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  • By Laura Lyon |
  • July 12, 2024
Fort Myers firm aids police with unsolved crime playing cards

A Fort Myers marketing and public relations firm has had a big — but mostly behind the scenes — role in helping law enforcement agencies solve open investigations.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • October 24, 2024
Google listing: South Tampa Aldi to open on Halloween

Although the company won't verify when its doors will open, the grocer's Google listing says opening day is set for Oct. 31.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • November 16, 2024
Report: Southwest Florida, Tampa among top office markets nationally

A new report finds that Florida’s office sector remains strong despite continuing challenges nationwide.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 11, 2025
Sarasota Memorial breaks ground on $507M North Port hospital

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System's new south county hospital will open with 100 beds and can be expanded to 400.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • July 19, 2023
130 jobs cut as Plant City tomato producer shuts farm operations

The job cuts hit Plant City, Manatee and Immokalee as Santa Sweets ceases U.S. farming operations because of competition.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • December 16, 2025
See the Tropicana Field renovations from the inside

Work on repairing the ballpark is ongoing with the goal of being ready for the home opener in April.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • March 24, 2010
Letters to the Editor

Here's what our readers have to say about the latest Gulf Coast issues.

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  • June 17, 2011
In Remembrance

Carl Cronan worked more than 25 years as a reporter, and spent his last year at the Review. The award-winning writer will be remembered for his laid-back nature, sense of humor and work ethic.

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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • October 25, 2019
Smart spaces: Tech firm unlocks hidden value in public venues

Tampa-based Venuetize has created a multifaceted mobile platform that helps venue operators learn, in great detail, how customers experience their spaces and events.

  • Technology
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  • By James R. |
  • May 30, 2014
How to Build a Powerful Brand

Five key drivers to assure consistently strong brands.

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  • By Traci McMillan Beach |
  • October 17, 2014
Economic forecast

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  • By Steven Benna |
  • July 25, 2022
Transactions: July 12-18

Tampa warehouse sale for nearly $30 million highlights this week's transactions.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 13, 2006
Out of the Purse

Kristy Sobel sells more than handbags at her startup, LaNeige Purse. 'I want LaNeige to become a life link to other people ... We're all given that one opportunity to save others."

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 17, 2013
Fit to grow

A father-son business partnership started small, but has since found its stride. They have ambitious growth targets.

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • July 20, 2012
Schweet!

Benjamin Fleischer is on a mission to sell a healthier sweetener. Pyure Brands became profitable last year.

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  • By Jean Gruss |
  • August 31, 2012
Comfy Profits

David Jennings retired to Fort Myers after building a successful manufacturing operation. Now, he's at it again with a mission.

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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • January 1, 2021
Economic Forecast: Head of leading residential real estate firm bullish on 2021

The coming year looks to be a big one for Smith & Associates because the bulk of its business comes from high-end, luxury condos — a class that has boomed recently and shows no signs of slowing down.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • March 31, 2017
Jump Right In

An opportunistic and entrepreneurial company survived some early rough spots. It helps to have grit and an all-out customer-first focus.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 13, 2017
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President/Owner, Hydro-Dyne Engineering

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  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • December 1, 2017
Force is Strong

Bruce Schlee is building his beverage company by focusing on a key demographic — members of the military — and their need for energy.

  • Entrepreneurs
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