2024 Impact Report
Collegiate Leadership prepares a diverse group of student leaders to have a positive impact on their future communities while they learn extensively about what makes Tampa Bay a favored place to live and work. Through experiential learning, students explore careers in the nonprofit, private, public, and philanthropic sectors. The program provides students with the knowledge, skills, and networks necessary to develop their professional lives and build a future as engaged Tampa Bay citizens through interactive and collaborative activities.
The 2024 class was made up of 29 students — the most in the program’s history — representing Saint Leo University, The University of South Florida, and The University of Tampa who have demonstrated leadership within their campus community, as well as academic success.
100%
Collegiate Leadership enhanced my ability to understand my personal strengths and leadership styles.
100%
Collegiate Leadership enhanced my ability to build bridges by linking people and information across groups and networks.
96%
Collegiate Leadership enhanced my ability to understand issues and assets within Tampa Bay.
96%
Collegiate Leadership enhanced my ability to explore various career pathways in the private, nonprofit, and public sectors.
82%
Are planning on staying in Tampa Bay after graduation.
87%
Said CLTB influenced their decision to stay in Tampa after graduation.
38%
Received an internship or job offer during the program, with many attributing the connections they made as a primary reason as to why they got it.
Student Feedback
I have grown my network of connections far past what I ever would have thought possible, which has allowed me to become a more informed and involved member of the Tampa Bay community.
– Alex Carson, The University of Tampa
Collegiate Leadership has allowed me to come out of my shell and explore the opportunities Tampa Bay Area has to offer. As an International student, I was completely unfamiliar with career, leadership, and development opportunities. Through this program I was able to connect with students, career professionals, and guides that allowed me to navigate through the challenges of being a “stranger” in the area.
– Abdul Muqeet Khawaja, University of South Florida
My favorite Program Day was Government and Economic Development Day because I had the opportunity to attend the courthouse, see a live court case, and even speak to the judge after the case.
– Leonardo Kelly, Saint Leo University
The 2024 Class
Saint Leo University
- Audrey Ang – Biomedical & Health Sciences
- Latifia Cockburn – Biomedical & Health Sciences
- Melissa Fonseca Morales – Accounting
- Reese Hathaway – Social Work
- Leonardo Kelly – Business Management & Accounting
- Ariel Munroe – Accounting & Finance
- Tomas Ossa – Software Engineering
- Raphael Osswald – International Studies
- Isabella Riano – Psychology
- Nicholae Robinson – Cybersecurity
The University of Tampa
- Daniel Analytis – Music (Technologist Track)
- Quin Anderson – Management
- Alex Carson – Environmental Studies & Psychology
- Sean Curran – Economics
- Alejandro Del Valle – Finance & Economics
- Megan Malone – Communication, Media, and Culture
- Kiley McGorry – Finance & Business Information Technology
- Jade Rudie – Management
University of South Florida
- Amruta Bollineni – English
- Jordan Foltz – Entrepreneurship & Innovation
- Taylor Herman – Political Science
- Krysten Manley – Political Science & Pre-Law
- Abdul Muqeet Khawaja – Accounting and Business Analytics
- Jaycee Perez – Mechanical Engineering
- Rachel Rodrigues De Oliveira – Global Business & Business Management
- Osama Shehadeh – Biomedical Sciences & Psychology
- Savannah Smith – History
- Francisco Vazquez – Marketing, Concentration Sales, and Communication
- Amna Wajahat – Business Analytics & Information Systems
Program Days
Opening Session
Objective
To lay the groundwork for a solid foundation for the Collegiate Leadership Tampa Bay Class of 2024 while building relationships and setting the purpose for our journey.
Speakers
- Scott Riley, Riley Foundation
- Arnie Bellini, The Bellini Foundation
- Kari Goetz, United Way Suncoast
- Clint Babcock, Sandler Training
Government | Legal | Real Estate
Speakers
- Amanda Uliano, Law Office of Amanda M. Uliano, P.A.
