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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • December 22, 2017
Kids are All Right

An executive who seeks a deeper connection to where his donations go found his spot in an adoption charity. 'Child causes really pull at my heart strings,' Michael Malatin says.

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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • December 29, 2017
In the Round

Maintaining consistency among far-flung locations is the holy grail of the franchise industry. One enterprising couple — think secret shoppers — has pursued the challenge with vigor.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 5, 2018
Fair Warning

Going behind the scenes of a state fair is a glance at a lesson any business could use: how to remain relevant in a sea of competition.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 12, 2018
Dr. Violin

A busy Southwest Florida doctor finds solace in a high-pressure musical side gig.

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  • October 4, 2013
Chelsea Chana, 23, and Kris Chana, 25

Chelsea Place Retirement and Assisted Living

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  • October 4, 2013
Sonika Fourie, 24

Interior Designer, The Schimberg Group Inc.

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  • October 4, 2013
Melissa Link, 35

Owner, Brand Eleven Eleven

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • October 4, 2013
A Young Assist

A young couple, newly married, is in the business of helping the elderly. It's a perfect fit.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 11, 2014
Busy Leader

A chamber of commerce executive — and Ayn Rand fan — has maintained the passion for her job after nearly 20 years. 'I love working for the chamber,' she says.

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • August 22, 2014
Business Shift

Successfully recognizing opportunities sometimes means shifting focus and letting some business go.

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • February 7, 2014
Full clip

Capital is starting to flow for manufacturers who invest big in equipment, but options remain limited. Azimuth Technology leads the way.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 30, 2014
Delayed Recovery

The first three months of 2014 were solid, if not spectacular, for several commercial real estate brokers. But statistics show a widespread recovery remains elusive.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • November 15, 2013
Smart and healthy

Entrepreneur Scott Fischer says he renewed his focus on employees during the recession, saving his company from an uncertain fate.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • December 13, 2013
Passion pitch

A Gulf Coast firm has money to invest in startups and the urge to do it soon. Now it needs the right recipients.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • December 27, 2013
Wood Will

Innovation is rare in the lumber industry. A Gulf Coast entrepreneur set out to change that, and 2014 could be his proving ground.

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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • July 15, 2016
Branch out

The tight labor market hasn't dented the growth prospects for a pair of staffing industry veterans. A strong sense of urgency is vital to their success.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 29, 2016
Wise move

Transition in a family business, when generations have varied backgrounds, could be difficult. A mother and two daughters navigate the landmines.

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • September 16, 2016
The right fit

By the time it completes its acquisition of Sarasota-based Insignia Bank, Stonegate Bank will have bought six lenders on the Gulf Coast. Next up: a march into the Tampa-St. Petersburg market.

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • September 23, 2016
Going up

New owners of one of the region's most prominent elevator companies target residential homes. Demographics fuel the demand.

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  • May 27, 2016
Site selector: Sarasota made 'big mistake'

One of Florida's leading site selection executives — a former state official who oversaw the deal that brought the Hertz corporate headquarters to Lee County — has harsh words for Sarasota.

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