Membership

Who is TiE Member?

Entrepreneurial Mindset

      • Must be an entrepreneur, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone with a strong interest in fostering entrepreneurship, or accredited investors.
      • Business professionals, intrapreneurs, or innovators within organizations are also welcome.

Commitment to Community and Growth

      • Willingness to actively participate in mentoring, networking, and community-building activities.
      • Demonstrated interest in contributing to the entrepreneurial ecosystem, either locally or globally.
      • Agreement to abide by the group’s code of conduct and participation guidelines.

Professional Experience

      • A minimum of 10 years of professional or entrepreneurial experience for CMs and 2-3 years recommended for associate members.
      • Business professionals, intrapreneurs, or innovators within organizations are also welcome.

Technology and Innovation Focus

      • An understanding or interest in how technology plays a role in driving innovation and entrepreneurship.
      • Engagement in or support of industries advancing technological solutions.

Charter Membership

TIE Charter Members represent an invitation-only group of accomplished founders, executives and community thought leaders with a common vision. They believe in the power of entrepreneurship, and the interconnectedness between business and community success.

Charter Member Benefits

  • Complimentary admission to TIE events all over the world, including a global Charter Member retreat,
  • Complimentary admission for you and a guest to an exclusive Charter Member Dinner Cruise and TIE Tampa Bay’s VIP Dinner,
  • Complimentary admission for you and a guest to Tampa Bay’s TIECON and TIE Holiday Party events,
  • Personal and/or company recognition on the chapter website and at high profile events,
  • Access to deal flow, mentoring and expert networking opportunities,
  • Eligibility to be nominated to TIE Tampa Bay’s Board of Directors.

Annual investment: $1,200

Associate Membership

TIE Members are rising and aspiring entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, and innovators who want to further their startup vision while contributing to the growth of the community. This membership is ideal for professionals looking to get connected to Tampa Bay’s growing tech and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

TIE Member Benefits:

  • Access to expert networking with TiE Charter Members
  • Complimentary admission to TIE Student and TIE Women events,
  • Opportunity to serve as a mentor for TIE Students and TIE Women programs.
  • Event based mention on LinkedIn

Annual investment: $150

Every hour or dollar you invest in TIE pays back

As a TIE Tampa Bay Member, you’re part of a global platform for networking and influence, contributing to the area’s growth, prosperity and future. And through TIE’s focus on access, you’ll play an active role in shaping a more diverse and inclusive startup ecosystem.