The Sykes Hall of Fame Business Speaker Series, hosted by the Board of Fellows and Sykes College of Business, was created to augment the learning of all Sykes College of Business students, specifically undergraduate students. The series provides students with a vibrant experience that adds to their portfolio of learning business leadership at the college.

Guest speakers who participate in this event are nationally known business leaders and entrepreneurs who have an excellent reputation and story to tell. They share their personal experiences with several hundred students and provide an opportunity for these students to gain firsthand insight into the realities, challenges and perseverance that are required to become a highly notable leader in the business community.

Fall 2025

Speakers: TBD

EVENT INFORMATION

Sept. 25, 2025

• Check-in: 3:30 - 4 p.m.  
• Program: 4 - 5 p.m.
• Networking and Reception 5 - 6:30 p.m. 

University of Tampa, Falk Theatre
428 W. Kennedy Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33606

Parking is available in Thomas, Delaware and West garages.

Sponsorship

The Sykes Hall of Fame offers a terrific way to get your company's name in front of hundreds of area decision-makers. Proceeds from the Sykes Hall of Fame fund the Board of Fellows Endowed Scholarship to The University of Tampa's Sykes College of Business. 

For additional sponsorship information, view the 2025 sponsorship packet, and/or email sblout@ut.edu or fellows@ut.edu.

Past Speakers and Recorded Events