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Strategies

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  • Business Observer Staff
  • November 3, 2017
After the Storm

An old life platitude — be prepared — came in handy for multiple insurance companies across the region in dealing with life post-Irma.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Brian Hartz
  • November 3, 2017
The Color Orange

For the first time in its history, WellCare unveiled a revamped corporate color scheme and tagline. Will the moves foster more growth?

  • Strategies
    By
  • Grier Ferguson
  • November 3, 2017
High Ranks

Seeking an underserved 'dark corner' of the health insurance industry was a good move for Kenneth Hannigan. Good enough to go from startup to nearly $50 million in sales in five years.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Brian Hartz
  • November 3, 2017
Growth Spurt

Even with one market nearly cornered, and explosive revenue growth, Stratus Video has no intentions to slow down. How will it win over new customers?

  • Strategies
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • November 3, 2017
Change Agent

An insurance firm with high aspirations for industry disruption recently scored a big win, with a $12 million capital raise. Now comes market acceptance.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Traci McMillan Beach
  • October 27, 2017
Unified Front

For sustainable success, the human resources department — say two CEOs of large organizations — can't be an afterthought or sidelined.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Business Observer Staff
  • October 20, 2017
Quench the Thirst

Florida overcomes oenophilic chauvinism to emerge as fruit and citrus wine trendsetters. But the top wineries in the region crave even more market share.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Grier Ferguson
  • October 20, 2017
The Cover Up

After Stefani Schuetz was diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer, she got serious about sun protection. Now she's serious about growing her clothing company.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Grier Ferguson
  • October 20, 2017
Do It Better

Richard's Foodporium owner John Rorer is at the helm of a brand refresh. Part of the motive is competition. Another is the pursuit of excellence.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Ted Carter
  • October 20, 2017
Big Thinkers

An ad agency launched in the downturn grows rapidly — and to multiple markets worldwide — through its devotion to client connections.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Business Observer Staff
  • October 20, 2017
Ready to Launch

A young area entrepreneur seeks to stake out his space in training others how to use the get-it-done business tool of the future, and the now: drones.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Business Observer Staff
  • October 20, 2017
Drink Up

Tampa's Fintech is riding high on the success of its system for streamlining alcohol payment processing. Next up: Manage the rapid growth.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Beth Luberecki
  • October 20, 2017
Gator Chomp

An innovative University of Florida internship program is off to a fast start in Sarasota. More communities are interested in teaming up with the school.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Ted Carter
  • October 6, 2017
Lots of Runway

A national low-fare airline leader targets a new business — luxury condo resorts — starting in underdeveloped Charlotte County. How will the project takeoff?

  • Strategies
    By
  • Grier Ferguson
  • October 6, 2017
Out of the Box

Graphic designer Betsy Wild is harnessing the power of a popular business model — subscription boxes — through her line of family craft kits.

  • Strategies
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