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  • By Jim Stinson |
  • July 6, 2023
Century-old uniform company's longtime leader dies at 93

Jerry Benstock first joined what's now Superior Group of Cos. in 1951.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 15, 2019
RIsing tide floats Fish Tale Boats to new heights

The success of the family-owned boat dealership and service center is no fish tale. Rather than having to lament the one that got away, it has cast its net to land even more business by, ironically, moving away from the water.

  • Strategies
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  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • April 8, 2020
Area firm analyzes effects of COVID-19 on global supply chains

The coronavirus pandemic has caused worldwide supply chain disruptions. A strategist from Fort Myers-based supply chain services firm Allyn International shares what she’s seeing and what might be ahead.

  • Strategies
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  • By 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.

  • Strategies
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  • By Darcy Eikenberg |
  • July 21, 2022
How to keep your best people (Hint: It’s not about the money)

Money might talk, but employees will more often walk without this key leadership component.

  • Advice
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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • October 14, 2022
Nicholas Glover, 39

Tampa Bay Chamber, vice president of advocacy

  • Class of 2022
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Brian Hartz |
  • October 14, 2022
Ashley Bauman, 39

Mercury Public Affairs, senior vice president

  • Class of 2022
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • October 14, 2022
Victoria Loyola, 38

Markham Norton Mosteller Wright & Company, partner

  • Class of 2021
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • October 21, 2022
Sign company grapples with being understaffed and overworked post Ian

The sign struggle after Ian is real. One entrepreneur navigates the chaos with a focus on keeping his team safe.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • September 7, 2006
Gulf Coast Tech Push

Enthusiasm was rampant at a Sarasota tech conference filled with A-list speakers. Among the unique tips:Create an enemy to combat complacency.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 20, 2007
Lou Lasday:Work your brand in tough times

In lean times, marketing may propel you far ahead of your competition.

  • Opinion
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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • January 20, 2006
The Growth Factor

The Tampa Bay Partnership's scorecard on our business climate, unfortunately, is yet another reminder: We're good at growth, not so good on the qualitative side.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • June 17, 2005
Executive Session with Scott Merritt

The Gulf Coast Business Review sat down with the new division president of U.S. Trust.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • June 6, 2008
LASDAY: 'Can I trust you?'

Before you can lead an enterprise, you must first earn its trust.

  • Opinion
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 15, 2009
Schlaes: Tax on Hope

Congress needs to reign in the expanding and punishing Kiddie Tax - it de-motivates young people from taking chances and risking innovation.

  • Opinion
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • May 15, 2008
TO WATCH (Sarasota-Bradenton): Chad Roffers

Sensing a bubble burst was a-brewing, Chad Roffers left his lucrative executive job in the technology industry in 2000. He moved from San Francisco to Sarasota with his wife and decided to seek a new career. He settled on real estate, naturally, he says with a chuckle, knowing he was entering the biggest of bubble-bursting industries.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • January 21, 2005
Pancake Tower

Bob Leonard, president of IHOPis largest franchise, discusses how his company stacks up against the competition.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Jay Brady |
  • January 14, 2010
Government Digest 1/14/10

A look at governmental action from around the Gulf Coast.

  • Florida
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  • By Carl Cronan |
  • January 3, 2011
Tight Vise

Contractors along the Gulf Coast are caught between ongoing capital restrictions and rising supply costs. Specialization is helping companies get through the downturn.

  • Industries
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 3, 2011
Still Grim

The 2011 real estate market will be no place for the weak-hearted. Opportunities could be scarce.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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