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NEW YORK -- Crossman & Company, one of the Southeast’s largest retail leasing, property management and investment sales firms, will be well represented at the International Council of Shopping Centers’ (ICSC) second largest conference. ICSC is expecting a record crowd at next week’s ICSC New York Deal Making show at the Javits Convention Center. Crossman & Company President John Crossman, Managing Director Mark Thompson and Senior Associate Sherri Mann will be in Booth #2578 at the show, Dec. 6-7. The industry has entered a period of transformation,” noted Crossman. “With broader retail market growth at a pace of three percent annually, many landlords and owners in the Southeast are searching for ways to increase profit while expanding growth and market share.” While retail spending continues to appear robust, Crossman & Company helps clients in seven states anticipate uncertainty by evaluating potential risks and rewards that should be part of an overall marketi...

PONTE VEDRA, Fla. – LandSouth Construction, an award-winning Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in senior housing, multifamily and mixed-use development, has begun construction on Starling at Nocatee Independent Living, a senior living community in Nocatee. “We are excited to be working with a developer like Starling. Their communities continue to raise the bar for an aging generation of residents by incorporating the best programs and amenities,” noted LandSouth President James Pyle. “Residents will be able to enjoy tranquil surroundings, picturesque landscapes, and resort-style services.” Jacksonville, Fla.-based Starling is a vertically integrated owner, operator, and developer of best-in-class senior living communities offering a vibrant lifestyle and receive the highest standard of care. The community is being designed by Rosemann & Associates of Kansas City, MO. Since 1987, the firm has focused on designing the backdrop for life by actively stud...

KISSIMMEE, Fla. (November 13, 2017) - Let the countdown begin: Black Friday 2017 is on its way! Get ready for the best Black Friday deals at The LOOP in Kissimmee. Today, The LOOP revealed exciting plans for Black Friday, including the lowest prices ever on some of the hottest gifts and must-have products from favorite and iconic brands for the upcoming holidays. It all kicks off very early, 6 a.m., Friday, Nov. 24 with Crossman & Company, the LOOP’s management team on hand with a free shopping bag full of coupons, giveaways and special door buster deals. The LOOP will make Black Friday deals even sweeter for the first 300 shoppers who visit the Early Shopper’s Tent being manned by Crossman & Company “elves” in front of the Regal Cinemas. One lucky shopper will win a $500 gift card hidden in one of the totes and over 20 shoppers will win up to $75 in gift cards from The LOOP’s retailers! Beyond the day’s big shopping event, these pre-sunrise guests at The LOOP will f...

Villas at Caliza Courts ALYS BEACH, Fla. -   Alys Beach Construction was honored with six prestigious AURORA Awards, including four for Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) “Florida Green” certified homes, during the Southeast Building Conference (SEBC) in Orlando. “FGBC members work every day to make homes more sustainable, healthier and happier living environments, setting an example for what is possible in green building throughout the state,” said FGBC President Jeremy Nelson. “I commend the commitment and leadership in sustainable building from these recipients.” This year’s competition drew 400 entries in 55 categories, including single-family homes, custom homes, multifamily projects, kitchen and bath design, interior detailing, and interior merchandising. “It was a great night for Alys Beach, a mixed-use, traditional neighborhood on Scenic 30-A fronting the Gulf of Mexico, and these remarkable “Florida Green” homes,” noted FGBC member and Alys Beach Certifying ...

ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH, Fla. - Members of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) are celebrating Professional Women in Building (PWB) Week highlighting the many contributions women make to the residential construction industry. St. Augustine’s Cora Johnston tops the “A” list of area industry leaders. Starting in traditional residential sales, then as a builder’s sales representative, followed by management positions and now as owner of her custom construction firm, Generation Homes. “I always say, ‘Be conscious of the conscious and subconscious goals you set for yourself,’" Johnston said in a recent interview. “I was 12 years old. I’ve loved homes my whole life. And since I got into the homebuilding industry, there has never been a day when I didn’t want to go to work.” Now building distinct coastal style homes in Sea View on 28 lots on AIA in St. Augustine Beach, Generation Homes also builds custom homes in premier communities along the First Coast from Ponte Vedr...

TALLAHASSEE – The storm may be over, but the worst may be yet to come. Unlicensed contractors have taken to the streets in communities devastated by Hurricane Irma, and are preying on vulnerable Floridians. The Florida Home Builders Association (FHBA) urges Floridians affected by Hurricane Irma to be on the lookout for dishonest individuals posing as licensed contractors. “Hurricane victims should be on alert for unlicensed contractors, especially door-to-door solicitors, that require large sums of money up front,” said Jeremy Stewart, President of the FHBA and a Crestview home builder. “Licensed contractors will show proof of insurance and licensure, their license can be verified with the State of Florida, and they will never ask for money up front.” Unlicensed contracting is illegal, and it can be easily avoided if the appropriate precautions are taken. FHBA, a member of the Disaster Contractors Network, encourages homeowners to follow these safety measures: • Obtain at ...

JOHN CROSSMAN In "Career Killer/Career Builders" author and lecturer John Crossman brings the depth of his personal and professional experience, that transcends professions and lifestyles, to the surface. The eye-opening book that helps young professionals and college students reach their full potential by avoiding life choices that can cause them to ruin their careers is ranked No. 1 on the 2017 Goodreads Choice Awards and recently won a prestigious Gold Award from the Nonfiction Authors Association. Goodreads has always been about the readers, bringing together authors and their fans in a truly personal way. The Choice Awards are no exception, and is the only major book award decided by readers. The Nonfiction Book Award is a year-round program honoring the best in nonfiction books. Hosted by the Nonfiction Authors Association. Crossman shares his expertise and insight based from his most requested speech, The Top 5 Ways to Get Fired and The Top 5 Ways to Kee...