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Business Observer 5.29.26

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MAY 29, 2026 - JUNE 4, 2026 | THREE DOLLARS

FLOR IDA’S NE WSPAPER FOR T HE C - SUI T E

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On a Roll

Two Florida luxury RV dealers reach a merger deal that includes a $60 million capital infusion to fuel future growth. PAGE 3

HEALTHCARE

Big Numbers

Central Florida-based AdventHealth is now the 10th largest hospital group in the U.S., by revenue. Its expansion keeps coming in its home state. PAGE 5

Rachel Wein advises some of the country’s most well-known brands on real estate strategies. One key: Identify problems. Then solve them with speed and precision. PAGE 10

DEVELOPMENT

Final Pitch

A 20-year quest the Tampa Bay Rays are on for a new stadium took another curve, with Tampa City Council members questioning public financing. PAGE 12

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

Fast Pace

A high-end tenant mix, from Whole Foods to Warby Parker, has driven progress at the former Sarasota Square mall. PAGE 14

REAL ESTATE Orlando firm buys Manatee building for $2.6 million. 13 Tampa invests $4 million toward more housing. 13

RACHEL WEIN | CEO and Founder, Wein Plus

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MARK WEMPLE

DON’T MISS: Builder sues Sarasota County. PAGE 6

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INDUSTRIAL MARKET HAS PLENTY OF SPACE. But, is it the right kind? SEE PAGE 3


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