Up and Comer Awards - S. Florida Business & Wealth

Up and Comer Awards

July 28, 2017 | SFBW Staff

Nearly 600 guests attended the 2017 SFBW Up & Comer Awards at Xtreme Action Park in Fort Lauderdale. Guests enjoyed cocktails prepared at a Las Vegas-style light-up bar, served by the Gold Coast Roller Derby Grrls. Thierry Isambert Culinary served an array of street food creations, from Indian cuisine to arepas.

SFBW Chairman and CEO Gary Press and sponsor Erik Sussman, president and CEO of MassMutual South Florida, presented awards to the most successful and forward-thinking South Florida business professionals under the age of 40. With more than 450 applicants, 86 were chosen as finalists and 20 winners were announced, receiving their awards after strutting down an LED runway.

Yen Morales, Catherin Valin and Maud Boisacq

Adriana Fernandez, Djuradj Babich, Wolfgang Pinther and Kimberly Tuby

The Gold Coast Roller Derby Grrls helped serve beverages

Kristi and Mike Linder, who was one of the winners

Andrew George, tournament director of the Honda Classic, receives his winner trophy from sponsor Erik Sussman, president and CEO of MassMutual South Florida, and SFBW Chairman and CEO Gary Press

Bibi Lucki, Eugene Mintze, Rachel Sapoznik and Rich Ducharme

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Barkov Makes Seven-Figure Gift to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

March 29, 2026 | SFBW Staff

The Panthers captain’s donation will expand pediatric orthopedic and sports medicine services, with the program now renamed in his honor.

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Funding the Future

March 29, 2026 | Jessica Graves

Strategic philanthropy for South Florida’s next generation

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Aging, Care, and the Cost of Waiting Too Long

March 29, 2026 | Jessica Graves

Attorney Heidi Friedman on VA benefits, Medicaid rules, and why early planning can prevent costly mistakes

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Boca Raton Ranks Among Nation’s Best Small Cities for Career Growth

March 24, 2026 | SFBW Staff

A new national study places Boca Raton on a list of smaller U.S. metros where strong job markets, rising wages, and quality of life are drawing professionals away from major urban centers.

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Nora District Adds First Residential Tower

March 23, 2026 | SFBW Staff

The launch of Nora House signals the next phase of West Palm Beach’s downtown growth as the city continues to attract new residents, offices, and investment.

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Palm Beach Gardens Tower Targets Next Wave of Corporate Relocations

March 17, 2026 | SFBW Staff

A new Class A office project reflects continued demand for premium workspace as financial and professional firms expand across South Florida.