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  • By Jim Stinson |
  • September 6, 2023
Bloomin' Brands shakes up board

Outback Steakhouse owner puts new board focus on technology.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 9, 2025
Macy's makes it official: Underperforming Sarasota, Tampa locations to close

The company plans to close 66 stores this year.

  • Florida
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • April 13, 2025
Former AstraZeneca exec takes over as CEO of $660M Fort Myers lab firm

CEO transition began in January, and the company closed an acquisition earlier this month.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • April 8, 2024
Tampa real estate trust seeks more Wall Street respectability

Sila Realty Trust has begun the process to get listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 31, 2024
Law firm names three new Sarasota partners, one in Tampa

The law firm Shumaker has promoted six lawyers across four offices to partner roles.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Jim Stinson |
  • March 2, 2024
Tampa insurance firm sells wholesale business

BRP Group says it will sell Atlanta-based Connected Risk to an Orlando firm.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • May 16, 2024
Tampa Downtown Partnership woos new CEO from Detroit organization

A champion for revitalization in Detroit says she looks forward to joining the "wave of positive momentum" in Tampa.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • December 12, 2024
Fort Myers entertainment company appoints new CEO

Sports broadcaster Matt Shepard has been named the new CEO of GameAbove Entertainment.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • March 17, 2025
Sarasota manufacturer names new board chair

Helios Technologies has appointed a five-year member to lead the board of directors.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Christopher Nigro |
  • July 11, 2025
Speeding, Boating, and Geography? A Primer for New Laws Taking Effect July 1

With the start of the state's fiscal year, newly passed legislation takes effect. Learn more about some of the new laws that may affect your everyday life.

  • Williams Parker
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  • By Jim Stinson |
  • February 8, 2024
Southwest Florida cannabis company helping banks posts robust 2023

Green Check, a Bonita Springs fintech company focused on the cannabis industry, had 131% growth in 2023.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • April 3, 2024
Developers building $25M Lakeland industrial park

Construction on the park just off of I-4 on State Road 33 is expected to begin later this year.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • May 21, 2024
Canadian vegan burger chain plans 40 franchises in Florida

Odd Burger, the fast-food chain behind the Vopper, has signed a franchisee to open new restaurants in the state as part of an expansion into the U.S. that also includes Washington state.

  • Florida
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • October 1, 2024
Frontier to offer new nonstop flight at SRQ

The airline known for its low fares is offering nonstop service between Chicago and Sarasota.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • September 26, 2025
$108M high school renovation, expansion complete near Fort Myers

Planning and technology helped keep the Riverdale High School project on schedule despite hurricanes, according to Suffolk Construction Company.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • November 24, 2025
Benderson developing 52-acre mixed-use project in Sarasota County

The development featuring restaurants, retailers and experiences will be located in Wellen Park.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • November 28, 2025
National builder breaks ground on 807-bed student housing for USF

The Mark Tampa, at 2700 University Square Drive, will offer a mix of studios through five-bedroom floor plans when it opens in fall 2027.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Holtz Builders |
  • September 5, 2025
More Than Builders: Holtz's Role as a Trusted Partner in Luxury Real Estate Development

Holtz Builders has built its reputation on more than just quality craftsmanship-it’s earned the trust of developers, investors, and communities by being a collaborative partner in high-end real estate development.

  • Holtz Builders
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  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • November 10, 2025
Affordable housing complex opens in Ybor City

Casa Maceo Apartments is a 10-unit, multifamily complex located at 2104 E. Columbus Drive.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • October 27, 2025
Sarasota County vacates administration building

The county sold the Ringling Boulevard building for $25 million four years ago.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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