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Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa has completed more than $65 million in renovations, including nearly 350 new slot machines, a revamped buffet and updates to 240 smoke-free hotel

The Bank of Tampa has appointed Frank Territo as its chief of staff and director of investor relations. In his new role, Territo will join the bank’s executive committee and

Former Florida Senate President Tom Lee has been named chief executive officer of the newly established Pepin Family Office. In his role, Lee will oversee strategic initiatives, manage investment efforts

Butler Weihmuller Katz Craig, a Tampa law firm, has named Tenille Turner-Trigg as its first female chief operating officer. Turner-Trigg, a Tampa native, has been with the firm for over

The Hotel Zamora, located in St. Pete Beach, has reopened following a $7.5 million renovation that transformed the property into a 4-star luxury hotel. The project also introduced Azura Coastal

Fifteen startups join the initiative aimed at advancing cybersecurity innovation

Miller Electric is set to be acquired by EMCOR Group (NYSE: EME), a provider of mechanical and electrical construction services, as well as industrial and energy infrastructure services. The transaction,

Eduardo Iniguez has been named chief executive officer of Nickelytics, a mobility-focused advertising firm based in Tampa and owned by Kiwibot, a robotics company. Iniguez, who has more than 15

Creative Contractors, a commercial contractor based in Clearwater, recently completed two major projects: the Genshaft & Greenbaum Building of Learning and Discovery at Tampa Preparatory School and a gymnasium addition

BayCare has announced leadership changes following the upcoming retirements of two key executives. Nikki Daily, currently vice president for Total Rewards, will succeed Kyle Barr as chief human resources officer

Rivero, Gordimer & Company, a Tampa-based accounting firm, has promoted Karl N. Swan to shareholder. Swan, who has been with the firm for over 14 years, becomes RGCO’s 10th shareholder.

Steve Hope was appointed chief financial officer of Moss, a national construction firm, with a presence in the Tampa Bay market. Hope succeeds Dan Wobby, who has served as CFO