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Florida Business Minds

The Florida Business Journals

Florida Business Minds is a weekly podcast focused on the top business leaders in our state. Each week, we profile executives from across the state, rotating between the Tampa Bay, South Florida, Orlando and Jacksonville markets. Florida Business Minds is proudly presented by The Business Journals of Florida and sponsored by Peoples Gas.

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23:45

Orlando: No Stranger to the Spotlight, Brittany...

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2026/01/13

Orlando is well-known for its theme parks and entertainment. But it's not all fun in the sun, as Orlando's nightlife is leveling up thanks to Live! at Pointe Orlando Marketing Director Brittany Graham. She was an "influencer" way before that word became a cliche. OBJ Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao connects with Graham to learn why O-Town is attracting big names to its diverse venues.

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20:20

South Florida: Matias Pesce and V&E Lead Florida's...

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2026/01/06

There's no shortage of exceptional dining options across the state, and Florida's hospitality industry is next level. V&E Hospitality CEO Matias Pesce and his team are leading the industry with a wide variety of successful concepts they've parlayed into Vegas. In this download, SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez invites Pesce to share his passion for excellence, and how judo plays a role in his success.

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19:02

Tampa Bay: CBRE Market Leader Mike DiBlasi on the...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/12/30

As we wrap up 2025 and look to a new year, TBBJ Editor-at-Large Ashley Kritzer calls on CBRE Senior Managing Director and North Florida Market Leader Mike DiBlasi for an update on the region and the future of the industry.

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20:24

Jacksonville: Kevin Poland Leads Turner Pest Control...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/12/23

Ants, termites and rodents are facing extermination efforts across the Sunshine State as Turner Pest Control continues to expand from the company's war room in Jacksonville. In this episode, JBJ Editor-in-Chief James Cannon gets an update from President Kevin Poland.

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25:08

Orlando: Rosen Hotels & Resorts CEO Frank Santos...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/12/16

It's been a challenging year in the hospitality industry, but that comes with the territory. Rosen Hotels & Resorts CEO Frank Santos has seen it all in almost 40 years with the privately owned and operated company. In this episode, OBJ Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao invites Santos to share his personal career journey, and his vision for the future at Rosen Hotels & Resorts, and Florida's hospitality industry.

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12:11

South Florida: Fort Lauderdale's Iconic Pier...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/12/09

'Iconic" might be an understatement for Pier Sixty-Six, known as THE destination for generations of South Floridians and guests from around the world. In this episode, SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez calls on Club GM John Myers to share the story of this reimagined resort offering something for everyone.

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23:01

Tampa Bay: Appspace President Holly Grogan Talks...

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2025/12/02

With a major presence in Tampa, Appspace is at the epicenter of AI and the workplace evolution. In this timely download, TBBJ Editor Alexis Muellner invites Appspace President Holly Grogan to share plans for continued growth in the midst of the transformation that's taking place each day in the workplace.

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18:03

Jacksonville: Mona Co-Founder Andrew Leon Hanna...

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2025/11/25

Access to capital is often a major obstacle for small business owners and entrepreneurs growing their business. In this episode, JBJ Reporter Carter Mudgett invites Mona Co-Founder Andrew Leon Hanna to share what he and his team are doing to not only make it easier to access funding, but also add clarity to the process.

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23:09

Orlando: An Update on Florida's Venture Capital...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/11/18

As the year winds down, venture capital investors and business start-ups are looking toward 2026 for opportunities. In this episode, OBJ Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao invites Govo Venture Partners Managing Partner and CIO Rob Panepinto to share his outlook and expertise on the Florida market.

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11:57

South Florida: With Land at a Premium, RK Centers...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/11/11

South Florida's commercial real estate crunch is forcing developers to get creative. In this download, SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez invites Andrew Zidar, VP of Acquisitions and Development for RK Centers, to share his company's winning formula as consumer demand continues for convenient retail options.

