Economic Club of Tampa honors mayors at April 2 black tie event

TAMPA, Fla. - Feb. 20, 2015 - PRLog -- The Economic Club of Tampa announces

Mayoral Inaugural Ball set for April 2

To benefit Hillsborough Education Foundation;

Plans call for 5 Tampa mayors to be there

TAMPA -- The Economic Club of Tampa announces tickets are available for the first Mayoral Inaugural Ball to be held Thursday, April 2, from 6-10 p.m. at the David A. Straz Jr. Performing Arts Center, 1010 North Macinnes Place, Tampa, FL 33602.

This charitable event benefiting the Hillsborough Education Foundation is a celebration of what’s great about the City of Tampa, while at the same time honoring the mayor who will be sworn into office on April 1.

The Economic Club of Tampa during the evening will also honor former Mayors Dick Greco (1967-1974 and 1995-2003); Bob Martinez (1979-1986); Sandra Freedman (1986-1995); and Pam Iorio (2003-2011) for their leadership and vision.

Tickets are available at http://www.econclubtampa.org/events/.

“The Hillsborough Education Foundation plays a major role in developing the youth who will be the region’s leaders of tomorrow. We’re inviting everyone in our community to buy a ticket to take part in this special event on April 2 to honor the Mayor of Tampa -- a present-day leader who also has a major impact on our future,” said Robert Miles, Board Member and Co-Chair  for the Economic Club of Tampa’s Mayoral Inaugural Ball.

The Mayoral Inaugural Ball is a non-partisan, charity-oriented event. The proceeds from ticket sales will support the Hillsborough Education Foundation’s Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program. Several levels of corporate and table sponsorship are available that include a reception with the mayor and reserved dinner tables.  Individual dinner tickets (limited number) and After Party tickets are available for purchase. Ticket prices are as follows:

Reserved Corporate Priority Seating ($2,500)
Corporate Priority Seating includes the following: Reserved table for 8 and Listing in Program.

Dinner and Dessert - Limited Number Available ($150)
This ticket option includes dinner, dessert, and dancing from 6 - 10 p.m.

After Party - Dessert and Dancing ($25)
This ticket option includes dessert and dancing from 8 - 10 p.m.

The formal black tie optional dinner will be served “on stage” at The Straz Center’s Carol Morsani Hall. There will also be a special $25 After Party ticket available to continue the evening with dessert, dancing and fireworks celebration.

To learn about corporate sponsorship opportunities or to purchase sponsorship packages, program ads, individual dinner tickets (limited number available) and After Party tickets, please visit: www.EconClubTampa.org.

The festivities will feature the mayor’s official acceptance speech and a cake cutting celebration.  Attendees will dance to the sounds of a live DJ.

More surprise details will be announced in coming weeks.

About The Economic Club of Tampa

The Economic Club of Tampa includes an exclusive yet diverse group of business, professional, and community thought leaders who share a vital interest in our local, state, national, and global economies. Each week, immediately following lunch, nationally recognized industry leaders, politicians, and thought leaders offer their perspectives on a variety of economic topics and pertinent issues. The club works to identify and assist upcoming leaders as the torch passes from one generation to the next. For more information, visit http://www.econclubtampa.org.

About the Hillsborough Education Foundation

The Hillsborough Education Foundation (HEF) provides educational resources and financial assistance to help give every Hillsborough County Public School student the opportunity to achieve personal success. Regardless of background, family structure or economic status, HEF believes every student can reach his or her potential through public education. We work in partnership with the community to bring critical resources that are not funded by normal tax revenues to help students succeed in their academic and personal achievements through scholarships, mentoring, dropout prevention programs, free school supplies, classroom grants and recognition for education professionals. For more information on how you can donate and get involved, visit www.EducationFoundation.com.

About the Take Stock in Children (TSIC) Scholarship Program

The Hillsborough Education Foundation provides deserving low-income students the opportunity to escape the cycle of poverty through our TSIC scholarship program.  We offer our students college scholarships, caring volunteer mentors and hope for a better life. Our multi-year commitment providing comprehensive services starts in middle school, continues through high school and includes transition into college. Take Stock in Children Scholarships are matched dollar for dollar by the Stanley G. Tate Florida Prepaid College Foundation. Our goal is to continue to reduce the high school drop-out rate in Hillsborough County Public Schools and to increase the number of students who finish college and successfully enter the workforce. For more information, visit www.EducationFoundation.com.

Contact: Laura Woodard

Communications Committee Chair

Mayoral Inaugural Ball & Board Member, Economic Club of Tampa

(813) 205-5058

Laura@LauraWoodard.com

www.EconClubTampa.org