PRESENTED BY TAMPA DIASPORA EVENTS · HOSTED BY REGINALD GRIGSBY

DIASPORA BUSINESS & SOCIAL MIXER

One unforgettable night. Two distinct experiences. A monthly gathering for Black organizations, Divine Nine chapters, nonprofits, and corporate leaders to connect, collaborate, and celebrate in Tampa Bay.

PART 1 · INVITATION ONLY
VIP LEADERSHIP FORUM
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Purpose-driven dialogue with CEOs, execs & community leaders with full catered meal

PART 2 · COMPLETELY OPTIONAL
DIASPORA SOCIAL MIXER
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

5 floors of vibes,Live DJs across (R&B,Afrobeat,Caribbean,Soca and Dancehall ), DJ fusion with live instruments, rooftop cigar lounge, spoken words experience inspired by the essence of Love Jones, cultural caters of different black diaspora foods and Black vendor marketplace

Diaspora Business & Social Mixer event logo — Tampa's Premier Black Diaspora Experience, presented by SFE Tampa Diaspora Events
DATE
SATURDAY
OCT 17
EVERY 3RD SAT.
TIME
4 – 8 PM
VIP FORUM 4–5:30PM
SOCIAL MIXER 4:00pm–8PM
LOCATION
CLUB PRANA
TAMPA, FL
1619 E. 7TH AVE
Respond ByAUG 15
KickoffOCT 17

Tampa's monthly night where Black organizations, Divine Nine chapters, nonprofits, and corporate leaders come together to build real relationships, unlock resources, and celebrate our culture — every 3rd Saturday.

REGISTER YOUR ORGANIZATION →LEARN MORE
3RD
Saturday Monthly
10+
Corporate CEOs
2
VIP Tickets per Org
INTRODUCING

THE DIASPORA LEADERSHIP FORUM

A monthly gathering created to bring Tampa's leading Black organizations, Divine Nine chapters, nonprofits, civic groups, professional associations, and community leaders into one room for a purpose-driven conversation about our collective future.

ONE ROOM.

Black organizations, Divine Nine, nonprofits, and corporate leaders — all in one space.

ONE PURPOSE.

Align missions, share initiatives, and address challenges that impact our collective future.

ENDLESS IMPACT.

When organizations know what each other are doing, collaboration increases — and opportunity multiplies.

THIS IS NOT ANOTHER NETWORKING EVENT.

This is a leadership forum designed to create access, visibility, collaboration, and action.

MONTHLY EVENT EXPERIENCE

ONE NIGHT.
TWO EXPERIENCES.

Purpose-driven dialogue by day. Celebration and connection by night.

VIP Leadership Forum keynote speaker addressing an audience of Black professionals
PART 1
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

VIP LEADERSHIP FORUM

INVITATION ONLY

A purpose-driven forum bringing together Black organizations, Divine Nine leadership, nonprofit leaders, community leaders, and corporate executives for meaningful dialogue, updates, and partnership building.

  • 2 Complimentary VIP Tickets per organization with full catered meal
  • 2-Minute Presentation By Each Organization
  • Share Upcoming Initiatives with the room
  • Address Community Priorities directly to CEOs
  • Build Strategic Partnerships that move resources
Diaspora Social Mixer rooftop celebration scene with event title overlay
PART 2 — OPTIONAL
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

DIASPORA SOCIAL MIXER

COMPLETELY OPTIONAL — CELEBRATION & CULTURE

Attendance is completely optional for VIP Leadership Forum Attendees and not required. The Leadership Forum ends at 5:30 PM — feel free to join us after for great vibes, music, drinks, and celebration, or head out whenever you're ready.

  • 5 Floors of Vibes & DJs
  • Rooftop Cigar Lounge
  • Live Instrumentalists
  • Curated Spoken Word
  • Cultural Food Experiences
  • Rooftop Black Vendor Marketplace
DIRECT ACCESS

REAL CONVERSATIONS.
LASTING IMPACT.

CORPORATE LEADERS ARE COMING TO HEAR FROM YOU.

Each month, ten invited CEOs, executives, and community relations leaders from major Tampa-area companies will join the Leadership Forum. They are not attending to give speeches. They are attending to hear directly from organizations like yours.

THEY WANT TO UNDERSTAND:

  • Your mission
  • Your priorities
  • Your challenges
  • Your upcoming initiatives
  • Where support is needed
  • How their companies can help

THIS CREATES DIRECT ACCESS TO DECISION-MAKERS WHO CAN PROVIDE:

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS

VOLUNTEER SUPPORT

CORPORATE RESOURCES

COMMUNITY INVESTMENTS

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE

EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT

LONG-TERM ORG RELATIONSHIPS

WHAT YOU WALK AWAY WITH

THE BENEFITS OF ATTENDING

MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS

Build relationships with other Black organizations and community leaders who share your mission.

CORPORATE ACCESS

Engage directly with corporate leaders actively seeking to invest in our community.

PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Discover collaborations, sponsorships, and resources to advance your mission faster.

