On this episode of CEOs You Should Know, Ryan Gorman talks with President & CEO of Tampa Bay Partnership, Bemetra Simmons. They dive into the economic realities of the eight-county Tampa Bay region, exploring how local leaders are navigating rapid population growth alongside rising affordability challenges. Bemetra breaks down key insights from the latest Regional Competitiveness Report, highlighting wins in young adult migration while addressing critical bottlenecks in housing supply and regional transit infrastructure. She also shares how collaborative initiatives like Tampa Bay Rising are bringing public and private leaders together to build a stronger, more sustainable economic future.