The economic impact of mental health

By Carrie Zeisse, president and chief executive officer of Tampa Bay Thrives Mental illness costs the economy about $200 billion in lost earnings each year. That’s why it’s so important

How Does the New Alimony Law Impact Me? Tips from a Board-Certified Expert

By: Kim Maxwell, B.C.S. OLDER LUNDY KOCH & MARTINO I Am Already Divorced and Am a Payor or Recipient of Alimony… After nearly ten years and multiple bill submissions to

Beyond the Big Box: The Hidden Benefits of Local Vendors

By James Neely, Senior Vice President of Sales, KUDUCOM Following the pandemic, people everywhere have been flooded with the message to #supportlocal, an endeavor that kept many vital local businesses

BIG FUTURES: Equipping Tampa Bay’s Future Workforce with Big Brothers Big Sisters

Across the United States, 69% of corporations and businesses are struggling to find top talent, according to a Manpower Survey. Additionally, according to the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation, 78%

More than just a purse: The investment side of luxury handbags

Contributed by Graham Wetzbarger  I recently found myself in Sarasota, on a quest to learn more about a young handbag brand called BSWANKY. I had met designer Gretchen Bauer a

Rental Real Estate Passive vs. Active Tax Rules

Owning rental real estate can be a great way to supplement the income you receive from your regular job. Investing in rental property can generate recurring cash flow, help build

Reaching the top: What I learned on my big climb (GUEST COLUMN)

By Jennifer Garbowicz, private client advisor and senior vice president, Bank of America Private Bank In July 2023, I realized a dream and conquered a challenge when I summited Mount

Change is Coming – Impacting You and Your Employees 401(k)

By H. Brian Adcock As a business leader, we are charged with making sure we lead our organizations through change. There has been plenty of change in the past few

A Letter From Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay

From Chief Executive Officer Chris Letsos: Big Brothers Big Sisters is a special organization. Founded over 100 years ago, with nearly sixty years of dedicated service in Tampa Bay, our

The Community Bank Difference

By Owen LaFave, Pinellas County Market President, The Bank of Tampa All eyes are on the U.S. banking industry as three of the biggest bank failures in U.S. history have

Cyberattacks are Increasing: Don’t Ignore These Risks

By Kadian Douglas, prinicipal with CLA Tampa As cyberattacks become more frequent, and sophisticated, cybersecurity awareness is critical for organizations to help protect their assets and reputation. Be alert for