► Proforma, a Tampa-based printer and distributor of promotional products, along with partners at its leadership development event, assembled and packed 180 backpacks filled with school supplies worth more than $10,000. (Pictured above) ► Tampa General Hospital promoted Steve Harris to senior vice president of payor and government affairs. ► Katherine Frazier, a shareholder with … Read more
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Estero Bay are situated within 500 acres of land adjacent to Florida’s oldest aquatic preserve for which they are so named, Estero Bay. Now under construction, two towers will rise 22 stories. The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Estero Bay will overlook water views and the Saltleaf Marina. Starting at $3 million, residences range from … Read more
Contributed by Graham Wetzbarger I recently found myself in Sarasota, on a quest to learn more about a young handbag brand called BSWANKY. I had met designer Gretchen Bauer a couple of months prior over a couple of Aperol spritz. She was carrying one of her kaleidoscopic handbag creations and espousing her excitement over how … Read more
If you’re a football fan, we sincerely hope that your favorite team – National Football League, college, high school, etc. – is off to a good start to the season. Similarly, we also hope your year-to-date sales projections, revenue goals and business plans are on track to meet, or exceed, your expectations. But, if you … Read more
The Abbracci Collection Drop earrings: 1.45 ctw A LINK diamond flower drop earrings in 18K yellow gold from the Abbracci Collection. Lattice hoop earrings: 3.45 ctw inside outside lattice diamond hoop earrings in 18K yellow gold by A LINK. Bracelet: 8.00 ctw A LINK three row diamond wrap bracelet in 18K yellow gold from the … Read more
Address: 5005 Gulf of Mexico Drive 3, Longboat Key List price: $12 million Specs: 5 bedrooms | 7 bathrooms | 4,638 square feet This beachfront residence was completed in 2020 and comes fully furnished. Built by Eason Home Builders, this home blends modern innovation with West Indies-inspired architecture. Designer furnishings, smart-home conveniences and striking light … Read more
It’s been a busy few years for the owners of Kahwa Coffee. When Raphael and Sarah Perrier, owners of the St. Petersburg-based coffee company, aren’t releasing unique collaborations or limited-edition blends, they’re expanding in real estate with the opening of new locations throughout the Tampa Bay area, thanks to its relatively new model of franchising. … Read more
McCoy Studio Art Gallery will present a collection of Michael McCoy’s original abstract photographs on October 14, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Each of McCoy’s photographs is printed on metal by artisans at Graphic Studio, in Italy. The Observations of Creation exhibition is free and open to the public. The gallery is located in … Read more
Blake Casper, an alumnus of Jesuit High School, has donated $1 million to the school to support its campus master plan. “When you look at what Blake has done for our Tampa community, with the creation of unique concepts such as Oxford Exchange and The Stovall House, it’s clear he is a true visionary,” said … Read more
Scott K. Edinger, based in Tampa, has written three books and more than a hundred articles in Forbes and Harvard Business Review, among other publications. Edinger has worked with chief executive officers and senior leaders to develop pragmatic strategies and execute approaches to drive top and bottom-line results. His latest book, “The Growth Leader: Strategies … Read more
