June 2016  

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April Monteith (LT '10) gives her thoughts on leadership here ...
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Well, like I usually do (I don't intend for it to happen, it just does), I spent a couple hours over the Memorial Day weekend watching World War II footage.  It draws me in every time.  World War I footage and stories are sometimes even more remarkable to me - what human beings can endure and still survive - and perform.  And, of course, many do not survive - they pay the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom - and their families bear that loss forever. This is not a Memorial Day themed message, but I think it is important that we all pause to think about those sacrifices. I hope we all will also take time on Armed Forces Day and Veteran's Day to honor those who have survived.
 
Along those lines, we are still looking for LTA members to participate in Civilian Career Day for Operation Partnership on June 24.  There is still plenty of time to jump in and we can help you with planning.  More information can be found in the LTA Monday E-mails or on the LTA website here
 
As for the future, summer is here.  We have no program in July but we have a great Connect with Coffee planned for June at One Buc Place and a really exciting program focusing on the climate for entrepreneurship and start-up companies in Tampa in August.  So make sure you get those programs on your calendar and register early.  Our theme this year, and one of the constant goals of LTA, is to help our members connect with each other to enhance their businesses, careers and personal goals.  Hopefully, success there will translate into benefits for our city.  Our June and August programs are specifically designed to accomplish those goals. 
 
Also, on the subject of programs, if you have an idea for one, please let us know.  Planning for next year's calendar will start in September, and we try to build flexibility into the schedule as well. LTA wants to provide the programming that its members want and find valuable, so do not hesitate to reach out to MaryBeth or a cabinet member to let us know your ideas.
 
Hope everyone has a great summer.   
 
Best regards,
 
Reid
 
Reid Haney
LT '96
Hill Ward Henderson

UpcomingEventsUpcoming Events
LTA's Connect with Coffee Featuring What's in Store for the Bucs
 
Space is limited!  Register now .
 
Wednesday, June 22, 2016 7:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers 
One Buccaneer Place 
Tampa, FL 33607


7:45am - 8:15am     Breakfast and Networking
8:15am - 9:00am     Program
 
Featuring
Ben Milsom
*           Chief Ticketing Officer
*           Exciting Stadium Upgrades!
Eileen Sweeney
*           Director of Community Outreach
*           Bucs Connection Affinity Group for Young Professionals
Carey Cox
*           Director of Marketing and Brand Strategy
*           "Siege!" - The 2016 Campaign Strategy
 
 
Tampa's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
Thursday, August 4, 2016 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Lowth Entrepreneurship Center 
Daly Innovation & Collaboration Building
University of Tampa
820 West North A. Street, 8th Floor
Parking available - Thomas Garage 1st Floor
 
 
Please join us for a panel discussion on the local climate for entrepreneurs and startups and the resources and support available to them in Tampa Bay. The panelists include:
  • Dr. Rebecca White, Director of the John P. Lowth Entrepreneurship Center at The University of Tampa
  • Linda Olson, Founder and President of Tampa Bay WaVE
  • Pat Bhava, Founder and CEO, PikMyKid, Tampa Bay WaVE and Startup Scholars alumnus
  • Jacqueline ("Jackie") Darna, CEO of Darna & Company, LLC - Maker of NoMO Nausea and Startup Scholars alumnus
 
Save the Dates
 
September 20 - LTA Conversations with Influence, 11:30am - 1:30pm, Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo
 
October 20 - LTA Reunion, 5:30pm - 7:30pm, The Beck Group
 
November 15 - Connect with Coffee
 
December 13 - Holiday Party, Hill Ward Henderson
Jill Manthey (LT '10)
2016 Programs Chair
Yacht StarShip
813-471-1536


CommunityOutreachCommunity Outreach
Operation Partnership
Civilian Career Day
Friday, June 24, 2016
 
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce
201 N. Franklin St. Suite 201
Tampa, FL 33602
 
Volunteers from LTA are needed to assist military service members transitioning to civilian life in the Tampa Bay area. This opportunity would allow transitioning military to shadow you during your workday. Contact Adrian Martinez at (813) 451-7160 or amartinez@eks-group.com or Michael Maurino at 813) 964-6305 or mmaurino@tampachamber.com for further information.

Adrian Martinez (LT '13)
2016 Community Outreach Chair
EKS Group
813-451-7160

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Reflections from Stephanie Agliano
2016 Leadership Tampa Chair
By Kerry O'Reilly
 
What are you most proud of from your time as chair of Leadership Tampa? 
The overall success of the program this year was thanks to the hard work of many people. A few groups who deserve special recognition include: Our sponsors who continue to believe in the program, our day chairs and their committees who were dedicated to trying new things and building on last year's program days, the Tampa Chamber team that made it easy, and mostly, my LT '16 class members who from day one jumped in with both feet and truly "allowed themselves to be interested" through listening, participating and asking the tough questions. It's because of this leadership participation in every aspect that makes Leadership Tampa the best leadership program ever!
 
