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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • December 2, 2011
Economic Gardening

Joe Gonzalez decided to spend money to survive the recession, not sit back and wallow. The bold moves have begun to pay off. “I'm a risk-taker,” he says.

  • Strategies
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2016
A new tax climate

Bonita Springs always celebrates new businesses in a big way, but when Christine Ross moves to Annapolis, Md., in July the climate won't be so welcoming.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 1, 2016
Paper power

A paper-based business, founded five years ago by a resolute entrepreneur, defies the digital age.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 10, 2014
Suzanne Boy, 34

Stockholder, Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt

  • Class of 2014
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 8, 2004
Free Press (Sara/Mana edition)

This week's items: Sarasota Magazine grabs awards at the magazine conventionTax service lends helping hand in Hurricane Charley's aftermathLocal nonprofit plans to increase wages in SarasotaNew Store caters to homeowners

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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • November 18, 2022
Giant jet boat's debut makes waves

The Bay Rocket, Tampa's newest waterfront attraction, is one of just five vessels of its kind in the United States.

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  • By Jim Stinson |
  • March 26, 2024
Headhunting firms project a surge in promotions and new business

Companies in industries from financial services to supply chain and technology to engineering are in need of executives and leaders across Tampa Bay. That means search firms are busy.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Janelle Makowski |
  • January 16, 2004
Florida's Largest Private Landholder

St. Joe Co. sees record earnings and profits as it develops North Florida. But environmentalists want to slow it down.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • September 20, 2019
By diversifying revenue streams and introducing new operating model, area organization positions itself for next phase

A concept of changing exhibits and events dubbed The Living Museum has helped Selby Gardens bring in more visitors.

  • Strategies
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • April 28, 2023
Daughter’s drug overdose fuels insurance exec’s new life mission

Michael Ortoll scaled the peaks of the insurance industry for 30 years. But the challenge that brought him to his knees didn’t come from work.

  • Leadership
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  • By Jay Brady |
  • April 9, 2009
Government Digest

A look at state and local governments.

  • Florida
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • May 23, 2022
Drive-thru coffee chain expands to Sarasota

The news came after the brand signed a two-store contract.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 23, 2016
Former Hilton resort gets $24M makeover

The former Longboat Key Hilton Beachfront Resort has undergone major renovations.

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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • January 13, 2006
VCs Rise Again

Alternative investors are returning to venture capital firms, which have been losing out to hedge funds and private equity shops since the tech bust.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • September 7, 2022
Sarasota County's new headquarters projected to cost at least $72 million

The new building next to Celery Fields will be 50,000 square feet smaller than the current downtown administration building.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • October 5, 2018
Midtown One to go spec, amid competition

Bromley Cos. plans to construct its Midtown One office building within its 22-acre Midtown Tampa project on a speculative basis, joining other developers like Strategic Property Partners with the same idea.

  • Commercial Real Estate
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • October 17, 2019
Tyler Kitson, 31

President of Talis Park, Kitson & Partners

  • Class of 2019
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • November 22, 2022
Former Manatee commissioner returns to private sector

The Planner On Call firm started as a way for Misty Servia to keep up with her AICP certification.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • April 8, 2022
Restaurant family shares their secret: Failure is not an option

With three decades in the restaurant business under their belt, the Caragiulo family is chewing on a new concept designed for Palmer Ranch.

  • Travel-Tourism
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • December 12, 2014
Market advantage

Launching a health insurance firm sounds kind of crazy. Tom Blankenship believes he's sane enough to pull it off.

  • Industries
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