
Dealmaker Forum - April Event
Tampa Bay Dealmaker Forum: April Event
Christina Georgacopoulos of the Tampa Bay Business Journal will moderate a panel discussing recent deals impacting the Tampa Bay area. Panelists Jerrett Smith of Ballast Point Ventures, Joe Vattamattam of Healthmap Solutions, John Astrab of BMO Harris Bank, and Brian Model of Topmark Partners will discuss their recent deals. The event includes an overview of the area’s top deals by the University of Tampa Finance students and an in-depth panel discussion of select deals. This is preceded and followed by networking with industry leaders in M&A and dealmaking and a vision for 2025's financial landscape. Don't miss this celebration of Tampa Bay's vibrant financial community! Sign up today!
Thursday, April 24, 2025
5:30 PM 8:00 PM
John P. Lowth Entrepreneurship Center (map)
Date: Thursday, April 24th, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM ET Location: John P. Lowth Entrepreneurship Center, University of Tampa

Inaugural Dealmaker Forum
Inaugural Tampa Bay Dealmaker Forum: Unveiling 2024's Top Deals
Date: Thursday, January 30th, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM ET Location: John P. Lowth Entrepreneurship Center, University of Tampa
Join us for the inaugural Tampa Bay Dealmaker Summit as we kick off a year of celebrating the region's most impactful financial transactions.
Event Highlights:
Spotlight on 2024's Top Deals: Gain insights into the most significant deals that shaped Tampa Bay's business landscape in 2024.
Student-Led Presentations: Hear from University of Tampa finance students as they unveil their in-depth analysis of these groundbreaking deals.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry leaders, dealmakers, and aspiring finance professionals in a dynamic environment.
Vision for 2025: Get a glimpse into the future of Tampa Bay's financial landscape and the exciting possibilities ahead.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the Tampa Bay Dealmaker Summit and celebrate the accomplishments of our vibrant financial community!
Sign up today!
Hold the Date for Future Events!
Dealmaker Forum at the John P. Lowth Entrepreneurship Center: August 21st and November 13th, 2025
Dealmaker Summit at the Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club: January 29th, 2026