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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • June 23, 2017
New World

Sarasota might never be the next Silicon Valley. Yet two tech-centric firms, with more than 100 combined employees, recently relocated to the area. What was the attraction?

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 14, 2017
Tough Replacement

Jim Nathan has done more for the health care sector in Southwest Florida than nearly any other hospital executive over the past 40 years. How did he do it?

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 24, 2017
Gobble, Gobble

Turkeys delivered by FedEx? Poultry sell-outs in 45 minutes? What in the world of Florida farming is going on? Some of the state's turkey farmers — a rare breed — have carved out a niche.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • February 2, 2018
Tree Hugger

Finding a mentor can be a nice boost for a burgeoning business owner. Johnny Georges found his on a TV show, and the relationship sprouted growth.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 1, 2014
Rising Tide

The boat industry is getting big again. Manufacturers, suppliers and retailers are posting significant sales increases.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • September 5, 2014
American Dreamer

A swashbuckling businessman with a made-for-the-movies life story has plotted a large expansion on the Gulf Coast. It's a $10 million initiative.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Bob Andelman |
  • August 19, 2016
Hand-Me-Down

To ensure its longevity, Hendry Marine gave employees an ownership stake in the business. With more than 100 staff added in the past six months, capacity is its newest challenge.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 26, 2016
Set sights

The developers of the Heights are armed with a keen sense of urgency for a project with decade-long timeline. Another key driver? Avoid debt.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Traci McMillan Beach |
  • September 9, 2016
Open door

Bob Briesacher has spent three decades building the name of his garage door company. He's done it so well, competitors have become copycats of the brand.

  • Strategies
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • May 20, 2016
POWER BROKERS: Southwest Florida Winners

For 2015, 21 companies and 44 individuals in Southwest Florida were recognized on CoStar's Power Brokers list.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • February 19, 2016
A little love

Insula Cos. has a healthy portfolio of apartment acquisitions and renovations. But now it faces new challenges, mainly higher prices and more competition.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • March 18, 2016
Bright transition

A $200 million, 900-employee manufacturing firm handled its CEO succession with aplomb. Being methodical was key.

  • Strategies
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • May 29, 2015
White elephants

Vacant buildings can be challenges and opportunities, but creativity is key in finding the right match.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 20, 2015
Economic Forecast | Charlotte-Lee-Collier

This is a milestone of sorts for the Business Observer's annual economic forecast issue: It's the second year in a row that cautious optimism isn't the overriding theme of the day.

  • Strategies
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 20, 2015
Economic Forecast | Sarasota-Manatee

This is a milestone of sorts for the Business Observer's annual economic forecast issue: It's the second year in a row that cautious optimism isn't the overriding theme of the day.

  • Strategies
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 20, 2015
Economic Forecast | Tampa Bay

This is a milestone of sorts for the Business Observer's annual economic forecast issue: It's the second year in a row that cautious optimism isn't the overriding theme of the day.

  • Strategies
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 13, 2015
Tom's time

Tom Santilli guided his firm to the top of Entrepreneur Mountain, a climb that included surpassing $20 million in sales. Then he made the decision of a lifetime.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • February 13, 2015
Natural beauty

Alikay Naturals beauty products can be found in Target and Sally Beauty Supply stores. Entrepreneur Rochelle Graham built the business without outside investors or loans.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • April 17, 2015
Juicy profits

For savvy operators like Alico, the citrus business in Florida can provide rich rewards to investors. Returns have begun to flow.

  • Industries
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • July 3, 2024
Broker gets creative to sell $295 million Naples compound

Dawn McKenna says selling trophy properties, like the Naples estate and the "Home Alone" house, is a happy mix of art and science.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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