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Good Eats
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport leaders believe high-quality dining and beverage options are essential for a wellrun destination facility like SRQ. PAGE 7
Ambitious entrepreneur who doubles as a CPA maps out a growth plan with a keen eye on her biggest enemy: rapidly increasing costs. PAGE 10
STRATEGIES
Cool Breeze
Fort Myers HVAC firm founder Jason Schreyer (above) says his exit strategy — becoming an employee-owned business — has been a big win. PAGE 8
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
On the Vine
After a six-year absence, restaurant chain Sweet Tomatoes, at least in Fort Myers, is back in business. PAGE 12
ADVICE
Top Line
Training mangers to become companywide leaders, especially in family businesses, requires a mindset shift. PAGE 15
REAL ESTATE Texas Western-wear outfitter to open first Tampa Bay location. 13 Naples broker says office market is robust. 13
DON’T MISS:
LORRAINE PATER | Smoothie King franchisee
MARK WEMPLE
Publix, community leader dies at 58. PAGE 6
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