Tampa Chamber Hosts Roundtable Luncheon Discussion with U.S. Labor
Secretary Thomas Perez
The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce hosted U.S. Labor Secretary Thomas Perez at a roundtable luncheon visit with local business leaders on Wednesday, May 13.
Business leaders discussed workforce development, skills gap in specific industries, apprenticeship programs and other labor issues. Click here to read more. Click here to view photos.
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Tampa Chamber and PANAMCHAM Sign Cooperative Agreement
 Panamanian government and business leaders arrived in Tampa Bay last week for a trade mission aimed at increasing trade and business opportunities between Panama and Tampa Bay companies. Participants in the inbound mission, organized by the American Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Panama (AmCham), the Tampa Bay Trade & Protocol Council, Tampa Bay Export Alliance, Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce and Enterprise Florida spent two full days attending meetings, events and site visits. On May 7, Chamber Chair Ronald A. Christaldi, Esq. and Panama American Chamber of Commerce President Robert St. John signed a cooperative agreement to further the traditional links of friendship between Tampa and Panama and work in unison for the benefit of their cities and nations. Click here to view the agreement. Click here to view photos from the trade mission.
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Advocacy Corner
Legislative Wrap-up, May 20
Tampa Electric presents the 2015 Legislative Wrap-Up on Wednesday, from May 20, 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Maestro's at the Straz Center. Join our invited Hillsborough legislative delegation members as they discuss the 2015 Legislative Session and Chamber initiatives. For more information or to register, click here.
Operation: Partnership Returns on June 8
Our annual program connecting active duty military with business professionals returns with Operation: Partnership. This program pairs military participants with their civilian counterparts, allowing active duty members to experience day-to-day activities in the civilian workforce before transitioning out of the military. Business professionals looking to host a military member can register on our events page. Active duty who would like to participate can email Michael Maurino at mmaurino@tampachamber.com. This event is complimentary for active duty military.
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Leadership Tampa: Tourism Day
 Alex Kaptzan, Visit Tampa Bay With bittersweet emotions, we gathered in the lot near the Yacht Starship to embark on our last official day of Leadership Tampa. Though every outing this year had its own learnings and fun, ending with Tourism Day was a good strategy. We were given our bus buddy assignments and headed out to our first stop, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
We had a great breakfast in the Gwazi Pavilion, definitely the best breakfast of the year. We heard briefly from our day chair, Troy Manthey of Yacht Starship. He informed us that it was travel, specifically for Super Bowl XXXV that brought him and his company to Tampa in 2001. Read more and view photos...
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3rd Annual Emerge Tampa Bay Nonprofit Fair Partners with Give Day Tampa  Bay in 2015
Megan Brown, Northwestern Mutual
Emerge Tampa Bay Community Outreach Committee
I occasionally ask myself, "Is it better to give than to receive? Is there something missing in my life when a philanthropic spirit is not woven into my busy schedule or monthly finances?" I don't think anyone would deny that a person feels a sense of fulfillment helping others in need. Yet, we often find that lack of finances, time constraints or just not knowing where to find outreach opportunities can keep us from experiencing that blessing. Click here to read more. Click here to view photos.
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Get Your Copy of the 2015-2016 Membership Directory & Location Guide!
 The Chamber is proud to announce the release of our 2014-2015 Membership Directory and Location Guide! This edition serves as an all-inclusive resource for individuals looking to navigate the area and those seeking to discover more information about Tampa Bay's local economy, communities, leisure attractions, education and healthcare opportunities, as well as modes of transportation.
The Membership Directory listing highlights the more than 1,300 Chamber member businesses and the wide variety of services they provide to the Greater Tampa Bay market. View the guide here.
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Member Highlights: May 10 - 16, 2015
Click here to view more details on this week's member highlights including:
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Want to include your organization's news in Member Highlights? Send a brief description of your news or event to news@tampachamber.com.
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TONIGHT! Emerge Tampa Bay's The Buzz 
Thursday, May 14, 2015 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Ducky's, 1719 W. Kennedy Blvd.
Join Emerge Tampa Bay for "The Buzz," a monthly networking event for young professionals. This month's event will be hosted by Ducky's. Drinks and light appetizers will be provided. This event is FREE for Emerge Tampa Bay members and $10 for potential members. Click here to register.
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Coffee Connection 
Wednesday, May 20, 2015 | 8:15 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin St., Suite 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 volunteer 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. Thank you to our sponsor, New York Life.
