Tampa Bay Developer

01:51:08

Darryl Shaw | The Vision Behind Gasworx and Ybor’s...

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/05/09

In episode 130, Garrett sits down with Darryl Shaw, the developer behind one of Tampa’s largest urban redevelopment projects: Gasworx. Known for co-founding BluePearl Veterinary and now revitalizing Ybor City, Darryl shares how his decades-long vision is transforming vacant lots into a walkable, connected, and culturally vibrant district. They discuss the history of the Gasworx site, the failed Rays stadium deal, the importance of the streetcar system, the role of public parks, and why small

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01:47:35

Westshore’s Future | Tampa’s Next Urban Hotspot?

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/05/06

In episode 129 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Michael Maurino, the Executive Director of the Westshore Alliance, to unpack the bold and ambitious future of one of Tampa’s most important and underappreciated districts. They discuss Westshore’s unique zoning advantages, the massive redevelopment potential of WestShore Plaza, and how the district could become Tampa’s most walkable, transit-friendly hub. From the River to Bay Greenway plan and the Howard Frankland Trail to complete streets,

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02:08:16

Florida’s Transportation Crisis | Is It Too Late to...

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/05/02

In episode 128 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Hoyt Prindle and Jason Marlow to unpack the urgent infrastructure and transit challenges facing Tampa. From billion-dollar sidewalk deficits and the underfunded HART transit system to the false promises of freeway expansions, this episode explores how poor planning and political resistance are threatening the region’s long-term livability. They discuss the economics of sprawl, why induced demand is real, and what it would take to make Tampa

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01:23:38

Midtown Tampa | A $1B Development 25 Years in the Making

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/04/25

In episode 127 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Nicholas Haines, CEO of Bromley Companies and developer of Midtown Tampa. Nick shares the long-term vision and execution behind Midtown Tampa, a 20-acre mixed-use development decades in the making. He explains how his father's recession-era investment sparked a 25-year journey involving patient capital, complex land assembly, and a bold urban plan without public funding. Nick details the creative deals and design decisions that helped

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01:29:32

Women in Construction Are Raising the Bar

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/04/23

In Episode 126 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Camilla Jeffs and Amber Boskers of KohlerHaus Remodeling Co, a woman-led construction company changing the way home renovations are done in Tampa. They share their approach to high standards on job sites, the importance of trust when remodeling someone's home, and how they handle messy subcontractors and tough hiring decisions. The conversation also dives into the future of trades, the lack of young people entering the field, and how social

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01:50:41

Revitalizing Tampa One Block at a Time

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/04/18

In episode 125 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Chris Cunningham, a seasoned entrepreneur with 17 years of experience and President of Dry 24 Water Restoration. Chris also leads USA Commercial Supply and True Value America, but his true passion lies in real estate redevelopment. They discuss how he turned a 5-building city block into a multi-use economic engine, how he uses land trusts to separate business from ownership, and why blue-collar skills and credit strategy are the backbone of

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01:21:00

A Real Estate Entrepreneur’s Mindset

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/04/16

In Episode 124 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with James Lascara, Navy SEAL turned real estate investor, who built a thriving community of 100+ real estate professionals quietly reshaping Tampa from the inside out. They discuss how his group is delivering new housing, why so many veterans succeed in real estate, and the unintended consequences of Tampa’s alleyway policies. From hands-on house hacking to orchestrating multimillion-dollar projects, he shares how leadership, team-building, and

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01:48:00

The Brains Behind Water Street | James Nozar

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/04/11

In Episode 123 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with James Nozar, the former CEO of SPP. Strategic Property Partners (SPP) is the real estate development firm backed by Jeff Vinik and Cascade Investment that led the charge on Tampa’s massive $3.5 billion Water Street District, a first-of-its-kind urban project for the city. In this episode, James unpacks how the project came together from scratch, the challenges of transforming empty parking lots into a walkable downtown, and why intentional

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01:36:56

The Startup Accelerator Fueling Tampa’s Tech Boom

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/04/09

In Episode 122 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Richard Munassi from Tampa Bay Wave to discuss how Tampa has become a serious hub for startups. They talk through why founders are choosing to build here, how companies raise early funding, and what makes some startups succeed while others stall. Richard explains how Tampa Bay Wave supports founders, what he looks for when selecting companies, and why a strong team matters more than just a good idea. If you're building or thinking about

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01:19:14

30 Years in Banking and Cigar City Stories

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/04/04

In Episode 121, Garrett sits down with Chris Kneer, a retired banker turned author, to discuss his debut novel Bluebird: A Cigar City Thriller. The conversation explores Tampa as a rich setting for fiction, the cultural complexity of Ybor City, and how real-life financial events shaped the book's plot. Chris shares behind-the-scenes details about self-publishing, the audiobook production process, and why he believes storytelling is essential to capturing Tampa’s identity. The episode also covers

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02:05:29

We Tried to Fix Tampa in One Episode

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/04/02

In Episode 120 Garrett sits down with producer David for a freeform and brutally honest conversation about Tampa’s past, present, and future. They dive into the city’s broken transportation system—unpacking why you still can’t take a train to Lakeland, the challenges of expanding the streetcar, and how highways and poor planning disconnected once-thriving neighborhoods. The conversation covers everything from suburban-style apartment projects that undermine walkability to the promise of GasWorx and

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01:23:10

Inside the Lawsuit That Could Change Pedestrian...

