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Why Tampa founders need to get out of their bubbles

November 17, 2025 | David Bell

The DOMINATE Summit revealed why Tampa founders must break out of isolation to stay sharp in mindset and strategy.

A Tampa Bay entrepreneur sits at a desk in a suit, thinking deeply as a cloud of symbols floats above him. The thought bubble shows icons for technology, innovation, cities, global challenges, gears and arrows symbolizing growth and change. The scene illustrates big ideas and the future of business.

The Tampa founder who changed youth sports forever: CEO Connect

November 10, 2025 | Chuck Merlis

At TBBW’s CEO Connect, Frank Fiume shared how he built i9 Sports into a national franchise and redefined success after the sale.

Frank Fiume speaks on stage during Tampa Bay Business & Wealth’s CEO Connect event holding a microphone

Tampa’s Neen James redefines what leadership really means

November 5, 2025 | Barbara Lynch

Neen James transforms luxury from a status symbol into a leadership strategy rooted in intention and attention.

Neen James speaks with her publisher during the launch of Exceptional Experiences at Oxford Exchange in Tampa, surrounded by guests and floral décor.

Defense contractor moving HQ to Tampa and invest $20M in region

November 5, 2025 | Chuck Merlis

Defense contractor Orion Edge is moving its headquarters to Tampa, investing $20M and adding 20 high-wage jobs.

$5M sale closes at Fountain Plaza in West Tampa

August 5, 2025 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Avison Young arranges a $5M sale of Fountain Plaza, a West Tampa retail center on MacDill Avenue.

For Tampa Bay owners, your business Is the real asset

November 27, 2024 | Contributed Content

For many Tampa Bay business owners, value extends beyond a full sale to smarter exit and recap strategies.

M&A chess pieces beside a view of Tampa’s downtown skyline, symbolizing business value beyond financial statements.

Construction begins at Double Branch development in Pasco County

November 26, 2024 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Construction has begun on the first phase of the 965-acre Double Branch mixed-use development in Pasco County, anchored by large-scale industrial space.

Peak Surf Park secures land in Pasco County, targets 2027 opening

November 19, 2024 | Jo-Lynn Brown

Peak Surf Park plans a surf-focused destination in Pasco County as part of a large-scale mixed-use development, targeting a 2027 opening.

Rendering of a planned surf park in Pasco County featuring a wave lagoon, palm-lined beach, and surfers in a resort-style setting

CEO Connect: David Habib spills his saucey secrets

March 14, 2024 | Hanna Gade

David Habib discusses scaling Yo Mama’s Foods from a Clearwater kitchen to national retail during a live CEO Connect interview.

David Habib speaks on stage during a CEO Connect interview with Bridgette Bello at the Motor Enclave in Tampa

How David Habib built Yo Mama’s Foods

January 2, 2024 | Jo-Lynn Brown

From his family kitchen in Clearwater, David Habib built Yo Mama’s Foods into a national clean-label brand sold in 24,000 stores.

Yo Mama’s Foods founder David Habib sits among pallets of packaged sauces inside the company’s Clearwater warehouse

How Rick Brandt scaled a family business into a global brand

February 9, 2023 | Jo-Lynn Brown

How Rick Brandt used acquisitions and a Tampa headquarters to scale a family ag business into a global company.

Rick Brandt stands in a Tampa office overlooking the skyline, reflecting on Brandt’s growth from a family business into a global company.

Should starting a business be your next career move?

November 24, 2020 | Contributed Content

If your career feels stagnant, these signs can help you decide if now’s the time to start a new business.