Industry Insights

Tampa Bay Business & Wealth’s Industry Insights section delivers the latest Tampa Bay business news across every major sector — from technology and real estate to law, finance and hospitality. Each story highlights the companies, leaders and innovations driving regional growth.

Explore in-depth coverage of Tampa’s expanding economy, major development projects, executive leadership changes and market trends influencing business decisions across the region. Stay informed with exclusive insights that connect you to the industries powering Tampa Bay’s future.

Duke Energy Florida powers multifamily growth with energy-efficient incentive A modern multifamily housing complex with balconies and large windows, showing completed energy-efficient buildings next to new construction.

A modern multifamily housing complex with balconies and large windows, showing completed energy-efficient buildings next to new construction.

Duke Energy Florida powers multifamily growth with energy-efficient incentive

Chuck Merlis October 16, 2025

Duke Energy Florida’s new ENERGY STAR incentive offers builders up to $1,000 per unit for energy-efficient multifamily...

Ceviche’s Tampa comeback shows why visibility is viability Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant logo in teal featuring a crest above the restaurant’s name.

Ceviche’s Tampa comeback shows why visibility is viability

Chuck Merlis October 16, 2025

Ceviche’s return to Tampa’s International Plaza isn’t just a comeback. It’s a masterclass in strategy, collaboration and...

What’s driving Tampa Bay’s $1.2 billion tourism boom? Palm trees frame downtown Tampa’s skyline under a bright blue sky at sunset.

What’s driving Tampa Bay’s $1.2 billion tourism boom?

Chuck Merlis October 16, 2025

Tampa Bay’s $1.2 billion tourism surge reveals what’s driving the region’s fastest-growing industry.

Ceviche to open in Tampa’s International Plaza Exterior rendering of Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant at International Plaza in Tampa, showing modern architecture and outdoor seating.

Exterior rendering of Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant at International Plaza in Tampa, showing modern architecture and outdoor seating.

Ceviche to open in Tampa’s International Plaza

Chuck Merlis October 14, 2025

Ceviche is returning to Tampa next summer with a new International Plaza location that celebrates its Spanish...

Why is Solomon Partners doubling down on Tampa’s Water Street? Thousand & One office tower at Water Street Tampa, home to Solomon Partners’ expanded lease.

Thousand & One office tower at Water Street Tampa, home to Solomon Partners’ expanded lease.

Why is Solomon Partners doubling down on Tampa’s Water Street?

Chuck Merlis October 14, 2025

Solomon Partners’ expansion at Thousand & One drives Water Street Tampa’s premier office tower to 92% occupancy.

Metro Diner opens first Palm Harbor restaurant Exterior of Metro Diner’s new Palm Harbor location at The Fountains shopping center.

Metro Diner opens first Palm Harbor restaurant

Chuck Merlis October 13, 2025

Metro Diner expands in Tampa Bay with its first Palm Harbor location, adding another Florida favorite to...

Tampa’s Liquor Depot Event Raises $20K for Mike Alstott Foundation Liquor Depot owner Trey Lawson and former Buccaneers player Mike Alstott present a $20,000 check to the Mike Alstott Family Foundation at Liquor Depot’s Waters Avenue location in Tampa.

Liquor Depot owner Trey Lawson and former Buccaneers player Mike Alstott present a $20,000 check to the Mike Alstott Family Foundation at Liquor Depot’s Waters Avenue location in Tampa.

Tampa’s Liquor Depot Event Raises $20K for Mike Alstott Foundation

Chuck Merlis October 13, 2025

Liquor Depot’s sold-out charity event with Mike Alstott raised $20,000 for Tampa Bay families.

Tampa Edition named one of Florida’s top hotels by Condé Nast Traveler Aerial view of The Tampa Edition rooftop pool and terrace in Water Street Tampa, with the Condé Nast Traveler logo highlighting the hotel’s Readers’ Choice Awards recognition.

Tampa Edition named one of Florida’s top hotels by Condé Nast Traveler

Chuck Merlis October 10, 2025

Condé Nast Traveler readers named the Tampa Edition one of Florida’s best hotels, cementing the city’s place...

OpenAI’s ChatGPT adds instant checkout for online shopping A smartphone screen displays OpenAI’s ChatGPT interface with an article titled “Improved Shopping Results from ChatGPT Search.”

A smartphone screen displays OpenAI’s ChatGPT interface with an article titled “Improved Shopping Results from ChatGPT Search.”

OpenAI’s ChatGPT adds instant checkout for online shopping

Chuck Merlis October 6, 2025

OpenAI’s ChatGPT is blurring the line between conversation and online shopping — and Tampa Bay business leaders...

St. Petersburg’s Gas Plant District to be reimagined in $6.8 billion project A bird’s-eye rendering highlights the full scale of the Gas Plant District proposal, spanning nearly 100 acres with housing, office, retail and open green space.