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On Tuesday, we had a productive Competitive Edge session discussing how to create memorable presentations. In Competitive Edge: Unlock the Secrets to Crafting High-Impact Presentations, Rick Gallegos of Dale Carnegie Tampa, broke down the critical elements of a presentation that will leave your audience feeling educated and engaged.

 

First, you want to capture the attention of the audience with a compelling opening. Next, you want to make sure you tailor your message to resonate with the specific needs and interests of the audience and use storytelling techniques to make your message memorable and engaging. Finally, you want to close your presentation with a powerful conclusion that reinforces your key message.

 

 

 

 

 

Last Wednesday, the Tampa Bay Chamber was proud to host Operation Partnership: Transition Tampa Bay, a professional development event designed to provide support to service members preparing for their transition from active duty to the civilian workforce. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between military service and corporate careers, offering a comprehensive framework to navigate the unique challenges of this transition.

 

The event’s agenda was tailored to equip transitioning service members with a toolkit for success. Through engaging panels and insightful discussions, attendees will gain insights into career exploration, building professional networks, understanding corporate culture, and mastering the hiring process. Speakers from top businesses and organizations from across Tampa Bay shared their expertise on topics ranging from recruitment trends and personal branding to the value of veteran talent and demystifying the hiring process. This effort between the Tampa Bay Chamber and its members underscores the community’s commitment to supporting those who have served our nation.

 

A special thanks to our sponsor USAA and its Site Director Keith O’Malley who also served as one of our speakers.

 

 

 

 

 

Calling all past winners of the Small Business of the Year Awards program:

 

Join us at the Circle of Champions event on Wednesday, May 8th from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. to welcome last year’s 2023 Small Business of the Year Winners and network with past winners at Raymond James stadium!    Contact Staci Fraser at sfraser@tampabaychamber.com to rsvp today.

 

Members of the Circle of Champions gather to learn more from past winners who are still leading change and business in Tampa Bay. It is a great opportunity to learn more about what’s impacting businesses, hear changes happening in the Tampa Bay Area, and gather in a collegial environment to share with one another.

 

 

 

 

REMINDER: Small Business of the Year Applications are due on May 10th by 5:00 p.m.

 

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Aaron Santosus, a US Navy veteran, will be featured in the Chamber’s 2nd Annual Military Appreciation Interview Series. Santosus credits the Chamber’s Emerging Leaders of Tampa Bay program and transition resources like the Skillbridge program at Syracuse University for helping him successfully navigate his move from the military to a civilian career at Duke Energy.

 

 

 

 

LEADERSHIP TAMPA APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!

 

If you know someone who is a good fit for Leadership Tampa, let them know the Leadership Tampa information sessions are posted right here.  Applications for the next Leadership Tampa class are now open and can be submitted here; these are due by May 6, 2024 at 5pm. Leadership Tampa is one of the oldest and most prestigious programs of its kind in the nation and is exclusive to the Tampa Bay Chamber.

 

 

 

 

The Tampa Bay Chamber has several sponsorship options remaining for 2024, please contact Staci Fraser if interested:

 

*Presenting Sponsor of our Circle of Influence Series:

Circle of Influence is an event series offered three times per year exclusively to the Tampa Bay Chamber’s top-tier members: Fit 3, Fit 4, and Partner levels. The program provides them with the opportunity to hear from key influencers in the Tampa Bay region, followed by a live Q&A session. Remarks focuses include sharing leadership journeys, addressing key issues in the Tampa Bay Area, and discussing strategic visions for their organization’s growth and development. Sponsorships are currently available and needed for the June and October events.

 

*Presenting Sponsor for our Competitive Edge Series:

The Competitive Edge Series is open to all Chamber members and is our leading educational program designed to enhance business and professional development. These sessions deliver fresh competencies with direct, real-world utility. Attendees can expect to acquire valuable new skills and immediately apply them in their own business endeavors, giving them a competitive edge within the market. Sponsorships are currently available and needed for the August and November events.

 

*Work Redefined:

Investing in a skilled and educated workforce is essential to growing Tampa Bay’s economy. This includes addressing the gaps that exist in workforce development and workforce talent. By advocating for innovative educational initiatives, developing workforce talent, and inspiring meaningful academic and business partnerships your organization will be uniquely positioned to address the workforce needs of our community. Sponsorships are currently available and needed for June, September, and November events.

 

 

 
Become a part of the Military Bay, USA™ community! Help us spread the word to our military community by using #MilitaryBayUSA in your social media posts. You must register with the Tampa Bay Chamber in order to use the Military Bay, USA™ moniker. The Tampa Bay Chamber reserves the right to ban inappropriate use of the trademark.

 

 

*Please read all of the terms and conditions before use. If you need assistance or have any questions, please contact Katie Lopez.

 

 

 

We are pleased to partner with the University of South Florida Muma College of Business and our MOU partners for this year’s Academia Meets Practice Conference (AMP). At the AMP Conference, some of the most influential academic and business leaders in the region will come together to talk about how we can work together to solve challenges.

 

Discounted for all Chamber Members. Use Code: CHMBR

 

 

Hub for Business

 
Join us on May 1st for Part 3 of our Combating Human Trafficking series with SAFE Alliance. During this session SAFE will focus on Long Term Aftercare for survivors.

 

Register Here

 

 

 
Join us on May 3rd for Pearls of Wisdom: Raising the Game! Hear from influential female leaders in the Tampa Bay sports scene as they share insights on elevating women in athletics.