Startup Economy Series

Elton Rivas considered two factors when deciding whether to lay down business roots in Jacksonville: enjoyable surroundings and cold, hard data.As part of…

Jefferson West Rall has spent his entire professional advertising career in Jacksonville with the philosophy that relationships define where you work and…

One Spark is a festival for creators to get funding for their projects, but as one local business can attest, being a One Spark creator isn't all about…

Paige Calvert left Jacksonville because of a lack of opportunity. When she returned, she became part of a group that is creating opportunities in the city…

People involved in downtown’s startup economy often talk about building an ecosystem.Elton Rivas, who’s a part of many of downtown Jacksonville’s startup…

Darren Bounds opened and closed his first two businesses in Jacksonville, but the city's business climate and talent pool has kept him here since 2008.As…

Jacksonville may be struggling to get locals to spend more time downtown, but it’s finding some success with small startup businesses.It’s a giant leap to…

Carl Smith grew up in Jacksonville, and the community of innovators and entrepreneurs he helped start is one of the reasons he is still here.As part of…

The growing list of young entrepreneurs calling Jacksonville home is garnering national attention. This week, WJCT will look at the people and…