Major Sarasota real estate firm to move into 400 Central in downtown St. Pete

Michael Saunders & Company will open a new office at 400 Central, adding another major tenant to the landmark St. Pete tower.

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A twilight aerial view of downtown St. Petersburg with the 46-story Residences at 400 Central tower illuminated; Michael Saunders & Company logo displayed on the right.
How did Jake Kurtz build Brick Media? Brick by brick

How Jake Kurtz turned a $500 side hustle into one of Tampa’s fastest-growing social media agencies.

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Professional headshot of Jake Kurtz smiling in a navy blazer, placed inside a circular frame on a blue gradient background with the words “Brick By Brick” in bold white text.
Meet Dieumerci Christel, whose journey from a refugee camp is reshaping student-teacher connections

Born in a Tanzanian refugee camp, Dieumerci Christel is building Enlightapp to help schools strengthen connection and student engagement.

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Dieumerci Christel sitting in a conference room wearing an NDSU sweatshirt while working on Enlightapp.
How CareerSource’s new CEO is rebuilding Tampa Bay’s workforce

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

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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.
Is Trump’s proposed 50-Year mortgage all it’s cracked up to be?

A new 50 year mortgage could open doors for buyers but also raise prices and increase long term risk.

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Composite image showing former President Donald Trump next to a suburban home with rooftop solar panels and a backyard pool.
Fresh Kitchen announces biggest menu changes in 11 Years

Fresh Kitchen confirms its largest menu shift since 2014 with a full move to 100% seed oil-free cooking and a new rosemary chicken.

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Florida ends lease tax, Tampa businesses celebrate

A decades-long burden on Florida’s commercial tenants and landlords ends this month, and the Tampa Bay business community is ready to raise a glass. On Sept. 30, the state’s sales

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A close-up of a financial statement showing monthly payment details, symbolizing the end of Florida’s commercial lease tax and the financial relief now available to Tampa businesses.
Before You Launch That Business: What You Really Need to Know About Cash Flow

A quick guide to cash flow for new businesses and how it shapes survival.

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Before You Launch That Business: What You Really Need to Know About Cash Flow by David Bell
South Tampa Chamber announces award winners and unveils new logo

The South Tampa Chamber hosted their annual meeting and awards dinner on March 3, 2022, at Peter O. Knight Airport. After recounting some of the chamber’s achievements from the past

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South Tampa Chamber of Commerce announces 2022 Board of Directors

The South Tampa Chamber announced its 2022 Board of Directors. The board will be led by Rebekah Nault, account manager and community relations representative for PBX-Change. She has been involved

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