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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 18, 2005
For Rent: Prime Locations

Real estate is not a one-size-fits-all business. What works for one business can leave another experienced entrepreneur an utter failure. You don't have to teach Stan Rutstein that business rule.

  • Entrepreneurs
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 28, 2005
Coffee Talk (Sara/Mana)

Gold Coast Eagle moving to Manatee County?: Sarasota and Manatee counties' Anheuser Busch distributor, Gold Coast Eagle Distributing Co., has called Sarasota County home since right after prohibition, but that may be changing soon.Looking beyond price: A lot of people doubted it would happen, but Toronto-based Kolter Property Co. completed its $40 million purchase of the three-acre Metropolitan property at U.S. 41 and Gulf Stream Avenue in downtown Sarasota.Studying a university district: Who's going to coordinate the creation of a University District? We may have a better idea after Monday, March 28.

  • News
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 25, 2008
Pruning Branches

After years of hectic buying, some banks now are selling land and branches they no longer need.

  • Entrepreneurs
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 19, 2009
Furnishing Growth

CEO Ray Fluitsma is on a mission to diversify and enhance the markets for custom furniture and millwork from AMC Industries.

  • Strategies
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 26, 2009
Ground HEAT

With a new law and the green movement on its side, EarthLinked Technologies is ready to take off with geothermal heat pumps.

  • Strategies
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • June 18, 2009
Review & Comment

S.B. 360 snips only the tip of the growth tumor

  • Opinion
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • July 31, 2009
Government Digest

A look at governmental action from around the Gulf Coast

  • Florida
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • July 23, 2004
Coffee Talk (Sara/Mana edition)

This week's items: Downtown platform that needs a candidateSave water, have a cold oneStudying really pays offBanker of the Year Nomination

  • News
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • September 3, 2004
Im loses; Greer wins

Controversial judicial races in Pinellas County produce bittersweet results for incumbents.

  • Entrepreneurs
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • February 13, 2004
Demand Outpaces Supply

With less high-producing commercial property available, Realtors must compete in a seller's market.

  • Entrepreneurs
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 5, 2003
Runner-Up xG Technology LLC

xG's radio wave-based technology promises faster, cheaper and geographically broader data transmission than any current method.

  • Entrepreneurs
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 29, 2004
Coffee Talk (Sara/Mana edition)

This week's items: The Downtown Partnerhsip of Saraosta has issued a 10-step program for affordable housingHow to appeal to venture capitalistsBradentonis redevelopment edge

  • News
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • September 19, 2003
Lou Lasday: Goodwill Marketing Play

Lou Lasday, an independent marketing adviser residing on Longboat Key, creates action-oriented strategic corporate initiatives for emerging companies. A career direct response executive, he has been a senior partner of a national advertising agency and se

  • Opinion
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 10, 2003
Street Sales

Admobile of Tampa Bay tries a new twist on an old concept. But its moving billboards may not be able to stay in one place for very long.

  • Entrepreneurs
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 7, 2003
Real Estate Briefs

This week's items: Bluewater Development buys large Riviera Dunes pieceInland Retail Real Estate buys Cortez PlazaSaunders commercial records more than $45 million in sales Community foundationbreaks ground on new building

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • June 4, 2004
Coffee Talk (Sara/Mana edition)

This week's items: Ethnic study finds home-buying differencesDiscount Auto Parts advancesTougher billing, higher deposits planned for Sarasota?Tooting our horn

  • News
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • June 11, 2004
Reach More of Your Audience

Knowledge of the four dimensions of behavior makes one a more effective communicator.By Stephen Garber, who provides executive coaching to enable people to select, retain and develop performance champions.

  • Opinion
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 26, 2004
Coffee Talk (Sara/Mana edition)

This week's items: He may be eelected,i but he wonit be estrongi Hear that sucking sound? Creative SarasotaNo insurance against suit Ice cream anyone?

  • News
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 26, 2004
Coffee Talk (Tampa edition)

This week's items: Back to his rootsImitation is flatteryA drawGiving thanksNo insurance against suit Economist speaks

  • News
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 17, 2004
Coffee Talk (Sara/Mana edition)

This week's items: Conference center location: Sarasota Garden ClubIn-fighting at the Farmeris MarketNot just talkPricey inspections

  • News
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