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2015 Legislative Wrap-Up
Wednesday, May 20, 2015 | 11:45 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
Maestro's Restaurant at the Straz Center, 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place
The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce invites you to join us for our 2015 Legislative Wrap-  Up at Maestro's Restaurant at the Straz Center. Our state senators and representatives from Hillsborough County will discuss the outcome of the Legislative Session and the Chamber Legislative Agenda. Invited Participants Include:
- State Senators: Jeff Brandes, Bill Galvano, Arthenia Joyner, Tom Lee, John Legg
- State Representatives: Janet Cruz, James Grant, Shawn Harrison, Ed Narain, Jake Raburn, Dan Raulerson, Darryl Rouson, Ross Spano, Dana Young
Parking is available at the Poe Garage for $6. It is connected to the Straz Center by a covered pedestrian bridge. This event is FREE for FITs 3, 4 and Partner; $50 all other members; $55 non-members. Corporate tables of 8 are also available. Click here to register. Thank you to our sponsor, TECO.
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Competitive Edge Series: Increasing Your Online Presence - SEO, Social Visibility & Video Platforms
Tuesday, May 26, 2015 | 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin St., Suite #201
First impressions are made online. Join the Chamber for our monthly Competitive Edge Series featuring a panel discussion with Lauren Albert (Elevate, Inc.), Leslie Laney (A Media Marketing), and Jenni Walsh (Bayshore Solutions) about getting noticed on the Web. They will explain how to develop a site with high impact and increase traffic by using the following:
- SEO algorithms
- Strategic content development
- Video marketing
- UGC video
- Hashtag campaigns
- Social media
Click here for more information and to register today! Thank you to our presenting sponsor,
Verizon. FREE for FITs One, Two and Three; $35 for all other members; $50 for non-members.
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Business After Hours 
Thursday, May 28, 2015 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Commercial Design Services, Inc., 5805 Barry Road
The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce invites you to Business After Hours hosted by Commercial Design Services, Inc. Join us for complimentary hors d'oeuvres and a cocktail while networking with your fellow Chamber members. FREE for members, $15 for non-members. Click here to register.
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Member Orientation 
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201
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 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 2015 Member Orientation sponsor, Office Depot.
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Operation: Partnership 
Monday, June 8, 2015 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201
Join us as we seek to strengthen the ties between Tampa's military and civilian communities by engaging local business professionals and active military members. This half-day program begins with breakfast at the Chamber, then military participants will shadow civilian participants at their workplace to learn the ins and outs of their civilian counterpart's day-to-day business activities. This event is $20 to participate. Click here to register. Active duty members who would like to participate can email Michael Maurino at mmaurino@tampachamber.com. This event is complimentary for active duty military. Thank you to our sponsor, USAA.
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Get Connected 
Tuesday, June 9, 2015 | 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Shooters World LLC, 116 E. Fletcher Ave.
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. Sponsored by Shooters World. Must arrive no later than 4:45 p.m. to participate. Walk-ins will only be accepted if there is space available.
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Pearls of Wisdom - Guiltless Nutrition:
Say 'So Long' to the Rules and Embrace YOUR Healthy Lifestyle 
Wednesday, June 10, 2015 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Mise en Place, Inc., 442 W. Kennedy Blvd. Suite 110
We have all heard that healthy eating is good for you, but sometimes it's hard to get through all the
facts and down to why it really matters. As busy professionals, it's especially challenging to incorporate healthy nutrition into our daily lives. Nutrition is so much more than a fad diet or a specific weight - it's truly a journey that can be enjoyable. Join Abigail Dougherty, registered and licensed dietitian/nutritionist, to learn how to take the guilt out of nutrition and learn some tips and tricks on how to painlessly enjoy your healthy lifestyle as a professional on the go.
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Competitive Edge Series: Ready, Set, GOAL!
Tuesday, June 23, 2015 | 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, 201 N. Franklin St., Suite #201
Resolutions rarely stick. Still, people want to make changes and advancements each year, and even each day! The key to professional goal-setting involves you, your perspective, your plan, and your accountability. Featured speaker Debbie Lundberg (Presenting Powerfully by Debbie Lundberg) will show attendees:
- A worthwhile approach to professional goal-setting
- How to set, track, and measure results to professional goals
- Ways to hold yourself and others accountable to goals
- What to do if/when goals are not attainable/attained
Click here for more information and to register today! Thank you to our presenting sponsor,
Verizon. FREE for FITs One, Two and Three; $35 for all other members; $50 for non-members
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