Ernie Diaz has been climbing up the latter of success during his 28 years in the banking industry Mr. Diaz has held several executive-level positions which include having served as market president for TD Bank in South Florida, as president of the Mercantile Bank in Florida, as well as middle market executive for South Florida at Regions Bank. Now, as the new regional president for TD Bank in Florida, he is responsible for providing strategic direction and sales leadership to the bank’s retail, small business, commercial and specialty banking operations and lending services throughout a network of over 170 stores.
Despite his busy schedule and a demanding career, Mr. Diaz always makes time to unwind his busy mind by going fishing with his two sons, Ernie and Gabriel, who he says are much more skilled fishermen than he is.
Reporter Blanca Venegas interviewed Mr. Diaz in his office at Coral Gables.
The terror attacks on Boston have altered the conversation regarding immigration reform. Could a stronger immigration policy have helped?
[Air Date: 05/03/2013]
The Florida Legislative session is coming to a close. We gathered a panel to discuss this year’s highlights.
[Air Date: 05/03/2013]
For Jimmy Tate, a new business venture is an exciting and rewarding, long-term commitment. His prolific career in real estate and working with troubled assets have taught him important business concepts that have paved the road to multiple business ventures in and out of South Florida, which even include an apparel company with an office in Shanghai and a building supply company.
But among his most important ventures currently in the works is a deal to purchase and recapitalize US Century bank.
He believes that his success has been genuinely achieved by keeping a positive mind, serving the community and surrounding himself with those who advise him best: his family and friends.
Miami Today reporter Blanca Venegas interviewed Mr. Tate in his office in North Miami.
A proposal to eliminate permanent alimony is pending Governor Rick Scott’s approval or veto, but the issue is contentious because it would also allow for retroactive changes to alimony and would award 50-50 child custody to divorcing parents. We discuss this controversial proposal.
[Air Date: 4/26/2013]
The Florida Legislative session is set to end next Friday, May 3rd. We discuss the week’s top legislative stories, such as Medicaid and ethics reform.
[Air Date: 4/26/2013]
Florida Governor Rick Scott signed into law this week a bill that would create two classes of high school degrees--one for college-bound students, and another for students who plan to enter the workforce after high school. Miami-Dade school board member Carlos Curbelo joins us to share his thoughts.
[Air Date: 4/26/2013]
Province “Boo” Zamek’s e-newsletter business JustAskBoo has grown from a small seed of an idea and, with plenty of tender loving care, today has blossomed into a business that has almost 30,000 subscribers in South Florida. Boo, as she has been known since she was a baby, has put countless hours into the success of her business. The busy Mom and savvy businesswoman recently served as a judge to the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce’s 2013 AXA Advisors Businesswomen of the Year Awards. The previous year, she was an award recipient at the event.
Reporter Laura Stace interviewed Mrs. Zamek in Coral Gables.
From Obamacare to gay rights, many of today's important civil issues are being decided by the U.S. Supreme Court – but should they be? How should judges interpret the law and can they remain objective?
[Air Date: 4/21/2013]
From Obamacare to gay rights, many of today's important civil issues are being decided by the U.S. Supreme Court – but should they be? How should judges interpret the law and can they remain objective?
[Air Date: 4/21/2013]
The bombing attack of the Boston marathon on Monday has kept law enforcement busy and the nation grieving. We gathered a panel to discuss the aftermath and repercussions of this tragedy in terms of law enforcement, safety and society.
[Air Date: 4/19/2013]
A bill that would end permanent alimony and grant divorced parents equal custody of their children was passed by the Florida Legislature this week and now awaits Governor Rick Scott's approval. We discuss this and other Tallahassee news of the week.
[Air Date: 4/19/2013]
Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Fernando Casamayor is poised and ready for the launch of a new tax collecting system to come online in June. Mr. Casamayor, who was appointed to the role permanently in October 2007, said he and his staff have been readying for the transition.
When he is not hard at work, the friendly tax collector enjoys spending time with his 6-year-old son Daniel, his wife and their family dog.
Reporter Laura Stace interviewed Mr. Casamayor in his office in downtown Miami.
A judge ruled this week that Miami Commissioner Michelle Spence-Jones was not allowed to seek re-election, because despite her suspension, she had already fulfilled her two terms in office. But what was the true spirit of the 1999 charter that led to term limits in the City of Miami?
[Air Date: 4/12/2013]
Congressional leaders have been working on an immigration reform proposal set to be announced next week. But U.S. Senator Marco Rubio has been criticized for slowing down the process. Is the criticism merited or is it just politicking?
[Air Date: 4/12/2013]
Miami-Dade County Commissioners agreed this week to hold a special election on May 14th to let voters decide the fate of the Dolphins stadium renovation project. Will the proposal also pass the Florida Legislature and the Governor?
[Air Date: 4/12/2013]
Carlos Lopez-Cantera’s year got off to a busy start. In January he assumed the role of Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser and in March he welcomed a new addition to his family.
Taking office, he hit the ground running, putting plans in action to reduce the number of property tax appeals lodged with the Value Adjustment Board, made homestead exemptions available online, made the appraiser’s website’s property search compatible for mobile devices, declared a new culture for the office and much more.
Reporter Laura Stace interviewed Mr. Lopez-Cantera in his office at the Stephen P. Clark Government Center.
SunSentinel news columnist Michael Mayo joins us on the program to share his thoughts on the latest surrounding the Dolphins stadium renovation plans and how a series of missteps have brought national attention to Florida Atlantic University.
[Air Date: 4/05/2013]
Cuban dissident blogger Yoani Sanchez spoke at the Freedom Tower at Miami Dade College and Florida International University on Monday. What is the impact of Sanchez's visit to the United States?
[Air Date: 4/05/2013]
