About Business Buddies Tampa

Best Buddies Tampa BayBusiness Buddies Tampa is a network of professionals in Tampa Bay supporting Best Buddies, a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Business Buddies' networking events raise funds for Best Buddies and provides the ideal environment for professionals from all fields to develop business, develop friendships and socialize. Click for more…

January Networking Event at Timpano Italian Chophouse
Submitted by julie on Dec 30 2011 - 1:42pm

Business Buddies Tampa, a leading social and networking organization of the Tampa Bay area, invites you to our first networking event of 2012, a special happy hour featuring delicious foods and drink specials at Timpano Italian Chophouse, located at 1610 West Swann Avenue Tampa, FL 33606.

Holiday Ball Winners
Submitted by julie on Dec 9 2011 - 10:53am

Congratulations to all the finalists for the 2011 Holiday Ball!  This year's winners are:


Young Professional of the Year: Merritt Martin, Moffitt Cancer Center


Professional Organization of the Year: Emerge Tampa Bay


Small Busienss of the Year: Rumbo Marketing


Community Leader of the Year: Ryan Nece, Nece Foundation

Finalists for Best in Business Awards
Submitted by julie on Nov 15 2011 - 2:00pm

2011 Holiday Ball Tickets on Sale Now!!!
Submitted by julie on Oct 27 2011 - 3:49pm

You can now purchase your tickets for the 2011 Holiday Ball Event by clicking HERE.

Business Buddies Tampa November Networking Event
Submitted by julie on Oct 26 2011 - 9:50am

Business Buddies Tampa, a leading social and networking organization of the Tampa Bay area, invites you to a special happy hour event featuring delicious foods and drink specials at one of the best upscale restaurants in Hyde Park, Timpano Italian Chop House.

Attendees will have the opportunity to make new friends, gain new clients or potentially change careers in a relaxed, upscale environment. Join us every second Wednesday of the month from 6 to 9 p.m. at different Tampa locations for monthly happy hours.

When: Wednesday, November 9 at 6 to 9 pm

Submit Your Nominations for Holiday Ball Best in Business Awards!
Submitted by julie on Sep 22 2011 - 9:10am

Business Buddies Tampa will recognize the outstanding contributions of professionals and businesses in the Tampa Bay area with the Holiday Ball 2011 Best in Business Awards in four categories.

Sept. Happy Hour by Business Buddies Tampa and Young Lawyers Division
Submitted by julie on Aug 15 2011 - 9:29am

This September, join us for a very special happy hour at The Centre Club on September 14th, 2011 from 5:30pm to 8:30 pm.  Hosted by Business Buddies Tampa and Young Lawyers Division, this will be the happy hour you DON'T want to miss!

Business Buddies Tampa August Happy Hour @ Cheap on Howard
Submitted by julie on Jul 27 2011 - 10:34am

Business Buddies Tampa, a leading social and networking organization of the Tampa Bay area, invites you to this month’s happy hour event featuring delicious foods and drink specials. Attendees also will have the opportunity to make new friends, gain new clients or potentially change careers in a relaxed, upscale environment. Join us every second Wednesday of the month from 6 to 9 p.m.

Havana Nights Photos Courtesy BWL Photography
Submitted by julie on Jul 11 2011 - 9:18am

Check out these amazing pictures from the 4th Annual Havana Nights 2011!  BWL Photography captured some amazing memories... do you see anyone you know?!

Thank You to our Generous Havana Nights Supporters!
Submitted by julie on Jul 8 2011 - 8:52am

Havana Nights was a huge success thanks to our many sponsors and donors. We especially thank Phillipe at World of Beers (locations across Tampa) and Bay Cities Bank. Below is a list of other donors and sponsors who made the event possible: