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On the Scene: Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and Pasco celebrates home dedication of 2023 CEO Build (PHOTOS)

This home dedication was made extra special when Alex Diaz turned to Christina Gonzales during his speech and proposed.

April 25, 2023 | Jo-Lynn Brown

The Diaz-Gonzales family earned the keys to their brand-new Habitat Home, located in Lealman, Monday morning.

This home was sponsored by Habitat’s 2023 CEO Build, which included 55 CEOs who represent brands and businesses known on a local and national level. These business leaders raised over $160,000 for the home.

The CEOs participated in three build days with activities that included framing, insulation and exterior painting.

This home dedication was made extra special when Alex Diaz turned to Christina Gonzales during his speech and proposed.

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Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco kicks off CEO Build week

Meet the CEO builders: Here are the CEOs participating in the 2023 Habitat for Humanity Pinellas and West Pasco CEO Build (PHOTOS)

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Peak Surf Park secures land in Pasco County, eyes 2027 opening (RENDERINGS)

November 19, 2024 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Peak Surf Park, a surf-focused attraction planned for Tampa Bay, has secured a 35-acre site within the Two Rivers development, in Pasco County. The park, which is set for completion

Fitz and The Tantrums to headline OnBikes’ Winter Wonder Ride

November 15, 2024 | Jo-Lynn Brown

OnBikes, a Tampa nonprofit dedicated to providing bikes for kids in need, announced that Fitz and The Tantrums will headline its 13th Annual Winter Wonder Ride on Saturday, Dec. 14,

ServisFirst Bank names new market president for West Central Florida

November 13, 2024 | Jo-Lynn Brown

ServisFirst Bank has appointed Brent Dykstra as market president for West Central Florida. Dykstra, a banking professional with more than 22 years of experience in the Sarasota and Venice markets,

Aviation Authority Board votes on new TPA CEO

November 12, 2024 | David Krakow

The board made the announcement in a board meeting Tuesday.

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American Integrity Insurance donates $100,000 to Metropolitan Ministries at Gratitude Gathering

November 18, 2024 | Jo-Lynn Brown

American Integrity Insurance announced a $100,000 donation to Metropolitan Ministries, during its Gratitude Gathering event on Friday. The donation will sponsor 1,000 collection barrels, across the region, gathering essential food

Tampa Bay Charities Guide 2024: Here’s how you can support local giving this season

November 12, 2024 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Every year, the team at Tampa Bay Business and Wealth gathers for an afternoon and plans what they think the next year of issues will look like. From who will

Visit Tampa Bay appoints new chair

November 11, 2024 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Evette Torres, of Schulte Hospitality Group, has been named the new chair of Visit Tampa Bay’s Board of Directors, succeeding Ray Mathews of State Farm. Torres, appointed during Visit Tampa

Medical Technology Associates expands with major acquisition in the Northeast

November 6, 2024 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Medical Technology Associates, a health care testing and certification company in Pinellas Park, has expanded its footprint by acquiring Major Medical Hospital Services, a medical gas service provider based in