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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • March 23, 2018
Insurance company looks for edge in hiring new salespeople

An insurance company believes it has an edge in the constant battle to outdo — and outsell — the competition.

  • Strategies
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  • By Grier Ferguson |
  • September 29, 2017
Proof is in the pastry

A gluten-free brand is working its products into stores nationwide with the help of a gung-ho top executive.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 2, 2013
Corporate Report: Nov. 29

A roundup of the top corporate news of the week.

  • Strategies
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  • By Steven Benna |
  • May 27, 2016
Corporate report

Raymond James fined $17 million; Hospital system adds executive position; New Tervis president continues family legacy; Nationally recognized homebuilder reports steady sales; Behavioral health nonprofit appoints CEO; Airport official wins industry honor

  • Strategies
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  • By Steven Benna |
  • May 19, 2025
The week's top commercial real estate transactions in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota

A $70 million multifamily complex deal in Polk County paces the week in transactions.

  • Transactions
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • May 7, 2025
L.L. Bean opens 17K-square-foot store at UTC, first in Florida

The retailer specializing in outdoor gear is making its entry into the Southeast with its new store.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Kristen Lessig-Schenerlein, Hannah McGowan |
  • March 6, 2025
Navigating a whitewater world: Leadership in uncertain times

Adaptability and resilience are two important skills when handling constant disruption.

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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • October 1, 2024
Ritz-Carlton adds alfresco restaurant in Sarasota

Rufa features cocktails and tapas plus extensive wine and tequila menus.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • June 29, 2007
Still Booming

New shopping centers, hotels and office buildings are in the plans as the Tampa Bay region continues to see low vacancy rates, growing rental rates and steady demand.

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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 10, 2006
Their Own Agenda

The legislative priorities of small businesses don't mirror those of Florida's big corporations.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • May 20, 2005
Masterful Planner

To developer and 2005 Entrepreneur of the Year Patrick Neal, revenue figures, development and politics are the equivalent of baseball to a Red Sox fan.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 15, 2004
Real Estate Briefs (Sara/Mana edition)

This week's items: Partnership to construct office building behind MEAChurchills site developers reduce project height Sarasota credit union plans North Port branchMarquee en Ville developer applies for 1301 Main St.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Jay Brady |
  • May 6, 2011
Tampa's Table Setter

New Mayor Bob Buckhorn, a Democrat, won his seat handily with business community support. He plans to keep it with an agenda focused on permitting and regulatory reform, and shrinking government.

  • Florida
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  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 15, 2023
Sarasota County reinstates full EDC funding — for now

With new leadership and a new board, county commissioners decided to give the EDC one year to prove itself.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • January 6, 2023
New year, same Rays: Tampa baseball team's search for a new home continues

The team's president says the focus is keeping the Rays in Tampa Bay.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • February 9, 2007
Two views of Coast bank fallout

Tramm Hudson and State Senator Mike Bennett present their contrasting opinions on Coast Bank's future.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • May 21, 2007
Tax the Builders (again)

Lee and Collier elected officials mull new taxes on builders even as the economy slows. Their mission is to fix the latest social crisis: lack of affordable housing.

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • February 18, 2005
Real Estate Briefs (Tampa edition)

Tampa office building use not expected to changeCalifornia group buys Dale Mabry centerClearwater Beach motel to be converted into condosCB Richard Ellis expects good yearMcClure Moorings buys townhomes

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 17, 2006
Real Estate Briefs (Sara/Mana)

MK Equity acquires Bradenton apartments for $55 millionTarget building University super locationInvestors buy Cortez Road office buildingDeveloper permits Office building

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 7, 2010
A Sales Hug

An Amish furniture entrepreneur hopes he has the solution to flat sales. He is using a unique approach to marketing based on passion.

  • Entrepreneurs
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