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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • June 29, 2018
Tampa beats back all comers in key business relocation metric

The cost of living in the Tampa metro area in the first quarter of 2018 was nearly 10% lower than the national average, according to data from the Tampa Hillsborough Economic Development Corp. With a national average index of 100, Tampa’s COLI is 90.1, ac

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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • July 27, 2018
Plant City retail center trades for $29 million

JBL Asset Management buys Plant City retail center for $29 million in keeping with its strategy to acquire properties near thriving urban hubs

  • Commercial Real Estate
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 15, 2013
Feld focuses on long-term

Executives with Feld Entertainment, the company behind one of the most notable economic development projects in Manatee County over the last decade, are all about 20/20 vision.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • July 22, 2016
To make America great again

On the eve of the Republican National Convention, several prominent Florida economists, including Christopher Westley of Florida Gulf Coast University and Marshall DeRosa of Florida Atlantic University, urged Donald Trump to consider seven policies to make “America great again.”

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 8, 2016
Big Deal

The Amazon fulfillment center in south Hillsborough County, all 1.1 million square feet of it, is really only a microcosm of CEO Jeff Bezos's grand vision: To outdo anyone and everyone in service and speed.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • February 29, 2016
Builder talks up fiscal responsibility in U.S. Senate race

Carlos Beruff officially announced his candidacy for the race for Marco Rubio's seat today.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • May 15, 2015
Big gulp for growth

Convenience giant 7-Eleven has made a big push to grow its franchise network nationwide, a move that resonates with Frank Faisal.

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  • By Kyle D. Elliott |
  • March 1, 2024
Avoiding Construction Liens Caused by Your Tenant

Informed landlords can attempt to limit the impact of tenant-initiated construction by taking the following steps.

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Sponsored Content
  • By Jorge Gonzalez, Regional Operations Manager, Unicoat |
  • May 9, 2025
Unicoat Returns to Bradenton Convention Center for Building Expansion and Roof Restoration

The Bradenton Convention Center’s metal roof, covering approximately 83,000 square feet, required a meticulous and professional approach, and the Unicoat team delivered from start to finish.

  • Unicoat Industrial Roofing
  • By Jorge Gonzalez, Regional Operations Manager, Unicoat |
  • July 11, 2025
Roofing Security You Can Bank On

By installing the Mule-Hide Silicone System, Unicoat has helped Bank OZK buildings cut cooling costs and meet sustainability goals — because protecting your money starts with protecting the building it’s in.

  • Unicoat Industrial Roofing
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • September 10, 2024
Venice patio enclosure company expands, rebrands

Absolute Aluminum has a new office in Bradenton as well as a new look overall.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Fletcher Rush | Williams Parker |
  • September 30, 2024
A Common Mistake in Estate Planning, and How to Avoid it

When you sit down to discuss your last will with your attorney, make sure to discuss the assets you own and review the designated beneficiaries.

  • Industry Insights
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 24, 2020
Firm provides financing for 84-unit affordable housing development

Amaryllis Park Place will be a three-story garden-style apartment building.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • January 5, 2026
Sprinkles Cupcakes closes all stores nationwide — including two in region

The popular bakery chain had three Florida locations: in Tampa's Hyde Park, Manatee County's Shoppes at UTC and Walt Disney World's Disney Springs.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 3, 2011
VectorLearning receives $24M

The Tampa firm received an equity investment from a Philadephia group.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 27, 2011
Apartments sell for $33 million

A Phoenix-based firm bought the 366-unit complex located in Brandon.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 17, 2022
Entrepreneurs respond quickly to unmet need in senior care

Pioneering a concept, even with investments well into the millions, requires a nifty and nimble approach, several enterprising business owners are learning.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 20, 2021
Keeping customers (and their pets) happy drives dogged entrepreneur

Tricia Bolds builds business on passion, guts.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 3, 2003
Q&A with Steve Queior

The incoming president of the Greater Sarasota County Chamber of Commerce shares his early impressions and vision for the county.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 17, 2003
Free Press

This week's items: Gulf Coast companies Win Sustainable Florida AwardsOrion Bank earnings grow by 30%Edgewater Beach Hotel & Club adds 1,100 square feetFamily Business reports differing opinions on economy

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