The Conversation Recession Is Here, and Your Business Is Not Ready
Americans are talking less, and the decline could reshape how companies sell, lead and build trust.
No Man Is An Island: The Role of Relationships in Entrepreneurial Success
Early in my career, I had an irrational overreliance on myself. I needed to be the one who did everything, solved every problem, and knew everything. Looking back, that mindset definitely held me back, and if I’m being completely honest, it was probably an issue of ego. I grew up poor, and despite having a … Read more
Unlock Your MVP—A Blueprint to Building A Business That Serves You
Not all great stories start with a happy beginning This story starts with a mortgage that was due and a fridge that was empty. That means tough decisions were ahead. He walked to the closet and pulled out a prize possession. He looked at it twice before he listed it on Ebay, then the bids … Read more
What’s Your Business Really Worth? Why Pricing is the Make-or-Break Step in Any Sale
Ask ten business owners what their company is worth, and you’ll get ten different numbers — most of them wrong. Some anchor to what they’ve poured in emotionally. Others guess at a multiple a friend mentioned. Neither holds up once a serious buyer starts asking questions. The Cost of Getting It Wrong Every business has … Read more
Private Credit: A Growing Financing Tool for Tampa Bay Businesses
Private credit has become an increasingly important part of the capital landscape, particularly for founder-led and middle-market companies navigating growth, acquisitions, and more complex financing needs. While traditional banks remain essential to the financial system, many businesses are finding that conventional lending does not always align with the timing, structure, or flexibility required to pursue … Read more
Tampa Bay’s M&A Boom Is Creating a New Risk for Buyers
Winning a deal is only the start. The real risks emerge when diligence never reaches the contract.
The Exit Playbook: What Every Business Owner Should Know Before Selling
Why deals fail, what buyers want and how to prepare your business for a successful sale.
Tampa General uses 3D printing in heart procedures
Tampa General is using 3D heart models to improve cardiac procedures and patient care.
AI interior images look real. But can they be built?
Interior designers say more clients are arriving with AI-generated images that look complete but often cannot be built. Those images, produced by widely available tools, present polished interiors with balanced layouts. They often ignore how materials actually perform, construction limitations and building codes, which means designers spend more time translating digital concepts into plans that … Read more
Community Foundation awards $2M in scholarships
Donor-backed scholarships continue to grow, expanding access and shaping student outcomes.