And the winners of the 2014 Political Hob Nob are...
 Close to 500 attendees had an opportunity to cast their ballot at the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce's 2014 Political Hob Nob held last night at the Tampa Bay Times Forum, including 44 candidates for office. The event was sponsored by AAA Auto Club Group, Adams and Reese LLP, Tampa General Hospital and Tucker/Hall, media sponsor Tampa Bay Times and venue sponsor Tampa Bay Times Forum.
A straw poll vote was conducted by the Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections office. Attendees could vote at computer stations or on their smartphones using a personalized code. Congratulations to all of the winning candidates, please click here for the complete list of winners. Click here for scenes from the event. |
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Back to Football: CHALK TALK with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Autographs will be available at the conclusion of the program. Have a question for any of the Bucs players at the luncheon? Email your question to communityrelations@buccaneers.nfl.com. Click here to register or for more information. |
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International Corner
Please join the Tampa Hillsborough EDC and Pinellas County Economic Development, in partnership with the U.S. Commercial Service and the Small Business Development Center, for a free informational workshop for Tampa Bay area businesses interested in exploring trade and business opportunities in Chile. Two dates and locations available.
Guest speakers include:
- Isabel Margarita Valenzuela, Senior Commercial Specialist at the U.S. Embassy in Santiago, Chile
- Laura Beth Ebert, Chile Desk Officer, Office of South America at the U.S. International Trade Administration in Washington, D.C.
The briefing is complimentary, but registration is required due to limited seating. A limited number of one-on-one appointments to assess product/services potential in Chile available by request. For additional event details, including a link to register, please click here.
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Florida Chamber of Commerce Membership Survey
The Florida Chamber of Commerce is conducting their annual survey of members as they begin to set their 2015 Legislative Priorities statewide and in Washington. The survey includes questions on tax reform, healthcare, infrastructure and policies that impact your business. You can participate in their survey by clicking here.
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Open Positions at the Chamber
We are hiring! The Chamber is currently accepting resumes for the following positions:
Please click on the above position to download the detailed job description and required qualifications. To apply for the Program & Administrative Coordinator position, please submit your resume, cover letter, two writing samples and three references. To apply for the Administrative Assistant position, please submit your resume, cover letter and three references. Please email all application materials to resumes@tampachamber.com. Applicants will not be considered if all of the requested items are not received. No phone calls please. Due to the anticipated response, we may not be able to respond to every candidate. |
Chamber Celebrates Ribbon Cuttings
Members Mark Milestones with Chamber Ambassadors
The Chamber would like to congratulate the following members who recently celebrated grand openings. Members interested in having a Chamber ambassador participate in their grand opening should contact Tracy Wilson at 813.276.9464.
 | | Florida born and bred restaurant group TooJay's with 24 locations around the state, adds second location in the Greater Tampa area, delivering a new version of its concepts as it opens its 25th location in downtown Tampa. |
 | | World of Beer South Tampa unveiled their new logo and renovated Tavern to include the addition of a kitchen and their new Tavern Fare menu with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The new menu includes items with bold, modern flavors & ample portions. Each dish is crafted to pair with their 500+ beer selections. The new food menu was also added at the Carrollwood and Brandon locations . |
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SOLD OUT! BUZZ-iness After Hours
Thursday, July 31, 2014 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Busch Gardens, 3605 E. Bougainvillea Ave.
The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce invites you to a combined Business After Hours / Emerge's "The Buzz" event at Busch Gardens! Join us for complimentary hors d'oeuvres and a cocktail while networking with your fellow Chamber / Emerge members. The park will be open to attendees following this event. This event is open only to Chamber or Emerge members. Prior registration is required for this event, no walk-ups will be admitted. This event is SOLD OUT, to be added to the wait list, email atimmel@tampachamber.com.
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Member Orientation
August 6, 2014 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin Street
Member Orientation is your guide to getting the most out of your Chamber membership! We will begin with an overview of the Chamber, followed by a member testimonial. Then, we will cover topics such as events and registration, marketing and communications and your member benefits. There will also be a chance 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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Get Connected
Tuesday, August 12, 2014 | 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Florida Blue, 4350 W. Cypress Street
Get Connected is a facilitated networking program designed to give members the opportunity to make 25+ new business connections in less than an hour! Think of it as "speed networking." Each person is seated at a table with fellow participants and given two minutes to introduce their product, organization or service to the small group. Get Connected is a free event for FITs One or Two, $15 for members, $30 for non-members. Click here to register. Hosted by Florida Blue.
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Senior Enlisted Reception
Wednesday, August 20, 2014 | 4:30 p.m - 7:30 p.m
Surf's Edge Club, 7315 Bayshore Blvd., Building 499, MacDill AFB
 Join us for the 2014 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. |
Pearls of Wisdom: Pearls for Girls - Raising empowered daughters (and sons!)
Thursday, August 21, 2014 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Mise en Place, 442 W. Kennedy Boulevard
 Enjoy hors d'oeurves and cocktails while learning from and networking with influential women at our quarterly Pearls of Wisdom event. Every woman has the opportunity to serve as a positive role model to a child, whether in a parenting or a mentorship capacity. Modern technology and pop culture add to the many hurdles of raising a child, and many children struggle with self-confidence in an age when social media creates additional opportunities for competition. Our panel of experts will provide their guidance on how to help shape the next generation into women and men who are empowered, rather than entitled, and will go on to make a positive difference in our community. $15 for members, $25 for non-members. Click here to register. Thank you to presenting sponsor PNC Bank!
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Competitive Edge Series: Overcoming Adversity
Tuesday, August 26, 2014| 11:45 a.m - 1:15 p.m
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin St.
 Join the Chamber for our monthly Competitive Edge Series featuring Coach Robert Weiner of Plant High School. How do some companies and individuals manage to survive obstacles and persevere through tough times, while others succumb to the difficulties life presents? Overcoming hurdles in both your professional and personal life can seem daunting, but there are valuable lessons to be learned from these experiences. Coach Weiner has the insight to share the keys to making the most out of trying times. Click here to register or for more information ! Thank you to our presenting sponsor Verizon. |
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