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Edward Valaitis, founder and managing partner of Edison Avenue, in Tampa, launched his book, Exit Like a Winner, in May of 2022. The book is now available as an audiobook, narrated by Valaitis and three professional voice actors. This book is designed to help business owners determine both when to sell, and how to sell,

Clearwater Marine Aquarium has joined zoolife, an innovative network of zoos and sanctuaries around the world that will bring its animals to viewers 24/7, wherever they are. A portion of every pass will go toward CMA conservation efforts. In addition, all new CMA membership plans will include a 1-year subscription to zoolife. zoolife provides access

While starting a business has many benefits, there are challenges that come with being an entrepreneur. Operating and growing a successful business takes a considerable amount of time, investment, hard work and perseverance. One of the most important necessities for entrepreneurs is a sense of community. Entrepreneur’s Organization was designed to provide this for business

Franklin Street has named Garet Marr as regional managing director of the firm’s headquarters, in Tampa. Marr will join Patrick Kelly, regional managing director, in overseeing and growing the firm’s business lines in the Tampa market including insurance, investment sales, capital advisory, leasing, project management and property management. “Over the years, Garet’s dedication and expertise

University Area Community Development Corp. has named LaTiecea Hailey-Brown, former principal of Mort Elementary Community School, as chief operating officer. “LaTiecea truly has a proven track record of success and a passion for our community. We are thrilled to know she will make a positive impact in the University Area overall, as COO at University

Dow Technologies, an independently owned technology distributor, in Tampa, has expanded its partnership with Kicker as its new authorized distributor, in Florida. Dow currently distributes Kicker in Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee. Kicker inventory will now be stocked in Dow’s Atlanta and Tampa locations, for shipping and pickup available to authorized dealers. Kicker Performance Audio products,

Two Tampa Bay serial entrepreneurs have launched a new platform designed to support the mental health side of youth athletics. Co-founders Brian Kornfeld, the previous chief executive officer of Synapse, and Dan Greco, CEO and managing partner for Ark Applications and a former board member for Synapse, came up with the idea for MaxU, the

The Vibes of the Bay festival, brought to you by Symphonic Distribution, is returning Saturday, September 30,, at 4 p.m., in Ybor City, at The Crowbar. Admission is free as long as you RSVP or pay $10 at the door. The event, which is in its seventh year, plans to feature more than twenty local

Adaptability was essential during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. For many businesspeople, remote work was necessary. As a result, entrepreneurs like Akshay Bhuva, chief executive officer and founder of Kitchenery, used his household kitchen appliances more frequently. The more Bhuva spent time in his kitchen, the more he realized how chaotic the appliance experience

Veransa Group, a Sarasota organic compost supplier and provider of recycling services, has named Dave Vaughn as chief executive officer. Vaughn will oversee the company’s operations, managing integrations of acquisitions and greenfield locations, and the development of compost and other sustainable, reuse products. Vaughn brings more than 35 years of experience in the environmental services

Ideal Image, based in Tampa, has named Physician Tara Margarella as chief medical officer. In her new role, Margarella will lead Ideal Image’s innovation pipeline and medical team, reporting directly to Sharon Leite, chief executive officer, according to a press statement. Margarella will lead Ideal Image’s medical board, overseeing the company’s medical affairs and medical

Leadership Tampa Bay has named its incoming class members for 2024. Leadership Tampa Bay’s mission has been to engage its members with businesses and community leaders to enhance knowledge of regional assets and issues. The program is designed to identify the Tampa Bay area’s regional strengths and to delve into issues facing the region. View