Industries

By Louis Llovio
May 25, 2023

Brandon mall acquired for $220 million

Westfield Brandon's French owner sold the property to a West Palm Beach investment firm, another step in its efforts to exit the U.S. market.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Amanda Postma
May 25, 2023

Local financial adviser named to national list for the 14th time

Scott Pinkerton improved his ranking to 37 on the top 1,200 list.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Louis Llovio
May 25, 2023

Historic Sarasota building sold for $17M — a year after buyer backed out

The Mira Mar on downtown Sarasota's Palm Avenue has sold to a local developer after safety concerns and an inability to get a demolition permit killed the previous deal.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Mark Gordon
May 25, 2023

SWFL water quality testing company appoints plant manager

Curtis Burks previously worked for Honeywell International.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Louis Llovio
May 25, 2023

Florida Aquarium launches creative plan to lure more businesses, donors

The Tampa aquarium has created a corporate membership program that aims to both raise money and create a cultural institution.

Strategies

By Louis Llovio
May 24, 2023

23,000-square-foot grocery store coming to downtown Sarasota

Sprouts has signed a long-term lease to be part of One Main Plaza, the Main Street development under construction.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Amanda Postma
May 24, 2023

Beverage bottling giant names new Sarasota territory manager

Theodore “Teddy” Mejeur will oversee operations in Manatee, Sarasota and parts of Charlotte counties.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Brian Hartz
May 24, 2023

Amalie Arena named 13th best venue for NHL fans

Denver’s Ball Arena, home of the Colorado Avalanche, took the top spot in a study conducted by a Canadian sports-betting website.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Mark Gordon
May 24, 2023

Tax, health care attorney chosen for Fort Myers firm’s executive committee

Erin Houck-Toll has been with Henderson Franklin for nearly 20 years.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Louis Llovio
May 23, 2023

Pasco County mall sells for $70.5 million

The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel was bought by a Dallas investor with plans to make improvements.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Louis Llovio
May 23, 2023

State pays $97 million to protect 38,848 acres from development

Twelve Florida landowners, including in Polk and Charlotte counties, agree to sell conservation easements to the state in deal aimed at persevering Florida's ecosystem.