Empowering veterans and reimagining the networking space

Three years ago, Scott Sutek brought a new type of networking organization to the Tampa Bay area, Contractors, Closers and Connections. As co-founder, and managing principal, of Tampa’s Davis Tucker Group, a consulting firm in the construction space, Sutek is always on the lookout for innovations in the industry.  CCC was first launched in 2019, … Read more

Florida Blue Foundation announces $3.1 million in grants for mental health support

Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate for the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, announced a $3.1 million investment to enhance mental health for children, teens, families and older adults. Ten nonprofit organizations, across the state, share in the investment, which support community-based programs and partnerships that will increase access to mental health services and … Read more

Three generations of Grecos talk about Tampa’s transformation

Giuseppe Greco immigrated from Santo Stefano, Quisquina, Sicily, to the United States in the late 1800s. Giuseppe’s son, Domenico, along with his wife, eventually established the King-Greco Hardware store in Ybor City. Domenico’s son, Dick Greco, would eventually spend his young years there, helping with the family business, before growing up to become mayor of … Read more

Shumaker Advisors adds government affairs specialists

Shumaker Advisors, a government affairs firm, in Tampa, has added Amy C. Bisceglia, as principal, and Michelle A. Turman, as vice president. “Shumaker Advisors has experienced a surge in client growth, a testament to our dedication and proven track record in achieving results. Amy’s widespread state government experience and Michelle’s extensive nonprofit experience make them … Read more

A tourism snapshot in the Tampa Bay area

The devastation and destruction caused by COVID-19 placed life, as we knew it, on hold. Human beings are social creatures, by nature, so being confined to quarantine-type living situations had the world practically bursting with anticipation to get out and enjoy the simple pleasures of life. Normal routines such as traveling, dining, attending sporting events, … Read more

Project Dynamo completes two missions from Israel returning Americans to the U.S.

Project Dynamo has now completed two missions, bringing stranded Americans back United States soil. The first mission arrived from Israel, on Sunday, with evacuees who were unable to return home due to commercial flight cancellations. The State of Florida partnered with Project Dynamo, a Tampa-based veteran-led nonprofit, to bring nearly 300 evacuees back to the … Read more