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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - - Jacksonville, Fla. based mpbr Group continues to expand its real estate marketing practice by offering public relations and brand development strategy, tools and tactics that are comparable in scope, results and service to larger firms, but at lower fees and costs. From a media release on a deal or hire to pitching the positive impact of redevelopment on urban centers, to unveiling the latest technology that's changing the CRE landscape or announcing mergers and acquisitions, the mbpr Group creates and launches corporate branding, thought leadership and project-specific marketing communications that drive results and help move clients' businesses forward. "The scope of work varies based on needs, objectives and budget. We don't sell, we tell, we inform, we steer influence and persuade by reaching targeted audiences. PR can be many things, but mostly it is about creating timely content. Knowing how and where to connect effectively; it is about...

Developer accepting lot contracts in newest neighborhood ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH, Fla. – McGarvey Residential Communities has been creating neighborhoods for Florida residents to call home for many years, including the much-anticipated Ocean Ridge in St. Augustine Beach. Focused on careful planning and preservation of the surrounding natural environment McGarvey ensures that future homeowners will live comfortably for years to come. The developer is accepting contracts for a limited number of pristine lots. Located at Mickler Road and 11th Street, Ocean Ridge blends a Florida beach-style architecture with lake views and a private swim club and one of the last planned communities on Anastasia Island. “Developing neighborhoods like Ocean Ridge is a passion project of mine,” said developer Jay McGarvey. “We are fortunate to already have three great builders in the community, Riverside Homes, Landon Homes and SH Design. With roads paved and all horizontal improvements...

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. – The Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC), the leading certifier of green projects in the state, recently honored Charlotte County for maintaining their Bronze Level certification under its “Florida Green” Local Government Certification Program. “Charlotte County is committed to protecting our natural resources and preserving our beautiful county. Our goal of a more sustainable future is driven by our Mission, to be the energy in making this a beautiful and enriching place to live, and by our Stewardship Vision: being committed to being good stewards of our resources,” noted Julia C. Galofre, Building Code and Sustainability Specialist. FGBC Executive Director C.J. Davila presented the award at a county commission meeting earlier this month in Port Charlotte. Since the local program was launched, 68 Florida municipalities have achieved certification, with 20 others registered and in the process of certification.  Charlotte County Governmen...

Kenneth F. Bernstein NEW YORK – The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), announced that Kenneth F. Bernstein, President and Chief Executive Officer of Acadia Realty Trust, has been elected by ICSC’s Board of Trustees to serve as the organization’s  Chairman for the 2017-2018 term. Bernstein is the ICSC’s 58th Chairman, succeeding Elizabeth I. Holland, CEO of Abbell Associates LLC. The President and Co-founder of Acadia Realty Trust, a real estate investment trust specializing in the acquisition, redevelopment and management of open air retail properties, Bernstein oversees over 180 properties totaling approximately $4.5 billion in gross value. With a strong focus on developing a location-driven real estate portfolio, Acadia has assets in New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Washington D.C. and Boston among other holdings in the Midwest, Northeast and down the East Coast. Prior to co-founding Acadia, Mr. Bernstein served as Chief Operating Officer of RD Capital u...

FORT PIERCE, Fla. – The Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC), the leading certifier of green projects in the state, recently honored St. Lucie County for achieving a Silver Level of “Florida Green” certification in a recent ceremony in Fort Pierce. FGBC Executive Director C.J. Davila presented the award to the county. FGBC’s Green Local Government Certification program is the only one of its type in the state endorsed by the Florida Legislature, the Florida League of Cities and the Florida League of Mayors. “St. Lucie County has a long history in doing what we can to protect our natural resources whether it’s water-quality issues such as our oyster and artificial reef programs or building environmentally-sound facilities such as our Emergency Operations Center,” said St. Lucie County Commission Chairman Chris Dzadovsky. “We do these things because it is the right thing to do for the planet, as well as our future generations. But it is rewarding when an outside, independ...

  PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Crossman & Company, one of the Southeast’s largest retail leasing, property management and investment sales firms, has negotiated the sale of Pine Forest Shopping Center, a 66,827-square foot retail center in Pensacola, Fla.   Crossman & Company’s Managing Director Brian Carolan represented the Miami based seller during the sale to a private investor in the $1.4 million transaction. The new owner plans to invest significant capital to reposition the property.   The center located at 7859 Pine Forest Road sits on over 9 acres and is the site of a former Food World supermarket. Current tenants include Pinch A Penny and Subway.   “The center received significant interest from developers intent on taking advantage of the site’s visibility along Pine Forest Road and convenient access to Interstate 10,” noted Carolan.   For more information contact Brian Carolan at (407) 581-6242 or bcarolan@crossman...

   Developer accepting lot contracts in newest neighborhood ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH, Fla.  – McGarvey Residential Communities has been creating neighborhoods for Florida residents to call home for many years, including the much-anticipated Ocean Ridge in St. Augustine Beach. Focused on careful planning and preservation of the surrounding natural environment McGarvey ensures that future homeowners will live comfortably for years to come. The developer is accepting contracts for a limited number of pristine lots. Located at Mickler Road and 11th Street, Ocean Ridge blends a Florida beach-style architecture with lake views and a private swim club and one of the last planned communities on Anastasia Island. “Developing neighborhoods like Ocean Ridge is a passion project of mine,” said developer Jay McGarvey. “We are fortunate to already have three great builders in the community, Riverside Homes, Landon Homes and SH Design. With roads paved and all horizontal improvemen...