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  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • January 20, 2012
Like This

The Facebook phenomena had many savvy ad firms salivating at the opportunity for new business. One company plans to double in size by focusing on advertising firms.

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  • By Denise Federer |
  • February 10, 2023
How to develop executive maturity — with staying power — in a family business

Process and patience are two key facets of creating a corner office with high-level standards.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 7, 2022
Exec who built crane business into one of the largest in Florida dies at 67

Dean Sims ‘had a passion for the simple life while driving in the fast lane.’

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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • February 9, 2018
How to travel like a boss

Here's a strategy that can work for everyone.

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  • By Alex Walsh |
  • December 10, 2009
Ports in a Storm

By increasing its presence in Tampa Bay, Whitney Bank is attempting to reapply the formula that has kept it in business for more than a century.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 5, 2013
Fly boys

A trio of executives takes aim at what they call an 'underserved and overpriced' niche of the aviation insurance market. The plan has rocketed to success.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 2, 2021
Upstart social media firm moves HQ to region, plans $50M investment

The Rumble app is expecting to invest around $50 million in the state over the next few years.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • March 18, 2016
Goats over Gucci

A novice farmer found a new purpose in life when she left the daily grind.

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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • April 7, 2017
Rebound Time

DeSoto Square Mall's new owner plans millions in renovations to lure back customers and tenants.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • November 13, 2015
Tsunami alert

As aging Americans spur growth in senior housing, savvy developers are finding creative ways to pursue opportunities in the market.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • November 19, 2024
Tampa Bay Rays say ballpark deal near collapse as Pinellas delays vote again

Pinellas County commissioners voted to again delay a measure to approve bonds that would help fund a new ballpark for the team.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • March 12, 2026
Tampa Theatre working on $30M in enhancements ahead of turning 100

As it approaches its centenary, the old movie palace in downtown Tampa is working to better modernize and accentuate its history.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • August 21, 2023
Glamorous real estate company names new CEO

The founder of Living Vogue is taking a step back to focus on marketing the luxurious brand.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 1, 2011
Up on the Roof

A mortgage broker with an entrepreneurial mindset recently traded his industry for a new venture. It could be a gusty ride.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 31, 2007
Ridin' the storm out

The recent stock market dive has slowed investment in commercial real estate, but no one is calling it a crisis. Interest rates and supply are still key.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • March 11, 2010
Liberal prof blogs for conservatives

Tampa's the best spot for the 2012 Republican convention, at least according to Florida Atlantic University Professor Ronald Feinman, a self-described liberal and progressive who penned a recent blog on the topic.

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  • October 2, 2020
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  • October 24, 2018
Hospice executive elected to national organization leadership role

Hope Healthcare President and CEO Samira Beckwith named vice chair of National Partnership for Hospice Innovation.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 7, 2013
Seven local RE agents crack firm's top 1%

Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate honored the seven agents and teams.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 6, 2015
Longboat marina cruises onto top 100 list

Cannons Marina is one of two Gulf Coast firms on Boating Industry magazine list.

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