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Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida selected Edward Staros and Mark Wilson.

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Blake Medical Center was chosen for a beating heart, mitral valve repair trial.

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Developer plans Starbucks for underserved area

Benderson Development is seeking approval for a Starbucks on Sarasota's North Trail.

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Limo service introduced for all Florida airports

OneWayLimo's online booking system works with limo companies to fill vehicles.

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Chamber launches minority business program

Program is part the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce's 10-year vision plan.

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Airport announces record month

In May, 629,321 passengers traveled through Southwest Florida International Airport.

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Real estate group selects CEO

Jeffrey Arakelian will serve as CEO of the Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee.

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Marketing firm names new president

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Hospital acquires industrial building for $11.8M

Moffitt Cancer Center purchased the former home of an electronics manufacturer.

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