Tampa Bay Wave, in collaboration with the University of South Florida’s Muma College of Business, has launched the 2024 FinTech|X Accelerator, featuring a cohort of 10 startups. Powered by support from the U.S. Economic Development Administration, Encore Bank, Smiley Technologies and Shumaker Loop & Kendrick, the program is now in its third year. The FinTech|X … Read more
A fresh chapter is unfolding for the gastronomic landscape in downtown St. Petersburg, as husband-and-wife team Shawn and Jeanna Damkoehler bring their innovative vision to the space once home to 400 Beach Seafood & Tap House. Drawing inspiration from the abundance and beauty of the ocean, Juno & The Peacock embraces a high-minded concept of … Read more
For 25 years, Elodie Dorso has been engulfed in the mission of Evara Health. Dorso, a Pinellas County-born and bred native, has been leading the organization for the past six years as chief executive officer, building on the blocks laid for her dating back 40 years, by founder, Dr. Johnnie Ruth Clarke. Ruth Clarke, the … Read more
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving is providing relief efforts in response to Hurricane Helene and the expected landfall of Hurricane Milton. In a public-private partnership with the City of Tampa, the company is offering debris removal, cleanup and relocation services to communities impacted by the storms. The company, which operates more than 200 franchises … Read more
Better Together, a nonprofit focused on helping families and children, is deploying rapid response teams to assist those in the storm’s path. Starting Monday, volunteers will canvass communities in Citrus, Manatee and Pinellas counties, as well as Taylor County, areas still recovering from Hurricane Helene. The organization will help families find shelter, resources and coordinate … Read more
If you’re a sales director, or manager, you already know you have one of the most difficult and demanding jobs in business today. Motivating and holding your people accountable, training and coaching your team, generating reports and managing your customer relationships, putting out fires and being held responsible for hitting a company or departmental revenue … Read more
Micha Seal is the founder of Watermelon Swim, a collection of swim schools, located in the Tampa Bay area. On track to exceed $13 million in revenue in 2024, and open three new locations, her business is doing much more than just staying afloat these days. Bridgette Bello, chief executive officer and publisher of Tampa … Read more
Friedreich’s ataxia is a rare, genetic condition that affects approximately 5,000 people in the United States and 15,000 around the world. Debilitating and progressive, it is often diagnosed during childhood. The Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) has been a consistent voice for those who suffer from FA. The organization is at the forefront of research … Read more
Bern’s Steak House and Haven have announced the return of Whiskey Tampa Foxtrot 2024, a weeklong series of whiskey-themed dinners running from Nov. 11 to Nov. 15. Proceeds will benefit the Laxer Family Foundation, which supports at-risk youth, veterans and aspiring culinary artists. The event will feature dinners highlighting various whiskeys including Uncle Nearest, Rare … Read more
Motocave, a car condominium community designed for automotive enthusiasts, has begun move-ins at its location on Gandy Boulevard, in St. Petersburg. The development spans 3.75 acres and includes 43 customizable car condo units, across five buildings, totaling 55,000 square feet. Ten units are still available, ranging from 960 to 1,300 square feet. The property also … Read more
