St. Pete rallies to save American Stage’s iconic outdoor musical

American-stage

There is no shortage of exciting productions at American Stage. The company is known for its Mainstage shows, which feature everything from edgy new plays to beloved classics. New audiences have also been discovering the theater through American Stage’s Beyond the Stage Series, which takes performances out of traditional venues and into the community. Additionally, … Read more

Navigating the Yacht Market: How Innovation and Experience Reduce the Risks Associated with the Purchasing and Selling Process

The Changing Yacht Industry: Purchasing and Selling The process of purchasing or selling a yacht is thrilling. For buyers, it’s the beginning of new adventures with loved ones and the fulfillment of a dream. For sellers, it’s an opportunity to move forward and embrace new possibilities. However, without the right guidance, this process can feel … Read more

New Year, Same Resolution- Save More on Taxes

Contributed by Taylor K. Ranker, II, CEO and Personal CFO, Questmont Virtual Family Office At Questmont Virtual Family Office, we’ve decided to stick with one of our standard New Year’s Resolutions: to save our friends and clients more in taxes than ever before by discovering and implementing cutting-edge tax strategies.  When evaluating tax strategies, we … Read more

When is it the Right Time to Consider Selling Your Founder or Family-Owned Company?

Contributed by John Hill, co-founder and managing partner, Hyde Park Capital You have dedicated your whole life to building up your own company. You are proud of what you have accomplished and are looking for opportunities to maximize value. You might even dream of one day selling it to a private equity firm or a … Read more

A tale of two storms

Contributed by Troy Atlas, Storm Shielder in chief, Home Safety Solutions Tampa Bay is no stranger to the threat of hurricane season. Yet, the 2024 storm season was a stark reminder of the unpredictable and potential devastation of these forces of nature. As a region uniquely positioned in the path of major hurricanes, Tampa Bay … Read more

Strategically Planning Your Philanthropic Giving in 2025

Philanthropy is not simply about spontaneous generosity—it’s about creating lasting change. A change that reflects your personal values and makes a tangible difference. In 2024, our community demonstrated remarkable generosity, uniting to support those affected by devastating hurricanes. These challenges highlighted the importance of strategically planning philanthropic giving to address both immediate needs and unforeseen … Read more

Pseudo Preventive Healthcare Vs Real Preventive Healthcare

A study comparing major insurance company preventive care offerings to competing offerings. Health insurance premium costs have increased an average of 31% over the past five years. This significant price increase has prompted companies to develop a range of new care delivery models, focused on reducing the visit costs. To illustrate this point, this analysis … Read more

The critical role of a trusted managed service provider in navigating today’s IT landscape

John-Medaska

In today’s digital economy, businesses of all sizes rely heavily on technology to maintain operations and foster innovation. This dependence highlights the importance of selecting the right Managed Service Provider (MSP) to oversee critical IT infrastructure. For organizations across Tampa Bay, choosing an experienced, reliable and trustworthy MSP is not just strategic – it is … Read more

Trust or Estate Owned Real Property: Considerations Post Hurricanes Helene & Milton

The West Coast of Florida recently experienced back-to-back hurricanes, four weeks ago. The storm surge from Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc in the Tampa Bay area and then, just two weeks later, the Tampa Bay area faced hurricane-force winds and flooding from Hurricane Milton. Homes and businesses suffered devastating water and wind damage from both hurricanes. … Read more