Business Observer

Two Tampa entrepreneurs say their new beverage is designed to deliver a “clean buzz” without the next-day hangover. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

Lakeland filmmaker Matthew Wiatt's new documentary, "Saber," uncovers the world of competitive LED lightsaber duels. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

From high school dropout to founder of a $120 million business, Joy Gendusa built PostcardMania by betting on persistence, passion and marketing that works. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

The New York-to-St. Pete exodus continues unabated. One local exec says his firm believes St. Pete "will become the next Austin." He adds: "We've stopped hiring in New York." businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

A Winter Park attainable housing development company has secured $67 million in financing to build a workforce multifamily community in South Tampa. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

An entrepreneur and angel investor, David Diamond has helped build a construction powerhouse while backing startups along the way. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

The Business Observer celebrated six standout entrepreneurs from Tampa Bay to Naples at its annual Top Entrepreneur Awards luncheon recently, drawing a crowd of business leaders from across the region. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

From Walgreens to Costco, one St. Pete commercial real estate consultant has quietly become the go-to strategist for some of America’s biggest retail brands. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

An Orlando investor has bought a fully leased industrial building in Manatee County. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

A Boca Raton-based accounting firm with national reach is acquiring a Tampa company. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

A new hotel has opened in the heart of Naples. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

Naples Fashion Week went from local concept to must-attend luxury event — and entrepreneur Roberta Beranek says the growth is happening even faster than she expected. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

A Tampa diner that’s been serving customers for decades will be closing its doors to undergo a complete brand makeover. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

Sales have officially begun at a new 901-home development in Manatee County. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

A New York-based real estate company focused on affordable housing has purchased a 200-unit apartment complex in Tampa and plans a major renovation. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

A new upscale bar has opened in Fort Myers, featuring a curated wine and whiskey list as well as chef-driven plates. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

With restaurants in Sarasota and Bradenton and a massive new St. Pete food hall, entrepreneur Natalia Levey is betting big on experience-driven hospitality. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

The developers behind Water Street Tampa are betting big on entertainment, unveiling plans for more dining, retail, hospitality and live music downtown. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

Crews Bank & Trust, a $2.3 billion-asset bank based in Hardee County, has named a top executive for the Lee County market as it looks to grow market share in Southwest Florida. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…

A new hotel is coming to the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/may/…