When Linda Kennedy first set out to design a waterproof storage solution, she was not thinking about retail shelves, military procurement, or large-scale distribution. She was thinking about theft, water, and frustration. As a diver […]
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Spectrum Custom Molds & Manufacturing Inc of Manatee County After two decades in corporate America developing new products and technologies, Michael Guidoboni felt a shift coming in the industry. “In 2016, 2017, the corporate industry […]
Gator Bait Sports Bar and Grill is a full service, casual dining restaurant serving American and Old Florida cuisine. Located in Melrose, FL, a rural and historic community 20 miles north east of Gainesville with […]
Steinhatchee, FL – July 1, 2023 – Roy’s Restaurant, a well-loved waterfront dining spot in Steinhatchee since 1969, is on its way back after being hit hard by a series of hurricanes. Known for fresh seafood, […]
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The Wine Garden of Polk County When Lisa Brophy opened The Wine Garden on April 1, 2025, in Lakeland, it was the culmination of a lifelong dream. The wine and gourmet food retail market, complete […]
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Solena Cheese of Pinellas County Marc and Keila Maurer, the husband-and-wife team behind Solena Cheese, have turned a shared passion for fresh mozzarella into a thriving business serving customers across Florida. The business was born […]
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On May 10, 2024, a powerful tornado tore through Tallahassee and the Big Bend Area, leaving a trail of destruction in its path. Among the many affected businesses was VeneBites, a family-owned Venezuelan restaurant run by […]
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Sarah Newcomb, the owner of The Wine Room, has experienced a remarkable success story with the help of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Despite facing the challenges of opening a business during the pandemic, […]
Husband and wife duo, Randy and Stacy Crews, became the owners of a local family bowling center in Hardee County when they were approached by the original owners with a proposition to buy the center. […]
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