Interview – Kim Scheeler

March 25th, 2008 by Sean Burke

Kim Scheeler

Kim Scheeler – President & CEO of the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce

In this interview, Kim shares with you the inside scoop into what is happening in the Chamber today. You’ll also get the 411 on where the Chamber and the Tampa Business environment is heading.

Listen to hear Kim share:

  1. What it is like to be the President of the Chamber
  2. The programs they have available for Small Businesses
  3. Their approach to membership
  4. What is new and exciting on the Economic Development front
  5. Emerge Tampa Program for our future leadership
  6. The future of the Chamber
  7. How the Chamber can assist companies looking to start in Hillsborough County
  8. Advice on pursuing your vision

To learn more about Kim and their programs, check out the Chamber’s Web Site

Small Business of the Year Nominations

March 12th, 2008 by Sean Burke

The Greater Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for their Small Business of the Year Awards. To qualify, you must have a business that is based in Hillsborough County and have between 5-250 employees.

To nominate someone you respect, please visit the Chamber’s Site.

Interview – Holly Tomlin

November 13th, 2007 by Sean Burke

Holly Tomlin

2007 Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce -

Small Business of the Year Winner for Outstanding Leader

Holly shares her insights into leadership and what winning this award has meant to her and her team. To learn more about Holly and her company visit: Tomlin Tested Staffing . Enjoy.

Interview – Vince Kudla

November 8th, 2007 by Sean Burke

Vince Kudla

The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce

2007 Small Business of the Year Winner – HomeOwner HomeWork (5-20)

Vince shares his insights into customer satisfaction and what winning this award has meant to him and his team. To learn more about Vince and his company visit: HomeOwner HomeWork Web Site . Enjoy.

Interview – Jennifer Bakunas

November 8th, 2007 by Sean Burke

Ken and Jen Bakunas

2007 – Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce

Small Business of the Year Winner – Magnetic (Employee 21-50)

Jennifer shares her insights into building a great culture and what winning this award has meant to Magnetic. To learn more about Jennifer and her company visit: Magnetic’s Web Site.

Interview – Kevin Hourigan

November 8th, 2007 by Sean Burke

Kevin Hourigan

2007 – Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce

Small Business of the Year Winner – Bayshore Solutions (Employee 51-250)

Kevin shares his insights into leading a high-growth company and what winning this award has meant to him and his team. To learn more about Kevin and his company visit: Bayshore Solution’s Web Site. Enjoy.