Economy
Spotlight On: Bill Schifino, Tampa Office Managing Shareholder, Gunster
By: Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read December 2019 — A greater number of law firms in the Tampa Bay market may be a concern to some but for firms in the Tampa Bay region, these new legal-focused businesses are welcomed. Bill Schifino, the managing shareholder for...
Face Off: Hot Hotel Market to Remain Steadfast Into 2020
By: Max Crampton-Thomas4 min read December 2019 — Hospitality may be one of the most competitive industries in Florida, and in an economically thriving region like Tampa Bay the competition is only heightened. To rise to the top of this crowded market takes leadership...
Top 5 Thanksgiving ‘To Do’s’ in the Bay
By: Max Crampton-Thomas4 min read November 2019 — Thanksgiving season has once again descended upon the Tampa Bay region. While the holiday is traditionally known for the three F’s, food, family and football, there are other options available to those in the Tampa Bay...
Spotlight On: Neil Callaghan, Brand Manager, Cigar City Brewing
By: Max Crampton-Thomas2 min read November 2019 — The Tampa Bay region is known for having and being headquarters to a wide variety of business types. While all these businesses contribute to the local economy and community in various ways, perhaps one of the most...
Spotlight On: Scott Zuckerman, Principal, Domus Construction
By: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read November 2019 — Philadelphia-area general contractor Domus was established in 1976. The company has now become a $100-million construction firm with expertise in managing housing, restaurants, retail/commercial and academic construction...
Spotlight On: Donna Chamberlain, Managing Principal, BDO USA
By: Felipe Rivas 2 min read November 2019 — Rapid growth in Charlotte is attracting families and young professionals, as well as local and international companies. BDO USA, with help from the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance, has been at the forefront of helping...
Thanksgiving in the Queen City
By: Felipe Rivas 2 min read November 2019— Gratitude, family, fellowship, outdoor activities, turkey, gravy, and shopping are some of the characteristics closely associated with Thanksgiving Day, and the Queen City offers no shortage of any of these during the fourth...
Spotlight On: Jeff Burns, Founder & CEO, Affiliated Development
By: Max Crampton-Thomas 4 min read November 2019 — To be a successful developer in today’s real estate climate, a company must not only be professional but also in tune with regional and global trends as well as stewards for fulfilling a community’s needs. Affiliated...
Spotlight On: Keith Koenig, CEO & Chairman, City Furniture/Broward Workshop
By: Max Crampton-Thomas 4 min read November 2019 — Acting as both the CEO of his company City Furniture and the Chairman of the Broward Workshop, Keith Koenig provides a unique perspective and insight on various facets of business and progress being made in Broward...
Can Demand Meet Supply?
By: Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read November 2019 — 4,500. That is the number of new hotel rooms expected to come online between now and 2024. This additional inventory will be on top of the 34,000 existing rooms already available in Broward County. New hotel...