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Grier Ferguson
August 5, 2020

Luxury Realtor experiences major successes despite pandemic

With luxury buyers seeking tangible assets during uncertain times, Sarasota Realtor Kim Ogilvie recently put $30 million in real estate under contract in 30 days.

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Grier Ferguson
August 5, 2020

Manufacturers associations act fast to help members in new ways during pandemic

Area organizations have introduced job boards, webinars and ways to connect with manufacturers statewide.

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Grier Ferguson
July 29, 2020

Bicycle store owners see increase in demand as well as supply issues

More people have taken up bicycling during the pandemic, with big implications for area bike shops.

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Grier Ferguson
July 23, 2020

Author, leadership consultant shares tips for maintaining energy

Victoria Roos-Olsson wrote the book — literally — on being a great manager. She also has some ideas about how leaders can protect their energy and make the most out of a difficult time.

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Brian Hartz
July 10, 2020

Marketer ignores risk, branches out with deal for web development firm

Big Sea, a St. Petersburg, Florida-based marketing firm, has acquired Pineapple Development and its powerful e-commerce capabilities.

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Grier Ferguson
July 8, 2020

Car maintenance subscription company provides services on the go

A pair of enterprising brothers are steering growth in their upstart business using a simple strategy: give people what they need when they need it.

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Grier Ferguson
July 8, 2020

Restaurant embraces new options to meet market demand

The pandemic has put a dent in the large events Michael’s On East is known for. And while sales remain down overall, there are some bright spots.

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Grier Ferguson
July 8, 2020

Even in times of crisis, nimble companies can utilize interns

An area university is encouraging businesses to transition from in-person to remote internships this summer and fall. Officials have some key tips about how to make it a smooth and productive transition.

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Grier Ferguson
July 1, 2020

Homebuilder uses key manufacturing strategy — continuous improvement — to build affordable homes faster and better

The GulfStar Homes team was busy in May and June catching up with pent-up demand.

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Brian Hartz
July 1, 2020

Boat, RV dealers ride sales surge

Travel trepidation, coupled with shutdown of schools, camps and sports, has area boat and RV dealers riding high. Supply issues could crush the wave.

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Brian Hartz
June 11, 2020

One direction: Marketing firm's business surges amid pandemic

St. Petersburg, Florida-based Marketing Direction has done well in the COVID-19 crisis, taking on three new clients and seeing 86 percent revenue growth.

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Grier Ferguson
June 10, 2020

As businesses reopen after COVID-19 shutdowns, signage becomes more prominent than ever

From messages about social distancing to messages of gratitude, area signage companies say signs can help businesses make customers and employees more comfortable.

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Grier Ferguson
June 10, 2020

During pandemic, region’s community foundations harness customer service tactics

To quickly make a difference during the coronavirus, community foundations are making processes easy for both nonprofits and donors.

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Mark Gordon
June 3, 2020

College creates program to help businesses reenter the marketplace

Florida Gulf Coast University takes the lead on a big project: helping businesses prove they are ready to reopen.

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Grier Ferguson
May 20, 2020

Furniture stores see range of impacts from pandemic

Facing store closures, reopenings and supply chain issues, furniture stores are working to make sure customers feel comfortable shopping, whether in stores or online.

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Luxury Realtor experiences major successes despite pandemic

Manufacturers associations act fast to help members in new ways during pandemic

Bicycle store owners see increase in demand as well as supply issues

Author, leadership consultant shares tips for maintaining energy

Marketer ignores risk, branches out with deal for web development firm

Car maintenance subscription company provides services on the go

Restaurant embraces new options to meet market demand

Even in times of crisis, nimble companies can utilize interns

Homebuilder uses key manufacturing strategy — continuous improvement — to build affordable homes faster and better

Boat, RV dealers ride sales surge

One direction: Marketing firm's business surges amid pandemic

As businesses reopen after COVID-19 shutdowns, signage becomes more prominent than ever

During pandemic, region’s community foundations harness customer service tactics

College creates program to help businesses reenter the marketplace

Furniture stores see range of impacts from pandemic

After nearly $39M land deal, Parrish residential project begins selling homes

Sarasota Square developer pre-leases 88% of initial commercial space

Largo industrial buildings sell for $23.5 million

$203B wealth management firm expands in state with Naples debut

Fort Myers land zoned for single-family houses sold

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