BayCare announces leadership changes amid retirements

BayCare has announced leadership changes following the upcoming retirements of two key executives. Nikki Daily, currently vice president for Total Rewards, will succeed Kyle Barr as chief human resources officer when Barr retires in February. In April, Co-Chief Operating Officer Lou Galdieri will transition to the role of chief administrative officer. Kimberly Guy, the other … Read more

Rivero, Gordimer & Company names new shareholder

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Rivero, Gordimer & Company, a Tampa-based accounting firm, has promoted Karl N. Swan to shareholder. Swan, who has been with the firm for over 14 years, becomes RGCO’s 10th shareholder. Swan has built a reputation for expertise in tax strategy and planning, focusing on mergers, acquisitions and consulting for closely held businesses. Managing shareholder Herman … Read more

Moss names new chief financial officer

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Steve Hope was appointed chief financial officer of Moss, a national construction firm, with a presence in the Tampa Bay market. Hope succeeds Dan Wobby, who has served as CFO since 2021 and will transition to the role of strategic business advisor until his planned retirement in 2026. Hope joined Moss in August 2024 as … Read more

Tampa hardware company acquired by PrimeSource Brands

Harney Hardware, a Tampa Bay-based provider of door and bathroom hardware, has been acquired by PrimeSource Brands, a company specializing in building products for the repair, remodeling and new construction markets. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Hyde Park Capital served as the investment banker for Harney Hardware, with BakerHostetler providing legal counsel. … Read more

Adams and Reese announce leadership updates in Sarasota Office

Law firm Adams and Reese announced two leadership changes in its Sarasota office. Drew Chesanek has been appointed as the office’s partner in charge, while Andrew Wilson has been elected into the partnership, effective Jan. 1, 2025. Chesanek focuses his practice on civil litigation, including construction law, landlord/tenant disputes, real property, maritime and contract issues. … Read more

Village On the Isle begins $78 million expansion (RENDERINGS)

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Village On the Isle, a retirement community on Venice Island, has started a $78 million expansion to include a 9,200-square-foot wellness center and 54 new independent living units. The wellness center, “The Core,” will feature a fitness center, indoor pickleball court, zero-entry outdoor pool, spa and poolside lounge. The project will also add two five-story … Read more

Empath Health names organization’s first chief philanthropy officer

Empath Health has appointed Deborah Johnson as its first chief philanthropy officer, a move aimed at unifying the organization’s philanthropic efforts across its four foundations. The Clearwater-based nonprofit said the new leadership role will strengthen its ability to meet growing demands and expand its mission. Each foundation will maintain its local focus, and identity while … Read more