LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER
Hey there, Friends of the FiG,
What a start to 2025 it’s been! We kicked off the year with a bang—
literally—at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, where we made
our debut as an official exhibitor. From the pulse-pounding action on the
track to the thousands of race fans who stopped by our tent, it was an
incredible opportunity to shine a spotlight on the amazing local businesses
we feature. Huge thanks to everyone who came out, grabbed a guide,
and snagged some of our exclusive merch designed by local legend Chad
Mize.
We’ve also welcomed a new face to our team—Omar
Garza, our newest distribution associate. Omar is
a former Marine and seasoned project manager
who’s already making sure the InfoGuide hits
our 400+ distribution points with military-
grade precision. He’s a great addition to the
crew, and we’re lucky to have him on board.
And here’s some news we’re especially proud of:
Florida InfoGuide is a finalist in TWO 2025 Florida
Magazine Association Charlie Awards! We’re in the
running for Best Redesign and Best Tourism-Related Publication, and we
couldn’t be more excited. Final results come out in August, so cross your
fingers for us.
Of course, Amos the MVGreyhound is still out exploring—sniffing out the
coolest spots, meeting local legends, and helping us tell the stories that
make Tampa Bay such a special place. You’ll see him in the pages of this
issue and all over our social media, so if you’re not following along yet,
now’s the time.
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Thanks for continuing to support us and the
incredible small businesses that keep this area
buzzing. We’re grateful to be on this ride with
you—and can’t wait for what’s next.
Onward,
Ritch Brandon
Publisher