The Tampa Bay Defense Alliance (TBDA) was formed in 2012 to champion our defense community by connecting civilians to the military. The TBDA represents an eight-county region covering Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota, Manatee, Hernando, and Citrus. Speaking as One Team with One Voice, TBDA collaborates with our community partners on issues of importance to the defense and military communities in our region. The TBDA promotes a collaborative and engaging environment that vigorously supports a robust and growing defense community. United in actions, they are a forum of strategic thinkers that provide vital linkage to all organizations supporting our military personnel and their families.