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Sarasota code update progressing

The city of Sarasota's overhaul of its zoning code is on track to be completed by next summer, the official overseeing the effort says.

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Calculated risk

Central Florida Development took a chance developing spec in the Interstate 4 corridor before many others. The bet has paid off in a big way.

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  • September 29, 2017
New reality

The latest plans for a 41-acre Sarasota development call for retail, office space, apartments and a hotel. Technology is helping the project move forward.

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Infill Inkling

Benderson Development Co. is converting aging and underperforming shopping centers into successful ventures.

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Leadership lessons

It's about making a difference.

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Bark for more

Foodie trends going to the dogs.

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  • September 29, 2017
Open and shut

Goodbye, Key West. Hello Naples, once again.

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  • September 29, 2017
Cup of Longoria

Signature Series No. 3 is all about charity.

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Hold the foosball

Industrious is redefining what it means to do business in a co-working space.

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  • September 29, 2017
Entrepreneur funding group expands board

Three Tampa businesspeople joined the board of directors of Florida Venture Forum.

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  • September 28, 2017
Developer buys 268-acre site for $7M

Site is in fast-growing northeast Manatee County.

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  • September 28, 2017
Celebrated chocolatier promotes son to leadership role

Norman Love Confections was founded in 2001.

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  • September 28, 2017
A helping hand

Partnership series kicks off Nov. 3.

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Firm elevates department heads to VP status

St. Pete-based Paradise Advertising & Marketing promoted from within for key roles.

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  • September 28, 2017
PGT sells assets for $28 million

The Venice-based window and door manufacturer sold glass processing assets to Cardinal Glass Industries.

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