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Nov 08
Veterans, Active Duty, and family with Military ID can ride HART FREE on Veterans Day
HART TO PROVIDE FREE RIDES FOR VETERANS ON VETERANS DAY Veterans, Active Duty, and family with Military ID can ride HART FREE on Veterans DayTampa, Fla. - The Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART) is once again providing free rides on Monday, November 11, 2019, in appreciation for the contributions of the men and women who have served in our nation's armed forces. HART extends this invitation to ride to all members of the armed services, both active and retired, and their
Nov 05STCOC Education Committee Update - November 2019
We are very excited to share some special events with you coming up in November & December... As a reminder, we will not have a regularly scheduled committee meeting in November due to the Great American Teach In. We hope you will join us for these events instead! November 19th - Lunch & Learn: HB Plant High School Mentor ProgramThe South Tampa Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with the Connect Mentor Program at HB Plant High School. The program pairs high school students with community members to
Nov 05STCOC Military Affairs Update - November 2019
Host a member of the International Coalition for Thanksgiving! Click here for details!Upcoming MAC Dates November 12th– November MAC Meeting with Hiring Our Heroes - RSVP Here November 15th – Tour of MacDill AFB (registration closed) November 20th – Membership Luncheon with MacDill AFB Commanger – RSVP Here November 21st – Great American Teach In (Tinker K-8) – RSVP Here*** No December Committee Meeting due to holidays. Member & Community Announcements November 7th - Paychecks for Patriots Veteran
Nov 05TBAE Network is proud to announce a NEW original program to its lineup, “Veteran Strong”
TAMPA, FL - (November 5th, 2019) Tampa Bay Arts & Education Network (TBAE) is proud to announce the premiere of their new original program series titled, VETERAN STRONG. VETERAN STRONG is a new 30-minute television mini-series that focuses on sharing military Veteran stories in the greater Tampa Bay business and civic communities. The episodes will feature Steve Rutherford, founder, and President of Tampa Bay Solar; Valerie Ellis Lavin, Outreach Director of Action Zone; Daniel Holland, CEO of Arête
Oct 31Volunteers Needed: 100 Successful Women in Business Conference and Expo
CALLING FOR VOLUNTEEERSThe Global Trade Chamber is hosting the 100 Successful Women in Business Conference and Expo this event will take place on November 16th of 2019 at the Bryan Glazer JCC Center - Address: 522 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606 Time: 8am to 3pm This premier event will showcase women who have risen above the challenges they face in their individual business. It will bring together women of different ethnicity celebrating each other with a vow to embrace and encourage one
Oct 30Team Hennessey recognized by the US Dept of Veterans Administration
Team Hennessey recognized as Valued Community partner with the VA Tampa CWT Program! 10/24/2019 Jim Hennessey, Regional Director of Lending for Bayshore Mortgage Funding, and his Team were recognized by the US Department of Veterans Administration for providing education to Veterans that are transitioning back into the Civilian workforce from Active duty. Team Hennessey, including Jim Hennessey and his Wife, Julie Hennessey, Desiree Fernandez and Todd Hassie were also on hand to educate Veterans that are
Oct 30Hillsborough County Public Schools Repeats as Top-Tier Large School District in the Nation
Tampa, Fla. – (October 30, 2019) – Hillsborough County Public Schools students remain in the top tier among their peers across the country, as Hillsborough is named one of the best urban school districts in America for the second time in a row. Up against 27 large school districts stretching from Boston to San Diego, Hillsborough Schools’ 4th and 8th grade students tied for first place in Reading and tied for second place in Math. The testing is part of a national effort known as “The Nation’s Report
Oct 22CareerSource Tampa Bay Participates in Seventh Annual Paychecks for Patriots Job Fair
~Hiring Fair Connects Florida Veterans with Career Opportunities ~ TAMPA, FL–CareerSource Tampa Bay (CSTB) will be assisting Veterans and their family members on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at the Paychecks for Patriots Job Fair, a special hiring fair dedicated to connecting quality employers with our local Veterans, Military Spouses, and Military Service Members and their families. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at CareerSource Tampa Bay, located at 9215 North Florida Avenue Suite
Oct 22Introducing South Tampa Academy at Monroe Middle Magnet!
