Tampa Bay Developer

In episode 88 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Roger German, CEO of the Florida Aquarium, to discuss Tampa’s evolving vision, the Aquarium’s impact on the community, and its role in the city’s future development. They explore what Tampa could look like in the years ahead, offering valuable insights into how the Aquarium is helping shape the city’s future. Don’t miss this engaging convers...

In episode 87 of the TBD Podcast, Garret sits down with Scott Gilner, Senior Vice President of Kimley-Horn, to explore the firm’s diverse projects across the Tampa Bay area. As a national design and consulting firm known for its expertise in transportation, planning, and development services, Kimley-Horn plays a pivotal role in shaping the region’s infrastructure. Their conversation provides an in...

In Episode 86 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Rico Smith, the Republican candidate for Florida State Representative in District 67. Together, they discuss critical topics such as government spending, transportation challenges, and viable strategies to address Florida’s ongoing insurance crisis. This episode provides a thought-provoking look at key issues affecting the state and offers s...

In episode 85 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Chon Nguyen and Ferrell Alvarez, co-owners of the Proper House Group, a renowned Tampa-based hospitality collective responsible for some of the city’s most iconic ventures, including Rooster & the Till, Gallito Taqueria, Nebraska Mini Mart, Dang Dude, Ash, and Alter Ego. They explore the journey that brought their partnership to life, th...

In episode 84 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Josh Frank and Justin Cournoyer, leaders of the BLVD St. Pete project. This visionary initiative aims to demolish the I-175 corridor and replace it with a boulevard that reconnects the Southside and downtown St. Petersburg. The transformation promises to turn this underutilized stretch into a vibrant, accessible space that better serves the...

In episode 83 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Abbye Feeley, the City of Tampa's Director of Development and Growth Management and Interim Administrator for Development and Economic Opportunity, for an insightful discussion on the city's upcoming zoning change initiative set to roll out in the next two years. They dive into the implications of parking minimums and explore the cit...

In episode 82 of The TBD Pod, Garrett sits down with House Democratic Leader Fentrice Driskell for an insightful conversation on key issues facing Tampa and the broader Florida community. Together, they dive into topics such as affordability, the ongoing housing crisis, and the controversial leaked news about potential plans to build hotels and golf courses on Florida state parks. Tune in for a de...

In episode 81 of The TBD Pod, Garrett sits down with Joey Redner, the founder of Cigar City Brewing. They dive into the challenges Joey faced when starting the brewery, the incredible success that followed, and his eventual decision to exit the company. Joey also shares insights about his current role in Tampa's Encore Development and what the future holds for him. You won't want to miss t...

In episode 80 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett welcomes Jane Castor, the mayor of Tampa, for an in-depth conversation. Together, they dive into the pressing challenges facing the city and the innovative solutions Mayor Castor's administration is implementing to create lasting change. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of Tampa and the leadership driving its transforma...

In episode 79 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett is joined by Santiago Corrada, President and CEO of Visit Tampa Bay, to explore the pivotal role of the tourism industry in shaping the economic landscape of Tampa Bay. Santiago provides an in-depth analysis of several successful marketing campaigns spearheaded by Visit Tampa Bay, which have notably enhanced revenue streams for the region's hotels, res...

In Episode 78 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Joshua Pardue—an accomplished investor, developer, and advisor whose portfolio exceeds $250 million. Together, they delve into how savvy individuals capitalized on opportunities during the 2008 recession, explore the critical role of calculated risk in business success, and discuss the promising future of Ybor City and the transformative Gas...

In episode 77 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Jeff Speck, a renowned city planner, writer, and lecturer who serves as the principal at the urban design and consultancy firm Speck Dempsey. Together, they delve into a range of intriguing topics, including how Seaside, FL revolutionized urban design, the reasons behind U.S. cities' rejection of European-style planning, and the creation...

