Industry Insights

December 12, 2025

Technology, the Company Holiday Party, and Avoiding the Naughty List

No company wants to wake up the day after the holiday party and find that its organization’s CEO or VP have been added to the naughty list, and all the world knows.

November 28, 2025

Q & A with Dan Veitkus, CEO & Managing Partner of Corsica Partners, LLC

Dan Veitkus, CEO & Managing Partner of Corsica Partners, LLC, a global strategic talent management firm, has been a member of the Gulf Coast CEO Forum since 2019.

November 14, 2025

Recent Changes to Warranty Requirements for New Homes Impact Contractor Agreements

The new law which began as Florida House Bill 623 was approved during last year’s state legislative session, and became effective as law on July 1, 2025, as Section 553.837, Florida Statutes.

October 10, 2025

Andrick & Associates Champions Local Advantage in a Digital Age

For Andrick & Associates, staying local is a business edge.

October 10, 2025

The Empty Trust Problem: Why Creating a Trust Isn’t Enough

September 12, 2025

Using Artificial Intelligence Intelligently

While AI can be a helpful tool, it is important to remember that AI is not infallible. Here are some simple, practical tips to help you use AI tools safely and confidently.

September 5, 2025

More Than Builders: Holtz's Role as a Trusted Partner in Luxury Real Estate Development

Holtz Builders has built its reputation on more than just quality craftsmanship-it’s earned the trust of developers, investors, and communities by being a collaborative partner in high-end real estate development.

August 8, 2025

Using a Separate Writing to Devise Tangible Personal Property

TPP generally refers to physical items that you can touch and move, including furniture, jewelry, artwork, personal effects, and vehicles.

August 1, 2025

Holtz Builders Expands Its Footprint in Florida — Next Stop: Hospitality

Following disaster recovery success, HBI gears up to bring its construction expertise to Southwest Florida.

July 25, 2025

Q and A with Vladimir Ljesevic, Managing Partner and Co-founder of CMPSE (‘Compose’): Gulf Coast CEO Board of Directors

Since 2011, the Gulf Coast CEO Forum has served as a resource for and by our region’s business leaders.

July 18, 2025

Local Connections Power Andrick’s Printing and Direct Mail Success

In an era dominated by online transactions and outsourced services, Sarasota-based Andrick & Associates has embraced a different approach: staying local.

July 11, 2025

Speeding, Boating, and Geography? A Primer for New Laws Taking Effect July 1

With the start of the state's fiscal year, newly passed legislation takes effect. Learn more about some of the new laws that may affect your everyday life.

July 4, 2025

Making a Splash

Wilderness at the Smokies expanded with Holtz Builders—40,000 square feet, zero disruption, award-winning results.

June 27, 2025

Q and A with Patrick Del Medico, Executive Partner, Owner and the Chief Operating Officer of Shepherd Insurance: Gulf Coast CEO Board of Directors

Patrick Del Medico provides insight into his experience with the Gulf Coast CEO Forum in this exclusive Q&A.

June 13, 2025

Hurricane Preparedness Plans: Is Your Business Ready for a Visit from Jim Cantore?

Businesses should be aware - before a storm - of what each of its insurance policies cover, applicable deductibles, and requirements to successfully make a claim.

June 6, 2025

Restoring Community, Rebuilding Futures: Holtz Builders in Fort Myers Beach

Holtz Builders has always believed that construction is about more than bricks and beams—it’s about building stronger communities.

May 30, 2025

Q and A with Doug Walters, Managing Partner for Walters & Associates, CPAs: Gulf Coast CEO Forum Member and Chair

Doug Walters with Walter & Associates, CPAs shares his experience as a member of the Gulf Coast CEO Forum and Board of Directors’ Chair.

May 16, 2025

Why Local Still Works: How Andrick & Associates Proves Relationships Matter

Based right here in town, Andrick and Associates is entering their 5th Decade of providing full service commercial printing and expert direct mail services in our local market.

May 9, 2025

Debunking the Myths about Lead Based Paint

Although many people are aware of the potential hazards of lead-based paint, there is a lot of confusion on the topic.

May 2, 2025

Transformation in Motion: Holtz Builders Helps Rebuild Fort Myers Beach

When powerful hurricanes tore through Fort Myers Beach in recent years—leaving devastation, displacement, and uncertainty in their wake—stepping in to help was a natural next step for Holtz Builders.

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