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  • October 12, 2023
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KnowBe4's director was hired to install a diversity and inclusion program.

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Company reorganizations: communication is crucial

A look at 10 common pitfalls when communicating a reorganization — and how C-level executives can avoid the danger zone.

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  • September 16, 2016
'Quick courtship'

Charlie Brown, save for one day in fast food, is a lifelong banker. The next phase of his career starts now.

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  • April 7, 2025
SRQ adds flight to Kentucky

Service began this April between Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport and Blue Grass Airport in Lexington, Kentucky.

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  • August 13, 2021
City official moves up quickly in government hierarchy

Emily Colón recognized early in her career that tackling difficult, change-worthy problems and issues helps build a strong path to success.

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  • May 14, 2010
A Bead of Profitability

Largo-based Cousin Corp. of America started as a bead shop and has grown in 40 years to a distributor to big-name retailers. Warm weather made the difference in basing the business here.

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  • February 9, 2018
Overcoming a business crisis

How to bounce back after something bad happens.

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  • November 29, 2013
Smooth transition

Jordi Tejero avoided the mistakes that can botch an acquisition.

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  • November 29, 2013
Smooth transition

Jordi Tejero avoided the mistakes that can botch an acquisition.

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  • February 27, 2015
Shelf awareness

Bringing a retail product to market is tricky, as David Shahan found out. But he's focused on finding shelf room for his cleaning products.

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  • May 1, 2015
Avoid sibling rivalry in your family business

From creating solid ground rules to making sure compensation is fair, set your kids up for success in your absence.

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  • March 27, 2026
Leadership transition in family business can create new opportunities

Is it time for your family business to evolve? A family enterprise might be the answer.

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  • October 10, 2014
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  • May 22, 2023
Top commercial real estate transactions for May 9-15 in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota

A Pasco apartment deal, for nearly $17 million, highlights the week's transactions.

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  • July 10, 2023
Top commercial real estate transactions for June 13-19 in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota

Seven land deals across the region worth over $75 million highlight the week in transactions.

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  • February 6, 2023
How to make smart technology upgrades

Don't expect to just throw money at newfangled IT products and services and see instant results.

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