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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • May 10, 2019
Dilweg acquires Concourse Center, four-building Westshore office complex

$52 million purchase brings company's Florida holdings to 1.2 million square feet

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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • October 25, 2018
Andrew Watson, 33

Andrew Watson, 33, is the founder and CEO of Built, a Tampa, Florida-based custom furniture company.

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  • By American Dreams Restaurant Group Staff |
  • August 16, 2019
Downtown Dining Options Expand

Downtown Dining Options Expand

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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • February 1, 2019
As housing hot streak continues, builders throw money at creature comforts

While location will always be the No. 1 priority for buyers, amenities have become a key influence on home purchases in the Tampa Bay, Florida, region.

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • February 1, 2019
Land demand trending toward infill, multifamily

Notable real estate land brokers see similar and diverse challenges in marketing land and lots in diverse Florida markets.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • February 1, 2019
Home run: Ex-MLB star’s $16.5 million mansion sale shatters record

A three-story, 19,000-square-foot mansion in Belleair Shores has sold for a record-breaking $16.5 million, making it the highest-priced residential sale in the Tampa Bay area. The home belonged to former Philadelphia Phillies star first baseman Ryan Howar

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 5, 2019
Former NBA player joins forces with developer to help lead sustainable homes company

Dahntay Jones and Marshall Gobuty are teaming up to expand Pearl Homes' reach.

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  • By Jennifer M. Fowler | Board Certified Labor & Employment Attorney |
  • May 6, 2022
Hurricane Season is Here: Understanding Employee Pay During and After a Hurricane

Hurricane Season is Here: Understanding Employee Pay During and After a Hurricane

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  • February 13, 2014
Franchise leader pumped for growth

An ambitious effort to marry franchise-based marketing and branding techniques with the physical therapy industry is paying off for Jim Abrams.

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  • June 5, 2014
Insurance firm has a certain something

The acquisition feeler Lou Marinaccio received a year ago from Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. wasn't his first in the land of mergers.

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  • January 29, 2016
Politico vows to 'not screw it up'

The oddity of congressional redistricting, through years of party-line battles, was on full display in Sarasota recently when U.S. Rep. Tom Rooney, R-Okeechobee, spoke to a room full of business leaders.

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  • May 8, 2015
Credit union vs. bank narrative gets rewrite

Consolidation in the Florida banking industry has taken an unusual turn: A credit union has acquired a bank.

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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • April 10, 2024
Sarasota cybersecurity firm adds industry veterans as it gears up for growth

Nucleus Security has made two additions as the Sarasota-based cybersecurity company readies to scale its operations to meet growing demand.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • June 13, 2025
Shaquille O'Neal makes Florida return with opening of Tampa-area restaurant

The NBA Hall of Famer’s chain of chicken restaurants will open a location June 16 in Westchase.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Jennifer Fowler |
  • June 13, 2025
Hurricane Preparedness Plans: Is Your Business Ready for a Visit from Jim Cantore?

Businesses should be aware - before a storm - of what each of its insurance policies cover, applicable deductibles, and requirements to successfully make a claim.

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  • September 17, 2025
IMG Academy adds wrestling to sports lineup in 2026

The Bradenton boarding school will offer on-campus programs for 11 sports.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 17, 2026
Contractor sought for $65M Benderson Park boathouse, events center

The request for proposals calls for completion of the addition in time for the summer 2028 World Rowing Championships.

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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • July 27, 2022
Florida's insurance regulator to back policies over fears 17 insurers will be forced to cease operations

The Office of Insurance Regulation's plan will take advantage of an exception to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac rules.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Jay Brady |
  • May 21, 2010
Government Digest: May 21 - May 27

A look at governmental action from around the Gulf Coast.

  • Florida
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • March 22, 2013
Bridging the downturn

Public projects weren't sexy during the boom, but they helped companies such as Wright Construction survive the downturn.

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