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Bloomin' Brands shakes up board

Outback Steakhouse owner puts new board focus on technology.

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Bank promotes longtime employee to leadership post

Melissa Black has been with Crews Bank & Trust for 26 years.

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Back in 2005, in Bradenton, three guys followed a dream in a small shop that has now grown into a nationally known automation company.

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Rolling Stones legend's sale will give another couple shelter.

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Former bank property finds new purpose as a bookstore

Goodwill Manatee purchased the property last year for $1.55 million.

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Longboat Key home on the market for $12 million

The three-year old home sits on the Gulf of Mexico and comes with a second, buildable parcel.

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Florida remains major destination for national retailers looking to expand

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Prolific homebuilder tackles new niche: Attainable housing

SimplyDwell Homes is focused on becoming a leader of attainable housing in Manatee County.

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Famed Parisian fashion house Chanel opens Tampa store

In the week's top commercial real estate news, a mobile home park is bought in Fort Myers, a Virginia convinience store sells in Palmetto, and retailers open in Tampa.

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Architect selected for Sarasota auditorium expansion

Nonprofit has big plans for the Sarasota arts community.

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Hospitality event: Labor remains industry's toughest puzzle

Industry professionals gathered in Tampa on Thursday to talk through strategies they use to retain talent.

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Tampa Bay medical training school acquires Northeastern campuses

Ultimate Medical Academy says it will expand into north with American Institute.

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Education company promotes from within for president and COO role

Greg Sapienza initially joined OptimaEd in March 2022.

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Airline to add four new destinations from TPA

Spirit will add a permanent daily line from TPA to a Southern business hub.

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