Families will have an exciting new middle school option beginning in Fall of 2020! Introducing South Tampa Academy at Monroe Middle Magnet! This application-only program will be guided by the world-renowned IB learning philosophy, launching for sixth graders next year. Much like current IB middle schools such as Roland Park and Walker Middle Magnet, South Tampa Academy will aim to develop internationally-minded students through a rigorous course schedule. To apply, families must fill out a choice
Oct 15Tampa General Hospital is First in the World to Launch OnMed Telemedicine Station
Innovative telemedicine station is being deployed inside the hospital as part of the Team Member Health program and staff members now have access to the OnMed Station. Tampa, FL (October 15, 2019) – OnMed®, an innovative health technology company providing affordable access to quality care, today announced a partnership and first deployment of its breakthrough telemedicine station with Tampa General Hospital. Staff members now have access to the OnMed Station for virtual life-sized consultations with
Oct 14STCOC Military Affairs Update - October 2019
Thank you to those who joined us for last week’s meeting with the Tampa Bay Defense Alliance! For those who were not able to join us, learn more at www.tampabaydefensealliance.com. Our next Facilitated Networking Event for Transitioning Military Members is on October 17th!Last Call to Sign Up - RSVP Here! Host a member of the International Coalition for Thanksgiving Click here for details!Upcoming MAC Dates November 1st – Fall Golf Classic @ MacDill AFB – RSVP Here November 5th – Google Lunch &
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Oct 14STCOC Education Committee Update - October 2019
Upcoming Dates:October 17th - Education Committee Meeting - RSVP HereGuest Speaker: Lisa Sutter, Program Coordinator, Lastinger Center for Learning College of Education, University of FloridaOctober 18th - CEOs in Schools - Click here for more info!On October 18, 2019, nearly 200 Tampa Bay area CEOs will volunteer an entire day at Hillsborough County public elementary schools. CEOs will see, hear and do the things that our public school educators and students experience every day, and gain a new
Sep 30Tampa Business Emergency Council (TBEC) plans to sponsor 500 needy families within the City of Tampa and provide them with a Hurricane Preparedness Kit.
The 2019 Atlantic Hurricane season is here, and the Tampa Business Emergency Council (TBEC) plans to sponsor 500 needy families within the City of Tampa and provide them with a Hurricane Preparedness Kit. We are looking for business partners that can provide hard goods from the attached list, or a cash donation of at least $500 in support of this initiative. TBEC is a not-for-profit clearing house of emergency preparedness and disaster recovery information, and a liaison between the Tampa Bay business
Sep 14Founding Co-Work Memberships Available at the Hyde House
Founding Co-Working Memberships are now available. These are $1000 for the year, and offer access to the space 24/7, 3 hours of complimentary conference room time per month, and many other amenities. These memberships are limited, and we'd love to invite you to one of our upcoming Behind the Scenes tours to secure your spot with us. You can sign up for our next tour on September 18th here. Interested but can't make it? Let us know and we'll set up some time to show you through the space. We also offer
Sep 09STCOC Military Affairs Committee Update - September 2019
We hope to see you at our upcoming meetings - always the 2nd Tuesday. September 10th with Speaker Nancy Laine, Project Transition USA - RSVP Here October 8th – RSVP Here November 12th – RSVP Here Send speaker suggestions to militaryaffairs@southtampachamber.org. Our next Facilitated Networking Event for Transitioning Military Members will be rescheduled for mid-October or early November. Make a Difference Day "Adopt a Veteran" The South Tampa Chamber MAC will be sponsoring a veteran again this
Jun 21STCOC Military Affairs Update - June 2019
Thank you to those who were able to join us earlier this month at our MAC meeting with Black Dagger Military Hunt Club. * As requested there are some links at the bottom of this page with more information and videos!The 2019 Warrior Games are here this week!U.S. Special Operations Command is hosting the 2019 Department of Defense Warrior Games which are coming to Tampa June 21-30. | Click here for a schedule of events We hope to see you at our upcoming meetings - always the 2nd Tuesday. July 9th - STCOC
Jun 21STCOC Education Committee Update - June 2019
June Updates: Click here to view a school district legislative update structured around the School Board's four legislative platform priorities for the 2019 session. To view updates on the projects being funded by the 2018 referendum, click here. July 18th Committee Meeting – RSVP Here*Join us for a presentation on the Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County and roundtable discussion with ELC Chairman, Aakash Patel. August 7th - 14th Annual New Teachers Breakfast – RSVP Here*Join us as we
May 30STCOC Ambassadors of the Quarter Announced
In April, Cassandra D'Addio was recognized as the South Tampa Chamber Ambassador of the Quarter and Tara Moody was recognized with the Rising Star Award.Cassandra is the Director of Operations for The Family Dentist, Dr. Ron O'Neal. The Family Dentist has been a proud chamber member since 2013 and Cassandra has been active on the Ambassador Committee for the past 3 years. www.tampabayfamilydentist.com Tara is the Business Development Director for Synergy Technology Solutions who joined the chamber in 2018.