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23:43

Tampa Bay: United Soccer League in Growth Mode as...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/11/04

As North America prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, US soccer teams and executives on all levels are ready to take advantage of the moment. In this episode, TBBJ Editor Alexis Muellner calls on United Soccer League President and Chief Soccer Officer Paul McDonough for an update on his league's efforts, and what differentiates the USL from other soccer leagues across the country.

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14:26

Jacksonville: Nick Carrera Brings His Asado Life...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/10/28

As the Jags "Stadium of the Future" takes shape, the adjacent Shipyards redevelopment continues adding premium experiences. In this episode, JBJ Managing Editor Stuart Korfhage and Reporter Matt Denis connect with Asado Life Owner Nick Carrera, who shares the news of his popular restaurant's Jacksonville debut at the Shipyards.

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24:11

Orlando: Pharmaceutical Entrepreneur Stan Loomis...

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2025/10/21

One of the world's most respected pharmaceutical entrepreneurs, Robert "Stan" Loomis is the Founder of Olympia Pharmaceuticals and Wesley Pharmaceuticals. In this download, OBJ Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao leads a lively and informative conversation with Loomis, who shares his insight and outlook.

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16:43

South Florida: Real Estate Veteran Lyle Stern...

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2025/10/14

Vertical Real Estate Co-Founder Lyle Stern's big break came when he attracted Blockbuster Video to South Beach. Hundreds of other retailers have followed since, from national brands to high profile restaurants. In this episode, Stern joins SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez to talk about his career, his most memorable deals, and the past, present and future of South Beach and the Miami real estate scene.

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23:55

Tampa Bay: Florida Chamber CEO Shares Stats Impacting...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/10/07

Florida's economic future depends heavily on investment in education. That mission starts in kindergarten and also requires continuing education to uplift millions of job ready people. In this episode, TBBJ Editor Alexis Muellner invites Florida Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mark Wilson to share statistics and perspective that impacts business owners in every zip code across the state.

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17:25

Jacksonville: Angela TenBroeck on Protecting and...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/09/30

A fourth-generation farmer, Angela TenBroeck is a leader in innovative farming techniques, an entrepreneur, and the advocate for protecting our food supply. In this download, JBJ Reporter Matt Denis invites TenBroeck to share her insight and perspective on a business sector that directly impacts all of us.

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21:55

Orlando: Addition Financial CEO Kevin Miller Talks...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/09/23

Economic uncertainty is top of mind for Florida business owners, including those in the financial services sector. In this episode, OBJ Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao connects with Addition Financial President & CEO Kevin Miller to get an update on the business climate, Addition's merger with Envision Credit Union, and efforts to improve financial literacy in our schools and communities.

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19:07

South Florida: City National's Jorge Gonzalez on Why...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/09/16

A native Miamian with over 36 years experience in the banking sector, City National Vice Chairman and CEO Jorge Gonzalez has seen it all in South Florida. In this episode with SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez, he offers an update on rates, the economy and why the boom & bust days are over for Florida's economy.

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17:21

Tampa Bay: Tackling the Challenges of Housing Costs...

Florida Business Minds ·

2025/09/09

Tackling affordable housing issues is a nationwide crisis, particularly in Florida with the influx of new residents the past decade. In this episode, TBBJ Real Estate Reporter Ashley Gurbal Kritzer invites Dan Coakley, Principal of PMG Affordable, to to discuss his company's monumental project, along with the challenges of building affordable housing.

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21:35

Jacksonville: How Lisa "The Boatanista" Almeida Went...

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2025/09/02

She started running Freedom Boat Club in 2009 during the depths of the Great Recession. Then Mother Nature delivered one of the coldest Florida winters in memory, so even avid boaters weren't interested in memberships. In this episode, JBJ Editor-in-Chief James Cannon invites Freedom Boat Club Owner Lisa Almeida to share how she turned things around, and why so many boaters are now opting for "Freedom".

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