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Entrepreneurs

May 1, 2026

Vegas exec brings big bet mentality to new Tampa gig

Travis Lunn led some of Las Vegas’ most recognizable properties before taking on the role of president of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.

April 29, 2026

Former industry regulators lead group launching new Tampa bank

New South Bank would be the second de novo bank to launch in the region in the past year.

April 27, 2026

Exclusive club complements developer's Sarasota evolution vision

Already expanding before it opens, 1000 North augments the vision of developer Kevin Daves to make Sarasota among the country's "most refined" cities.

April 7, 2026

Naples Realtor tackles $271 million listing

Tim Savage has been tasked to sell one of the most expensive residential properties in the nation. He's confident he'll find the right buyer.

Healthcare

May 8, 2026

Upstart auto injury medical practice targets ambitious growth plans

RejuvenX is a chain of auto injury clinics that is expanding across Florida, treating people who have been involved in vehicular crashes.

May 7, 2026

Report: Florida ranks No. 7 nationally in hospital safety

The new report by The Leapfrog Group shows 81 Florida hospitals earned “A” ratings for patient safety.

May 7, 2026

Manatee hospital CEO named leader of Indiana health network

Andy Guz worked in this region for a decade.

Residential Real Estate

May 12, 2026

Naples property including former L.L. Bean compound sells for $37M

Spanning more than an acre, the property encompasses the block of Fifth Avenue South from the beach to Gulf Shore Boulevard.

May 12, 2026

Tampa low-income apartments sell for $30M, $24M in renovations planned

A New York firm has bought the Silver Oaks Apartments just off of Hillsborough Avenue and will make major improvements and add programing for residents.

May 12, 2026

Workforce housing firm navigating pricing challenges adds units in Naples, Sarasota

Ohio developer CIG Communities, despite some bureaucratic and legislative challenges, grows its multifamily and workforce housing portfolio in Florida.

Owner rebrands Longboat, Sarasota pizza joints

As the franchise contract reached expiration, owner Kenny Palin decided to personalize his two pizzerias with a family name.

Bee Ridge office building, adjacent parcel sell for $3.6M

The week's top commercial real estate transactions in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota

Texas developer pays $6.5M for Hillsborough land, plans industrial park

Tampa tower's new owner leases 78,000 square feet of space

Vegas exec brings big bet mentality to new Tampa gig

Former industry regulators lead group launching new Tampa bank

Exclusive club complements developer's Sarasota evolution vision

Naples Realtor tackles $271 million listing

Owner rebrands Longboat, Sarasota pizza joints

Il Panificio opens new Main Street restaurant

Waterfront restaurant opens on Manatee River

Saucy by KFC restaurants open soon in Manatee, Pasco

Pinellas CPA, attorney indicted in nearly $900K embezzlement case

$15B Michigan credit union expands in region with Hillsborough branch

St. Pete bank announces new CEO, $80M recapitalization

Naples financial firm opens second Pennsylvania office

Upstart auto injury medical practice targets ambitious growth plans

Report: Florida ranks No. 7 nationally in hospital safety

Manatee hospital CEO named leader of Indiana health network

Naples property including former L.L. Bean compound sells for $37M

Tampa low-income apartments sell for $30M, $24M in renovations planned

Workforce housing firm navigating pricing challenges adds units in Naples, Sarasota

Tampa low-income apartments sell for $30M, $24M in renovations planned

United Soccer League announces leadership transition, new CEO

Owner rebrands Longboat, Sarasota pizza joints

Longboat Key, Miami Beach resorts selling $187K World Cup package — tickets extra

The best ways to manage uncertainty for yourself — and your team

Leadership transition in family business can create new opportunities

Defeating impostor syndrome requires responding to self-doubt with clarity, confidence

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Owner rebrands Longboat, Sarasota pizza joints

As the franchise contract reached expiration, owner Kenny Palin decided to personalize his two pizzerias with a family name.

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