Bridgette Bello joins SPx for a candid conversation about the changing world of media, business leadership, and relationship-building in Tampa Bay. The former Tampa Bay Business Journal publisher and founder of Tampa Bay Business & Wealth talks about why authentic connections matter more than networking, how influence differs from power, and what she's building with her new venture, The Executive Collective. Joe and Bridgette also dive into the state of journalism, personal branding, and the role trust plays in business communities. It's an honest, thoughtful discussion about leadership, reputation, and how people build lasting influence over time.