STAFF
Driven by the zeal to make Tampa and Hillsborough County the most desirable destination for fast-growing companies and talented people, the EDC team shows up every day ready to help move our community forward.
Executive

Craig J. Richard, CEcD, FM
Craig J. Richard, CEcD, FM
President and CEO

Monica Bowersox
Monica Bowersox
Executive Administrator & Board Liaison
813-518-2622
Finance and Administration

Nealy Wheat, CAE, SPHR
Nealy Wheat, CAE, SPHR
Chief Financial Officer

Economic Development

Steve Morey
Steve Morey
Senior Vice President,
Economic Development





Marketing

Michelle Bauer, CEcD
Michelle Bauer, CEcD
Chief Operating Officer

Laura Fontanills
Laura Fontanills
Marketing and
Communications Director


Hussain Shamseddine
Hussain Shamseddine
Digital Marketing Manager