“We were growing but constantly hitting roadblocks, operating in a reactive state, putting out fires,” recalled Allen Greene II, Co-Founder, Envision Construction Services. It’s a description of his business that could have come ...

“Our mission is to continue to be the go-to partner for growth-minded businesses seeking to leverage digital marketing,” said Michael Westafer, founder and CEO of Roger West. As a full-service digital marketing agency, Roger West ...

“Dress for Success Tampa Bay empowers women by providing them with professional attire, career development tools and a support network to help them succeed in the workforce and in life,” said Lisette Parsons, her words heavy with an ...

“I want to build something that can do and be many things to many people,” said Jeff Gigante, Founder of Next Level Brands Hospitality. “Create a draw, a magnetism for great leaders to come into and for them to give their input ...

“BayCare health system is the largest integrated health delivery system in West Central Florida. We lead this entire health system with the highest level of quality, clinical excellence, and compassionate care,” said Dr. Sowmya ...

“What sets us apart with our clients is the experience that we create,” said Adam Thomas, Market leader for Tampa at Forvis Mazars U.S. The product of a 2022 merger between accounting firms Dixon Huges Goodman and BKD CPAs & ...

“We want to continue to beautify our community and give people access to art,” said Tara Knauss-Wilga, Board Member of the Gasparilla Festival of the Arts. “Sharing experiences through art is really the best way for us to showcase ...

“I love understanding why businesses, and people for that matter, do what they do. What drives them? Where do their passions lie? How is that unique?” explains Chamber Member Glenn Zimmerman when asked what he loves most about his chosen ...

Congratulations are in order for Chamber Member Trenam Law and its Tampa -based shareholder Stephanie Lieb, just named a Fellow by the American College of Bankruptcy. Lieb will be recognized during ACB's Annual Meeting in March, when she will be ...

“Every decision requires some type of trade off, so our job is to really talk to clients and educate them about how this one decision could impact them and their financial situation 10, 15, 20 years down the road,” said Shane ...

“WEDU is a trusted source for storytelling. We take tremendous pride in exploring our community and sharing the important local stories that inspire,” said Paul Grove, President and CEO of WEDU PBS. West Central Florida’s Public ...

In this season of giving, the Tampa Bay Chamber is proud to spotlight a member making a positive impact in the region far beyond November and December. It is the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay, quietly at work connecting people in game changing ...

2025 Valspar Tournament Week March 20 – 23, 2025 - Ticket Sales Started December 2024 Tampa, FL - “We’re putting on a professional golf tournament, and we want to put on the best one that we possibly can,” said Tracy West, ...

“Taking care of our business customers and offering the right programs to meet their needs is one of our core values,” explains Fabiano Laux, Delta Air Lines’ City Sales Manager, Tampa Bay & Central Florida Region. Sixty-five ...

“Our mission is to roll cigars 100 years from now, the way we do today,” said Drew Newman, emphasizing that his family’s company rolls cigars in the traditional way, “the same way we did 100 years ago. We are committed to ...

“If we don’t save the wild parts of Florida, they’re not going to be here in 10 years,” said Danna Bramlet, Director of Development for the Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation. Founded in 2004 by National Geographic ...

“Not everyone loves going to the dentist, so knowing that it can come to them in their own home, community or business, people really love the idea,” said Joleyn Carriveau, Dental Hygienist and owner of Home Dental to You. An innovative ...

“Axios was built around journalists with true expertise on consequential topics,” said Doug Coffelt, managing director of client partnerships for Axios Tampa Bay. “It positions us as a leading source to our audience.” A ...

“CAE USA offers a full spectrum of services, everything from virtual reality supported devices to full flight simulators and everything in between,” said Merrill Stoddard, Division President and General Manager for CAE Defense and ...

“We’re a community service, performing arts organization, and as such, every time we present a Broadway production, we know that serves our mission in the community,” said Greg Holland, President and CEO of the Straz Center for the ...

“Our mission is to help Israeli companies to grow here in Florida and do that in a way that makes an economic impact and solves critical business problems with innovative Israeli technology,” said Pam Miniati, Co-Executive Director of ...

“We’re grateful to build projects that really enhance our community,” said Joshua Bomstein, President of Creative Contractors. “Building schools and hospitals, performing arts centers, recreational facilities, that’s a ...

"I saw a need in the marketplace to give car enthusiasts a place to enjoy their passions together and build a community,” said Brad Oleshansky, Founder and CEO of The Motor Enclave. An experiential motorsports venue, The Motor Enclave is home ...

A handful of maps dating back to the 1500’s will be unveiled in Florida for the first time. It’s an honor that will go to the Tampa Bay History Center! The rare maps, with international importance, once belonged to Spanish explorer ...

Here’s an update to our last spotlight with Chamber Member Highwoods Properties. Senior Vice President, Tampa Market Leader Dan Woodward, pointed up to the sky – 18 stories up at Midtown East in West Tampa! “Highwoods Properties ...

“As a team member who’s been here for 16 years, Grow really puts people first,” said Chantel Negron, Assistant Vice President of Community Development at Grow Financial Federal Credit Union. “That’s true whether it ...

For 33 years, the historic Tampa Theatre has kept bringing favorite films back to the big screen on Sundays. Don't miss the Summer Classics movie series presented by Bank of America. Both Chamber Members have been partnering on the annual series ...

“We don’t wear name tags because we have a personal connection with each one of our clients that walks through our doors,” said Leah Pearson, VP and Professional Relationship Manager at the Bank of Central Florida. “We know ...

“We want to educate businesses about the opportunities that are available,” said Jason Bortz, President and CEO of government contracting firm Select GCR, “and help them understand the steps that can be taken to ultimately increase ...

“Last year alone, we distributed 87 million meals,” explained Lorena Hardwick, Chief External Affairs Officer for Feeding Tampa Bay. “We partnered with over 310 agencies, logged over 160-thousand volunteer hours, and supplied ...