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Benchmark International on why they took center ice in downtown Tampa Exterior of Benchmark International Arena with the downtown Tampa skyline in the background

Chuck Merlis November 27, 2025

TBBW sat down with the Tampa M&A firm to learn more about its biggest move yet.

How Tampa’s Ashley Butler turned struggle into success Ashley Butler, owner of Ice Cold Air, standing beside a red Ford Mustang at her Tampa home.

Chuck Merlis February 25, 2026

From struggle to success Ashley Butler built a $12M Tampa business rooted in grit grace and giving...

Tampa Bay legend Derrick Brooks named COO of USF Athletics Rob Higgins and Derrick Brooks pose together, both wearing suits and making the USF Bulls hand sign to celebrate Brooks’ new role as chief operating officer of USF Athletics.

Chuck Merlis October 30, 2025

Tampa icon Derrick Brooks joins USF Athletics as COO, uniting Tampa Bay’s sports and business leadership.

Tampa to host 2029 CFP National Championship Exterior of Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, with “Home of the Krewe” signage and Buccaneers branding visible on a sunny day.

Chuck Merlis October 29, 2025

Tampa will once again take the national stage as host of the 2029 College Football Playoff National...

Tampa nonprofit leading first mission to aid Jamaica Map showing Hurricane Melissa’s Category 5 path across the Caribbean, with Jamaica directly in the storm’s trajectory

Chuck Merlis October 29, 2025

Tampa-based Operation Phoenix launches its first relief mission, delivering lifesaving aid to Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa.

Kai Trump to make LPGA debut at Tampa Bay’s ANNIKA tournament he ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge sign at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, and a golfer taking a swing on the course under clear skies.

Chuck Merlis October 28, 2025

Kai Trump and WNBA star Caitlin Clark bring star power and new audiences to Tampa Bay’s premier...

Tampa-based Melting Pot brings fondue to grocery stores nationwide Melting Pot at Home fondue packages beside a pot of melted cheese with bread and vegetables arranged on a table

Chuck Merlis October 28, 2025

Melting Pot brings its signature fondue to Publix shelves in the brand’s largest retail expansion to date.

Academy of the Holy Names plans $8.2M South Tampa expansion The front entrance of the Academy of the Holy Names on Bayshore Boulevard in South Tampa, framed by palm trees and early morning light.

Chuck Merlis October 28, 2025

The Academy of the Holy Names is investing $8.2 million in a new Health and Wellness Center...

Tampa City Council approves massive observation wheel for Channelside Rendering of Tampa WOW!, a 250-foot observation wheel planned for downtown Tampa’s Channel District, illuminated at sunset with cruise ships docked nearby and The Florida Aquarium in the foreground.

Chuck Merlis October 23, 2025

A 250-foot observation wheel called Tampa WOW! will open on the Channelside waterfront in 2026, adding a...

Ybor’s Gasworx reveals historic names for new buildings Aerial view of the Gasworx development under construction in Ybor City, with downtown Tampa’s skyline and the Selmon Expressway in the background.