to Senior Estimator
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Oct. 28, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders is pleased to announce the promotion of Amanda Bilyeu from estimator to senior estimator in the firm's preconstruction and estimating department. The award-winning general contractor has multiple projects on both coasts of Florida, with offices in Pompano Beach and Sarasota.
CB Structures Promotes Mucahit ‘Mujo’ Aksu to Director of Preconstruction
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Oct. 27, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CB Structures has announced the promotion of Mucahit "Mujo" Aksu as the new Director of Preconstruction. The firm has a diverse portfolio of clients on both coasts of Florida, and specializes in tunnel form, conventional and wood frame projects.
Current Builders Launches ESOP to Retain and Attract Top Construction Employees
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Oct. 13, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders, an award-winning general contractor based in Florida, has announced an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) as part of the company's strategy to retain and attract top construction employees.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner Joins Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival as Celebrity Judge
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Sept. 14, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pompano Beach Arts is proud to announce that television icon Malcolm-Jamal Warner is joining the fourth annual "Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival" as a celebrity judge. The famed star of "The Cosby Show" and current hit "The Resident" will also be performing his poetry at the festival and sharing thoughts about his career during an Artist Talk.
Current Builders Announces New Sunrise Senior Living Commission
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Sept. 9, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders has announced they have broken ground on their third project for Sunrise Senior Living. The new $32.5 million dollar assisted living development in Coral Gables will feature 94 units. The project's architect is the firm's longstanding design partners, Behar Font & Partners.
RMA Real Estate Services Brokers Sale of Pelican Harbor Marina for City of Palm Bay
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 30, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RMA Real Estate Services, a division of the economic development firm RMA, is proud to announce the successful sale of a prime commercial property on behalf of the City of Palm Bay.
Current Builders Selected as General Contractor for Related Group’s Manor at Miramar
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 30, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The award-winning firm, Current Builders announced it has been selected by Related Group as the general contractor for the Manor at Miramar residential project located in the Miramar Town Center at 1 Main Street.
Pompano Beach to Test SEAHIVE Shoreline Protection System at Wahoo Bay
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 13, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Scientists, government officials and citizens concerned about climate change and sea level rise will soon have a new source of data when Wahoo Bay in Pompano Beach launches. This underwater marine park will become a global incubator for the ocean's ecosystem and will test the SEAHIVE™ marine and estuarine shoreline protection system, a research project funded by the National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Innovations Deserving Exploratory Analysis (IDEA) in collaboration with FDOT.
Current Builders Promotes Roberto Aguiar to Chief Estimator
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 2, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders is pleased to announce that Roberto Aguiar has been promoted to Chief Estimator. Aguiar joined the award-winning general contracting firm in 2016 and quickly ascended to senior estimator, where he demonstrated his talent for evaluating bid documents, preparing RFIs and effectively communicating with both clients and construction teams.
Pompano Beach Arts Music Series Welcomes Live Audiences – Allan Harris and Leesa Richards Take the Stage at Pompano Beach Cultural...
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., June 22, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department is excited to welcome back live audiences to the Pompano Beach Cultural Center for the remaining concerts in the Pompano Beach Arts Music Series. July's concert features jazz great Allan Harris and August showcases soulful songstress Leesa Richards.
Current Builders’ Uptown Boca Project Offers Key Lessons for Construction Industry
POMANO BEACH, Fla., June 7, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders completed its largest construction project commission on-time, during the pandemic thanks to the firm's excellent communication strategies, tech savvy, and smart contingency planning. Uptown Boca is the most ambitious development constructed in western Boca Raton in the last 20 years.
Daisy Village Grand Opening of Center for Children with Special Needs
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 11, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Broward Children's Center (BCC), the largest non-profit organization in Pompano Beach, announces the official opening of Daisy Village, coinciding with a series of events in celebration of its "50 Years of Caring for Children with Special Needs."
Current Builders Celebrates Construction Safety Week with Focus on Holistic Health for Workers
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 4, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders is proud to be part of the nationwide celebration of Construction Safety Week taking place May 3-7, 2021. This year's theme, Be Present, Be Focused, Be Safe targets the holistic health of workers in the industry.
The City of Pompano Beach Parks and Recreation Department Announces All-Inclusive Playground
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Pompano Beach Parks and Recreation Department has enhanced the Sergeant Kip Jacoby Park with a new all-inclusive playground that features equipment that will encourage side-by-side play for all children.
Current Builders Breaks Ground on Platform 3750
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., April 9, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders is proud to announce they have broken ground on a new transit-oriented project called Platform 3750 located in Miami next to the Douglas Road Metrorail Station. Platform 3750 will feature workforce housing along with office and retail space and a parking garage.
