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  • By Jim Stinson |
  • July 12, 2023
Bobby Flay's burger joint chain eyes Tampa for next location

The famous TV chef is looking for new locations for his burger eatery. He thinks Tampa has got what it takes.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 29, 2016
Sarasota company expands national presence

The business just opened a new office in Texas.

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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • June 4, 2022
Pinellas County returns to spotlight in streaming series

Visit St. Pete/Clearwater's innovative marketing vehicle "Life's Rewards" returns for a second installment on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube.

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • August 29, 2013
Rate Management

Longtime hotelier Fred Hirschovits says room rates are rising again after years of declines.

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  • July 24, 2012
Trouble for FL tourism ahead?

Economists say Europe's problems may dampen tourism in the Sunshine State.

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  • April 2, 2010
Community Bank adds capital

Community Bank of Manatee has raised another $4.7 million in capital.

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  • February 3, 2017
Car dealer steers a victory

Tampa-area auto dealer John Williams and some fellow auto executives spent a portion of the past few months checking out all kinds of luxury — for research.

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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • May 27, 2021
Midwestern firms make Naples deals

Combined $31 million in investments buys flex buildings, business center office in Naples for $31.05 million

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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • August 2, 2025
Sarasota real estate firm expands further south

Michael Saunders & Co. has opened a new office in Sanibel, the real estate company’s 18th.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 26, 2024
Columbia Restaurant on St. Armands reopens after storms

Cha Cha Coconuts is also back after nearly a month of work to repair damage from hurricanes.

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  • February 4, 2011
Corporate Report: Feb. 4 - Feb. 10

The latest news from Proper Power & Energy, Brown & Brown, and other Gulf Coast firms.

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  • May 14, 2010
Gulf Coast Week: May 14 - May 20

Regional business news at a glance.

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  • May 14, 2010
Gulf Coast Week: May 14 - May 20

Regional business news at a glance.

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  • By Laura Lyon |
  • June 24, 2024
Pasco County university to offer AI master's degree

The new program at the Pasco County university begins fall 2024.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 29, 2010
Hodges University's buy to handle enrollment

Hodges University, a private, non-profit college offering 24 undergraduate and seven graduate degree programs of study, announced it is expanding its Naples campus.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 19, 2014
MagneGas buying gas-distribution company

MagneGas reached a letter of intent to buy a Tampa Bay-area company that sells industrial gases and has agreed to buy a new headquarters building.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • January 17, 2024
A look at why Hertz plans to cut a third of its EV fleet

Lee County-based Hertz, while not totally exiting from renting electric vehicles, plans to sell off a large portion of its electronic vehicle fleet and use proceeds to buy gas-powered cars.

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  • August 31, 2007
Corporate Report

Aerosonic Corp. acquires Oregon display firmGeneral Dynamics granted two more dealsProgress Energy Florida reports new energy peakGeoPharma plans stock buy-backInsignia Bank creates investment arm

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  • February 10, 2021
Software, IT firm names new CEO

Felix Lluberes comes to Stickboy with a wide range of career experience.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • June 27, 2014
Buff times for real estate agent

Go naked or go home.

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