The Helen Gordon Davis Centre for Women’s Waves of Change luncheon was held at the Tampa Convention Center. The event celebrates trailblazing women and the impact they have on their communities. This year, the tradition continued with actress, advocate and entrepreneur Brooke Shields headlining the event. The Centre also recognized Dr. Moira Burke, a retired … Read more
Tampa Bay Business and Wealth held its February CEO Connect with Mike and Leigh Harting, co-owners of 3 Daughters Brewing. Spartan Contracting, Hyde Park Capital, Closet Envy and Home Safety Solutions sponsored the event. The event was hosted by 3 Daughters Brewing, in St. Petersburg, Photos by Heike Sabo
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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, … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
