On the Scene: NECA and IBEW donates masks, gowns and supplies

The Florida West Coast Chapter of National Electrical Contractors Association and the IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) Local Union No. 915 held a donation presentation with Mayor Jane Castor. NECA and IBEW donated 1,000 reusable, MERV-13 filtered face masks, 100 isolation gowns and 1,000 packs of sanitizing wipes to the City of Tampa for

Shumaker Advisors talks about leading in a crisis

Navigating the coronavirus’ challenges underscores the importance of quality information, guidance and direction in making responsible and effective business decisions. A strong ethos of community service enables Shumaker Advisors Florida to deliver on all these elements, demonstrating how strong government and business relationships facilitate solving complex problems. “In every crisis or emergency, there’s opportunity,” says

Geoff Dyer is ‘Crunch’-ing business goals

By mid-April, top Crunch Fitness franchisee Geoff Dyer was, like millions of other people nationwide, pining for gym life. He could picture it: The walk through the Crunch Fitness doorway, into a room with the latest updated equipment, Tampa Bay members working out alongside each other. A community of sweat and support with no coronavirus

Coronavirus is contagious, but so is compassion

As the economy grounded to a halt, many food-orientated businesses pivoted toward community service. Finding ways to feed hospital staff, people who lost their jobs and kids who suddenly couldn’t count on meals at school, all while offering take-out and delivery to keep some crucial cash coming in. Catering by the Family, in Tampa, was