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Beth Luberecki
September 21, 2016

'Push yourself'

A construction firm born in the downturn has accomplished a unique feat: supersized annual revenue growth while remaining picky in choosing its clients and work.

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Steven Benna
September 21, 2016

A company with a simple and streamlined business model — lien searches — is on the verge of surpassing $10 million in annual revenues, from less than $1 million four years ago. Can it maintain the rapid pace?

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Jean Gruss
September 21, 2016

Pedal to the metal

Caldwell & Kerr Advertising specializes in helping auto dealers reach more customers through digital media, television and print. It's a fast-growing niche

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The Florida Bar
September 16, 2016

After the Disaster: We All Are Poorer

A common belief after a hurricane or flood is the affected areas experience an economic boon. Yes, but here's the rest of the story ...

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Mark Gordon
September 16, 2016

Fire and nice

The leadership skills in a fire department translate well to business. Randy Keirn blazes the path.

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Denise Federer
September 16, 2016

The cost of conflict

Assumptions make for ill will and hurt feelings in a family business. Communicating clearly up front will help you avoid a misstep.

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Steven Benna
September 16, 2016

Corporate report

Company plans 170 jobs and major investment; Manufacturer aims to crack commercial market with new deal; Economic development agency tabs new board members; Elevator firm announces new leadership team

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Traci McMillan Beach
September 9, 2016

Trash into treasure

Tony Selvaggio started his business as a scrap metal recycling company. Now it's a thriving do-good venture.

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Beth Luberecki
September 9, 2016

Listen first

Andrew Neitlich has coached execs on all kinds of issues. Here's how to apply his approach in your workplace.

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Steven Benna
September 9, 2016

Laundry disruptor

The Laundromat business might not seem ripe for a multimillion-dollar technology infusion. A Tampa entrepreneur has different ideas.

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Pam Schuneman
September 9, 2016

Are you paying yourself too much, or too little?

How you calculate your compensation can draw the eye of the IRS. Make sure you have clear justification — that's not based on paying the least amount of taxes.

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Steven Benna
September 9, 2016

Corporate report

Ambulance executive to help oversee state association; Law firm adds estate and trust attorneys; Communications firm brings in two new leaders; Window firm names sales official; Global auto parts firm expands to Fort Myers

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Traci McMillan Beach
September 9, 2016

Open door

Bob Briesacher has spent three decades building the name of his garage door company. He's done it so well, competitors have become copycats of the brand.

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Mark Gordon
September 2, 2016

Comfort food

John Horne discovered the just-right recipe to succeed in the restaurant business. It includes business savvy, funky humor and a Golden Rule strategy with employees.

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Jean Gruss
September 2, 2016

Do it like Disney

In his book, management consultant Bill Capodagli shares some of the secrets of Disney to help entrepreneurs and managers tackle some of today's most vexing business challenges.

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'Push yourself'

Proper props

Pedal to the metal

After the Disaster: We All Are Poorer

Fire and nice

The cost of conflict

Corporate report

Trash into treasure

Listen first

Laundry disruptor

Are you paying yourself too much, or too little?

Corporate report

Open door

Comfort food

Do it like Disney

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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