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Target: Tampa

Many Southwest Florida contractors stay away from Tampa. Not Mark Stevens.

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Pet Protection

Dogs will no longer be second-class citizens in the backseats of cars with Joe Volpe's patented invention. Mass market vindication, and sales, are his next challenges.

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Tee for Two

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China by Internet

Can you build a product in China without ever setting foot there? Just ask entrepreneur Simon Morris.

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Save Up

An ultra-crowded industry didn't scare off Gerrid Smith. He aims to translate bravery — and a charity-focused business model — into success.

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Neil Simon and Stephen McKenna Jr. launched their commercial construction firm in late 2011. Good timing.

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How to choose and balance your priorities to achieve your 2013 goals.

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Something to Celebrate

Kevin Baker's business strategy helped his own financial stability.

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Follow the Plan

An insurance company launched with a risk, but it's since grown steadily. More growth is projected in 2013.

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The E-doctor

Software innovator Vitera is changing the game for the medical office and the patient.

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