Industry Insights

St. Croix Capital Companies, an Austin-headquartered commercial real estate firm and its Tampa-based affiliate, Cowboys and Pirates, has acquired real estate, in Ybor City. Located at 1517 E. 5th Avenue, two blocks from Centro Ybor, across from the Centro Ybor Garage, the property will be the new home of Celebrity Cigars and Cigar TV. Owned

You see them on TikTok, Instagram and other social media channels. But it’s not all silly dances and challenges, it’s a big business and there are entrepreneurs, based in Tampa Bay, making big money by it – in an ongoing series, Tampa Bay Business and Wealth is finding these Tampa Bay social media influencers and

TIGER 21, an exclusive peer membership network of high-net-worth entrepreneurs, investors and executives, is growing its presence in the Tampa Bay region. The membership group will add a third chapter, with Vera Anderson leading the new group, while Allen Clary will continue to lead the two previously established groups in the area. “Over the last

Franklin Street Capital Markets, a Tampa-based commercial real estate company, led by Andrew Wright, has established a National Build-To-Rent, or BTR, team. The team was formed to offer a comprehensive suite of services that span across capital, insurance, investment sales, off-market site selection and mergers and acquisitions advisory, according to a statement. The team is

Tampa is one of the proudest sports communities, which should come as no surprise to Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans. Just two years ago, on February 7, 2021, the Bucs made history and won Super Bowl LV, at home, in the beloved Raymond James Stadium. It was a day, and a season, that Bucs fans will

By Kadian Douglas, prinicipal with CLA Tampa As cyberattacks become more frequent, and sophisticated, cybersecurity awareness is critical for organizations to help protect their assets and reputation. Be alert for cybercriminals looking to commit criminal activities by exploiting companies. Watch for social engineering and phishing attacks An organization’s most valuable assets are at risk: data

A listing represented by Denise Mei of Michael Saunders & Company was selected as the overall winner in the HGTV Ultimate House Hunt 2023, a monthlong online promotion held annually, on HGTV.com showcasing homes across the country. More than 1.2 million votes were cast to determine the winners among 84 finalists, in eight categories, according

Three major Tampa Bay players in construction, development and design have, together, acquired a building in Ybor City. The building, located at 2000 E. 11th Ave., Ybor City, is 37,385 square feet and was built in 1894. The property was purchased for $9.25 million, according to public records. “We’re big believers in Ybor. Its rich

Ashley, a furniture and mattress retailer with locations across North America, plans to refresh stores nationwide. The rebrand includes an elevated, in-store shopping experience and modern look, and feel, to officially culminate the rebrand to Ashley, according to a statement. The refresh rollout comes after announcing the rebrand last year, with a new logo and

Shumaker Partner and Public Sector Chair Andrew J. Mayts has been reappointed to the 13th Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission, by Governor Ron DeSantis. As a member of the 13th Judicial Circuit JNC, Mayts will play a role in the selection and recommendation of candidates for judicial appointments within the 13th Judicial Circuit. “I am

Jafri Capital arranged a $6.5 million construction loan for four new construction homes on Redington Beach. “We were attracted to this opportunity given its great location and the borrower has over twenty-five years of experience,” says Shahid Jafri, founder of Jafri Capital. Jafri Capital has a strategic relationship with Lynx Mortgage Bank Commercial Division. Scott

By Ryan Yaldor, chief technology officer for KUDUCOM™ Communication has undergone a revolutionary shift driven by customer expectations for seamless and personalized interactions with businesses. The way we connect, collaborate and create has, fundamentally, transformed becoming more flexible, inclusive and mobile. The Rise of the Unified Platform The swift transition to remote working triggered a