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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • November 24, 2017
'Perfect Concoction'

One homebuilder, with aspirations to stand out in a crowded market, sings a new tune. Will partnering with Jimmy Buffet's brand machine lead to fins of glory?

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Traci McMillan Beach |
  • February 9, 2018
Thank your clients with a memorable gift

How to make it a gift that will truly resonate.

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  • August 29, 2014
Brandstorm

What does brand value have to do with the economy? Turns out, a lot.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • September 5, 2014
Hang Tough

Construction executive Dave Sessions didn't budge on some core principles when sales fell significantly. His perseverance is paying off.

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • February 21, 2014
Held accountable

Gail Markham achieved firsts in accounting, building her firm despite the obstacles.

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  • By Denise Federer |
  • August 19, 2016
Put me in, coach

Family businesses can face many obstacles in rearing a new leader. A coach can help the next generation hone its skills.

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  • By Traci McMillan Beach |
  • September 30, 2016
Decision maker

Mindfulness expert Pina De Rosa says exerting control over a business problem is overrated. Change your mindset, instead.

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  • By Steven Benna |
  • May 20, 2016
Aesthetic renovations

In the competitive world of plastic surgery, one doctor has a plan to surpass the field. It's a seven-figure effort.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 27, 2016
Stay classy

A onetime Central American presidential candidate brings his bold vision stateside with an $8 million acquisition. He hopes it's just the beginning.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Denise Federer |
  • May 27, 2016
Tips for taking over the family business

As much as an entrepreneur may want to leave his business in capable hands, getting there requires a lot of work, and patience, on behalf of his successor.

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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • September 18, 2015
Commercial Real Estate Profile: Rick Harcrow | Developer, Tampa and Sarasota

Rick Harcrow and his company, GreenPointe Communities, could have more influence on Sarasota's future — from an urban planning perspective, at least — than anyone since John Ringling established winter quarters in the area decades ago.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Traci McMillan Beach |
  • October 2, 2015
Dream job

Going from the field to a management job can be tricky for anyone. Even a seasoned criminal prosecutor.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • March 13, 2015
'Low blood pressure'

Punting the billable-hours model is an uncommon move for a fast-growth law firm. But Jill McCrory makes it work.

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • March 13, 2015
Real practice

Attorney Laird Lile created a resident-at-law program to transition law school graduates to the real world. The program has garnered some national attention.

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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • June 13, 2024
Toasted Yolk brunch chain to open in Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch

The Toasted Yolk CEO and co-founder is opening a restaurant in his hometown of Bradenton as well as in Lakewood Ranch.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Steven Benna |
  • June 17, 2024
The week's top commercial real estate transactions in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota

A pair of hotels in Fort Myers sold for over $40 million to highlight transactions.

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  • By Steven Benna |
  • August 26, 2024
The week's top commercial real estate transactions in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota

A Plant City multifamily complex sale for nearly $35 million paces transactions.

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  • By Steven Benna |
  • September 2, 2024
The week's top commercial real estate transactions in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota

A $10 million Lakeland mobile home park sale paces transactions.

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  • By Steven Benna |
  • October 6, 2025
The week's top commercial real estate transactions in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota

A $37 million Pinellas apartment community sale leads the week's transactions.

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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • November 6, 2025
Sarasota County approves $2.5M for park on Phillippi Creek

With a 2.4-acre acquisition, the project will create a park with water access on Ashton Road.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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