Honorary chairpersons announced for 2025 Women of Distinction

Girl Scouts of West Central Florida has announced the honorary chairs for the 2025 Women of Distinction luncheon at Armature Works on March 12, 2025. In its 33rd year, this event celebrates six women in Tampa Bay, each year and attracts more than 600 business and community leaders across Tampa Bay. The honorary chairs will … Read more

St. Petersburg marketing agency names new CEO and president

Larry Aldrich has been named the new owner, president and chief executive officer of Aqua Marketing & Communications, with offices in St. Petersburg, Fort Lauderdale and Charleston, South Carolina. Aldrich says he plans to expand Aqua’s clientele from local and regional to a national destination, travel, tourism and hospitality sectors. Aldrich also brings a team … Read more

Scenes from TBBW’s 2024 Apogee Awards VIP reception (PHOTOS)

Tampa Bay Business and Wealth held its 2024 Apogee Awards VIP reception for sponsors and finalists. The Apogee Awards is a unique awards program, created by TBBW magazine, to recognize distinguished c-suite leaders whose dedication to their industries and communities deserves particular recognition. Presenting sponsors of the 2024 Apogee Awards include Forvis Mazars, Southstate and … Read more

On the Scene: Wheelchairs 4 Kids 13th Annual Jail and Bail (PHOTOS)

The 13th Annual Wheelchairs 4 Kids Jail and Bail fundraiser at Eddie V’s brought together Tampa’s business leaders to support children needing mobility assistance.  This unique event featured participants serving time in a mock jail, to raise funds and awareness, highlighting the community’s solidarity and philanthropy. This year’s event raised more than $230,000.  Two children … Read more

Tampa Bay Sun FC Unveils All-Local “Taste of Tampa” Food Options for Inaugural Season (PHOTOS)

The Tampa Bay Sun FC has unveiled its “Taste of Tampa” food selections for fans at Riverfront Stadium, headlined by the first-ever stadium concessions offering from Bern’s Steak House. The options will include classics like hotdogs and more unique stadium fare like charcuterie cups and ice cream sandwiches, crafted from Bern’s beloved Macadamia Nut Ice … Read more

SVN Commercial Advisory Group closes on $8 million commercial property in Davenport

A pair of senior advisors at SVN Commercial Advisory Group closed the sale of a multi-tenant retail property for $8 million. The property, at 942 Heritage Pass, Davenport, is newly built, containing tenants who are still finishing up their interior build outs. The buyer, Davenport Legacy Investment Group, was represented by Matt Fenske and Tony … Read more