Tech

Manatee County Mobile Device Company Expands

MTech MDM is expanding its headquarters in the Bradenton area and plans to create 46 new jobs over the next five years.

06/03/2016 Research by staff

Events

CareerSource Florida CEO Speaks in Venice June 7

The Argus Foundation and the South County Tiger Bay Club are hosting a conversation with Chris Hart, president and CEO of CareerSource Florida.

06/03/2016 Research by staff

Real estate

Venice Neighborhood Opens New Model

A second decorated model recently opened for touring at Venice's Toscana Isles.

06/03/2016 Research by staff

Biz Supports

Hetty Feather Flies into Action

A celebration of the random nature of life, this is a must-see theatrical adventure for all ages.

06/03/2016 Research by staff

Giving

This Week's Good Deeds

Scholarships, veterans events and more.

06/02/2016 Research by staff

Nonprofits

Habitat for Humanity Adds Board Members

Habitat for Humanity Sarasota recently announced the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors: Lynn Kisser and Carl Watkins.

06/02/2016 Research by staff

Development

Manatee County Commission Approves Map Change for Affordable Housing Complex

The project, planned by affordable housing developer Harvey Vengroff, is slated for a Bradenton Knights Inn hotel property.

06/02/2016 Research by staff

Honors

Sarasota Company Wins 'Great Workplace Award'

Wesco Turf, a Sarasota-headquartered distributor of irrigation, golf and grounds equipment, recently received a 2016 Gallup Great Workplace Award.

06/02/2016 Research by staff

Entertainment

Ringling College, Semkhor and WEDU Announce New Partnership

The three have signed a letter of intent to develop a new collaboration centered around Ringling College's new soundstage and post-production facility.

06/02/2016 Research by staff

Real estate

Puerto Rican Restaurant Coming to New East Main Street Building

Sofrito Mama's recently leased 2,160 square feet on the first floor of a new two-story building.

06/02/2016 Research by staff

Real estate

Oxygen Company Leases Sarasota Space

Sarasota Oxygen and CPAP, which offers medical oxygen and respiration equipment, recently leased 3,000 square feet of Sarasota space.

06/01/2016 Research by staff

Data

American Incomes Up

In April, Americans' personal income increased $69.8 billion, or 0.4 percent, while disposable personal income increased $63.5 billion, or 0.5 percent.

06/01/2016 Research by staff

Data

Florida Consumer Sentiment Decreases Again

Opinions on whether now is a good time to buy a big-ticket item such as an appliance or automobile plummeted.

06/01/2016 Research by staff

Philanthropy

Community Foundation Adds Three Board Members

The Community Foundation of Sarasota County has added three new members to its Board of Directors: Marilyn Thompson, Mary Lou Winnick and Daniel DeLeo.

06/01/2016 Research by staff

Retail

Grand Opening for New St. Armands Boutique This Weekend

Apricot Lane Boutique is a California-based company that sells women's clothing and jewelry and other accessories.

06/01/2016 Research by staff

Environment

Workshop Offers Tips on Sustainability for Businesses

The discussion will include a number of strategies for saving money and resources at work through energy, water and waste reduction plans.

06/01/2016 Research by staff

Legal

Sarasota Law Firm Expands in Port Charlotte and Fort Myers

Icard Merrill recently welcomed two new attorneys and announced a new office location in Port Charlotte and an expansion into Fort Myers.

05/31/2016 Research by staff

Technology

Social Media Advertising Discussion Scheduled for June 21

Kevin McNulty will discuss how social media advertising is different from a regular social media program, the ad types that various social media platforms offer and more.

05/31/2016 Research by staff

New hires

New Golf Pro Joins Country Club

Former South African Open champion and European Tour winner Clinton Whitelaw was recently named first assistant golf professional at University Park Country Club.

05/31/2016 Research by staff

Real estate

North 301 Strip Mall Sells for $1.5 Million

North Sarasota's Washington Plaza strip mall recently changed hands.

05/31/2016 Research by staff