AGP Executive Report
Last update: 43 minutes agoAI & Data Center Deals: Duos Technologies says it’s signed five-year, 55 MW hosting agreements with Axe Compute valued at over $500M, with readiness targeted for late 2026 into early 2027, as the pair also expands AI data center capacity across multiple U.S. locations. Cybersecurity Growth: Ridge IT Cyber, now based in the Tampa Bay area, earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 for a fourth straight year after 181% three-year growth, and expects about 20 more local hires in 2026. Local Business Expansion: PatchMaster Southwest Florida opened under local owner George Doulos, bringing mobile drywall repair and interior painting across Naples/Fort Myers and nearby communities. Construction & Jobs: AECOM Hunt Turner was selected to lead construction of the new Tampa Bay Rays stadium on the Hillsborough College campus, a $2.3B project aimed at a 2029 opening. Small Business Leadership: Accountit CPA founder Vyju Narendra was named treasurer of NAWBO South Florida, expanding support for women entrepreneurs. Election Watch (Business Impact): Florida’s Aug. 18 primary is set to decide nominations for governor, U.S. Senate, and key seats, with prediction markets heavily favoring Byron Donalds in the GOP governor race.
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