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  • By Beth Luberecki
  • June 16, 2017
Young Guns

Five top bankers in the region share their stories — and secrets behind their success.

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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • June 9, 2017
Critical Mass

Dilweg Cos. has spent more than $135 million this year on office buildings to establish itself along the Gulf Coast.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • June 9, 2017
News-Press site hits market for $8.5 million

Gannett Co., owner of the News-Press in Fort Myers, has put the newspaper's current site on the market for $8.5 million.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff
  • June 9, 2017
Passco spends $104 million for two area complexes

Irvine, Calif.-based Passco Cos. LLC has acquired a pair of Class A, new Gulf Coast apartment complexes for $104.7 million.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • June 9, 2017
Denholtz office renovations paying dividends in Tampa, St. Petersburg

Taylor Media Corp. moves into St. Petersburg building

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • June 9, 2017
The 'Fulcrum'

BTI Partners believes its Westshore Marina District will spur further growth in both Tampa and St. Petersburg.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Alicia Ceccarelli
  • June 9, 2017
School Session

The education market is ripe for technological disruption. An enterprising techie hopes to be a big part of the shift.

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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • June 2, 2017
High-profile project seeks to grab prominent flag

Don't be surprised if the new hotel that is developed in Tampa's Channel District carries a Marriott flag when it is eventually developed.

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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • June 2, 2017
Timeshare firm buying up Crystal Shores

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corp., an Orlando-based company that operates timeshares affiliated with Marriott International Inc. brands nationwide, has been consolidating ownership of the Crystal Shores resort on Marco Island, Collier County property records indicate.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • June 2, 2017
Robb & Stucky starts work on new Fort Myers HQ

Upscale furniture and household decor retailer Robb & Stucky International is scheduled to begin construction of the first phase of its new corporate headquarters, distribution center and assemblage facility in Fort Myers in early June.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • June 2, 2017
All about the experience

Retail isn't dead, contrary to popular belief. But changing consumer tastes means the shopping experience itself is as critical as the goods sold.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • June 2, 2017
New Pier to have $79M impact

St. Petersburg's new Pier project and its amenities are expected to generate $79.5 million in new dining, retail and hotel sales after the city attraction opens late in 2018, according to a new study.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • May 26, 2017
McKibbon wins top Marriott award

McKibbon Hospitality has been awarded Marriott International's top hospitality manager award, the only company in Florida to receive the designation for 2016.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • May 26, 2017
Lansbrook deal signals multifamily strength

In the latest sign that the region's multifamily market remains strong for investors, Atlanta-based Carroll Organization has bought out its joint venture partner in Lansbrook Village, in Palm Harbor.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • May 26, 2017
Smarter, not harder

Don Phillips has refocused in recent years, with an eye to the future.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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