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Craftwork: More People Pursue Passion To Make Things By Hand

By Douglas Trattner Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Blame it on the recession or chalk it up to a generation of people who prefer vinyl records to MP3s, but the trend toward creative entrepreneurship is real and rising. People value authenticity, and that often comes in the form of a handmade object with pedigree and a good story to boot. Folks from all walks of life across the nation are trading in their "day jobs" to pursue their passions.

Changing The Narrative: 83 Degrees Stories Attract Local & Global Readers

By Diane Egner Tuesday, May 29, 2012
83 Degrees Media consistently aims to change the narrative about the Tampa Bay region by featuring stories about thought leaders, rising stars, innovations, global diversity and sense of place.

Connections: Entrepreneur Clubs Ideate, Create Solutions For the World

By Chris Kuhn Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Increasingly popular academic programs in entrepreneurship at the University of Tampa and the University of South Florida St. Petersburg attract creative, independent thinkers intent on developing their ideas for the global marketplace.

#83DegreesNYAS: Valuing Global Diversity In Tampa Bay

By Matt Spencer Tuesday, May 22, 2012
A lively community conversation about valuing global diversity successfully engages an audience eager to weigh in along with panelists on why diversity matters in Tampa Bay and how we can build stronger communities, better schools and a well-trained workforce together. Join the conversation on Twitter with #83degreesNYAS.

The Big Ask For RNC: Andrew Smith, Tampa Bay

By Andrew Smith Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Collaborating on a marketing strategy around the Republican National Convention is a smart strategy, but what matters more is extending the effort beyond August to benefit the greater community and help shape what's next for Tampa Bay.

Photo Slideshow: PedalPub, St. Petersburg

By Julie Busch Branaman Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Can you work off the belly without giving up the beer? Maybe. Try exploring downtown St. Pete atop PedalPub, a moving tap powered by your own two feet and a round of beer. Shots, anyone?

Not Your Average Speakers: Global Diversity, 83 Degrees

By Diane Egner Saturday, May 05, 2012
Art, music, culture, food, perspectives, context, traditions, visions. The list goes on when it comes to the importance of global diversity to a community. But did you know that diversity also is a key indicator of economic success throughout history? Let's talk about it on May 17 with "Not Your Average Speakers.''

Saratopia Rivals Portlandia For Laughs, Sarasota

By Megan Voeller Tuesday, May 01, 2012
Saratopia pokes fun at Sarasota for being uncool in the same vein that Portlandia mocks Portland for being hyper-hip. The lovingly comedic webisode series was launched by serial entrepreneur Rich Swier, Jr., one of the founders of the HuB.

"Hold My Paw'': St. Pete Puppy's Story Aids PARC

By Missy Kavanaugh Tuesday, May 01, 2012
Proceeds from Hold My Paw, a fully illustrated children's book about Snapper, a yellow Lab, who overcomes illness and his fear of injections, will go to PARC, a Pinellas County provider of services for children and adults facing physical and mental challenges.

Hudson Couple Share Passion For Green Living Through Environ/MENTAL

By Matt Spencer Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Gary Rule and Kristina Risola created environ/MENTAL as an outlet to share their passions for the environment, mental health and crafting. Through the use of green everyday products, they hope to inspire customers to make more environmentally conscious decisions.

Not Your Average Speakers Talk Talent, 83 Degrees

By Matt Spencer Friday, April 20, 2012
Creating a more vibrant urban environment and changing the narrative about all Tampa Bay has to offer will help attract and retain talent in the globally competitive marketplace. Did you know, for instance, that the median age in Tampa Bay is close to 40 -- not 65 or 70 as many people think? "The dialogue was interesting, engaging and most of all exciting. I left there feeling smarter!'' says one audience member at "Talent Squeeze: Filling Tampa Bay's Pool,'' 83 Degrees Media's Not Your Average Speakers event.

USF Research Growth Rate: Among Top Universities

By Nathan Schwagler Tuesday, April 03, 2012
The breadth and depth of the scientific activities at the University of South Florida create huge opportunities for collaboration within the university, among other Florida colleges and universities and throughout the greater Tampa Bay community.

Talent Squeeze: Not Your Average Speakers, 83 Degrees

By Diane Egner Tuesday, April 03, 2012
Join 83 Degrees Media as we engage a panel of community, academic and business leaders in a community conversation about nurturing, attracting and retaining talent in Tampa Bay.

Creative Loafing's "Story Time" Gives Tampa Bay Writers A Stage To Share

By Matt Spencer Tuesday, April 03, 2012
Looking for something a little different than your typical open mic night and spoken-word event? Creative Loafing's monthly "Story Time" series, created by Arts & Entertainment Editor Julie Garisto, gives Tampa Bay writers an outlet to share their heartfelt, and often humorous, works.

Rising Star: Ferdian Jap Juggles Law School, Nonprofit Work

By Mitzi Gordon Tuesday, April 03, 2012
Blending business ventures with nonprofit service, Ferdian Jap is making waves throughout the Tampa scene. What's next for this 27-year-old achiever? Exposing the Tampa Riverwalk brand to the country at large.
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