In 2024, the Florida Council on Economic Education (FCEE) honored four outstanding leaders in the Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame. The class included Bob Clark of Tampa Steel Erecting Company, Gary Hartfield of Serenity Village, Dewey Mitchell of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, and Todd Wanek of Ashley Furniture.
The annual Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame event was hosted by the FCEE at the Tampa Hilton Downtown and raised over $360,000 to support the FCEE’s mission. Since its establishment in 1988, this event has been recognizing individuals who have made a lasting impact on the Tampa Bay region through their business expertise and community involvement.
The FCEE’s mission is to promote economic literacy and financial responsibility among students and adults in the Tampa Bay area. The funds raised at the event will help support this mission by providing resources and programs to educate people about personal finance and economic development.
The induction ceremony was held during dinner at the Tampa Hilton Downtown. Each inductee was introduced by a fellow leader or community member who spoke about their contributions to the region’s economy and community. The event also included a keynote speaker who shared insights on current economic trends and challenges facing businesses today.
Inductees into the Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame are selected based on their dedication to the Tampa Bay area and their leadership qualities that have helped shape the region’s economic landscape. They must demonstrate a strong commitment to integrity and ethical principles while also making significant contributions to the community through their business expertise.
Overall, this event was an excellent opportunity for leaders from various industries to come together and recognize each other’s achievements while also supporting a worthy cause that promotes financial literacy and responsible economic development in the Tampa Bay area.
