Cyber & Cigars: A Tribute to Tampa’s Roots and the Future of Tech
Schedule
Thu Apr 09 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
J.C. Newman Cigar Company | Tampa, FL
Cyber & Cigars with Sam Barrington. Tech, infrastructure, cigars, cocktails, and culture collide during Tampa Bay Tech Week.About this Event
Cyber & Cigars with Sam Barrington brings together technology, infrastructure, culture, cigars, cocktails, and community during Tampa Bay Tech Week.
Hosted by Sam Barrington, USF Alumni, former NFL player, and President of Sky Limit Crane & Rigging, the evening highlights how technology is reshaping industries that have traditionally powered our economy. From infrastructure and construction to logistics and security, innovation is transforming the blue collar backbone of the American workforce.
Set in the heart of historic Ybor City, this signature Tampa Bay Tech Week event brings together founders, operators, cybersecurity professionals, builders, creatives, and community leaders for a powerful night of conversation, connection, and culture.
The evening opens with a keynote from a major voice in our region, followed by a conversation exploring how technology is transforming industries once considered far removed from tech. As Tampa Bay continues to grow as a technology hub, Cyber & Cigars highlights the role infrastructure, construction, and skilled trades will play in shaping the future.
The content is serious. The vibe is Tampa.
Throughout the evening, guests will experience curated elements that celebrate Tampa’s heritage:
• A local cigar craftsman hand rolling cigars onsite
• Craft cocktails from a featured Tampa Bay brewery
• Warm Latin jazz creating the atmosphere of historic Ybor
• A room filled with founders, tech leaders, builders, security professionals, and innovators
Whether you are a C-level executive, founder, operator, community leader, or someone tracking the future of innovation and entrepreneurship, Cyber & Cigars captures the energy of Tampa Bay’s growing technology ecosystem.
Technology. Infrastructure. Culture. Community.
All in one room.
VIP and All-Access Tampa Bay Tech Week pass holders are welcome. RSVP is still required at . Space is limited.
Where is it happening?
J.C. Newman Cigar Company, 2701 North 16th Street, Tampa, United StatesUSD 59.34
