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Amanda Postma
September 9, 2021

Several yacht clubs in the area are navigating higher-than-normal member numbers

Many contribute the growth to the safety that the clubs provided during the pandemic. Now they're exploring ways to expand without diminishing the elegance.

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Amanda Postma
September 2, 2021

Companies hope to avoid fights while requiring some jabs

Despite the seemingly endless polarization, some employers see vaccine requirements as a huge step forward in the war against the pandemic. But rolling out vaccine policies — and rolling up sleeves — isn't always a cinch.

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Brian Hartz
August 26, 2021

Panic room firm posts frightening good growth

Business is booming for a manufacturer of high-tech safes, panic rooms and gun cabinets.

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Beth Luberecki
August 12, 2021

Entrepreneurial couple — he’s 86, she’s 80 — gives way to the next generation

Industry-leading sailing school prepares for a new leadership era while it navigates a big surge in boating.

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Mark Gordon
August 5, 2021

Soap entrepreneur seeks to raise $4M to fuel more growth

An unwavering focus on constant improvement has Deanna Wallin’s retail business on the cusp of a major new phase.

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Louis Llovio
July 29, 2021

National grocer, after Tampa debut, plots expansion to other parts of Florida

Kroger CEO and Chairman says Florida is a prime market for the grocer's delivery service

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Amanda Postma
July 29, 2021

Army veteran focused on planned growth moves company into 20,000 square foot building

Army veteran Mike Guidoboni, with an investment that long surpassed $1 million, has big ideas for how a his manufacturing firm can grow.

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Beth Luberecki
July 21, 2021

Shrewd decision sets up boating business to make big waves

Thanks partially to o a $5 million investment, IMM Boat Lifts is set up a boating industry business to make big waves.

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Amanda Postma
July 8, 2021

Printing company purchases second press to keep up with demand

Sensing an opportunity to grab more market share — and to keep up with a big push in demand — a printing company makes a nearly $1 million investment in its future.

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Amanda Postma
July 1, 2021

In the midst of inventory shortages, some homebuilders are learning to be nimble

'We plan far ahead of need,' says one developer.

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Amanda Postma
June 17, 2021

Crafted Growth

A furniture store saw its revenue spike when customers started to work from home. It's also led to a 50% increase in its payroll.

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Mark Gordon
June 12, 2021

Entrepreneurs ditch the big city for a slower lifestyle

Pair of artistic-driven entrepreneurs has ditched the bright lights and the big city. Their new focus is on enhancing their careers in Southwest Florida.

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Louis Llovio
June 10, 2021

Ybor City ad agency finds being ready is what it takes to make it for more than 40 years

Tampa ad agency ChappellRoberts survived the pandemic and is now welcoming a new generation of leadership. One core attribute? It always looks forward.

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Amanda Postma
June 10, 2021

Small influence, big impact

A marketing trend that doesn't cost a fortune but offers some big return possibilities is growing in prominence

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Mark Gordon
June 3, 2021

Motorcycle guru revs up another fast-growth business

Scott Fischer's latest successful motorcycle business stems from a long-held belief he’s fostered: to not be the smartest guy in the room.

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Several yacht clubs in the area are navigating higher-than-normal member numbers

Companies hope to avoid fights while requiring some jabs

Panic room firm posts frightening good growth

Entrepreneurial couple — he’s 86, she’s 80 — gives way to the next generation

Soap entrepreneur seeks to raise $4M to fuel more growth

National grocer, after Tampa debut, plots expansion to other parts of Florida

Army veteran focused on planned growth moves company into 20,000 square foot building

Shrewd decision sets up boating business to make big waves

Printing company purchases second press to keep up with demand

In the midst of inventory shortages, some homebuilders are learning to be nimble

Crafted Growth

Entrepreneurs ditch the big city for a slower lifestyle

Ybor City ad agency finds being ready is what it takes to make it for more than 40 years

Small influence, big impact

Motorcycle guru revs up another fast-growth business

Will Amendment 3 help or hurt Florida? Depends on whom you ask

Relive the Business Observer's 40 Under 40 issue — in photos, videos

Tampa International wins best large airport award for third straight year

Airline adds new nonstop out of SRQ

In $80M deal, Houston developer buys St. Petersburg apartments at a discount

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