Year: 2020

Thoughts on returning to a ‘new normal’ – preparing your facility

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As business leaders contemplate an eventual return to a “new normal,” one aspect is to prepare your physical facilities, and work environment, for the return of your team.  In planning and preparing for that eventuality, here are a few thoughts to consider in this “new normal.” SARS-CoV-2, the actual virus responsible for the disease, COVID-19, … Read more

ThreeBridge outlines security tips for your Zoom meetings

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Within the past few weeks, unique working conditions have led to significant spikes in the usage of the Zoom platform. More than 200 million daily meeting participants have utilized Zoom during the month of March, compared to the average 10 million daily users in December 2019. This increased traffic has exposed issues with user security … Read more

Support for the arts is at the heart of a stronger Tampa Bay

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The power of the arts helps economies thrive, connects individuals with each other across cultures and educates and enriches societies. On a global scale, the arts speak to us in a universal language, providing pathways to greater cultural understanding. Right here in Tampa Bay, arts and cultural programs support local initiatives and organizations that provide … Read more

TBBW Virtual Connect: CARES Act

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TBBW held a Virtual Connect with panelists discussing the CARES Act, understanding the Paycheck Protection Program and SBA loan eligibility requirements.

Panelists included:

Paul Rush, Attorney, Trenam Law

Brooke Mirenda, President and CEO, SEDCO

Jack Rybicki, Principal, CLA

Marianne Keehan, SVP, Regional Sales Manager, TD Bank

TBBW’s Virtual Connect Forum is designed to bring together individuals that hold strategic leadership positions in the Tampa Bay area. These events will provide an outlet for leaders to collaborate, discuss issues, exchange ideas and share insights, with an invitation-only audience.

This Virtual Connect was sponsored by Trenam Law, SEDCO, CLA and TD Bank.

DCE Productions is a Gold Sponsor and Video Production Partner of TBBW.

Tampa Bay area organizations harness technology to distinguish themselves in the mental health care field

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Despite rising societal awareness and understanding, in many rooms, mental health is still the elephant in the room. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, almost one in five American adults’ lives with a mental illness. Depression alone costs the U.S. economy $210.5 billion annually, according to the Center for Workplace Mental Health. For … Read more

Synapse Summit’s message

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Synapse Florida has a message to tell—one that has been building momentum throughout the Sunshine State, and certainly in downtown Tampa, where it resonated at Amalie Arena with passion during two days in mid-February. More than 7,000 entrepreneurs, innovators and community leaders convened at the nonprofit association’s third annual innovation summit to share and spread … Read more

One Liners Polk: Blackton, Heritage Plaza and more

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►The Heritage Plaza parking garage has opened to the public, providing 836 parking spaces, mostly reserved for use by the structure’s investors: the city of Lakeland, Lakeland Regional Health Systems, MidFlorida Credit Union and Aspyre Properties/BKP Five, but with 49 standard spaces and 10 spaces for disabled people to be available to members of the … Read more

One Liners Sarasota/Manatee: Allegiant Airlines, Sunz Insurance and more

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►Construction of the 6,300-square-foot Veterinary Medical Center, at 15205 Garnet Trail in Lakewood Ranch, has been completed. (Pictured above) ►Firmo Construction, in Sarasota, added new superintendent Andor Keresztes and promoted Stefan Baron, former business development director, to vice president of operations. ►The Brian and Sheila Jellison Family Foundation, in Sarasota, established by previous Roper Technologies … Read more

One Liners Hillsborough: Cogent Bank, Cott Corp. and more

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►Cogent Bank opened its new banking center at 1715 N. Westshore Blvd., Suite 150, Tampa. (Pictured above) ►Burr & Forman added Tampa-based associate Sadie Craig to the firm’s consumer finance group. ►Marcus & Millichap Capital, a provider of commercial real estate financing, arranged a $9.75 million conventional loan to acquire an 84-room Hampton Inn & … Read more