What is the TBDA?

The Tampa Bay Defense Alliance was formed in 2012 as a grassroots consortium of representatives and members of defense-related organizations including federal, state, and local government as well as the defense industry, and economic development organizations and other interested parties dedicated to protecting, promoting, and enhancing the military value of Tampa Bay’s installations and missions.

The TBDA champions our defense community by connecting civilians to the military. The TBDA represents an eight-county region covering Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota, Manatee, Hernando, and Citrus. Speaking as One Team with One Voice, TBDA collaborates and cooperates with our community partners on issues of importance to the defense and military communities in our region. The TBDA promotes a collaborative and engaging environment that vigorously supports a robust and growing defense community. United in actions, we are a forum of strategic thinkers who provide vital linkages to all organizations supporting our military personnel and their families.