Member News
Florida Chamber of Commerce member press releases/updates.
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Mar- 2026 -18 March
Philip Morris International U.S. Launches Tampa Bay Center, Creating 180 New Jobs
Philip Morris International’s U.S. operations are expanding in the Tampa Bay region with the launch of a new Business Solutions Center in Tampa, Florida. The company is investing about $50 million to establish the center, which will bring approximately 180 new high-skill jobs to the area and support a range of functions previously spread across multiple sites. The new hub will bring together teams in business solutions, distribution operations, and customer service, helping PMI U.S.…
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17 March
Mosaic and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Complete Five-Year Hunger Relief Initiative
Mosaic and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers marked a major milestone for the Tampa Bay region with the opening of the fifth and final food pantry through their Tackling Hunger partnership. The launch completed a five-year commitment focused on expanding access to nutritious food for families experiencing food insecurity. Working alongside Feeding Tampa Bay, the partners helped establish food pantries that provide consistent, reliable access to healthy food across the community. The initiative emphasized long-term solutions…
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13 March
Verizon Distributes Disaster Preparedness Kits in Tampa Bay
Verizon partnered with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Mayor Jane Castor, U.S. Representative Kathy Castor, former kicker Martin Gramatica, and Rebuilding Together Greater Florida to hand out 500 disaster preparedness kits. The initiative helps the Tampa Bay community prepare for hurricane season and strengthen resilience for families across the region. Source: LinkedIn
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13 March
Florida Blue Highlights Heart Health During Broward Walk
Florida Blue supported the American Heart Association’s 2026 Broward Heart Walk at Nova Southeastern University by sponsoring a Gratitude Wall that highlighted the life-saving impact of research, education, and prevention programs. The display recognized the contributions of partners and team members while celebrating the Heart Walk’s role in promoting heart health throughout the community. Source: LinkedIn
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12 March
Bank of America Teaches Financial Literacy to Students
Bank of America partnered with Junior Achievement New Mexico to help students at Carlos Rey Elementary learn key money skills, including earning, saving, spending, and giving. The program, part of a decade-long collaboration, helps equip students with practical financial knowledge and the confidence to set ambitious goals for their futures. Source: LinkedIn
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12 March
Florida Power & Light Enhances School Spaces During Power to Care Week
During its annual Power to Care Week, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) joined forces with the Broward Education Foundation and Broward County Public Schools to enhance the campus at Apollo Middle School in Hollywood. Volunteers, including FPL staff and students, worked together to improve outdoor spaces by planting flowers, spreading mulch, raking leaves, and refreshing landscaping along walkways and entrances, creating a more welcoming environment for students. School and organizational leaders highlighted how partnerships…
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12 March
Tampa Electric Supports 4-H Student, Honors Father’s Legacy
Tampa Electric recently supported 12-year-old 4-H student Aubrey Blommel by purchasing her steer at the Pasco County Fair Youth Beef Sale. The project was started with her late father, Andrew John Clayton ‘Clay’ Blommel, who passed away in November 2025. Determined to complete the work they began together, Aubrey presented her steer at the youth beef show. The meat from the sale will be donated to the Mango Elementary School food pantry, providing roughly 1,000…
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9 March
FAIRWINDS Foundation Announces Recipients of 2026 Grants
FAIRWINDS Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) that serves as the philanthropic arm of FAIRWINDS Credit Union, continues its commitment to strategic, mission-driven giving by investing $500,000 for the second consecutive year. Since 2018, the Foundation has invested more than $2.5 million in initiatives focused on financial well-being. The announcement was made during a celebratory grant reception held at Full Sail Live, bringing together nonprofit partners, community leaders, and FAIRWINDS Credit Union representatives to recognize organizations working…
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9 March
Syniverse Celebrates Women Leaders for Women’s History Month
As Women’s History Month begins, Syniverse is highlighting the contributions of women across its teams who are helping shape the company and the future of technology. These leaders bring a range of expertise, from cybersecurity and infrastructure engineering to user experience leadership, showing how diverse perspectives drive innovation and growth. The company is featuring profiles of three women whose work exemplifies this impact: Principal Infrastructure Platform Engineer Jenny Fonseca, Senior Director of User Experience Megan…
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6 March
Boca Helping Hands Receives Support Through Publix Good Together Campaign
Boca Helping Hands has been selected as a local recipient for Publix’s Good Together Hunger Register campaign. Shoppers at participating Publix stores can make small donations at checkout, which directly support food assistance programs in the community. The contributions will help Boca Helping Hands provide food, essential resources, and supportive services to individuals and families facing food insecurity in Palm Beach County. The organization also offers programs designed to promote stability and self-sufficiency for local…
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6 March
Florida Blue Foundation Expands Maternal Health Support in Indian River County
The Florida Blue Foundation is investing $3.5 million to strengthen maternal health programs across Florida, including in Indian River County. This funding will help local organizations expand services for mothers before, during, and after pregnancy. In Indian River County, the Healthy Start Coalition will use the support to enhance postpartum care, provide bereavement support, and offer community-based doula services. These programs are designed to help families navigate pregnancy and early parenthood with guidance, emotional support,…
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6 March
Florida Power & Light Employees Volunteer Across Florida During Power to Care Week
Employees from Florida Power & Light Company spent the week giving back to their communities through the company’s annual Power to Care Week, a volunteer initiative that mobilizes staff across the state to support local nonprofit organizations. During the week, volunteers participated in dozens of service projects benefiting community groups and charities. In Sarasota County, team members partnered with Easterseals Southwest Florida to help with projects that support individuals with disabilities and their families, contributing…
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6 March
Disney Princess Celebration Brings Joy to AdventHealth for Children Patients
Young patients at AdventHealth for Children recently experienced a day filled with imagination, laughter, and a little bit of Disney magic during a special princess-themed celebration at the hospital. As part of the event, patients had the opportunity to interact with a Disney princess, take part in themed crafts, and enjoy activities designed to bring joy and distraction during their hospital stay. Children decorated lanterns, colored princess artwork, and received plush toys while spending time…
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Feb- 2026 -18 February
Florida Polytechnic University Levels Up with New Esports Arena
Florida Polytechnic University has officially opened a new esports arena, creating a centralized hub for competitive gaming, campus engagement and student development. The purpose-built space features 20 high-performance gaming PCs designed for competitive play, along with dedicated console stations. A defining element of the facility is its 48-foot exterior display mounted to the Barnett Applied Research Center, allowing live tournament gameplay to be broadcast outdoors — turning matches into campus-wide spectator events. Florida Poly fields…
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6 February
Tampa Electric and Peoples Gas Appoint New Board Member to Strengthen Leadership
Tampa Electric and Peoples Gas have appointed Syd Kitson to their Boards of Directors, bringing extensive leadership experience and a commitment to sustainable community development to both companies. The appointment, announced by Board Chair Scott Balfour, is effective as of February 4, 2026. Kitson serves as chairman and CEO of Kitson & Partners, a Palm Beach Gardens-based real estate firm known for creating innovative and resilient communities, including Babcock Ranch, the nation’s first solar-powered town…
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