The Tampa Bay Economic Development Council celebrated its 15th anniversary at its annual “Level Up” meeting, on Nov. 5, unveiling its 2025 leadership, honoring local business achievements and sharing its latest economic milestones. The EDC appointed Ron Christaldi, of Shumaker, as the new chair, alongside vice chair Archie Collins, of TECO, Secretary/Treasurer Thomas Benford, of … Read more
Port Tampa Bay will receive $1.8 million in grant funding, from the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Ports Program, to support an emissions reduction strategy for port infrastructure aimed at achieving zero-emission operations over time. The funding will be used to develop a baseline air emissions inventory that will inform the emissions reduction strategy … Read more
Despite the constant insistence by many in the media over the last few years that the U.S. economy is doing great, most Americans today can see it’s not. Inflation has run rampant since the pandemic, and the cost of everything has skyrocketed as a result. To put this in perspective, while these increases have been … Read more
Ellison Construction has been selected to build a new high-end private club in downtown Tampa, to be named “The Elliott.” Work on the members-only club, at 500 E. Kennedy Blvd., is expected to begin this summer. It will include restaurants and bars, a jazz lounge, wellness center, rooftop garden terrace, cigar room and elegant event … Read more
Oasis Bay Suites, located in the middle of northern Tampa’s “amusement district,” has announced that its grand opening will take place July 1st. The fully renovated hotel will feature 155 guest suites overlooking the pool surrounded by tropical landscaping, an expansive sundeck, cabana and restaurant and bar. Each pet-friendly two-room suite features a decorated living … Read more
The historic Tampa Theater now has a new micro-screening room offering patrons an intimate setting for viewing, for up to 43 people. The $2.9 million project, overseen by Creative Contractors and completed this month, includes restoration to the theater’s 1,260 square-foot lobby and auditorium area and the screening room, which also includes two wheelchair accessible … Read more
Visit Tampa Bay has recognized 11 Tampa Bay area hospitality industry professionals for their roles in promoting tourism in the region and ensuring a positive visitor experience. The industry leaders were honored at the group’s National Travel and Tourism Awards lunch, at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, in late May. Included among honorees … Read more
Metropolitan Ministries is seeking community support for families facing homelessness or other dire situations as housing and other costs continue to rise. The organization, which serves those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, has provided more than $1.2 million in assistance to those in need over the past 11 months, and expects … Read more
The National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the Tampa Bay Latin Chamber of Commerce to strengthen the small business ecosystem across Tampa, Central Florida and Puerto Rico. Together, the chambers will organize regular networking events, workshops and seminars. The events will focus on regional challenges and opportunities, covering topics such as cross-regional … Read more
The Tampa Bay Partnership has received $250,000 from JPMorgan Chase to measure the depth of the regional housing crisis. The two-year investment will support research, and reporting, on housing affordability needs in Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties, over the next five years. More specifically, the research will: • Measure the available housing stock today and … Read more
