On the Scene: CREW Tampa Bay’s Economic Summit (PHOTOS)

CREW Tampa Bay held its annual Economic Summit at the Hilton, in downtown Tampa. CREW Tampa Bay held its annual Economic Summit at the Hilton, in downtown Tampa. The sold-out event had a panel discussion, moderated by Stacie Schaible, an anchor for WFLA TV, with Frank Hibbard, mayor of Clearwater, Ken Welch, mayor of St. … Read more

On the Scene: Jack in the Club (PHOTOS)

Jack in the Club is a blackjack tournament hosted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, benefiting Special Olympics Florida. Held in the West Club at Raymond James Stadium, guests enjoyed music, an open bar, signature cocktails, Tampa-inspired food, a live auction, silent auction and local celebrity appearances, including former Buccaneers defensive tackle and NFL Hall of Fame … Read more

Women in commercial real estate, design, construction and development (PHOTOS)

Tampa Bay Business & Wealth’s “Women of Influence” series is an exclusive, invitation-only event that brings together Tampa Bay’s top businesswomen to meet, mingle and talk among their peers. The evening features a live discussion with a panel of influential female executives providing insight into their personal lives, careers and views affecting the business community. … Read more

On the Scene: Habitat’s Roaring ’20s — Prohibition Party (PHOTOS)

Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and Pasco Counties held its annual spring gala, presented by Crown Automotive, at the Vinoy Renaissance Resort & Golf Club in St. Petersburg. Those in attendance rallied behind an anonymous donor who kicked off the night with a generous $150,000 challenge donation. With the support of event sponsors and supporters, … Read more

Getting down to business with Jacqueline Darna (PHOTOS)

Physician Jacqueline Darna is the founder and inventor of No Mo Nausea, a manufacturer of wristbands that aid in the cessation of nausea and migraines, and essential oils to help insomnia. The company is expected to do $14 million to $15 million in revenue in 2022. The ever-ambitious Darna says her goal is closer to … Read more

On the Scene: 10th Annual Dreammaker Luncheon (PHOTOS)

Guests gathered to honor St Petersburg resident Cynthia Lake Farrell and raise money to help make dreams come true for sick children. During her 35 years with Children’s Dream Fund, Dreammaker of the Year, Lake Farrell made over 3,000 dreams come true for Florida children battling life-threatening illnesses. The event, held at the Bryan Glazer … Read more

Scenes from the Indo-US Chamber’s 2022 Banyan Ball (PHOTOS)

The Indo-US Chamber’s Tampa Bay Chapter held its annual Banyan Ball at the Grand Hyatt, in Tampa. Community leaders were honored for their work in the Tampa Bay area. Among those honored included Shilen Patel, chief executive officer of HealthAxis, Lakshmi Shenoy, CEO of Embarc Collective, Dilip Kanji, president and CEO of Impact Properties, and … Read more

On the Scene: CEO Build Reception (PHOTOS)

Fifty-five community leaders, from organizations across the Tampa Bay Area, came together to build a home for a local family in Pinellas Park. Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco counties’ inaugural CEO Build, launched this year, was led by honorary chairs Mindy Grossman, president and chief executive officer of WW, and Bill Brand, … Read more

Leaders in tech talk digital transformation

As you look ahead, into the future of your organization, there are two outcomes that blatantly stare you in the face: transform or be left behind. Every leader in an organization understands that change is vital and that data is vital. However, not many understand how to affect that change and become data-driven without the … Read more

On the Scene: South Tampa Chamber’s new office ribbon-cutting (PHOTOS)

The South Tampa Chamber of Commerce celebrated the move to its new office space with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The office is located at 3415 W Bay to Bay Boulevard, Tampa. Photos by PamElla Lee Photography [image_slider_no_space on_click=”prettyphoto” height=”300″ images=”16947,16946,16945,16944,16943,16942,16941″]