06/05/2026
Tampa Sister Cities is proud to share the official launch of TIDES — the Tampa International Diplomacy and Exchange Summit.
For decades, Tampa Sister Cities has worked to build international understanding through people-to-people relationships, cultural exchange, education, and civic connection. TIDES grows from that same mission.
This new summit is being created to bring together the many individuals, organizations, institutions, businesses, and communities already helping connect Tampa to the world.
TIDES will focus on five connected areas:
Trade. Innovation. Diplomacy. Education. Sustainability.
Through these tracks, the summit will create space for international partners, civic leaders, universities, entrepreneurs, cultural organizations, nonprofits, and community members to build relationships, share ideas, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
We are excited to help lead this effort and to work with partners across Tampa and around the world to make TIDES a signature international gathering for our city.
Follow the TIDES page for updates on speakers, delegations, sponsors, exhibitors, volunteer opportunities, and cultural programming.
The tide is rising.
Explore how cities, businesses, ports, chambers, and international organizations are creating new opportunities through trade, investment, and cross-border collaboration. Sessions will examine global commerce, economic partnerships, supply chain connectivity, and the role international relationships...
