Entrepreneurs

Laura Lyon
December 19, 2024

Clearwater boy scout, troop break national popcorn sale records

After rigorous goal setting and sales, Troop 313 has popped to the top.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

Mark Gordon
December 16, 2024

CEO of firm that bought PGT for $3.1B opens up about deal, future

Matt DeSoto says he learned you could never communicate enough when it comes to acquisition integration.

Manatee-Sarasota

Mark Gordon
December 13, 2024

Former Navy SEAL invests $1M in Sarasota-Manatee fitness franchise

Behind a "never complain and never quit" disposition, Jeff Moore seeks a business legacy not of sales records and awards but of developing other leaders. "I'm all go, no stop. All gas, no brakes."

Manatee-Sarasota

Beth Luberecki
December 11, 2024

Fort Myers couple pours their heart into startup tequila brand

Chris and Geri Andrews balance details and determination in looking to make a go of their new brand, Música Tequila.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

Mark Gordon
December 10, 2024

$200M firm co-founder reflects on first 30 years: 'Don’t be afraid to screw up'

The leadership culture at S-One, one of Sarasota's largest homegrown companies, revolves around three A's: accountability, autonomy and achievement.

Manatee-Sarasota

Laura Lyon
December 6, 2024

$5M Tampa luxury reseller puts eyes on the future while keeping it classic

Quality over quantity is not just a mantra; it's a business model for Catherine Ansel.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

Laura Lyon
December 3, 2024

Longtime St. Pete engineering firm, president reinvigorated after acquisition

The dawn of a new era comes after delays from two storms.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

Elizabeth King
November 29, 2024

'Nothing like it' in Sarasota: Restaurateur on $10M Quay project

Cameron Mitchell — national restaurant company owner and author of "Yes is the Answer. What Is the Question?" — believes in top-notch customer service. He also believes in the Florida economy.

Manatee-Sarasota

Louis Llovio
November 27, 2024

Known for activism, political gadfly faces lawsuits, federal investigators

Alfie Oakes, who balances business with pointed opinions, is facing legal problems after creditors say a bill is unpaid and his home is searched by federal officials.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

Laura Lyon
November 22, 2024

Incoming Tampa airport CEO is cleared for approach

Michael Stephens will assume the role after Joe Lopano’s departure scheduled for April 2025.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

Laura Lyon
November 15, 2024

Tampa bank exec turns a new page as published author

Chris Kneer doggedly pursues a side career as an author of thriller novels, with Tampa Bay as a core character.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

Mark Gordon
November 13, 2024

Former Trump official has big plans for Florida's largest bank group

Kathy Kraninger ran a controversial financial industry oversight agency under President Trump. Now in Florida, her role revolves around highlighting and promoting a strong banking industry.

Florida

Laura Lyon
November 5, 2024

Canadian drone show company lands US headquarters in Tampa

The expansion is part of a vision for company and creative growth.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

Beth Luberecki
November 1, 2024

Construction firm's 'overcome anything' mindset pays off

The pandemic and Hurricane Ian nearly destroyed an upstart Fort Myers construction firm. It even cost the owners their new home. Now G&R Construction has a new showroom from which to embark on its next phase.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

Elizabeth King, Louis Llovio
October 25, 2024

After suffering two storms in two weeks, business leaders share stories of resilience

The entire Gulf Coast was impacted by the one-two punch of hurricanes Helene and Milton. We share stories from executives after the storms — and how they plan to make a comeback.

Florida

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Clearwater boy scout, troop break national popcorn sale records

CEO of firm that bought PGT for $3.1B opens up about deal, future

Former Navy SEAL invests $1M in Sarasota-Manatee fitness franchise

Fort Myers couple pours their heart into startup tequila brand

$200M firm co-founder reflects on first 30 years: 'Don’t be afraid to screw up'

$5M Tampa luxury reseller puts eyes on the future while keeping it classic

Longtime St. Pete engineering firm, president reinvigorated after acquisition

'Nothing like it' in Sarasota: Restaurateur on $10M Quay project

Known for activism, political gadfly faces lawsuits, federal investigators

Incoming Tampa airport CEO is cleared for approach

Tampa bank exec turns a new page as published author

Former Trump official has big plans for Florida's largest bank group

Canadian drone show company lands US headquarters in Tampa

Construction firm's 'overcome anything' mindset pays off

After suffering two storms in two weeks, business leaders share stories of resilience

SWFL personal injury law firm names co-managing partner

St. Petersburg insurer could take on 32,000 Citizens policies in the fall

Former Pinellas homeless couple now run $1.5M car detail firm

Dog Bar Sarasota opens in Rosemary District

Naples residential tower tops $300M in sales

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