Molly James named CEO of the Metropolitan Ministries Foundation
Molly James has been named as the new chief executive officer of the Metropolitan Ministries Foundation, a separate 501c3 of Metropolitan Ministries. James was selected by the Metropolitan Ministries Foundation Board of Directors, succeeding Reverend Morris E. Hintzman who served as the Foundation’s president for the last several years, prior to his retirement, according to
Kahwa Coffee releases Taylor Swift inspired beverages to celebrate her Tampa performances
Tampa has Taylor Swift fever this week, as she begins her three-concert lineup. To celebrate, St. Petersburg-based Kahwa Coffee has released two new beverages inspired by the artist, leading up to her Eras tour in Tampa. The first drink is called Midnight Rain and is described as a sweet coffee beverage that features blueberry syrup
Midtown Tampa adds four new tenants (PHOTOS)
Midtown Tampa has added four new tenants to its multi-use property. The new additions include Brilliant Earth, a jewelry retailer, Tipsy Salonbar, a salon offering manicures and pedicures along with other salon services, Core Reform, a fitness studio, and Ballard Designs, a furniture retailer. In addition, Sunda, an Asian dining offering, plans to open in
The Bolts of Boulon Brasserie on Water Street (PHOTOS)
Let’s talk about the ghost town that turned into a cosmopolitan, mini-Manhattan, mecca now known as Water Street Tampa. Jeff Vinik, owner of Tampa Bay Lighting, and Cascade Investments, headed by Bill Gates, are the driving forces behind Strategic Property Partners and the vision for this metropolis. Early in the planning phase, Next Level Brands
From spinning records to turning deals
By 15 years old, Jorge Brea had already won a contest that led to him having one of his songs released commercially, via vinyl. It was a remix of an original song by an artist named DJ 43, entitled “No Tears.” There’s a distinction, he makes. He was making music, not “playing” music. Brea began
The Cake Girl finds sweet success in Tampa Bay with gourmet cakes (PHOTOS)
Kristina Lavallee, also known as “The Cake Girl,” went viral on social media for designing Tom Brady’s 45th birthday cake, in the shape of a goat. Her business, which started off as a side hustle, in 2008, with Kristina and her husband, Kirby, selling cakes at markets and festivals has turned into a permanent storefront
Scenes from CEO Connect with Lisa Holland (PHOTOS)(VIDEO)
Tampa Bay Business and Wealth held its March CEO Connect with Lisa Holland, chief executive officer and president of Sheltair, in Tampa. Presenting sponsors included nPerspective, Southstate and Windsor Capital. Bridgette Bello, CEO and publisher of TBBW, interviewed Holland in front of a sold-out live audience at Sheltair. You can read Holland’s cover story here.
AdventHealth Foundation West Florida promotes McKenzie Doll to Hillsborough executive director
McKenzie Doll has been named Hillsborough Executive Director for AdventHealth Foundation West Florida. Doll will lead philanthropic efforts supporting AdventHealth’s Tampa, Carrollwood and Connerton hospitals, in this new role. She previously was a philanthropy officer for the organization. Before that, she worked with the American Heart Association. “I’m thrilled for this opportunity to grow with
Dimmitt Chevrolet is now operating 100 percent solar (PHOTOS)
Dimmitt Chevrolet, in Clearwater, has converted its entire 13-acre facility to operating, fully on solar power. The yearlong project was completed in December, and has now undergone a commissioning process with Duke Energy that allowed connection to the grid and its network, according to a statement. “When considering the positive impact on the environment and
Feeding Tampa Bay adds Cammie Chatterton to board
Cammie Chatterton, chief executive officer, president and owner of Bay Food Brokerage, has joined the board of directors of Feeding Tampa Bay. “Feeding Tampa Bay does tremendous work in the Tampa Bay community to lift up those who need a helping hand, when it comes to food insecurity,” said Chatterton, in a statement. “Having been
Symphonic partners with Boston-based technology company
Symphonic, based in Tampa, has announced an official partnership with Boston-based virtual and physical tech company Formless. In this partnership, Symphonic will be able to share Formless’ Share Protocol, an engine for Web3 applications and digital content streaming services. As an alternative to traditional streaming services, like Spotify and Apple Music, artists using the technology
Scenes from TBBW’s VIP reception for the 2023 Tampa Bay Business Women Awards finalists (PHOTOS)
Tampa Bay Business and Wealth held its VIP reception for the finalists of the 2023 Tampa Bay Business Women Awards. The CI Group, in Tampa, was the host sponsor for the evening. Presenting sponsors for the awards include TD Bank and Morgan Auto Group. Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco is the nonprofit
