Opinion: The invisible threat of domestic violence continues, even during a pandemic

Much of our attention, as Americans, has been focused on the effects of the current crisis related to our finances and health. Millions are adjusting to being suddenly unemployed, working from home and adhering to shelter in place orders. Wage loss, job insecurity and lack of access to resources plague our communities with worry and … Read more

Executives in the Tampa Bay area share their silver linings found during the COVID-19 pandemic

Crisis often acts as a crucible, compelling a reexamination of purpose. In his work as president of Sparxoo, a digital marketing agency in Tampa working with companies across a variety of industries, Rob Kane has observed a consistent, positive trend in reaction to the current situation. “We’ve stopped glamorizing, or glorifying, being busy. Everyone was … Read more

TBBW’s Virtual Connect Series: Supporting our Furloughed or Laid Off Employees

Tampa Bay Business & Wealth’s Virtual Connect series was created to bring our readers together to hear panels that can help them with various business endeavors during the COVID-19 crisis.

Bridgette Bello, publisher and CEO of TBBW, moderated the panel via Zoom.

PANELISTS

Jessica Muroff, CEO, United Way Suncoast

David Pizzo, Market President, Florida Blue

Michael Ramsey, Dean of Workforce Development, St. Petersburg College Workforce Institute