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Media veteran opens new production studio in Pinellas Park
 |  Chuck Merlis

Media veteran Chris Ingram has opened Gulfstream Video Studio in Pinellas Park, adding a new resource for Tampa Bay creators and businesses.

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Tampa Bay Chamber names 2025 Small Business Winners
 |  Chuck Merlis

The Tampa Bay Chamber recognized the region’s top small businesses and leaders during its 45th Annual Small Business of the Year Awards in Tampa.

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Meet the Tampa Army vet powering new startups
 |  Michael Connor

Army veteran Valerie Lavin is helping Tampa Bay’s veterans and first responders turn service into successful startups.

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Action Zone staff and volunteers connect with veterans, first responders and aspiring entrepreneurs across Tampa Bay.
Tampa tech founder buys into European football, looking for investors
 |  Chuck Merlis

Tampa tech founder Will Freeman launches Catalyst Sports Ventures to bring local investors into the global soccer ownership game.

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Florida Trust helps Tampa Bay business owners build generational wealth
 |  Contributed Content

Florida Trust Wealth Management helps Tampa Bay entrepreneurs turn years of work into generational wealth through strategic exits and expert planning.

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How Tampa’s Ashley Butler turned struggle into success
 |  Chuck Merlis

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

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Ashley Butler, owner of Ice Cold Air, standing beside a red Ford Mustang at her Tampa home.
Measuring the economic impact of Tampa Bay Markets
 |  Chuck Merlis

Tampa Bay Markets drives millions in local growth through 16 markets and 900 vendors across Tampa Bay.

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Crowds walk between rows of white vendor tents at a Tampa Bay Markets event in downtown Tampa, with local businesses selling food, crafts and clothing under clear blue skies.