Ian Schrager — “A New Take on Luxury” @ The Residences at The Tampa...
Meet Ian Schrager
Creative Director,
The Residences at
The Tampa EDITION
By Ronda M. Parag
METRO had an exclusive opportunity to video chat with the legendary Ian Schrager, Creative...
The Zombie Pirate: The Perfect Grog For Ye Maties!
The pirates are setting upon Tampa Bay and it’s time for the locals to prepare for the annual invasion in typical fashion — throw...
10 Tips to Make Outdoor Parties Unforgettable
Make Your Outdoor Parties Unforgettable
(Family Features) Entertaining is one thing, but dazzling your guests with an outdoor party sensation is another. Summer can be...
Whiskey, Bourbon & Rye, Oh My!
A Bourbon Conversation with David Winsor, Senior Director of Corporate and International Accounting, Bloomin’ Brands
A graduate of University of Florida, David is a huge...
12 German Phrases To ‘Drop’ At Oktoberfest Tampa This Weekend
The festival of “gemütlichkeit” returns for the 9th Annual Oktoberfest Tampa event. For 3 full days, Tampa’s downtown Curtis Hixon Park will be transformed...
5 Outdoor Entertaining Tips
(Family Features) The weather in Tampa Bay brings plenty of opportunities to enjoy time outdoors entertaining family and friends. The key to a successful...
7 Tips For Hosting Your Own Mother’s Day Tea Party
By Krayl Funch
Mother’s Day and Sunday Brunch go together like Orange Juice and Champagne. This year skip the crowded restaurants and spend quality time...
Local Tampa Bay Area Dentist Gives Back in Haiti
Dr. Ron O’Neal, a board Member of Village Partners International, along with fellow medical professionals, travel each year to a remote area in Mombin-Crochu,...
Big Smoke Meets WhiskyFest in Tampa
Experience the Ultimate Collaboration,
Big Smoke Meets WhiskyFest
Big Smoke Meets WhiskyFest! Prepare to ignite your senses at an unforgettable evening of luxury and refinement, as...
Inspiring Woman In Business: Lisa Gilmore
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Lisa Gilmore
Founder, Lisa Gilmore Design
Lisa Gilmore is the founder of Lisa Gilmore Design, a full-service...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: MEET DAVID KAHN OF BESPOKE & CO.
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The Face of Custom Clothing
David Kahn
Bespoke & Co.
David Kahn is the owner and creative director at...
METRO EVENTS: The Tampa Bay Fashion Experience
Merging Fashion and Philanthropy
The Tampa Bay Fashion Experience
At Tampa Bay Fashion Experience the passion for merging fashion and philanthropy goes beyond the runway. The...
METRO PEOPLE: HOBIE LONG ON ACHIEVING HOLISTIC WELLNESS
Hobie Long has made it a life project to teach others the importance and benefits of working on all aspects of health (Holistic Wellness).
Finding...
Art Party Celebrates Tampa Bay’s Creative Power
"Love of Local"
One Night Only Art Party
Celebrates Tampa Bay’s
Creative Power
Tampa Bay’s art scene is having a moment — and Dean Street Gallery is making...
Inspiring Woman In Business: Danyell Jones Munassi CEPA, AAMS, WMS
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DANYELL JONES MUNASSI CEPA, AAMS, WMS
Raymond James & Associates, Inc.
I invite you to ask yourself:...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: MEET ENRIQUE CRESPO—CRESPO DESIGN GROUP
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The Face of Interior Design
Enrique Crespo
Crespo Design Group
Unconventional ideas and distinctive style are what define Enrique...
METRO’S GUIDE TO NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATIONS IN TAMPA BAY
METRO’s GUIDE TO GREAT
NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATIONS
AROUND THE BAY
As NYE approaches, it can be a challenge on deciding where to be seen and celebrate...
DENTISTS OF DISTINCTION: Ron O’Neal, D.M.D.
RON B. O’NEAL, D.M.D.
The Family Dentist
Specialties: Creating customized plans to meet each person’s desired outcome.
Many people say they hate going to the dentist. The...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: LARA TIBBALS
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The Face of Civil and
Family Law Mediation
LARA TIBBALS
Tibbals Mediation LLC
With 25 years of legal, professional, and...
