Seedfunders, the early-stage investment firm headquartered in St Petersburg has added Dr. Tonjua Williams and Bridgette Heller to its Opportunity Fund Board. The Opportunity Fund, a committed capital fund, will be used for investments in Black-owned startups throughout the state of Florida. Dr. Williams, a St Petersburg native, is the President of St. Petersburg College. Her … [Read more...] about Seedfunders Opportunity Fund adds two new board members
Economic Development, Government
St. Petersburg Pier District opens under Colliers International’s management
St. Petersburg’s much-anticipated Pier District opened on July 6 along the city’s downtown waterfront. Under Colliers International’s management, the 26-acre, $92 million project replaces the old pier that closed seven years ago with an engaging multi-use district that offers a wide variety of amenities for residents and visitors alike. The City of St. Petersburg engaged … [Read more...] about St. Petersburg Pier District opens under Colliers International’s management
Laura Hine Receives Significant Endorsements from City of St. Petersburg Mayor and City Councilmember
ST. PETERSBURG, FL. – (July 7, 2020) – Laura Hine has received further endorsements from City of St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Kriseman and City Councilmember Ed Montanari for her candidacy for Pinellas County School Board District 1, At-Large seat with elections set for August 18, 2020. Born in Tampa, Florida, educated in K-12 traditional public schools, and with an … [Read more...] about Laura Hine Receives Significant Endorsements from City of St. Petersburg Mayor and City Councilmember
Hillsborough School Board virtual candidates forum
TAMPA—The Tampa Tiger Bay Club will host back-to-back virtual forums July 10 featuring the candidates vying for Hillsborough County School Board.The first segment begins at 11:30 a.m, featuring candidates for District 1: Nadia Combs, Steve Cona and Bill Person. The second segment begins at noon, featuring District 3: Alexandra Gilmore, Leo Haggerty, Jennifer Hill, Mitch … [Read more...] about Hillsborough School Board virtual candidates forum
Sarasota County Commissioners endorse surgeon general’s recommendations on masks
SARASOTA COUNTY - Today, the Sarasota County Board of County Commissioners endorsed recommendations from the Florida Surgeon General that states all individuals in Florida should wear face coverings in any setting where social distancing is not possible. In addition, the commissioners also support the decisions that businesses make regarding COVID-19 safety measures in their … [Read more...] about Sarasota County Commissioners endorse surgeon general’s recommendations on masks