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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • May 20, 2016
POWER BROKERS: Cushman & Wakefield

The firm dominated CoStar's awards in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area, with more individuals recognized than any other commercial brokerage.

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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • September 9, 2021
Waste not, want not

Shawn Handrahan’s journey to running a Tampa apartment concierge services firm ValetLiving was anything but linear.

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  • By Amanda Postma |
  • June 13, 2023
Late-night hot chicken brand expands to Tampa

The restaurant is planning a grand opening for June 16.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • May 11, 2012
Talk to the farmer

Lipman, which bills itself as North America's largest field-tomato grower, has launched a website for consumers.

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  • April 19, 2021
Clothing distribution center closing, leading to more than 100 layoffs

Perry Ellis International will close its Tampa distribution center in July

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • September 24, 2020
Southwest Florida lands retail discounters

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, Goodwill Industries opening new stores in Bonita Springs, East Naples

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • July 14, 2017
Time to launch

OpenMyFloridaBusiness.gov ready to help new businesses

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  • August 15, 2016
Tech entrepreneur buys ABA basketball team

Tryouts for the Sarasota Manatees will be held Aug. 19 and Aug. 20.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Laura Lyon |
  • February 19, 2025
Tampa venture capital firm invests in govtech startup

It's the firm’s first leap into the government sector

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • October 7, 2025
Hoffmann Family of Cos. acquires Naples marine tourism business

The Naples conglomerate purchased Pure Florida, which specializes in such activities as dolphin tours and personal watercraft rentals.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • November 22, 2025
Investment firm buys Naples apartment community

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • January 9, 2019
Top Deals in Sarasota/Manatee in 2018

Residences once again dominated the top commercial real estate deals of 2018, but one of the area's most plush resort outpaced all other sales.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 11, 2022
New small business center opens in chamber

In addition to consultation services, market research and training, the center is also prepared to assist businesses impacted by Hurricane Ian.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 5, 2010
Airline deal blessings could be mixed for Gulf

Two dominant low-fare airlines that carry thousands of visitors to the Gulf Coast's three major airports are combining and tourism industry officials are watching closely.

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  • May 25, 2018
Raymond James nabs four financial advisors from rival

The former UBS staffers will be based at the firm’s Sarasota office.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 20, 2019
Help wanted: Run Florida's top financial regulator

The Florida Office of Financial Regulation posted a job ad on Twitter.

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  • February 4, 2019
Bank taps top official for new, expanded role

The Bank of Tampa, based in Tampa, Florida, has appointed Scott Gault market president for Hillsborough County.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 14, 2025
$53M roofing firm expands office, facility in Fort Myers

Tallahassee-based Lloyd Roofing has seen a continued increase in demand the past three years in Fort Myers and the surrounding areas.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2013
Michael B. Gentile, 32

President, CEO, Founder, The Gentile Group LLC; Director, Gentile Family Foundation

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2013
Bobby Harris, 39

CEO, Blue Grace Logistics

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