Investor Spotlight: Google
Google is an American multinational technology company focusing on online advertising, search engine technology, cloud computing, computer software, quantum computing, e-commerce, artificial intelligence, and consumer electronics. Taylor Ferguson, Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy in the Southeast, United States Taylor Ferguson serves as Google’s Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy in the Southeast, […]
Google joins Tampa Bay EDC as Investor, makes donation to Tampa Bay Economic Prosperity Foundation
Taylor Ferguson, head of government affairs and public policy, will serve on the Tampa Bay EDC’s board of directors Tampa, Fla. (May 18, 2023) – Multinational technology company Google has joined the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council as a Chairman’s Council Investor. Taylor Ferguson, head of government affairs and public policy in the Southeast will […]
Investor Spotlight: SGP Advisors
SGP Advisors is an independently owned and operated insurance brokerage with roots tracing back to 1995 when founder Vern Barclay left a successful career in law firm administration to start the firm. Over the years, through strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions, the firm has grown to meet the needs of its clients. The firm’s […]
Investor Spotlight: Southern States Material Handling
Southern States Material Handling is the provider of Toyota’s world class material handling solutions to customers across a multitude of industries including, but not limited to, distribution, manufacturing, agriculture, retail, ports, education, and logistics. The diverse range of solutions include forklifts, fleet optimization, robotics/automation, conveyor, racking, facility planning, and lean management consulting. David Bailey, President […]
Tampa Bay goes global again! Virgin’s new direct flight to London accelerates UK/Europe/Florida trade, GTB Initiatives
Our global trade and foreign direct investment programs weathered a few tough years in 2020-2021 thanks to COVID-19, but I am happy to report that foreign interest in the Tampa market is hotter than ever today. Our International Business Development team has several high quality foreign direct investment projects in our pipeline, and we expect […]
The Mosaic Company donates $150,000 in support of Tampa Bay Economic Prosperity Foundation
Grant will fund the Foundation’s Inclusive Economic Growth Initiative. Tampa, Fla. (Feb. 14, 2023) – Today, the Tampa Bay Economic Prosperity Foundation announced a gift of $150,000 received from The Mosaic Company in support of its Inclusive Economic Growth Initiative. This Initiative, which focuses on job creation, skills training, and capital investment in disadvantaged areas […]
President Rhea Law shares vision for USF’s future in presidential inauguration speech
TAMPA, Fla. (Jan. 19, 2023) – University of South Florida President Rhea Law outlined her vision for the university in a speech this afternoon at the Yuengling Center on the Tampa campus, as part of her inauguration as USF’s eighth president. In her remarks to students, faculty, staff, alumni and members of the Tampa Bay […]
Bromley Companies and Highwoods Properties Celebrate Groundbreaking of Midtown East Tower in Midtown Tampa
Mayor Jane Castor and project executives join in recognition to celebrate the groundbreaking of Midtown East, the 18-story anchor building within Midtown Tampa TAMPA, FL (January 12, 2023) — Bromley Companies, developer of a diversified national portfolio, along with JV partner Highwoods Properties, Inc. today celebrated the official groundbreaking for the highly anticipated Midtown East […]
Investor Spotlight: Truist
Truist Financial Corporation is a purpose-driven financial services company committed to inspire and build better lives and communities. With 275 years of combined BB&T and SunTrust history, Truist serves approximately 12 million households with leading market share in many high-growth markets in the country. The company offers a wide range of services including retail, small […]
Tampa Bay Economic Development Council announces 2023 Executive Officers
Tampa, Fla. (November 4, 2022) – The Tampa Bay Economic Development Council has announced its new slate of executive officers who will help lead the organization in fiscal year 2023. Chair: Angel Gonzalez, Regional President, SouthState Bank Vice Chair: Joe Lopano, CEO, Tampa International Airport Secretary/Treasurer: Ron Christaldi, Managing Partner, Shumaker General Counsel: Ben Dachepalli, […]