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Restaurants turn to automation to fill positions — and increase productivity

As the hospitality industry grapples with a shortage of workers, robots are becoming more enticing.

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Entrepreneur grows company over 730% in just a year

Courtney Schomburg has discovered a solid niche in the space between real estate brokerage work and interior design.

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On-the-rise St. Pete tech firm rebrands, launches new products

St. Petersburg-based Marxent, which specializes in 3D graphics for online retailers, will now be known as 3D Cloud by Marxent.

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Rent a center: Building owner has a 'suite' solution for vacant space

Dunedin, Florida-based Achieva Credit Union, previously the sole occupant of its corporate headquarters, has opened up its office to new tenants.

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Women’s retailer scores new board member with Nike exec

Eli Kumekpor joined the Chico’s board Feb. 21.

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Busch Gardens, after two year-delay, opens latest thrill ride

Busch Gardens, after two year-delay, opens Iron Gwazi, its latest thrill ride.

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  • February 22, 2022
With a focus on engaged learning, business school rises in national rankings

Florida Southern College has a formula for success in the business of business schools: stay ahead of market needs and trends.

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  • February 22, 2022
Rules to promote condo safety could keep buyers out of the market

New federal rule makes it harder for average buyer to purchase a condo — while also raising liability concerns for owners.

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  • February 21, 2022
Local developer partners with national chain on new modular store design

Winter Haven-based Tom Wolf Co. helps create the first drive-thru Jimmy John’s in the style of a shipping container.

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  • February 20, 2022
Hertz invests $19M in European electric vehicle company

The rental car firm makes another step in electric vehicle mobility movement.

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  • February 18, 2022
First-of-its-kind resort price tag rises to $585 million

Long anticipated Allegiant resort now booking for next year.

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  • February 18, 2022
Survey says: 93% of architects optimistic about development economy

Architects upbeat about the construction industry in 2022.

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  • February 18, 2022
Tampa lobbying firm promotes veteran staffer to vice president

Edward Briggs has been named vice president of government and community affairs at RSA Consulting, a Tampa-based lobbying firm.

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  • February 17, 2022
St. Louis native takes the long road from the broadcast booth to managing millions of square feet in Florida

Lifelong property manager helping a Chicago-based firm break open the Sun Belt — and grow its Florida portfolio.

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