Join the Professional Societies

Connect Professionally. Contribute Meaningfully.

Why you should join

By joining the Professional Societies, you’re not just networking – you’re helping people in Tampa, in Israel and around the world live with dignity, meaning and purpose. Together, we strengthen Jewish life through philanthropy, camaraderie, community building and leadership.

 

The Tampa JCCs & Federation is offering more opportunities for members of the Jewish business community to network and connect with one another while also supporting the vital work of the Federation.

How to Join

The Professional Societies is open to donors who contribute $1000 or more annually or $365 for professionals ages 35 and under to the Tampa JCCs & Federation's Annual Campaign. Donations can be gifted or sponsored by a friend, family member or even your employer may choose to contribute to support your professional development.

 

Please note: If you don’t see your industry listed, you’re still welcome to join the Professional Societies. The Tampa JCCs & Federation plans to expand industries in the future as the demand grows to add additional industries.

  • Medical (Maimonides Society)

    Open to physicians, dentists, pharmacists, nurses, therapists and other health care professionals.

  • Legal (Cardozo Society)

    Open to attorneys, judges, legal assistants and other legal professionals.

  • Financial (Montefiore Society)

    Open to accountants, stock brokers, bankers, financial planners and advisors, insurance brokers, investment consultants, wealth management advisors and others in financial services.

  • Real Estate Society

    Open to all real estate professionals, builders and developers in this field.

  • Entrepreneur Society

    Open to change makers, trail blazers, innovators and game changers, including founders and business owners, solopreneurs, independent creators, business development executives and investors.

  • Technology Society

    Open to professionals from across all technology fields: software, development, product management, IT, cybersecurity, design and data science.

Benefits

  • Access exclusive programs and signature events with industry leaders
  • Meet and connect with the Jewish business community
  • Enjoy networking events and cocktail hours
  • Join the mentorship program

 

2026 Professional Societies Event Lineup

  • January 22, 2026 – AI: “From Hype to Impact” (for members only)
  • March 10, 2026 – Networking Cocktail Hour (open to the community – fee to attend for non-members)
  • April 30, 2026 – Annual Professional Societies Event (open to the community – fee to attend)
  • May 13, 2026 – Industry Cocktail Hour & Breakout Sessions (for members only)
  • September 15, 2026  – Key Leader Spotlight Event and Cocktail hour (for members only)
  • November 12, 2026 – Networking Cocktail Hour (open to the community - fee to attend for non-members)

New Mentorship program

The Professional Societies Mentorship program is designed to foster meaningful connections, career growth and support among Jewish professionals.

 

This initiative pairs seasoned professionals with emerging professional leaders in their respective fields.

 

The program will launch in Spring 2026.


PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR FIRST EVENT OF 2026

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Networking Cocktail Hour: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Program following

Shanna & Bryan Glazer JCC
522 N. Howard Avenue, Tampa

*Please note: 1.5 credits CLE for lawyers (1 Technology and 1 Ethics) authorized.
1.5 credits CPE for accountants (.5 Behavior and 1 Technical Business) authorized.