ServisFirst Bank adds Tampa veteran banker as senior vice president

ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NASDAQ: SFBS), has named Irene G.M. Ferguson to ServisFirst Bank Tampa as senior vice president, commercial banking. In this role, she is responsible for serving middle-market companies in the Tampa Bay region. “We are pleased to have Irene, a long-time, experienced Tampa Bay banker join our team,” said … Read more

Buddy Brew Coffee presents donation check to onbikes

Buddy Brew Coffee co-founders, Dave and Susan Ward, presented a donation check for $6,435 to onbikes. The donation represents proceeds from two annual coffee collaborations, Joy Ride Roast, which comes out late fall, and Shipwreck Roast, which comes out each spring. “We love onbikes because their mission is so simple, yet so profound,” said Dave … Read more

Common fraud trends: How you can identify, avoid and report

By Roxanne Chance-Chin, Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Officer and Fraud Investigations Manager, The Bank of Tampa Unfortunately, fraud is on the rise. In addition to existing schemes, fraudsters are using the health and economic uncertainties presented by COVID-19 to perpetrate fraud. As a consumer and/or business owner it’s important to be mindful of fraud trends … Read more

Asset preservation – AKA asset protection – what is it and why should you do it?

By Harry Teichman, Attorney at Older, Lundy Alvarez & Koch Your 15-year-old grabs your keys and takes your car out for a spin.  She drives through the side of the neighbor’s house on the way home and does $250,000 worth of damage.  She has no license, and it’s the 5th time she’s done it, your … Read more

Virtual Connect: The Radical CHRO Series Part 1 (FULL VIDEO)

Stop assuming, start listening.

If you want to understand what’s really going on, try listening to your employees.

Presented by KnowBe4

Panelists:

Jennifer Currence, HR & Leadership Trainer

Kelli Houdek, Director of Human Resources, MADICO

Erika Lance, SVP of People Operations, KnowBe4

Danielle Oliva, VP of Human Resources, Franklin Street

 

 

Tour Aquila Yacht’s new 70-foot luxury catamaran (PHOTOS)

Aquila Yacht’s new 70-foot luxury catamarans exquisite lines, innovative technology and luxurious detail define this dazzling custom-configured yacht. Expansive fore and aft decks and an expanded flybridge provide ample space for sunning, fishing, dining and basking in the glow of sunsets. Natural light streams through panoramic windows to fill interior spaces. Design your ideal salon, … Read more

A look ahead: Florida’s industries and markets

By Chris Dhanraj, managing principal of investments, CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors We made it through 2020 and businesses are looking toward a post-pandemic world with cautious optimism. We are frequently asked what trends to watch across both national and state business landscapes. Here are three of them. How have Florida businesses fared in the pandemic? Compared … Read more

RSA Consulting CEO begins Steps for Session Challenge to raise money for Southeastern Guide Dogs

Ron Pierce, CEO of RSA Consulting, in Tampa, started a new philanthropic program, Steps for Session Challenge, to walk the distance from Tampa to Tallahassee and back during Florida’s 60-day legislative session. The 556-mile challenge commenced on the opening day of the Florida legislative session and will benefit Southeastern Guide Dogs, an organization that provides … Read more

Expiration of the PPP program is drawing near: FAQs about Rounds 1, 2 & 3

By Drew Limsky, editor-in-chief, South Florida Business and Wealth OVERVIEW Round 1, as part of the 2.2 trillion CARES Act signed by President Trump in March 2020, came with lots of frustrations—and inequities. Some wealthy companies that got PPP checks had to be shamed into returning them, but lots of distressed businesses received money fairly … Read more