Now Accepting Nominations for the 2015 Military Appreciation Banquet
The Chamber is now accepting nominations for the awards given at the 2015 Military Appreciation Banquet, including the Bob Cutler Volunteer Award and the Business Partner of the Year Award. To nominate a person or business for one of the following categories, please complete each section of the nomination form. Any endorsements the nominator feels will help the selection committee in its deliberations are welcome. All community activities during 2014 should be mentioned.
Nomination forms must be received no later than 5 p.m. on January 9, 2015. Click here for more information on the 2015 Military Appreciation Banquet. Thank you to our presenting sponsor Bright House Networks.
Survey: How Does Transportation in Hillsborough County Impact YOU?
Chamber Transportation Survey Ends Tomorrow!
The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce wants your input on the impact transportation has on you, your family and your daily trips to work or school. By completing this brief survey, you will assist the Tampa business community in advocating for a transportation system that improves our quality of life and promotes economic growth. Click here to take the survey now. Please forward the link to friends and colleagues. The survey ends October 31.
Nominations Now Being Accepted for the H.L. Culbreath, Jr. Profile in Leadership Award
The H.L. Culbreath, Jr. Profile in Leadership Award was created in 1997 to annually recognize an individual whose leadership has made a positive impact on the Greater Tampa community. Named in honor of its first recipient, a man whose civic philanthropy and service personified leadership, the award has quickly become the area's most prestigious honor.
This award, established by Leadership Tampa Alumni, will be presented at the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce's Annual Meeting, December 18 at the Tampa Convention Center. It recognizes leadership in a variety of forms such as civic, cultural, economic, charitable, recreational and education. Click here to nominate a deserving community leader today.
Support Operation: REVEILLE
Initiative Aims to End Homelessness for Veterans
On November 11, 2014, at Port Tampa Bay, the Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative, along with the City of Tampa and Hillsborough County, will launch Operation: REVEILLE-Tampa/Hillsborough County, an initiative to rapidly re-house 50 homeless veterans into permanent supportive housing.
In one day's time, this initiative will bring together Comrades from federal, state and local government agencies, faith-based organizations, housing providers, non-profit agencies and businesses to connect 50 homeless veterans to permanent supportive housing, intensive case management, employment services, job training, legal assistance, mental health services, substance abuse treatment, social security, veterans benefits, financial counseling, health care, household supplies and other services. Click here to learn more about this initiative and how you can help.
New Members
The Chamber welcomes the following companies who have recently become members:
All Children's Hospital Johns Hopkins Medicine Opens South Tampa Outpatient Care Center
Andrea Lauren Elegant Interiors to Appear on ABC's Weekend Planner TV Show November 14
Port Tampa Bay Board Approves New High-Profile Container Crane Purchase
Promote Your Business and Support the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay
Member Events
Join Poynter for a Luncheon in Honor of Retiring News Anchors Gayle Sierens and John Wilson November 5
Congresswoman Kathy Castor Hosts Affordable Care Act Workshop for Small Businesses November 7
Tijuana Flats Presents Horsepower for Heroes November 8
HCC's Institute for Corporate and Continuing Education Hosts Fall Fashion Show Event at the Straz Center November 13
Community Tampa Bay presents "Evident Impact" November 13
Attend a Free Dale Carnegie Session on Leadership, Sales, Presentation, Human Relations/Communication November 4 | Dale Carnegie Training Presents Half-Day Leadership Coaching Seminar, November 14
HCC Hosts Second Annual Veterans Entrepreneurship Training Symposium November 15
Member Accolades
Trenam Kemker Attorney Elected to International Women's Insolvency and Restructuring Confederation Board | Trenam Kemker Announces New Shareholders
Want to include your organization's news in Member Highlights? Send a brief description of your news or event to news@tampachamber.com.
Chamber Celebrates Ribbon Cuttings
Members Mark Milestones with Chamber Ambassadors
Florida Hospital Tampa unveiled its new Emergency Room and ICU Tower on October 23 during a VIP "sneak peak." In early November, Florida Hospital Tampa will open the doors to a new model of ER care, with a new state-of-the-art emergency room two times larger than the current ER.
Majesty Title, a full service title agency, continues to grow as it opened its new office in North Tampa now servicing surrounding area communities.
Tijuana Flats, the "anything goes" approach to fresh food options with wall art and a hot sauce bar, is now open at 1617 W. Platt Street in Tampa. The restaurant features a variety of menu items and weekly specials including "Tijuana Tuesdaze" and "Throwback Thursdaze." Party platters are also available. Get fresh with Tijuana Flats!
Members wishing to host a ribbon cutting announcing a new opening or expansion of your business should contact Tracy Wilson at 813-276-9464.
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Enterprise Florida Invites You to "Going Global in the ICT Sector"
Wednesday, November 5, 2014 | 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin St., #201
Florida has remained at the forefront of infotech innovation since the birth of the IBM PC in Boca Raton. The state's industry strengths are diverse, and range from photonics, to mobile technologies, to communications equipment, to modeling and simulation, and beyond.
On Wednesday, November 5, Enterprise Florida invites you to learn more about the programs and services available to help IT businesses go global, upcoming international trade shows that afford you the opportunity to showcase your business and Enterprise Florida grants that may help offset some of the costs associated with international trade development. Click here to view the event agenda. Reserve your space today by emailing Max Stewart at mstewart@eflorida.com or 813-276-9430.
