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Jim Stinson
July 21, 2023

Clearwater private flight company soars as clients seek comfort in clouds

A nonstop demand for white-glove private air service that began during the pandemic pushes a nimble and opportunistic company to new heights.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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Denise Federer
July 13, 2023

Want a smooth family business transition? Embrace strategic planning.

The best kind of strategic planning prioritizes long-term goals over short-term comfort.

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Amanda Postma
July 6, 2023

Furniture store embraces green and lean approach — with big results

City Furniture has come a long way since it was selling waterbeds. Part of that growth is attributed to a stay-lean business strategy.

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Andrew Warfield
July 6, 2023

New Sarasota EDC president grapples with logistic challenges, celebrates wins

On her first day on the job, Erin Silk explains how the Economic Development Corp of Sarasota County will meet the demands of the County Commission.

Manatee-Sarasota

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Brian Hartz
July 5, 2023

Pandemic financial relief firm seizes opportunity, seeks to hire 100 employees

A lesser-known pandemic relief program has attracted a flurry of scammers. But a Tampa company is determined to do right by its clients — and hopefully keep them around as it evolves.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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Mark Gordon
July 4, 2023

Vet care clinic jumps into expansion mode in SWFL

Chain looks to fill the gap other veterinary practices miss.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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Amanda Postma
June 30, 2023

Fondue chain one-third of the way through $30 million renovation

The Melting Pot Sarasota wrapped its renovation around a new focus on the bar area.

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Beth Luberecki
June 28, 2023

Homebuilder’s in-house strategy provides edge against competitors

What started as an offshoot of Naples-based Diamond Custom Homes has turned into an entity that’s forged its own identity.

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Louis Llovio
June 27, 2023

Tampa names new economic opportunity director

Javier Marin comes to Tampa after stint at the Central Florida Development Council.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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Amanda Postma
June 27, 2023

Chicken restaurant spices up Tampa with eight-location deal

The franchise owners of several Fuzzy's Taco Shop locations set their sights on a new venture: Dave's Hot Chicken.

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Amanda Postma
June 27, 2023

Sarasota company adapts to era of remote working with new office

S-One Holdings recently moved from downtown Sarasota to a former CrossFit gym, reducing the amount of desk space available and instead expanding its video production.

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Brian Hartz
June 23, 2023

Law firm adopts people-first approach to expansion

As out-of-state law firms look to make inroads in Florida, one in particular is succeeding with a softer, more personable approach.

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Louis Llovio
June 21, 2023

Tampa CRE boutique firm says time was right to sell itself

After years of discussions, Dallas-based SRS Real Estate Partners has bought the boutique Tampa-based commercial real estate firm Meridian Retail Group.

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Jim Stinson
June 20, 2023

St. Pete firm adds office 700 miles away — rather than lose employee

An accounting firm in St. Pete found a creative solution to keep an employee, who, for family reasons, needed to move 700 miles away.

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Beth Luberecki
June 16, 2023

Yacht subscription business off to smooth start

Naples-based Exclusive Yachts offers the first subscription-based membership club for luxury yacht experiences. Two keys to the early success: be thoughtful and be flexible.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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Clearwater private flight company soars as clients seek comfort in clouds

Want a smooth family business transition? Embrace strategic planning.

Furniture store embraces green and lean approach — with big results

New Sarasota EDC president grapples with logistic challenges, celebrates wins

Pandemic financial relief firm seizes opportunity, seeks to hire 100 employees

Vet care clinic jumps into expansion mode in SWFL

Fondue chain one-third of the way through $30 million renovation

Homebuilder’s in-house strategy provides edge against competitors

Tampa names new economic opportunity director

Chicken restaurant spices up Tampa with eight-location deal

Sarasota company adapts to era of remote working with new office

Law firm adopts people-first approach to expansion

Tampa CRE boutique firm says time was right to sell itself

St. Pete firm adds office 700 miles away — rather than lose employee

Yacht subscription business off to smooth start

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