Born from a partnership with The University of Tampa’s Lowth Entrepreneurship Center, the Tampa Bay Dealmaker Forum has quickly become the region’s premier stage for recognizing standout M&A transactions. Each quarter, deal teams and student analysts come together to showcase real M&A, PE/VC, and debt deals shaping Tampa Bay’s business landscape. Students from UT’s finance program conduct deep‑dive research, present their findings, and gain mentorship from seasoned deal makers — creating a pipeline of emerging talent. Meanwhile, professionals gain visibility for their work, expand their networks, and celebrate the deals driving capital formation across the region. The annual Dealmaker Summit caps the year by honoring the most impactful transactions and the people behind them.