Dunamis Premium Spirits has joined forces with Tampa-based Pepin Distributing to expand its retail presence across Florida. The partnership comes as the Zephyrhills company continues its national growth, with distribution already in nine states. Dunamis will also return to Texas on Aug. 18, for the Texas Bar & Nightclub Association Trade Show, in Dallas. The … Read more
Kandy Windom never knew she would become a leadership coach. She began her career in sales in her home country of Colombia. Unexpected life circumstances often lead to remarkable paths and Windom is a testament to that. At a young age, Windom faced a surprising health challenge. She suffered a heart attack, which dramatically … Read more
After more than 30 years at St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport, including a decade as its director, Thomas Jewsbury plans to retire Oct. 1. Jewsbury joined PIE in 1994 and was named airport director in 2015, leading the facility through a period of record passenger growth, expanded air service and $197 million in capital improvements. Projects … Read more
The PGA of America has named Bruce Cassidy Sr., president of The Concession Golf Club, as general chair of the 2026 Senior PGA Championship, scheduled for April 16–19 at the Bradenton course. Cassidy will lead a host committee of more than 50 division and committee chairs and more than 1,000 volunteers, while also assisting with … Read more
Buligo Capital has purchased the Sarasota Industrial Business Center, a 187,000-square-foot industrial portfolio, for $27.4 million. The complex, located about two miles east of Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, consists of five shallow-bay industrial buildings totaling more than 186,650 square feet, along with 1.12 acres of outdoor storage and laydown yard space. The properties, at 2387, … Read more
I grew up in this industry, wearing a hard hat before kindergarten and walking job sites before I could drive. Construction was more than just the family business; it was our dinner table conversation, our weekend plans, and the foundation of how I learned to lead. From the very beginning, I had a front-row seat … Read more
Gary Hartfield, a South Tampa entrepreneur inducted into the Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame in 2024, is weighing a bid for mayor. Hartfield, owner of Serenity Village Insurance & Consulting, has launched a political committee, Innovate Tampa, chaired by Valerie H. Goddard. “I’m looking at the mayor’s office because I believe Tampa is at … Read more
News announcements from Sarasota and Manatee Counties.
As leaders, we have many demands on our time, energy and attention. In order to maximize our impact, we should consider: What is my highest and best use? Our highest and best use is the work that leverages our strengths, skills and perspectives, where we’re creating the most value and the most meaningful impact. We … Read more
In today’s fast-paced business environment, executives are expected to juggle an overwhelming number of priorities and responsibilities ranging from strategic planning to client meetings, risk assessments to crisis management and the basic bottom line of the company. It’s surprising, though, that many executives overlook their most underutilized asset that is quite literally sitting in front … Read more
