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Benchmark International on why they took center ice in downtown Tampa

November 27, 2025November 1, 2025 by Chuck Merlis

Exterior of Benchmark International Arena with the downtown Tampa skyline in the background

TBBW sat down with the Tampa M&A firm to learn more about its biggest move yet.

Tampa Bay legend Derrick Brooks named COO of USF Athletics

October 30, 2025 by Chuck Merlis

Rob Higgins and Derrick Brooks pose together, both wearing suits and making the USF Bulls hand sign to celebrate Brooks’ new role as chief operating officer of USF Athletics.

Tampa icon Derrick Brooks joins USF Athletics as COO, uniting Tampa Bay’s sports and business leadership.

Tampa to host 2029 CFP National Championship

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025 by Chuck Merlis

Exterior of Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, with “Home of the Krewe” signage and Buccaneers branding visible on a sunny day.

Tampa will once again take the national stage as host of the 2029 College Football Playoff National Championship at Raymond James Stadium.

Kai Trump to make LPGA debut at Tampa Bay’s ANNIKA tournament

October 28, 2025 by Chuck Merlis

he ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge sign at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, and a golfer taking a swing on the course under clear skies.

Kai Trump and WNBA star Caitlin Clark bring star power and new audiences to Tampa Bay’s premier LPGA event at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair.

Meet the Tampa firm teaching NFL players life after football

October 23, 2025October 23, 2025 by Chuck Merlis

From the locker room to the boardroom, NFL players are learning what real wealth means after football.

Tampa Bay remembers Doug Martin for more than football

October 19, 2025 by Chuck Merlis

Doug Martin receives a certificate of appreciation from a U.S. Army officer at Schofield Barracks during the 2013 Pro Bowl week.

Doug Martin’s legacy shines through his quiet generosity and service to Tampa Bay.

Baker and Emily Mayfield just gave a Florida Gator the opportunity of a lifetime

October 17, 2025October 17, 2025 by Chuck Merlis

University of Florida football player Charles Emanuel III smiles and shakes hands with teammates as they applaud during a team meeting.

Baker Mayfield’s latest scholarship honors a Florida Gator whose grit mirrors his own rise from walk-on to Heisman winner.

Tampa’s Liquor Depot Event Raises $20K for Mike Alstott Foundation

October 13, 2025 by Chuck Merlis

Liquor Depot owner Trey Lawson and former Buccaneers player Mike Alstott present a $20,000 check to the Mike Alstott Family Foundation at Liquor Depot’s Waters Avenue location in Tampa.

Liquor Depot’s sold-out charity event with Mike Alstott raised $20,000 for Tampa Bay families.

Rob Higgins named USF’s first CEO of Athletics

September 16, 2025September 10, 2025 by Jo-Lynn Brown

The University of South Florida has selected Rob Higgins, longtime executive director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission, as its first chief executive officer of Athletics. Higgins, a USF graduate and former athletics staff member, will return to his alma mater after leading the sports commission since 2004, where he helped bring two Super Bowls, … Read more

Bruce Cassidy Sr. to chair 2026 Senior PGA Championship at The Concession

August 13, 2025 by Jo-Lynn Brown

The PGA of America has named Bruce Cassidy Sr., president of The Concession Golf Club, as general chair of the 2026 Senior PGA Championship, scheduled for April 16–19 at the Bradenton course. Cassidy will lead a host committee of more than 50 division and committee chairs and more than 1,000 volunteers, while also assisting with … Read more