Year: 2025

University Area CDC secures $14.9 million EPA grant for community revitalization

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The University Area Community Development Corporation, in partnership with the University of South Florida and Hillsborough County, has received a $14.9 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to support community revitalization projects. The funding will aid in constructing the Economic Development Center, at the University Area CDC’s Cultural Campus (rendering above). The center … Read more

You Don’t Need “the Next Big Thing” to Get Funding For Your Business

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You Don’t Need “the Next Big Thing” to Get Funding For Your Business by Amanda Webster, Fund&Grow

Last night, while speaking about getting funding to a group of entrepreneurs at a mastermind event, a young guy came up to me and I could see that he was clearly bothered about something.  He nervously waited around, fidgeting the entire time until eventually, everyone else had left. I knew there was, what he thought, … Read more

USF receives $2.2 million gift for stadium, brewing arts program

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The University of South Florida has received a $2.2 million donation from Joey Redner, founder of Cigar City Brewing, and his wife, Jennifer. The gift will support the university’s on-campus stadium and its brewing arts program. The donation will be evenly divided, with $1.1 million going toward the new stadium and the other half benefiting … Read more

Former Florida Senate president appointed as CEO of Pepin Family Office

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Former Florida Senate President Tom Lee has been named chief executive officer of the newly established Pepin Family Office. In his role, Lee will oversee strategic initiatives, manage investment efforts and guide the family’s philanthropic endeavors, aimed at benefiting the Tampa Bay community, according to a statement. “The Pepin Family and I are deeply committed … Read more

Nominations closing soon for Florida’s Top 100 Women-Led Business Awards

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Nominations are open for the Top 100 Women-Led Business Awards, honoring the innovative, impactful and powerhouse women-led businesses making waves across the state. The deadline to nominate is Jan. 24. Nomination Eligibility The Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Florida list is ranked through an algorithm considering revenue, workplace diversity, innovation and customer benefits. Here’s what … Read more

The Hotel Zamora reopens after renovation, debuts new restaurant (PHOTOS)

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The Hotel Zamora, located in St. Pete Beach, has reopened following a $7.5 million renovation that transformed the property into a 4-star luxury hotel. The project also introduced Azura Coastal Kitchen & Bar, a new restaurant offering a Mediterranean-inspired menu with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Sherman Associates, a Minneapolis-based real estate developer, spearheaded the renovations, … Read more