Cary Street Partners, based in Richmond, Virginia, has expanded with the opening of a new office in Tampa, the first of its offices in Florida. Joining the Tampa office are three veteran financial advisors including Steven R. Cere, Jason M. Walters and Christopher M. Nardi. “We are excited to join Cary Street Partners and look … Read more
Ellison Construction has been selected to build a new high-end private club in downtown Tampa, to be named “The Elliott.” Work on the members-only club, at 500 E. Kennedy Blvd., is expected to begin this summer. It will include restaurants and bars, a jazz lounge, wellness center, rooftop garden terrace, cigar room and elegant event … Read more
The South Tampa Chamber of Commerce honored winners of this year’s Business of the Year awards at a ceremony at the Westshore Grand Hotel Wednesday, recognizing members that have demonstrated leadership, positive growth, development and integrity in operations as a business, and as a commitment to the community. “Our Business of the Year Awards (ceremony) … Read more
The historic Tampa Theater now has a new micro-screening room offering patrons an intimate setting for viewing, for up to 43 people. The $2.9 million project, overseen by Creative Contractors and completed this month, includes restoration to the theater’s 1,260 square-foot lobby and auditorium area and the screening room, which also includes two wheelchair accessible … Read more
Visit Tampa Bay has recognized 11 Tampa Bay area hospitality industry professionals for their roles in promoting tourism in the region and ensuring a positive visitor experience. The industry leaders were honored at the group’s National Travel and Tourism Awards lunch, at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, in late May. Included among honorees … Read more
Nancy Howe, the owner of KnowHowe, passed away on May 19. Born on September 23, 1950, Howe spent most of her life enriching the community of Pinellas County through her dedication to journalism, publishing and community service. She began her career at the St. Petersburg Times while studying archaeology at the University of South Florida. … Read more
For Robert Windschauer, the fight against storm and hurricane damage started with sinkholes. The founder of Daybreak, Windschauer graduated from the University of South Florida and was specializing in geophysics. He investigated sinkholes and saw, firsthand, the effect they had on properties – and their homeowners. “That was my first exposure to how properties are … Read more
Neptune Flood, a St. Petersburg-based provider of private flood insurance, launched its excess flood insurance product for residential, commercial and condominium properties. According to a release, a Neptune excess flood policy provides coverage above the maximum limit available through the National Flood Insurance Program, allowing customers to keep their NFIP policy if they have yet … Read more
WorkComp Solutions, a workers’ compensation insurance firm, in Lakeland, received the CompLaude Award as the best workers’ compensation broker in the United States. The CompLaude Award is an annual accolade, given by WorkComp Central, an organization in the workers’ compensation industry. Nominees are selected based on their impact on clients, through the development of creative … Read more
They’ve smashed glass ceilings and hurdled obstacles in male-dominated industries. When there are no seats at the table, they craft their own and pull out a chair. Women of independent wealth, leaders in their fields or corporate queens — these are the Tampa Bay area women of wealth and power, gathered in one, exclusive circle. … Read more
