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Ripple Effect

Ripple Effect

A rising tide of collaboration is buoying St. Petersburg's marine industry cluster. To Larry Langebrake, the past five years must feel like a blur. Or perhaps a wave that continues to build. The tide of... more

Education on the Go

Education on the Go

Like many entrepreneurs on the fast track, Tom Cannon sought a crash course in strategic planning. The BungoBox franchisor got up to speed using the Rollins Business Accelerator. With the tough economy locked tighter than... more

Right Place, Right Timing

Right Place, Right Timing

Thanks to a mix of fortitude and location, both Pasco County and lead housing community Concord Station have set their sights on better days ahead. By Michael Candelaria   Mark Metheny readily acknowledges that the... more

Smart Spaces

Smart Spaces

Orlando’s Creative Village and Tampa’s Encore Project have designs on reviving their local economies. by Kristen Manieri It’s been more than two decades since the phrase “If you build it, they will come” was first... more

Building Blocks

Building Blocks

Ambitious LEGOLAND Florida has officials of Polk County and Winter Haven thinking big. And moving quickly. Mark Jackson has seen his share of economic development. A 29-year veteran of marketing and sales management, Jackson is... more