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FleetForce Truck Driving School Now Open in Venice, Florida

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Thursday, August 25, 2022
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FleetForce Truck Driving School today announced the opening of its newest training facility in Venice, Florida, as the company continues to meet the demand for new truck drivers nationwide.

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  • FleetForce Truck Driving School today announced the opening of its newest training facility in Venice, Florida, as the company continues to meet the demand for new truck drivers nationwide.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220825005432/en/
    The new FleetForce location in Venice, Florida, is on the campus of State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota, and is the second program launched in collaboration with the college.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Students enrolling in the CDL school can attend tuition-free through a unique pre-hire program a collaboration between FleetForce, Florida Trucking Association and State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota.
  • FleetForce Truck Driving School is the fastest-growing CDL school in Florida.

Eye Health America Announces Newest Acquisition of Bradenton Eye Clinic

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Thursday, July 14, 2022
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Eye Health America (EHA), an integrated platform of leading eyecare practices across the Southeastern United States, announced today a new partnership with Bradenton Eye Clinic, the companys 21st partnership since 2018.

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  • Eye Health America (EHA), an integrated platform of leading eyecare practices across the Southeastern United States, announced today a new partnership with Bradenton Eye Clinic, the companys 21st partnership since 2018.
  • Based in Bradenton, FL, Bradenton Eye Clinic (BEC) and its founder, Dr. Liaquat Allarakhia, MD have been providing medical and surgical ophthalmic services to the community since 1995.
  • I am extremely excited to partner with Eye Health America and look forward to a future that will bring a considerable amount of resources, said Dr. Allarakhia.
  • Eye Health America (EHA) was formed in 2018 by the partnership between LLR Partners, a growth- focused private equity firm, Clemson Eye and The Eye Associates.

FleetForce President Tra Williams Appointed to Florida’s Commission for Independent Education

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022
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FleetForce Truck Driving School Owner and President Tra Williams has been appointed by Florida Gov.

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  • FleetForce Truck Driving School Owner and President Tra Williams has been appointed by Florida Gov.
  • Ron DeSantis to serve on the states Commission for Independent Education.
  • Established in 2001, the Commission for Independent Education oversees the licensure of independent, nonpublic postsecondary educational institutions in Florida including technical schools, healthcare academies, truck driving schools and other educational programs.
  • Serving Florida for 23 years, FleetForce is licensed by the Florida Department of Education, the Commission for Independent Education, and the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to provide CDL training and testing throughout the state.

FleetForce Truck Driving School Expanding to Venice and Fort Myers

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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FleetForce Truck Driving School announced plans to open two new training facilities in Floridas Gulf Coast region, as the need to get new drivers on the road continues to fuel the companys growth throughout the state.

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  • FleetForce Truck Driving School announced plans to open two new training facilities in Floridas Gulf Coast region, as the need to get new drivers on the road continues to fuel the companys growth throughout the state.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220405006091/en/
    FleetForce Truck Driving School announces plans to expand to two new locations in Florida.
  • FleetForce Truck Driving School, based in Winter Haven, Florida, is the fastest growing CDL school in Florida.
  • In February, the third location opened in Palm City with plans to expand to Venice and Fort Myers.

FleetForce Truck Driving School Opens in Palm City

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Monday, March 14, 2022
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FleetForce Truck Driving School today announced the opening of its newest training facility in Palm City, Fla.

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  • FleetForce Truck Driving School today announced the opening of its newest training facility in Palm City, Fla.
  • The driving school will be onsite at Armellini Logistics, one of the largest CDL employers in the area.
  • FleetForce Truck Driving School, based in Winter Haven, Fla., is the fastest growing CDL school in Florida.
  • In February, the third location opened in Palm City with plans to expand to other areas of the state as the demand for truck drivers increases.

St. Petersburg College and partners leading the charge to address nursing shortages

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Monday, January 3, 2022
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Jan. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Florida is facing a critical nursing shortage and St. Petersburg College (SPC) and its partners are taking a solutions-based approach to fixing the problem.

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  • ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Jan. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Florida is facing a critical nursing shortage and St. Petersburg College (SPC) and its partners are taking a solutions-based approach to fixing the problem.
  • To address the issue, SPC recently gathered more than 50 regional stakeholders - including leaders from hospitals, education institutions, nursing associations and government officials - to discuss solutions to problems contributing to the decline.
  • Taking Action to Address the Critical Nursing Shortage in Tampa Bay was hosted by St. Petersburg College, Pasco-Hernando State College, State College of Florida and Hillsborough Community College.
  • "Everyone has been having solo discussions on how to address the nursing shortage," said Dr. Louisana Louis, Dean of SPC's College of Nursing.

Flatiron School and State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Announce Bootcamp For Students Looking to Launch a Career in Tech

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021
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"This is an exciting partnership that has the potential to change lives in a very profound way," said Kate Cassino, CEO of Flatiron School.

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  • "This is an exciting partnership that has the potential to change lives in a very profound way," said Kate Cassino, CEO of Flatiron School.
  • "Whether you're trying to reskill into another career or upskill to expand your current career path, these bootcamps are an attractive option for those looking to break into tech."
  • Flatiron School is an education innovator, teaching students in-demand tech skills such as software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and product design.
  • When it comes to landing a job, Flatiron School graduates have a proven track record of success thanks to experienced instructors, and dedicated career coaches.