First National adds experienced banker
The First National Bank of Pasco, based in Dade City, has just added Kurt Petersen to its commercial lending team.
Petersen has a 20-year history as a top producer with extensive banking and commercial lending experience, according to a news release from the bank.
Before joining First National Bank of Pasco, Petersen was senior vice president of commercial lending for Bank OZK. The size and local focus of First National Bank of Pasco is what led Petersen to join its ranks, the release says.
“First National Bank of Pasco is a proven community bank with vast market knowledge,” Petersen said. “Our size provides some nimbleness when considering loan applications. Larger, regional banks just don’t have that kind of flexibility,” he said.
The Shops at Wiregrass adds retailers
The Shops at Wiregrass, in Wesley Chapel, has added to its retail mix, and will add more soon.
Open now:
- Beauty In Abundance: Features a selection of favorite beauty brands and hair care products, as well as in-store make-up and lash appointments.
- Crimson Chain Leatherworks: Specializes in leather garb and costume accessories for Renaissance Fairs, LARP, cosplay, fantasy and historical reenactments.
- Arega NY: Offers swim and activewear sets.
These businesses are coming soon:
- lululemon pop-up store: Specializes in activewear, including yoga-inspired, technical athletic clothes for any active endeavor.
- Chuck Lager’s American Tavern: Offers a menu that has something for everyone in the family, ranging from pasta to burgers
- GO! Calendars Games and Toys: Features a wide selection of games, toys, puzzles, and calendars for those on your shopping list.
- Ornament Shoppe: Offers a variety of personalized ornament options for your Christmas tree.
- Design Hut: Creates custom shirts for the special people in your life, with great prices and designs.
- Hickory Farms: Offers cured meats, cheese, wine pairings, and fresh hand-picked fruits, in a variety of gift options for the holiday season.
- Fit2Run: Specializes in name-brand athletic footwear, technical running apparel and accessories to fit an active lifestyle.
- Sephora will be opening in the Spring of 2021.
The Shops at Wiregrass also is featuring live holiday entertainment for the whole family. For details on the entertainment, or more information about retailers at the mall, visit TheShopsAtWiregrass.com.
Raw Space Collaborative opens
A collaborative work space recently had its grand opening and ribbon-cutting at the Grove, in Wesley Chapel. The collaborative is located at 6013 Wesley Grove Blvd., Suite 208. For more information, visit RawSpaceCo.com.
New Year’s Eve bash
The Greater Pasco Chamber of Commerce will host a New Year’s Eve Masquerade Party on Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 12:45 a.m., at the Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Suncoast. The event includes hors d’oeuvres, a champagne toast, a DJ and a cash bar. There are multiple dance floors, allowing social distancing, and there is a limit of 100 guests at the event.
To RSVP, email or call, 813-491-4900, ext. 0. Tickets are $45 per person or $80 per couple. Room packages also are available.
runFit opens in Lutz
runFit, a run specialty shop, has opened at 18841 State Road 54 in Lutz. For information on what the shop offers, visit runFITgear.com. For questions, call 813-575-9383.
Learn entrepreneurial business skills
Join other entrepreneurs in a nine-week course to work through your business model with a trained facilitator. The course helps you discover repeatable steps for success you can use throughout the life of your company. The course is being offered on-site and virtually, through Zoom. The on-site courses are at SMARTstart West Pasco Entrepreneur Center, 4532 U.S. 19, New Port Richey. The center is on the first floor.
Classes will be on Thursdays, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., from Jan. 12 through March 9. Registration ends on Jan. 7. Go to Pasco Economic Development Council Inc.’s website for more information and to register.
Be inspired, get advice
Kevin Harrington, inventor of the infomercial and an original Shark from the hit TV show “Shark Tank” will share his advice on: “Getting motivated, building your brand, and succeeding in business,” during GROWPasco.
The event, being presented by Pasco Economic Development Council Inc., features 12 breakout sessions led by some of the best business minds in the area.
The event is on Jan. 16 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Hyatt Place Wesley Chapel, 26000 Sierra Center Blvd., in Lutz.
The cost is $20 per person for Pasco businesses and residents, or $40 per person, otherwise.