In episode 76 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Walt Chancey, the Sr. Managing Partner and Owner of Chancey Design. They delve into Walt's journey into architecture, explore the evolution of Ybor City, his innovative projects in Alys Beach, and discuss a creative new solution to affordable housing. Tune in for a fascinating conversation with one of the leading voices in architectural...

In episode 75 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Brad Meltzer, to discuss Two Roads Development's new project The Pendry. They also touch on various topics like how to become a developer, the importance of street activation, and what goes into financing a huge development project. Brad Meltzer is a Partner and President of Two Roads Development. Meltzer has led award-winning projects f...

In episode 74 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Joe Lopano, the CEO of Tampa International Airport. They discuss the history of the airport, the TPA expansion project, and a new flight concept called "Air Taxis". This is an episode you don't want to miss! Joe Lopano was appointed on January 1, 2011 as Tampa International Airport Chief Executive Officer. A true visionary of t...

In episode 73 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with developer Eddie Hall and architect Bob Hall to discuss their new venture, AQUA at Westshore Yacht Club. Built on the last available parcel in the highly desirable Westshore Yacht Club community, AQUA’s waterfront location offers amenity-rich living and unobstructed sunset bay views from luxury tower residences. AQUA features 77 grand waterfr...

On Episode 72 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with former Florida Senator Jeff Brandes, to discuss criminal justice reform, property insurance, transportation, and affordable housing. Senator Jeff Brandes is a highly respected and accomplished leader who served in the Florida Legislature from 2010 to 2022. He represented District 24, which covered a majority of Pinellas County, and was known...

On episode 71 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Fred Hearns and Ashley Morrow of the Tampa Bay History Center. Tune in as they discuss Tampa's black history, the history of Central Ave, the Scrub, and the consequences of urban renewal on the black community. Fred Hearns is the curator for black history at the history center and Ashley Morrow is the program manager for a partnership wi...

In episode 70 of the TBD Podcast, Garret sits down with Kimberlee Curtis to discuss the grand opening of her Gold's Gym in Tampa, the Gas Worx development, and the future plans to bring more green space to the Channel District. Kimberlee Curtis is the owner of Gold’s Gym Tampa Gas Worx, which is set to open June 29th, 2024. This will be a 25,000 plus square foot gym located in the vibrant Gas...

In episode 69 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Sean Demartino, a widely respected veteran in the construction industry who has led multiple large scale projects for clients such as Walt Disney, Universal Orlando, LYNX and the Orlando Magic. Sean has overseen Tampa projects like the JW Marriott Water Street, the Ritz Carlton residences on Bayshore Boulevard, the Pendry Hotel in downtown,...

In episode 68 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Kathy Castor, a U.S. Congresswoman representing Florida's 14th congresional district. She is Tampa Bay's voice in congress, elected in 2006, becoming the first woman to represent Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. Kathy Castor focuses on issues vital to Tampa Bay area families and businesses, and is committed to building a stronger...

In episode 67 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Joanna Olsen, the owner of the Coyote Ugly Saloon in Ybor City. Tune in as Garrett and Joanna discuss Ybors growth over the years, future Ybor development, and the biased news coverage surrounding Ybor nightlife.

In episode 66 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Edgar Castrotello and Shelby Lewis, who are the recycling specialists for the Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management. Edgar and Shelby oversee the educational programs and public outreach relating to recycling, composting and waste diversion for the City of Tampa. The Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Pr...

Brad Miller is the CEO of Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority. The PSTA is a government agency that provides public transportation for Pinellas County, Florida. The authority manages a fixed-route bus system that encompasses over 40 bus routes - including two express routes to Tampa; the Central Avenue Trolley; the Suncoast Beach Trolley; and the bus rapid transit service, the SunRunner. In the ni...

Harry Kayafas is a builder, developer, and the owner of Sterling Cigar Lounge in Ybor City. Sterling Cigar Lounge is an infill development on 7th Ave in Ybor City. It includes a first floor restaurant, a second and third floor of a boutique hotel/ Airbnb, and a fourth floor cigar lounge with a bar, humidor and outdoor patio space.