Don't Forget to Register! Face the Chamber featuring Mayor Bob Buckhorn
Tampa Mayor set to give his annual address to Chamber membership on March 27 
Join the Chamber and Leadership Tampa Alumni on March 27 for "Face the Chamber," the annual address from the Mayor to our membership. Mayor Buckhorn will be placed on the proverbial hot seat and asked questions on behalf of the local business community. You're invited to hear his response and learn what we as a Chamber can do to help move Tampa forward. Thank you to Saint Leo University for sponsoring.
Do you have a question you would like to ask the Mayor? We will be taking questions up until the luncheon! Send your questions to news@tampachamber.com or tweet @Tampa_Chamber usuing #FacetheChamber. We look forward to hearing from you!
Click here to register for the luncheon. |
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Votility: New Advocacy Software
This year has already been a successful one for our policy efforts, as Tampa International Airport has secured state funding for the first phase of their master plan and county funding has been secured for High Speed Ferry Service. With other issues related to education, flood insurance, and health care on the horizon, the Chamber has added a new tool to use in engaging our members to support our legislative agenda.
Very soon, we will introduce you to Votility, our new advocacy portal that puts you one click away from researching the legislation the Chamber is tracking and contacting your representatives in Tallahassee and Washington. As a member, you will be able to read each bill, leave a comment or send an email in support or opposition, all in one place. Votility will improve your ability to make your voice heard and help the Chamber communicate our business community's views. Invitations for Votility have gone out! Make sure you check your inbox. If you are a Chamber member and you have not received an invite, please contact Michael Maurino at mmaurino@tampachamber.com.
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"Hope" - Leadership Tampa's Health Sciences Day
By Jill Witecki, Tampa Theatre 
We hadn't been with our M2Gen tour guide for five minutes when I knew that I was in over my head. What was I thinking, having volunteered to write the Health Sciences Day blog post? As our guide described the process of mapping genomes as casually as one might describe last night's dinner plans, I frantically scribbled notes, spelling most of the medical terms phonetically in hopes that I might be able to look them up (and understand them better) later.
What is "fluorescence in situ hybridization" again? And as we moved through the morning - me with an high school-level understanding of basic biology and a few seasons of "House" on Netflix; our presenters with their PhDs and plans to cure cancer with science some of which hadn't even been invented yet when I was in school - I worried about how I was going to make any sense of the experience on paper.
But then we broke into groups at Moffitt Cancer Center, and chance saw fit to sort me into the "Arts in Medicine" group. Picking up a watercolor brush sparked for me the figurative brush strokes with which Health Sciences Day needed to be painted: what was important wasn't so much the science as it was this group of people who have dedicated themselves to being the patient's best hope. Read more >>
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Unlock India - Get Involved
The IIFA Bollywood Awards are approaching quickly on April 23-27! Are you interested in learning how you can take part? Register for Unlock India, an informational program about the awards, how you can contribute and why they picked our home city of Tampa. This event will be held on March 19 from 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. at the University Club. It will be hosted by the Tampa Bay Trade and Protocol Council, Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, Emerge Tampa Bay and Visit Tampa Bay. Join us to learn how to put our best foot forward on our cultural differences. Download the flyer here or register today!
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March: Downtown Month
The Chamber has designated March as Downtown Month. For the entire month, each of our events will be held at an establishment located in Downtown Tampa. We encourage you to attend as many of these events as you can! We will be featuring a number of these events and also other events that are happening in Downtown Tampa on our social media accounts. This weekend is the Mayor's Annual River O'Green Fest, happening on Saturday! Click here for more information.
We would love to see your photos and tweets of Downtown! Send us a photo at news@tampachamber.com or tweet us @Tampa_Chamber using #DowntowninMarch. Click here to view some of our events going on this month! |
Now Accepting Nominations for the Dottie Berger MacKinnon Woman of Influence Award: Due March 21st!
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The Chamber is now accepting nominations for the 2014 Dottie Berger MacKinnon Woman of Influence Award. Do you know an exceptional woman who exemplifies outstanding professional values,demonstrates the ability to go above and beyond the normal expectations of a leader, and serves as an inspiration to the community? Click here to download the official nomination form. The deadline to complete the nomination form is March 21. Questions about the award or nomination process? Please email aholt@tampachamber.com.
The award, established by the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce's Women of Influence Committee, will be presented at the annual Women of Influence Luncheon on April 23, 2014 at the A La Carte Event Pavilion. The featured speakers will be Barbara Pierce Bush and Jenna Bush Hager. |
Member Anniversaries
Congratulations to these members who are celebrating Chamber membership milestones in March 2014! We appreciate your long-standing commitment to the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce and our community. 5 year 10 year 15 year 20 year |
Coffee Connection Series
Wednesday, March 19, 2014 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 North Franklin Street
Coffee Connection Series 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. Open to everyone!
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Competitive Edge Series: Converting Website Visitors into New Business
Tuesday, March 25, 2014 | 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 North Franklin Street
Join the Chamber for our monthly Competitive Edge Series, this month focusing on "Converting Website Visitors into New Business." Panelists from Bayshore Solutions will discuss the latest digital marketing trends. Attendees can expect to learn: 2014's top digital marketing tactics for B2B and B2C businesses, how to increase qualified web traffic, and powerful tools and tips that you can use right now to help convert online leads to sales. Free for FIT Two, $35 for Chamber members and $50 for non-members. FIT One members receive FREE attendance for one at two events per year. Click here to register.
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Business After Hours and Defense Networking
Thursday, March 27, 2014 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Harbour Island Athletic Club & Spa, 900 S. Harbour Island Blvd.
Join us for complimentary hors de'oeurves and a cocktail while networking with your fellow Chamber members. In addition to our regular networking program, this month we will extend a special invitation to defense contractors in our community. Free for members, $15 for non-members. Hosted by Harbour Island Athletic Club & Spa. Click here to register.
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Face the Chamber with Mayor Bob Buckhorn
Thursday, March 27, 2014 | 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Hilton Downtown Tampa, 211 N. Tampa Street
Join the Chamber and Leadership Tampa Alumni for "Face the Chamber," the annual address from the Mayor to our membership. Mayor Buckhorn will be placed on the proverbial hot seat and asked questions on behalf of the local business community. Thank you to our sponsor, Saint Leo University. Click here to register!
Do you have a question you would like to ask the Mayor? We will be taking questions from now until the luncheon. Send us your questions to news@tampachamber.com or tweet @Tampa_Chamber using #FacetheChamber. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Member Orientation
Wednesday, April 2, 2014 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 North Franklin St.
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. Register here today. Special thanks to our 2014 Member Orientation sponsor, Office Depot.
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2014 Women of Influence Luncheon featuring Barbara Pierce Bush and Jenna Bush Hager - Almost Sold Out!
Wednesday, April 23, 2014 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
A La Carte Event Pavilion, 4050 Dana Shores Drive
Join us for our annual Women of Influence luncheon featuring Barbara Pierce Bush and Jenna Bush Hager. United in their humanitarian missions and the spirit of service - as well as through their close family bond - Barbara and Jenna have found a shared purpose in giving a voice to the disadvantaged while bringing to light stories of hope. Single tickets are now available for purchase! Corporate tables and sponsorships are still available. Please click here to register. This event will sell out quickly!
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