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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • July 25, 2014
Rising cities sparse in some regions

A large geographic portion of the Gulf Coast — the parts south of the Skyway Bridge through Naples — came up flat in a report of Florida cities and towns on the rise.

  • News
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • June 22, 2024
Naples exec, civic leader appointed to state public service board

Gary Price has been part of multiple Southwest Florida boards and organizations going back decades.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • July 11, 2024
North Port poised to put borrowing, debt to referendum

The city seeks to be able to borrow up to $15 million in some cases without voter approval.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Thomas J. McLaughlin |
  • July 19, 2024
You and Your Business Idea Need a Succession Plan

Succession planning allows you to define your business’s legacy, while encouraging the leaders of your business to support the growth of your business’s employees.

  • Industry Insights
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  • By Lorenzo Fernandez | Trusts and Estates Attorney, Williams Parker |
  • July 25, 2024
Secure Your Legacy: The Importance of Having a Last Will and Testament

Selecting the right individual(s) or entity to settle the affairs of the decedent is fundamental to the successful settlement of an estate.

  • Williams Parker
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • January 7, 2025
Tampa Bay logistics firm buys company in deal long in the works

Riverview's BlueGrace says its purchase of Pinellas-based FreightCenter "strengthens the logistics ecosystem."

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • December 12, 2023
Craft kitchen chain to replace Naples restaurant closing at Mercato

Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar is moving into the space formerly occupied by AZN Asian Cuisine.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • February 19, 2025
Sarasota Paradise to become professional soccer team

The United Soccer League awarded a League One franchise to Sarasota Paradise, taking effect for the 2026 season.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • December 7, 2023
Soap company posts record in-store, online sales Thanksgiving week

The two major sales funnels of Thanksgiving week — Black Friday and Cyber Monday — were banner days for Naples Soap Co., a health and wellness brand known for skin and hair care products.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
  • By Trevor Johnson, Williams Parker |
  • October 2, 2023
Utilizing Trusts in Estate Planning

While there are many types of trusts and extensive reasons to create a trust, a few important estate planning objectives utilizing trusts are the following...

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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • September 26, 2024
Area electric utility companies track outages during Hurricane Helene

Follow the Business Observer for updates on power outages and restoration efforts following Hurricane Helene.

  • Florida
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • September 29, 2025
Highways, homebuilders and nonprofits: September on 'From the Corner Office' podcast

Some of the key insights and pieces of wisdom bits from the past month of "From the Corner Office" podcast episodes.

  • Florida
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • October 14, 2025
Sarasota family office acquires two Ohio companies

Nickolas Asset Management has acquired OGO and Medal Technologies in North Baltimore, Ohio.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • October 17, 2025
Gecko's co-founder to be named Florida Restaurateur of the Year

The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association will induct Mike Quillen into its Hall of Fame.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • November 7, 2025
Yeti buys Charlotte County drinkware company’s designs in $38M deal

Helimix, which makes shaker bottles for sports drinks in Punta Gorda, sold its specialized designs and other assets to Yeti.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • September 12, 2025
St. Pete firm acquires Yoder’s Southern Creamery, Sutter's

Two Sarasota businesses were acquired by SI Private Capital. The firm also paid more than $3.5 million for the building that houses both business.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • March 24, 2026
Sarasota angel investors back local software startup

Bridge Angel Investors is investing in Wire Wallet.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • December 10, 2025
Benderson buys Clearwater center with Whole Foods, Nordstrom Rack, Target

The Manatee County real estate company's newest shopping center is part of Countryside Mall in Pinellas County.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • April 27, 2026
Publix No. 4 on list of most trustworthy grocers in the US

The local giant remains among the most trusted grocery store chains, though its place on the list fell for the second straight year.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • January 12, 2026
Alabama firm acquires Tampa tech company

Software development firm Sourcetoad began operating as an independently run subsidiary of Thompson Holdings Inc. Jan. 1.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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