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...]
Certara Comes to Lake Nona
When we think of pharmaceutical research, it’s easy to imagine scientists in a far-off land tucked away in a secret room. The location for this story: GuideWell Innovation Research. Far off and tucked away? Not so much. Welcome Certara. Certara is the global leader in model-informed drug development and regulatory science. Certara optimizes drug development and improves … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer Awareness Community Town Hall Meeting
On July 6, Guidewell Innovation Center opened its doors to Darren Soto, Florida's 9th District Representative, and his wife, Amanda Soto, for a town hall about breast cancer. The town hall was held to provide the Lake Nona community with information about options available to them if they or someone they know is diagnosed with breast cancer and to provide insight on cancer … [Read more...]
Bringing Cyclists Together
I want to ride my bicycle, I want to ride it well! Well, here is your chance. Nona Cycle is right here in your front yard waiting for you to join the fun. The group is pretty much a relaxed group of individuals with a similar interest: riding bikes. Some for training, some for exercise, some for the social aspects, all for a good time. There is very little that is formal or … [Read more...]
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