Current Builders Announces 5201 Congress Groundbreaking
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Feb. 18, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders is preparing to break-ground on their latest project in Boca Raton. The 5201 Building is an eight-story structure with 284 units and an 827-space, six-level parking garage.
Current Builders Announces 15th Annual Holiday Fundraising Program Raises $39,000
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Jan. 12, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders is proud to announce they raised $39,000 for local charities during their 15th Annual Holiday Fundraising Program. The Pompano Beach-based general contractor provided over $5,000 worth of gifts for Toys for Tots to distribute and delivered checks to esteemed nonprofits.
Current Builders Hires Bryan Baswell as Director of Pre-Construction
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders, is proud to announce their newest hire, Bryan Baswell who has joined the award-winning construction firm as Director of Pre-Construction. Baswell brings 30 years of experience to this position, which will focus on procurement of new projects throughout the state of Florida.
Current Builders Promotes Eric Seminara
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 2, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders (www.currentbuilders.com) is pleased to announce that Eric Seminara has been promoted to Vice President of Construction and will also become the director of the firm's operations on the west coast of Florida. Seminara joined the award-winning general contractor in 2011 and made partner in 2019.
Pompano Beach Arts presents Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 2, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department is proud to present the 3rd Annual Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival, an enriching and entertaining showcase of the best local and national spoken word artists and writers. While poets will be competing live at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center from December 10-12, due to COVID-19, the festival will be live streamed to the public.
RMA’s Consulting Strategies Result in Multiple Client Wins at FRA Awards
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Nov. 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RMA is proud to announce that their city clients won three of the fourteen awards bestowed by the Florida Redevelopment Association, including the prestigious President's Award. RMA provides staffing services for the West Palm Beach CRA and provides economic development and real estate consultancy services for the City of Deltona. The FRA award ceremony was presented virtually on November 19, 2020.
Pompano Beach CRA Wins FRA Award for Atlantic Boulevard Bridge Enhancement
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Nov. 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach CRA is proud to announce that the Atlantic Boulevard Bridge Enhancement is the 2020 winner of the Best Transportation Transit Enhancement category at the annual Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) Awards, which were bestowed November 19, 2020.
Pompano Beach CRA Announces ‘Love Always, Pompano Beach’ Website and Marketing Campaign
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Nov. 16, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach CRA is proud to announce their new marketing campaign, "Love Always, Pompano Beach." The all-encompassing annual program will feature local businesses located in the East CRA District, sharing special offers and experiences to attract residents and non-residents alike.
Smart Growth Strategies in Pompano Beach Are Protecting City from COVID-19 Fiscal Stress
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Oct. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- While other cities around the country are considering raising taxes, or already have, in response to budget shortfalls due to COVID-19, the Pompano Beach CRA has announced that residents of the City of Pompano Beach are experiencing one of the lowest tax rates in Broward County according to the recently released 2021 millage rates.
Pompano Beach CRA Announces a Special McNab House Presentation
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Sept. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pompano Beach residents are encouraged to attend a special presentation about the McNab House & Botanical Gardens during a virtual Pompano Beach CRA meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 1 p.m. The presentation will introduce Randy Hollingworth, Director of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Urban Design from the award-winning, international firm Bermello, Ajamil and Partners (B&A).
Current Builders Hires New Business Development Manager
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders today announced that Hawes Helwig has joined the firm as a Business Development Manager. The award-winning construction company has been strategically expanding its market, and now Helwig will be identifying new opportunities and enhancing client relations on both Florida coasts.
Current Builders Tests Next Generation Construction Tech Tools
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 5, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders was one of the first construction companies to embrace BIM (Building Information Modeling), now the innovative construction company is evaluating a variety of advanced tech tools, seeking the best new solutions to improve productivity.
Current Builders Names Three New Partners – Construction Firm Accelerates Growth on Both Florida Coasts
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., April 23, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders has announced the addition of three new partners to the fast-growing construction firm. Seasoned professionals Chip Angenendt, Vice President West Coast Division and Mike Gillette, Vice President CB Structures, along with rising star Brett Schreiber, have all demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the firm. Their promotions are effective immediately.
RMA Offers a COVID-19 Economic Recovery Playbook for Government Leaders
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., April 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For over a decade, RMA has been guiding city and county leaders through the "reinvention" process using a strategic multistep approach to help communities overcome economic obstacles. Now, as cities struggle to address the economic impacts of COVID-19, the firm has created a Recovery Playbook for municipal leaders.
