Industries

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By Brian Hartz
October 28, 2021

Lofty ambitions: Drone-based businesses navigate their way to success

Using the devices for commercial purposes can be a turbulent ride. Some innovators in the region lead the way to clear skies.

Technology

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By Beth Luberecki
October 21, 2021

Arena seeks to bring in big-time national concerts

A new partnership sets the stage for the next act at Hertz Arena.

Travel-Tourism

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By Louis Llovio
October 21, 2021

Exclusive: Related's Jon Paul Pérez talks market, the future and his new Ritz-Carlton branded tower

Prolific Miami developer Related Group has found a second home in Tampa, building both luxury and affordable housing.

Commercial Real Estate

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By Amanda Postma
October 15, 2021

Local law firms get creative in recruitment

The current hiring environment for law firms, like in most industries, is complicated. A few firms have found new ways to move head, while keeping some features that work.

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By Louis Llovio
October 14, 2021

As the Tampa Bay Rays plan for the future, is there reason to hope the Sister City plan will work? History says no

The Tampa Bay Rays' plan to play in two cities faces reality of past failures — to the north and at home.

Commercial Real Estate

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By Brian Hartz
October 14, 2021

Hail Mary: $5M gift to Catholic school funds creation of business law institute

Ave Maria School of Law, a Naples, Florida-based institution founded on Catholic principles, seeks to shake up the career path for young attorneys.

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By Mark Gordon
October 14, 2021

Forensic accountant helps save iconic steakhouse brand

In a long and distinguished career, Jerry McHale had never worked on a case like the Palm Restaurant.

Finance

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By Louis Llovio
October 13, 2021

Office and retail space comes to market in prime downtown development

Grand Central at Kennedy development has thousands of square feet available for lease in Tampa's Channel District

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Business Observer Staff
October 7, 2021

Accomplished industry vet joins marketing firm as chief revenue officer

Catalina, a St. Petersburg, Florida, marketing firm that specializes in shopper intelligence, has hired former Epsilon executive Stacey Hawes as chief revenue officer.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Mark Gordon
September 30, 2021

College's new $10M home for entrepreneurs has bright future

With a charismatic leader at the helm and significant community financial support, the Daveler & Kauanui School of Entrepreneurship has big plans for the future.