Do you have a question for Tampa's Mayor?Tweet it to us at #FacetheChamber
Do you have a question about our local economy? Do you want to know more about Mayor Bob Buckhorn's thoughts on transit or his vision for the future of Tampa? On March 27, the Mayor will join us for his annual address to the Chamber - but you don't have to wait until then to submit your questions. We will take questions up until the event to ask the Mayor at the luncheon. You can email them to us at news@tampachamber.com or tweet them to @Tampa_Chamber using #FacetheChamber.
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The Art of Networking
Make connections, build relationships
Some could define networking as a job, others a challenge, some even an exciting new way to get their personality known by others. In fact, networking is both a science and an art form that should ultimately be a fun, exciting and a rewarding approach to career and professional advancement. The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce is a great place for all your networking needs! read more >>
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Are you in need of small business assistance?
Chamber hosts Small Business Information Center appointments monthly
The Small Business Information Center (SBIC) is committed to supporting economic development by assisting entrepreneurs in the creation or expansion of small, minority and women-owned businesses throughout Hillsborough County. SBIC provides free business consultations to help clients start and grow their business. Clients receive assistance with developing their business idea, business plan, marketing plan; answer questions about business structure, zoning, permitting, taxes, insurance, bonding and registering your business.
The Chamber hosts monthly appointments with SBIC on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Appointments are required, if you would like to schedule a free one-on-one consultation appointment or register for a free workshop(s), please call (813) 914 - 4028 or visit www.hillsboroughcounty.org/sbic to register online.
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My experience at Leadership Tampa's Natural Resources/Transportation Day
by Tina Cotton, Leadership Tampa Class of 2013
 Our most recent LT-13 (the best class ever) event was Natural Resources/ Transportation Day. Our day chairs were Keith Greminger of Kimley-Horn and Chris Smith of Mosaic. I want to give a special shout-out to them for a great day! Our most recent LT-13 (the best class ever) event was Natural Resources/Transportation Day. Our day chairs were Keith Greminger of Kimley-Horn and Chris Smith of Mosaic. I want to give a special shout-out to them for a great day! A consistent message throughout the day was: cost of doing business, growth of the organizations, marketing and supporting Tampa Bay and most important making sure their customers are well taken care ofread more >>
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Your opportunity to join Tampa Bay's Quest To Be "Cool"
Chamber, local media group encourages collaboration towards improving Tampa's imageAll call for thought leaders, influencers, innovators, techies, designers, arts aficionados, academics, creatives and traditional business types! Help shape the narrative by joining the Chamber and 83 Degrees Media's "Not Your Average Speakers'' in a conversation designed to advance the community dialogue about what makes cities cool. Come and talk solutions, provoke thought, spur community engagement and make connections. Join us March 27 at The Vault in downtown Tampa. read more >>
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New Member Coffee Connection
Wednesday, March 20, 2013 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin Street
New Member Coffee Connection focuses on Chamber members within their first year of membership and is held every other month. It is designed to help engage new members and build relationships. This program is facilitated by an Ambassador, who is a volunteer and will serve as your mentor! Click here to register!
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Pearls of Wisdom - "Women Helping Women"
Thursday, March 21, 2013 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Mise en Place, Inc., 442 W. Kennedy Blvd.
Come hear from a select group of local area organizations that are improving the lives of women in the Tampa Bay area. Join us to learn what they do, how they do it, and how you can get involved! The event is also featuring a Purse and Accessory Drive for Dress for Success. We are accepting donations for women in need in advance or at the event. Please contact Debra Palmer at dpalmer@cmcflorida.com for more details on how to help! $15 for Chamber members and $25 for potential members. Download the event flyer or register here!
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Competitive Edge Series:
"What it Takes to be an Award-Winning Company"
Tuesday, March 26, 2013 | 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin Street
Join the Chamber for our monthly Competitive Edge Series featuring a panel discussion with executives from
the Chamber's 2012 Small Business of the Year award-winning companies. They will highlight what makes their
company successful and share their personal thoughts on many areas, such as management philosophy, key business values and the major risks of starting your own business. Free for FIT Two, $35 for Chamber members and $50 for potential members. Download the event flyer or register here!
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Face the Chamber with Mayor Bob Buckhorn
Wednesday, March 27, 2013 | 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Hilton Downtown Tampa, 211 N. Tampa Street
Join us for the Mayor's annual address to the Chamber membership including a new segment we're calling "Face the Chamber." We'll put the mayor on the proverbial hot seat as we ask him the tough questions on behalf of the business community. Come hear his response and learn what we as a Chamber can do to help move Tampa forward. $45 for Chamber members and $55 for potential members. Download the event flyer or register here!
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Business After Hours
Thursday, March 28, 2013 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Nova Southeastern University, 3632 Queen Palm Drive
Join us for complimentary hors d'oeuvres and network with your fellow Chamber members. Free for members, $15 for non-members! Hosted by Nova Southeastern University. Click here to register!
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Member Orientation
Wednesday, April 3, 2013 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin Street
Member Orientation is the first step to getting the MOST out of your Chamber membership! We will cover topics such as events and registration, marketing and communications, member benefits and leadership programs. There will be an opportunity to network so bring your business cards! There is no charge for this event! Download the event flyer or register here!
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