Gary Hartfield Inducted into Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame

TAMPA, FL – We are thrilled to announce Gary T. Hartfield’s induction into the esteemed 2024 Class of the Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame. This prestigious honor, bestowed by the Florida Council on Economic Education (FCEE), recognizes individuals who have made remarkable contributions to the Tampa Bay community through their outstanding business accomplishments and unwavering commitment to civic service.

Since 1988, the Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame has celebrated exceptional leaders who exemplify integrity, vision, and dedication to improving our region’s economic landscape. The Hall of Fame’s members inspire future generations and demonstrate the importance of leadership, entrepreneurship, and community engagement.

The induction ceremony will occur on Friday, May 10, 2024, at the Hilton Tampa Downtown. This event will not only honor the Class of 2024 but also highlight the critical work of the Florida Council on Economic Education in promoting economic and financial literacy education in K-12 schools throughout the Gulf Coast region and Florida.

Gary is a distinguished serial entrepreneur, leader, author, and philanthropist whose impact spans multiple industries, including education, healthcare, real estate, and insurance. As the president and CEO of six residential group homes providing healthcare services for the elderly and developmentally disabled and the founder and CEO of Serenity Village and Serenity Village Insurance & Consulting, Gary has demonstrated exceptional leadership acumen and business expertise.

“Receiving this award is truly an honor,” Hartfield said. “I am incredibly grateful to the Florida Council on Economic Education and the community for their support and faith in me.”

Throughout his career, Gary has been a catalyst for job creation, employing over 100 Floridians across the state and serving more than 1,000 clients through Serenity Village Insurance & Consulting. His commitment to empowering others extends to his role as CEO and Chairman of Empower Florida, Inc., advocating for the needs of business owners serving the intellectually and developmentally disabled.

“We are excited to welcome guests as we celebrate the Class of 2024 and all leaders who are ‘Soaring To New Heights,’” said FCEE Executive Director Suzanne Constanza. “We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments, leadership, and service of the Honorees while supporting the critical work of the FCEE in preparing our young people for their financial futures.”

The induction ceremony will celebrate Gary’s remarkable achievements and support the vital work of the Florida Council on Economic Education in preparing future generations for their financial futures. Tickets can be found here: https://www.fcee.org/tbhof.

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About the Florida Council on Economic Education:

The Florida Council on Economic Education (FCEE) promotes economic and financial literacy education in K-12 schools. Through teacher training programs, curricula, student competitions, and educational resources, FCEE annually empowers thousands of teachers and students across Florida. Learn more. 

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