Change-Makers

Mark Gordon
August 25, 2022

New CEO has far-reaching goals for Bradenton-based Game On

Blair Bloomston aims to increase and diversify the customer pool for the company.

Entrepreneurs

Louis Llovio
August 13, 2021

Angel investor looks to lead the next generation, fund dreamers and make money in the process

Steve MacDonald made a fortune in tech and health care. Now he's spreading the wealth to those with ideas that can change the world.

Entrepreneurs

Louis Llovio
August 13, 2021

Developer believes corporations obligated to give back

Jared Meyers is pushing the idea of B Corps to get businesses to give back more to their communities.

Development

By Elizabeth Djinis
August 13, 2021

City official moves up quickly in government hierarchy

Emily Colón recognized early in her career that tackling difficult, change-worthy problems and issues helps build a strong path to success.

Leadership

Beth Luberecki
August 12, 2021

Hospital CEO keeps team focused on the big picture — even in crisis

Leadership

Beth Luberecki
August 12, 2021

Developer's persistence leads to first-ever solar town

Going against the industry norm, Syd Kitson maintains his big vision to change the world.

Leadership

By Amanda Postma
August 12, 2021

Product designer focused on doing noble work in health care industry

Rob Brady discovered how important product design was for the health care industry 15 years ago. Now, Brady is changing the industry — one crisis at a time.

Health Care

By Amanda Postma
August 12, 2021

Entrepreneur seeks to connect people face-to-face in an industry run by technology

When Tonya Buford noticed the dating game had become overruled by technology, she wanted to change that. With her business, Singles Pop Up, she's bringing back face-to-face interactions.