Introduction | The Call to Transformation We stand at the threshold of a new era, one where innovation,equity , and

Soaring City: Transforming Suitcase City into Uptown’s Innovation Hub Soaring City, formerly known as the Tampa Innovation Partnership (TIA), is

Soaring City has emerged as a powerful catalyst for transformation in what was once disparagingly referred to as “Suitcase City.”

Seven years ago – A small band of determined people took on the task of building the Tampa Innovation Alliance.

Part I:  Mirror World and the Emerging Metaverse:   On a cold, snowy night in March of 2019, while riding on the

“There is a goldmine in our backyard.” This was the opening statement from a presentation by the Tampa Organization of

The COVID Crisis, poorly considered lockdowns and now righteous anger over the killing of George Floyd have laid bare the

A decade ago I spoke before a large and angry crowd. The country was in the midst of economic turmoil

One size does not fit all, and the way forward will require social discipline and political leadership. Policy making requires

In 2016 we held a historic event at the Old University Mall. It was intentionally edgy: mixing rap (a spoken word

  I am writing this Sharpe Byte while sitting at the San Francisco Airport waiting for my flight home after

The answer to life’s most vexing question is 42. For those who understand what I mean, you can stop reading.

First, a little history:In 2010, USF President Dr. Judy Genshaft presented a vision in her Fall Address to the USF

Potential Unleashed Tampa !p (the P stands for Partnership) is all about unleashing the potential of the University area. A quick perusal

Ok – It’s a Street Fight! Spend a weekend walking the gritty streets of traffic-choked Manhattan and it’s all you

Ok – let’s be honest. How many of you live for the thrill of traversing Fowler Avenue? Yes, I know

Each year, in February, I attend the highly anticipated State of the Valley Conference in San Jose. The conference is