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April 7, 2026

Naples Realtor tackles $271 million listing

Tim Savage has been tasked to sell one of the most expensive residential properties in the nation. He's confident he'll find the right buyer.

March 12, 2026

Sarasota best-selling author, speaker overcame teenage trauma

Simone Knego overcame some crushing teenage trauma to lead a life of confidence — and consistent accomplishments. Now she encourages others to do the same.

March 10, 2026

St. Pete entrepreneur aims to outsmart AI algorithms with startup

Jon Mest, winner of a spARK Labs by Ark Invest’s Innovation Showcase, is choosing to bootstrap his way with his startup ChatRank.

March 4, 2026

Tampa entrepreneur invests in European soccer clubs

Not yet 30, Will Freeman is adding to his already-long entrepreneurial resume with a headfirst dive into pro sports investing.

Health Care

April 24, 2026

Sarasota dental company gets $95M in capital through 'strategic transaction'

Dental Care Alliance has reduced its debt, increased capital and extended its debt maturities.

April 23, 2026

Sarasota company acquires Pinellas dental practice

Parkview Dental Partners has acquired VIP Dental Center.

April 23, 2026

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Largo names new CEO

Nolan Willoughby brings nine years experience in hospital operations and finance to the CEO role.

Residential Real Estate

April 25, 2026

Assisted-living facility near downtown Sarasota wins rezoning approval

On second reading, a divided Sarasota City Commission approves Alderman Oaks rezoning without a site plan, opening the door for proposed renovation.

April 23, 2026

Fort Myers contractor to rebuild two Sanibel condo communities

Both complexes were severely damaged during Hurricane Ian and are being completely rebuilt.

April 22, 2026

Naples waterfront house sells for $40 million

The Port Royal house is just the latest residential property in the city to top $30 million.

Naples waterfront house sells for $40 million

The Port Royal house is just the latest residential property in the city to top $30 million.

Florida commercial real estate veteran dies at 71

Stickney Point questions prompt delay for lawmakers' $20M vote

Charlotte County gas station sold to 7-Eleven in Dallas for $2.4 million

Manatee County storage facility sells for $5.2 million

Naples Realtor tackles $271 million listing

Sarasota best-selling author, speaker overcame teenage trauma

St. Pete entrepreneur aims to outsmart AI algorithms with startup

Tampa entrepreneur invests in European soccer clubs

White Castle, Sarasota company to deploy 1K burger kiosks across US

Ford's Garage announces leadership changes amid expansion

Whataburger expands Tampa Bay presence with second location

Sarasota restaurant closing on Main Street seeks new space

Tampa's Sila Realty Trust sold for $2.4 billion

Naples financial services and senior care firm names new president

Rapidly growing payments tech firm embraces Tampa for talent

SWFL employee-owned wealth management firm hits $1B in assets

Sarasota dental company gets $95M in capital through 'strategic transaction'

Sarasota company acquires Pinellas dental practice

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Largo names new CEO

Assisted-living facility near downtown Sarasota wins rezoning approval

Fort Myers contractor to rebuild two Sanibel condo communities

Naples waterfront house sells for $40 million

White Castle, Sarasota company to deploy 1K burger kiosks across US

Sarasota company acquires Pinellas dental practice

Fort Myers contractor to rebuild two Sanibel condo communities

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Largo names new CEO

Leadership transition in family business can create new opportunities

Defeating impostor syndrome requires responding to self-doubt with clarity, confidence

Fair or equal? How to split up ownership of a family business

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