Tampa-based XTEND to go public in $1.5B merger
XTEND’s Tampa headquarters anchors a planned $1.5B Nasdaq merger with JFB.
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Isla Maritime opens Port Richey headquarters as Pasco growth accelerates
Marine salvage firm Isla Maritime establishes Gulf Coast headquarters in Port Richey.
Big Frog grows to 75 stores, plans 10 more in 2026
The Dunedin franchisor is using AI to speed production without losing the human touch.
Why childcare matters to Pinellas employers
Reliable childcare underpins workforce stability, employer retention and long-term economic health across Pinellas County.
Israeli medtech firm opens Palmetto HQ, plans 100 jobs
The new Palmetto headquarters combines manufacturing and surgeon training with plans to add about 100 jobs.
Revive Design expands to Orlando with 5,000 SF showroom
Revive Design and Renovation opens a 5,000 SF Winter Park showroom, marking its first expansion beyond Tampa Bay.
Tampa real estate market enters a more selective phase
Tampa’s commercial real estate market is growing, but investors are moving more carefully.
National firms back $6.8B Gas Plant District proposal
National firms and local organizations line up behind a $6.8B Gas Plant District redevelopment proposal.
Tampa Bay’s growth is no accident: 2026 outlook
Why Tampa Bay’s economy is entering 2026 with balance, momentum and long-term fundamentals firmly in place.
Spectrum to celebrate new call center, announce 700 new jobs
Spectrum is set to open a new call center, in Largo, Florida, and bring 700 new jobs to the area. The new residential inbound sales call center represents a significant investment in the Tampa Bay workforce, according to Spectrum. Officials from the company will discuss the economic benefits of the facility and the job opportunities … Read more