Year: 2020

American Cancer Society, Superior Group and more in this week’s ‘Tell Me Something Good’

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This is not a story about what could have been done better, but what is being done right. And you can find what’s being done right by looking to local businesses.

The support and love that lives in the Tampa Bay community is overwhelming. We are blessed to live in a community where people truly want to help, and support, one another. And we at TBBW LOVE to hear, and share, these stories. Keep sharing, keep caring. The feedback from the region has been nothing short of amazing! People are reading, and are ingesting, the positive news: with a sigh of relief.

We are in this together!

We will continue to bring you these “round-ups” of what is being done right here in Tampa Bay!

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Of sand & surf, fairways & greens

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With about two-thirds of the planet covered by ocean currents, it’s only logical that many of the world’s best golf courses are situated seaside. Luckily for Tampa Bay area residents, 45 holes of golf’s dreamiest Caribbean treasures are close by, alongside the Dominican Republic’s east coast at Puntacana Resort & Club. Here, small-ball enthusiasts find … Read more

Opinion: The invisible threat of domestic violence continues, even during a pandemic

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Much of our attention, as Americans, has been focused on the effects of the current crisis related to our finances and health. Millions are adjusting to being suddenly unemployed, working from home and adhering to shelter in place orders. Wage loss, job insecurity and lack of access to resources plague our communities with worry and … Read more

Executives in the Tampa Bay area share their silver linings found during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Crisis often acts as a crucible, compelling a reexamination of purpose. In his work as president of Sparxoo, a digital marketing agency in Tampa working with companies across a variety of industries, Rob Kane has observed a consistent, positive trend in reaction to the current situation. “We’ve stopped glamorizing, or glorifying, being busy. Everyone was … Read more

TBBW’s Virtual Connect Series: Supporting our Furloughed or Laid Off Employees

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Tampa Bay Business & Wealth’s Virtual Connect series was created to bring our readers together to hear panels that can help them with various business endeavors during the COVID-19 crisis.

Bridgette Bello, publisher and CEO of TBBW, moderated the panel via Zoom.

PANELISTS

Jessica Muroff, CEO, United Way Suncoast

David Pizzo, Market President, Florida Blue

Michael Ramsey, Dean of Workforce Development, St. Petersburg College Workforce Institute

Kozuba & Sons, United Way Suncoast and more in this week’s ‘Tell Me Something Good’ round up

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This is not a story about what could have been done better, but what is being done right. And you can find what’s being done right by looking to local businesses.

 

The support and love that lives in the Tampa Bay community is overwhelming. We are blessed to live in a community where people truly want to help, and support, one another. And we at TBBW LOVE to hear, and share, these stories. Keep sharing, keep caring. The feedback from the region has been nothing short of amazing!  People are reading, and are ingesting, the positive news: with a sigh of relief.

We are in this together!

We will continue to bring you these “round-ups” of what is being done right here in Tampa Bay!

Read more

Rising up to challenges with architect Bob Hall

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From an early age, Bob Hall was happiest “making stuff.” The son of a sheet-metal worker and a schoolteacher, Hall admits he always gravitated toward the creative. “My mom was artistic and poetic, and my dad was great with building things. We always had a garage full of tools and building materials. I took a … Read more