Month: March 2026

Florida law gives employers a hiring shield Job candidates seated in a row holding resumes during an employment interview process

Job candidates seated in a row holding resumes during an employment interview process

Florida law gives employers a hiring shield

Contributed Content March 2, 2026

A practical breakdown of the steps and records that strengthen an employer’s legal defense.

Moez Limayem says USF is ‘open for business’ USF President Moez Limayem tours the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus during his first weeks in office.

USF President Moez Limayem tours the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus during his first weeks in office.

Moez Limayem says USF is ‘open for business’

Chuck Merlis March 4, 2026

Limayem ties internships and AI strategy to Tampa Bay workforce needs.

Nakery Beauty built a $21M business by listening to women over 50 Liz Folce, founder and CEO of Nakery Beauty, stands in front of a pink floral wall wearing a white lace dress.

Liz Folce, founder and CEO of Nakery Beauty, stands in front of a pink floral wall wearing a white lace dress.

Nakery Beauty built a $21M business by listening to women over 50

Chuck Merlis March 3, 2026

The Tampa Bay founder turned overlooked needs into a $21M beauty brand.

Thousand & One hits 95% leased at Water Street Aerial view of Thousand & One office tower at Water Street Tampa in downtown Tampa.

Aerial view of Thousand & One office tower at Water Street Tampa in downtown Tampa.

Thousand & One hits 95% leased at Water Street

Chuck Merlis March 3, 2026

Berkadia relocation and RSM growth push the Water Street tower toward full lease-up.

SoHo Saloon closes after 14 Years on South Howard Exterior of SoHo Saloon at 410 S. Howard Ave. in Tampa’s SoHo district.

Exterior of SoHo Saloon at 410 S. Howard Ave. in Tampa’s SoHo district.

SoHo Saloon closes after 14 Years on South Howard

Chuck Merlis March 4, 2026

Disser Hospitality closes SoHo Saloon and plans a new South Howard concept.