Paul Beattie founded Beattie Development of Cape Coral during the recession as a one-man renovation company. Vertical integration takes it to the next level of full-scale neighborhood development.

A niche manufacturer seeks to shed its best-kept secret vibe. One challenge is to do that without sacrificing its finely tuned, problem-solver mentality.

In a move that shakes up the real estate sales landscape, two major brokerages have come together in a merger. Will their agents see the value in the decision?

In the midst of recession, Creighton Development got a call from 7-Eleven to build a store in a hurry. That launched a fruitful relationship and a strategy for the next downturn.

Fort Myers Brewing was the first brewery and taproom in Southwest Florida. After going through two five-year business plans in six years business is still hopping.

Mark Salzberg, chairman of Certified Collectibles Group, says the group's companies provide comfort and security to collectors.

When companies in high-tax states look for more business-friendly environs, Tampa Bay looks to be a landing site. A recent victory is a case in point.