May 17STCOC Military Affairs Update - May 2019
Thank you to those who were able to join us earlier this week at our MAC meeting with Tony Williams of Veterans Counseling Veterans.Our next Facilitated Networking Event for Transitioning Military Members will be June 6th. Please share with anyone you know who may have an interest in attending. Civilian networkers are also needed! | RSVP HereWe hope to see you at our upcoming meetings - always the 2nd Tuesday. June 11th - Black Dagger Military Hunt Club | RSVP Here July 9th - STCOC Strategic Planning
May 17Green Room Space for Videorgraphers
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Apr 23ATTORNEY GARY DOLGIN ANNOUNCES CANDIDACY FOR CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE GROUP 30
Gary S. Dolgin, a Board Certified Marital and Family Law expert, who also practices in the area of Criminal Defense, has announced his candidacy for Hillsborough County Circuit Court Judge, Group 30. “I believe that my expertise in Family Law and my background in Criminal Law will be an asset to the Circuit Court. I have dedicated my professional career to helping families and children. I am most proud of my work reuniting parents with wrongfully abducted children and representing domestic violence
Feb 032019 South Tampa Chamber Awards
TAMPA, FL - The South Tampa Chamber of Commerce hosted our 93rd Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner at The Orlo on January 31, 2019 to announce our 2019 Award Winners and install the new Board of Directors. The event was sponsored by Webb Insurance Group. Outgoing 2018 Chairman, Ed Siler, gave a recap of the Chamber’s success including the chamber adding 150 new members, producing nearly 100 events, recognition as a Three-Star Chamber of Valor, and the Chamber’s increased advocacy efforts. Chairwoman,
Dec 312018 South Tampa Chamber Year in Review
2018 YEAR IN REVIEW: THANK YOU to our more than 600 members who work every day to make South Tampa the BEST place to live, work and play!151 new members29 ribbon cuttings to welcome and celebrate businesses in South Tampa91 events providing opportunities for our members to connect, learn and grow their business66 opportunities for our members to lead on boards, councils and committees$6000+ donated to local charities - Metropolitan Ministries, Troop Rewards, Alpha House of Tampa, Tampa Air Force Ball2
Jun 20218 Akerman Lawyers Across the United States Named to 2018 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Akerman LLP, a top 100 U.S. law firm serving clients across the Americas, and today announced nearly one-third of its lawyers were named to Super Lawyers. The 2018 edition of Super Lawyers Magazine recognized 218 professionals, including 83 Rising Stars. In Florida, Partners David Ackerman and Katherine Giddings were named to the Top 100 Florida Super Lawyers and Top 50 Florida Women Super Lawyers lists, respectively. Los Angeles Partner Jeffrey Horton Thomas was named to the Top 100 Southern California
Dec 21Akerman Once Again Ranked Among Top 25 Most Innovative Law Firms in North America by Financial Times
Firm Chairman and CEO Honored Among Top 10 Legal Innovators Akerman LLP, a top 100 U.S. law firm serving clients across the Americas, has been selected as one of the nation’s most innovative law firms by the Financial Times for the third consecutive year. The firm was included in 2017 FT 25 North America list, which recognizes market leaders who are driving change in the areas of the business of law, legal expertise and access to justice. Akerman received further distinction in the Driving Value and
Nov 02Akerman Ranked by U.S. News – Best Lawyers Among ‘Best Law Firms’ Nationally with Record Number of Tier 1 Rankings
Firm Again Achieves Top Rankings in Corporate, M&A, Real Estate, and Litigation Practice Areas Top 100 U.S. law firm Akerman has once again been recognized by U.S. News – Best Lawyers as among the “Best Law Firms” in the United States. The firm earned a record 35 national practice rankings, recognized for its corporate, real estate, and litigation teams, among others. The firm also increased its national Tier 1 rankings to 16 practice areas, including Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate,
Oct 10Akerman Once Again Distinguished by Chambers Latin America
Lawyers Recognized for Leading Cuba and International Arbitration Practices Akerman LLP, a top 100 U.S. law firm serving clients across the Americas, is recognized by Chambers among the world’s leading law firms in Latin America, with standout lawyers handling complex disputes and transactions throughout the region. The firm’s Cuba practice was again recognized among the six best in the Corporate/Commercial category for law firms based abroad, and among the top 13 law firms worldwide. Akerman was the
Sep 07PitchBook Ranks Akerman Among Most Active M&A Law Firms in the US
Firm Earns Top Rankings in Private Equity Dealmaking Akerman LLP, a top 100 U.S. law firm serving clients across the Americas, has been recognized by PitchBook as among the most active law firms in M&A and private equity in the United States, based on the number of deals completed in the second quarter of 2017. Akerman also earned top rankings for its experience in private equity buyout deals. The categories in which Akerman was ranked are included below. • Ranked No. 13 among M&A Law Firms - Most
Jun 21South Tampa Chamber to support the Selmon Extension
Dear Valued Members & Community Partners, On June 20th, the board of directors of the South Tampa Chamber voted unanimously to support the Selmon Extension, a project that will add 1.6 miles of elevated toll roads connecting the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway and Gandy Bridge. With several new businesses recently opened on Gandy Boulevard, and more currently under development, traffic to visit these destination locations will only increase. Additionally, several residential communities are planned to be
May 16TBAE NETWORK WINS TWO TELLY AWARDS
TAMPA, FL– (May 12, 2014) – Tampa Bay Arts & Education Network (TBAE) won two Tellies’ in this year’s 35th Annual Telly Awards. Characters of Ybor City is a bronze winner of the History and the Cultural categories. The 35th Annual Telly Awards is the premier award honoring outstanding local, regional, and cable TV commercials and programs. This year there were 12,000 entries from all 50 states and numerous countries around the world. “We are so pleased that we were able to showcase the history of Ybor
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