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Development | Go behind the scenes of the project reshaping downtown Tampa. PG.16 PASCO • H ILL SBOROUG H • PIN ELL AS • P OLK • M A N ATEE • SA R ASOTA • C H A R LOT TE • LEE • COLLIER
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The list of the largest retailers in the country contains some stalwarts and some surprises. And one local firm. PAGE 6
Ta mpa ent repreneu r Doug Pace redefined his career after a health scare. Now he’s having fun again. PAGE 7
For engineer Brad Hubba rd, t he complicated world of flood insurance is a cresting business opportunity. PAGE 10
Sunz Insurance, w ith a focus on an underserved niche in workers’ compensation, has blazed to success. PAGE 11
Senior living entities across the region are seeking an edge in the market — one with a new payment model. PAGE 14
Ominous signs point to slowdown in Southwest Florida market. 18 Fort Myers hotel sold for $16 million. 18 Discount grocer buys Polk County building for $2 million. 18
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Tony Leopardi, with a lifetime of success in construction, hopes to repeat the feat with his first restaurant. PAGE 8
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