Startup Okaloosa

02/17/2026

Check out the newest article by Kelly Murphy-Redd, spotlighting Claire Bible, Owner of Ardent Performance! Learn how Claire is redefining the gym experience with a supportive, welcoming environment for all. Read the full story on Startup Okaloosa: https://www.startupokaloosa.com/spotlight/ardent-performance

02/05/2026

Calling all entrepreneurs and small business owners! There’s still time for some first-class training - right here in Okaloosa!

01/07/2026

Join Florida SBDC at UWF on January 28th for their next webinar: A roadmap to Small Business Funding! This session will give you valuable insights to help you secure the resources your business needs to succeed. Click the link to sign up: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/a-roadmap-to-small-business-funding-5a1eVOCBZef/overview

11/05/2025

Join Florida SBDC at UWF Tomorrow at 9:00 AM for a must attend virtual panel discussing Small Business Financing, perfect for small business owners looking for a better understanding of funding options! Check out the link below to get signed up: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/connect-to-capital-5a1eVOBG6mJ/overview

09/18/2025

We are excited to announce the fourth edition of our Veteran Entrepreneur Video Series! In this episode, we feature Captain Gary Jarvis, U.S. Air Force Veteran, former Mayor of Destin, and Owner of Boat Owners Assist & Training (B.O.A.T). Hear how his military experience impacted his entrepreneur journey and the vital lessons he's learned along the way.

Be sure to share with anyone who may be considering starting a business! Captain Jarvis's story is sure one to inspire!

Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJblLHRWtDQ

06/10/2025

🚨 Last Chance! Our next webinar is TOMORROW!

🗓️ Leadership in the Mirror – Challenging the Leader’s Mindset
🕙 June 11 | 10:00 AM DST
🎙️ With LEADERSHIPTEN™: Mark Noon, Robb Schiefer & Dianne Guthmuller

🔗 Don’t miss out – register now: https://ow.ly/IO6q50VV4tO

06/06/2025

👥 Don’t miss our next webinar:
Leadership in the Mirror – Challenging the Leader’s Mindset
🗓️ June 11 | 🕙 10AM DST
With LEADERSHIPTEN™: Mark Noon, Robb Schiefer & Dianne Guthmuller
🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/ZeMC50VV4mA

06/02/2025

How does your mindset shape your leadership?
Join us June 11 at 10AM DST for Leadership in the Mirror with LEADERSHIPTEN™.
Mark Noon, Robb Schiefer & Dianne Guthmuller will lead the way.
🔗 Register: https://ow.ly/VINP50VV4eY

05/27/2025

📢 Our 4th Professional Webinar Series is June 11 at 10AM DST!
Topic: Leadership in the Mirror – Challenging the Leader’s Mindset
Led by Mark Noon, Robb Schiefer & Dianne Guthmuller of LEADERSHIPTEN™.
🔗 Register: https://ow.ly/zhaw50VV47l

05/22/2025

Curious about why Florida stands out for new businesses? Check out the article below to find out more!

More than 630,000 new businesses were started in Florida in 2024.

05/20/2025

We're pleased to announce our 4th Professional Webinar Series with LEADERSHIPTEN™, happening June 11 at 10:00 AM DST. The session, Leadership in the Mirror – Challenging the Leader’s Mindset. Register here: https://ow.ly/hio450VV2lk

10/16/2024

Love a good entrepreneurial success story? Then you will truly enjoy Kelly Murphy-Redd's spotlight of Rob Calley, Owner of Backridge Tree Service. A USAF veteran, and the only Board Certified Master Arborist in the Panhandle, his story is truly inspiring! Check it out here:

Backridge Tree Service: Always Aspiring to Great Heights You think you know a little something about a person. Then you find out how little you do know. There are so many interesting stories out there and Rob Calley, owner of Backridge Tree Service, is one of them. Born in Liberia, Africa. Rob’s ...