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By Jim Stinson
April 5, 2024

Eager entrepreneurs aim to shake up the Tampa networking scene

Skip the chicken dinners. Pass on old-style meet-and-greets. An energetic group of young Tampa entrepreneurs are out to change the way networking is done.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Jim Stinson
March 26, 2024

Headhunting firms project a surge in promotions and new business

Companies in industries from financial services to supply chain and technology to engineering are in need of executives and leaders across Tampa Bay. That means search firms are busy.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Mark Gordon
March 19, 2024

Toy executive turns C-suite failure into his greatest success

Purpose and clarity are the bookends for retired toy executive Jamie Gallagher’s four leadership must-dos. In between those are two C's: culture and creativity.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Denise Federer
March 5, 2024

In pursuit of a more perfect succession

Creating a family constitution is a challenging yet necessary part of a strong business succession plan.

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By Mark Gordon
February 23, 2024

Retired general: ‘The moment you become selfish as a leader, you are done’

From facing fears to finding work-life balance, good leaders, according to a recent summit, need to be constantly aware of themselves, their business, and myriad threats and opportunities.

Florida

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By Mark Gordon
January 29, 2024

Florida exec finds new life purpose after being confronted by gunman

John Miles accomplished quite a lot in business and the military before he turned 50. Those wins are mere pit stops as he executes on his next big life mission: helping others find their purpose.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Mark Gordon
January 22, 2024

Want to be a better leader? Get curious.

A pair of leadership consultants press the case: Strong leaders must be driven by curiosity.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Denise Federer
January 17, 2024

3 keys to overcoming transition terrors for smooth business succession

"You can’t figure out emotion on a spreadsheet." But businesses can, with a focused accountable action plan, hand off the company from one generation to the next.

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By Mark Gordon
January 12, 2024

Team-building firm training better leadership habits enters its next stage

Laugh with, not at. Laptop down. Celebrate small things. These tiny catchphrases have a big influence on how Game On Nation helps leaders become better leaders and better people.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Brian Hartz
January 9, 2024

Ad agency CEO says running makes her a better, more confident leader

Advertising executive Christine Turner started running in college to relieve stress. Now she’s conquering racecourses across the country, including mountainous trail runs.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Mark Gordon
December 31, 2023

Statewide entrepreneur help center opens two new offices in region

The Florida Small Business Development Center at the University of South Florida is opening a pair of satellite offices in the region to kick off 2024.

Florida

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By Jim Stinson
December 13, 2023

Tampa Bay management consulting firm hires growth director

Tampa-based Strategos Group, a management consulting firm, made Kevin Jenkins its director of enterprise growth and investments.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Jim Stinson
December 12, 2023

Report: Small business optimism shrinks as year ends

Inflation and a lack of qualified applicants are vexing businesses in Florida and elsewhere.

Florida

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By Mark Gordon
November 29, 2023

Fort Myers chamber names new president, CEO

Robert Goltz, who has 25 years of experience in chamber of commerces and economic development organizations, has been named president and CEO Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Beth Luberecki
November 22, 2023

FGCU institute on positive aging aims to boost senior industry workforce

Given more than 500,000 people over age 60 live in Southwest Florida, the region is fertile ground to study — and support — seniors.

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Eager entrepreneurs aim to shake up the Tampa networking scene

Headhunting firms project a surge in promotions and new business

Toy executive turns C-suite failure into his greatest success

In pursuit of a more perfect succession

Retired general: ‘The moment you become selfish as a leader, you are done’

Florida exec finds new life purpose after being confronted by gunman

Want to be a better leader? Get curious.

3 keys to overcoming transition terrors for smooth business succession

Team-building firm training better leadership habits enters its next stage

Ad agency CEO says running makes her a better, more confident leader

Statewide entrepreneur help center opens two new offices in region

Tampa Bay management consulting firm hires growth director

Report: Small business optimism shrinks as year ends

Fort Myers chamber names new president, CEO

FGCU institute on positive aging aims to boost senior industry workforce

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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