Construction begins at Double Branch development in Pasco County

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

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.

BRANDT named official Plant Health Partner of Tampa Bay Sun FC

Tampa Bay Sun FC, the first professional women’s soccer team in Tampa, announced a multi-year partnership with BRANDT, an agricultural services company, in Tampa. The Tampa Bay Sun and BRANDT plan to develop a consumer program to address food waste. The program will include a range of initiatives such as awareness campaigns, reduction strategies and … Read more

Things to do: GLOW24’s Women in Business Conference

GLOW24, which stands for growth, leadership, ownership, well-being and wealth, will hold its 2024 Women in Business Conference, on March 28, at Hotel Haya, in Tampa. The conference features Rita Lowman, of the HooperWill Group, as keynote speaker, and several other Tampa Bay leaders including Tampa Bay Business & Wealth’s Chief Executive Officer and Publisher … Read more

Sandy Murman named chair of Team Future Leadership Council 

Shumaker Advisors Vice President and Principal Sandra L. “Sandy” Murman has been named chair of the American Children’s Campaigns Team Future Leadership Council. Team Future is comprised of former policymakers, citizens, retired professionals and executives and front-line staff of children and family-focused organizations who develop a unified awareness front for Florida’s children in three broad … Read more

A new alternative to traditional insurance

By Hunter Williams, partner at M.E. Wilson In recent years, Florida business owners have seen a dramatic increase in the cost of insuring their operations against a multitude of risks. Whether that be property, liability or even auto insurance costs, business owners often face little to no control over unstable premiums and decreasing coverages. A … Read more