Chamber Announces Leadership Tampa 2014 Class
The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the members of the 2014 Leadership Tampa Class. Established by the Chamber in 1970, Leadership Tampa is the third oldest leadership program in the nation and strives to identify and develop future leaders in Tampa and Hillsborough County. The Class Chair is Renee Vaughn, Williams Consulting Group.
The members of Leadership Tampa 2014 include:
Schezy Barbas, Director of Major Gifts, The University of Tampa
Tammy Briant, Director for Student Life, Stetson University College of Law
Jonathan Brill, Director of State Legislative Affairs, SOE Software Corporation
Frank Busot, Director, Bayside Station, Tampa Electric Company
Charles Callahan, Shareholder, Hill Ward Henderson, PA
David Capece, CEO and Founder, Sparxoo Agency
Brian Carson, Community Relations Officer, US SOCOM
Martyn Clay, President, Plant City Campus, Hillsborough Community College
Linda Cox, CEO, Cox Fire Protection, Inc.
Brian Craft, Wing Readiness Officer, 927th Air Refueling Wing, U.S. Air Force, MacDill AFB
Brian Cummings, Attorney, Arnstein & Lehr LLP
Dana Davies, Associate VP, Enrollment Management, Saint Leo University
Debra Delise, VP Engineering, Sypris Electronics, LLC
Stacey Efaw, Executive Director, Emergency Care Help Organization
Bret Feldman, Partner, Phelps Dunbar LLP
Lauren Fernandez, Vice President, Bank of Tampa
Kerri-Lyn Francis, Owner, South Tampa KLynergy Massage & Wellness
Jaret Fuente, Shareholder, Carlton Fields, P.A.
David Hahn, Sales Manager, Sheraton Sand Key Resort
Brian Hanrahan, Senior Associate, Mercer Health & Benefits
Lynne Hildreth, Department Administrator, Moffitt Cancer Center
Richard Houston, Senior Account Executive, Creative Sign Designs
Mark Kiser, Shareholder/Attorney, Trenam, Kemker, Scharf, Barkin, Frye, O'Neill & Mullis, P.A.
Bryan Lawson, Office Manager, KCI Technologies, Inc.
Fred Lay, President, Construction Services, Inc of Tampa
JoLynn Lokey, Vice President of Administration, Visit Tampa Bay
Susan Maurer, Vice President, Client Manager, C1 Bank
Charlotte Meyer, Regional Sales Director, Paycor, Inc.
Suzanne Mintz, Sr. Manager, Accreditation & Member Services, AACSB International
Gretchen Mitchell, Vice President, Private Banker, Cadence Bank
Jonathan Moore, Manager, InVision Advisors
John Newman, Assistant Chief of Police, Tampa Police Department
Patrick Owings, Principal, Account Services, ChappellRoberts
Christopher Papp, Vice President - Commercial Banker, Hancock Bank
Lisa Patterson, Communications Manager, St. Joseph's Hospital
Jamie Patterson, Manager, Community Relations, Tampa Bay Rays
Dawn Philips, Senior Advertising Manager, Tampa Bay Times
Linda Porter, Diversity Manager, Skanska USA Building Inc.
Santino Provenzano, Sr. Environmental Specialist, Mosaic
Darrin Quam, Attorney, Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A.
Randall Reid, Senior Director, The Beck Group
Mindi Richter, Partner, Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP
David Robbins, Vice President, Tampa General Hospital
Dennis Rogero, Chief of Staff, City of Tampa
Mark Rose, VP Design and Engineering, Busch Gardens & Adventure Island
Scott Rose, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Florida Aquarium
Wendy Ross, Realtor, Florida Executive Realty
Julianne Serovich, Dean and Professor, University of South Florida
Edward Spenceley, Senior Vice President, Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Eileen Sweeney, Director of Community Relations, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Robert Teachey, Business Development Manager, Workscapes Inc.
Natalie Thomas, Partner, Holland & Knight LLP
Larry Thompson, Vice President, Capture Management, EKS Group, LLC
Jay Vietas, Lieutenant Colonel, 6th Medical Support Squadron, U.S. Air Force, MacDill AFB
Alexander Walter, Owner, Walson LLC
Chris Wandembergh, President, First Heritage Insurance Services, Inc.
Jill Witecki, Director of Marketing & Community Relations, Tampa Theatre
Jason Woody, President/CEO, Lions Eye Institute for Transplant & Research Foundation, Inc.
Kim Woollard, SVP/Human Resources & PDG, Grow Financial Federal Credit Union
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Chamber President & CEO Bob Rohrlack Earns Certified Chamber Executive Certification
 The American Chamber of Commerce Executive (ACCE) has designated Bob Rohrlack, President & CEO of the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, Certified Chamber Executive (CCE). The CCE is the only national certification for chamber professionals. The annoucement was made July 24 at ACCE's annual convention in Oklahoma City. Read entire press release here. |
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Minding Your Business Testimonial: Debbie Lundberg, Presenting Powerfully
Whether it is a small or large business that has been in Tampa Bay for a long time or a short while, the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce offers resources, events and opportunities to engage, learn, grow and give back!
 "Over 5 years ago, as my business was moving from a start-up into a full launch, I joined the Chamber. As a solopreneur, I quickly got involved in attending events after getting acclimated at the orientation. The Chamber provided offerings that my small business members and some individuals who served on the board for the Chamber. Being involved in committees was a way to learn more and really participate in programming and offerings. I was fortunate to chair a committee and partner with the staff to bring in other speakers and offerings for, and through, the Chamber.