Inspiring Women In Business: Kristen McKinlay and Melanie Rose
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Kristen McKinlay and Melanie Rose
McKinlay Rose Interiors
In the heart of South Tampa’s prestigious Hyde Park,...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: MEET STACY YATES
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The Face of Mediation
Stacy Yates
Older Lundy Koch & Martino
Stacy Yates is a highly experienced trial attorney...
METRO EVENT: Red Bull Flugtag Returns to Tampa
Red Bull Flugtag Returns to Tampa:
Where Ingenuity takes Flight
A popular past time in the Tampa Bay Area returns this November. The City of Tampa...
Inspiring Woman In Business: Sharon Conklin Perez
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Sharon Conklin Perez
Beasley Media Group
Blending creativity and strategy, Sharon has been a leader in broadcasting,...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: MEET TONY MARTINO
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The Face of Civil Mediation
TONY MARTINO
Anthony “Tony” Martino, a Board Certified Civil Trial attorney, has over...
Inspiring Women In Business: Older Lundy Koch & Martino
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EXCEPTIONAL WOMEN IN LAW
Older Lundy Koch & Martino
Older Lundy Koch & Martino (Older Lundy) is...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: MEET MICHAEL LUNDY
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The Face of Family Law
Michael Lundy
Older Lundy Koch & Martino
Michael Lundy, OLDER LUNDY’s Managing and Founding Partner, has...
GASPARILLA GROG FOR YE MATIES: The 2025 Frozen Zombie Pirate
The pirates are setting upon Tampa Bay and it’s time for the locals to prepare for the annual invasion in typical fashion — throw...
Inspiring Woman In Business: Lizette Rivera
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Lizette Rivera
Roasted Whisk Gifting Co.
Lizette Rivera, founder and owner of Roasted Whisk Gifting Co., creates...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: MEET AMY EMANUEL
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The Face of Mobile IV Hydration Therapy
Amy Emanuel
RevIVe Wellness
RevIVe Wellness is your go-to for mobile IV...
METROLife Biz: Cathy Angel — Boxed by an Angel
Battle Boxes with Cathy Angel
Owner and Founder of
Boxed by an Angel
Trying times call for implementation of spirit lifting tactics. That is the exact business...
Tampa Bay Wine and Food Festival Returns
Tampa Bay Wine and Food Festival
Five days of curated culinary experiences in Tampa Bay, set to engage your palettes with the help of international...
Inspiring Woman In Business: Carlyn Neuman
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Carlyn Neuman
360 Realty Tampa
Carlyn Neuman is a multifaceted professional, leading Florida’s real estate at the...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: MEET AMBER GRAY-MOORE
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The Face of Interior Design & Creativity
Amber Gray-Moore
Grayson Interiors
Amber Gray-Moore, owner and lead designer of Grayson...
Tampa Bay Art Scene: Ya La’Ford’s Abstract Take On The Wild West
International (Tampa-based) Artist, Ya La’Ford’s
Survey The West: A Cross-Continental Reflection
On View at The James Museum
A bold reimagining of sculptures and paintings inspired by the...
METRO Events: Big Smoke meets Whiskey Fest
Cigar Aficionado and Whisky Advocates
“Big Smoke meets WhiskyFest”
A triumphant collaboration event hosted by Cigar Aficionado and Whisky Advocate will make for an evening full...
Inspiring Woman In Business: Pia Trujillo
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Pia Trujillo
Pia Esthetics Day Spa
This year, I’m thrilled to celebrate Pia Day Spa’s 20th anniversary!...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: MEET DR. RON O’NEAL
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The Face of Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Ron O’Neal
The Family Dentist
Become the change you seek, in both your...
TAMPA BAY METRO BIZ: MEET WILL SMITH
Meet Will Smith
Founder and CEO
of Will Smith Aviation
Based in Tampa
By Evan Parag
Ascend to your destination with ease onboard a Will Smith Aviation private charter....
Sip. Savor. Repeat at St. Pete Food + Wine Festival
Sip. Savor. Repeat.
SAVOR St. Pete
Food + Wine Festival
The first weekend in November has its sights set on being a culinary lovers dream come true....
Adding Color and Beauty To The World Thru Art
Meet Artist Britt Ford
Influenced by the colorful hues of her mother and grandmother, who decorated their homes in bright colors of pinks, greens, blues...
