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It is a new chapter in children’s health care — regionally and beyond — from a couple whose name is synonymous with transformative giving. Welcome to the new Muma Children’s Hospital at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) — the embodiment of a long-held vision shared by area philanthropists Pam and Les Muma. A new and transformational … Read more
By Sean Butler, CareerSource Tampa Bay Board Chair 2022-2023 We are pleased to present the annual report for CareerSource Tampa Bay, highlighting our achievements, challenges and strategic initiatives of our last fiscal year. Our success is attributed to the collaborative efforts of our board, elected officials, staff, leadership team and partners. Together we have not … Read more
By Gilbert Broco, president, CI Group In the evolving landscape of business, where competition is fierce and talent is sought after, fostering a strong company culture has become a critical component for success. While the concept of company culture encompasses a multitude of factors, one often overlooked but immensely impactful aspect is workplace design. The … Read more
By Scott Gault, Executive Vice President, Hillsborough County Market President, The Bank of Tampa Once considered a symbol of luxury, private aviation has transformed into an effective business tool to improve productivity. Companies that invest in private aircraft save time, increase efficiencies, expand their reach and benefit from increased security and given today’s technology, these … Read more
By Mary Pat King, CEO, Girl Scouts of West Central Florida Elaine Feaster seized all the opportunities she could as a Girl Scout. On March 8, International Women’s Day, she shared the impact of Girl Scouts on her life, as a featured speaker, during the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida’s Women of Distinction Awards … Read more
By Hunter Williams, partner at M.E. Wilson In recent years, Florida business owners have seen a dramatic increase in the cost of insuring their operations against a multitude of risks. Whether that be property, liability or even auto insurance costs, business owners often face little to no control over unstable premiums and decreasing coverages. A … Read more
By Elizabeth Shauger, CPA, Mauldin & Jenkins Are you acquiring or selling a business? Buying or selling a business has a lot of moving parts. Although there are many complex types of mergers and acquisitions, the stock or asset sale are among the most straightforward. There are advantages and disadvantages to both an asset sale … Read more
Situated along the serene shores of the Gulf Coast, St. Petersburg, stands as one of the most picturesque cities in the United States. Renowned for its coastal charm, St. Petersburg boasts pristine sandy beaches, vibrant parks, and a host of unique locations cherished by both residents and visitors alike. For those eager to uncover the … Read more
Let’s be honest, most marketing advice is bland. “Post twice a day” or “optimize your website for Google search” — these generic mantras do little to ignite the growth flame within us. What if I told you there’s a hidden growth hack, the most hated one among my 100,000+ small and medium-sized business clients, that … Read more
Construction on The Nolen, one of downtown St. Petersburg’s newest condominium towers, reached a milestone with Ellison Construction announcing that the project has topped out. The construction team celebrated the milestone with a ceremonial tree raising, an ancient construction tradition. The 23-story condominium tower, which is under construction, at 126 4th Avenue Northeast, is being … Read more
