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Terry RoenFebruary 13, 2017

Valentine’s Day spending is expected to be a little less sweet this year, dipping for the first time in a decade, according to an annual consumer survey. Consumers plan to keep their budgets in check as they spend $10 less on gifts. Also, fewer people say they will celebrate the holiday this year. “The slight decrease […]

Staff ReportsFebruary 10, 2017

The Florida Retail Federation has hired Scott Shalley as its next president and chief executive officer. He replaces Randy Miller who is retiring, the federation said, and also will direct the Georgia Retail Association. Shalley will be the sixth person to lead the federation during its 80-year history. Word of the impending development first appeared […]

Mitch PerryFebruary 2, 2017

Gov. Rick Scott and state of Florida are joining a lawsuit against Miami Beach over an attempt by the city to ultimately raise its minimum wage to $13.31 an hour. After Miami Beach approved a measure last year raising its minimum wage ordinance, Mayor Philip Levine predicted the state would challenge the proposal in court. Levine said the ordinance violates […]

Jenna Buzzacco-FoersterFebruary 2, 2017

The average cost of a Super Bowl party is down slightly in 2017, but the Florida Retail Federation doesn’t think that will stop Floridians from going all out this weekend. Florida families are expected to spend an average of $75 per person to watch Super Bowl LI between the Atlanta Falcons and the New England […]

Terry RoenNovember 15, 2016

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Forecasters are predicting a robust holiday shopping season for Florida retailers. The Florida Retail Federation, the trade association representing the state’s retailers, is predicting a 4 percent increase in sales for Sunshine State retailers, expected to outpace the national average of between 3.3 and 3.5 percent. Florida benefits from 100 million tourists visiting the state […]

Staff ReportsOctober 14, 2016

With just a few weeks until the election, organizations across the state are rolling out endorsements for state and federal candidates. Several organizations — the Florida Retail Federation, Florida Conservation Voters, and the NRA Political Victory Fund — issued endorsements. — Neal Dunn has received the backing of the NRA Political Victory Fund. “As a staunch […]

Staff ReportsOctober 13, 2016

The Florida Retail Federation Political Action Committee has endorsed Democrat Loranne Ausley for House District 9. “Loranne supported retailers during her previous term in the House, and we’re eager to work with her again as the new representative for District 9,” FRF President and CEO Randy Miller said in a Thursday statement. Ausley faces Republican candidate and Tallahassee attorney Jim […]

Staff ReportsOctober 11, 2016

The Florida Retail Federation is backing Ross Spano in House District 59. The trade association announced Tuesday it had endorsed Spano, a Dover Republican, in his re-election bid. “During his time in the House, Ross has been focused on small businesses and providing them the support they need to succeed,” said Randy Miller, the president […]

Staff ReportsOctober 10, 2016

The Florida Retail Federation has thrown its support behind John Couriel in House District 114. “John spent time as a prosecutor protecting Floridians and their businesses from crime,” said FRF President and CEO Randy Miller. “We look forward to John continuing his fighting ways as a member of the Florida House and working to support […]

Peter SchorschOctober 5, 2016

The Florida Retail Federation announced Wednesday they are endorsing State Rep. Frank Artiles in the race for Senate District 40. “Frank has been a friend of retailing during his years as an influential member of the Florida House, and as a small business owner he understands the impact that onerous regulations can have in impacting […]

Tag: Florida Retail Federation

Valentine’s Day not as sweet for Florida retailers; spending expected to decrease

Florida Retail Federation installs Scott Shalley as president and CEO

In Miami Beach minimum wage fight, Philip Levine tells Rick Scott ‘I’ll see you court’

Florida families will each spend at least $75 on Super Bowl festivities, retailers say

Holiday retail forecast bright

Endorsement Watch: Florida Retail Federation, Florida Conservation Voters, NRA issue endorsements

Retailers endorse Loranne Ausley in HD 9

FRF endorses Ross Spano in HD 59

Florida Retail Federation backs John Couriel in HD 114

Florida Retail Federation endorses Frank Artiles in SD 40