It all began with four souls looking to satisfy a hunger craving… The creators of Pala Snacks, Nick Congelossi, Nicole Congelossi, Joshua Nafman and Paola Nafman, did not all just wake up one morning with a business plan to sell keto friendly bars. It was a rather gradual process that happened and was a product of their personal journeys in the world of health and … [Read more...]
Growing Innovation Ecosystem in and around Lake Nona
We all know about the Lake Nona Medical and Sports City plans, but not all might know about another nearby development in our region: The NeoCity, the new advanced manufacturing facility 15 minutes southwest of Medical City. We moved to Orlando six years back to join the startup that is Lake Nona. On our first visit here for my wife's interview with the brand new UCF College … [Read more...]
Orlando Fisher House at VA Medical Center Lake Nona
Because A Family’s Love Is Good Medicine – this is the motto of the Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher House Foundation, established in 1993. A Fisher House is “a home away from home” for families of patients receiving medical care at major military and Veteran’s Affairs (VA) Medical Centers. I can describe first-hand the truth and power of that statement. As a … [Read more...]
An Inspirational Story – The American Dream in Lake Nona
As I enter Planet Smoothie, I notice a sign on the door offering a discount to military, police, and firefighters: “Thank you for your service – we salute you!” I'm there to interview Heidi Bedell, a Lake Nona resident with an inspiring story. Heidi was born in Korea and lived as an orphan in her youngest years. She was transitioned from home to home until she ended up … [Read more...]
The Winning Culture of the Lake Nona Publix
I teach a customer service class to corporate and government clients. Fairly early in the material, students are asked to name companies that give the best customer service. Two names have been at the top of the list of responses 100 percent of the time. Those two companies are Chick-fil-A and Publix Supermarkets. If you are a Floridian (especially a native), Publix is in … [Read more...]
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