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Innovation News Sid White, co-founder of Chemical Angel Network, at Startup Shuffle.

USF, TIE Tampa Bay enter collaboration agreement

A five-year collaborative agreement between the University of South Florida, and the nonprofit TIE Tampa Bay is expected to help grow the Tampa Bay entrepreneurial ecosystem.


Florida trade mission to Israel solidifies local economic development efforts

Florida Gov. Rick Scott’s trade mission to Israel boosts Florida-Israeli groups’ efforts to grow Israeli companies in the Sunshine State -- and contributes to economic development efforts in Tampa.


For Good Model for 'Family' sculpture by Junior Polo

Treasure Tampa offers $30K for local placemaking project

Got a great idea about how art or culture can help spur investments in a Tampa neighborhood? You have until January 15 to submit it to the Tampa-based Gobioff Foundation for possible funding.

 


Feature Story Ybor 3-D mural in progress.

European 3D street artist brings painted illusions to Ybor in Tampa

Leon Keer's 3D mural created in Ybor City uses light-heartedness as a way to cut thought-provoking and biting social commentary.

Feature Story Kelsey Burgess and Jonathan Manigo assist TBTI companies and greet visitors.

USF Connect: Bridging academia and tech business

Starting an innovative business? Want to build a relationship with a university? Explore opportunities with USF Connect in the USF Research Park.

Feature Story Charles Gallagher paints his first mural outside Cafe Hey and Oceanic Restaurant Equipment.

Heights Walls take public art in Tampa to new heights

Creative placemaking at work: Heights Walls aims to turn blank buildings into artworks reflecting community, creating civic pride, enhancing sense of place. 

Feature Story - Photo Courtesy of Susan Gott.

Looking for a unique holiday gift? Give a shared experience

Meet a few makers and maker spaces where you can find something special for the holidays or take a family member or friend for the gift of shared experiences.

Innovation News Habitat for Humanity will be moving into this South St. Petersburg office next year.

Looking for a job? Habitat, Sprouts, Penny Hoarder, FEMA hiring

Habitat for Humanity is planning to open an office in South St. Petersburg, plus Sprout’s Farmer’s Market will be opening in Valrico.

 


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Exclusive dating app launches in Tampa, Orlando

The League, an invite-only dating app, debuts in Tampa today with an exclusive group of 507.


ECHO of Brandon claims top prize in social entrepreneurship

Social Venture Partners awarded $60,000 in its first Fast Pitch competition in Tampa, with the top prize going to ECHO of Brandon.

 


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11 people, projects in Downtown Tampa recognized for urban excellence

The Tampa Downtown Partnership’s annual Urban Excellence Awards highlight efforts to elevate the urban core during the past year.

Feature Story Color St. Pete at the Arts Conservatory for Teens to encourage local and global unity.

For Good: Arts Conservatory for Teens changes lives forever

If all the world’s a stage, the nonprofit Arts Conservatory for Teens prepares St. Petersburg youth to take it by storm.

Feature Story Winter Village in downtown Tampa.

Video: Experience Winter Village in downtown Tampa

What's it like to visit Winter Village in downtown Tampa? Experience the ambiance in this 83 Degrees video.

Innovation News Quarterly Trep Talks meetings help entrepreneurs learn, network.

Tech Bytes: Tech-related events look at success, failure

Trep Talks, Tech Talk, and an appearance by Apple inventor Steve Wozniak are on the calendar for people interested in the Tampa Bay Area’s growing tech community.


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Job fairs help relocating Puerto Ricans, sales professionals and others

The Puerto Rican/Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Polk County hosts a job fair. Plus more on job fairs seeking employees for a variety of industries.

 


Buzz "Under the Cuban Sun" exhibition at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts.

Local artists eligible for professional development grants, grant panels

Arts Council of Hillsborough County offers grants for artists for attendance at conferences, artist residencies, or workshops, or the purchase/rental of equipment that will help push an artist’s career forward.

Innovation News A real estate agent SavvyCard

SavvyCard, MetLife, other growing companies hiring in Tampa Bay Area

In a growth mode in Tampa Bay, SavvyCard and MetLife are hiring. Plus a look at other job opportunities in the area.

Feature Story Second Century Studios grand opening in downtown Clearwater.

New shops, new housing spur revitalization of downtown Clearwater

Momentum builds in downtown Clearwater as Imagine Clearwater referendum passes and downtown activity increases, including the opening of The Nolen multi-family, mixed-use development, and Second Century Studios & Bazaar Art Co-op.