Industries

By Business Observer Staff
May 3, 2023

First Watch acquires six of its franchise-owned restaurants

The concept, which has 470 restaurants in 29 states, acquired the restaurants in Nebraska as part of its growth strategy.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Business Observer Staff
May 3, 2023

Tourist tax in Tampa surges, reaches nearly $33M in first half of fiscal year

The TDT collections in just March alone were up 13% over last year.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Mark Gordon
May 3, 2023

Fort Myers architecture firm expands to Michigan with acquisition

Studio+ now has six offices nationwide.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Louis Llovio
May 3, 2023

Cost of Port Charlotte resort climbs to nearly $700 million

The CEO of Allegiant says economic challenges continue to push up the cost of the Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Mark Gordon
May 3, 2023

Radio industry veteran returns to region to run five AM stations

Carolyn Cassidy has worked in Vermont, Massachusetts, Colorado and Ohio, in addition to Florida.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Mark Gordon
May 3, 2023

7 principles to being a leader: Start with better breathing

Susan Freeman’s advice for those who seek a new path to become better leaders requires an open-your-mind (and body) spirit.

Leadership

By Business Observer Staff
May 2, 2023

Community bank names Sarasota market president

Mike Moschella has worked in both Sarasota and Manatee county markets for over 20 years.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Amanda Postma
May 2, 2023

Top Marvel exec visits St. Pete, reveals secrets to blockbuster film success

Marvel Studios executive Mitchell Bell, like some of the characters in the movies his company makes, says in business, you shouldn't run from fear. Says Bell: "If something scares you, do it."

Strategies

By Mark Gordon
May 2, 2023

Fort Myers cancer services practice receives $65 million investment

Funds will help American Oncology Network continue its mission of supporting community-based oncology practices.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Brian Hartz
May 2, 2023

Tampa health care IT company promotes president to CEO

Michelle Jaeger joined DAS Health in 2021 as the company’s COO.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Louis Llovio
May 2, 2023

Investor using three LLCs buys Bradenton shopping center for $12.1M

The Winn-Dixie-anchored Southwood Shops is fully leased as new owner takes over the 42-year-old shopping center.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Amanda Postma
May 1, 2023

Benderson buys Sarasota shopping center for $14.4 million

Bee Ridge Square is anchored by national department store Burlington.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Louis Llovio
May 1, 2023

Premier Chicago hospital group pays $24.5M for Naples hotel property

Northwestern University affiliated medical group says it is exploring an outpatient facility on the Tamiami Trail property once home to the Collins Hotel.