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Developer looks to a new industry

The revival of Sarasota-based product design firm Robrady has added another component: A gatekeeper for the company's venture capital portfolio.

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Lucas named CEO of Bonita Bay Group

You can't blame the Bonita Bay Group for being publicity shy these days, especially when it comes to making corporate announcements.

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Swimming could replace baseball

Lee County is looking at a swim center at City of Palms Park in Fort Myers where the Boston Red Sox baseball team currently trains.

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  • July 8, 2010
Special legislative session called

Gov. Charlie Crist called for a Special Session Thursday.

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UTEK raises capital

UTEK Corp., also known as Innovaro, is selling stock to generate cash.

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Cott Corp. buys Cliffstar

The Tampa-based company will pay $500 million in cash to buy the New York firm.

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Florida Bank executive resigns

Kathryn Pemble resigned from her position as chief credit officer of the bank.

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NeoGenomics previews earnings

The Fort Myers-based company expects to report a second quarter loss.

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West End developer seeks partner

Despite the housing bust and a credit freeze on commercial development, Ken Morin is determined to realize a five-year old vision.

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  • July 8, 2010
New Lee County Commissioner

John Manning is chosen for the open Lee County Commission seat.

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Oragenics gets capital boost

The Tampa-based company receives $1 million in cash, as well as debt relief.

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Bernstein new METI CEO

As planned, Michael Bernstein is the new CEO at Sarasota-based METI.

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Honeywell gets GPS contract

The new contract is worth more than $16 million for the Clearwater-based firm.

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Ink firm fills needs by thinking big

Executives at Phoenix Ink are celebrating a big victory these days, one that personifies a key recession survival tactic: Be opportunistic.

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Wehr joins WellCare

Dr. Ann Wehr is the new chief medical officer at WellCare Health Plans.

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