USF to tout award winners
TAMPA – The Florida Small Business Development Center at USF will recognize businesses from the 10-county Tampa Bay region May 14 at the 2025 Florida SBDC at USF Annual Business Awards.
Guests will have a chance to network, visit exhibitor booths, enjoy lunch and hear from keynote speaker Tra Williams, at the University of South Florida Marshall Center, 4103 USF Cedar Circle. The event starts at 11:30 a.m.
In his new book “Boss Brain,” Williams reveals the truth behind the decline of American entrepreneurship and the impacts this decline has on individuals and communities.
“As we go through our day-to-day routines, many of us may not realize we are surrounded by incredible entrepreneurs and the supportive ecosystem that nurtures them.” said Carl Hadden, Florida SBDC at USF regional director. “We look forward to a festive and informative luncheon as we celebrate entrepreneurs, the people who support them, and welcome keynote speaker Tra Williams to the stage.”
Registration costs $99. Visit https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/2025-florida-sbdc-at-usf-annual-business-awards-5a1eVO6mFPV/overview for details.
Xgenex celebrating new digs
LUTZ – Xgenex was scheduled to host a ribbon cutting April 8 at its new 3,655-square-foot space at The Edison Suncoast. The ribbon cutting took place after the newspaper’s deadline.
The technology company specializes in combating bacterial contamination in the food industry.
“Pasco County is the perfect location for Xgenex with active support from Pasco EDC and world-class infrastructure to support our multi-million-dollar state-of-the-art Xymethius Artificial Intelligence Operations Center in Lutz,” said Jim Byron, CEO/owner of Xgenex
The Edison Suncoast is located at 1785 Northpointe Pkwy.
Check out corrections jobs
LAND O’ LAKES – Pasco County Corrections is hiring both certified and civilian team members.
The department will host an in-person career fair from 9 to 11 a.m. April 21 and 3 to 5 p.m. April 22 at Pasco County Corrections, 20101 Central Blvd., Land O’ Lakes.
Corrections leadership will be on hand to answer questions about these opportunities. Those who are pre-certified in corrections are encouraged to attend as well. Bring several copies of your resume and a photo ID.
EDC accepting nominations
PASCO COUNTY – Pasco EDC is accepting nominations for its 2025 Pasco Economic Development Council Annual Awards through April 30.
Nominees should be a for-profit business to business company operating in Pasco County (municipalities or affiliates are excluded). Companies will be evaluated based on the timeframe of January 2024 to March 2025.
Awards open for nominations include the Pasco Establishment Award, Economic Excellence Award, International Achievement Award and Innovation in Workforce Development Award.
Winners will be announced at Pasco EDC’s 37th Annual Awards event from Sept. 4 at Saddlebrook Resort.
North Tampa Bay events
LAND O’ LAKES – North Tampa Bay Chamber will hold a coffee, ribbon cutting and workshop in the next week.
- The chamber hosts a coffee social from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. April 16 at San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union 28909 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel.
- Members celebrate the grand opening of Pinellas Vascular’s Tampa office from 3 to 7 p.m. April 16 at 3450 E. Fletcher Ave., suite 330, Tampa. The ribbon cutting starts at 3:30 p.m.
- Kent Ross, owner of RP&G Printing, discusses “Direct Mail Success for Small Businesses,” from noon to 1:30 p.m. April 17 at the Suncoast Office, 4 & Co. Building, 16703 Early Riser Ave., Land O’ Lakes. Register in advance. Admission costs $15.
- New members learn about how to get the most out of the chamber from 9 to 10 a.m. April 23 at the Suncoast Office, 4 & Co. Building, 16703 Early Riser Ave., Land O’ Lakes. Register in advance.
Visit northtampabaychamber.com for details about the chamber and events.
Greater Pasco events
NEW PORT RICHEY – Greater Pasco Chamber members will host a women’s networking luncheon and a brochure exchange in the next week.
- The Professional Women in Business group holds a networking meeting and lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 16 at HCA Florida Hospital Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, Trinity. Members pay $12. Others pay $15. Register in advance.
- Members network during the Trinity Brochure Exchange from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 17 at Seven Springs Golf and Country Club, 3535 Trophy Blvd., Trinity. Register in advance. Registration is free for members and $10 for others. Lunch costs $13.
Visit greaterpasco.com for details about the chamber and events.
East Pasco events
DADE CITY – East Pasco Chamber members will hold orientation and their weekly coffee networking events in the next week.
- New and prospective members learn how to get the most out of chamber membership from 8 to 9 a.m. April 17 at the Zephyrhills Office, 38550 5th Ave., Zephyrhills. Register in advance.
- The chamber hosts Coffee & NEtworking from 8 to 9 a.m. April 18 at the Zephyrhills Office, 38550 5th Ave., as well as from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. April 22 at the Dade City Office, 14112 8th St.
