Peak Surf Park secures land in Pasco County, targets 2027 opening
Peak Surf Park plans a surf-focused destination in Pasco County as part of a large-scale mixed-use development, targeting a 2027 opening.
Tampa Bay Business News and Top Stories
TBBW’s top stories track the business news shaping Tampa Bay, from major deals and expansions to leadership moves and market shifts.
Updated daily, this section highlights the reporting you need to stay informed about the region’s most important business developments.
Tampa steakhouse plans to open on St. Pete Beach
Malio’s Prime Steakhouse, a Tampa steak and seafood restaurant, has announced plans to open a location on St. Pete Beach. The new location, at 4945 Gulf Blvd., is expected to open in early 2025, as Malio’s Beach House. Malio’s posted on its Instagram page: “Excited to announce the opening of our new restaurant, coming to … Read more
TBBW announces winners of the 2024 Philanthropists of the Year Awards (PHOTOS)
Tampa Bay Business and Wealth held its 4th annual Philanthropists of the Year Awards at the Armature Works, in Tampa. Winners and photos below. Nearly 300 people gathered to honor finalists, and winners, and this year, raise funds for hurricane relief efforts. Through a raffle with donated items, $40,000 was raised to be divided up … Read more
Forvis Mazars’ global network is poised for growth in the U.S. and beyond
Forvis, one of the leading accounting and consulting firms in the United States, has made significant strides in expanding its global reach through the formation of a global network with Mazars, an international accounting and advisory group. The organization is now known as Forvis Mazars in the U.S., and internationally. This strategic move has enhanced … Read more
ServisFirst Bank names new market president for West Central Florida
ServisFirst Bank has appointed Brent Dykstra as market president for West Central Florida. Dykstra, a banking professional with more than 22 years of experience in the Sarasota and Venice markets, will lead the bank’s strategic growth and operations in the area. Dykstra joined ServisFirst Bank in 2019, as executive vice president and senior commercial banker, … Read more
Aviation Authority Board votes on new TPA CEO
The board made the announcement in a board meeting Tuesday.
It’s official: Historic merger creates one of the largest Boys & Girls Clubs in the U.S.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast and Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay have officially joined forces, forming one of the largest nonprofit after-school providers in Florida and marking one of the biggest Boys & Girls Clubs mergers in the country. This strategic partnership aims to serve more youth across the Tampa Bay … Read more
Scenes from CEO Connect with Kelly Boyd-Rivera (PHOTOS & VIDEO)
Tampa Bay Business and Wealth held its October CEO Connect with Kelly Boyd-Rivera, founder and CEO of Cadmus Dental Labs, in Tampa. The event was held at the University Club, in Tampa. The event was sponsored by Hyde Park Capital, Northern Trust, Shumaker and The William Stanley Group. Photos are by Tacy Briggs-Troncoso | Video … Read more
Gonzmart family donates $1 million for USF On-Campus Stadium
The University of South Florida has announced another major donation. The Gonzmart Family Foundation has gifted the school $1 million to support its new on-campus stadium. The Gonzmart Family Foundation, led by Richard Gonzmart, Casey Gonzmart Sr., Andrea Gonzmart Williams and Casey Gonzmart Jr., represents fourth- and fifth-generation owners of the Columbia Restaurant Group. Richard … Read more
New leadership and key milestones highlight Tampa Bay EDC Annual Meeting
The Tampa Bay Economic Development Council celebrated its 15th anniversary at its annual “Level Up” meeting, on Nov. 5, unveiling its 2025 leadership, honoring local business achievements and sharing its latest economic milestones. The EDC appointed Ron Christaldi, of Shumaker, as the new chair, alongside vice chair Archie Collins, of TECO, Secretary/Treasurer Thomas Benford, of … Read more