Dr. Shirley Davis Foundation

What You Can Expect

This free event will provide comprehensive career resources and development opportunities to high-achieving, emerging, transitioning, and active professionals from marginalized and underrepresented populations in the Tampa Bay area. It will feature a combination of career clothing distribution, professional styling sessions, interview coaching/resume review stations, pop-up demonstrations by vendors and sponsors, panels, seminars and lots of networking. This event will equip attendees with the exposure, opportunity, practice, resources, and confidence needed to thrive in their careers and achieve their professional goals.

“As we enter the new year, we’re excited to invite you to CULTIVATE: The Ultimate Career Building Experience on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of empowerment, leadership, and community upliftment. Whether you’re rebuilding after hardship or looking to level up, CULTIVATE offers practical resources, career coaching, and a renewed sense of purpose to help you take the next step in your career. Join us and embrace Dr. King’s vision of a future where everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential!”

Event Highlights

How This Event Will Impact Tampa Bay

Check out what this event does for the Tampa Bay community!

Collaborative Environment

Creates a supportive and collaborative environment where attendees can learn from industry experts, share experiences, and build networks that will support their ongoing career success and advancement.

Strengthened Workforce

Strengthens local workforce by equipping attendees with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to excel in their careers and contribute to the economic growth and prosperity of the community.

Community Partnerships

Connects local corporate partners and community organizations in order to establish cross-industry relationships and building a stronger sense of impact within our local professional landscape.

Tailored Support

Fosters inclusivity and diversity in the workforce by offering tailored support and guidance to professionals from all backgrounds and walks of life.

Career Resources

Provides essential career resources and development opportunities to individuals from marginalized and underrepresented populations, empowering them to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.

Sponsorship & Exhibitor Info

Join our foundation by making a positive change in the Tampa Bay community!

Vendors

Showcase products, meet & greet the community, or promote services at our vendor exhibition booths.

Presenters

Lead a workshop or participate as an expert panel discussion.

Sponsors

Support the event through financial contributions or in-kind donations, with various sponsorship levels offering unique benefits and exposure.

Download our sponsorship package below for more information about opportunities for sponsors, vendors, or presenters.

Calling All Volunteers! 

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