Business

Gulf Specimen Marine laboratory hosted its first Wakulla Chamber of Commerce social mixer on Feb. 18. About 70 people showed up to watch Jack Rudloe hand-feed the aquarium's big nurse sharks, and saw a blue crab hold its own against an octopus that was trying to eat it.

For once, pinching claws outdid grasping tentacles and sucker disks, and the crab stayed in the octopus tank unharmed. Some people, who said they have lived here all their lives, saw the aquarium for the first time.

Name of business: Graphic Visions

Name of owner: Kim Campbell

Tell us about your business (include unique facts and history): I started my business in 1993 after I was tired of working for companies that didn’t think outside the box. Over the years, I’ve won a few design awards which keep me motivated. I’ve had clients tell me that I’m easy to work with and a fast designer with a creative eye. I think that’s what has kept me in business for so long, even in this economy.

The Original Florida Tourism Task Force is kicking-off its second Geocache Campaign and Contest following the overwhelming success of the 2006 event.

Weltman nominated for 'Rookie of the Year'

Michael J. Weltman, MBA, of Crawfordville was ominated for “ Rookie of the Year 2009” for the Southeastern Region for Wells Fargo Bank N.A.

Weltman has been working with seniors and their families in real estate, financing and insurance since 2002, but it was his first year with Wells Fargo Bank and Wachovia Banks in that capacity.

In 2009, Weltman offered assistance to slightly fewer than 40 senior families with financing needs for almost $7.7 million in loan volume.