Did you know that for many years, minor children were arrested for prostitution in the state of Florida despite being forced to engage in inappropriate and horrific behavior against their will? Redefining Refuge Founder and Executive Director Natasha Nascimento was outraged when she learned this and was determined to make a difference. In 2010, she … Read more
By Taylor Ranker, II, chief executive officer of Questmont Virtual Family Office As a successful business owner you do, in fact, have a target on your back. As your wealth and visibility grow so does that target. If you are in this category with dozens, or even hundreds, of employees you are one of the … Read more
By Michelle M. Gervais, partner at Blank Rome Politics aside, according to President Biden, the banishing of non-compete agreements is rooted in the argument that “…Capitalism without competition isn’t capitalism; it’s exploitation.”[1] In that vein, last month, the Federal Trade Commission imposed a new rule, banning virtually all non-compete agreements across the country. According to … Read more
By Marlene Spalten, president and chief executive officer, Community Foundation Tampa Bay Picture this: A thriving Tampa Bay community where every person has equitable access to opportunity and prosperity. That is the Community Foundation Tampa Bay’s bold vision for our region, one we share with others who care about this area’s long-term growth and development. … Read more
Clearwater Marine Aquarium is transforming the Aquarium into a neon paradise that recreates the ‘80s on Saturday, July 13. From 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., AquaSkate guests can enjoy live entertainment, signature food and drinks and access to the Capybara Chillout exhibit, at the Aquarium. Throughout the event, visitors can explore various marine life habitats … Read more
The Tampa Museum of Art announced Cornelia Corbett as chair of its Centennial Capital Campaign. She takes over following the passing of the campaign’s former chairman, Bank of Tampa founder Gerald “Jerry” Divers, in mid-May. Corbett has previously served as chair of the museum’s board of trustees and is the only trustee emerita and director … Read more
CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen), the eighth largest accounting firm in the United States, announced nationwide career advancements for professionals, including 22 in Tampa Bay. The individuals advancing in Tampa Bay include: Elizabeth Riggin, service processing coordinator Erin Gruss, people solutions coordinator Adam Sinclair, wealth advisor Katie Ercolani, senior associate, retail assurance Anthony Guagliardo, senior associate, technology assurance … Read more
Moffitt Cancer Center has named Chip Fletcher general counsel. Fletcher has served as the cancer center’s deputy general counsel since 2018, and has provided legal and government relations support for the cancer center while at de la Parte & Gilbert law firm, from 1997 through 2006. Prior to joining Moffitt, Fletcher was the Hillsborough County … Read more
Researchers at University of South Florida and Florida Institute of Oceanography have acquired an operated vehicle, appropriately named Taurus, for deep sea exploration. Taurus can dive up to 2.5 miles deep, allowing for exploration of some of the most remote areas of the ocean, and can use 4k imagery to capture pictures of potential new … Read more
MW Builders, a national commercial construction company, along with Maifly Development and Loci Capital, completed the structural work of Tampa Heights Apartments, a 321-unit multifamily, mixed-use complex. The complex is located at the northeast corner of North Florida Avenue and East 7th Avenue, Tampa Heights will offer one-, two- and three-bedroom units, ranging from 512 … Read more