Emerge Tampa Bay Presents 3rd Annual Emerging with Influence
Thursday, November 6, 2014 | 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
TPepin's Hospitality Centre, 4121 N. 50th Street
As Emerge Tampa Bay's year-end closing event, Emerging with Influence will focus on opportunities for the upcoming year, celebrate previous leadership and welcome in the new Emerge Tampa Bay leadership team. The prestigious Deanne Dewey Roberts Emerging Leader Award will also be presented to one outstanding young professional for their dedication and service to Emerge Tampa Bay.
Monday, November 10, 2014 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Joe Chillura Courthouse Square Park, E. Madison St.
Join us as we honor the men and women who have proudly served our country in Joe Chillura Courthouse Square Park. Thank you to our sponsor, USAA.This event is free and open to the public. No registration is required.
Get Connected
Wednesday, November 12, 2014 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Holiday Inn Tampa Westshore, 700 N. Westshore Blvd.
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. FREE for FITs One & Two; $15 for all other Chamber members; $30 for non-members. Click here to register. Hosted by Holiday Inn Tampa Westshore.
Public Policy Roundtable: Post-Election Wrap Up
7:30 a.m - 9:30 a.m
University Club of Tampa, 201 N. Franklin St., Suite 3800
Once election day has come and gone, discover what the outcomes mean for the Tampa Bay
area. Join us on November 14 for our final Public Policy Roundtable of 2014, a special post-election wrap up moderated by Tampa Bay Times columnist Ernest Hooper, featuring a panel of experts that will review the good and the bad of the 2014 elections. Hear what's next in Washington, Tallahassee and Tampa, as well as a breakdown of what the Greenlight Pinellas outcome will mean for transportation in Hillsborough County. Learn how our votes impacted the election outcome and how this will influence the future of the Tampa Bay region.
FREE admission for up to two for FITs Three, Four and Partner; $35 for members, $40 for non-members. Corporate tables of eight are also available.Click here to register and for more information. Sponsored by the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority.
Coffee Connection
Wednesday, November 19, 2014 | 7:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin St. #201
Coffee Connection is held every other month. This event focuses on Chamber members within their first year of membership. It is designed to help engage new members and build relationships. The program is facilitated by Ambassadors who are volunteers and will serve as your contact! This free event is recommended for first-year members, but is open to all Chamber members. Click here to register.
The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce International Business Committee invites you to a special event at the Tampa Museum of Art on Wednesday, November 19, 5:30 - 7 p.m. as committee Co-Chairs Maryann Ferenc and Andrew McIntosh discuss the accomplishments of the past year and plans going forward in 2015 with the International Business Committee. There will also be a special viewing of the "Renoir to Chagall: Paris and the Allure of Color" exhibit. R.S.V.P. to Deborah Wilkinson at dwilkinson@tampachamber.com by November 14. Click here for the event flyer.
2014 Sporting Clays Tournament
Friday, November 21, 2014 | 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Tampa Bay Sporting Clays, 10514 Ehren Cutoff, Land O'Lakes, FL 34639
Join us for the 8th Annual Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce Sporting Clays Tournament! Sign your team up today to network with fellow Chamber members, entertain clients and enjoy a healthy dose of competition in the great outdoors.
The tournament, co-presented by Gresham, Smith and Partnersand EKS Security Services, will take place on Friday, November 21 at Tampa Bay Sporting Clays in Land O'Lakes. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Chamber's Foundation, which supports our leadership and educational programs. Your contribution is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Download the event flyer for complete details or click here to register.
Competitive Edge Series: Building "A" Teams and Developing Your Own Personal Leadership Philosophy
Tuesday, December 2, 2014 | 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin St., #201
Join us as Mark House, LEED AP, Managing Director of Strategic Projects with The Beck Group, shares how to develop and share your own personal leadership philosophy. Attendees can expect to learn:
The difference between leading and managing
Getting the best out of everyone on your team
Communicating with your team and making sure everyone understands the common mission
Leading by example and getting through the good times and the challenging times
Click here to register or for more information! Thank you to our presenting sponsor Verizon. FREE for FITs One, Two and Three; $35 for all other members; $50 for non-members.
Member Orientation
Wednesday, December 3, 2014 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin St., #201
Member Orientation is the first step 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! Light refreshments are provided. This event is FREE! Click here to register. Special thanks to our 2014 Member Orientation sponsor, Office Depot.
Save the Date: 129th Annual Meeting
Thursday, December 18, 2014 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin St.
The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce will hold its 129th Annual Meeting on December 18 at the Tampa Convention Center to celebrate the Chamber's 2014 achievements. Robin DeLaVergne of Tampa General Hospital and 2014 Chamber Chair will pass the gavel to 2015 Chair Ron Christaldi of Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP. The Chamber will also present the 2014 H.L. Culbreath, Jr. Profile in Leadership Award to an individual whose leadership has made a positive impact within the Greater Tampa community. Online registration will open soon! Click here to view the event flyer!
Thank you to our presenting sponsor: Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities for the Annual Meeting, please contact Staci Fraserat 813-276-9453.
the Bob Cutler Volunteer Award and the Business Partner of the Year Award. To nominate a person or business for one of the following categories, please complete each section of the nomination form. Any endorsements the nominator feels will help the selection committee in its deliberations are welcome. All community activities during 2014 should be mentioned. 
