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Broward Jobs: By the Numbers

Statistics released by the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance indicated that Broward County added 25,500 jobs from April to May. The category that added the most jobs was construction (9,000), followed by financial activities (4,200), professional/business services (4,200), manufacturing (3,000), and transportation/trade/utilities (2,700).
All industries, of course, lost jobs over the year as the effects of COVID-19 continue to be felt. Leisure and hospitality took the hardest hit in May, with a job decrease of 46 percent, representing 45,500 less jobs. The job report indicated a 16 percent unemployment rate in Broward. The May unemployment rate in Palm Beach County was 14.1 percent; in Miami-Dade County, it was 11.3 percent.

 

The Safe & Clean Pledge

In support of Broward County’s hospitality industry and business community, Visit Lauderdale launched the Safe & Clean pledge in collaboration with the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance, the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce. Stacy Ritter, president and CEO of Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, explains:
“With this pledge, every tourism-related business in Broward County can let guests see that you have adopted Safe & Clean protocols. Together we can instill confidence among residents and travelers and most importantly, help stop the spread of COVID-19 so we can continue to welcome visitors. 
“As part of the pledge, we have joined the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance in supporting the newly launched Supporter of Broward campaign, which has a strong focus on encouraging everyone to be safe while supporting local businesses. You’ll be seeing variations of the campaign throughout the area with signage including, ‘Wear a Mask Like an SOB,’ ‘I’m an SOB,’ ‘Shop Like an SOB,’ ‘Eat Like an SOB’ and more.”
SOBs pledge to: 
• Follow CDC cleaning protocols.
• Wear masks.
• Provide hand sanitizer.
• Practice social distancing.
• Train staff how to be safe and clean.
• Work toward contactless payment.

 

A Plan for Emerald Hills

Renowned developer Ari Pearl and Mickey Taillard are proposing to revamp the golf course and clubhouse facilities at Hollywood’s legendary The Club at Emerald Hills. In addition, the two Emerald Hills residents are proposing to construct new residences spread out within five parcels on the 167-acre golf course. The suggested plan, which would build on less than 10 percent of the existing golf course, features a redesign of that 18-hole layout by Nicklaus Design, the firm founded by Jack Nicklaus; a state-of-the-art clubhouse; and residential offerings that include 416 luxury rental units, 30 townhomes and 40 golf villas. Award-winning architect Kobi Karp has been retained for the project.
“This redevelopment will play a major role in making The Club at Emerald Hills once again a focal point of the South Florida community,” Pearl said. “It will improve the standard of living in The Club at Emerald Hills’ immediate and surrounding areas, as well as increase property values and help preserve the course for future generations to enjoy.”

 

Alina Generates Buzz in Boca

Construction at Alina Residences Boca Raton, which topped off earlier this year, has reached 70 percent completion. Though the 121 residences aren’t slated for delivery until the first quarter of 2021, interest in the nine-story project—developed by El-Ad National Properties and being brought to life by Moss Construction—continues to build. During a recent 45-day window, sales exceeded $12 million.
Uniquely set amid 9 acres of lush green spaces in the heart of an emerging downtown scene, Alina promises a residential experience unlike anything ever before seen in Boca. Its thoughtfully conceived collection of private residences, villas and penthouses—all overlooking the golf course at venerable Boca Raton Resort & Club—feature open-concept floor plans with artful design details, gourmet Scavolini kitchens and cutting-edge technology.
Residents also have access to some 32,000 square feet of exclusive outdoor spaces, including a rooftop pool deck, reflection gardens, shaded pathways, and a dog park. Amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, a club room for hosting private events, and an in-house spa.
“Alina holds true to its vision of well-designed luxury residences complemented with wellness-centered amenities and plentiful green space,” said Noam Ziv, executive director of development at El-Ad National Properties. “The success of the development reflects a high-quality product and a growing interest in spacious luxury condominiums, perfectly positioned in … Boca Raton.”

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Drew Limsky

Drew Limsky

Editor-in-Chief

BIOGRAPHY

Drew Limsky joined Lifestyle Media Group in August 2020 as Editor-in-Chief of South Florida Business & Wealth. His first issue of SFBW, October 2020, heralded a reimagined structure, with new content categories and a slew of fresh visual themes. “As sort of a cross between Forbes and Robb Report, with a dash of GQ and Vogue,” Limsky says, “SFBW reflects South Florida’s increasingly sophisticated and dynamic business and cultural landscape.”

Limsky, an avid traveler, swimmer and film buff who holds a law degree and Ph.D. from New York University, likes to say, “I’m a doctor, but I can’t operate—except on your brand.” He wrote his dissertation on the nonfiction work of Joan Didion. Prior to that, Limsky received his B.A. in English, summa cum laude, from Emory University and earned his M.A. in literature at American University in connection with a Masters Scholar Award fellowship.

Limsky came to SFBW at the apex of a storied career in journalism and publishing that includes six previous lead editorial roles, including for some of the world’s best-known brands. He served as global editor-in-chief of Lexus magazine, founding editor-in-chief of custom lifestyle magazines for Cadillac and Holland America Line, and was the founding editor-in-chief of Modern Luxury Interiors South Florida. He also was the executive editor for B2B magazines for Acura and Honda Financial Services, and he served as travel editor for Conde Nast. Magazines under Limsky’s editorship have garnered more than 75 industry awards.

He has also written for many of the country’s top newspapers and magazines, including The New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Miami Herald, Boston Globe, USA Today, Worth, Robb Report, Afar, Time Out New York, National Geographic Traveler, Men’s Journal, Ritz-Carlton, Elite Traveler, Florida Design, Metropolis and Architectural Digest Mexico. His other clients have included Four Seasons, Acqualina Resort & Residences, Yahoo!, American Airlines, Wynn, Douglas Elliman and Corcoran. As an adjunct assistant professor, Limsky has taught journalism, film and creative writing at the City University of New York, Pace University, American University and other colleges.