Business Digest 12/05/2018

Nye Commons ribbon cutting
A ribbon cutting took place Nov. 28 at Nye Commons, 4839 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, for numerous businesses. They are:

• OTB: Only the Best restaurant
• Board & Brush: Wood décor projects, with beer and wine selections
• Allure Spa & Nails: A designer, full-service nail salon
• Color & Co: Luxury boutique, full-service hair salon
• Keystone Title Agency: Third location in Tampa Bay
• Great Florida Insurance: Beau Barry Multiple Agency Owner
• Nye Commercial Advisors: Full-service commercial real estate brokerage firm.

Networking Group mixer
The East Pasco Networking Group will have its Christmas Mixer on Dec. 13 starting at 6 p.m., at the IHOP, at 13100 U.S. 301 in Dade City. Keynote speakers will be Chris and Tammi Dester, and Pastor Scott Lindner. Those attending are encouraged to bring family members, and everyone  pays for their own meals. Please RSVP to the group chair, Nils Lenz, at (813) 782-9491 or nilslenz@gmail.com , or Vicky Jones at (813) 431-1149. 

Memory Lane Cottage open house
Memory Lane Cottage, at 5175 Cypress Preserve in Tampa, is hosting a “Celebrating the Holidays” open house on Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will feature tours, food and beverages. Those visiting can meet the management team of the memory care facility, which offers a luxury setting. To RSVP: Call (813) 632-1270.

Dade City Chamber business breakfast
The Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce will have a business meeting Dec. 18 from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., at The Edwinola, 14235 Edwinola Way in Dade City. The Edwinola is sponsoring the breakfast. The cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Anyone wishing to attend must RSVP. For more information, visit DadeCityChamber.org, or call (352) 567-3769.

Power Gals of Land O’ Lakes
The Power Gals of Land O’ Lakes are set to meet Dec. 20, at 11 a.m., at Pizza Villa, at 21501 Village Lakes Shopping Center Drive in Land O’ Lakes.

This is a networking group for local business women in Land O’ Lakes. It is focused on helping members to grow professionally and to foster friendships.

The group’s mission is to bring together entrepreneurs and business women with distinct mindsets.

The group plans to meet at least once a month for lunch at Pizza Villa in order to create stronger bonds with each other and to have a nice time as professional friends.

Small Business Saturday success
Communities across the country came together to celebrate the ninth annual Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24. Total reported spending among U.S. consumers who said they shopped at independent retailers and restaurants on the day reached a record high of an estimated $17.8 billion, according to data released today from the 2018 Small Business Saturday Consumer Insights Survey from American Express and the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).

Urban Land Institute study
The Pasco County Commission has approved an agreement with the Urban Land Institute to conduct a two-day technical assistance panel to assess the best market uses for the Overpass Business Park. The cost of the study is $20,000.

The study involves a parcel of approximately 100 acres at 7529 Old Pasco Road in Zephyrhills.

The property has been designated for a business park with targeted industrial and office development entitlements, which are expected to create 8,400 jobs, with total annual salaries exceeding $212 million.

Pasco County offers impact fee calculator
The Pasco County Department of Development Services is now offering an online impact fee calculator to provide easily accessible information on the estimated impact fees for residential property. Impact fees are charged for new construction. To access the online calculator, go to the Impact Calculator Link, bit.ly/PascoIFC, and then enter your parcel ID and click submit.

Pasco EDC activity report
The Pasco Economic Development Council (EDC) has issued its final fiscal year 2017/2018 activity report. It shows:

• 576 new jobs were created (short of the goal of 1,000)
• $95.6 million in capital was invested, exceeding the target of $90 million
• Nine microloans were approved, out of 14 applications submitted in 2018, bringing the total to 46
• 79 classes and events were held, attracting 558 participants

The report has many more details and can be obtained from the Pasco EDC Nov. 26 Monday Cup O’ News, available under the Media Center link on the Pasco EDC’s website, PascoEdc.com.

Allied Universal hiring event
Allied Universal, a leading facility services company and the largest security force in North America, is having a hiring event in Tampa on Dec. 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the company’s branch office at 4200 West Cypress St., Suite 550.

Qualified candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalency
• Be at least 18 (or 21 for positions that require driving)
• Successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation and pre-employment drug/alcohol test
  • Display exceptional customer service and communication skills

Company benefits include medical and dental coverage, life insurance, 401(k) and bonus plans, holidays and more. Allied Universal is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

Learn more about Allied Universal career opportunities at https://jobs.aus.com/.

Zephyrhills Chamber breakfast meeting
The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce has its monthly breakfast meeting on the first Thursday of each month at 7 a.m., at Golden Corral, 6877 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills. Admission is $8 for members and $10 for visitors. Cash, check and debit/credit are accepted. For more information, call the chamber at (813) 782-1913.

Need help launching your business?
The Pasco Enterprise Network (PEN) is a countywide partnership to help small and growing businesses find the guidance, assistance and resources they need to grow and prosper. No matter what challenges your business is facing, the network connects small business owners and entrepreneurs to professionals who can offer the help they need to grow, including consulting, education and technical assistance in a variety of areas and subjects. To find out more, visit PascoEnterprise.com/pen-partners.

Looking for a business mentor?
Pasco-Hernando Score is a good source of information regarding possible mentors to help you as build your small business. Find out more by visiting PascoHernando.score.org.