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  • By Traci McMillan Beach |
  • October 21, 2016
Skin studies

Dermatologist Dr. Seth Forman launched a clinical trials company four years ago. The small company has begun to make a name for itself with big pharmaceutical companies.

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Twist and shout

The 'just do it' phase trips up many would-be business owners. An aspiring restaurateur got over her fears, and is now onto the next course: Make it last.

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  • December 9, 2016
Do you need an advisory board?

Even experienced CEOs need an outside perspective from time to time. Forming a panel of trusted professionals can help keep your family business on track.

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  • December 30, 2016
'Like family'

A major acquisition opens growth possibilities for a Polk County architecture firm. One lesson from the integration of the two firms — set stronger expectations, earlier.

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  • December 15, 2017
Tools for Retention

Hardware store entrepreneur Michael Wynn tackles the conundrum of employee retention with respect, recognition and rewards.

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  • February 23, 2018
Street Smarts

The way to one billionaire's heart, and to get hired for his transformative urban renewal project, is to deftly combine high aptitude with the right attitude.

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  • October 11, 2013
Gone Global

A Gulf Coast law firm recently expanded internationally, to more than 40 countries. Its attorneys, though, never have to board an airplane.

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  • July 11, 2014
Compound Queen

New Port Richey-based TriNity Medical Pharmacy is growing in a competitive pharmaceutical market: compounding medications. Its continued expansion hinges on finding new niches.

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  • August 29, 2014
A Wise Move

A longtime florist raises his ante in the event planning business. He has good vibes about the high-cost project.

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  • March 21, 2014
Have metal

In fast-growth mode, Fusion Welding is ready to take on some serious work. But a lack of skilled labor continues to limit its expansion.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • November 15, 2013
The delegator

Employees at one of the largest master-planned communities in Florida get a healthy dose of freedom at work. That freedom, though, doesn't always come easy.

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  • December 13, 2013
Positive returns

Banks headquartered on the Gulf Coast now have better returns to share with investors.

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  • September 16, 2016
The cost of conflict

Assumptions make for ill will and hurt feelings in a family business. Communicating clearly up front will help you avoid a misstep.

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  • June 17, 2016
Universal model

An ATM that spits out $1 bills is part of a major technology transformation of PNC Bank's Gulf Coast branches. Other banks have seized the trend, too.

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  • June 24, 2016
'Employer of choice'

To alleviate workers' child care stress, window manufacturer PGT decided to build its own facility. It looked to Disney for the model.

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  • July 17, 2015
Energy expert

Laura Duda has learned to give herself more credit for her success.

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  • July 17, 2015
Power up

Sarlo Power Mowers manufactures rugged mowers that have helped drive the company's success for 80 years. It also adheres to some basic business principles.

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  • November 6, 2015
Mobile men

Anthony Fernandez turned his knack for fixing things into an entrepreneurial venture. Major expansion plans are on the horizon.

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  • November 13, 2015
Move on up

An alum of an insurance stalwart went solo during the recession. The move looks prescient.

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  • August 28, 2015
Heading for the 'shore

Newcomer commercial fund Roseview-PMRG Fund I LLC sees its Westshore Center purchase as an entry into one of the nation's best office markets.

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