I’m happy you’re here! 😊

I’m Angela Ramirez, a professional social media geek on a mission to bring government communications into the digital age.

I believe in the power of social media to help organizations define their identity, tell their story, and create informed, proud and connected communities online.

Tampa is that home--and it's so much more. As the Communications Strategist for the City of Tampa, I've had a front-row seat of the amazing growth in this city and the resilient spirit of our community. I am passionate about telling Tampa's story and creating meaningful connections with residents--keeping them informed and finding new and innovative ways to inspire a sense of city pride.

When I started as an intern for the City of Tampa, my goal was to get the City's Instagram account to 1,000 followers. 1,000 engaged residents who have a direct connection to their city. We held a little party when we got there. Fast forward less than 5 years later, and we were celebrating 100,000 followers. We achieved this milestone through constant engagement, embracing new trends and thinking outside the box to create an online presence.

Over the past 5 years, I've also connected with other government communicators to learn best practices in the industry and break the mold of what government communications looks like in the digital age. This career has opened my eyes to the important, unique and challenging role of government communicators. WE are the boots on the ground keeping residents informed through hurricanes and other natural disasters, through the COVID-19 pandemic, through victories and hardships big and small that forever shape the footprint and identity of our cities.

It's safe to say that I'm Tampa's biggest fan. And it's also safe to say that I'm a major social media nerd. When I put the two together, I've found my professional purpose: I want to help government communicators everywhere leverage the power of social media to connect with their residents.

About Me

Growing up as a military child, I was always looking for a place to call home.

Between changing schools and moving states (and countries), I turned to social media as a way to stay connected with family and friends around the globe. Little did I know that my countless hours scrolling social media would lead me to an exciting career and a place to finally call home.

Government doesn't have to be stiff and boring.

Government communicators have the power to define their city's identity and to tell their city's story.

Let's tell the story of cities we are proud to call home.

Awards & Recognitions

  • Winner of the Government Social Media Conference Golden Post Award for LinkedIn Presence on behalf of the City of Tampa.

    Finalist for the Golden Post Award for Instagram Presence.

  • A tweet from the City of Tampa was featured in the NHL Twitter Hall of Fame following the Tampa Bay Lightning’s back to back Stanley Cup victories.

  • Winner of the Government Social Media Conference Golden Post Award for Best Instagram Presence on behalf of the City of Tampa.

  • Winner of the Government Social Media Conference Golden Post Award for Best Use of Social Media in a Crisis for the City of Tampa’s social media efforts during Hurrican Ian.