Some say it’s South Carolina’s Lowcountry sultry, salt air and hazy sun-filled afternoons that captivate holiday goers. Others claim the magic of indigenous Gullah cultural and culinary charms as a primary draw for visitors. Still, others point to an almost endless string of sporting pursuits from kayaking, fishing and sailing to golf, tennis and cycling … Read more
Amazon Prime members, in Tampa, can now enjoy faster same-day delivery – in as fast as five hours. Up to 3 million items, across more than a dozen categories, that are marked “Today by” and “Overnight by” can now be ordered for delivery throughout the day, according to a statement. Amazon says it is able … Read more
By John Flanagan, CEO of CareerSource of Tampa Bay Everywhere you look, there are signs that the Tampa Bay market is having a major moment with national attention focused on us. Our sports teams are bringing home trophies, the real estate market is inundated with people from all over the country wanting to move here, … Read more
By Sheila Kinman, Community Foundation of Tampa Bay Giving together is a great way for families to share their interests, and values, while making a positive impact in the community. Involving children in giving — even at very modest levels — shares the joy of giving and teaches the importance of becoming contributing, and involved, … Read more
Are you ready for some football? If not, you will be—that’s a promise—by the time Raymond James Stadium rocks and rolls over the course of 48 hours in early September. The fun starts when the Buccaneers open the NFL season with a primetime game against the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday, Sept. 9. Two days later, … Read more
Think Big for Kids, a non-profit organization that helps underprivileged youth discover their untapped potential by providing opportunities for career exploration, mentorship and skills development, will expand into the Atlanta, Chicago and Dallas markets. The organization was developed, in 2016, by tech entrepreneur, and former Tribridge CEO, Tony DiBenedetto – after working with teens at … Read more
By Taylor K. Ranker, II, President, Questmont Strategic Wealth Advisors Have you ever wondered how really, wealthy people, $500 million and up, manage their money? You probably assume they have the best of the best … and you are right. They have access, and resources, to build, or be part of, a family office. A … Read more
Will Weatherford, chair of the board of trustees for the University of South Florida, has recommended Rhea Law as interim president for the college. Law is was previously Of Counsel for Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney and has a long resume of service, both in business and the community in Tampa Bay. She was president, CEO … Read more
The Mike Evans Family Foundation has launched the “13 Pillars of Strength” campaign to 13 people, throughout the Tampa Bay area, who have overcome adversity and made a difference in their communities. Starting in September, the foundation will share a story about an individual who has made a difference spanning 13 weeks, meanwhile raising money … Read more
By Chris Dhanraj, Managing Principal of Investments at CLA & Adam Bourk, Senior Wealth Advisor at CLA 2020 was the year of COVID. 2021 is likely the year of taxes. President Biden’s administration has passed, or proposed, three different spending programs approaching $2 trillion each, and on May 28 proposed a $6 trillion budget. The means … Read more
