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The University of South Florida has announced another major donation. The Gonzmart Family Foundation has gifted the school $1 million to support its new on-campus stadium. The Gonzmart Family Foundation, led by Richard Gonzmart, Casey Gonzmart Sr., Andrea Gonzmart Williams and Casey Gonzmart Jr., represents fourth- and fifth-generation owners of the Columbia Restaurant Group. Richard … Read more
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Save the Kids Foundation has partnered with the University of South Florida to launch a new research lab aimed at treating Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumors, a rare, and aggressive, pediatric brain cancer with survival rates as low as 10-30%. This collaboration, marked by the opening of a dedicated lab at USF, aims to advance research … Read more
University of South Florida Athletics has appointed associate head coach Ben Fletcher as interim head coach, for the 2024-25 men’s basketball season, following the passing of head coach Amir Abdur-Rahim. Fletcher, promoted to associate head coach in June, has been with USF since 2023 and was pivotal in leading the Bulls to a 25-8 record, … Read more
Pelican Golf Club and The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican, are uniting to launch a “Florida Strong” t-shirt and sweatshirt campaign benefiting the Florida Disaster Fund. The campaign aims to support Floridians affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, directing proceeds to the Volunteer Florida Foundation’s disaster relief efforts. Starting today, fans can purchase “Florida … Read more
Definition Health, a UK-based health technology startup and participant in the Tampa Bay Wave HealthTech Accelerator, has raised $7.5 million in pre-seed funding to expand its predictive AI platform in the United States, with Tampa Bay as a primary entry point, the company announced. Definition Health’s platform aims to improve surgical efficiency, reduce complications and … Read more
Marrin Costello Jewelry is starting a new chapter at its flagship location, transforming the space into the Marrin Costello Jewelry Outlet. Starting on Nov. 1, customers will be able to explore an exclusive collection of sample sale pieces, all available at just $25. During this limited-time shopping opportunity, a portion of the proceeds of each … Read more
MarineMax partnered with the American Cancer Society and encouraged its employees to participate in the #PinkWithAPurpose initiative, in October On October 10 and 23, employees wore pink as part of the #PinkWithAPurpose campaign, which encourages individuals to get screened for cancer. Beth Garland, senior vice president of people strategy at MarineMax, emphasized the importance of … Read more
Source 1 Solutions, a managed service provider specializing in enterprise IT networks, has acquired YouCall-IT, headquartered in Kent, England. With this acquisition, Source 1 will maintain full ownership, with both companies retaining their current personnel. The integration is expected to enhance YouCall-IT’s proprietary software and expand its global service capabilities. “This acquisition is a natural … Read more
Kahwa Coffee has launched a Florida Hurricane Relief Project, inviting the community to “Espresso that you care.” From now until Oct. 30, Kahwa Coffee is supporting hurricane relief efforts by donating the proceeds from single and double espresso shots, sold at participating locations throughout the Tampa Bay area. All proceeds from these sales will directly … Read more
