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Wheel and Deal

Rodney Dessberg often goes against market conventions — with a high degree of success. What's his formula?

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Spec Down South

A Baltimore developer intends to deliver one of the only new speculative industrial projects in Lee County since 2008.

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Targeting a specific segment of the market has been a big boost for a thriving company in a competitive market. Now it's preparing for even more growth.

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Fit for growth

Prepared-food company launches delivery service amid expansion.

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Make it Personal

It has been five years since one of the region's most prolific homebuilders headed south — a worthwhile expansion. More growth is forthcoming.

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The struggle is real

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Southwest Florida complexes trade for $137.6 million

A pair of Southwest Florida apartment complexes have sold for a combined $137.6 million, a sign that investors' fever for rental projects remains high in Lee and Collier counties.

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Start them up

Southwest Florida Startup Weekend is scheduled for Oct. 6-8.

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  • August 24, 2017
John Ryan dies at 59

Venice Area Chamber of Commerce president, CEO, passed away Aug. 12.

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  • August 24, 2017
Area man arrested in alleged mortgage fraud scheme

Ben Handa was charged with fraudulently obtaining a mortgage loan.

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  • August 24, 2017
Tampa bank hires new chief credit officer

JoEllen Henderson joins First Citrus amid growth push

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  • August 24, 2017
Airline expands service to New York City

Delta Airlines adds nonstop flights to the John F. Kennedy Airport.

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  • August 24, 2017
Prominent land planner adds extra gig

Joel Freedman joined Shumaker Advisors Florida LLC.

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  • August 23, 2017
Airport receives $7 million grant for projects

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport received the grant from the FAA.

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  • August 23, 2017
Auto sales exec drives into new leadership role

Industry veteran brings 34 years of experience with brand to new role

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