Tampa Youth Sports Startup Nears $15 Million in Revenue, Seeks New Funding
The growing business is raising new capital to fund acquisitions and expand its sponsorship operation.
No Man Is An Island: The Role of Relationships in Entrepreneurial Success
Early in my career, I had an irrational overreliance on myself. I needed to be the one who did everything, solved every problem, and knew everything. Looking back, that mindset definitely held me back, and if I’m being completely honest, it was probably an issue of ego. I grew up poor, and despite having a … Read more
Unlock Your MVP—A Blueprint to Building A Business That Serves You
Not all great stories start with a happy beginning This story starts with a mortgage that was due and a fridge that was empty. That means tough decisions were ahead. He walked to the closet and pulled out a prize possession. He looked at it twice before he listed it on Ebay, then the bids … Read more
St. Petersburg Startup Ecosystem Expands With New Tech Hub
A five-year commitment gives Pinellas tech founders a new home base and access to investors.
Tampa Bay Wave Gets $1.38M for Defense Startups
The new program will work with 30 companies and connect them with investors and government.
The Power of Public Speaking For Entrepreneurs
I have an opportunity coming up in a couple of months to speak on stage at an entrepreneurial event that I previously spoke at last year. This is something I would have avoided at all costs just a few years ago. The idea of getting on stage in front of a room full of people … Read more
Tampa Bay Wave Ranks No. 3 Among U.S. Accelerators
Tampa Bay Wave Ranks No. 3 Among U.S. Accelerators
Building a Personal Brand That Drives Business for Agents
The real estate industry is brutal. I’ve spent years watching agents come and go in this business, and I believe there’s exponentially more churn than almost any other industry. Some had every certification you could imagine while others barely finished their required training, but I’ve found that the agents who stick around and thrive aren’t … Read more
The Long Road Behind Cousin Vinny’s Overnight Success
The founders endured a 16-month buildout before an unnoticed Michelin inspector changed everything.
How to Get Your Team Aligned with Your Vision
A few years ago I noticed that while my team was working hard, we still weren’t achieving what I thought we should. Sure, everyone showed up consistently. They did their jobs and hit their numbers most weeks, but when I looked closer, I realized a lot of their effort wasn’t moving us toward our goals. … Read more