# Event Details

- **Event Name**: BUILT TO SCALE: The Hidden Growth Lever of Operational Readiness
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 10 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Tue, 10 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Scaling without burnout: A candid Women’s History Month conversation on operational readiness & sustainable growth.About this EventGrowth doesn’t stall because demand disappears — it stalls when operations can’t keep up.This Women’s History Month, TiE Tampa Bay invites you to a candid and practical conversation on the hidden growth lever of operational readiness — the structure, systems, and leadership habits that make scaling sustainable.Founders often focus on vision, product, and market expansion. But what truly determines long-term success? The team you build. The systems you design. The operating discipline you practice every day.Join us for an honest discussion featuring:Catherine Karow – Founder & CTO, ZoraSafeA cybersecurity leader building scalable, AI-powered solutions in a high-stakes digital landscape.Valerie Lavin – Chief Talent & Inclusion Officer, Tampa Bay ChamberA seasoned leader focused on workforce strategy, inclusive growth, and organizational strength.Janette Blanco – President & CEO, Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Tampa BayEmpowering entrepreneurs with the tools and strategic guidance to grow with clarity and resilience.Moderated by Priya Balasundaram, Founder & CEO of Nimitta Technologies and TiE Women Co-Chair.Together, they will unpack:• What operational readiness really means• How to build teams that scale under pressure• Simple systems that prevent chaos• Habits that sustain momentum without burnoutExpect real stories, practical lessons, and thoughtful insights designed for founders, operators, and leaders navigating growth.Whether you’re scaling now or preparing for your next stage, this conversation will equip you with the clarity and confidence to grow well — not just fast.We look forward to welcoming you.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tampa/built-to-scale-the-hidden-growth-lever-of-operational-readiness/100001984322089787
- **Event Categories**: business, womens-history-month
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Tampa
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Embarc Collective
- **lat**: 27.9473183
- **long**: -82.4523419
- **full address**: Embarc Collective, 802 East Whiting Street, Tampa, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is BUILT TO SCALE: The Hidden Growth Lever of Operational Readiness being held?
  - **A:** BUILT TO SCALE: The Hidden Growth Lever of Operational Readiness takes place on Tue, 10 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Tue, 10 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Embarc Collective, 802 East Whiting Street, Tampa, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing BUILT TO SCALE: The Hidden Growth Lever of Operational Readiness?
  - **A:** BUILT TO SCALE: The Hidden Growth Lever of Operational Readiness is organized by TIE Tampa Bay.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** BUILT TO SCALE: The Hidden Growth Lever of Operational Readiness is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Tampa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If BUILT TO SCALE: The Hidden Growth Lever of Operational Readiness sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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