After making personal and professional connections, I spent more time at the Chamber. From there, I was asked to serve on the Board and on the Executive Committee. I have been a Mentor in the Mentor-Protege program the past few years, spoken at an Emerge event, and been a part of various Benchmarking trips and Leadership retreats. I continued to contribute to the small business programs and small business of the year efforts, and appreciate the fact that the processes continually get tweaked and refined for the members. Additionally, as a Leadership Tampa Alumni member, it is through activities, connecting with others who live, work and play in and around Tampa Bay, and really being immersed in the community, that I say thank you to the Chamber, and look forward to what is next as well!"
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Building Florida's Future:
A Transportation, Infrastructure and Economic Development Summit
Mark your calendars for November 4 for a Transportation, Infrastructure and Economic Development Summit that will roll out phase 2 of the Florida Chamber Trade and Logistics Study. Tampa has been chosen as the first region in the State to highlight phase 2 of the study and will have experts from public and private sectors explaining the importance of growing trade through all mode of transportation. Regional perspectives, workforce issues, education, port and airport, rail and private sector company experts will all be part of the agenda.
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Manufacturers Roundtable: Export Programs you should know about
Enterprise Florida Inc., invites you to attend a Manufacturers Roundtable on August 19. What can my manufacturing company do to increase your export sales? How can my company weather tough economic times here in the United States. Where can I get more skilled workers in Florida? Learn from your resources at the local, state, federal and legal profession on export promotion, and what programs your company should be following to increase your export sales and exposure. This roundtable will also give you a chance to talk to the experts and find out answers to some of your basic or difficult problems in exporting. Statistics show companies that export are 20% more profitable than companies that do not. Register at: http://tampagoingglobal.eventbrite.com/
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Member Anniversaries
Congratulations to these members, who are celebrating Chamber membership milestones in August 2013! We appreciate your long-standing commitment to the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce and our community.
5 year
10 year
15 year
A special thank you to these members who have held
active membership at the Chamber for over 20 years!
30 year
35 year
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Get Connected
Tuesday, August 13, 2013 | 7:30 a.m - 9:00 a.m.
Wyndham Tampa Westshore, 700 N. Westshore Blvd.
Get Connected is a formal networking program designed to give members the opportunity to create business relationships with other members. This month the Chamber and Emerge Tampa Bay, the Chamber's organization for young professionals, are partnering to host a joint event. Free for FIT's One and Two and Emerge Members, $15 for members, $30 for non-members. Hosted by Wyndham Tampa Westshore. Click here to register! |
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Senior Enlisted Reception
Wednesday, August 14, 2013 | 4:30 ap.m - 7:30 p.m
Joint Communcations Support Element - Veterans Hall 8532 Marina Bay Drive, MacDill AFB
Join us for the 2013 U.S. Armed Forces Senior Enlisted Reception on MacDill Air Force Base. This annual event is an excellent opportunity for members of the Tampa Bay business community to personally thank our local service men and women from all five branches of the military. Come out and show your appreciation for those who protect and serve our country. Click here to register.
Thank you to our presenting sponsor, USAA.
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Return on Relationships
Monday, August 26, 2013 | 8:30 a.m - 9:30 a.m
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin St.
Creating great sales people and growing business revenue goes beyond selling techniques and encompasses a focus on behaviors and attitudes. During this interactive session, expert Clint Babcock will use his sales experience as well as the Sandler Sales program of training to teach you how to get the most out of the networking opportunities at Chamber events.
Free for FIT One, $10 for members, $20 for non-members. Click here to register!
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Defense Networking
Tuesday, August 27, 2013 | 5:30 p.m - 7:00 p.m
CI Group, 511 N. Franklin St.
Join us for our first annual Defense Networking after hours event. This event is an opportunity to create new business connections and interact with experts on MacDill contracting. $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Hosted by CI Group. Download the event flyer or register here! |
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Competitive Edge Series: How Smart Leaders Create Engaged Employees
Wednesday, August 28, 2013 | 11:45 a.m - 1:15 p.m
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin St.
The Chamber invites you to a workshop that could dramatically increase your leadership effectiveness and your team's performance. Based on new, groundbreaking research Rick Gallegos, President & CEO of Dale Carnegie, Tampa Bay, will show you the three clusters of behaviors that significantly impact engagement. Join us and learn how you can increase productivity and reduce turnover by cultivating a workforce of engaged employees! Free for FIT Two, $35 for Chamber members and $50 for non-members. Download the event flyer or register here! |
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Business After Hours
Thursday, August 29, 2013 | 5:30 p.m - 7:00 p.m
Maggiano's, 203 Westshore Plaza
Join us for complimentary hors d'oeuvres while networking with your fellow Chamber members. Free for members, $15 for non-members. Hosted by Maggiano's Little Italy. Register here today!
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Back to Football Chalk Talk with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tuesday, September 3, 2013 | 11:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, 2900 Bayport Drive
 The Chamber in conjunction with the Clearwater Regional and St. Petersburg Area Chambers of Commerce will present a special luncheon and season preview with several stars of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers football franchise. Head Coach Greg Schiano will be joined by Co-Chairman Bryan Glazer, General Manager Mark Dominik and the players to give us a preview of what they have planned for this upcoming season. Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Download the event flyer or register here. |
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