JANUARY 8, 2021 - JANUARY 14, 2021 | THREE DOLL ARS
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Dwayne Hawkins, who died late last year at 85, built Crown Automotive Group into a statewide leader. PAGE 4
Getting a dog for companionship has morphed into something much bigger for a Sarasota attorney. PAGE 6
Infrastructure aficionado David Farmer searches worldwide for works of art — by looking down. PAGE 9
After decades as a CFO, Ginny Dickinson now taps into her artistic side, with seashells as her muse. PAGE 10
Bloomin’ Brands executive Michael Healy has picked up pickleball, for the competition and the camaraderie. PAGE 11
To unwind from work, Omeza President and COO Sarah Kitlowski heads to a paintball field. PAGE 12
From industrial to the seemingly always-hot multifamily market, bright spots are on the horizon in the sector. PAGE 14
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When he’s not pursuing customers, tech guru Lane Mendelsohn chases cattle on his new farm. PAGE 7
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