“I said yes to Tampa Bay based on the opportunity to impact a growing region. Talking to people leading change here, it was clear to me that this region has big plans and the people to make those plans come to life.”
“It’s home. Born and raised in the Tampa Bay area, building the local startup community means an opportunity to create an impact on a much deeper, more personal level.”
“It’s a city in a renewed adolescence, and its residents have the honor of assuming the role of community builders, with the unique position of being able to individually shape the type of city they want Tampa to become — their city, their friends’ city, their family’s city.”
“And it was there — in Tampa Bay’s entrepreneur support system — that I realized where I wanted to exist. Not only did I find my Tampa Bay community, but, more importantly, I found my role within that community.”
“I am excited to see the Tampa Bay Startup Community continue to build, grow and become a nucleus for innovation, talent and education in the technology industry.”
“Tampa Bay is a place filled with opportunity and community. Here you can truly make an impact and be surrounded by people who genuinely want to help you win.”
"The startup community is incredibly resilient, the unwavering passion along with the community support makes Tampa Bay an incredibly unique and exciting place to build a business."
"Tampa Bay is a burgeoning region, and the growing startup community speaks to its future potential. Being part of that dynamism and contributing to the energy of startup talent here allows me to have a major impact on the city I call home."
"Every day I get the opportunity to serve the region and city that I love and the people I aspire to be. The Tampa Bay startup community is on a track to success because it is built by community members who are dedicated to making the person beside them better!"
"I'm inspired by the bold tenacity it takes for our members to enter and make the journey in the startup arena. They create an energy that's contagious which is helping to define Tampa, and push us towards greatness."
"Being part of a growing and driven community where I have the ability to impact change and make a difference gives me a sense of purpose. I'm grateful to have found my place in the community and to have the support of my team. Tampa has grown a lot and I can't wait to see what the future holds for the city, myself, and the start-up community."
“Tampa Bay has all of the ingredients needed to create a thriving technology hub. I want to be part of building the community by cultivating, retaining and attracting the best talent to the amazing companies that call Tampa Bay home.”
“When it comes to the mix between livability and opportunities, I don’t think you can find a better place than Tampa Bay to call home and grow a company. There’s no place on Earth I’d rather be.”
“I’ve seen firsthand why this community is ready to be a hub of so many new, successful ventures. It all starts with the people — the welcoming, supportive community is essential for any new start-up and Tampa Bay is full of incredible people seeking ways to help others.”
