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Ellison Development names former SPP executive as chief operating officer

November 4, 2024 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Ellison Development, a Tampa-based real estate firm, has named David Bevirt as its new chief operating officer.

Bevirt, who brings over 38 years of commercial real estate experience, previously led corporate leasing and strategy at Strategic Property Partners, where he managed leasing efforts for Water Street Tampa.

Ellison Development is currently working on major regional projects including The Central, in downtown St. Petersburg, and the Tampa Heights YMCA development.

Bevirt’s career includes leadership roles at Brookfield Properties and deep involvement in the Tampa Bay community, where he serves on the boards of the Florida Aquarium and the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council.

EWI rebrands as Ellison Construction

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Creative Contractors completes two major projects

January 20, 2025 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Creative Contractors, a commercial contractor based in Clearwater, recently completed two major projects: the Genshaft & Greenbaum Building of Learning and Discovery at Tampa Preparatory School and a gymnasium addition

BayCare announces leadership changes amid retirements

January 17, 2025 | Jo-Lynn Brown

BayCare has announced leadership changes following the upcoming retirements of two key executives. Nikki Daily, currently vice president for Total Rewards, will succeed Kyle Barr as chief human resources officer

Rivero, Gordimer & Company names new shareholder

January 16, 2025 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Rivero, Gordimer & Company, a Tampa-based accounting firm, has promoted Karl N. Swan to shareholder. Swan, who has been with the firm for over 14 years, becomes RGCO’s 10th shareholder.

Moss names new chief financial officer

January 16, 2025 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Steve Hope was appointed chief financial officer of Moss, a national construction firm, with a presence in the Tampa Bay market. Hope succeeds Dan Wobby, who has served as CFO

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Tampa hardware company acquired by PrimeSource Brands

January 15, 2025 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Harney Hardware, a Tampa Bay-based provider of door and bathroom hardware, has been acquired by PrimeSource Brands, a company specializing in building products for the repair, remodeling and new construction

Adams and Reese announce leadership updates in Sarasota Office

January 15, 2025 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Law firm Adams and Reese announced two leadership changes in its Sarasota office. Drew Chesanek has been appointed as the office’s partner in charge, while Andrew Wilson has been elected

Village On the Isle begins $78 million expansion (RENDERINGS)

January 15, 2025 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Village On the Isle, a retirement community on Venice Island, has started a $78 million expansion to include a 9,200-square-foot wellness center and 54 new independent living units. The wellness

Empath Health names organization’s first chief philanthropy officer

January 15, 2025 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Empath Health has appointed Deborah Johnson as its first chief philanthropy officer, a move aimed at unifying the organization’s philanthropic efforts across its four foundations. The Clearwater-based nonprofit said the