Steve Williams, a 30-year construction management veteran, has been named Vice President of Construction, a newly-created position at The Graham Companies, the original developer of the Miami Lakes community.Williams will be responsible for overseeing all of the company’s new construction, both commercial and residential, including new residential development in Town Center and other projects in Miami Lakes Business Park West.Originally...

Entrepreneurs’ Organization South Florida (EO-SOFLO) has appointed Miami Lakes businessman Aaron Lee as its new president to lead the group that fosters entrepreneurship and economic development in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.EO-SOFLO is one of the world’s largest EO chapters with about 180 members who run businesses that account for more than $1 billion in yearly revenues and 30,000 jobs in this region. Worldwide,...

Maria Mendez and her brother Pablo Mendez are the owners of the newest clothing boutique on Main Street, Rush. The store held its grand opening on May 31 at 6709 Main Street, and the opening was a double victory for the owners as it wasn’t only a grand opening of the store but the first location in the United States. The Mendez’s originally hail from Venezuela where they own four Rush boutiques having started their family...

Beginning June 13 and running through August 14, the Summer Youth Employment Program through Career Source South Florida is offering students between the ages of 14-17 the opportunity to gain valuable work experience, employment skills and career advice.Through this initiative, eligible youth residing in Miami-Dade County will earn $9 per hour for 140 hours to include 20 hours of Work Readiness Skills Training. Registration can be completed...

The Graham Companies announced a major renovation of the Cypress Village Shopping Center is underway. Built in 1972 with some of its original tenants still in operation, such as Duke & Dutchess Pat Center and The Beverly Hills Cafe, the update is being welcomed.The renovation involves the design and building of a new 12,000 square-foot building as well as a complete overhaul to the exterior of the existing buildings.The project’s...