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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • December 17, 2024
Despite county's yes vote, Tampa Rays want more money for $1.3B ballpark

The team says it cannot cover cost increases and that it will negotiate with municipalities already cash strapped and unwilling to pay more.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Kristen Lessig-Schenerlein, Hannah McGowan |
  • January 17, 2025
Forget goals: For 2025, set – and keep – New Year's intentions

A new approach to New Year's resolutions requires a deeper way of thinking about the leader you are and the leader you want to be.

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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • June 14, 2023
Downtown Bradenton seeks to grow its arts scene

As more people flock to the area, the arts and culture scene in Bradenton is growing — with a new gallery and a $15 million expansion.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • May 17, 2013
The chef executive

Sam Klepfish is guiding the growth of gourmet-food purveyor Innovative Food Holdings with a team of trained chefs.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Denise Kalette |
  • December 14, 2012
Vigilance Pays

In a move that will double its assets, C1 Bank undertakes its largest acquisition yet. To succeed, openness is key.

  • Finance
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  • By John Haughey |
  • March 1, 2019
Florida Senate to tackle major business issues

The State Senate’s No. 1 leader enters the new Legislative session with lots of ambition, from medical marijuana clarification to infrastructure needs. His chief worry: blind spots.

  • Florida
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 18, 2017
Bed Heads

A Tampa-based e-commerce 'bed-in-a-box' startup is armed with a patented mattress. It also has a dream-big mission.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 1, 2014
Rising Tide

The boat industry is getting big again. Manufacturers, suppliers and retailers are posting significant sales increases.

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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • May 22, 2015
Pampered pooches

High-end pet resorts on the Gulf Coast aren't begging for business.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • June 27, 2024
Macaron company grows to 70-plus locations, a 'dream coming true'

The franchise strategy at Sarasota-based Le Macaron has multiple ingredients, with a focus on location, support and high-quality cookies.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • August 25, 2023
Passionate entrepreneur on a fight against hunger

Stuart Haniff has been on a mission to end hunger after learning an important lesson from his father at a young age. If he doesn't do it, then who will?

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 14, 2026
Lakewood Ranch primed to get five new hotels, nearly 600 rooms

Lakewood Ranch currently has just four hotels within its boundaries, with less than 450 rooms in total.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • February 18, 2026
Hillsborough College president says Rays' stadium plan is a big win for all

Kenneth Atwater spoke with the Business Observer about a how proposed deal to build a stadium and mixed-use development on the school's Dale Mabry campus.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 17, 2007
Practice, Practice and More Practice

Clark Toole is running the biggest, and still growing, residential real estate firm in Florida. His message to sales agents in an era of few sales: Keep working at it.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 14, 2006
No more coasting

As banks protect their turf, a Gulf Coast credit union seeks to be seen and heard on a greater scale.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 11, 2008
Volunteer profits

A requirement to have all sales staff volunteer for civic and business groups has paid off for a Gulf Coast pest-control firm.

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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • December 9, 2005
The No-Planning Commission

A cross-section of Hillsborough County expresses disappointment in the political leadership of a growing community.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 1, 2005
Back on Schedule

Newly renamed Pilot Bank may finally be taking flight after a decade delay.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 17, 2003
Coffee Talk (Sara/Mana Edition)

This week's items: Larry Starr, of ResortQuest, says it should be a good winter tourism seasonPortofino condominium renamed The happenings of entrepreneur, developer and philanthropist Harvey Vengroff

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • December 4, 2009
A higher note

Against the odds, a group of Naples opera lovers has turned the classical genre into a regional draw on the Gulf Coast. Opera Naples is now entering its fifth season.

  • Industries
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