Now that more traditional networking is happening again, some of you—OK, some of us—have been out of practice when it comes to effectively networking. Because connections are key to our community of sharing in life, and business, it is important we get back in the groove as quickly, and confidently, as possible. Since there’s no … Read more
Cammie Chatterton established Bay Food Brokerage in 1993. The company has since grown to 43 employees and had revenue of $9.1 million in 2021, with projected revenue of $10 million to $11 million in 2022. As Chatterton prepares to take a (small) step back from her chief executive officer duties, the next generation—her only son, … Read more
Lisa Suprenand, chief executive officer of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Tampa Bay area, loves to stop by one of her company’s four houses for a casual visit. Out of her normal business suit, away from the paperwork of strategic planning, clad in jeans and sneakers, Suprenand relishes the chance to meet and … Read more
► The Epicurean Hotel, in Tampa, plans to undergo a $21 million expansion project, which will include 51 new guest rooms and suites, a private lobby, meeting space and rooftop terrace. (Rendering above) ► Vertisan, a Tampa-based technology company, named Chuck Palm its chief communications officer. ► Coastal Construction broke ground on the Arts and … Read more
This is an ongoing special section. Part 1 of the series includes three perspectives from different Tampa Bay area economic development organizations. More to follow. To get a snapshot of what is happening in the Tampa Bay region, Tampa Bay Business and Wealth is reaching out to as many economic development organizations as we can … Read more
Dan and Jeanine Johnson hosted a VIP Research Reception in support of American Cancer Society’s Tampa Cattle Baron’s Ball, presented by Benefytt. Guests heard from Dr. Florian Karreth, an ACS funded researcher, from Moffitt Cancer Center, who spoke about his research on melanoma. The 25th Annual Tampa Cattle Baron’s Ball will be held on September … Read more
Well, here we are … The year is already halfway “in the books” and, if you’re like most business owners and sales professionals, you likely fall into one of three categories: • You’re having a great year so far and you, and your team, are really making it happen. • You’re not where you’d like … Read more
Eventing Tampa Bay’s signature event, the “Mommy & Me High Tea” benefiting Redefining Refuge took was held at Armature Works. This charity fundraiser features interactive activities including cookie decorating, hair and makeup stations, a live auction, shopping, a fashion show by Dillard’s at International Mall and princess performances. Photos by Tacy Briggs Photography [image_slider_no_space on_click=”prettyphoto” … Read more
John Graydon Smith began as president and chief executive officer of Tampa’s Museum of Science and Industry, also known as MOSI, in April 2022. He relocated to Tampa from the Reading, Pennsylvania area where, since 2010, he served as director and CEO of the Reading Public Museum, Arboretum and Neag Planetarium. Smith arrived to Reading … Read more
Previously, we’ve explored various key performance indicators and their respective value as tools for effectively managing your business and increasing profits. Today, we’ll review those KPIs and leave you with some next steps for using them. In the initial article for this series, we began with the importance of having a strategic plan. It’s important … Read more
