Industry Insights

Industry Insights

Latest coverage, analysis and business news from Tampa Bay Business and Wealth.

Addressing health care disparities in Pinellas County

By Carlos R. Rodriguez, MD, FAAFP, Director of Family Medicine and the founding director of the Family Medicine Residency Program at Evara Health Pinellas County, Florida, with its dense population nearing one million residents, faces significant healthcare challenges. Many of its inhabitants lack access to affordable, primary healthcare services, especially those from underserved, uninsured and … Read more

How a law firm partner’s rock star past is allowing him to find balance in his life—and his faith

By Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP On about two Sunday mornings each month, Larry Ingram, partner-in-charge at Tampa-area Porter Wright Morris & Arthur, can be found on stage rocking an electric guitar. He’s likely flanked by two other men: the bass player, a former legal partner of Ingram’s, and the drummer, an individual with … Read more

Buying property from a foreign seller expands your tax obligations

By Elizabeth Shauger, CPA & Director with Mauldin & Jenkins Are you purchasing property from a foreign seller? If so, you need to understand the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA) and how this legislation impacts your transaction. Individuals and entities from all over the world invest in United States (U.S.) real estate … Read more

Homegrown: Leveraging Local Presence for Global Expansion

By Rebekah Nault, Director of Global Business Development In an era where globalization might suggest that “bigger is always better,” successful global enterprises recognize the crucial value of local clientele. Establishing strong local partnerships in Tampa Bay is not just beneficial; it is necessary for sustainable growth and innovation. Demonstrating a standard of attention, understanding … Read more

What to know about economic fundamentals for good decision-making                                

What to know about economic fundamentals for good decision Making

By John Silvia, CEO and Founder, Dynamic Economic Strategy Five fundamentals provide a basis for good executive and investment decision-making; Expectations for economic growth, inflation, interest rates, the dollar and corporate profits are the basis. Currently, the United States economy is experiencing trend-plus economic growth alongside persistent, above the Federal Reserve’s, two percent target on … Read more

Luxury mattress retailer to open ‘viewing room’ at Water Street Tampa

Saatva, a privately held e-commerce company that specializes in luxury mattresses, will open what it calls a “viewing room,” at Water Street Tampa. “Tampa’s sophisticated consumer is a great fit for Saatva. We couldn’t be more excited to be bringing our state-of-the-art Viewing Room to Tampa’s wellness-focused, waterfront community,” said Ron Rudzin, founder and chief … Read more

PEI Global Partners doubles its presence at Water Street Tampa

Strategic Property Partners has announced an expansion, and lease extension, with PEI Global Partners, at Water Street Tampa. PEI, an investment bank specializing in power, energy and infrastructure, will relocate from its current space within Thousand & One, Water Street’s WELL Gold-certified office tower, to an expanded suite on the eleventh floor, which will nearly … Read more

Older Lundy Koch & Martino opens Fort Myers office

The Tampa-based legal firm Older Lundy Koch & Martino has expanded into South Florida with a new office, in Fort Myers. The new office is located at 2256 First Street, Fort Myers. This is the firm’s sixth office. “It has been incredible to see our firm grow not only quickly but also carefully, and with … Read more