TAMPA BAY BUSINESS HALL OF FAME
Thursday, April 23, 2026 • Hilton Tampa Downtown
Pictured From left: Don DeFosset; Todd Jones; Sidd Pagidipati; Suzanne Costanza; Robert Grammig; Hugh Campbell; Rebecca Dunn
Congratulations Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame - Class of 2026
A Message from the Event Co-Chairs
On behalf of the Florida Council on Economic Education, we extend our sincere thanks to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame.
It was an honor to celebrate this year’s distinguished Class of 2026, including Hugh Campbell, Robert Grammig, Todd Jones, and Sidd Pagidipati, and to recognize their lasting contributions to the Tampa Bay community.
We are deeply grateful to our sponsors, supporters, and guests whose generosity helped make the evening possible and contributed to raising over $380,000 in support of FCEE’s mission. The Florida Council on Economic Education is dedicated to providing free, high-quality economic and financial education to K–12 students and teachers across the state, equipping the next generation with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.
Thank you for being part of this meaningful evening and for your continued support.
With gratitude,
Don DeFosset
Rebecca Dunn
Event Co-Chairs, Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame
Don DeFosset
Class of 2013
Rebecca Dunn
The Dunn Foundation
EVENT PURPOSE & HISTORY
Since 1988, the Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame has recognized exceptional individuals who’ve distinguished themselves through their contributions to the Tampa Bay community. The honor is reserved for leaders who’ve made significant impacts through their business and civic achievements and by serving as lifelong examples of integrity and high ideals. Members of the Hall of Fame are inspirations to young people who will follow in their footsteps.
Proceeds from the Hall of Fame support the economic, financial literacy and free enterprise education programs of the FCEE and the Gus A. Stavros Center for Free Enterprise & Economic Education at the University of South Florida. Established by statewide business leaders in 1975, the FCEE provides teacher training programs, curricula, student competitions and other educational resources free-of-charge to thousands of teachers each year throughout the state’s K-12 system. By investing in the economic and financial “know how” of our children, the Tampa Bay business community has a tremendous influence in developing the informed and responsible employees, citizens and leaders of tomorrow.
EVENT AUDIENCE
This celebration is the Must Attend business event of the year! Induction into the Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame is a prestigious honor; over 600 attendees join the region’s most influential leaders in business, education, philanthropy and government in celebrating this special occasion.
LEGENDS OF TAMPA BAY
Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame Members are encouraged to join our Business Legends of Tampa Bay program. Legend members have the opportunity to attend exclusive events throughout the year hosted by the FCEE. Proceeds from the Legends program benefit Economic Education and Financial Literacy for students in Florida. Please call 813-289-8489 for more information or click here.
2025 EVENT VIDEO
INDUCTEE INFO
SPONSORSHIP INFO 2026
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THANK YOU 2026 SPONSORS
Without the support of our community the Tampa Bay Hall of Fame wouldn’t be possible. We thank everyone who has contributed to its success and allowed the Florida Council on Economic Education to continue to carry out our mission!
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