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Why Tampa founders need to get out of their bubbles

November 17, 2025 by David Bell

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

The Tampa founder who changed youth sports forever: CEO Connect

January 15, 2026November 10, 2025 by Chuck Merlis

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

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

Tampa’s Neen James redefines what leadership really means

April 20, 2026November 5, 2025 by Barbara Lynch

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

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

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

December 20, 2025November 5, 2025 by 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

December 16, 2025August 5, 2025 by 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

December 20, 2025November 27, 2024 by Contributed Content

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

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

Construction begins at Double Branch development in Pasco County

December 24, 2025November 26, 2024 by 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

December 24, 2025November 19, 2024 by Jo-Lynn Brown

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

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

CEO Connect: David Habib spills his saucey secrets

December 21, 2025March 14, 2024 by Hanna Gade

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

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

How David Habib built Yo Mama’s Foods

December 21, 2025January 2, 2024 by Jo-Lynn Brown

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

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