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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • January 14, 2005
Real Estate Briefs (Sara/Mana edition)

Kodiak Capital Partners buys Edwards Systems buildingNew hotel planned next to RenaissanceManatee Glens, Nelco Cos. buys space in PinnacleWagner Realty plans Manatee Avenue officeCNC Investments buys Sunchase apartments

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 8, 2008
Coal is the goal

Vic Patrick and Walter Industries want to take advantage of thedemand for coal in steelmaking to meet a soaring international demand.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Jay Brady |
  • September 10, 2009
On the Wild Side

Pasco County's unique plan to create 25 miles of wildlife corridors over 7,100 acres includes uncertain incentives for landowners to go with a cost of $35 million and more land off the tax rolls.

  • Florida
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Alex Walsh |
  • February 4, 2010
Print to fit

Executive Leeward Bean didn't expect to be in T-shirts. Now, the CEO of Big Frog says he's never been happier franchising a new custom T-shirt printer.

  • Strategies
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • November 25, 2009
Young at Heart

Nicci Kobritz began reforming her own health care business long before the industry became a political powder keg. The result is a $4 million company that has grown revenues almost 60% during the recession.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • December 17, 2010
The Budget Maven

Donna Arduin's influence will likely be significant on the budget that Gov.-elect Rick Scott presents to the state Legislature in the New Year. Expect serious reforms to boost job creation.

  • Florida
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • April 15, 2010
Banking on Insurance

Consolidation in the banking sector because of the economic crisis is spreading to other financial services, including insurance brokerage. BB&T's acquisition of Oswald Trippe is the latest example.

  • Finance
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • March 4, 2011
Corporate Report: Mar. 3

The latest news from Jabil Circuit, Checkers, Quality Distribution, and other Gulf Coast companies.

  • News
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • May 20, 2011
Capital Battle

Investors are scouting for opportunities to acquire banks in Florida, laying the groundwork for what they see is the eventual recovery. Big names in finance are placing their bets today.

  • Industries
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Jay Brady |
  • June 10, 2011
Tripped Up

Unbeknown to key Lee County officials, their road impact fee formula charges for trips on I-75 and state roads even though the county doesn't plan to spend the money on those routes. It's costing fee payers millions of dollars.

  • Florida
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • July 8, 2021
Grocers look for an edge as competition gets even tighter

To stay competitive in a brutal market, grocers need to find ways to differentiate themselves. A cheaper can of beans no longer cuts it.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • June 15, 2018
TerraCap Management shifts from primarily buying to selling office assets

TerraCap Management is selling assets purchased at a discount like Tampa International Business Center and reaping profits after improvements and re-leasing

  • Commercial Real Estate
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 10, 2017
Another Shot

An ambitious Tampa biopharmaceutical firm, after spending more than a decade and $25 million, believes it's on the cusp of a major breakthrough.

  • Health Care
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  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • February 2, 2018
Tree Hugger

Finding a mentor can be a nice boost for a burgeoning business owner. Johnny Georges found his on a TV show, and the relationship sprouted growth.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Bob Andelman |
  • August 19, 2016
Hand-Me-Down

To ensure its longevity, Hendry Marine gave employees an ownership stake in the business. With more than 100 staff added in the past six months, capacity is its newest challenge.

  • Strategies
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • June 10, 2016
Next up

Tervis has a new president. It's the third generation of leadership — usually littered with pitfalls. The company is well prepared to overcome the obstacles.

  • Strategies
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • May 29, 2015
White elephants

Vacant buildings can be challenges and opportunities, but creativity is key in finding the right match.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 20, 2015
Economic Forecast | Charlotte-Lee-Collier

This is a milestone of sorts for the Business Observer's annual economic forecast issue: It's the second year in a row that cautious optimism isn't the overriding theme of the day.

  • Strategies
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • April 17, 2015
Juicy profits

For savvy operators like Alico, the citrus business in Florida can provide rich rewards to investors. Returns have begun to flow.

  • Industries
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • July 20, 2007
40 Under 40 (Lee-Collier)

Jason BreedTroy D. BuhsThomas L. BurtPaul McCullersTammie NemecekDino RedzicMichael SmithChristian SpilkerMilissa SprecherComer TurleyBrian LucasBlake GableOrlando RosalesMayela Rosales

  • Entrepreneurs
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