Strategies

Grier Ferguson
April 1, 2020

Pizzeria owner adapts to changing conditions in the face of the coronavirus — toilet paper included

In a true sign of the times, Solorzano’s Pizzerias is giving away a free roll of toilet paper to customers who place an order over $30.

Strategies

Kevin McQuaid
March 27, 2020

Publix Super Markets Inc. boosts supply chain

Publix Super Markets Inc., Lakeland-based grocer and the state's larges food supplier, is working to keep shelves stocked and stores virus free during the pandemic.

Industries

Mark Gordon
March 25, 2020

Soap company founder utilizes past crisis-management lessons

Online sales are up 140% year-over-year at Naples Soap Co.

Entrepreneurs

Grier Ferguson
March 25, 2020

Real estate firm adapts to coronavirus conditions as demand continues

Despite uncertain times, Michael Saunders says there’s still high demand for real estate.

Strategies

Grier Ferguson
March 25, 2020

Area hand sanitizer manufacturer increases production in wake of coronavirus

Durisan’s facility is running 24/7.

Strategies

Grier Ferguson
March 25, 2020

CPA firm reacts to coronavirus in midst of tax season

Cavanaugh & Co. is offering clients and employees tax prep options.

Strategies

Grier Ferguson
March 25, 2020

Nonprofit works to keep delivering meals during coronavirus crisis

Meals on Wheels of Sarasota has changed some procedures to keep volunteers and clients safe during coronavirus.

Strategies

Beth Luberecki
March 23, 2020

Firm helps nonprofits shift in the face of the coronavirus pandemic

VeraData shifts along with its clients.

Strategies

Beth Luberecki
March 21, 2020

Gulfshore Playhouse cuts season short

With theater shuttered, it focuses on preparing for the future.

Strategies

Beth Luberecki
March 20, 2020

Future considerations: Exec, mindful of long-term continuity, makes bold move

Fort Myers-based Midland Financial Corp. has changed its ownership structure, transitioning to an employee-owned company.

Strategies

Mark Gordon
March 13, 2020

Couple's grit, creativity leads to tasty company

Angie and Dan Bastian's secret sauce for a thriving business — and lucrative exit — lies in a underutilized principle: Go forward, with gusto, but without all the answers.