In a partnership between Pinellas County Schools and the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg, the Speer YMCA opened at 495 62nd Avenue Northeast. The 75,000 sq.-ft. facility is adjacent to Mangrove Bay Middle School, with many facilities being shared between the school and the YMCA. Highlights at the new YMCA include a full aquatics center … Read more
By Elizabeth Shauger, CPA, Mauldin & Jenkins Are you acquiring or selling a business? Buying or selling a business has a lot of moving parts. Although there are many complex types of mergers and acquisitions, the stock or asset sale are among the most straightforward. There are advantages and disadvantages to both an asset sale … Read more
Situated along the serene shores of the Gulf Coast, St. Petersburg, stands as one of the most picturesque cities in the United States. Renowned for its coastal charm, St. Petersburg boasts pristine sandy beaches, vibrant parks, and a host of unique locations cherished by both residents and visitors alike. For those eager to uncover the … Read more
The journey of Rooster & the Till began modestly, with its origins as a 37-seat restaurant nestled in the burgeoning neighborhood of Seminole Heights, a stone’s throw from downtown Tampa. A decade has, since, passed and the landscape in that neighborhood has transformed remarkably. Today, Proper House Group, the visionary entity behind Rooster & the … Read more
The United States is said to be a “consumer nation.” This means that the country’s demand for goods exceeds the creation of said goods. We need more things than we make, which means those needed items are made somewhere else and need to be shipped to us. That’s a commerce lesson better suited for high … Read more
Enriquez Estate Wines showcased their portfolio of wines at Toast Tampa, a two-night wine experience, held at the Tampa Club. This all-inclusive event brought together enthusiasts for an unforgettable experience of wine, entertainment and camaraderie, all in support of Quest, Inc.’s mission to empower individuals with developmental disabilities to lead fulfilling lives.
Ryan Companies US has completed Feeding Tampa Bay’s new headquarters, a 210,000-square-foot industrial, distribution and office facility dedicated to supplying meals for millions of families facing food insecurity in West Central Florida. The headquarters is expected to open in May and will allow Feeding Tampa Bay to provide more meals and additional services that will … Read more
The Tampa Bay Economic Development Council, the lead designated economic development agency for Hillsborough County and the cities of Tampa, Temple Terrace and Plant City, has named Kacie Blucher as chief financial officer. Blucher has more than eight years of nonprofit industry experience, most recently, serving as vice president of administration and finance with the … Read more
Source 1 Solutions has added two new executives to its team, based in Clearwater. Richard Montefusco has been named president and chief revenue officer. Rebekah Nault has joined the company as director of global business development. Since his start in 2023, Montefusco has offered insight to drive the company’s continued growth as a global leader … Read more
On March 19, St. Petersburg College’s President Dr. Tonjua Williams will launch a new podcast — “Standing in the Gap” — featuring thought leaders who foster positive change in education and beyond. The podcast will provide individuals from diverse backgrounds, including corporate executives, students, faculty and community leaders, the opportunity to come together and explore … Read more
