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Strategies

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  • Beth Luberecki
  • June 2, 2023
Naples storm window manufacturer embraces winds of change

A major innovation launched Advanced Hurricane Technology. That creative spirit rolls on as the family business grows under its second generation.

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  • Amanda Postma
  • May 30, 2023
The Louis Vuitton of real estate, Living Vogue seeks to glam up industry

In four frenzied years, luxury real estate brokerage Living Vogue has added a second location and is now up to 100 agents. "We had confidence in ourselves," the co-founder says.

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  • May 29, 2023
Tampa developer has new weapon in community amenity battle: A farm

Metro Development Group seeks to wow, and win over, homebuyers with a unique farm offering.

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  • May 25, 2023
Florida Aquarium launches creative plan to lure more businesses, donors

The Tampa aquarium has created a corporate membership program that aims to both raise money and create a cultural institution.

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  • May 19, 2023
Strategy shift pays off for locally based homebuilder

No longer one of the little guys, Fort Myers-based Christopher Alan Homes — a $142M business — keeps expanding in Southwest Florida and statewide.

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  • Amanda Postma
  • May 16, 2023
Popular Sarasota flower shop rebrands, plots expansion to new markets

After more than 35 years, Beneva is getting a brand makeover, with a focus on the emotional side of the company's products and services. "We do so much more than just florals," says the CEO.

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  • May 10, 2023
Major Midwest hardware retailer buys land in Manatee

Wisconsin-based Menards has bought 30 acres of land east of Interstate 75.

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  • May 9, 2023
Call center giant debuts $28M SWFL facility

Construction began in 2019.

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  • Amanda Postma
  • May 2, 2023
Top Marvel exec visits St. Pete, reveals secrets to blockbuster film success

Marvel Studios executive Mitchell Bell, like some of the characters in the movies his company makes, says in business, you shouldn't run from fear. Says Bell: "If something scares you, do it."

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  • Brian Hartz
  • April 25, 2023
Family business executive navigates major career change

With a background in finance and education, Kelly Hendry never expected to take over her father’s dredging and ship-repair company. Yet she’s risen to the challenge with bold and fresh ideas.

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  • April 20, 2023
Banks flush with cash as customers squirrel away money

As consumers seek safer havens for their money in the wake of the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, Florida banks have benefited from a sharp rise in deposits, but challenges loom.

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  • Louis Llovio
  • April 19, 2023
As more multimillion-dollar homes enter market, Realtors look to cash in

Despite the price tag, luxury agents say the skills needed to sell a mansion are not so different from those needed to sell an average house.

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  • Mark Gordon
  • April 6, 2023
Fast-growing Southeast sushi chain to make debut in Tampa, Naples

Rock N Development group plans 35 restaurant locations in the Sunshine State.

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  • April 6, 2023
Clearwater family prepares for new era after acquisition

The decision to sell a successful family-owned business can be fraught with emotional baggage. Piper Fire Protection's unique corporate structure helped it get everyone onboard.

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  • April 4, 2023
Father-daughter duo mix risk with stability at $220M beer business

Even after five decades in the beer and beverage business, John Saputo isn’t ready to walk away. If (when) he does, he’s confident the next generation is ready to run the company.

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