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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 29, 2010
'Beacon for Change'

Two entrepreneurs seek to turn one Gulf Coast town into a technology hotspot — heavy on the optimism.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Carl Cronan |
  • January 6, 2011
Moving Up

The Media Crew, a Largo ad agency focused on online banner ads, sees a new wave of business rolling ashore. It's adding to its current company segments to meet that demand.

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  • By Jay Brady |
  • June 17, 2011
Government Digest: June 17

Governmental action from around the Gulf Coast.

  • Florida
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • March 15, 2022
CBRE arranged for $72.5 million in financing for sale of St. Pete Beach hotel

Financing put together by commercial real estate firm for $83 million sale of the Postcard Inn.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • February 28, 2022
Designated giver: Kahwa Coffee teams up with David Ortiz for a good cause

St. Petersburg, Florida-based Kahwa Coffee has teamed up with Hall of Famer David Ortiz for a good cause.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2013
Benjamin King, 33

Chief Technology Officer, Voalte

  • Class of 2013
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • October 4, 2013
Treat masters

Two sisters on divergent career paths came together in pursuit of entrepreneurial dreams. It's been a tasty ride.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • July 10, 2015
The biggest winner

BistroMD co-founders Ed and Caroline Cederquist say television appearances on shows like 'Dr. Phil' and 'The Biggest Loser' boosted their meal-delivery business.

  • Strategies
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • June 10, 2024
As one manufacturer opens $15M Pasco facility, another closes

A Colorado compound pharmacy opened in Pasco County spec space days after a Dade City bottler announced it was closing.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • November 1, 2024
Alabama, Pinellas Park men face prison in digital NFT scam

Federal authorities say the two men, one who was convicted and one who pleaded guilty, schemed to defraud investors.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • April 16, 2021
Bankers seek to get foothold in medical marijuana industry

Most Florida banks avoid cannabis and related companies — given the obstacles and legal uncertainty. Others see opportunity in the mushrooming industry.

  • Finance
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  • By Alex Walsh |
  • November 21, 2022
Student, class action lawsuit against USF over COVID fees heads to Florida Supreme Court

The defense against the lawsuit centers on a sovereign immunity claim.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • March 14, 2023
Clearwater fire protection services firm acquired by Chicago company

Fortis Fire & Safety’s purchase of Piper Fire Protection comes on the heels of buying a similar business in Boyton Beach.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • September 23, 2022
SMH announces plans to prepare for increased demand after Venice hospital shutters

In addition to expansions and transformations, Sarasota Memorial Hospital also announced it had hired almost 100 former ShorePoint Health employees.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • October 11, 2022
Prominent statewide business law firm acquires Tampa firm

Barnett’s merger with Gunster gives the West Palm Beach-based firm 51 attorneys in the Tampa Bay region.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 14, 2022
Senior living firm, approaching $500M in revenue, picks up private equity investment

Discovery Senior Living was founded in 1998.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 5, 2010
Nov. 5 Earnings: WCG, HZO

WellCare and Odyssey Marine profit; MarineMax business model changing.

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  • August 27, 2010
Developer finds other business plentiful

Real estate developer Rob Morris knew he had to find work somewhere when the bubble burst.

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  • September 30, 2021
Venice senior living community construction begins — set to bring 200 apartments

The luxury apartments will be located within master-planned community Wellen Park.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 1, 2021
Collectibles grading firm promotes pair of execs

Officials have a combined 50 years of experience at the Certified Collectibles Group.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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