Monthly Archives: December 2015

Imagine being able to walk through the rooms of a new apartment without physically setting foot in it. That's what Neoscape, a creative marketing agency from Boston, does for real estate companies and shopping center developers, like Westfield malls, using the screen of an iPhone or iPad. Read More
Each month Hillsborough County hosts a networking event that puts a human centered spin on Tampa Bay area networking. Homebrew Hillsborough provides an exceptional opportunity for small businesses, entrepreneurs and innovators to come together, to network and to share ideas. Not only does Homebrew Hillsborough present an exceptional networking opportunity,… Read More
Tampa Bay is a win/win location for technology-related companies. That’s a bold statement, but it’s true. Technology, especially IT, is what’s putting Tampa Bay on the national technology map and positioning our area as a tech contender. Why? There are a number of reasons. It’s time to “toot our own… Read More
The vision for smooth traffic flow guided by technology is one step closer to becoming a reality in Tampa with a $17 million contract from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) to begin testing connected cars along Meridian Drive and the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway. Read More
The rebounding economy of 2015 may be the "big" story of the business year. I like specifics, though, and you probably do, too. Here are six key events or trends that took place this calendar year that will do much to shape the future direction and momentum of our area… Read More
Moments after Dr. Mae C. Jemison stepped on stage Thursday morning at the Tampa Convention Center, she had the audience hanging on her every word. The former NASA astronaut and first African-American woman in space spoke to nearly 4,300 people about empowerment and racial and gender issues in STEM programs. She… Read More
Is Tampa Bay doing a good job of supporting entrepreneurship and innovative business start-ups? A new effort may shed some critical light on how the regional "entrepreneurial ecosystem" works and whether there are some key gaps that need attention. Read More
Jabil Circuit Inc. is building out a research and development lab in St. Petersburg that will house engineers working on wearable technology Read More
The most recognizable name on the internet is bringing a new technology to Tampa Bay: Google is seeking applications for multiple roles in Tampa Bay. Hilton Hotels, a local marketing agency and other businesses are also hiring for part- and full-time positions in the Tampa Bay area in December 2015. Read More
I’ve been dabbling with the idea of using a new prototyping tool for a while now. In the past I’ve usedMarvel App which is great because it’s easy to create and share your prototypes. Plus, it’s web based and free. Although Marvel (and InVision etc) offer quick and easy solutions they… Read More