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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • October 17, 2019
Pete Maldonado, 37

CEO, Chomps

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  • By Ted Carter |
  • October 6, 2017
Strands of Success

The rent-a-suite salon model trend has been building for a decade. One area couple, a new entry, sees room for growth.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Carl Cronan |
  • June 18, 2010
Underage Banking

Newer banks in the Gulf Coast region appear to have performed better through the first quarter, based on FDIC figures. Missing the mid-2000s real estate loan frenzy helped.

  • Finance
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • September 27, 2013
Mall Man

The largest construction project in the Sarasota-Bradenton region, a $315 million mall, takes a big step forward. 'It's a fabulous facility,' the new general manager says.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 1, 2008
Transition Time

Tony Leung made Sanwa Growers a successful agricultural business and now believes a transition to food distribution makes sense.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • November 17, 2022
The sky's the limit for downtown St. Pete's new crown jewel

At 515 feet and 46 stories, 400 Central will not only be tall — really tall — but it'll also set a new standard for design and amenities.

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • March 17, 2025
Forever 21 to close 23 Florida stores — four in region

The fashion retailer has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy for the second time in six years and is selling off assets.

  • Florida
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • December 22, 2023
Hurricane protection products firm braces for stormy economy in 2024

Advanced Hurricane Technology, while winning accolades and new customers, keeps one eye on a slowing economy that "certainly is scaring everyone here," the firm president says.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Alex Walsh |
  • January 1, 2024
Data dive: Wages might increase, housing inventory might rebound

While the job market shows signs of slowing down, even a little, Florida remains a hot place to be.

  • Florida
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • August 4, 2022
Born from experience: A new twist on senior housing

A Fort Lauderdale company moving into the Gulf Coast is looking to expand options for seniors who want the benefits of aging in place but the services they need to flourish in their new situation.

  • Commercial Real Estate
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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • January 12, 2018
Take a Hike

Mireya Eavey leaves work at work when she hikes the Appalachian Trail.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 21, 2012
Arthrex wins recognition for innovation

Naples-based medical device manufacturer Arthrex is getting some well-deserved recognition.

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  • By Kimbrell J. Hines | Labor & Employment Attorney |
  • January 7, 2022
Five Tips on Buying a Horse

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  • May 3, 2017
Michelin three-star chef partners with culinary group

Christian Le Squer will work with the Immokalee Culinary Accelerator.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 5, 2013
Serve up design at Ringling

The International Service Design + Tourism Conference, which launched last year in Austria, will make its U.S. debut in Sarasota Nov. 7.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • June 30, 2020
Colleges grapple with enrollment, budget uncertainty

Pair of school administrators, after tough few months, gird for more stressful days ahead.

  • Education
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 12, 2022
New Water Street Tampa restaurant launches hiring process

The Pearl, part of Cameron Mitchell Restaurants’ portfolio, is looking for line cooks, bartenders, servers and other hourly positions.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • June 9, 2017
Step Right Up

The Circus Arts Conservatory is keeping the circus alive in Sarasota and beyond — and selling out shows.

  • Strategies
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • June 2, 2011
Sports Commission in Sarasota

The Sarasota Convention & Visitors Bureau adds a newly focused branch.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 11, 2015
Sports biz a big boost for Sarasota hotels

Sponsored events in Sarasota County are up more than 50%.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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