In this episode of Small Biz Florida, host Tom Kindred explores the essential realm of trademarks and legal protections with special guests Melissa Jada and Holly McFall, founders of SecureMark Legal. Recorded live at the 2024 Annual Small Business Success Summit, they discuss critical steps small businesses must take to safeguard their brands. The conversation emphasizes the significance of trademarks, dispels common misconceptions about business name registration, and details the comprehensive services offered by SecureMark Legal. This episode highlights the importance of implementing proper legal measures to protect a business's brand and intellectual property.

This podcast episode was recorded live at the Small Business Success Summit hosted at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. This podcast is made possible by the Florida SBDC Network and sponsored by Florida First Capital.

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In this episode of Small Biz Florida, host Tom Kindred sits down with keynote speaker Patric Young at the 2024 Small Business Success Summit in Ponte Vedra, Florida. Patric, a former professional basketball player and now a motivational speaker, shares his inspiring journey from competing under Coach Billy Donovan at the University of Florida to thriving as an entrepreneur. He discusses the significance of mentorship, the challenges he has faced, and how he leverages his experiences to empower others. The episode underscores the importance of networking, continuous learning, and making fiscally responsible decisions to achieve success in business.

This podcast episode was recorded live at the Small Business Success Summit hosted at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. This podcast is made possible by the Florida SBDC Network and sponsored by Florida First Capital.

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• Patric Young

In this episode of Small Biz Florida, host Tom Kindred engages with Lynn McNamee, founder and president of Lone Armadillo Learning, to explore the critical role of employee training in small businesses. Recorded live at the 2024 Small Business Success Summit in Ponte Vedra, Florida, Lynn discusses how professional development is key to not only enhancing skills but also improving employee retention and engagement. She explains how Lone Armadillo Learning provides flexible, independent online learning solutions, perfect for small businesses that may lack dedicated HR resources. The episode dives into the rising demand for training, particularly among millennials and Gen Z, and how small businesses can remain competitive by investing in their workforce.

This podcast episode was recorded live at the Small Business Success Summit hosted at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. This podcast is made possible by the Florida SBDC Network and sponsored by Florida First Capital.

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• Lone Armadillo Learning