CEOs in Schools Needs You to Sign Up To Inspire, Lead, and Make A Lasting Impact On Public Schools
September 9, 2025
On Friday, November 7, Tampa Bay area executives will volunteer at a Hillsborough County public elementary school as part of the innovative, education program – CEOs in Schools.
November marks teacher recognition, Great American Teach-In and CEOs in Schools
October 24, 2024
School doors are open for chief executive officers who aim to influence and support the next generation of workers and community leaders, with CEOs in Schools returning to Hillsborough County next month…
Business leaders will partner with Tampa Bay schools for a day of impact
October 21, 2024
More than 150 business leaders from the Tampa Bay area will participate in the sixth annual CEOs in Schools event on Friday, Nov. 1…
CEOs in Schools: Bringing the boardroom to the classroom in Hillsborough County elementary schools
October 16, 2024
CEOs in Schools is looking for business leaders who want to bring the boardroom to the classroom…
CEOs in Schools Returns: Tampa Bay Business Leaders Partner With Schools For A Day Of Change
October 16, 2024
The transformative power of education meets the ingenuity of business as CEOs in Schools returns for its sixth year…
Hillsborough County Public Schools Superintendent Van Ayres visits Town & Country Elementary
November 3, 2023
Superintendent Van Ayres visited Town & Country Elementary School on Friday for CEOs in Schools…
Seeking Local Business Leaders for Fifth Annual CEOs in Schools Program
October 10, 2023
Tampa Bay area CEOs are volunteering their time and talents to help set students and their schools up for future success. CEOs in Schools, now in its fifth year, welcomes Tampa Bay area executives to spend a day in the heart of the classroom…
What’s Right with Tampa Bay: CEOs in Schools
November 2, 2022
Tampa Bay area CEOs are volunteering their time and talents to help set students and their schools up for future success.
Hillsborough’s ‘CEOs in Schools’ program aims to set up students for future success
October 26, 2022
The co-owner and CEO of the Hampton Chocolate Factory, Grant Gappelberg, met with students at Lockhart Elementary School and gave students a preview of what’s to come on November 4.
Business Leaders Needed for CEOs in Schools
October 10, 2022
CEOs in Schools invites Tampa Bay area executives to spend a day away from the office and step into the classroom.
Community Partnerships Are Crucial To Our Success
November 1, 2021
By Superintendent Addison Davis
It has never been more evident how community partnerships can enhance the lives of our children, teachers, staff and families.
CEOs in Schools looking for business leaders for this year’s program
September 23, 2021
CEOs in Schools is looking for Tampa Bay area executives to spend a day away from the office and step into the classroom.
Bay Area CEOs and Leaders Take A Break From Jobs To Offer Students Advice
February 21, 2021
CEOs from across the Tampa Bay Area took a break from their phones and desks to talk with students at the cafeteria table Friday.
Over 150 CEOs Gather To Make An Impact On Local Schools
February 26, 2021
On Friday, February 19, Tampa Bay Area senior executives volunteered for the day at elementary schools throughout Hillsborough County as part of the innovative, educational program – ‘CEOs in Schools.’
Business Leaders Come Together to Positively Impact Hillsborough County Students
February 16, 2021
As the old proverb says, “It takes a village to raise a child.” When it comes to the future of tomorrow’s leaders, I strongly believe the solution to true, lasting educational transformation involves the creation of genuine relationships between our educators and local business leaders.
CEOs Take Day To Make An Impact In Schools
February 2, 2021
Tampa Bay area senior executives with a passion for supporting tomorrow’s leaders are invited to volunteer for an entire day at a Hillsborough County public elementary school as part of the innovative, educational program—CEOs in Schools.
CEO heads back to school, helps change the lives of students
January 19, 2021
West Tampa Elementary School Principal Kevin Kastner and the president of PrimeGroup Insurance, Ed Ellsasser, are proud of the mural on the back wall at the school.
