AmeriLife Group, based in Clearwater, will acquire Crump Life Insurance Services and Hanleigh Management from TIH Insurance Holdings. Financial terms of the deal, which is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025 pending customary approvals, were not disclosed. Crump, one of the largest providers of life insurance and retirement products in the United
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In a world increasingly connected by technology, yet diverse in culture, music serves as a universal language that transcends boundaries. Symphonic Distribution, a Tampa-based music distribution and marketing company, is harnessing this power with its “Your Story Starts Here” campaign—a celebration of independent artists and their unique stories. The campaign brings to life performances, and
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A recent court ruling has clarified the scope of zoning authority in Tampa, allowing Liberty Group to move forward with development plans for a Harbour Island property. The decision restores the site’s original zoning classifications and resolves a four-year legal process. “This ruling provides important clarity on zoning procedures and we look forward to continuing
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Seth Milbrand has been named chief operating officer of the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg, bringing more than 20 years of experience with YMCA associations to the role. Milbrand previously was the district vice president at the YMCA of the Suncoast, overseeing operations at four branches. During his tenure, he led initiatives such as developing
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Former NFL player Michael Lehan has opened the Peach Cobbler Factory in Bradenton, bringing a personal touch to the dessert scene. Located at 629 Cortez Road W, the shop will host a grand opening on Saturday, January 11, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., featuring raffle prizes and a menu of sweet treats. The shop
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Polar Capital, a specialist asset management group, has opened its first office in Tampa Bay. It has signed a four-year, four-month lease at Thousand & One, an office tower on Water Street Tampa. Founded in 2001, Polar Capital manages $30.9 billion in assets, across global markets, and maintains offices in financial hubs including London, New
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John Mejia is the chief executive officer of his family-owned business, Mega Service Solutions, in Tampa, which was founded by his father, Eddie Mejia. Since taking the helm, he has pulled the company back from organizational instability and is now on track to hit $11 million in revenue by the end of 2024, with the
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St. Petersburg has a new place to gather, stay and play with the arrival of Moxy St. Pete. Developed through a partnership between PTM Partners and DoveHill, and managed by the Wurzak Hotel Group, the hotel brings Marriott’s Moxy brand to the heart of the city. The property joins the landscape near Tropicana Field, seamlessly
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Mastry’s Brewing Hub, a 40,000-square-foot brewery and marketplace, is planned for Park Junction, a new mixed-use destination, in Pinellas Park. Matthew Dahm, founder and chief executive officer of Mastry’s Brewing Co., expects to begin site work by the end of the year, which includes a 5,000-square-foot brewery and a 36,000-square-foot indoor food hall and market,
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Tampa Bay Business and Wealth held its December CEO Connect with Oscar Horton, CEO of Sun State International Trucks and Horton Holdings. The event was sponsored by The Bank of Tampa, Forvis Mazars, Tampa Bay Thrives, nPerspective, Source 1 Solutions and Holland & Knight. It was held at the Sam and Martha Gibbons Alumni Center,
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As the eldest of the third generation of Sims, Erika shoulders the weight of a family legacy deeply rooted in cranes and construction.
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