Tampa Bay Professionals Connect Through Networking Group

Tampa Bay Professionals Connect Through Networking Group 

~ CareerSource Tampa Bay invites experienced professionals and recent graduates to connect, learn, and advance their careers ~ 

TAMPA, Fla. – CareerSource Tampa Bay (CSTB) will be holding a Professional Networking Group (PNG) meeting in person on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at CSTB’s Tampa Center at 9215 N. Florida Ave., Room #13, Tampa, FL, 33612. 

Open to degree-holding professionals exploring new career opportunities, the PNG meeting offers a dynamic platform for networking and knowledge sharing. The monthly meetings take place from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., allowing professionals to connect with like-minded individuals and enhance their career prospects. 

PNG members can participate in a weekly seminar designed to help the professional job seeker transition back into the workforce or pursue a meaningful career change. The group can also increase job opportunities and networking. 

The PNG aims to guide professionals in transitioning back into the workforce or making meaningful career changes through a weekly seminar. Participants benefit from valuable insights, increased job opportunities, and an expanded professional network.  

Each monthly meeting features distinguished guest speakers, including top employers and seasoned HR (Human Resources) professionals enthusiastic about identifying and recruiting top talent. These experts will share invaluable insights and actionable advice on finding the next career breakthrough or advancing within one’s current industry. 

David Jones, Director of Workforce Development, will be speaking and will discuss Services and Training offered at CDC of Tampa and provide current positions that are available.  

“We are committed to strengthening communities and sharing available resources to create meaningful impact,” said Melissa Nelson, Business Development Manager. 

The Professional Networking Group of Tampa Bay (PNG) is seeking job seekers who have 

• A four-year degree or higher 

• And/or have five years or more of management-level experience. 

• Or were earning at least $45,000 in yearly salary. 

• Or you are a recent college graduate. 

• Special exemptions are considered when joining PNG. PNG members can participate in a monthly seminar designed to help the professional job seeker transition back into the workforce or pursue a meaningful career change. 

Participants in the PNG group need to be registered with the statewide online job search program, Employ Florida, at www.employflorida.com. 

For more information about the PNG group, click on the link below for more details: https://careersourcetampabay.com/events/professional-networking-group-meeting-tampa/2026-05-21/ 

For more information about the event, contact CSTB Business Development Manager Melissa Nelson at [email protected] or 813-763-1006. 

About CareerSource Tampa Bay  

Effective July 1, 2024, CareerSource Tampa Bay is the designated local workforce development board serving Hillsborough County and Pinellas County. CareerSource Tampa Bay is governed by a board of directors whose members are appointed by a consortium of Chief Local Elected Officials (CLEOs) from each county commission. 

CareerSource Tampa Bay is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voice telephone numbers listed may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment via the Florida Relay Service at 711.    

CareerSource Tampa Bay is the direct service provider for various workforce programs which are supported by the U.S. Department of Labor, Health and Human Services, Agriculture, and other agencies as part of awards totaling $38,665,000 with 93% federally funded (Updated annually, as of September 2025).  

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