Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful 2025 Annual Awards Banquet

Hey Invictus Family,
It looks like I’ll be receiving some kind of award at this year’s Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful Annual Awards Luncheon on December 10th (11 AM – 1 PM).
This one really belongs to all of us. Every time Invictus shows up to a cleanup, helps at a KTBB event, or brings positive energy to the community, it reflects on what we stand for — teamwork, leadership, and giving back. Without the heart and support of this team, I wouldn’t even be in a position to receive something like this.
KTBB has had a big year — after 28 years of service, their Executive Director retired, and I helped with that transition while also serving as Chair of the Tropical Nights Charity Gala. But it’s the community work, the teamwork, and the Invictus spirit that really keep me inspired.
If you’re free, I’d love for you to come celebrate with me and share in this moment. When registering, please list your group as “Invictus Paddling Club” so they can seat everyone together.
👉 **Event Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-annual-awards-lunch-tickets-1918210211379?aff=oddtdtcreator**
Hope to see you there — it would mean a lot to have the team in the room for this one.

With gratitude and paddles up,
Capt. Jim Ellis