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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • June 28, 2013
Start it up

Rance Crain is a legendary figure in the world of independently owned business publications — hence the standing ovation he received during a meeting of his industry peers in June.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 20, 2021
Real estate office closes over $1 billion in sales volume in 2020

The Longboat Key office has over 100 sales associates. It is led by Managing Broker Ellen O’Day and has agents who work throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • February 14, 2020
NAIOP honors "Best of the Best" in Tampa

NAIOP Tampa Bay's 2019 "Best of the Best" awards recognized developers, investors and brokers throughout the region for accomplishments last year.

  • Commercial Real Estate
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 12, 2023
Lakewood Ranch named best-selling for fifth year in a row

The multigenerational, master-planned community received the honor despite have sold fewer new homes in 2022 compared to 2021.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 13, 2019
After its acquisition, boat business plans more growth

In May, Brunswick Corp. acquired Venice-based Freedom Boat Club.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 11, 2006
Lasday: Value is more than price

Since you will rarely win the war on price, help the customer believe in the superiority of your offering.Lou Lasday, an independent marketing adviser residing on Longboat Key, creates action-oriented strategic marketing initiatives for Gulf Coast emerging companies.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • December 19, 2014
Big potential

Public opinion can flatten a real estate project before it gets going. One developer takes an attack-first strategy.

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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • November 3, 2022
Fort Myers resort lays off 195, total hospitality layoffs in SWFL now top 1,000

Damage from Hurricane Ian has forced the 72-year-old Pink Shell to shut down and cut employees.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 18, 2019
Retailer, college form valuable partnership

Fort Myers-based retailer Chico’s FAS, through a partnership with Florida Gulf Coast University, recently worked on a bevy of projects with some 50 students, from blogs to software to recruiting

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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • January 27, 2025
Global footwear retailer chooses Fort Myers for debut brick-and-mortar store

The shoe store is located at the open-air Bell Tower shopping destination.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • February 7, 2022
Survey says: Affordable housing is the top concern for businesses

With housing prices exploding, businesses are having a harder time getting workers to come — and stay.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 19, 2011
A Heap of Freedom

A Sarasota Internet firm prides itself on its eclectic and laid back work environment. Yet its biggest challenge is finding the right people who want in on the fun.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 16, 2015
Restaurant chain promotes exec to president

Chris Tomasso was previously chief marketing officer of First Watch.

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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • June 27, 2022
Despite Bolts’ Cup loss, Tampa Bay charities win big thanks to $1.2M donation

Jeff Vinik gave $5,000 to each Tampa Bay Lightning employee to support the nonprofit of their choice.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By James R. |
  • May 30, 2014
How to Build a Powerful Brand

Five key drivers to assure consistently strong brands.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 29, 2007
The Bravest Developer

Building a condo-hotel in Southwest Florida takes, well, fortitude. Robert Hensley's got plenty of it.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • September 24, 2004
Free Press (Sara/Mana edition)

This week's items: Excellence in Industry honors Michael SaundersChance for grant seekers to find available resources New house can withstand hurricane force winds

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • June 30, 2017
UFC star endorses area company

Fort Myers-based Dioxyme has support from several other athletes.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Laura Lyon |
  • October 10, 2024
Christopher Souza, 33

40 Under 40 winner Christopher Souza is managing partner at Oasis Amenities.

  • Class of 2024
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • October 16, 2015
Commercial Real Estate

SVN agent among top nationwide; Colliers prez weighs in on GE

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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