Leading The Way For Tomorrow

Since 1970, Leadership Tampa has introduced its class members to major facets of the greater Tampa community through an intensive nine-month course. Founded by the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Tampa’s members participate in educational sessions, tours and candid conversations with community leaders. Topics including law enforcement, education, social services, the environment, economic development and the arts, just to name a few! These program days challenge members to see their community as they never have before. To enhance the program day experience, class members are required to participate in a law enforcement ride-a-long as well as a teacher shadowing day.

Members of Leadership Tampa are business/professional people who hold leadership positions within their companies or organizations. Additionally, they have demonstrated a concern for community issues and volunteered their time with service and professional organizations. Leadership Tampa is committed to having a diverse and dynamic class.

The Leadership Tampa year begins in Sep. and concludes in May. Members meet every other week for briefings, tours, seminars and hands-on learning. In addition, the class participates in an Opening Retreat and a Tallahassee Retreat. The Leadership Tampa program agendas bring in top-level business, civic, and government leaders for an interactive and behind the scenes look at Tampa.

General Application Information

Applications for the Class of 2020 will be available online on Mar. 29, 2019. See more information about applying for Leadership Tampa.

Class of 2020 Information Sessions

The selection process is rigorous and competitive for approximately 50 seats available in each class. Come to find out how to be a successful Leadership Tampa candidate while learning about the history and benefits of the program at these upcoming informative sessions.

Held at the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, all sessions will begin with 30 minutes of networking, followed by the program.

LT '20 Proposed Calendar Schedule

* Dates are subject to change.

Programs are all day sessions (7 AM - 5 PM), unless otherwise noted. Program topics will be confirmed prior to the class announcement.