Were there any surprises along the way that you can share?
Yes. What I learned about my community seeing it through the leadership eyes of LT '16.
 
If you could've done something different what would it have been?
More time/days to cover more aspects of each day. However, I know that's not realistic.
 
How do you plan to stay involved with LT in the future?
Currently, I am part of the LT '17 Selection Process, and, if there is an opportunity to be a part of a committee for any of the LT '17 days.
 
Any words of wisdom for someone considering taking a leadership role in the program?
Just do it! Yes, it's a lot of time and a big commitment. You will have to totally trust that your "supporting cast" won't miss a beat while you are fully engaged in this program. It's the only way you will be able to enjoy your leadership role.
 
You served as a leader in several classes and participated in one too. Can you settle the debate once and for all: Which class is actually "The Best Class Ever..."?
Doesn't the best class ever have the best Chair ever?!
 
After more than 30 years in the business world, Stephanie followed her heart down a new path as a commercial artist. You can view her work on Facebook at Aggie - The Art of Expression.
 

  Kerry O'Reilly, Leadership Tampa '15, is the Marketing Director for the Tampa Bay Times and Politifact.

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Have you connected with your fellow Leadership Tampa Alumni on Facebook yet? This social site is a quick link to the latest member events and LTA news. Check it out here.  

#LTASpotted!
Building on our 'connected' theme of the year, send your photos of LTA friends you run into while out and about!  Send your selfies/snapshots to Lisa Patterson at (813) 924-2418 or lisa.patterson@baycare.org!
Lisa Patterson (LT '14)
2016 Social Media Chair
813-554-8134 

SponsorshipProfileSponsorship Profile: Sparxoo

Seattle, Austin, New York City and even Portland are leading the way in creative and digital. At Sparxoo, our creative and digital talent is setting the trend as we put Tampa on the map for innovation. From clients such as Weight Watchers in New York City to Fox Sports in Los Angeles - we export Tampa's digital and creative from coast-to-coast every day.
 
What's our secret ingredient? A team of brand trendsetters and digital experts who fuse left and right brain thinking. The average person is exposed to 5,000 brand messages per day, but engages with just 12 brands per day. The mind is wired to seek what is different, and that's exactly what sets Sparxoo above the rest. 
 
Since being founded in 2010, we've successfully propelled our clients to be among the brands that stand out and cut through the clutter. Sparxoo passionately re-envisions the future by integrating creative, technical, and analytic expertise. At Sparxoo, our smart, competitive and fearless culture drives strategic impact. Let us uncage your potential and accelerate growth.
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CALLING CLASS CHAMPIONS!

Would you make an excellent class champion for your LT Class?  Or do you know someone who would? Your membership committee is starting a program to enhance communications between LTA and each class.  Please contact Danielle Seaberg if interested at danielle@grandevent.com.
 
For more information regarding LTA membership and a link to the registration page, click here .
 Danielle Nunez Seaberg (LT ' 10)
 2016 Membership Chair, Recruitment
 Grand Events of Florida, LLC
 813-248-0200
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Elizabeth "Betsey" Hapner (LT '97) has been appointed as deputy JAG for The United States Navy League (national level) through 6/30/17 and appointed for a three year term on the Florida Bar Military Affairs Committee.



C.J. Mintrone (LT '13) was recently promoted to Senior Vice President, Corporate Banking at PNC Bank and also received the "2016 PNC Market All-Star Award".






Mark C. Valenti, PE, CGC (LT '04) received a promotion to Senior Project Manager with Orion Marine Construction, Inc., (OMCI).  The new role includes managing multiple projects through-out the Southeastern United States and the Caribbean along with the mentoring and training of Project Managers.  OMCI, a publicly traded company, is a heavy civil marine construction company that specializes in the construction of marine facility projects and structures, including bridges, ports, ship terminals, jetties and docks.  Mark has been with OMCI for 9 years.

LeadersInActionMember Profile
April Monteith (LT '10)
J.P. Morgan Chase & Co.
 
"Leadership is demonstrated by collectively working together to help our city thrive. I stay involved with LTA because I see this type of collaboration happen on a consistent basis throughout the organization."
 
As an LTA alumni and member of our community for over 18 years, I am very proud to be a part of this organization, and appreciate the Chamber's vision in fostering local leadership. Our community pushes forward thanks to local leaders - those individuals, who inspire, support and help us achieve more every single day.  Leadership also comes from institutions and organizations that collectively work to do better for our neighborhoods, help cities thrive and support the growth of local economies.
 
I am very proud to be part of a company that holds these same values. At J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., we believe we can do better when we work together with partners to provide opportunity for prosperity to everyone. We do that by working with nonprofit organizations, community leaders, and public and private partnerships. It is only together that we can do more.