Melis Turku Topa

Melis is originally from Turkey and spent several years in London, where she founded her own textile brand in collaboration with Turkish artisans. Now she combines her passion for storytelling with her love of meeting new people.

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April 29

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Missing middle housing: Who’s building for them?

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April 21

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The World Cup 2026 is coming to the US. Are the fans?

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April 6

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The Iran war’s ripple effects, sector by sector

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February 25

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How Tampa Bay schools shape economic growth

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February 24

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Building Pittsburgh’s next talent pipeline

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February 13

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Key real estate trends shaping Tampa Bay’s next growth phase

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February 6

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Florida has the jobs. Can the workforce keep pace?

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