Entrepreneurs

Mark Gordon
October 7, 2011

Hung Tough

Joe Holland was promoted to run a construction firm with offices in three states at the onset of the recession. His survival instincts bode well for the eventual rebound.

Entrepreneurs

Alex Mahadevan
October 7, 2011

Software Savvy

David Romine took a big risk when he left a 'Big Five' accounting firm to start his own company. That bet has paid off.

Entrepreneurs

Jean Gruss
September 30, 2011

Queen of Soaps

Entrepreneur Deanna Kelly sells soaps and other bath products by emphasizing their beneficial attributes. She stocks her stores with more than 600 products.

Entrepreneurs

Jean Gruss
September 23, 2011

A Fresh Start

Two entrepreneurial contractors strike out on their own after more than a decade working for one of the Gulf Coast's largest commercial builders.

Entrepreneurs

Mark Gordon
September 23, 2011

Acceleration Machine

The idea people behind a technology startup sometimes lack two key elements: cash and know-how. A trio of Gulf Coast business veterans is here to help.

Entrepreneurs

Jean Gruss
September 23, 2011

Changes in Latitude

Independent homebuilders who survived the recession had to drastically change their business model. Raymond and Robin Scalero are among the survivors.

Entrepreneurs

Mark Gordon
September 16, 2011

Pump it Up

The fitness club industry was certainly weakened by the recession. A cop-turned-fitness entrepreneur, however, has latched on to a big growth plan, with the Gulf Coast in the lead position.

Entrepreneurs

Mark Gordon
August 25, 2011

Better than Perfect

The struggles inherent in running a restaurant normally consume one local entrepreneur. She found a release in her favorite sport.

Entrepreneurs

Mark Gordon
August 19, 2011

Hack Attack

A specialist in cyber security for businesses says protection against sophisticated hackers is the new frontier. He hopes to capitalize quickly on the niche.

Entrepreneurs

Mark Gordon
August 19, 2011

Zen Bears

Deb Canham's hobby-focused business is down more than 50%, courtesy of the recession. Her story of career transformation, and now, business survival, is nonetheless stirring.

Entrepreneurs

Mark Gordon
August 19, 2011

A Heap of Freedom

A Sarasota Internet firm prides itself on its eclectic and laid back work environment. Yet its biggest challenge is finding the right people who want in on the fun.