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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • March 8, 2013
Ringleader of fun

Scott Robertson gave up a career as a teacher and a commercial real estate broker to pursue his passion as an auctioneer for charities. He raised $15 million last year at 62 events.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Denise Kalette |
  • March 22, 2013
Powering Ahead

St. Petersburg-based Power Design expects its revenue to jump 40% this year. It's summoning electricians from across the country to tackle new projects.

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  • By Denise Kalette |
  • February 22, 2013
One Step Ahead

In an increasingly competitive landscape, USAmeriBank adds an insurance agency to its arsenal as it tries to outrun its rivals.

  • Finance
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  • By Janet Leiser |
  • June 28, 2013
Chasing the dream

Don't look for Chuck Prather to part with the Birchwood Inn in the near future. The developer has a new calling as an innkeeper.

  • Strategies
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • April 22, 2011
Diva Sisters

Sisters Shawnda Cook and Shannon Redden plan to open a hair-products store in Lehigh Acres, where the market is growing and competitors are limited. They plan to treat their customers like divas.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • September 20, 2013
Lends on the Mends

Banks across the Gulf Coast, when in group formation, have surpassed $25 billion in total assets. But some banks stand alone with double-digit percentage drops.

  • Finance
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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • February 16, 2012
Stop Giving Free Stuff

Companies can do more to help alleviate poverty by helping poor people become self-reliant.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • July 28, 2021
$16 million nonprofit adds three new board members

Sharon Hillstrom, Rochelle Nigri and Walton Pearson were each unanimously approved to serve a three-year term.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Joe Kager and Dan Steele | Guest columnists |
  • March 29, 2021
A touchy topic: Compensation in family-owned businesses:

Determining salaries should be a data-based processes — without emotion or favor.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 14, 2021
Lawsuit: Fire district misused COVID-19 funds, fired whistleblower

Kevin Nelmes had been with the Greater Naples Fire District since 2003.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Denise Federer |
  • November 6, 2020
Column: How Much Can You Really Trust Your Colleagues?

Trust is key to success in the workplace — but it takes a strong leader to build it.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • July 9, 2020
Hospital grapples with 'astronomical' PPE costs

Keeping employees motivated and focused is a key task for Sarasota Memorial Hospital CEO David Verinder.

  • Health Care
  • By Michele Stephan, Attorney with Maglio Christopher & Toale, P.A. |
  • July 24, 2020
Businesses Facing Coronavirus Related Insurance Claim Denials.

Businesses Facing Coronavirus Related Insurance Claim Denials.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
Sponsored Content
  • By RASM Commerical Real Estate Alliance |
  • December 19, 2019
Introducing CREA: The Commercial Real Estate Alliance of RASM

Introducing CREA: The Commercial Real Estate Alliance of RASM

  • Manatee-Sarasota
Sponsored Content
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  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 4, 2019
Job fulfillment awaiting Amazon center opening

Amazon fulfilment center to open near Southwest Florida Internaiona Airport in early 2019

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  • By Denise Federer |
  • November 15, 2019
Critical thinkers are critical to your success

There is good news: Critical thinking can be taught.

  • Opinion
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  • By Kevin McQuaid |
  • February 15, 2019
Market Spotlight: Sarasota.Manatee Retail Market

The Sarasota and Manatee retail submarket has enjoyed steady activity over the past four years, with shrinking occupancies and rising rental rates. At the same time, development has largely been limited to certain sectors and projects.

  • Commercial Real Estate
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  • By Emery Ellinger |
  • April 6, 2022
Family business transition can take unexpected turns

There are myriad factors to consider when looking at selling a family-run business.

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • January 27, 2017
Close quarters

Justin Land credits his karate training for managing stress during the financial crisis in 2008.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 3, 2017
Center stage

New businesses play a big role in a thriving economy. How will two startups handle the inevitable obstacles?

  • Entrepreneurs
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