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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 30, 2015
Ad weakness plagues radio station company

Beasley Broadcast Group says 7% revenue growth couldn't overcome weakness in some radio markets and an impairment charge in the latest quarter.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 25, 2015
More rooms on the way

Chatter continues to percolate regarding the possibility of a conference center in downtown Sarasota.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 16, 2015
Naples firm navigates Hollywood

Filming a fast-boat chase through the Hong Kong Harbor at night and navigating a 1,000-foot ship with helicopters through the Malacca Straights, one of the world's busiest ship channels, takes a steady hand at the helm.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 1, 2015
Chain cracks more eggs in Tar Heel state

First Watch continues to grow in North Carolina.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 22, 2024
Naples firm buys Aspen luxury transportation business

The Hoffman Family of Cos. continues to grow its transportation division.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Laura Lyon |
  • July 19, 2024
Pair of COVID-19 loan fraud arrests made in Tampa Bay

Two busts are the latest attempts at reclaiming millions in relief funds.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 17, 2022
Naples homebuilder, soaking up demand, adds solar unit

Kaye Lifestyle Homes was founded in 1985.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • December 5, 2023
After major delays, Port Charlotte resort restaurants take dinner reservations

Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor has begun booking tables at two restaurants ahead of its planned opening Dec. 15.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 15, 2025
$132M Sarasota aquarium sets early October opening date

Members get first views on Oct. 6-7 and public on Oct. 8 at the Mote SEA, located near University and Interstate 75 in Sarasota County.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 7, 2022
Tech giant to shutter six California plants, announces 1,400 layoffs

St. Petersburg-based Jabil told California officials it was temporarily closing the plants and laying off employees for a few days around the holidays.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 13, 2011
Well Done

The success of First Watch in the last 25 years is a triumph for Ken Pendery. So too, is building a company of budding entrepreneurs.

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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • September 23, 2021
Entrepreneurs excited about potential for cannabis café concept

Starting not only a new business, but also a new niche, has taught some bold Southwest Florida entrepreneurs an important lesson: from cops to clients, customer education is an ongoing task.

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  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • July 5, 2019
New CEO of Goodwill Industries International brings experience from government, private sector leadership to role

The challenge for Steven Preston? Further the Goodwill mission while making both donors and shoppers happy.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • July 31, 2020
Viral movement: Team led by business professor tracks path of disease

A professor at the University of South Florida’s Muma College of Business is leading a data-centric project that aims to predict surges in COVID-19 cases in the Tampa Bay region.

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  • February 10, 2017
Politician on a mission

Florida House Speaker Richard Corcoran brought some sizzle back to the annual task of previewing what the Legislature will — and won't — do in during its session.

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • April 3, 2015
Provider and payer

Combining medical provider and payer in one entity could help contain health care costs. A Southwest Florida nonprofit puts that thesis to the test.

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  • By Jennifer M. Fowler | Board Certified Labor and Employment Attorney |
  • February 2, 2024
Time to Evaluate Worker Classifications

There is still time for businesses to consider whether their contractors are properly classified.

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  • March 6, 2026
From Love Bugs to Local Love: Every Wash Makes a Difference

With 18 Gulf Coast exterior express car wash locations, Tommy’s Express helps Floridians keep their vehicles clean while strengthening the communities it serves.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • July 8, 2016
Greener grass

A new business model, particularly at an established destination, can be a risky move. But Selby Gardens has big plans to grow.

  • Strategies
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  • By Jay Brady |
  • August 11, 2011
Government Digest: Aug. 11

Governmental action from around the Gulf Coast.

  • Florida
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