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Tampa Bay Partnership, USF Muma College of Business researchers unveil Tampa Bay region economic competitiveness data - USF News
The findings and insights were revealed and discussed at the State of the Region community luncheon held today on the USF Tampa campus. Nearly 500 business leaders, not-for-profit leaders and government officials attended the event.
February 17, 2026Research and Innovation
'State of the Region’ researchers unveil how Tampa Bay compares against peer communities
Tuesday’s event was heavy on data and trends, but also a homecoming for TV president Moez Limayem, whose welcome remarks kicked off his first day as the university’s ninth president.
February 17, 2026Business News, Research and Innovation
Hotel workers and guests both like using AI apps and virtual assistants to get fresh towels, but customers sometimes want a human touch.
February 13, 2026Research and Innovation
In honor of Valentine’s Day, some married USF professors, faculty members and university leaders shared how they found love alongside their academic careers.
February 12, 2026Events
Mastry's Brewing Company in St. Pete Beach has partnered with USF to launch the St. Pete Pilsner. It's a beer crafted specifically to support the university's Brewing Arts Program.
February 11, 2026Research and Innovation
USF students place second in financial planning case competition
The competition, part of the 2026 Future Advisors Conference, gave personal financial planning students an opportunity to apply both technical and client‑facing skills in a realistic advisory setting.
February 11, 2026Honors and Awards
A firm’s decision on how to secure talent “directly shapes its future competitiveness,” a researcher from the TV said.
February 10, 2026Entrepreneurship, Research and Innovation
New research from USF reveals that while smart AI concierges are great for quick, 24/7 help and for easing hospitality staff workload, most guests still prefer face-to-face customer service, especially with requests that involve an emotional attachment.
February 9, 2026Research and Innovation
USF research reveals a gap between hotel managers' enthusiasm for AI and guests' comfort levels with the technology.
February 9, 2026Research and Innovation
The American Gaming Association reports legal sportsbooks took nearly $150 billion worth of bets in 2024. The sports betting industry posted a record $13.71 billion in revenue during that same year.
February 9, 2026Research and Innovation
JA BizTown in Tampa Bay and Polk County is now Muma BizTown, recognizing the long-standing and transformative support of Pam and Les Muma.
February 9, 2026Entrepreneurship
While smart voice AI is popular for routine, 24/7 tasks, guests overwhelmingly prefer human concierges for emotionally meaningful or complex requests.
February 9, 2026Research and Innovation