A night at the zoo with Danny Persaud (PHOTOS)

He’s a man that has perfected the art of “The Long Game.” When he’s not occupied with running MidFlorida Armored and ATM Services, based in Tampa, as chief executive officer, Danny Persaud has his hands in one of his many other business ventures, or he’s thinking up inventions or renovating a hemp farm. A few … Read more

Food: The crisis within the crisis

It’s a lesson in kindness and withholding judgment. One day, it’s writing the checks to support an organization but, then, another day down the road, finding yourself in need of that organization’s help. Thomas Mantz, chief executive officer of Feeding Tampa Bay, takes great pride in speaking of what the organization was able to accomplish … Read more

20 Questions with Mike Sutton

Mike Sutton has served at Habitat for Humanity since March 2014. As CEO of a $25 million nonprofit organization, he provides leadership and oversees the continued delivery of Habitat for Humanity’s mission of partnering with people in need to build and renovate decent, affordable housing in Pinellas and west Pasco counties. His passion for serving … Read more

One Liners Pinellas: HMC Hospitality Group, Raymond James Financial and more

► Sweetgreen, a Los Angeles-based fast-casual restaurant, signed a lease, at 1114 Central Ave., in St. Petersburg’s Edge District. ► St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch appointed several members to run his team including Stephanie Owens as deputy mayor and chief of policy, Janelle Irwin Taylor as communications director, Tom Greene as interim city administrator and … Read more

Regional Leaders Luncheon to End Overdose to bring together local leaders to fight Tampa Bay’s opioid crisis

Live Tampa Bay, formerly known as Project Opioid Tampa Bay, will hold its Regional Leaders Luncheon to End Overdose on March 24, at the Hilton Carillon Park. The Regional Leaders Luncheon to End Overdoses is Live Tampa Bay’s inaugural luncheon, with the goal of raising awareness of the opioid and overdose epidemics and their threats … Read more

Scenes from TBBW’s Tech Connect (PHOTOS)

Tampa Bay Business and Wealth held a Tech Connect panel discussion at Five Labs, in Tampa. The event was presented by SME Solutions Group, PSCU and Source 1 Solutions. A group of data and IT professionals shared their experiences, insights and challenges around digital transformation, data enablement and data privacy. Christopher J. Moyer Sr., president … Read more

Valspar Championship Week kicks off with Veterans Pro-Celebrity-Am (PHOTOS)

Valspar Championship Week kicked off with the Carol Martin Salute to Our Veterans Pro-Celebrity-Am, presented by Amerilife. A total of 27 groups, each with a pro and a celebrity, competed. The first-place team, with a net score of 54, was led by pro Jim Herman with LPGA great Jan Stephenson serving as the celebrity and … Read more

Traveling exhibit honoring nation’s fallen military opens in Tampa

Remembering Our Fallen, a photographic war memorial that honors the United States military that were killed in the global war on terror, from September 11, 2001, to August 30, 2021, is currently on display at the Tampa Riverwalk. Hosted by the CRISP (Commitment, Respect, Integrity, Service, Pride) organization, the emotional exhibit will be staged at … Read more

Tips for closing a business deal on the golf course

By Jordan Fuller  Think of closing deals and having business meetings and it’s likely your mind goes straight to the conference room. But the golf course is well-known for being like an outdoor boardroom, where business deals in all industries are discussed and made. If you aren’t a golfer, learning how to play can give … Read more