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Mark Gordon
January 11, 2019

Top fundraiser writes his way to new passion

A well-known institutional fundraiser in the Tampa region, Joel Momberg, 69, recently led the billion-dollar USF Unstoppable Campaign. He’s also one of the original founders of Taste of Pinellas and the Children's Miracle Network Telethon. Prior to USF,

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January 11, 2019

Entrepreneur turns global travel into family adventure

Brent Alexander has been to some 70 countries, while the couple’s sons have been on at least 15 trips totaling 38 countries.

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Grier Ferguson
February 9, 2018

Make a Run

Entrepreneur Peter Kilcullen likes to run. And run. And run. What fuels his enthusiasm?

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Brian Hartz
January 12, 2018

Write Stuff

Commercial cleaning entrepreneur Todd Hopkins has turned his writing hobby into a successful side career as an author of faith-based business books.

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Grier Ferguson
January 12, 2018

Take Aim

The first time business owner Patricia Staebler had to shoot a sniper rifle, she hit two bull's-eyes. Now she's on a mission to get even better.

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Brian Hartz
January 12, 2018

Climb Every Mountain

After taking up mountain climbing a decade ago, Tampa attorney Stefan Stein has already summited some of the world's tallest peaks. He's got more climbing in mind.

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Beth Luberecki
January 12, 2018

Take a Hike

Mireya Eavey leaves work at work when she hikes the Appalachian Trail.

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Mark Gordon
January 12, 2018

Big Drive

Kristina Vorndran, just getting going in her financial services career, has a unique past to share with clients: She's a world-champion auto racer.

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Mark Gordon
January 12, 2018

For the Journey

Lauren Hughey racks up the frequent flier miles with multiple global trips. Her aim is life transformation — not free tickets.

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Grier Ferguson
January 12, 2018

Plant the Seed

To build their daughter's legacy, attorney Lewis Hall and his wife, Kay, started an organic farm on their family's ranch in Arcadia.

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Brian Hartz
January 12, 2018

Naval Maneuvers

Laura Martis sought some additional role models for her son. Both the preteen and real estate executive found that, and a lot more.

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Ted Carter
January 12, 2018

On Guard

For a mental break from work, Ed Moore picks up a sword and a mask.

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Mark Gordon
January 12, 2018

Dr. Violin

A busy Southwest Florida doctor finds solace in a high-pressure musical side gig.

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Ted Carter
July 7, 2017

Play the funk

Angelo Biasi runs an education company by day. At night, he tells a different story.

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Mark Gordon
February 3, 2017

Foster love

Construction executive Brian Leaver has found a novel way to reduce stress: Bring more kids into his life.

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