2026 Business of the Year Award Winners Announced
The South Tampa Chamber proudly recognized the region's most outstanding businesses, organizations, and professionals during its annual Business of the Year Awards, held June 18, 2026, at The Westshore Grand. Presented during the Chamber's Centennial Year, the awards celebrated excellence in business, leadership, innovation, community impact, and service throughout South Tampa and the greater Tampa Bay region. This year's awards program attracted a record 96 nominations and applications, which were narrowed
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A Birthday Letter to America
This year, our nation celebrates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. At the same time, the South Tampa Chamber marks 100 years of serving businesses, strengthening our community, and advancing economic opportunity. For 250 years, America has stood as a place of possibility rooted in the idea that individuals, communities, and businesses can achieve more together.
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South Tampa Chamber Wins Top Award for Communications
The South Tampa Chamber has been named one of 12 Communications Award of Excellence winners by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE). ACCE is an association based in Alexandria, Virginia, that has over 1,600 chambers of commerce and related business and economic development organizations as members, representing more than 9,000 professionals in the industry.
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New Member CRM Coming Soon!
We are excited to share that in July 2026, the Chamber will transition to a new member management software platform designed to streamline operations, enhance automation, and improve the overall member experience.
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Champion for Women Award Application Open
The Champion for Women Award recognizes an individual or organization that has demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing gender equality, empowering women, and creating lasting impact in the South Tampa community and beyond.
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South Tampa Chamber announces 501(c)(3) Foundation
The South Tampa Chamber is proud to announce the formation of the South Tampa Chamber Foundation, a new 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to strengthening our community through education, leadership development, economic vitality, and civic engagement.
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2026 South Tampa Chamber Business of the Year Finalists Announced
The South Tampa Chamber Business of the Year Awards celebrate outstanding businesses that demonstrate excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to our community. These honorees represent the very best of South Tampa’s vibrant and thriving business landscape.
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Glazer Family Announce Additional Investment Into Glazer Family Small Business Fund
The Glazer Family, owners of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, have announced an additional investment in the Glazer Family Small Business Fund, bringing the program’s total commitment to $1.6 million since its launch in 2024. Applications for the 2026 Glazer Family Small Business Fund are now open and will be accepted on a rolling basis. The next round of recipients will be announced in late June.
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Tampa Bay Leaders Voice Support for Keeping the Rays in the Region
As representatives of the Tampa Bay business community, we support efforts to keep the Tampa Bay Rays in our region and are encouraged by the constructive, forward-looking conversations taking place between team ownership and local government partners. As the collective voice of business across Tampa Bay, we recognize the significant role that professional sports play in shaping a vibrant, competitive, and connected community, and we support a vision that establishes a forever home for the Rays in Tampa
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Tampa Community Mourns the Loss of MacDill Airmen
For more than 80 years, the South Tampa Chamber and the Tampa Bay community have stood beside the men and women of MacDill Air Force Base. We are devastated by the loss of three members of the 99th Air Refueling Squadron, and we offer our deepest condolences to their families, loved ones, and fellow service members following the loss of a KC-135 Stratotanker during Operation Epic Fury on March 12, 2026. The 99th Air Refueling Squadron is a geographically separated unit stationed at Sumpter Smith Joint
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