JULY 16 - JULY 22, 2021 | THREE DOLL ARS
FLOR IDA’S NE WSPAPER FOR T HE C - SUI T E
Leadership | A will to win can boost a company to newfound triumphs. PG.3 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
SPECIAL ISSUE HEALTH CARE: PAGES 8-13
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JOHNNY BE GOOD
COMPANIES
Successful Succession
Fort Myers builder, on only its third president in 40 years, traces its leadership transition to a pricey dinner. PAGE 7
STARTUPS
Stay in Touch
Sarasota entrepreneur Mark Gray aims to brighten up senior care. PAGE 8
STRATEGIES
Miles Away
Medical saleswoman creates business to help guide people through the travel gauntlet. PAGE 10
DEVELOPMENT
Family Affair
The Cameratta Cos., with a nod toward unique amenities, has assembled a strong portfolio of communities. PAGE 14
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
More Runway
Boosted by population trends, region’s multifamily market continues to soar to new heights. PAGE 16
REAL ESTATE Dallas investor acquires five area senior living communities. 16
Rock star entrepreneur grows business that helps people overcome a sometimes-hidden enemy: Mental health issues. SEE PAGE 12
Hillsborough apartments sell for $93 million. 17 Lakewood Ranch retail, mixed-use project lands specialty grocer. 18
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Florida adds $17B in taxable income.
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