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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • September 14, 2023
Third-generation Ace Hardware leader on why humility is his No. 1 core value

More than four decades in a family-run hardware business has taught Michael Wynn a lot about team building, servant leadership, growing leaders internally and more.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 30, 2008
Recession Chopper

Fixing old helicopter engines is close to being recession proof. AirTechnology Group expects 10% growth next year as governments and companies cut back on purchases of new helicopters and increase maintenance of older ones.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 7, 2025
Group buys historic Sarasota hotel for Black community for $700K

At least one other proposal, which wasn't approved, called for demolition of the Colson Hotel building in Sarasota's Rosemary District.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 6, 2008
Power Pack

It took 20 years, but Alan Rash finally got his shot at runninghis own foam fabrication business. He's turned an unorthodoxapproach into a success story.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 7, 2010
Recession Cushion

The furniture industry, no surprise, is hurting. But at least one Gulf Coast entrepreneur has found a way to thrive in the industry despite the dire circumstances.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 5, 2011
Off the Couch

Larry Norris got out of the furniture business more than a decade ago, but he's confident there's opportunity today.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 15, 2014
Tasty Transition

Failure to embrace change can sink a multigenerational business. The clan behind a prominent restaurant and produce company hopes to avoid the traps.

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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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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 10, 2006
The Germinator

There's more to Florida agriculture land than citrus and cattle. Agribusiness giant Alico offers a lesson in creative diversification.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • April 14, 2023
Hospitals look to campuses — even middle school — to combat nursing shortage

As the number of open nursing positions grows rapidly, health care systems grapple with potential solutions. Many are targeting students — even as young as middle schoolers.

  • Healthcare
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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • June 19, 2006
Real Estate Briefs

Signature Communities Inc. acquires Naples Vanderbilt InnWalport Properties buysCollier Boulevard SquareDRD Murdock Circle Executive CenterMichael Saunders office expands on Longboat KeyJohn McKay buys Parrish landLowe's buys land in North PortHotel industry veterans purchase Tampa blockVision 193 LLC buys 5th Avenue ApartmentsTarpon Restaurant Services buys Pappa's Riverside

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • December 27, 2005
Real Estate Briefs (Sara/Mana)

Sarasota Realtor Buys Three Rental ComplexesMCZ/Centrum buys Serenata landPenn-Florida buys out partner, converting apartmentsBlackpoint Group buys more land for business park1350 Main group plans 1740 developmentSarasota Fireplace buys more manufacturing space

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • September 23, 2021
Meet the new guy

Homes by WestBay, homebuilder with a small-but-mighty mindset, woos an executive from one the biggest competitors in the field.

  • Commercial Real Estate
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • July 26, 2023
Law firm announces two shareholders to lead new Bradenton office

The law firm's new location is expected to open in September.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • September 22, 2022
Opera Naples names new executive director

Laura Burns comes to the organization with over 25 years of experience.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • May 23, 2013
Cape Coral tax plan: Watch your wallet

We'll probably never know if Hertz ever considered relocating its corporate headquarters to Cape Coral, but the city in Lee County isn't exactly laying out the red carpet for new businesses or residents.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • May 25, 2012
TIA celebrates new service

The airport welcomes Edelweiss Air's inaugural flights tonight.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • September 9, 2020
E-commerce giant to hire 500 at new facility in region

Amazon’s new fulfillment center, under construction in Auburndale, Fla., will create 500 full-time jobs that start at $15 per hour with benefits.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 22, 2022
Regional IT firm announces three promotions

The company's president says the executives helped drive business growth, leading to their new roles.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • February 8, 2017
Tech firm plans 150 hires, adds research unit

This is the second time ReliaQuest has expanded its Tampa operations since 2015.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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