On the Scene: Florida Chapter CEOs Against Cancer (PHOTOS)

The American Cancer Society held a reception for Karen Knudsen, at Raymond James Stadium. Knudsen was named chief executive officer for the organization and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, in April 2021. She made history for the organization as the first women CEO to hold the position. [image_slider_no_space on_click=”prettyphoto” height=”300″ images=”14769,14768,14767,14766,14765,14764″]

One Liners Hillsborough: Tampa Bay Lightning, Tampa International Airport and more

► Tampa Bay Lightning and Fast launched Fast Checkout, a new, in-arena, fan experience that uses QR codes to allow consumers to find, and buy, Lightning merchandise with one click without the hassle of navigating through multiple sites and online payment fields. (Pictured above) ►Tampa International Airport debuted Blue Express Curbsides, dedicated exclusively for passengers … Read more

Two leaders from Valspar share lessons learned from 2021 and what’s to come in 2022

The Valspar Championship, Tampa Bay’s PGA TOUR event, is a major economic driver to the region and generates millions in charitable contributions every year. The tournament’s charitable initiatives come through the sponsoring organization, Copperhead Charities. Copperhead Charities has generated nearly $47 million for charity since 1977, through the sponsorship of professional golf tournaments in the … Read more

Influx of resident, affordability impacts Florida market

By Brandy McAdams, a principal with NAI Skyway National Partners  The current Florida and Tampa commercial and retail real estate climate remain dramatically different from what many other sections of the country are experiencing, starting with a 20-30% increase in year-to-year retail sales and vacancy rates consistently dropping below the 10% level across the board. … Read more