Three years ago, Scott Sutek brought a new type of networking organization to the Tampa Bay area, Contractors, Closers and Connections. As co-founder, and managing principal, of Tampa’s Davis Tucker Group, a consulting firm in the construction space, Sutek is always on the lookout for innovations in the industry. CCC was first launched in 2019, … Read more
► The Point Distillery, in New Port Richey, has expanded its bottling lines and plans to add 20 to 25 new jobs to allow the company to take on more clients, obtain additional contracts and expand its reach throughout the country, and internationally. (Pictured above) ► Pasco County Animal Services received a $7,500 grant from … Read more
Steve Frey launched Oasis Corporate Housing during the financial collapse of 2008. By 2018, the company had $62 million in revenue and, by 2022, revenue jumped to $120 million. He is projecting to grow that number to $145 million, in 2023. Bridgette Bello, chief executive officer and publisher of Tampa Bay Business and Wealth, interviewed … Read more
Edward Valaitis, founder and managing partner of Edison Avenue, in Tampa, launched his book, Exit Like a Winner, in May of 2022. The book is now available as an audiobook, narrated by Valaitis and three professional voice actors. This book is designed to help business owners determine both when to sell, and how to sell, … Read more
Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate for the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, announced a $3.1 million investment to enhance mental health for children, teens, families and older adults. Ten nonprofit organizations, across the state, share in the investment, which support community-based programs and partnerships that will increase access to mental health services and … Read more
Giuseppe Greco immigrated from Santo Stefano, Quisquina, Sicily, to the United States in the late 1800s. Giuseppe’s son, Domenico, along with his wife, eventually established the King-Greco Hardware store in Ybor City. Domenico’s son, Dick Greco, would eventually spend his young years there, helping with the family business, before growing up to become mayor of … Read more
Shumaker Advisors, a government affairs firm, in Tampa, has added Amy C. Bisceglia, as principal, and Michelle A. Turman, as vice president. “Shumaker Advisors has experienced a surge in client growth, a testament to our dedication and proven track record in achieving results. Amy’s widespread state government experience and Michelle’s extensive nonprofit experience make them … Read more
The devastation and destruction caused by COVID-19 placed life, as we knew it, on hold. Human beings are social creatures, by nature, so being confined to quarantine-type living situations had the world practically bursting with anticipation to get out and enjoy the simple pleasures of life. Normal routines such as traveling, dining, attending sporting events, … Read more
Ellison Construction is preparing to build a new luxury home on the Davis Islands site once owned by Derek Jeter.
Project Dynamo has now completed two missions, bringing stranded Americans back United States soil. The first mission arrived from Israel, on Sunday, with evacuees who were unable to return home due to commercial flight cancellations. The State of Florida partnered with Project Dynamo, a Tampa-based veteran-led nonprofit, to bring nearly 300 evacuees back to the … Read more
