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Strategies | Software entrepreneur, after health scare, launches firm with cool factor. PG.7 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
HUMAN TOUCH In the constant battle for talent, a Midwest law firm making its Florida debut finds a softer approach pays big dividends. PAGE 14
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Naples A i r por t, at a significant cost, now offers a more environmentally safe gas option for some pla nes. But w idespread usage could take awhile. PAGE 8
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A St. Petersburg accounting firm, not wanting to lose a valued employee moving out of state for a spouse’s new job, came up with a creative solution. PAGE 10
Da l la s-ba sed SRS Rea l Estate Partners is growing significantly in Tampa with the acquisition of Meridian Retail Partners. a niche boutique firm. PAGE 16
Crepe chain chooses St. Pete for Florida debut. 17 Lee County mixed-use development site sold for $9.75 million. 17
Billionaire’s leadership tips are off the shelf. 405176-1
Financing for a 35,000seat, $ 340 million footba l l a nd mu lt ipu r pose stad iu m at USF’s ma in Tampa campus has been approved. PAGE 5
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