Tampa Entrepreneurship Showcase & Networking Night

Schedule

Thu Nov 19 2026 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00
Location

Entrepreneur Collaborative Center | Tampa, FL

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About this Event

Tampa Entrepreneurship Showcase & Networking Night

Idea Builders Accelerator Showcases | Entrepreneur Panel | Networking

Join Community Dreams Foundation (CDF) for an evening celebrating entrepreneurship, business growth, and meaningful connections across Tampa Bay.

Featuring an engaging panel discussion, entrepreneur showcases, and networking opportunities, this event brings together founders, business owners, and community leaders to share insights, discover new ideas, and build valuable relationships.

What to Expect

Entrepreneur Panel Discussion

Hear from four leaders in Tampa Bay's entrepreneurial ecosystem as they discuss the real-world challenges and opportunities of starting, operating, and growing a business.

Meet Our Panelists:

● Dion Richardson — CEO, Community Dreams Foundation

● Lynn Kroesen, CEcD — Manager, Entrepreneur Collaborative Center

● Dr. Shane Smith — Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship, Florida State University

● Bo Peng — Co-Founder, Mango Space

Idea Builders Accelerator Showcases

Watch selected entrepreneurs from CDF's Idea Builders Accelerator present their ventures, share their progress, and receive valuable feedback from the panelists.

Discover emerging businesses and the ideas taking shape in our community.

Business & Community Networking

Connect with entrepreneurs, business owners, mentors, and community partners from across Tampa Bay. Exchange ideas, explore collaborations, and build relationships that extend beyond the event.

About the Idea Builders Accelerator

CDF's Idea Builders Accelerator is a free, hands-on program helping aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs refine their ideas, develop actionable business roadmaps, and move toward execution.

Everyone is welcome to attend. Founder presentation opportunities are reserved for accelerator participants.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Location: Entrepreneur Collaborative Center (ECC) 2101 E Palm Avenue, Tampa, FL 33605

Admission: Free | Registration encouraged

Refreshments: Light refreshments provided

Parking: Free parking available across Palm Avenue

Join us for an evening of ideas, inspiration, and connections that move businesses forward!

Free parking is available across Palm Avenue.


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Where is it happening?

Entrepreneur Collaborative Center, 2101 East Palm Avenue, Tampa, United States

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