Monday Morning Memo

Monday, July 28, 2025

LESS THAN 60 DAYS AWAY: 39th Annual Meeting & Luncheon

Our 39th Annual Meeting and Luncheon will be held on Thursday, September 18, at Downtown’s JW Marriott Tampa Water Street!

 

We can’t wait to showcase all of the Partnership’s accomplishments over the past year, introduce the 2025-2026 Board of Directors leadership slate, and unveil our new five-year strategic plan.

 

Our Annual Meeting & Luncheon wouldn’t be successful without the gracious support of our sponsors. Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact Shameka Conwell (sconwell@tampasdowntown) TODAY!

 

PLATINUM SPONSOR: Tampa General Hospital

 

GOLD SPONSORS:

– Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

– Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART)

– Kimley-Horn

– Tampa Steel Erecting Co.

 

PROGRAM SPONSOR: Carlton Fields

 

SILVER SPONSORS:

– England Thims & Miller

– Hill Ward Henderson

– Straz Center

– Tampa Bay Economic Development Council

– Tampa Electric Company

 

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The deadline to apply for our Storefront & Sidewalk Café Grant is THURSDAY

Do you have an idea that will beautify a storefront or sidewalk in Tampa’s Downtown? Consider applying for our Storefront & Sidewalk Café Grant!

 

The Storefront & Sidewalk Café Grant serves to create a more attractive pedestrian atmosphere and commercially vibrant environment through street-level storefront improvements and inviting sidewalk café settings.

 

The program offers non-matching grants of up to $7,500 and matching grants over $7,500 up to $10,000 administered on a reimbursement basis, allowing for up to $5,000 of grant funds to be reimbursed every two years.

 

APPLY TODAY

Get tickets for the Tampa Bay Comic Convention!

Calling all lovers of comics, television, and film! Be sure to head to the Tampa Convention Center for the Tampa Bay Comic Convention this weekend from Friday through Sunday!

 

The Tampa Bay Comic Convention is a globally renowned pop-culture phenomenon that includes

 

– Celebrity guest panels

– Autograph signings

– Photo ops

– Gaming competitions

– Cosplay contests

– Vendor/shopping experiences & more!

 

Be sure to purchase your tickets TODAY before time runs out.

 

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FAQ

WE'RE HIRING: DASH Assistant Project Manager

GREAT NEWS Tampa’s Downtown, we are currently seeking a DASH Assistant Project Manager to oversee and manage our Downtown Area Shared Hubs (DASH) program!

 

The DASH Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for the efficient and effective operation of our DASH program by aiding in the oversight of our team of drivers.

 

APPLY NOW

FRIDAY: Head to Amalie Arena for the 2025 Bolts & Brews Fest

If your love for hockey is the same as your love for a good pint, you’ll want to head to Amalie Arena on Friday for Bolts & Brews 2025!

 

When attendees walk into Amalie Arena, they will be astounded by the plethora of breweries located throughout the arena concourse and event floor! You won’t want to miss your chance to sample your way around hundreds of beer options from over 50 local, national, and international brands!

 

There will also be games, photo opportunities, and fun surprises!

– General Admission Access: 8:00pm – 10:00pm

– General Admission Plus: 7:00pm – 10:00pm

– VIP Admission Access: 6:00pm – 10:00pm

 

NOTE: This is a 21+ event. IDs will be required at the door, and no one under 21 will be admitted (this includes babies in strollers).

 

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MEMBERS: Join us for another Member Mixer event next month!

We can’t wait to continue engaging our valuable member base with another member-exclusive event!

 

Join us on Thursday, August 28, at 7th & Oak from 5:00pm – 7:30pm for a member mixer and tour! This event offers a unique opportunity to tour the residential model and upcoming retail spaces.

 

Light bites and drinks will be provided. Come connect with other members and discover the latest addition to Tampa Heights!

 

REGISTER NOW!

The new DASH Tampa app is officially LIVE

Our hub-to-hub transit service is currently available on a new app to ensure continued service excellence and enhance user experience and operations.

 

DOWNLOAD THE APP NOW

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