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Transportation, Mass Transit & Infrastructure / Let’s Get Back to the Basics a...

Last post by thelakelander - July 23, 2026, 12:43:31 PM

CEO Nat Ford's departure is an opportunity to rethink what works and retire what doesn't.

Read More: https://www.thejaxsonmag.com/article/let-s-get-back-to-the-basics-at-jta/

#42

Downtown / Re: Downtown Development Updat...

Last post by Josh - July 23, 2026, 10:03:44 AM

^ Ken, glad to assist.  I should also had that some TV, commercial, movie, recording and other media projects done in Jax have used WJCT's sound stage and other facilities for their productions.  Like many things, more there than meets the eye  .

Pippi Longstocking!

#43

Sports / Re: Pro soccer returning to Ja...

Last post by Ned Plimpton - July 23, 2026, 09:36:06 AM

I would think! But that was nearly 10 years ago and it's hard to see from here where exactly his net worth has gone since. Presumably upwards given he's the majority owner in the first place, we just lack the specifics to say for sure.

The S&P has grown almost 250% since 2017, so if he has done no better than keep up with the market then he should be doing great.  No idea what his ownership stake was in HCI when it sold, or what kind of leverage they had, but it's safe to say he's well into 9 figures now.

#44

Science and Technology / Re: Wordle?

Last post by Charles Hunter - July 23, 2026, 09:34:13 AM

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#45

Downtown / Re: Downtown Development Updat...

Last post by acme54321 - July 23, 2026, 07:08:48 AM

Laura Trio going up for auction August 5th

https://www.jaxdailyrecord.com/news/2026/jul/22/foreclosure-auction-of-laura-street-trio-set-for-aug-5/

The next step toward a change of ownership of the Laura Street Trio is set to occur Aug. 5 with a court-ordered auction of the historic buildings in Downtown Jacksonville.

On July 8, the Duval County Clerk of the Courts filed notice of the sale, which stems from a foreclosure suit filed by the city of Jacksonville in November 2024 against Laura Trio LLC and Red Oak Capital Fund II LLC.

The city alleged Laura Trio LLC, which is affiliated with Trio owner SouthEast Development Group, owed $827,500 in fines for municipal code violations.

#46

Sports / Re: Pro soccer returning to Ja...

Last post by marcuscnelson - July 23, 2026, 12:10:09 AM

I would think! But that was nearly 10 years ago and it's hard to see from here where exactly his net worth has gone since. Presumably upwards given he's the majority owner in the first place, we just lack the specifics to say for sure.

[Caplin Ventures invests across technology, healthcare, sports, and real estate, partnering with founders and operators to build durable, mission-aligned enterprises that create both economic and community impact.]

#47

Sports / Re: Pro soccer returning to Ja...

Last post by jaxlongtimer - July 22, 2026, 11:55:45 PM

^ Even now, Ricky Caplin's net worth is unclear, though presumably the proposed development would fit into their ability to run the franchise to that level.

Based on Caplin's Linked-in account and his sale of HCI Group for an estimated $110 million in 2017 (add investment income and other business ventures to that number for years since  ), I would think he easily has what it takes to meet the financial requirements listed in your earlier post.

Richard "Ricky" Caplin is a technology founder, investor, and first-generation family office leader committed to building businesses that amplify and fuel faith, hope, and love by maximizing our God-given gifts in the workplace and the communities we serve.

He is the Founder and Chairman of Caplin Ventures, a Jacksonville-based family office and investment platform that provides capital, shared services, and strategic leadership to a growing portfolio of companies employing more than 1,000 people nationwide. Caplin Ventures invests across technology, healthcare, sports, and real estate, partnering with founders and operators to build durable, mission-aligned enterprises that create both economic and community impact.

Ricky previously founded The HCI Group, which became one of the largest global healthcare IT consulting firms. As CEO, he led its 2017 merger with Tech Mahindra and joined the global executive leadership team of the combined organization. Under his leadership, the platform helped major health systems accelerate digital transformation and modernize patient care delivery at scale.

Today, in addition to leading Caplin Ventures, Ricky is a principal architect behind SportingJax, a professional soccer ecosystem that includes men's and women's professional clubs, one of the largest youth academies in the country, and a large-scale sports-anchored mixed-use development vision designed to serve as a catalytic force for Jacksonville's growth. The platform integrates elite competition, youth development, sports medicine partnerships, and community engagement into a long-term generational asset.

Beyond business, Ricky is deeply engaged in philanthropic and civic initiatives focused on youth development, faith-based leadership, and community revitalization. His work centers on creating platforms that unlock human potential — in business, athletics, and service.

Ricky has received numerous recognitions, including:

- Ernst & Young Florida Entrepreneur of the Year
- Jacksonville Business Journal Ultimate CEO
- University of Florida Gator100 (three-time honoree)
- Inc 500 and 5000 multiple award winner
- University of Florida 40 Under 40

A former Certified Public Accountant, Ricky earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees in Accounting from the University of Florida.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricky-caplin-3b6b9a4/

Jacksonville IT consulting group acquired by large Indian firm

A Jacksonville company that provides IT consulting to the health care industry will become part of an Indian tech giant. HCI Group, which has its headquarters off Southpoint Parkway, is being acquired by Tech Mahindra.

The company's executive said the connection is likely to bring more jobs and tech investment in Jacksonville.

HCI has an estimated value of $110 million, but Tech Mahindra will pay $89 million upfront and receive 85 percent of HCI's stock. The other 15 percent will be acquired over the next three years.

The transaction is expected to close in April.

HCI was founded in 2009, but didn't really start growing until 2011, said co-founder and CEO Richard Caplin. It now has about 500 employees, including 80 to 100 in Jacksonville. The rest are in offices in Toronto, Dubai, London and Wales. It also pulls from a pool of about 500 contractors.

https://www.jacksonville.com/story/business/2017/03/07/jacksonville-it-consulting-group-acquired-large-indian-firm/15745388007/

#48

Science and Technology / Re: Wordle?

Last post by jaxlongtimer - July 22, 2026, 11:28:46 PM

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#49

Downtown / Re: Downtown Development Updat...

Last post by Steve - July 22, 2026, 08:35:33 PM

When it comes to WJCT, I don't see them moving unless some developer REALLY wants the property. I think we're a ways off for that.

#50

Sports / Re: Pro soccer returning to Ja...

Last post by marcuscnelson - July 22, 2026, 08:28:41 PM

Another thing: Detroit just broke ground on their own new USL stadium and surrounding district:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/zacharysette_construction-detroit-detroitcityfc-share-7484763023719677952-4fsj/

What's notable to me is that this stadium costs about $150 million for those 15,000 seats, which leads me to wonder what that cost might look like in Jacksonville.