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Chairman & Founder, Related Companies

Stephen Ross

“We have spent nearly 30 years investing in West Palm Beach, and this acquisition gives us the opportunity to bring that long-term commitment and experience to Boca Raton. We want to build on what is already working here and help create the conditions for more companies, talent and ideas to thrive.”

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Stephen Ross earns our Golden Bull Award for his transformative impact on West Palm and Boca.

Stephen Ross has never been one to rest on laurels. Known for his transformative ventures in West Palm Beach, Ross has now set his sights on Boca Raton, earning him a spot among House of Gab's Golden Bull Award recipients for 2026. The accolade recognizes individuals poised to shape Florida's evolving landscapes, and Ross's recent projects are doing just that.

Photo: Instagram / @SkyHankey / House of Gab

Society, Philanthropy

Skye & Don Rufus Hankey

“Style for me is freedom and an expression of how I’m feeling in the moment.”

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Icons, Interviewed

The movers, makers and shakers of South Florida, in their own words.

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The Q&A Series

Elena Dunovska's SQLPT Pilates Revolution

Elena Dunovska

Through strength, precision and intelligent movement, Elena Dunovska is redefining Pilates in SoFlo beyond its polished aesthetic.

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The Q&A Series

Violetta Varenkova, In Her Own Words

Violetta Varenkova

The owner of The Tox Boca Raton, The Wellington and The Tox Fort Lauderdale on disrupting wellness, choosing balance over perfection, and what's next.

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Founders, Rivani

Robert Rivani & Krystal Rivani

“I don’t follow trends. I want to set them to ensure future success.”

@robert_rivani

Photo: Lloyd's Studio Photography / Butters Construction / House of Gab

CEO, Butters

Malcolm Butters

“I am a big believer in karma. I feel that people want to do business with people they like.”

Photo: RCC Associates / Claire Rhodes / House of Gab

CEO & Chairwoman, RCC Associates

Beverly Rafael Altman

“We never say that we can’t do something. We always figure out a way to fix the problem.”

@rccassociates

Photo: Instagram / @MartaBloom / House of Gab

Model, Producer, Philanthropist

Marta Bloom

“It is not about drawing attention to myself… it is about using what we have to focus attention on the cause.”

@martabloom

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Photo: RIVANI / House of Gab

Founders, Rivani

Robert Rivani & Krystal Rivani

“I don’t follow trends. I want to set them to ensure future success.”

Photo: Lloyd's Studio Photography / Butters Construction / House of Gab

CEO, Butters

Malcolm Butters

“I am a big believer in karma. I feel that people want to do business with people they like.”

Photo: RCC Associates / Claire Rhodes / House of Gab

CEO & Chairwoman, RCC Associates

Beverly Rafael Altman

“We never say that we can’t do something. We always figure out a way to fix the problem.”

Photo: Instagram / @MartaBloom / House of Gab

Model, Producer, Philanthropist

Marta Bloom

“It is not about drawing attention to myself… it is about using what we have to focus attention on the cause.”

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Stephen Ross: The Visionary Redefining Boca Raton's Future

Stephen Ross earns our Golden Bull Award for his transformative impact on West Palm and Boca.

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Stephen Ross

Skye & Don Rufus Hankey

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Elena Dunovska

Violetta Varenkova

Robert Rivani & Krystal Rivani

Malcolm Butters

Beverly Rafael Altman

Marta Bloom

The Roll

Robert Rivani & Krystal Rivani

Malcolm Butters

Beverly Rafael Altman

Marta Bloom

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Stephen Ross: The Visionary Redefining Boca Raton's Future

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