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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • March 29, 2013
Flower Power

A.P. Hollingsworth initially sought to grow a barbecue-sauce business. But he instead combined a passion for orchids with a fearless entrepreneurial spirit to build a longstanding flower company.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • September 28, 2012
Stay Simple

A former NBC creative director says marketing a product or service shouldn't be complicated. One key to success: Tear down internal silos — immediately.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 25, 2023
Contractor nears post-Ian recovery milestone in replaced, repaired roofs

Lloyd Roofing has used more than 1.5 million square feet of roofing materials in less than a year.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • August 3, 2023
Sarasota performing arts theater moves forward with $8M project

The Players Centre for Performing Arts established a subsidiary to lead the capital campaign, which is scheduled to commence in September.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • April 17, 2023
Niche SWFL real estate firm sold five months after founder’s death

Jeff Darragh founded Worthington Realty in 1989.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • March 19, 2004
Legal Calendar (Tampa edition)

The Tampa Legal Calendar is provided free of charge.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • March 26, 2004
Mike Carter Q&A

Mike Carter discusses Old Main Street, interest rates and the Mangrove Grill.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • May 14, 2004
Legal Calendar (Tampa edition)

Tampa's legal calendar is available free of charge.

  • Law
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 10, 2003
Legal Briefs (Tampa edition)

This week's items: Clearwater Bar president rebukes governor Sarasota lawyer named to advisory councilAttorneys join office of Bavol Bush Graziano & Rice Attorney general announces plans for mentoring program and more...

  • Law
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 7, 2005
Free Press (Sara/Mana edition)

This week's items: Grapevine Communications given award for excellenceInfinium Labs will demonstrate gaming service in Las VegasFort Lauderdale airline starts local serviceEpicurean Life now has five Sommeliers

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • February 4, 2010
Economy drowns online pool guy

Chris Smith, founder of a once high-flying, Internet-based Gulf Coast pool supply business, is drowning in debt caused by an admitted massive miscalculation in the economy.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • July 10, 2012
Clash over impact fees continues

Local entrepreneur Michael Evanoff lost his first battle against Sarasota County in a skirmish over impact fees — though he refuses to concede defeat.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 24, 2021
Revealed: business horrors of the first six months of the pandemic

A deep dive into the first six months of the pandemic for businesses could help prepare for what’s next.

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  • September 2, 2021
Area tournament brings in 500 spectators, 531 athletes for six-day event

A world cornhole tournament held in Bradenton holds promise in becoming a recurring event.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 24, 2020
Florida has a robust presence in the gig economy

Some 1.8 million workers in Florida, according to 2018 jobs data, participated in the gig economy in some capacity.

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  • March 30, 2020
Contractor partners with health system on coronavirus project

The negative air units will be used in the Gulf Coast Medical Center and the HealthPark Medical Center locations.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 8, 2020
For boat dealer, it's all aboard — virtually

The COVID-19 crisis has been a setback for boat and yacht dealers like MarineMax that rely on boat shows for sales, but the company has been quick to adapt.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 26, 2022
After 20-month pandemic shutdown, theater plans to reopen

The Southwest Florida Event Center shuttered in May 2020.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 21, 2022
Largest steakhouse chain commits to Lakewood Ranch location

The restaurant will be located within CASTO's Center Point development.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • October 25, 2018
Kyle DeCicco, 33

Vice president/commercial loan officer, Sanibel Captiva Community Bank

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