G. Scott Goyer, president and chief executive officer of the YMCA of the Suncoast, has announced his retirement, set for November 27, after a 44-year career with the YMCA movement, including 24 years at the YMCA of the Suncoast. During his tenure, Goyer led the organization through significant growth and community development, expanding its programs … Read more
The Vinoy Resort and Golf Club is working with Chef Lee Wolen and Boka Restaurant Group on a new restaurant, Elliott Aster. Wolen is an award-winning chef partner of Michelin-starred, Boka, Alla Vita and GG’s Chicken Shop, all based in Chicago. Wolen’s menu will feature steak cooked on a wood-burning stove, ranging from a 45-day … Read more
The Tampa Architectural Review Commission unanimously approved design plans for the proposed construction of a new YMCA in the Tampa Heights Historic District. This approval marks a step forward for a planned six-acre mixed-use development, spearheaded by the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA, in collaboration with Ellison Development. “The council’s approval of the YMCA’s design marks … Read more
TD Bank appointed Lindsay August as its regional vice president of greater Tampa Bay. In this role, August will lead a team responsible for small business and commercial banking and lending in the greater Tampa Bay area, Ocala, Gainesville and Lake City markets. She joined TD Bank from Truist, where she was market president. She … Read more
The City of St. Petersburg has named Samantha Bequer its new public information officer. Bequer will manage media relations and serve as one of the City’s main spokespersons and public information liaisons. Bequer, most recently, was communications director for the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation, where she served as the primary spokesperson for the agency … Read more
Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties will rebrand as Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside. The rebranding comes several months after the organization announced its expansion into Hernando County. An extensive name-change process must be conducted for an affiliate to change its localized name. Habitat International’s branding considerations include a three-pronged approach … Read more
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay announce staff changes. Cassie Kackley was named chief development officer, DJ Gothe was named chief financial officer, Cindy Bauer was named chief human resources officer and Cassandra Thomas was named chief marketing officer. Following a strategic transition, all … Read more
Gulf Coast Sourdough, a wholesale bakery in Tampa, sold a part of its business to Tampa-based Bavaro’s Hospitality. The sale includes Gulf Coast Sourdough’s baking facility, in Sulphur Springs, and its associated assets. The restaurant and retail shop, Gulf Coast Sourdough Sandwich House, will remain independent and continue to operate out of its current location, … Read more
Leadership St. Pete, the leadership program of the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, has selected executive and planning committees for the Class of 2025. The LSP Executive Committee includes: LSP Chair: Jenna Stock Wunsch, Raymond James LSP Chair-Elect: Debbie Viveiros, The Bank of Tampa LSP Immediate Past Chair: Leslie Hafer, St. Petersburg College LSP … Read more
Ellianos Coffee, a drive-thru specialty coffee brand based in the Southeast, plans to expand to the Tampa Bay area with an agreement to develop four stores. The company has already expanded into Orlando, and other areas of Central Florida. Ellianos currently operates 54 stores, including eight stores in Jacksonville. The brand’s menu has Signature Creations … Read more
