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By Beth Luberecki
June 2, 2023

Naples storm window manufacturer embraces winds of change

A major innovation launched Advanced Hurricane Technology. That creative spirit rolls on as the family business grows under its second generation.

By Beth Luberecki
May 19, 2023

Strategy shift pays off for locally based homebuilder

No longer one of the little guys, Fort Myers-based Christopher Alan Homes — a $142M business — keeps expanding in Southwest Florida and statewide.

By Beth Luberecki
May 10, 2023

Naples entrepreneur inks high-growth deals

David Ogden has purchased two local printing businesses in the last two years — and he’s looking for more.

By Beth Luberecki
May 4, 2023

2023 Top Entrepreneur: Jen Whyte, co-founder of Fort Myers Brewing Co., Fort Myers

Jen Whyte has turned Fort Myers Brewing Co. from a sudsy side hustle into a much-loved local beer maker.

By Beth Luberecki
April 15, 2023

Real estate tech firm sees big potential in deep data dives

Cape Coral-based My Undercover Agent serves as Realtors’ hyperlocal expert and lets them focus on helping customers buy and sell.

By Beth Luberecki
March 19, 2023

Travel agency emerges from pandemic stronger than ever

Preferred Travel of Naples was able to move quickly when the world started traveling again, thanks to some smart and shrewd decisions made during the pandemic.

By Beth Luberecki
March 9, 2023

Emphasis on estate-planning services drives revenue surge at Naples law firm

Quarles & Brady has seen a sizable post-pandemic influx of wealth into the area.

By Beth Luberecki
March 7, 2023

Plumbing pro takes high-tech, professional approach to essential service

After going through two prior incarnations of his plumbing company, entrepreneur John Verhof has hit on a concept built for the long haul.

By Beth Luberecki
March 3, 2023

Excitement builds for arrival of beloved Boston restaurant chain

Kelly’s Roast Beef has opened its first location outside of New England in Florida. Several more are on the way.

By Beth Luberecki
February 10, 2023

How to create top-notch mission statements

Forget the jargon and fluff, and be direct and descriptive.

By Beth Luberecki
October 18, 2022

Couple uses poultry power to quickly grow SWFL eatery franchise territory

Couple, facing obstacles from labor to site location, aims to take a big bite out of the fast casual chicken restaurant sector..

Naples storm window manufacturer embraces winds of change

Strategy shift pays off for locally based homebuilder

Naples entrepreneur inks high-growth deals

2023 Top Entrepreneur: Jen Whyte, co-founder of Fort Myers Brewing Co., Fort Myers

Real estate tech firm sees big potential in deep data dives

Travel agency emerges from pandemic stronger than ever

Emphasis on estate-planning services drives revenue surge at Naples law firm

Plumbing pro takes high-tech, professional approach to essential service

Excitement builds for arrival of beloved Boston restaurant chain

How to create top-notch mission statements

Couple uses poultry power to quickly grow SWFL eatery franchise territory

40-year banking industry veteran promoted to senior position in Sarasota

Tampa-based global law firm names new chair, CEO

High-tech medical device company names new CFO

$12.5 million in county funding to four Pinellas affordable housing projects

Community bank adds SBA lending unit

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