Queer Tampa Bay Then & Now: How Dave Borman Built a Platform That Shaped Tampa’s LGBTQ+ Community

In this vibrant episode of The Skittle Squad Podcast, we sit down with Dave Borman, the visionary behind TampaBayGay.com, a platform built to inform, connect, and celebrate queer life across the Tampa Bay region.Dave shares the origin story of the site and how it grew from a simple resource into a cornerstone for LGBTQ+  connection.  This episode explores: - Why a consistent email list is essential for engagement - How personal outreach builds loyalty and connection - Using storytelling and authenticity in your communication - The surprising ways client relationships can evolve - How online engagement can lead to real-world growth - The value of networking rooted in sincerity - Why relationship-focused marketing outperforms everything elseThis feel-good, business-smart episode blends strategy with heart and proves that sometimes, the smallest messages can make the biggest impact.