Welcome to ‘Champa’ Bay (PHOTOS)

In March 2020, Tom Brady made national headlines when he announced he would be moving south and joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Some people were shocked, and some savvy observers say they called it. Me, I was flabbergasted. “Huh? Can 2020 get any more bizarre?” Full disclosure: For those that do not already know, I’m

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Scenes from CEO Connect with Harry Hedaya…and puppies! (PHOTOS)

Tampa Bay Business & Wealth had its CEO Connect with Harry Hedaya at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. View the photos from the event in the gallery below. The transcript of the discussion between Hedaya and TBBW Publisher and CEO Bridgette Bello will run in the April 2021 edition of the magazine. Sponsors of

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On the Scene: Source 1 Solutions celebrates

Source 1 Solutions celebrated a year of positive business milestones, including a recent ranking on the Tampa Bay Business Journal’s Fast 50. The group enjoyed treats from St. Pete Concessions, and CB Lundy’s, along with some fun outdoor activities.

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Haley Crum is optimistic about 2021

Haley Crum was raised in a close family and her dad was joined by her grandfather in establishing Great American Temporary Services, a staffing and payroll firm in Clearwater, before she was born. It’s now called FrankCrum. In 2020, after years working her way up, starting from entry-level, Crum and her brother, Matt, were both

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Amber Duncan shares stories from fashion and the farm

Amber and Ryan Duncan own a debt settlement company, Reduce My Debts, valued at $50 million. Ryan Duncan, Amber’s husband, established a regenerative agriculture farm on their 12-acre property in Bradenton, called Jubilee Organics, Amber owns two cupcake franchises and has launched Jackie, a clothing subscription and personal shopping service. In the fall of 2015,

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On the Scene: 17th Annual Fashion Funds the Cure

The 17th annual Fashion Funds the Cure, presented by Suncoast Mercedes-Benz Dealers, was held to honor children battling cancer. The charity fashion show, hosted by Gayle Guyardo, was held at Raymond James Stadium. The event featured three main viewing areas, and several private suites, for guests to experience the show based on their personal preference

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On the Scene: Stageworks & Tampa Bay Fashion Week

Stageworks, in partnership with Tampa Bay Fashion Week, held its first in-person fundraising event since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Stageworks Theatre was transformed into a runway to showcase fashion lines inspired by six Stageworks productions and created by local designers. One of the designers, the House of Dani B, was invited to

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On the Scene: Treat Yourself Like A Queen Women’s Expo

The All About Women Expo at University Town Center, in Sarasota, featured beauty, wellness and fashion. The runway show featured clothing from Dillard’s, Macy’s and Tommy Bahama. Models were from Maria Schon Model Agency. Photos by Maya Mouis [image_slider_no_space on_click=”prettyphoto” height=”300″ images=”10172,10171,10169″]

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On the Scene: Meals donated to AdventHealth Wesley Chapel

Suburban Propane Partners (NYSE: SPH), a nationwide distributor of propane, fuel oil and related products, and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity, delivered 750 Jersey Mike’s Subs meals to AdventHealth in Wesley Chapel. This initiative is part of Suburban Propane’s SuburbanCares platform, which highlights its continued dedication to giving back

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Hotel Haya Ribbon Cutting

Hotel Haya held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening in Ybor City. Tampa City Mayor Jane Castor was in attendance, alongside hotel representatives. Hotel Haya is the first of Aparium Hotel Group’s six new openings between now and early 2022. The hotel was designed by local firm Alfonso Architects. The 178-room property immerses guests

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Bobby Harris talks about dealing with COVID-19 and diversity in his company (EVENT PHOTOS)

Bobby Harris established BlueGrace Logistics, a third-party logistics company, in 2009. The company had revenue of $385 million in 2019 and anticipates breaking the $500 million mark this year. By 2023, Harris wants BlueGrace to be a multibillion-a-year company, with more than 3,000 employees. Harris comes from a philanthropic family, in addition to finding himself

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CEO Connect with Monica Hernandez (Transcript & Photos)

Originally born in Colombia, Monica Hernandez has been in the information technology and consulting industry for more than 17 years. She’s the founder and CEO of MAS Global in Palm Harbor. As a consultant, she’s had the chance to work with top United States experts, and talented teams, to serve the highest demands from global

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