Thought Leadership

Thought Leadership

Commentary and analysis from executives and contributors on leadership, strategy and market conditions across the region.

Why founders struggle to sell at the peak of success

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Two business professionals shaking hands across a desk, symbolizing a high-stakes business decision and the moment of transition during a company sale.

Founders often resist selling when performance peaks, even though that moment is when buyers place the highest value on the business.

Why Tampa Bay’s middle-market M&A activity remains strong

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Business leaders finalize a deal during a meeting alongside a view of Tampa’s downtown skyline.

As Tampa Bay moves toward 2026, mergers and acquisitions activity across the region continues to gain momentum, particularly in the middle market. Strong population growth, a resilient local economy and a business-friendly environment continue to attract both strategic and financial buyers. At the same time, a growing number of founder-led companies are approaching succession decisions. … Read more

How does philanthropy fuel Tampa Bay’s economic growth?

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Aerial view of downtown Tampa showing the Hillsborough River, Riverwalk, high-rise office towers and neighborhoods stretching toward Tampa Bay under a bright blue sky.

Data shows how philanthropy powers Tampa Bay’s economic growth by strengthening the systems that help people and businesses thrive.

How CareerSource’s new CEO is rebuilding Tampa Bay’s workforce

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CareerSource Tampa Bay logo featuring four geometric shapes in orange, green, blue, and light blue, arranged in a triangular formation with the words “CareerSource” in green and orange and “TAMPA BAY” in blue.

CareerSource Tampa Bay CEO Keidrian Kunkel is reimagining how the region develops, connects and retains talent.