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Strategies

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  • Denise Federer
  • April 3, 2015
Are you an authentic leader?

By examining your values and priorities, you can learn more about what drives you as a leader — and who's most likely to follow you.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Jean Gruss
  • April 3, 2015
Billions served

Wasmer, Schroeder & Co., with a growing reputation as a superior bond manager, recently surpassed $5 billion in assets under management. It aims to double that figure.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Barry Friedman
  • April 3, 2015
Live well

There's plenty of research to prove why employee wellness programs don't work. Yet one firm has embraced the concept, with surprising results.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Traci McMillan Beach
  • April 3, 2015
Right fit

True innovation is hard to find in the benefits consulting industry. One firm discovered its edge after a shift in sales strategies.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Beth Luberecki
  • March 27, 2015
Chic shack

A Canadian development firm seeks to restart what was once an iconic waterfront Gulf Coast eatery and gathering house. The project is a tug between Old Florida and new customers.

  • Strategies
    By
  • James R.
  • March 27, 2015
BRANDSTORM: When does a brand lose its cool?

With a focus on customer service and treating its employees well, JetBlue used to be a model for how to build a loyal following. What happened?

  • Strategies
    By
  • Traci McMillan Beach
  • March 27, 2015
Elegant flair

Brent Kraus is in his third year of building his Tampa-based bow tie business, Ella Bing. Jonathan Boos, a successful Sarasota-based entrepreneur, shares advice for growth.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Jean Gruss
  • March 27, 2015
Aggressive treatment

Florida's largest nonprofit public health system is about to get bigger. The launching pad: a forecast of significant population growth.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Business Observer Staff
  • March 27, 2015
Corporate report

Terra Nova Transcription hires new chief operating officer; HomeBanc parent raises $16.5 million; Village of Estero council chooses Pace as interim finance director; InformedDNA creates growth officer position; CenterState Bank division selling C1 Bank smart loan app

  • Strategies
    By
  • Cheryl O'Neill
  • March 20, 2015
12 Steps to Successful Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship is a goal to which many wish to aspire. But, why do so many fall short?

  • Strategies
    By
  • Jean Gruss
  • March 20, 2015
In the tank

Four companies pitched investors for capital at the first open meeting of VenturePitch SWFL. Which firm has the best chance to make it?

  • Strategies
    By
  • Business Observer Staff
  • March 20, 2015
Corporate report

Smolker Bartlett renamed, moves, names Sheppard managing shareholder; Dais Analytic research receives $1 million from Army program; Southwest Florida media firm Coaste hires new associate publisher; xG Technology trims personnel and expenses to right-size operations; Dow Electronics finishes acquisition of Louisiana's Eagle Distributors

  • Strategies
    By
  • Barry Friedman
  • March 20, 2015
Away from Amazon

Sorting and distribution centers helped Polk County overcome the downturn. Now construction firms in the area crave more work.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Michael Hinman
  • March 20, 2015
Cabinet appointment

The recession almost claimed McCabinet. But its second-generation owner is working to ensure the company will survive the next one.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Jean Gruss
  • March 13, 2015
Wired city

Technology that allows municipalities to create citywide Wi-Fi using streetlights is no longer a futuristic endeavor. A Naples startup leads the way.

  • Strategies
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