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Bauder joins LCM Group as CEO

Charles “Chip” Bauder is a former senior vice president of Raymond James.

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Bank of Commerce needs $8.5 million

We hear there's plenty of money chasing bank deals on the Gulf Coast, but bringing investors to the table and persuading regulators to approve those deals is another matter.

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Gulf Coast Week: May 13

Regional business news at a glance.

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  • May 13, 2011
Clarified Success

Jane Mason built her Clearwater firm on a software program that ties together work processes for mortgage servicers. Growth has boomed through the recession and isn't likely to stop there.

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Great Expectations

Jim Kuhlman demands a lot from himself and his employees — a total warrior mentality. It has paid off.

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Big Fish

John Langley is quietly building a giant medical-transcription company, outsmarting the competition with sophisticated technology and talent. His next challenge: government health care.

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Godfather of Barbecue

When the recession hit, Rib City's prices enticed customers to its value-oriented menu of barbecue favorites. But this father-and-son team proved to be nimble operators and grew through the downturn.

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  • May 13, 2011
Arching Achievement

Since taking the helm of his family's McDonald's franchise, Blake Casper has seen local sales grow throughout the recession. Getting things right and meeting customer needs are his keys to success.

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  • May 12, 2011
Distressed sales hurt Sarasota

Broker estimates 45% of closings so far this year were short sales or REO.

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  • May 12, 2011
Collier tourism traffic grows

Collier visitor traffic increased 3.3% in 2010 relative to the prior year.

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  • May 12, 2011
Sun Hydraulics stock pops

The Sarasota firm gave back all the gains it earned from strong Q1 report.

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  • May 12, 2011
Raymond James is top broker

National magazine names Raymond James nation's top full-service broker.

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  • May 12, 2011
Enterprise Florida seeks nominees

Enterprise Florida, the state's economic development agency, is seeking nominations for the 2011 Governor's Business Diversification Awards.

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  • May 12, 2011
Likes bikes, so he bought out dealer

Most motorcycle enthusiasts are content with one or two bikes. Aaron Sprague likes them enough that he purchased an entire dealership.

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  • May 12, 2011
Sarasota hits its valentine stride

Sarasota earned some love from New York, at least when it comes to film festivals.

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