Spartan Contracting expands into Texas, opens new Tampa Bay headquarters

Spartan Contracting Corporation, a commercial contracting and construction management firm based in Tampa, announced its expansion into the Southwest U.S. and the opening of a new corporate headquarters in Oldsmar. To support regional growth, Spartan has relocated two team members to the Dallas–Fort Worth area and will focus, initially, on projects in Texas and Arizona, … Read more

The Last Toast: Mise en Place embarks on a new chapter in Ybor City

It wasn’t a spreadsheet or a business plan that sealed the decision for Maryann Ferenc and Chef Marty Blitz. It was a feeling. Standing inside Casa Gomez, one of the historic buildings at the center of Ybor City’s revitalization, the two looked at each other—tears in their eyes. After nearly four decades building Mise en … Read more

Commercial Residential Aluminum acquired by Garden City Equity

Commercial Residential Aluminum, a Venice-based provider of outdoor aluminum products for residential and commercial use, has been acquired by Garden City Equity, the companies announced. Hyde Park Capital served as the exclusive investment banker on the deal. Founded in 1992, CRA operates three facilities across the state and produces patio enclosures, fencing, railings and other … Read more

$5M sale closes at Fountain Plaza in West Tampa

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

Sirata Beach Resort completes $25 million renovation, to join Hilton’s Tapestry Collection (PHOTOS)

Sirata Beach Resort has completed a $25 million renovation of its guest rooms, suites, lobby and fitness center. The beachfront property, which has been a staple along the Gulf Coast since the 1960s, is owned and managed by Columbia Sussex. The property will transition into a Tapestry Collection by Hilton property, following the completion of … Read more

Island estate in Siesta Key listed for $15.9 million (PHOTOS)

A new listing in Siesta Key combines privacy and waterfront access. Located at 4315 Mangrove Place, the six-bedroom, six-bathroom estate sits on South Cocoanut Bayou Island, a private residential enclave with only four homes. The asking price is $15.95 million. The home includes a separate guest house, with its own elevator, more than 7,000 square … Read more

How Shai Egosi turned Pool Perfection into a tech-driven powerhouse

Most pool company owners don’t grow up riding tractors through Israeli farmland, pioneering a lawn mowing business at age 11 or establishing call centers in Nicaragua. But Shai Egosi has never done things the conventional way. The turnaround chief executive, and exiting owner, of Pool Perfection in Largo, Egosi has built a reputation in Tampa … Read more

Tampa Bay Innovation Center names new CEO

The Tampa Bay Innovation Center has named Rebecca Brown its new chief executive officer. Brown, a former Goldman Sachs executive and founder of Core Satellite Partners, has more than 20 years of experience in entrepreneurship, finance and innovation. Best known for co-founding the consumer brand Solemates and mentoring tech founders through Tampa Bay Wave, Brown … Read more

$12 million grand penthouse unveiled at Viceroy Residences Clearwater Beach (RENDERINGS)

The Viceroy Residences Clearwater Beach has unveiled its Grand Penthouse, a $12 million full-floor residence. Developed by BH3 Management and U.S. Development, the Viceroy Residences mark the hospitality brand’s first branded residential living project on Florida’s west coast. The development will include 86 private residences, across two nine-story towers, delivering resort-style amenities. Sales have launched … Read more