SHARE YOUR VOICE

Speak on challenges, initiatives, and needs that matter most to your community — to the people who can act.

INCREASE VISIBILITY

Elevate your organization's impact and connect with new audiences and opportunities every month.

STRONGER TOGETHER

Unite with purpose to create lasting change in Tampa Bay — together.

THE GOAL IS SIMPLE

SIX OUTCOMES.
ONE MOVEMENT.

When organizations know what each other are doing, collaboration increases. When corporate leaders understand community needs, investment increases. When relationships are built intentionally, impact grows.

1

BRING US TOGETHER

Unite the ecosystem under one roof.

2

LEARN WHAT EACH ORG IS DOING

Surface real-time community work.

3

SHARE UPCOMING INITIATIVES

Coordinate calendars and reduce duplication.

4

ADDRESS COMMUNITY CHALLENGES

Solve problems collectively, not in silos.

5

IDENTIFY PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Match resources to needs in real time.

6

BUILD A STRONGER BLACK ECOSYSTEM

Across Tampa Bay — together.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

EVENT DETAILS

WHEN

EVERY 3RD SATURDAY

OCT 17 — First Event
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

SCHEDULE

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

VIP Leadership Forum

4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Diaspora Social Mixer

EVENT VENUE

CLUB PRANA

1619 E. 7th Avenue
Tampa, FL 33605

CORPORATE OFFICE

400 N. Tampa St.
15th Floor
Tampa, FL 33602

WWW.TAMPADIASPORAEVENTS.COM →

RESPONSE DEADLINE

AUGUST 15TH

We are currently building the monthly Leadership Forum schedule and organizational roster. Confirm by August 15th to secure your organization's participation and activate your member ticket access for future events.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

REQUEST YOUR INVITATION

Space within the Leadership Forum is limited and participation is by invitation only. Submit your details below and our team will confirm your organization's place at the table.

2 complimentary VIP tickets for your organization each month

2-minute organization spotlight in front of corporate leaders

Priority access for organization members to purchase up to 10 additional tickets

Direct exposure to Tampa's most influential Black organizations

Reginald Grigsby

"Your voice. Your mission. Your community."

REGINALD GRIGSBY

Founder, Tampa Diaspora Events

RESERVE YOUR INVITATION

Limited to invited organizations.

By submitting, you agree to receive event communications. Limited capacity. Invitations confirmed by August 15th.

Reginald Grigsby, Founder of Tampa Diaspora Events

"One culture. One community. Endless opportunities."

A MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDER

REGINALD GRIGSBY

FOUNDER, TAMPA DIASPORA EVENTS • CREATOR, DIASPORA BUSINESS & SOCIAL MIXER

Together, we can create greater visibility, stronger partnerships, expanded opportunities, and lasting impact for our community.

The organizations selected for this initiative represent many of the leaders, advocates, service providers, and change-makers helping shape Tampa's future. We would be honored to have your organization represented at the table.

10+

CORPORATE CEOS

5

FLOORS OF VIBES

1

PURPOSE

REAL CONVERSATIONS • REAL RELATIONSHIPS • REAL IMPACT

TOGETHER, WE CAN
BUILD A STRONGER TAMPA BLACK ECOSYSTEM.

The first event kicks off Saturday, October 17th. Space is limited, and participation is by invitation only.

REQUEST YOUR INVITATION SEE EVENT DETAILS

LET'S BUILD. LET'S CONNECT. LET'S CREATE CHANGE.

THE ORGANIZATION BEHIND THE EXPERIENCE

TAMPA DIASPORA EVENTS

"One culture. One community. Endless opportunities."

OUR MISSION

Building Tampa Bay's strongest Black professional ecosystem — one EVENT at a time.

Tampa Diaspora Events is a community-activation brand created to connect, empower, and celebrate the Black organizations, Divine Nine chapters, nonprofits, entrepreneurs, and corporate leaders who make Tampa Bay thrive.

Through monthly curated experiences — anchored by our flagship Diaspora Business & Social Mixer — we open the rooms that matter, broker introductions that move resources, and create the cultural space where the next partnership, hire, and idea is born.

PRESENTED BY

SFE

A community-driven organization committed to strengthening collaboration across Tampa's Black diaspora.

WHO THIS IS FOR

  • BLACK ORGANIZATIONS & NONPROFITS

    Gain visibility, recruit support, and access resources from peers and corporate partners.

  • DIVINE NINE CHAPTERS

    Coordinate cross-chapter initiatives and reconnect with the broader Black leadership network.

  • CORPORATE EXECUTIVES & CEOS

    Listen directly to community priorities and identify partnership, hiring, and investment opportunities.

  • ENTREPRENEURS & COMMUNITY LEADERS

    Grow your network, find collaborators, and showcase your work to the right rooms.

CORPORATE OFFICE

400 N. Tampa St.
15TH FLOOR
TAMPA, FL 33602

VISIT US ONLINE

WWW.TAMPADIASPORAEVENTS.COM →

Learn more about upcoming events, partnerships, and how to bring your organization to the table.