Year: 2025

Americans Lose Confidence as Wall Street Falters—But There’s an Alternative

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private lending

The latest plunge in stock market performance, largely attributed to the Trump administration’s new tariffs and an overall dip in consumer confidence, has reignited a longstanding concern for American investors: volatility. Financial strategist and real estate expert Tatiana Zagorovski explores a compelling alternative that sidesteps Wall Street’s rollercoaster—private lending. “Americans have watched their IRAs value … Read more

States Need Their Own DOGE: Experts Say It’s Time to Tackle Local Government Waste

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States Need Their Own DOGE

As the U.S. economy sputters under the weight of rising inflation, ballooning federal debt, and a dangerously high reliance on government spending to prop up GDP, a growing number of policy experts are sounding the alarm. Many say it’s no longer enough to just focus on fixing Washington, D.C.—they’re calling for bold, decentralized action: a … Read more

Tampa General names president for Medical & Research District

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Tampa General Hospital has named Jennifer Crabtree as president of the Tampa Medical & Research District, effective Oct. 1. Crabtree, who will also serve as senior vice president of Tampa General, will lead the strategic direction and continued development of the district, a growing hub of health care, research and biotechnology tied to Tampa General … Read more

Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival draws thousands, names top chefs and dishes

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The third annual Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival wrapped up a five-day run that drew more than 10,000 attendees and raised funds for two charitable causes supporting youth nutrition and veterans. The festival featured more than 60 participating restaurants and multiple culinary competitions. Proceeds benefited the CI Foundation’s EAT SMART initiative and the Robert … Read more

Neptune Flood promotes Matt Duffy to president, expands leadership team

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Neptune Flood, a private flood insurance provider based in St. Petersburg, has promoted Matt Duffy to president, as part of a broader leadership expansion. Duffy, formerly managing director, will now oversee strategic initiatives and operations as the company approaches $300 million in premiums and more than 230,000 policies in force, according to a statement. The … Read more

CareerSource board seeks Pinellas County applicants for open seats

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CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas is seeking applications from Pinellas County residents to serve on its workforce development board for a two-year volunteer term. Applications are due by 3 p.m. Monday, May 5. Eight seats are open, including six representatives from the business sector, one from the workforce sector and one from the education and training sector. … Read more

USL announces naming rights deal for new women’s pro league

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The United Soccer League has entered a multi-year naming rights agreement with Gainbridge, a Group 1001 company, marking the first time a professional soccer league in the United States has secured an entitlement partner. Beginning with the 2025-26 season, the USL Super League will be known as the Gainbridge Super League. The league, designated Division … Read more

Irv Cohen named Tampa Bay Lightning community hero

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The Tampa Bay Lightning and the Vinik Family Foundation have named Irv Cohen a Lightning Community Hero, honoring his work in economic development, nonprofit leadership and community innovation across the region. Cohen, a former Wall Street executive who held senior roles at JP Morgan, relocated one of the company’s major divisions to Tampa Bay as … Read more

On the Scene: Inaugural MeGala (PHOTOS)

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Mega Service Solutions, a second-generation family-owned and veteran-run facility management and commercial cleaning company, held its first MeGala, at the Cuban Club, in Ybor City.  All proceeds from this year’s event benefitted Action Zone, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans and military spouses succeed in building businesses.

On the Scene: Art show in Ybor City spotlights local women entrepreneurs (PHOTOS)

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More than 250 people gathered at Hotel Haya, in Ybor City, to celebrate International Women’s Day with the debut of “WOMAN,” the first solo art show by Tampa-based artist Courtney Pasterchick. The event, supported by 10 women-owned businesses, featured music by DJ and singer Lolo Mayhew, complimentary cocktails from 21 Seeds Tequila and sweet treats … Read more