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Jan 9, 2025 | 
tbbwmag.com | Jo-Lynn Brown |David Krakow |Megan Kostner |Valerie Ellis
Hillsborough County’s tourism and hospitality industry surpassed $1 billion in hotel taxable revenue, in 2024, marking the third consecutive year the county has reached this milestone, according to Visit Tampa Bay. Through November, the county recorded $1,052,883,894 in hotel taxable revenue, fueled by record-breaking performance during the fall.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
tbbwmag.com | Jo-Lynn Brown |David Krakow |Megan Kostner |Valerie Ellis
Port Tampa Bay, Florida’s largest seaport, has achieved a significant milestone by doubling its economic impact and job creation, according to a newly released report by Martin and Associates. The port now contributes $34.6 billion to the regional economy and supports more than 192,000 jobs. “Port Tampa Bay is proud of its role as the largest economic driver in the region,” said Paul Anderson, president and chief executive officer of Port Tampa Bay.
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Oct 31, 2024 | 
tbbwmag.com | Jo-Lynn Brown |Megan Kostner |Valerie Ellis
Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union has launched a disaster relief program for members impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton, focusing on support for Florida-based members, including those served by Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, in St. Petersburg. The program includes two loan options:Emergency Relief Loan: Members can borrow up to $1,500 at a 3.99% APR, for a 24-month term, with payments deferred for 120 days.
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Oct 22, 2024 | 
tbbwmag.com | Jo-Lynn Brown |Valerie Ellis
The Tampa Bay Wave’s portfolio of more than 550 tech startups has collectively raised over $1 billion in investor capital, marking a significant milestone for the nonprofit accelerator. Founded in 2013, with the support of a $1 million federal grant from the United States Economic Development Administration, the Wave aims to strengthen the region’s startup ecosystem by attracting top-tier companies and fostering innovation.
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Oct 14, 2024 | 
tbbwmag.com | David Krakow |Valerie Ellis |Jo-Lynn Brown
During a visit to storm-ravaged St. Pete Beach, President Joe Biden praised the federal government’s response and the community’s resilience after the back-to-back tragedies of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Among his announcements was $612 million for six Department of Energy projects in areas affected by the hurricanes. Of that, $94 million will stay in Florida, divided equally between Gainesville Regional Utilities and Switched Source, which is partnering with Florida Power & Light.
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Sep 10, 2024 | 
tbbwmag.com | Jo-Lynn Brown |J.C. Barrott |Valerie Ellis
Midst the thriving culinary scene in Tampa Bay, where Michelin-starred establishments continue to emerge, one dining destination stands out by blending historical charm with elevated comfort cuisine. Gigglewaters, nestled in the quaint town of Safety Harbor, offers an immersive experience that transports patrons to the bygone era of Prohibition. Step inside Gigglewaters and you’ll find a unique atmosphere that pays homage to the 1920s.
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Sep 6, 2024 | 
tbbwmag.com | Jo-Lynn Brown |J.C. Barrott |Michael Connor |Valerie Ellis
Frameworks, a Tampa Bay nonprofit that partners with educators and community organizations to teach emotional intelligence to children of all ages, has announced a promotion, and new hire, in its leadership team. Whitney Allgood was promoted to the chief operating officer. She has more than 25 years of experience in K-12 education and organizational leadership.
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Sep 6, 2024 | 
tbbwmag.com | Jo-Lynn Brown |J.C. Barrott |Valerie Ellis |Megan Kostner
Property Markets Group (PMG) and MoneyShow have announced plans for One Park West, an elevated, 18-story condominium development in the Downtown Sarasota Waterfront District. With residences priced from $1 million, One Park West will feature fully finished one, two and three-bedroom private residences, as well as a penthouse collection.
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Sep 4, 2024 | 
tbbwmag.com | Jo-Lynn Brown |J.C. Barrott |Michael Connor |Valerie Ellis
The Mercy Full Project, a Tampa Bay nonprofit dedicated to animal rescue, founded in 2019 in the trunk of Founder Heydi Acuna’s car, is celebrating its fifth anniversary and holding a fundraising dinner, on September 13, at Tampa River Center. Mercy Full Project helps animals that need medical assistance, shelter animals facing euthanasia, behavioral cases that require additional training, owner surrenders, strays and emergency cases of all kinds, including abuse cases.
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Aug 21, 2024 | 
tbbwmag.com | Jo-Lynn Brown |J.C. Barrott |Valerie Ellis
A pair of senior advisors at SVN Commercial Advisory Group closed the sale of a multi-tenant retail property for $8 million. The property, at 942 Heritage Pass, Davenport, is newly built, containing tenants who are still finishing up their interior build outs. The buyer, Davenport Legacy Investment Group, was represented by Matt Fenske and Tony Veldkamp, of the Sarasota-based commercial real estate firm. The seller of the property was Rave Commercial Legacy, based in Tampa.
