MDBC Trade and Logistics Committee Draws more than 100 Participants The most recent MDBC Trade & Logistics Committee meeting was hosted by FedEx on August 2, 2018. The meeting began with setting the tone for a discussion on the “jobs of the future” in an industry...
The 238 communities seeking to be home to Amazon’s second headquarters are participating in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Creating up to 50,000 new jobs, paying $100,000 average salaries, Amazon’s HQ2 promises an economic burst that could fundamentally change the region’s business landscape.
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The Beacon Council Economic Development Foundation is pleased to announce the release of the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development of the Talent Bridge Miami Portal. This regional platform will strengthen employer engagement, improve resident access to high-quality training opportunities, and align educational and community partners around measurable workforce outcomes. Qualified firms with expertise in data-intensive, AI-enabled platforms are encouraged to apply.
This initiative is a central component of Miami-Dade County’s talent and competitiveness strategy and represents an important investment in the region’s long-term workforce infrastructure.
Interested firms should review the RFP and submit proposals by the published deadline.
June 5th 2025
Michael Miller Interviews Paula Hopkins from Beacon Council and Julie Robison of SDWVA
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Carnival Corp. Announces Miami Site for New Headquarters; Shoreside Changes for Brands
