DEAR FRIENDS,

We are proud to report that in 2022 we continued to build on our momentum with immediate successes and an exciting vision for the future. As we drew even more guests and expanded conservation and learning programs, we also took a major step forward in creating the world-class aquarium Tampa Bay deserves by unveiling our largest capital expansion project in 28 years.

Thanks to the hard work and commitment of our staff, volunteers and Board, bolstered by the encouragement and support from our guests, donors and community, we continued to break records, achieve scientific firsts and provide the very best animal care. Some highlights:

• We set another attendance record in in 2022, welcoming nearly 925,000 guests.

• We announced a $40-million capital project, the first major expansion to include new animal habitats since the Aquarium opened in 1995.

• We continued to chart our path toward net zero carbon emissions and conducted our first greenhouse emissions inventory.

• Our education programs grew in areas including camps, sleepovers and community outreach.

• We launched a new underwater experience, SeaTREK, which breaks down barriers and stereotypes and allows more people to venture underwater, many for the very first time.

• Six new African penguins arrived.

These are just a few of this year’s highlights. Read on for an enjoyable review as we reached new heights and announced an ambitious vision for an even brighter future.

Roger Germann Kimberly Bruce President and CEO Chair of the Board of Directors