The original purpose of the Capital Tiger Bay Club, founded in 1971, was to provide a non-partisan forum on current political issues and listen to the views of newsmakers and opinion leaders of the day. Monthly luncheons are scheduled at the convenience of the speaker.
Local leaders, state leaders, Governors, U.S. Senators and Congressional Members, and the occasional Presidental candidate have made the Capital Tiger Bay Club a critical step—or misstep—in their pursuit of political power and influence.
Founding board members invited Democrats, Republicans, liberals and conservatives who shared a passion for politics. The club has never endorsed political candidates nor advocated a particular ideology. It has always welcomed groundbreaking ideas, passionate ideologues, and insightful discussions; the more outrageous, the better.
Irreverent humor, sharp introductions, and the occasional roasting of members and guests are the mark of a good meeting. If laughter is good medicine, then the members of the Capital Tiger Bay Club can expect to lead long lives.
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Capital Tiger Bay Club: Florida’s Wrongful Death Act with Attorneys Andrew S. Bolin, and Dana BrooksSecond Judicial Circuit Judge Terry Lewis moderated a panel discussion of wrongful death litigation, Florida tort reform and the seemingly endless battle between insurance companies and trial attorneys. Panelists for that lively conversation consisted of Tallahassee attorneys Andy Bolin and Dana Brooks, representing two perspectives on a complex issue.
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As assistant state attorney for Florida's Second Judicial Circuit, Georgia Cappleman has had many fascinating cases. But only the murder of Florida State University Law Professor Dan Markel and the intricate web of malice and revenge that led to his death lifted her to national prominence as the lead prosecutor. She shares many riveting tales of how that case has impacted her personal and professional life with Tiger Bay Club members.
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The steady ascendancy of the GOP in Florida over the past generation was explained by Republican Party of Florida Chairman Evan Power and Executive Director Bill Helmich. Their discussion of the State of the Florida GOP included some redistricting math, what flipped Miami-Dade red and a prediction of a five-seat congressional pickup in Florida during the 2026 midterms.
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On September 18, 2025, the Capital Tiger Bay Club heard from former Florida Congressman David Jolly. His talk included multiple topics, such as affordability, school choice, public health and the future of Florida’s political landscape.
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First as a Florida state senator, then as a Palm Beach County state's attorney, Dave Aronberg fought long and hard against the so-called "pill mills" that indiscriminately dispenses dangerous opioids in Florida. Now, he's set his sights on exposing the many fraudulent "addiction recovery facilities" in the state. He shares that campaign with members of the Capital Tiger Bay Club.
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In a deeply red state, what can Florida Democrats do to remain politically relevant on both the state and national levels? POLITICO's Gary Fineout moderates a lively discussion on that score with panelists Beth Matuga, Ryan Ray, and Ashley Walker.
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Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd has long been considered one of Florida’s most outspoken law enforcers. His “tell it like it is” approach has won him lots of fans, as well as more than a few critics. But it also seems he has an unexpected degree of compassion and flexibility when it comes to individual situations. That was the essence of his message to members of the Capital Tiger Bay Club during the group’s luncheon meeting of June 13.
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Will he or won't he? That was the question puzzling members of the Capital Tiger Bay Club on May 14. The guest speaker was nationally known personal injury lawyer John Morgan and speculation about his possible announcement to jump into the 2026 Florida governor's race had been running rampant. You'll just have to hear his talk to find out what he said.
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The Capital Tiger Bay Club heard from Florida Senate Minority Leader, Senator Jason Pizzo (D-Hollywood) on Friday, January 24 at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. Senator Pizzo talked about the post-2024 election cycle and the pre-2025 legislative session.
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The incumbent in Florida's State Senate District 3, Republican Corey Simon, and Democratic challenger Daryl Parks square off in one of their very few appearances together. The two candidates and their supporters have spent vast amounts of money on attack ads, but their debate before members of the Capital Tiger Bay Club was surprisingly affable for the most part.