Florida Venture Forum Unveils New Study Conducted by The Washington Economics Group, Inc.
The Florida Venture Forum (the Forum) announced today results of a new study conducted by The Washington Economics Group, Inc.® (WEG), a boutique economic consulting firm led by nationally recognized business economist Dr. J. Antonio (Tony) Villamil. The study measured economic impacts of the Forum between 2000 and 2016, and concluded that the organization’s activities throughout the state of Florida resulted in a total economic impact of $8.766 Billion over the 16-year study period.
Tony Villamil quoted in Trade Only Today
At a mini-trade symposium panel spearheaded by the National Marine Manufacturers Association on the eve of the Miami International Boat Show, WEG Principal Adviser delivered his presentation entitled “U.S. Global Trade Policy: Shifting Hands.” In his remarks he said The losses of these free trade agreements are very specific, adding that the gains are diffused, which makes them hard to measure.
Jose Antonio Villamil Quoted in South Florida Business Journal
Huge oversupply of Miami condos may lead to lower prices, EWM says. The residential brokerage held its 2017 Real Estate Market Outlook Conference on Wednesday at the Downtown Miami Hilton. EWM presented a report on the market in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, plus an outlook on the economy and transportation.
Villamil Quoted in Miami Herald Article:: Will Trump be Good for South Florida’s Economy?
In the January 26, 2017 article of the Miami Herald, South Florida business leaders focused on an economic wild card that few has predicted: President Donald Trump. The new president’s policies on trade, finance, immigration and healthcare could have a greater impact — positive and negative –on South Florida than on other regions less closely tied to foreign markets, noted Thursday’s speakers.
Tony Villamil Quoted by Sun-Sentinel on Cuba Reforms Following the Death of Fidel Castro
Tony Villamil, WEG Founder and Principal, was interviewed by Marcia Heroux Pounds for a November 28, 2016 article in Sun-Sentinel on Cuban reforms necessary to boost economic activity with S. Florida, In his interview, Tony stated that there are only limited activities allowed under the U.S. trade embargo that remains in effect against the island.
WEG Study Finds USF Has Heavy Impact on Local Economy
USF research may have a $400 million reach into the Florida economy, according to an impact report from The Washington Economic Group. The economic impact report done by the Washington Economic Group, a third-party organization that looks at the impact of different organizations in different areas, shows that the USF Innovation Enterprise has an almost $400 million annual impact on the Florida economy each year.
WEG’s Economic Impacts of the Institute for the Commercialization of Public Research Highlighted in Gainesville.com
On October 31, 2016, Gainesville.com highlighted the economic impact study prepared, by The Washington Economics Group, Inc. (WEG) of the Florida Institute for the Commercialization of Public Research.
Villamil Quoted on Doral PGA Tour Backing Out
WEG, Founder and Principal, Tony Villamil was quoted extensively in an article published by the Miami Heral on June 2nd 2016 on Doral PGA Tour. He said that the loss of the PGA Tour goes deeper than money. “you have what I call the publicity effect. “People see the city, people see the golf course, which increases the image of Doral and Miami-Dade.
Check out WEG Principal Video on his First Recent Column in El Nuevo Herald
El Nuevo Herald published on March 13, 2016 in the Finance Section, the first column in Spanish written by Tony Villamil, Principal of The Washington Economics Group, Inc (WEG). In his column entitled “The Global Economic Slowdown Affects Growth of Miami-Dade County Economy,” he forecast “a slower growth in the Tourism and Construction Sectors.”
LA Times Quotes Tony Villamil on Scripps and Florida’s Biotech Industry
WEG Principal, Dr. Tony Villamil is quoted in the Los Angeles Times regarding the Scripps Research Institute in Florida and the growth of a biotech cluster. Tony Villamil remains positive that the investment in Scripps has begun to pay off through its promotion of research and life science education in the state.
Tony Villamil Shares Comments on the Staples-Office Depot Merger in the Sun-Sentinel
In an article written by Marcia Pounds in the Sun Sentinel, WEG Founder and Principal, Tony Villamil shared his views on the Staples-Office Depot merger, in particular relating to the Cuban Electric Co. asset that essentially ceased to exist after the 1960 Cuban revolution.
