Untitled Document Many groups sponsor similar activities in both Tampa (Aug. 27-30) and Charlotte (Sept. 3-6); CEOs and lobbyists talk policy, network and party As Hurricane Isaac moved through the Gulf of Mexico, associations were on the move getting to and around the Tampa area for the Republican convention. … Many events planned for Monday were delayed because of the hurricane, making the “Spirits of Tampa” party at The Florida Aquarium even more popular and well attended, according to Matt Shay, CEO of the National Retail Federation, one of the sponsors. “For trade groups and industry groups, it’s primarily about showing the flag and having a high level of… Read More