“The mural says ‘work hard and be nice,’” said Principal Kastner. “That’s all we ask of our kids. We want them to come here. We want them to work hard. We want them to be nice to one another and that they can achieve anything that they want.”
Ellsasser is part of CEOs in Schools, a group of business executives that volunteer their time and treasure to help students succeed.
Kim Jowell-CEOs in Schools
December 16, 2020
Kim Jowell, the CEO of Hillsborough Education Foundation, joined AM Tampa to discuss CEOs in Schools. Hillsborough Education Foundation in partnership with Vistra Communications and Hillsborough County Public Schools have teamed up for CEOs in Schools.
Commentary: Calling business leaders to commit to young learners, teachers
November 24, 2020
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” — Nelson Mandela.
These words ring especially true as our society reflects on the integral role our educators play in shaping and positively influencing our children. This entire year has thrust our society into uncertainty and angst; our school systems are no different.
Hundreds of CEOs spend a day at Hillsborough public schools
November 3, 2019
Nearly 180 Tampa Bay area CEOs volunteered for an entire day on Oct. 18 at Hillsborough County public elementary schools. The new educational initiative, CEOs in Schools, is a Vistra Communications (Vistra)-spurred ambition designed to inspire youth. Vistra is a Tampa Bay-based public relations and marketing agency.
Business Leaders Sought for Hillsborough County CEOs in Schools Initiative
August 23, 2019
On Oct. 18, nearly 180 Tampa Bay area CEOs will volunteer an entire day at Hillsborough County public elementary schools as part of a new educational initiative, CEOs in Schools.
Woodland Johnson and Brian Butler Talk CEOs in Schools on Spectrum News 9’s In Depth Segment
August 22, 2019
A lesson in business brought to the classroom. Vistra Communications’ Brian Butler and Hillsborough County Public Schools’ Woodland Johnson discuss the joint educational initiative, CEOs in Schools.
Jeff Eakins and Brian Butler Talk CEOs in Schools on AM Tampa Bay
August 16, 2019
Brian Butler President, CEO and founder of Vistra Communications, LLC (Vistra) and Superintendent Jeff Eakins, Hillsborough County Public Schools, joined AM Tampa Bay to discuss Tampa Bay area CEOs who will volunteer an entire day at Hillsborough County public elementary schools on October 18, 2019. The goal is to have CEOs experience what educators and students do on a day to day basis so that they will have a new perspective on what goes into preparing students for success in the future workforce.
Top executives sought for CEOs in Schools initiative in Hillsborough
August 9, 2019
As many as 180 Tampa Bay area CEOs will volunteer an entire day at Hillsborough County public elementary schools as part of a new educational initiative, CEOs in Schools. On Oct. 18, CEOs or most-senior executives interested in participating will visit, teach and engage with students in the school system. One hundred are signed up, and it needs 80 more.
New Program Invites CEOs To Spend A Day At Local Schools
August 2, 2019
Local business people have the opportunity to receive a unique look at area schools this fall thanks to a new program.
Hooper: Butler partners with Hillsborough Schools to launch CEOs in Schools program
July 22, 2019
For three years, Vistra CEO Brian Butler lent counsel to the faculty and staff of Mort Elementary School. Now he’s trying to help other business leaders make a difference.
CEOs in Schools: Connecting Today’s Executives with Tomorrow’s Leaders
July 12, 2019
In a first of its kind program, local senior executives and CEOs will team up with the “CEO” at our schools – the principal – to see, hear and do the things that our public school teachers, staff and students experience every day.
CEOs In Schools Seeking Volunteers
June 4, 2019
Vistra Communications, in partnership with Hillsborough County Schools, is launching an initiative that brings CEOs from the Tampa Bay area into Hillsborough County schools for a day of volunteering. On October 18, 2019, nearly 180 CEOs will volunteer for a day at Hillsborough County elementary schools to make an impact in the lives of students and the community.
Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.
– Malcolm X
