Experienced economic development executive Michael D. Swesey has been named president & CEO of the St. Petersburg Area Economic Development Corporation. He will take the helm at the public-private organization …
St. Pete Named One of Happiest Towns in America
St. Petersburg, Florida recently was named one of the 15 happiest towns in America according to Outside Inc., which noted in its overview that “Saint Petersburg is a paradise for …
St. Pete Named #8 Best City in U.S. for Entrepreneurship
St. Petersburg, Florida recently ranked #8 in the country for entrepreneurship according to Swyft Filings, which noted in its overview that “[A] sprawling metropolis isn’t a prerequisite for new business …
St. Pete is a Pet-Lover’s Paradise
St. Petersburg, Florida is “pawsitively purrfect” for pet lovers. WalletHub recently named St. Pete one of the top 3 most pet-friendly cities in the country, and whether your four-legged friend is …
St. Pete Named Best Place to Live in Florida and a Top Place in the U.S.
“It’s no surprise that [St. Petersburg] is attracting so many Fortune 500 companies and is a magnet for startups, with several districts like downtown, the Skyway Marina and the Warehouse …
Transforming Ideas Into Innovation in St. Petersburg, Florida
On January 1, 1914, pilot Tony Jannus took the first commercial air flight in the world. The 23-minute flight took place between St. Petersburg and Tampa, with Jannus in a …
Forbes Names St. Pete a ‘Best Place to Travel’
St. Petersburg, Florida is featured in the Forbes “Best Places to Travel 2023” list of prime destinations in the United States. Sunshine City residents have long considered St. Pete the …
Welcome Webull: Fintech Firm Opens Office in St. Petersburg, Florida
St. Petersburg, Florida continues to attract financial services companies looking to capitalize on the Sunshine City’s talent pool and unique lifestyle. New York-based online trading platform Webull recently opened an …
St. Pete Supports Startups
The opening of the new Tampa Bay Wave St. Pete office in Thrive DTSP is just the latest manifestation of the Sunshine City’s support for startups. St. Petersburg features spaces …