Bemetra Simmons has been named president and chief executive officer of the Tampa Bay Partnership. Simmons will replace Rick Homans in the regional research and public policy organization’s top post on September 27, a statement said. “After an extensive national search, we found a local leader who possessed the unique skills to succeed in this … Read more
On August 28, Canine Care of Tampa Bay will host its 8th Annual Canine Care Tampa Bay Charity Golf Tournament at the Innisbrook Golf Resort in Palm Harbor. The tournament is expected to welcome 150-175 guests, including 15-20 Canine Care volunteers. For Alicia Jones, IT program director at Tech Data and founder of Canine Care, … Read more
ServisFirst Bank Tampa Bay President, Gwynn Davey, was selected as chairwoman of the 8th annual Florida Bankers Association Women in Leadership Conference, to be held December 2-3, 2021 in Orlando. “After three postponements, we are thrilled to finally host the 8th Annual Women in Leadership Conference later this year,” said Davey, in a statement. “This … Read more
In April, St. Petersburg mayor Rick Kriseman announced that his city was chosen as the venue to host, yet another, event. P1 Motorsport Races is hosting the St. Pete Powerboat Grand Prix during Labor Day weekend. It’s been five years in the making. Don’t let the words “Grand Prix” throw you. The race has nothing … Read more
Faceplant Dreams Faceplant Dreams, based in Ybor City, is an apparel company that offers sleepwear, bedding and more to create comfort. The company also is dedicated to giving back with every Faceplant product purchased. Between monetary and product donations, Faceplant Dreams commits a minimum of 3% of its bottom line back into the Tampa Bay … Read more
Before it opened, Teak, the Birchwood-operated outpost on the pier head in downtown St. Petersburg, was the envy of many restauranteurs. It is the featured restaurant on the city’s newest attraction, the St. Pete Pier. The sweeping views of Tampa Bay, the yacht basin, Albert Whitted Airport and downtown are unparalleled. The facility is brand … Read more
Ann Duncan, executive vice president and head of Savills Occupier Services, knows firsthand the additional stress women typically shoulder as they juggle the demands of work in and outside of the home. Of course, these struggles have been exacerbated with the increased demands of the COVID-19 pandemic. “When you think about the past couple of … Read more
► The Explorations V Children’s Museum, at 109 N. Kentucky Ave. in Lakeland, will change its name to the Florida Children’s Museum, effective when it opens its new 47,800 square feet at Bonnet Springs Park in mid-2022. (Rendering above) ► Steven Pacheco, a 34-year veteran of the Lakeland Police Department, was promoted from captain to … Read more
For the fourth year in a row, MarineMax partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco County to present a deserving Tampa Bay area family a new home in Pinellas Park. As an added surprise, Warrick Dunn Charities, Aaron’s and Cigna chipped in to fully furnish and stock the home with food and … Read more
Welcome to the dog days of summer—that time when the temperature and humidity are still unbearable, families are trying to squeeze in the last days of summer vacation before going back to school and (it seems) most of your customers, and prospects, are out of the office. As a manager, it can be hard to … Read more
