Fr. Giacabazi to lead Jesuit High School as 22nd president

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Jesuit High School has named the Rev. Vincent Giacabazi, S.J., as its 22nd president. Fr. Giacabazi brings experience in Jesuit education. A graduate of Saint Louis University, with a degree in political science and international studies, he joined the Society of Jesus in 2005. His career includes roles as a teacher, campus minister, department head … Read more

AmeriLife announces expansion deal

AmeriLife Group, based in Clearwater, will acquire Crump Life Insurance Services and Hanleigh Management from TIH Insurance Holdings. Financial terms of the deal, which is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025 pending customary approvals, were not disclosed. Crump, one of the largest providers of life insurance and retirement products in the United … Read more

Celebrating music and stories across the globe: Symphonic Distribution’s ‘Your Story Starts Here’ campaign

In a world increasingly connected by technology, yet diverse in culture, music serves as a universal language that transcends boundaries. Symphonic Distribution, a Tampa-based music distribution and marketing company, is harnessing this power with its “Your Story Starts Here” campaign—a celebration of independent artists and their unique stories. The campaign brings to life performances, and … Read more

Court decision clarifies zoning authority, paves way for Harbour Island development

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A recent court ruling has clarified the scope of zoning authority in Tampa, allowing Liberty Group to move forward with development plans for a Harbour Island property. The decision restores the site’s original zoning classifications and resolves a four-year legal process. “This ruling provides important clarity on zoning procedures and we look forward to continuing … Read more

The critical role of a trusted managed service provider in navigating today’s IT landscape

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In today’s digital economy, businesses of all sizes rely heavily on technology to maintain operations and foster innovation. This dependence highlights the importance of selecting the right Managed Service Provider (MSP) to oversee critical IT infrastructure. For organizations across Tampa Bay, choosing an experienced, reliable and trustworthy MSP is not just strategic – it is … Read more

YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg appoints chief operating officer

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Seth Milbrand has been named chief operating officer of the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg, bringing more than 20 years of experience with YMCA associations to the role. Milbrand previously was the district vice president at the YMCA of the Suncoast, overseeing operations at four branches. During his tenure, he led initiatives such as developing … Read more

Polar Capital opens first Tampa Bay office at Water Street

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Polar Capital, a specialist asset management group, has opened its first office in Tampa Bay. It has signed a four-year, four-month lease at Thousand & One, an office tower on Water Street Tampa. Founded in 2001, Polar Capital manages $30.9 billion in assets, across global markets, and maintains offices in financial hubs including London, New … Read more

CEO Connect Recap: How John Mejia builds up his team and the community inTampa Bay

John Mejia is the chief executive officer of his family-owned business, Mega Service Solutions, in Tampa, which was founded by his father, Eddie Mejia. Since taking the helm, he has pulled the company back from organizational instability and is now on track to hit $11 million in revenue by the end of 2024, with the … Read more