Business Support

By Mark Gordon
March 12, 2026

Sarasota best-selling author, speaker overcame teenage trauma

Simone Knego overcame some crushing teenage trauma to lead a life of confidence — and consistent accomplishments. Now she encourages others to do the same.

Leadership

By Kristen Lessig-Schenerlein, Hannah McGowan
February 25, 2026

Defeating impostor syndrome requires responding to self-doubt with clarity, confidence

The passenger seat metaphor is appropos: "If you are going to let self-doubt ride along," the authors say, "don’t let it drive the car. You remain in control of your actions."

Advice

By Denise Federer
February 19, 2026

Fair or equal? How to split up ownership of a family business

Emotions and money are in play when deciding the future of a family business. Over-communicating is essential when making long-term decisions.

Advice

By Denise Federer
February 10, 2026

Family wealth transfer: More at stake than money

The emotional considerations of leaving your wealth to the next generation in a family business can be an obstacle to a smooth transition.

Advice

By Anastasia Dawson
February 2, 2026

AI, emerging tech at the forefront of annual annual jobs summit

Speakers from multiple industries across Florida cited emerging technologies and artificial intelligence as a one of the key changes in the way they do business in 2026.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Kristen Lessig-Schenerlein, Hannah McGowan
January 14, 2026

Leaders can help promote humble confidence, erase impostor syndrome

Helping teammates overcome impostor syndrome starts at the top.

Advice

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By Denise Federer
December 17, 2025

The peril and promise of siblings in a family business

Navigating sibling relationships can be treacherous when the family-run company is at stake. Setting up a clear governance structure is key.

Advice

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By Anastasia Dawson
December 13, 2025

Report: Small business optimism up, but worries percolate

An increase in business owners expecting more sales was the biggest factor in the increased Optimism Index.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Mark Gordon
December 3, 2025

Lee chambers sign short-term shared leadership contract

The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce will soon begin a search for a new leader.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Denise Federer
November 19, 2025

How and when to fire a family member from the family business

A tough but necessary decision is littered with minefields.

Advice

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By Mark Gordon
November 13, 2025

Global employment agency exec dishes on how to develop a team of superstars

A nationwide leadership speaker says holding people accountable — with support, not intimidation — is the best way to build high-performing teams.

Leadership

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By Jeff Brandes
October 29, 2025

Former state senator: Expanded term limits will be a big win for Florida

No business can flourish if it changes leaders every two years. But that’s Florida’s Legislature. Twelve-years terms would breed better, smarter results.

Opinion

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By Elizabeth King
October 24, 2025

Studio that builds companies, backed by prominent leaders, launches in Sarasota

A group of Sarasota executives steeped in founding and exiting businesses has turned their attention — and wallets — to a new startup, Suncoast Venture Studio.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Mark Gordon
October 23, 2025

Acclaimed local leadership author writes sequel — with her teenage kids

Teaching leadership skills should start at a young age, contends a two-time author on the subject. Her latest book, written with two leaders she knows rather well, proves the concepts are also ageless.

Leadership

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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.

Advice

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Sarasota best-selling author, speaker overcame teenage trauma

Defeating impostor syndrome requires responding to self-doubt with clarity, confidence

Fair or equal? How to split up ownership of a family business

Family wealth transfer: More at stake than money

AI, emerging tech at the forefront of annual annual jobs summit

Leaders can help promote humble confidence, erase impostor syndrome

The peril and promise of siblings in a family business

Report: Small business optimism up, but worries percolate

Lee chambers sign short-term shared leadership contract

How and when to fire a family member from the family business

Global employment agency exec dishes on how to develop a team of superstars

Former state senator: Expanded term limits will be a big win for Florida

Studio that builds companies, backed by prominent leaders, launches in Sarasota

Acclaimed local leadership author writes sequel — with her teenage kids

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

Work starts on Naples apartments as developer secures $45M in financing

$300K Bradenton EDC contract up for vote in Manatee

27 Gulf Coast companies ranked among fastest growing in Southeast

Tampa tire store franchisor rolls into new brands, buys a restaurant

Tickets on sale for Business Observer's flagship event: Top Entrepreneur Luncheon

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