Awards & Events

The American Cancer Society hosted its annual Tampa Cattle Baron’s Ball, at the Bryan Glazer Family JCC. Guests enjoyed silent and live auctions, entertainment, food, drinks and mechanical bulls.  This year’s event honored Tampa community and business leader David Pizzo, who passed away from pancreatic cancer, in February 2024. Pizzo, who served as market president

Under Oscar Horton’s leadership, Sun State International Trucks grew from a floundering dealership into a powerhouse. Today, the company’s revenue is on track to reach $250 million. It has six locations and 250-plus employees.  Horton also has a large, giving heart and a strong relationship with the University of South Florida, where he supports student

Tampa Bay Business and Wealth has announced the finalists for its 2025 Women Who Win Awards. (Scroll down for individual slides) Women Who Win is a unique awards program, created by TBBW Magazine, to recognize distinguished women leaders whose dedication to their industries and communities deserves recognition. Judges looked at business and professional success, community involvement and mentorship,

Tampa Bay Business and Wealth held its January CEO Connect with Erika Sims, chief executive officer of Sims HD and co-owner of Sims Crane & Equipment. The event was sponsored by Fallston Group, The William Stanley CFO Group and BankUnited. It was held at new office of TBBW, in the Mercury Insurance building, in Clearwater. Photos

The ReliaQuest Bowl held its annual, invitation-only, event at the Marriott Water Street Hotel, in downtown Tampa. The event was sponsored by TAMPALAW.   Photos by Alida Hernandez Photography/ReliaQuest Bowl  

Nominations are open for the Top 100 Women-Led Business Awards, honoring the innovative, impactful and powerhouse women-led businesses making waves across the state. The deadline to nominate is Jan. 24. Nomination Eligibility The Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Florida list is ranked through an algorithm considering revenue, workplace diversity, innovation and customer benefits. Here’s what

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay hosted their annual “Taste of Kentucky” event at the Fuente Companies, in Tampa. This exclusive gathering invited attendees to don Derby attire and enjoy a curated selection of rare and exclusive bourbons paired with high-end cigars. Gourmet cuisines were provided by Ocean Prime and 4 Rivers, and

John Mejia is the chief executive officer of his family-owned business, Mega Service Solutions, in Tampa, which was founded by his father, Eddie Mejia. Since taking the helm, he has pulled the company back from organizational instability and is now on track to hit $11 million in revenue by the end of 2024, with the

Tampa Bay Business and Wealth held its December CEO Connect with Oscar Horton, CEO of Sun State International Trucks and Horton Holdings. The event was sponsored by The Bank of Tampa, Forvis Mazars, Tampa Bay Thrives, nPerspective, Source 1 Solutions and Holland & Knight. It was held at the Sam and Martha Gibbons Alumni Center,

Cadmus Dental Lab is a creator of dental prosthetics and plans to increase its space with a new lease, expand its staff over the next three years and move into new markets around the globe.  The Tampa-based company has leased 21,400 square feet, at 5701 East Hillsborough Avenue, in the NetPark business park, and plans

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Tampa held its 2024 Light The Night VIP Reception at Raymond James Stadium, in Tampa.  

Tampa Bay Business and Wealth held its November CEO Connect with John Mejia, CEO of Mega Service Solutions, in Tampa. The event was held at the Spiral Staircase, in Tampa. The event was sponsored by Apex Health, Bank United, CI Group and Haven Design. Photos are by Tacy Briggs-Troncoso