Welcome to the Tampa Chapter!
Join us as we support the rise of Tampapreneurs
Watch the Charter Ceremony for the Tampa Chapter
Millennials are dominating the demographic of Tampa and Tampa ranks as the number one city that people moved to in 2016,” according to Realtor.com. It also ranks as the “hottest” city for start-ups, according to Fortune, and the best overall city in the Southeast, according to Money Magazine.
Kaysara Mandry studied Business Economics and Entrepreneurship at the University of Louisville. Kaysara is the co-owner of a Kumon Math & Reading Center and the Paschall Blanc Art Studio & Gallery where she is also the CEO. Kaysara Mandry is an entrepreneur who helps others achieve their academic, artistic, and career potential. Connect with Kaysara.
“The Tampa Chapter is made up of a group of progressive professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs. We contribute our diverse knowledge and skills to advance the mission of Black Connect. ”
The Tampa Chapter is currently engaged in these exciting initiatives:
Production of Black Connect’s podcast
Implementation of a national program
Creation of a program that introduces Tampa high school students to entrepreneurship
Fundraising activities that support the chapter's programs and initiatives
Developing strategic partnerships with government, local businesses and universities, and government that facilitate economic growth of Tampa’s Black community
Proudly serving the community as a resource for members of the community who are interested in entrepreneurship or want to support local Black-owned businesses
Advocating for resources for Black-owned businesses from local government
As a member of the Tampa chapter you will have the opportunity to:
Lead the chapter as a chapter officer and represent Black Connect within the Tampa community
Join a committee and assist in the administration and operation of the chapter
If you're a business owner: present a business problem, new product, or service and get feedback from chapter members; pitch your business; get leads; attract new customers, participate in programs and services offered by the national organization
If you're not a business owner: share your perspective with business owners in your chapter as a consumer or professional; share professional knowledge with business owners that can help strengthen their businesses; help promote members’ businesses; share leads with chapter members who are business owners for potential customers/clients
