A Message from the Executive Director

As we celebrate the tremendous success of Waves of Change, we are joyfully stepping into the Centre for Women’s 50th anniversary year surrounded by the strength of an extraordinary community. The energy in the room for our annual Women's Leadership Luncheon was a powerful reminder of what happens when people come together to champion women and families.

Because of your generosity and support, our programs continue to grow and change lives — helping women build businesses, gain stability, and access the resources they need to thrive. This milestone year is not only a celebration of our past, but a launchpad for even greater impact ahead.

Thank you for believing in our mission and for making this work possible. Together, we are building the next 50 years of opportunity and progress.

With gratitude,

Ann

On February 6, our Annual Women’s Leadership Celebration, Waves of Change, made a splash in the very best way — bringing together an incredible room full of leaders, champions, and friends to celebrate the power of women lifting women.

A heartfelt thank you to our extraordinary honorees multi-talented Broadway Superstar Sutton Foster and Champion for Children and Families Jeanne Tate.  

We thank every guest who joined us. Your presence, enthusiasm, and generosity filled the room with warmth and purpose. Whether you were reconnecting with colleagues, meeting new friends, or cheering on our honorees, you helped create a celebration that was both meaningful and unforgettable.

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See all photos at our Event Photos page

Sold-Out Waves of Change 2026 Luncheon Video

Thanks to H. John Mejia of

Good Life Tampa Bay on MOR-TV.

We’re turning up the volume on gratitude for the Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Hotel & Casino and their amazing Change for Change program! 

Their generous gift is helping us rock our mission and amplify opportunities for women and families in our community. When small change adds up, it creates big impact.

Thank you to our friends at the Seminole Hard Rock Tampa for helping us make meaningful change happen!

Calling All Sponsors, Restaurants & Silent Auction Donors — Gourmet Feastival: Havana Nights

We’re gearing up for this year’s Gourmet Feastival, and the energy is already building. With our vibrant Havana Nights theme, we’re creating an unforgettable evening filled with bold flavors, lively rhythms, and community spirit — and we’d love for you to be part of it.

If you participated last year, watch for your information packets.

We are currently seeking event sponsors, participating restaurants, and silent auction donors to help make this celebration extraordinary. Your partnership not only showcases your brand to an engaged audience, but also directly supports our mission and the community we serve.



If you’re ready to bring some Havana heat to the Feastival, we’d be thrilled to have you join us. Together, we can make this year’s event our most memorable yet.

If you would like to sponsor or participate, contact Trinity Oliver, tdimonda@thecentre.org.

If you would like to donate a silent auction gift, contact Camryn Frost, cfrost@thecentre.org.

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Apply Now: Technical Assistance $1,000 Grant Program for Tampa Entrepreneurs

The Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre, in partnership with the City of Tampa, is excited to announce the launch of the Technical Assistance Grant Program—a unique opportunity designed to help entrepreneurs strengthen the foundation of their business.

Through this program, eligible participants will receive:

• 20 hours of one-on-one business coaching (new clients will be matched with a coach)
• Customized support to help you launch, grow, or pivot your business
• Convenient virtual coaching sessions via Zoom or Google Meet
• A $1,000 grant upon completion of the program

Who is eligible?

• Aspiring or current entrepreneurs who live in or operate a business within the City of Tampa
• Microenterprises with 5 or fewer employees
• Household income at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI)
• Both current WBC clients and new clients may apply
• Applicants must complete a Self-Certification form to verify eligibility

Limited Availability

Only 30 grants are available, and awards will be made on a first-come, first-served basis.

Don’t wait—secure your spot today! Click HERE to apply.

The Tampa Bay Women's Business Centre Startup Academy is an 8-week co-hort program helping entrepreneurs with a solid foundation for your business from ideation through the completion of your business plan. Our trainings will take place via webinars with an in-person Kickoff Event in the beginning and a Pitch Night/Graduation at the end.

Startup Academy Class at the January Kickoff Event

TGH's TampaWell team welcomed local partners in their beautiful community garden.

Pictured: Centre staff Susan McIntyre and Thais Louzada enjoy camaraderie with Chedeline Dorelus (center).

Counseling and Wellness staff Susan McIntyre and Thais Louzada joined like-minded attendees at Love IV Lawrence's annual Reeling in Stigma event. The impact mental health providers, allies and loved ones can have in preventing suicide was personally illuminated by keynote speaker Johnny Crowder, a mental health advocate and creator of the Cope Notes mh app.

The League of Extraordinary Women is a powerful network of influential and accomplished women who are combining their efforts and resources to help women succeed.