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/03/28

In Episode 119 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Chris Waggener, a local attorney fighting for pedestrian safety and legal reform in Tampa Bay. They discuss the tragic case of Maximus Giannikos, a tourist from South Africa visiting Clearwater with his family, whose life was forever changed at a local intersection, and the $200,000 cap that limits justice in cases like his. Chris breaks down the legal obstacles to holding cities accountable, the state-level red tape involved in claims bills,

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01:47:42

This Is Tampa’s Last Chance to Get Transit Right

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/03/26

In Episode 118, Garrett sits down with Tampa City Councilman Alan Clendenin for a wide-ranging and brutally honest conversation about the future of Tampa. They dive into the state of public transportation, including the controversial streetcar expansion and how to better connect downtown to the airport. Clendenin shares what’s really holding back progress—from permitting delays to the tangled web of city, county, and state control. They also explore the city’s approach to development, land use

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01:29:33

Movie Making in Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/03/21

In Episode 117 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Shane Brady — actor, director, magician, and now the mind behind Hacked, a new feature film inspired by a real-life real estate scam that cost him and his wife $20,000. What started as a devastating case of wire fraud turned into the fuel for a darkly comedic revenge thriller, shot right here in Tampa. Shane shares how the experience nearly broke him, how Tampa’s film community stepped up, and why he believes indie filmmaking belongs in

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01:23:08

Jeff Gigante | How to Succeed in Restaurants & Business

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/03/19

In Episode 116 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with renowned restaurateur Jeff Gigante to discuss how he built some of Tampa’s most iconic restaurants, including Boulon Brasserie, Forbici, Union New American, Blue Lagoon, and the Ciccio Restaurant Group concepts like Fresh Kitchen and Daily Eats. Jeff shares his journey from aspiring actor to entrepreneur, the strategy behind creating Boulon, and why he saw Water Street as the perfect location for a high-energy brasserie. They also dive into

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01:26:28

The Rays, Ybor City, and a New Stadium | What You...

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/03/14

In Episode 115 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Tampa Bay sports insider JP Peterson to break down the latest on the Tampa Bay Rays’ stadium saga. From failed deals in St. Petersburg to behind-the-scenes negotiations with new ownership groups, JP explains why Major League Baseball has finally had enough of Stu Sternberg and why a move to Tampa is more likely than ever. They discuss potential stadium locations, how Tampa business leaders are stepping up, and what this means for the future

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00:55:56

New York Invests in Tampa | Mancini Duffy

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/03/12

In Episode 114 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Christian Giordano, president and majority owner of Mancini Duffy, and Andy Dohmen, co-founder of Design Styles Architecture (now Tempo Studio under Mancini Duffy). They discuss how technology is radically reshaping the architecture industry, from AI-driven design to VR-powered client experiences. Christian shares his vision for modernizing a 100-year-old firm, drawing from collaborations with major brands like Google, Peloton, and Disney

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01:51:22

Inside the mind of a Real Estate Developer

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/03/07

In Episode 113 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with real estate developer Omar Garcia, a builder who has taken on some of Tampa’s most challenging projects. Garcia has turned abandoned and overlooked properties—like a foreclosed office building and a 123-year-old cigar factory—into thriving student housing developments. He talks about how to spot undervalued real estate, the risks of adaptive reuse, and the importance of preserving Tampa’s history while building for the future. They cover

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01:40:33

Why Tampa Was the “Ellis Island of the South” |...

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/02/28

In Episode 112 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Judge E.J. Salcines and Professor James Fernández to talk about Tampa’s Spanish immigrants and how they shaped the city. They get into the cigar industry, the immigrant communities that built Tampa’s economy, and why many Spaniards never planned to stay in the U.S. The conversation covers how Tampa grew into a major entry point for immigrants and why its history often gets overlooked.The Tampa Bay History Center is a museum in downtown Tampa

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01:22:13

Bob Buckhorn | Former Tampa Mayor Talks Tampa’s...

Tampa Bay Developer ·

2025/02/21

In episode 111 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with former Tampa mayor Bob Buckhorn. Buckhorn served from 2011 to 2019 and led the city through major growth, helping shape its development and infrastructure. He talks about how Tampa changed during his time in office, the challenges of handling rapid expansion, and what still needs to be addressed. They cover everything from flood control and transportation to the role of state and federal funding in city projects. Buckhorn also gives his

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