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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • December 5, 2019
After 15 years on his own, a banker gets back into the game

Charles Idelson has big expansion plans for Investors’ Security Trust under its new owners, Illinois-based Busey Bank,

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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • March 12, 2020
Digital marketing firm primed for growth — even in pandemic

Vectra Digital CEO Matt Bernhardt says now is the not time to slow down.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • May 11, 2020
FCCI Insurance CEO, after arrest, takes leave of absence

Craig Johnson faces charges of battery on a police officer, among other allegations.

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  • By Traci McMillan Beach |
  • March 23, 2022
Effective messaging requires consistency and a concise approach

One key: People take action based on emotion. They validate their decisions with logic. 

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  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • September 27, 2019
With alternative to hotel gift basket, entrepreneur grows business

Shuchi Vyas has created a package of useful items for guests at hotels and other rental properties.

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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • December 2, 2016
Niche dweller

Don Paight, who led Fort Myers' redevelopment efforts for the past three decades, has joined commercial real estate brokerage firm CRE Consultants.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Cheryl O'Neill |
  • June 22, 2015
How you can inspire others

Motivating and inspiring others around you doesn't cost a thing, but it sure can boost your bottom line.

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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • August 16, 2024
Legendary Fort Myers Beach restaurant property sells for $3.65M

In the week's top commercial real estate news, an Estero Ford dealership grows its service department and an investor borrows $82 million to buy a pair of Lutz apartment communities and a local construction company buys a Sarasota warehouse and office space.

  • Florida
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • August 12, 2021
Homeless advocate's past informs her vision

Antoinette Hayes-Triplett fights to help people, especially veterans, to stay off the streets.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • August 12, 2021
Foundation CEO is determined to make long-term systemic change

Teri Hansen grew up with the passion to help others instilled in her. It shows in her work.

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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • January 8, 2026
Leadership coach embraces new challenge with improv

Darcy Eikenberg relishes the idea of not being the expert in pushing herself to learn a new skill.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • March 30, 2026
2026 top 50 contractors zoom past $10B in annual revenue

From skyscrapers to seawalls, contracting companies in the region have been busy.

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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • May 25, 2023
St. Petersburg’s public parks system ranks among nation's top 20

The Sunshine City has the 15th best ParkScore rating, according to the Trust for Public Land.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • August 2, 2023
Former Pepperidge Farm CEO appointed to local board

As First Watch continues to scale business, the board's chair says Irene Chang Britt's leadership experience will provide "invaluable insights and advice."

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • September 1, 2023
Hospitality event: Labor remains industry's toughest puzzle

Industry professionals gathered in Tampa on Thursday to talk through strategies they use to retain talent.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • July 12, 2022
Buyers backing out of home sales nationally hit record numbers, three area cities top the list

A recently released report finds that rising mortgage rates are forcing people to back out of contracts for homes.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • August 22, 2022
$103 million apartment project expected to reshape Cape Coral

Construction is set to begin on a mixed-used project expected to bring energy and nightlife to the heart of the city’s sleepy commercial district.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Steven Benna |
  • August 29, 2022
Transactions: Aug. 9-15

A Tampa apartment complex sale for $73M paces this week's transactions.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • September 6, 2022
Transactions: Aug. 16-22

A $69.9 million residential land deal in north Manatee County paces transactions.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • September 19, 2022
Former volunteer donates $2.5 million estate gift to Selby Gardens

Evelyn Mink contributed more than 5,000 hours to the organization throughout 25 years.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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