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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • April 15, 2016
Profile | Rick Narkiewicz

Rick Narkiewicz joined commercial real estate brokerage firm Newmark Grubb Knight Frank at the end of last year, after spending nearly 18 years at rival CBRE Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services firm.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Steven Benna |
  • June 24, 2016
Back for more

Surgeons at BioSpine Institute take a minimally invasive approach with procedures. It's more difficult, but it has led to rapid growth.

  • Strategies
  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • March 25, 2016
Stay sharp

Even businesses with successful histories can use upgrades. A $3.5 million project is the way there at one storied resort.

  • Entrepreneurs
  • By Michael Hinman |
  • May 22, 2015
Finding home

Site selection for fast-growth firms made easy? Sounds like fantasy. A Tampa-based startup aims to make it real.

  • Industries
  • By Flint Stephens |
  • May 28, 2015
Voluntary insurance benefits help attract, retain employees

High-deductible plans have created a gap in coverage for many employees. Voluntary benefits increasingly bridge that gap.

  • AllTrust Insurance
Sponsored Content
  • By Barry Friedman |
  • August 15, 2015
So not boring

Despite a moniker that suggests otherwise, a Polk entrepreneur says business has never been more exciting.

  • Strategies
  • By Traci McMillan Beach |
  • October 2, 2015
Dream job

Going from the field to a management job can be tricky for anyone. Even a seasoned criminal prosecutor.

  • Law
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • March 13, 2015
'Low blood pressure'

Punting the billable-hours model is an uncommon move for a fast-growth law firm. But Jill McCrory makes it work.

  • Law
  • By Michael Hinman |
  • March 20, 2015
Cabinet appointment

The recession almost claimed McCabinet. But its second-generation owner is working to ensure the company will survive the next one.

  • Strategies
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • April 24, 2015
The rub

Customer acquisition isn't a one-and-done proposition for a fast-growth massage chain. Rewarding regulars is a key component.

  • Entrepreneurs
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 16, 2024
$800M Longboat Key resort welcomes locals for soft opening

The resort, which has been under construction for nearly three years, unveiled the awe-worthy features of the five-star property.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Sharon Hillstrom |
  • August 28, 2024
Long-term planning in Manatee County pays even longer-term dividends

Tourism is big business all over Manatee County — and getting bigger.

  • Opinion
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • April 10, 2025
Florida Blue, Sanitas open 6 primary care centers on Gulf Coast

The new primary centers are a partnership between the insurance company and a health provider.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • June 28, 2023
$3.5 billion trust company names new CFO

Beth Weigel has been with The Sanibel Captiva Trust Co. for more than a decade.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • May 26, 2023
DeSantis signs $2.7 billion tax break and windshield bills

The governor signed 27 pieces of new legislation Thursday, the day after announcing his presidential bid.

  • Florida
  • By Amanda Postma |
  • July 20, 2023
Top Weber Grill exec named CEO of Manatee County pet products business

Encompass Pet Group founder Rob Emery will stay on as chairman.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Amanda Postma |
  • July 31, 2023
Skills training program in Bradenton graduates 78 students

The program included middle and high school students who had access to a career fair, six-week internships and mentoring.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Amanda Postma |
  • August 23, 2023
Tennessee health organization expands into Florida with 10 locations

The first Archwell Health center opened in Venice.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Jim Stinson |
  • September 1, 2023
Airline to add four new destinations from TPA

Spirit will add a permanent daily line from TPA to a Southern business hub.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • September 6, 2023
Bank promotes longtime employee to leadership post

Melissa Black has been with Crews Bank & Trust for 26 years.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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