United Way Suncoast’s Bemetra Simmons named CEO of Tampa Bay Partnership

Bemetra Simmons has been named president and chief executive officer of the Tampa Bay Partnership. Simmons will replace Rick Homans in the regional research and public policy organization’s top post on September 27, a statement said. “After an extensive national search, we found a local leader who possessed the unique skills to succeed in this … Read more

Local pet charity to host golf tournament with a focus on compassion and community

On August 28, Canine Care of Tampa Bay will host its 8th Annual Canine Care Tampa Bay Charity Golf Tournament at the Innisbrook Golf Resort in Palm Harbor. The tournament is expected to welcome 150-175 guests, including 15-20 Canine Care volunteers. For Alicia Jones, IT program director at Tech Data and founder of Canine Care, … Read more

ServisFirst Bank Tampa Bay president selected as chairwoman for Women in Leadership Conference

ServisFirst Bank Tampa Bay President, Gwynn Davey, was selected as chairwoman of the 8th annual Florida Bankers Association Women in Leadership Conference, to be held December 2-3, 2021 in Orlando. “After three postponements, we are thrilled to finally host the 8th Annual Women in Leadership Conference later this year,” said Davey, in a statement. “This … Read more

Pinellas County is the backdrop for romantic comedy ‘A Taste of Love’

The St. Petersburg-Clearwater area will once again be the setting for another film. Titled, “A Taste of Love,” this romantic comedy is written by local talent and inspired by a slice of Tampa Bay paradise. The movie leads include Erin Cahill and Martin Kove. Cahill has had roles in several Hallmark films such as “Sleigh … Read more

Art in Tampa Bay: ‘Flag Series’ exhibit by award-winning artist Maxwell Emcays at the Glazer Children’s Museum

The Glazer Children’s Museum is enhancing the sense of play for children in Tampa Bay with the new exhibition, “Flag Series” by award-winning artist Maxwell Emcays. The exhibit opened on July 10 and will have complimentary admission on Saturday, July 24 and July 31 during museum hours 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. “Flag Series” is … Read more

Tampa Bay Lightning celebrates Stanley Cup win with J.C. Newman Cigars

The Tampa Bay Lightning celebrated winning their second Stanley Cup Final, in a row, with custom Cuesta-Rey Aristocrat cigars. Imprinted with the Tampa Bay Lightning logo, these commemorative cigars were specially rolled for J.C. Newman Cigar Co., by Tabacalera A. Fuente, in the Dominican Republic. “For 145 years, Tampa has been known as ‘Cigar City,’” … Read more

Tampa Bay Chamber’s Leadership Tampa program graduates 37 members

Leadership Tampa, a program of the Tampa Bay Chamber, celebrated the graduation of 37 members of the class of 2021. Members of Leadership Tampa are local business people who hold mid-to upper-level management positions within their companies, or organizations, representing industries across the Tampa Bay area. The 2021 Leadership Tampa class was led by Class … Read more

Toronto-based Modern Campus acquires St. Petersburg learning platform company

Modern Campus, based in Toronto, Canada, has acquired Presence, a campus engagement and learning platform company in St. Petersburg. The acquisition of Presence extends Modern Campus’ learning partners to more than 1,400 colleges and universities in North America, according to a statement. Presence employees will join the Modern Campus team with founder and CEO, Reuben … Read more