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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • April 13, 2025
Former AstraZeneca exec takes over as CEO of $660M Fort Myers lab firm

CEO transition began in January, and the company closed an acquisition earlier this month.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • April 8, 2024
Tampa real estate trust seeks more Wall Street respectability

Sila Realty Trust has begun the process to get listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 31, 2024
Law firm names three new Sarasota partners, one in Tampa

The law firm Shumaker has promoted six lawyers across four offices to partner roles.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • May 16, 2024
Tampa Downtown Partnership woos new CEO from Detroit organization

A champion for revitalization in Detroit says she looks forward to joining the "wave of positive momentum" in Tampa.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • December 12, 2024
Fort Myers entertainment company appoints new CEO

Sports broadcaster Matt Shepard has been named the new CEO of GameAbove Entertainment.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
  • By Christopher Nigro |
  • July 11, 2025
Speeding, Boating, and Geography? A Primer for New Laws Taking Effect July 1

With the start of the state's fiscal year, newly passed legislation takes effect. Learn more about some of the new laws that may affect your everyday life.

  • Williams Parker
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • April 3, 2024
Developers building $25M Lakeland industrial park

Construction on the park just off of I-4 on State Road 33 is expected to begin later this year.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • May 21, 2024
Canadian vegan burger chain plans 40 franchises in Florida

Odd Burger, the fast-food chain behind the Vopper, has signed a franchisee to open new restaurants in the state as part of an expansion into the U.S. that also includes Washington state.

  • Florida
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • October 1, 2024
Frontier to offer new nonstop flight at SRQ

The airline known for its low fares is offering nonstop service between Chicago and Sarasota.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • November 24, 2025
Benderson developing 52-acre mixed-use project in Sarasota County

The development featuring restaurants, retailers and experiences will be located in Wellen Park.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • November 28, 2025
National builder breaks ground on 807-bed student housing for USF

The Mark Tampa, at 2700 University Square Drive, will offer a mix of studios through five-bedroom floor plans when it opens in fall 2027.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Holtz Builders |
  • September 5, 2025
More Than Builders: Holtz's Role as a Trusted Partner in Luxury Real Estate Development

Holtz Builders has built its reputation on more than just quality craftsmanship-it’s earned the trust of developers, investors, and communities by being a collaborative partner in high-end real estate development.

  • Holtz Builders
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  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • November 10, 2025
Affordable housing complex opens in Ybor City

Casa Maceo Apartments is a 10-unit, multifamily complex located at 2104 E. Columbus Drive.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • April 24, 2026
Florida named second highest state for business bankruptcies

A new study by The Kaplan Group found that commercial bankruptcies are rising faster in Florida than in every state but Texas.

  • Florida
  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • February 2, 2026
USF College of Nursing receives $2M gift to fund scholarships

The money will help college graduates return to school to receive a second bachelor’s degree in nursing.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • February 10, 2026
Japanese 'hidden chef's counter' restaurant opening at UTC

Yugen will specialize in a traditional multi-course dining format.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • August 18, 2025
Multifamily permits down 23% nationally — but North Port, Cape Coral shine

The two Southwest Florida localities are bucking a national trend that's seen the number of permits to build apartment units drop fall since the pandemic.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • February 12, 2026
USF ranks among top 20 public universities for patent production

The University of South Florida placed 18th out of all U.S. public research universities for the 81 patents it produced in 2025.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • May 20, 2026
Boca Raton CPA firm acquires Tampa company

HBK CPAs and Consultants now serves six Florida markets after acquiring Tampa’s Brimmer, Burek and Keelan LLP.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 21, 2010
Turner lands $10 million job

Turner Tree and Landscape will do $10 million of work in Hillsborough.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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