Executive Diversions

By Beth Luberecki
February 18, 2021

Escape room: construction executive hits the road with hobby

With a patient and persistent mindset, Matthew Zwack rebuilt an iconic travel vehicle.

Executive Diversions

By Beth Luberecki
January 8, 2021

Holy cow: Area executive travels the world to pursue unique passion

A civil engineer in heart and mind, David Farmer has a coffee table book worthy collection of a unique set of photographs: manhole covers.

Executive Diversions

By Mark Gordon
January 8, 2021

One-time CFO uses seashells to dip into her creative side

Ginny Dickinson’s massive collection of beach pieces has led to a new passion: making statues.

Executive Diversions

By Brian Hartz
January 8, 2021

Tech executive grows a new passion — on the farm

In March, VantagePoint AI President Lane Mendelsohn bought a 75-acre ranch he'd been eyeing since he was a kid. Bring on the cattle.

Executive Diversions

By Brian Hartz
January 8, 2021

Marketing executives runs down her marathon dream

Penny Primus rediscovered her love of running and has since racked up 13 marathons, including the marquee New York City and Boston events.

Executive Diversions

By Brian Hartz
January 8, 2021

Mortgage leader grabs a fishing rod to detach from work

Longtime mortgage lending executive Jane Floyd reels in some whoppers when she's not in the office.

Executive Diversions

By Grier Ferguson
January 8, 2021

For busy health care executive, paintball provides welcome break

Sarah Kitlowski got into paintball about two years ago when a friend — ironically an OSHA safety manager — encouraged her to come play with a group of people.

Executive Diversions

By Grier Ferguson
January 8, 2021

Through pickleball, executive spends more time with colleagues, family

Michael Healy’s first foray into pickleball came after a group of colleagues at Bloomin’ Brands that play regularly asked him if he wanted to join them.

Executive Diversions

By Grier Ferguson
January 8, 2021

Attorney pursues passion of competitive dog training

The chase, and then thrill, of victory with competitive hunting Vizslas drives Jennifer Fowler-Hermes.

Executive Diversions

By Grier Ferguson
June 24, 2020

In the band: marketing pro bangs a drum in her spare time

Sharon Kunkel says the drums are a nice release.

Executive Diversions

By Beth Luberecki
February 21, 2020

Prominent banker completes run for milestone birthday

Charles Idelson ran the New York City Marathon in honor of his 70th birthday.

Executive Diversions

By Mark Gordon
January 10, 2020

Entrepreneur aces golf vacation of a lifetime

Michael Juceam didn’t take up golf seriously until his 50s. Now it’s his passion even on vacation — 4,200 miles from home.

Executive Diversions

By Grier Ferguson
January 10, 2020

Manager takes international trip by herself each year

Chelsea Gruber has traveled the globe, from Denmark to Thailand, seeking new experiences.

Executive Diversions

By Brian Hartz
January 10, 2020

On the march: PR pro's parade dreams come true

Tampa public relations pro Candace Rotolo is a member of the Awesome Original Second Time Arounders Marching Band, a St. Petersburg-based group for adults who’ve never given up their love of performing in a marching band.

Executive Diversions

By Brian Hartz
January 10, 2020

Guitar hero: Office space expert kicks out the jams

Colliers executive Bill Reeves is a founding member of Southern Train, a band made up of other Tampa-area commercial real estate executives.

Executive Diversions

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