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Business Observer
WEBOct 2, 2024 · The Business Observer is the leading provider and most authoritative source of business and economic information affecting the Florida Gulf Coast from Tampa Bay to Naples.
Beef over family fortune is nothing new for a Sarasota meat …
WEBJul 3, 2021 · The co-founders' descendants are in a legal dispute over the ownership of the Sarasota-based meat and deli provisions company. Boar's Head, founded in 1905, is known for its secrecy and sharp-elbowed competition in the grocery aisles.
Morgan Automotive buys 9 Miami dealerships with $1B in revenue
WEBJan 22, 2024 · Morgan Automotive Group owns 76 dealerships in Florida, including nine in South Florida that it bought in 2024. The group generated over $8 billion in revenue and sold over 162,000 vehicles in 2023.
Brandon mall acquired for $220 million | Business Observer
WEBMay 25, 2023 · Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield announced it has sold Westfield Brandon Mall to a West Palm Beach investment firm. The sale price was higher than other mall properties in the region, but the buyer's plans are not yet known.
Florida insurance commissioner says reforms easing crisis, bringing ...
WEBJan 2, 2024 · Michael Yaworsky, the head of the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation, claims that the state's insurance market is improving due to legislative and regulatory actions in 2023. He cites the attraction of new carriers, the reduction of litigation, the expansion of consumer choice and the stability of Citizens as evidence of progress.
Fourth-generation Bealls leader embraces change in business, …
WEBAug 25, 2023 · Matt Beall, the fourth-generation leader of Bradenton-based Bealls, talks about the recent name changes, software system upgrade and pandemic disruptions at the $1.87 billion retailer. He also shares his family history, career path and vision for the future of the business.
Beverage distributor says billionaire investor's money is for growth ...
WEBJul 22, 2021 · Tom Pepin, CEO of Pepin Distributing, disputes reports that his company was sold to Redwood Capital, a firm owned by billionaire James Davis. He says the investment will fund growth and improve service and product availability.
Logistics firm plots new $11M HQ project, 140 new hires
WEBJun 15, 2020 · Scotlynn USA, a logistics and transportation firm, plans to invest $11 million in a new headquarters in Fort Myers, creating 140 new jobs. The company specializes in truckload transportation and the distribution of perishable products across North America.
In report, Florida ranks third in growth of female-owned …
WEBOct 18, 2019 · The State of Women-Owned Businesses Report analyzes data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Survey of Business Owners.
2022 Top 50 Contractors in Southwest Florida - Business Observer
WEBMar 25, 2022 · The web page ranks the largest contracting companies in the region by revenue in 2021, but does not include MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumbing) services. The top five contractors are Manhattan Construction, Power Design, DeAngelis Diamond, Ripa & Associates and O-A-K/Florida.