NAEEM KAHN Speaks Out About Tampa, Fashion, Art and Culture
The Inspiration behind the Tampa Museum of Art’s annual "CITY: Fashion+Art+Culture" event, Naeem Khan, took some time to speak with Tampa Bay METRO about...
Inspiring Woman In Business: Debra Ackerbloom
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Debra Ackerbloom
Principal, Debra Ackerbloom Interiors
Specializing in Residential Luxury Interior Design, Debra Ackerbloom is ranked among...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: MEET DR. TRACI BURNS
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The Face of Luxury
Residential Real Estate
Traci Burns
Traci Burns brings 38+ years of experience, integrity, and commitment...
25 Great Charity Events — All For a Greater Cause
25 CHARITY EVENTS IN TAMPA BAY | 2023
Ryan Nece Foundation
Event: 14th Annual Holiday Party – Raise the Stakes for Students
Date & Time: December...
BBQ LOVE FEST
LOVERS OF BBQ, REJOICE!
One of Tampa’s newest philanthropic events “BBQ LOVE FEST” showcases Americas Top Pitmasters and backyard bbq pros in this first annual...
Inspiring Women In Business: Katrina Riley & Lindsey Cronk
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Katrina Riley & Lindsey Cronk
Co-founders, ÉLAN Aesthetics
Katrina Riley and Lindsey Cronk, co-founders of ÉLAN Aesthetics,...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: MEET DEBRA ACKERBLOOM
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The Face of Award-Winning
Luxury Interior Design
Debra Ackerbloom
With over 20 years of experience and dual degrees in...
METROLife Sponsored Event: Morgan Auto Group Charity Polo Classic
Morgan Auto Group Charity Polo Classic
When: February 25, 2023
Where: DI Polo
The 11th annual Morgan Auto Group Charity Polo Classic presented by SFLAA and OLAA...
Lawyer by Day and Author by Night
Meet Jen Murphy, Local Corporate and Tax Attorney Publishes Debut Novel
Born in New York but moved to Bogota, Colombia at three years old, and...
Honoring Racing Legend Dan Wheldon
Honoring Racing Legend Dan Wheldon
The Lionheart Movie Debuts on HBO and MAX
It was a great way to kick off the INDYCAR Series season in...
Inspiring Woman In Business: Christina Suarez Alvarez
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Christina Suarez Alvarez
Le Roots Premium Urban Farm
Christina Suarez Alvarez draws inspiration from her family’s deep-rooted...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: MEET APRIL GREEN
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The Face of ADHD Care
April Green, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC
Focus Of Tampa Bay
With 20 years of experience working...
4 Hot Spots to Enjoy The Fourth
4 Tampa Bay Hot Spots
To Celebrate
The Fourth Of July
As Independence Day approaches, there are many ways to celebrate across the bay. Both Tampa and...
METROLife People: In Search of the Perfect Sound…
Meet Mike Ingold
Ingold Audio Design Co.
Mike Ingold’s love of music, woodworking and fabrication have finally all come together in a new business venture with...
The Valspar Championship Returns To Tampa Bay
EXPERIENCE ALL THE ACTION
The Valspar Championship
March 17-23, 2025
The most colorful tournament on the PGA Tour® held at Innisbrook Golf Resort’s renowned Copperhead Course graces...
Inspiring Woman In Business: Lara Tibbals
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LARA TIBBALS
Tibbals Mediation LLC
With 25 years of experience in legal and business fields, Lara excels...
FACES OF METRO TAMPA BAY: KRISTEN MCKINLAY & MELANIE ROSE
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The Faces of Luxury Residential
Interior Design and Décor
McKinlay Rose Interiors
We’re Now in Westshore! McKinlay Rose Interiors...
Local Event Designer and Planner Creates Dazzling Experiences
Local Event Designer and Planner
FrankLynn Visual Marketing (FLVM)
Creates Dazzling Experiences
FrankLynn Visual Marketing (FLVM) has been creating bold, unique experiences connecting people and places for...
Inspiring Women In Business, Deepa Bhat, MD
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Deepa Bhat, MD
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
Ravive Plastic Surgery & MedSpa
Artistry and Innovation come together at...
