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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 8, 2026

358 affordable housing units under construction in Fort Myers

The community is being built on State Road 82 by Naples affordable housing developer Onda Housing Group.

May 3, 2026

Lee, Hillsborough, Charlotte county shopping centers sell, land tenants

In the week's top commercial real estate news, retail centers in Punta Gorda, Tampa, Bonita Springs and Brandon sell, and construction starts at a Palmetto hotel.

April 29, 2026

Alabama developer, contractor bring 224 apartments to west Pasco

Construction has begun on Charleston Ridge Apartments, a 247,000-square-foot multifamily development in New Port Richey.

Popular St. Pete Beach hotel The Beachcomber sells to investment firm

The Gulf Boulevard property was bought by OTO Development, a company that owns several local hotels including The Beachcomber’s neighbor.

Canadian apparel maker opening US headquarters in Lakewood Ranch

Sarasota's Architectural Salvage property sells for $1.8M

Popular St. Pete Beach hotel The Beachcomber sells to investment firm

93K square feet of light industrial space opens in Lakewood Ranch

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

Waterfront restaurant opens on Manatee River

Saucy by KFC restaurants open soon in Manatee, Pasco

Entrepreneurial moms combine coffee, kids' play place for new business

Restaurant, coffee shop coming to retail space at Palmetto Marriott

$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

Former industry regulators lead group launching new Tampa bank

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

358 affordable housing units under construction in Fort Myers

Lee, Hillsborough, Charlotte county shopping centers sell, land tenants

Alabama developer, contractor bring 224 apartments to west Pasco

Report: Florida ranks No. 7 nationally in hospital safety

Sarasota's Architectural Salvage property sells for $1.8M

Manatee hospital CEO named leader of Indiana health network

Popular St. Pete Beach hotel The Beachcomber sells to investment firm

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

Leadership transition in family business can create new opportunities

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Popular St. Pete Beach hotel The Beachcomber sells to investment firm

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