- Brenda McKenzie, City of Tampa
- Judge Tom Palermo, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit of Florida
- Judge Michael Hooi, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit of Florida
- Shauna Hale, Asst. U.S. Attorney
- Kim Madison, Strategic Property Partners
- Luis Martinez-Monfort, Martinez-Monfort, P.A.
- Stacy Miller, Bright Investments
- Jay Quigley, Florida Executive Realty
- Casey Perry, Cushman & Wakefield
- Kenneshia Martin, Martin Mortgage Financial, LLC
Locations
- Hillsborough County Court House
- Strategic Property Partners
Entrepreneurship | Tech | Insurance | Banking
Speakers
- Patrick Arends, SouthState
- Isaac Henderson, Jacobs Engineering
- Jennifer Murphy, Truist Financial Corporation
- Shayna Davitt, A-LIGN
- Tanja Omeragic, ConnectWise
- Josh Barillas, Allovue
- Chris Karlo, MercuryWorks
- Tony Selvaggio, eSmart Recycling
- Amy Martinez-Monfort, The Tampa Laundry
Locations
- Truist
- ConnectWise
- USAA
Transportation | Infrastructure | Sustainability
Speakers
- Alexis Black, City of Tampa
- David Loos, Workscapes
- Rodney Kite-Powell, Tampa Bay History Center
- Katrina Pasteur, The Beck Group
- Shelby Lewis, City of Tampa
- Edgar Castro Tello, City of Tampa
- Christopher Yanes, Baker Barrios Architects
- Gina Dew, Hillsborough County Aviation Authority
- Gary Holland, Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority
- Tristin Ware, Florida Aquarium
Locations
- Tampa Convention Center
- The Beck Group
- Tampa International Airport
- Florida Aquarium
Military | First Responders
Speakers
- Ann Maglio, United States Special Operations Command
- Major Eric Defelice, Tampa Police Department
- Chief David Dittman, Tampa Fire Rescue Training
- Training Corporal Jared Douds, Tampa Police Department
Locations
- MacDill Air Force Base
- SOCOM Resource Center
- Tampa Police Department
Healthcare | Mental Health
Speakers
- Jasmine Nicholas, St. Joseph’s Hospital
- Antoine Richards, I-DIEM
- Kenneth Wright, Moffitt Cancer Center
- Sarah Riordan, Moffitt Cancer Center
- Brenda Connolly, Moffitt Cancer Center
- Angel Neubrand, Manager, BayCare
- Karl Nyman, University of South Florida
- Nikki Diaz-White, St. Joseph’s/BayCare
- Ryan Becker-Sikes, St. Joseph’s/BayCare
- Anthony Santucci, BayCare
- Ken Gibson, Crisis Center of Tampa Bay
- Josh Kwasnicki, Crisis Center of Tampa Bay
Locations
- Moffitt Cancer Center
- St. Joseph’s Hospital
- BayCare Behavioral Health Center
Arts | Entertainment | Sports
Speakers
- Janie Malson, Citi
- JL Bielon, ZooTampa
- Christi Reiter, ZooTampa
- Kelli Meyers, ZooTampa
- Amy Weber, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Jemma Adams, Tampa Bay Sun FC
- Rob Higgins, Tampa Bay Sports Commission
- Kevin Preast, Vinik Sports Group
- Travis Pelleymounter, Tampa Bay Lightning
- Summer Bohnenkamp, Straz Center
- Karla Hartley, Stageworks
- Iris Gonzalez, Tampa Museum of Art
- Ansleigh Herrera, Tampa Museum of Art
Locations
- ZooTampa
- One Buccaneer Place
- Straz Center
- Tampa Museum of Art
Closing Session/Graduation Ceremony
Objective
To provide class members with an understanding of future involvement in Emerging Leaders of Tampa Bay and other Chamber opportunities as well as determine the next steps in their leadership journeys. Each student receives a complimentary Emerging Leaders membership after they graduate.