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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • February 19, 2016
Economic question of the week

What economic headwinds, if any, does the Florida Gulf Coast's commercial real estate market face in 2016?

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Michael Hinman |
  • August 28, 2015
Winn or lose

Winn-Dixie wants to sell more local fare. That means opportunities for hungry startups.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • August 28, 2023
Ports operating under restricted traffic condition

Inbound vessel traffic has ceased for all ports in the area as Tropical Storm Idalia draws near.

  • Florida
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 1, 2008
e-savings Evolves

The founders of Sarasota-based eCouponsFlorida.com began meeting about their other business interests, but quickly realized they wanted to be partners and formed a new kind of online coupon company.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • October 7, 2024
Flight cancellations, airport updates from Hurricane Milton at TPA, PIE, SRQ, RSW, PGD

Follow the Business Observer for updates on airport closures and flight cancellations due to Hurricane Milton.

  • Florida
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Brian Hartz |
  • October 28, 2021
Lofty ambitions: Drone-based businesses navigate their way to success

Using the devices for commercial purposes can be a turbulent ride. Some innovators in the region lead the way to clear skies.

  • Technology
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 2, 2006
Real Estate Briefs

Tampa developer buys Mixon land for villageDevelopers purchase Siesta Key rentalsSBC Development buys land for Long Bar PointeGeorgia company buys Bay Harbor apartmentsThe Lutgert Cos. buys land in EsteroPalm Beach Garden builder buys land in North Fort Myers

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Jean Gruss |
  • October 26, 2012
Big-space shortage

Tenants are taking up big blocks of warehouse space as the economy recovers, reducing vacancies in many larger buildings. But rents haven't risen to entice developers — yet.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 9, 2018
Trump's tariffs not fit for print

Economist knows 'it's just dumb. It's just so stupid.'

  • Opinion
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • March 6, 2023
Industry panel: Expect fewer amenities in new residential developments

Industry insiders discuss the residential market and how, with rising costs and a diminished appetite for debt, developers are likely to cut down on extras.

  • Commercial Real Estate
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 17, 2006
Three Times is the Charm

First he worked at the Kennedy Space Center. Then he taught college. But it's his work as an entrepreneur that gained him recognition.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Alex Walsh |
  • December 10, 2009
Old Faces, New Places

USAmeriBank has had good timing from the beginning, opening their doors just after the real estate market had done its worst to area banks. After building a team of veteran bankers, leadership is looking to continue capitalizing on a timely market entry by outmaneuvering distracted competitors.

  • Finance
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  • By Carl Cronan |
  • January 3, 2011
Emphasis Shift

Companies will need to be concerned with health coverage for employees in years to come as ObamaCare takes effect. However, agents advise against complacency.

  • Industries
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  • By Jay Brady |
  • January 28, 2011
Government Digest: Jan. 28 - Feb. 3

Governmental action from around the Gulf Coast.

  • Florida
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • March 6, 2020
Law firm sets national precedent in $63M case

One key to the strategy at the Greenberg Traurig Tampa office? Over-preparation.

  • Law
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • March 20, 2020
Entrepreneur takes big step in removing herself from operations

A $100 million company founder spent a year in meetings and interviews before hiring a CEO.

  • Leadership
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • April 28, 2017
Five-Star Fancy

Tampa Bay could be home to a new luxury hotel if job and tourism growth continue.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • September 18, 2017
Bright Lights

Area executive Fabio Zaniboni speaks four languages. He's also becoming fluent in the language of managing fast growth.

  • Strategies
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • April 29, 2016
Wider net

Turning a cubicle farm into a hip workspace is a big undertaking. The payoff could come in increased productivity.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • February 12, 2016
Hitting Bull's-eye

Austin Center is uniquely poised to take advantage of positive office trends in Tampa.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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