Genspiration Foundation’s historic gift to the EDC creates pathway for future economic development leaders
This week marked another important milestone in the history of the Tampa Bay EDC. The Genspiration Foundation – the family foundation of USF President Emerita Dr. Judy Genshaft, her husband, Steve Greenbaum, and their sons Joel and Bryan – gave us a $200,000 gift to establish a new, results-driven internship program for USF students that […]
Tampa CRA’s grant approval greenlights East Tampa Live Learn Development Project
On July 24, the City of Tampa’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) approved a $9.7 million grant for the East Tampa Live Learn Development. The proposed project consists of 118 units of affordable housing and the 65,000 square foot East Tampa Innovation Center (ETIC). The funding will support the developer’s subsidy of the housing units and […]
Tampa ranks #1 in Financial Times-Nikkei’s ranking for best places for foreign businesses in the US
Last week, the Financial Times released their annual Investing in America rankings, which lists the top ranked cities in the United States for international businesses. Tampa leapfrogged 26 places to clinch the number one spot, dethroning Houston and a raft of other major cities that previously dominated the list. FT attributed Tampa’s ascent to our economic diversity, […]
Tampa Bay EDC takes New York City by Storm on Signature Sales Mission
Earlier this month, a delegation of 18 EDC Investors and team members spent a whirlwind couple of days in New York City to visit key employers and tour top medical and research facilities. We kicked off the trip with an outstanding dinner at Forge, hosted by our Chair, Ron Christaldi of Shumaker. We were also […]
Investor Spotlight: DPR Construction
DPR Construction is a self-performing general contractor and construction manager specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology/mission critical, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Debra Bauman,Senior Vice President, Business Development Debra is a seasoned leader at DPR Construction with more than 25 years of experience in the design and […]
Investor Spotlight: Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County
Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County became an affiliate in 1987 and is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization founded and operated on Christian principles. Habitat Hillsborough is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally through constructing and preserving homes; advocating for fair and just housing policies; and providing training and access to resources to […]
Investor Spotlight: Elevate, Inc.
Elevate, Inc. is a Florida-based strategic business development consulting firm providing a multitude of services and is in the business of helping clients Learn, Connect and Grow. Whether looking to expand public relations efforts, community relations activities, or general marketing endeavors, our team has the talent, experience, and resources to meet and exceed your organization’s […]
Investor Spotlight: Johnson Pope
Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is a full-service Florida law firm with offices in Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg. For over 50 years, the firm has built a reputation for legal excellence, deep community roots, and an unwavering commitment to putting clients first. Johnson Pope offers a wide range of legal services, including […]
Investor Spotlight: Amerant Bank
Amerant Bank, N.A., is the largest community bank headquartered in Florida and the main subsidiary of Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NYSE: AMTB), with a presence across South Florida and in Tampa, FL, and Houston, TX. For over 40 years, the Bank has developed strong community relationships, always adapting to our customers’ lives and specific needs, in […]
Israeli Drone Developer Establishes U.S. Headquarter Operations in Tampa
XTEND Reality Inc. (XTEND) has leased over 5,700 square feet in Crossroads Industrial Center and plans to create up to 100 new jobs over the next three years Tampa, Fla. (July 1, 2025) – XTEND, a developer of human-guided drones for use in military and law enforcement applications, has announced that it will establish its […]