JMI Now Accepting Applications: No Cost Small Business Executive Program – Tampa Bay Spring 2026
Now Accepting Applications: Small Business Executive Program – Tampa Bay The Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship invites small business owners, CEOs, and entrepreneurs to apply for the Small Business Executive Program (SBEP) in Tampa and St. Petersburg. This world-class, no-cost program helps leaders work on their business—not just in it—through hands-on learning, best practices, and strategic growth tools.
Kelly Flannery
City of Tampa to Distribute Additional $2M in aid for Hurricane Repairs
Beginning November 17th, more financial aid will be available for Tampa homeowners affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton. The City of Tampa, with the support of the Tampa City Council, will be distributing $2 million to primary homesteaded and income eligible residents for repairs. The program, Homeowner Hurricane Assistance (HHA), will prioritize homeowners in the hardest hit zip-codes, including Forest Hills, Palmetto Beach and South of Gandy/Port Tampa.
Kelly Flannery
A Letter from the President: The South Tampa Chamber is proud to partner on these community initiatives.
As we enter the season of giving, we are reminded of how much we have to be thankful for—our families, our colleagues, and the incredible community that makes South Tampa such a special place to live and work. This time of year offers an opportunity to reflect on the ways we can give back and support those around us.
Kelly Flannery
2025 South Tampa Chamber Award Recipients
The South Tampa Chamber is proud to announce our 2025 Award Recipients. Join the South Tampa Chamber on December 3rd as we kick off our 100th anniversary, honoring a century of community, connection, and growth, while looking ahead to the next 100 years of impact and innovation. Let’s celebrate where we’ve been and where we’re going, together.
Kelly Flannery
STCOC MAC Update, Veterans Day Events, Shutdown Resources - October 2025
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South Tampa Chamber Government Shutdown Resources
The South Tampa Chamber, in collaboration with our community partners, continues to monitor the current government shutdown and its potential impact on local service members and federal employees. Below are resources available in our community for those in need.
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South Tampa Chamber Member of the Year Finalists
Voted on by the members of the South Tampa Chamber, this award began in 2016 and is presented to the member who leads by example and honors the mission of our organization both with in the Chamber and in the South Tampa community. The Member of the Year Award winner will announced at the 100th Annual Meeting on December 3rd at the Tampa Theatre.
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South Tampa Chamber 2026 Board of Directors
The Nominating Committee of the South Tampa Chamber is pleased to present the proposed slate for the 2026 Board of Directors.
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We Have Moved!
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ADVOCACY IN ACTION: Florida Eliminates Business Rent Tax
Effective October 1, 2025, the state sales tax imposed on rent or license fees for the use of real property (commercial rentals) under section 212.031, Florida Statutes (F.S.), is repealed. This means no state sales tax or discretionary sales surtax applies to rent or license fees for rental or occupancy periods beginning on or after October 1, 2025. Examples of commercial rentals subject to the repeal include rentals of commercial office or retail space, warehouses, and self-storage units.
Kelly Flannery