Rick Scott announces TUUCI to expand, add jobs in Miami headquarters
Gov. Rick Scott’s office announced Tuesday that a Miami-based outdoor shade manufacturer will add 21 jobs and spend $1.25 million on a 100,000-square-foot facility in the area. TUUCI, shorthand for The Ultimate Umbrella Co., produces several styles of shade structures, from parasols to pool-side pavilions and lounges, and has been operating in Miami since it was founded 17 years ago. TUUCI CEO Dougan Clarke said those Miami roots were a factor in the company’s decision to stay and expand operations. “While we considered relocating to North…