Pam Downing, account manager at Tampa Electric, and David Osterweil, founder and CEO, Fitlife Foods
When Hurricane Milton struck in 2024, Fitlife Foods—a company known for preparing healthy, portion-controlled meals—faced a major setback.
Its Plant City Culinary Center lost power for days, halting production and delaying meal deliveries to customers and community partners like Feeding Tampa Bay.
Once power was restored, Fitlife asked us one critical question: How can we prevent this from happening again?
The answer: collaboration.
Tampa Electric partnered with Fitlife to strengthen reliability and reduce downtime in future storms. While no system is stormproof, planning and communication make a big difference—and together, we developed strategies to help keep their operations running when it matters most.
Your Business, Our Priority
Tampa Electric's Account Management Program ensures businesses have 24/7 support, even during storms. Account managers work from our Emergency Control Center to provide real-time updates and coordinate restoration efforts.
"The entire Fitlife Foods team sincerely thanks Tampa Electric and its account management team for their commitment to understanding our operations and the vital role reliable power plays in serving our community,” said David Osterweil, founder and CEO of Fitlife Foods. “We value the collaborative approach and look forward to continuing this strong partnership to support our shared goals and the community we serve."
Build a More Resilient Business
Fitlife Foods’ story shows what’s possible when businesses and utilities work together. We’re committed to helping you stay resilient and focused on what matters most—serving your customers.
Is your business ready for the next storm? We can help you find out.
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