Pilot Bank has been proudly serving Tampa Bay community for over 30 years. This is the second year Pilot Bank has proudly supported of the Taste of South Tampa annual event. Taking place on March 25th, Pilot Bank’s South Tampa branch is looking forward to once again lending a hand and helping to make the event more delectable than ever.

Now in its 13th year, Taste of South Tampa has an impressive spread lined up for the March 25th event. Event goers will get to nosh on food from Bulla Gastrobar, Cask Social Kitchen, Dough Nation, On the Go Gourmet, and more. Those who purchase VIP tickets will also have a chance to delight in fare from Cru Cellars, Silly Monkey Cookie Company, Viva Napoli, and others. Regardless of the ticket purchased, taste buds will not be disappointed. Taking place from 1 P.M.-4 P.M. at the beautiful Tampa Garden Club, the event will also give attendees a chance to speak with representatives from an array of local businesses. In addition to Pilot Bank’s presence, team members from Excel Realty of FL/The Heroes Housing Group, JIVE Travel, and Lunchbox Wax will be there.

Hanisha Patel, Vice President Market Leader at Pilot Bank’s South Tampa branch, is thrilled to be a part of the event because she finds it a meaningful experience: “We make sure that we do what we can in our community because we want to help our area’s businesses grow.” Pilot Bank was founded by a group of entrepreneurs, and the community bank remains committed to helping other entrepreneurs experience growth and success. At last year’s event, many attendees showed interest in learning more about Pilot Bank and it gave the team a chance to engage in conversations with local businesses to discover how Pilot Bank can make their businesses soar. “We offer concierge service for our clients. We are here to support, promote, and advocate within the communities we serve,” shared Patel.

Flames Indian Cuisine will be serving some of their enticing fare at this year’s event, and they are but one example of a local business that chose to bank with Pilot. Many Pilot Bank associates will be participating and supporting the event. Candace Headrick, the Chamber’s director of membership, expressed: “As one of our largest supporters, we appreciate Pilot Bank’s dedication to the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce and our community.”

Come visit the Pilot Bank at the Pilot Tent. It will have a fun popcorn cart and enter your chance to win 12 month CD valued at $500.00, and learn why how Pilot Bank is the “bank of choice” for Tampa Bay’s small businesses.