Miami Today Quotes Tony Villamil on the Rise in South Florida’s Health Care Costs
In the past two months, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) reveals that medical care costs have risen far faster than in the rest of the nation. Miami’s medical care costs jumped a significant 3.2 percent over the past two months, part of a 5.9 percent increase over the past year.
Tony Villamil Quoted in Miami Herald on the Future Soccer Stadium Location
WEG Principal, Tony Villamil, contributes to recent discussions in the Miami Herald on the proposed site for a soccer stadium next to the Miami Marlins Stadium. Despite the controversy regarding the former Orange Bowl site, Tony explains that “there are local businesses that do make good money providing services to the [Marlins] stadium, and it’s too early to claim failure on sports’ promised impact to Little Havana.”
WEG Study on the Impacts of the Jewish Community Services Highlighted in the Miami Herald
The Miami Herald published the findings of an economic impact study prepared by The Washington Economics Group, Inc. (WEG) on the programs and services offered by Jewish Community Services (JCS). On June 4th, 2015, Tony Villamil, WEG Principal and Founder, presented these findings at the JCS Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony.
Florida Trend Quoted Tony Villamil in Perspectives on Changing Relationship between Cuba and U.S.
Views on the value of easing relations and how much opportunity it creates — or doesn’t — for U.S. businesses in Cuba, Tony Villamil, WEG Founder and Principal, was interviewed by Florida Trend, saying that “Cuba’s impact on Florida could be positive over time if full trade opening occurs on a step-wise basis, concurrent with steady implementation of economic and political reforms on the island.” Full article with subscription
Tony Villamil Quoted in the Miami Herald on the Impact of Traffic on the Economy of South Florda
As traffic congestion in South Florida continues to worsen, the Miami Herald highlights the impact this has on South Florida businesses in an article dated May 17, 2015. Dr. Tony Villamil, Founder and Principal of The Washington Economic Group, Inc. (WEG) said that, “Development becomes a sword that cuts both ways if infrastructure can’t keep up.
Tony Villamil: Pro Sports Facilities Provide Positive Return on Taxpayers’ Investment
Contrary to recent news reports, professional sports facilities in Florida have positive economic impacts, attracting thousands of national and overseas visitors and competitors to the State each year. Sports facilities are located at the heart of sports, entertainment and tourism clusters with attractions that ensure visitors extend their stay and spend tourist dollars on hotels, meals, transportation, entertainment and retail purchases.
WEG Founder and Principal Interviewed by Daily Business Review on South Florida Economic Outlook 2015
Interviewed by Mike Seemuth for a February 3rd article in the Daily Business Review on South Florida Economic Outlook for 2015, Tony Villamil, WEG Founder and Principal said “South Florida is finishing 2014 with all the cylinders running at a high rate.”
WEG Study on MDCPS Shortfall Highlighted in South Florida Business Journal
On January 12, 2015, the South Florida Business Journal highlighted the key findings of an economic impact study prepared by The Washington Economics Group, Inc. for Miami Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) entitled ‘The Economic Impacts of the School District Funding Shortfall on Miami-Dade County, the Miami-Dade County Economy and the Florida Economy.”
WEG’s Economic Impact Study of the MDX $800 Million Five-Year Program Highlighted in Miami Today
On November 20th, the Miami Today highlighted the economic impact study prepared by The Washington Economics Group, Inc. of the Miami-Dade Expressway Authority’s (MDX) $880 million five-year program of transportation infrastructure projects.
Media Highlights Findings of WEG’s Economic Impact Study
The Florida Institute for the Commercialization of Public Research recently commissioned The Washington Economics Group, Inc. (WEG), as independent consultants, to analyze the economic impacts of the Institute and its supported companies on the Florida economy.
WEG Recent Study on Florida’s Economic Expansion Widely Quoted in Miami Today of 8-28-2014
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WEG Prepares the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) Newsletter
WEG releases the Summer 2014 Issue of the Economic Newsletter entitled, Miami-Dade Economy Expanding Strongly in Late Summer 2014 to the GMCC.
Sun-Sentinel Highlights WEG Analysis on Florida’s Economy and its Regions Based
The Washington Economics Group (WEG) quarterly report analysis entitled Florida Regions Taxable Sales Show Strengthening Economic Expansion released last week, was quoted in a Sun-Sentinel article published in August 9.