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News announcements from Sarasota and Manatee Counties.
Month: September 2025
Bank of America names Sarasota/Manatee market president
Bank of America has appointed Stephenie Whitfield as president of its Sarasota/Manatee market, succeeding Erik Vatter, who has led the market since 2022 and will transition to his new role as Merrill senior financial advisor. Whitfield, who also serves as Business Banking market executive, will oversee the bank’s eight lines of business in the region, … Read more
Florida Humanities preserves the stories that shape our future
Preserving stories is as important today as it has ever been, says Nashid Madyun, executive director of Florida Humanities. This allows young people, and adults, to learn about how the humanities shape everyday lives. More so, how they can be a catalyst for change and a more inclusive future. What are humanities? The term refers … Read more
Hall of Fame entrepreneur Gary Hartfield shares story of resilience — and his vision for Tampa’s future
The Serenity Village Insurance & Consulting CEO has built companies, advocated for community change and says he’s exploring a run for Tampa mayor in 2027.
Why your Rising Stars Are Struggling to Connect in a Hyperconnected World
We live in an age of endless digital connectivity. LinkedIn requests, Slack channels, Zoom calls, conference panels—your team has access to it all. So why is it that some of your most promising people still feel invisible? Why are high-potential employees stalling out or quietly disengaging, even in organizations with a strong culture and great … Read more
Construction underway on luxury waterfront community on Tampa Bay (RENDERINGS)
Construction is now underway on the highly anticipated Hammock Bay community in Apollo Beach. General contractor RIPA & Associates has teams on-site working on what is poised to be one of the last new luxury waterfront communities available on scenic Tampa Bay. Initial construction activity at Hammock Bay is focusing on enhancing the community’s seawall … Read more