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Podcast artwork featuring Tampa Bay Partnership President and CEO Bemetra Simmons discussing regional leadership, economic development, and the future of the Tampa Bay area.

Tampa Bay Developer | Fixing the Transportation and Housing Crisis

Bemetra Simmons is President and CEO of the Tampa Bay Partnership, a coalition of business, nonprofit, and civic leaders dedicated to advancing the region's economic prosperity and quality of life. In this episode, Simmons discusses the Tampa Bay Regional Infrastructure ...
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Bemetra Simmons and Gina Dew participate in a podcast discussion, seated at microphones in a recording studio while discussing transportation and infrastructure initiatives.

Tampa Tea Podcast | Understanding the RIA (Regional Infrastructure Accelerator)

The Tampa Bay Regional Infrastructure Accelerator (RIA) team recently joined the Tampa Tea podcast to discuss the transportation projects being explored across the region. From bus rapid transit to streetcar expansion, the conversation highlights proposed investments, key partners involved, and ...
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News anchor presenting a map of proposed Tampa Bay transportation projects, highlighting transit and highway improvements in the Tampa area.

WTSP | Tampa Bay leaders revealing shortlist of transit projects in virtual ‘From Vision to Action’ session

TAMPA, Fla. — Regional leaders are gathering virtually Wednesday morning for a session called "From Vision to Action," revealing a shortlist of five transportation projects aimed at better connecting downtown Tampa, Tampa International Airport and the Westshore Business District. See ...
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Tampa Bay RIA Kick-Off Meeting

Tampa Bay accelerator explores financing to speed up major infrastructure projects

By Breanne Williams - Reporter, Tampa Bay Business Journal November 5, 2025 6.45 KB View full-sizeDownload The kick-off event for the Tampa Bay RIA was held on Aug. 12 at Tampa International Airport. Vistra Communications After years of planning, Tampa Bay's ...
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