Industries

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By S.T. Cardinal
October 21, 2025

Bradenton state senator outlines plans for senate president role

In his address to the Senate Caucus, Jim Boyd said he has a vision for Florida where “every person has the chance to prosper" and where businesses are empowered to grow.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Denise Federer
October 21, 2025

5 traits that make a great third-generation family business leader

From humility to a nice human touch, it pays off to start developing these traits early in your career.

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By Anastasia Dawson
October 20, 2025

NYC billionaire behind St. Pete tower talks move to Tampa Bay, with plans to stay

John Catsimatidis is the New York City developer behind St. Petersburg's tallest tower, the Residences at 400 Central. He spoke about investing in the Tampa Bay region and, soon, calling it home.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
October 20, 2025

St. Pete Beach resort renovations aimed at landing prestigious Hilton flag

Following a $25 million Phase 1 renovation, the owners of the Sirata Beach Resort are working on Phase 2 with plans for it to be complete early next year.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Mark Gordon
October 20, 2025

Florida rises in national rankings for electric vehicle sales

The Alliance for Automotive Innovation report found Florida has the second-biggest market share gain in buying EVs.

Florida

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By Elizabeth King
October 20, 2025

Sarasota psychiatric practice becomes part of network

Cohen & Associates LLC has been incorporated into Hope Therapeutics, Inc.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Elizabeth King
October 20, 2025

Lakewood Ranch farmers market named No. 1 in America

The farmers market at Waterside Place received the most votes in a nationwide competition hosted by the American Farmland Trust.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Louis Llovio
October 20, 2025

Tampa Aldi-anchored center sells for $12.7 million

The Hillsborough County shopping plaza was bought by an out-of-state investor

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
October 19, 2025

Miami developer gets $121 million loan for St. Petersburg project

In the week's top commercial real estate news, a New York banks stays in Tampa, an industrial site is up for sale in Sarasota, and a famed barrier island inn is being rebuilt.

Florida

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By Elizabeth King
October 17, 2025

Gecko's co-founder to be named Florida Restaurateur of the Year

The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association will induct Mike Quillen into its Hall of Fame.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Eric Garwood
October 17, 2025

$314M nonprofit charter school operator targets region for major expansion

Hillsborough, Manatee, Polk and Sarasota are on Mater Academy's list of target schools. That's a request that one Manatee County school board member says will only happen over her "dead body."

Florida

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By Elizabeth King
October 17, 2025

Coworking spaces in region emphasize flexibility, culture

An amenities race — hello, cold plunge — is breaking out in developing and leasing coworking spaces. A pair of Sarasota entrepreneurs leads the way.

Florida

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By Anastasia Dawson
October 16, 2025

Hillsborough commission approves $18M for Steinbrenner Field upgrades

Hillsborough County commissioners voted 6-1 Wednesday to spend $17.96 million in tourist tax revenue on renovations to the Yankees’ spring training field.