Investor Spotlight: Suncoast Credit Union
Suncoast Credit Union is the largest credit union in the state of Florida, the ninth largest in the United States based on membership, and the 10th largest in the United States based on its $17.1 billion in assets. Chartered in 1934 as Hillsborough County Teachers Credit Union, Suncoast Credit Union currently operates 78 full-service branches […]
Much to be thankful for as Tampa Bay’s job demand continues to grow
I hope everyone had much to celebrate as you gathered with friends and family at Thanksgiving. At the Tampa Bay EDC, we’re deeply grateful for the support and leadership of our Investors, partners, and team as we work together to propel our economy forward. FloridaCommerce reported that the Tampa MSA gained the second highest number […]
Local medical supply company SurgiShop announces expansion
SurgiShop has closed on a Lutz property with plans to create 15 new jobs Tampa, Fla. (November 27, 2023) – SurgiShop, a Tampa-based medical supply company, announced today its expansion to a larger space and plans to add 15-20 new jobs over the next 1-3 years. SurgiShop has purchased an 11,381-square-foot building at 19235 41 […]
Driven to achieve Tampa and Hillsborough County’s greatest potential
Last week, several hundred of Tampa Bay’s most impactful leaders, movers and shakers gathered at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s Events Center for the Tampa Bay EDC’s 2023 Annual Meeting. The energy in the room was palpable, and we had much to celebrate. Tampa Bay’s global and national recognition as destination for business […]
Tampa Bay Economic Development Council celebrates 2023 fiscal year and introduces new slate of executive officers at “Driven” Annual Meeting
Coke Florida recognized for its investments and impact on our region with the 5th Annual Community Transformer Award presented by TECO Tampa, Fla. (November 1, 2023) – The Tampa Bay Economic Development Council (EDC) celebrated its 2023 fiscal year with more than 500 business and community leaders during its Driven Annual Meeting presented by SouthState […]
Investor Spotlight: Tampa Electric
Tampa Electric has been the leading provider of electricity in West Central Florida for more than 120 years. It currently delivers 99.98 percent service reliability to more than 830,000 customers, including 90,000 businesses. Tampa Electric offers more energy-saving programs and generates more solar energy per customer than any other utility in Florida. The company engages […]
Global Tampa Bay Completes Successful Export Trade Mission to the Dominican Republic
Five Tampa Bay Companies Hold 50+ Meetings to Boost Export Sales Tampa, Fla. – (Oct. 2, 2023) – Global Tampa Bay business leaders and five Tampa Bay companies have returned from a four-day trade mission to the Dominican Republic, Florida’s fourth leading destination for merchandising exports behind Brazil, Colombia, and Chile. More than 50 one-on-one matchmaking […]
Tampa General Hospital Named a 2023 Tampa Bay Inno Award Honoree by the Tampa Bay Business Journal
Tampa General is being recognized for its partnership with the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council to expand and advance Tampa’s Medical and Research District. Tampa, FL (Sept. 29, 2023) –Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has been named a 2023 Tampa Bay Inno Award honoree by the Tampa Bay Business Journal. Tampa General is one of 23 […]
Investor Spotlight: Republic Bank
Republic Bancorp, Inc. is the parent company of Republic Bank & Trust Company with approximately $6.4 billion in assets and headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. The Bank currently has forty-six (46) banking centers in Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee, Florida, and Missouri. The Company’s Class A Common Stock is listed under the symbol “RBCAA” on the NASDAQ Global […]
Israeli cybersecurity company Cybecs chooses Tampa for regional headquarters
Cybecs plans to create 150 jobs over the next three years Tampa, Fla. (September 28, 2023) – Cybecs, an Israeli cybersecurity company, announced today that it is establishing its regional headquarters in Tampa. The company plans to create 150 jobs over the next three years in roles such as information technology, software development, sales and […]