NEXT

Melea VanOstrand

Melea VanOstrand

Melea VanOstrand oversees the Daily Business Review as ALM's Florida Bureau Chief. Email Melea at [email protected] or follow her on her Twitter or Facebook pages.

Connect with this author

October 04, 2023 | Daily Business Review

Greenberg Traurig Fosters Mentorship for Girls at 2023 Women's Business Forum

Brigid Cech Samole, chair of Greenberg Traurig's Miami appeals and legal issues group and co-chair of the firm's Miami litigation practice, said the goal is to teach girls how to conquer one challenge at a time while also remembering their end goal.

By Melea VanOstrand

3 minute read

October 02, 2023 | Daily Business Review

DBR Seeks Nominations for 2024 Florida Legal Awards

The deadline is Dec. 15.

By Melea VanOstrand

2 minute read

September 27, 2023 | Daily Business Review

Managing Partners Survey: We Need Your Input!

It's that time of year again! Take a moment to share your valuable perspective by participating in the Daily Business Review's Managing Partner Survey,…

By Melea VanOstrand

2 minute read

September 11, 2023 | Daily Business Review

South Florida Sees a Drop in Deals, but Population Growth Creates Optimism

With a robust pipeline of impending transactions and a growing belief in economic recovery, the sector is showing signs of optimism, suggesting a potential resurgence despite ongoing challenges.

By Melea VanOstrand

8 minute read

September 11, 2023 | Daily Business Review

Innovative Corporate Structures Drive Successful Hospitality, Hotel Valuation Remains Strong

The challenges facing hotel owners with maturing debt as well as hotel investors and developers are significant. However, they are increasingly getting creative and finding alternative financing solutions.

By Melea VanOstrand

5 minute read

September 11, 2023 | Daily Business Review

Three Trends to Watch in South Florida's Office Market

Three trends in the office market highlight how office landlords, tenants and investors are embracing change to capitalize on Office 2.0 reimagined.

By Melea VanOstrand

5 minute read

August 21, 2023 | Daily Business Review

Hyper-Reality Revisited: A Tour of Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences Miami

"It's pivotal to portray not just the physical spaces to the minimum detail but also the lifestyle and aspirational aspects of the new development," said Alvaro Alesso, co-founder and COO at YUPIX.

By Melea VanOstrand

5 minute read

August 09, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Georgia Gov. Kemp Tells Business Group He Wants to Limit Lawsuits, Big Legal Judgments

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp said Tuesday that he wants to make it harder for people to file lawsuits and win big legal judgments, arguing that suits are…

By Jeff Amy | The Associated Press

4 minute read

August 08, 2023 | Daily Business Review

Managing Partners: We Want to Hear From You

The Daily Business Review has launched a Managing Partner Survey, aimed at gaining a deeper understanding of what's happening in our shared legal…

By Melea VanOstrand

2 minute read

July 20, 2023 | Daily Business Review

ISG World Enters CRE Space, Facilitates Sale of Hallandale Beach's Newest 12-Story Office Building

"Overall, there is a significant demand from business owners and individuals seeking their own office spaces," said Studnicky. "The advantages of private ownership include capital appreciation belonging to the owner rather than the landlord."

By Melea VanOstrand

3 minute read