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Tampa-based Volt Lighting boosts minimum wage for its employees to $20 an hour. PAGE 3
Rapidly rising auto insurance rates in the Sunshine State put long-term pressure on drivers. PAGE 6
A n a l ready preca r ious proper t y i n su r a nc e ma rket st a res dow n another potential crisis. PAGE 8
Tampa f irm positions itself as a cost-saver in the complicated world of employee benefits. PAGE 11
Enter pr isi ng couple, rema i n i ng nimble in the pandemic, finds new audiences for its radio network. PAGE 14
Luxury hotel expert dishes on Tampa Bay’s allure. 16 Vacant Charlotte County land parcel acquired for $8.3 million. 18 Naples office building sold for $4.5 million. 18
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Bonita Springs software developer serves up engaging backstory to his budding coffee beans brand. PAGE 7
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