Company Spotlight: Kast Construction

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You’ve probably seen Kast Construction banners on various projects around the Tampa Bay area. Founded in West Palm Beach, Kast Construction has been behind some of the largest projects in the Tampa Bay area, since 2011. In 2016, it established its Tampa office. The company has two new towers planned in 2020, including Saltaire in … Read more

A new normal for Tampa Bay’s office market

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It’s nearly impossible to discuss the state of Tampa Bay’s commercial real estate market without addressing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of which remain unknown. The silver lining is that most U.S. commercial real estate markets entered this crisis in solid shape and that is especially true of the Tampa Bay area. Our … Read more

Listen to Learn and Lead: A Discussion

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A discussion between Tampa Bay African American leaders on how our leadership community can help with current racial tensions.

Moderators: Bridgette Bello, CEO and Publisher, Tampa Bay Business and Wealth Magazine

Rick Homans, CEO and President, Tampa Bay Partnership

Panelists:

Bemetra Simmons, Chief Strategy and Operations Officer, United Way Suncoast

Biran Butler, CEO and President, Vistra Communications

Hugh Campbell, Co-Founder, AC4S Technologies

Tonjua Williams, President, St. Petersburg College

Contact information for the Diversity and Inclusion Organizations that provide DEI Assessments and training

Inclusivity provides Cultural Competence/Diversity Equity and Inclusion Training and Assessments.

https://inclusivityllc.com/

[email protected]

216-798-8979

Community Tampa Bay does board training and youth leadership and workshops around diversity, equity and inclusion.

https://www.communitytampabay.org/

[email protected]

813-758-5410

 

LEMA Construction and PDQ partner to feed health care workers at AdventHealth

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LEMA Construction and PDQ restaurants worked together to help give back during the COVID-19 pandemic. On May 28, LEMA Construction and PDQ started efforts to drop off nearly 150 meals, to health care professionals at AdventHealth locations, in the Tampa Bay area. “LEMA Construction is proud to partner with our friends from PDQ and their … Read more

Virage Bayshore Tower opens to first residents

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Construction on the 24-story Virage condominium tower, on Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa, is now complete and residents have started moving in. Sixty-nine of the 71 residences were pre-sold, representing more than $120 million in real estate, according to a statement. “We are so proud of the construction team, for staying the course, in this challenging … Read more

The State of Real Estate: Key trends impacting the Tampa Bay market in 2020

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What are the biggest trends impacting commercial real estate in 2020? How are they affecting the Tampa Bay market? At Cushman & Wakefield’s recent Tampa Bay State of Real Estate event, national and local experts tackled these questions through a series of engaging presentations and panels, offering insight on everything from the national economy to … Read more

Of sand & surf, fairways & greens

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With about two-thirds of the planet covered by ocean currents, it’s only logical that many of the world’s best golf courses are situated seaside. Luckily for Tampa Bay area residents, 45 holes of golf’s dreamiest Caribbean treasures are close by, alongside the Dominican Republic’s east coast at Puntacana Resort & Club. Here, small-ball enthusiasts find … Read more

Opinion: The invisible threat of domestic violence continues, even during a pandemic

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Much of our attention, as Americans, has been focused on the effects of the current crisis related to our finances and health. Millions are adjusting to being suddenly unemployed, working from home and adhering to shelter in place orders. Wage loss, job insecurity and lack of access to resources plague our communities with worry and … Read more

Beacon Health Advocates: Concierge advocacy for cancer patients and caregivers

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The pandemic presented unique challenges for those stricken with cancer. Medical resources are increasingly channeled toward those with COVID-19. Oncology patients can find themselves lost in the shuffle. Vital appointments may be rescheduled; treatments are being delayed. Quarantine protocols can make it difficult for the family to visit hospitalized loved ones. Throughout all these challenges, … Read more