Good Afternoon! As you know FEDC started our new year July 1st. I would like to introduce you to the FEDC Board of Directors that have so graciously agreed to help drive our aggressive business plan implementation. Executive Committee Board Chair – Bob Swindell Chair-Elect – Lynn Pitts Immediate Past Chair – Mike Meidel VC Finance – Bill Neron VC Advocacy – Cathy Chambers VC Membership – Beth Kirkland VC Professional Development – Tammie Nemecek VC Marketing & Communications – Shannon … [Read more...]

Good Afternoon, This week FEDC held a regional event in the Tampa Bay Region: Economic Development and Elected Officials. The event was attended by 66 people including elected officials from cities, counties and the state level. The event was a huge success with thanks to FEDC Regional Director, Suzanne Christman and those who helped prepare for the event. A very special thank you to the sponsors, Florida High Tech Corridor Council, Tampa Bay Partnership and Duke Energy! Your continued support … [Read more...]

Good Afternoon, Please join me in welcoming FEDC’s 2014-15 Regional Directors: Northwest – Ed Gardner North Central – Jeff Hendry Northeast – Ed Randolph Tampa Bay – Suzanne Christman South Central – Tracy Whirls East Central – Marc Hoenstine Southwest – Lucienne Pears Southeast – Pete Tesch As you know FEDC has a very aggressive business plan for more regional events and education this year. Our Regional Directors are the face for FEDC in your respective regions and we are so thrilled to … [Read more...]

Good Afternoon, Please join me in welcoming FEDC’s 2014-15 Regional Directors: Northwest – Ed Gardner North Central – Jeff Hendry Northeast – Ed Randolph Tampa Bay – Suzanne Christman South Central – Tracy Whirls East Central – Marc Hoenstine Southwest – Lucienne Pears Southeast – Pete Tesch As you know FEDC has a very aggressive business plan for more regional events and education this year. Our Regional Directors are the face for FEDC in your respective regions and we are so thrilled … [Read more...]

Good Afternoon, FEDC kicked off our new fiscal year this month. There are several "new year" activities we are working on and want to share with you. First, we just sent out dues renewals for FY2015 (July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015). Thank you for your continued membership! We also ask that you take a moment today to notify us of any changes in the members that are part of the FEDC member list. We want to be sure we have the most up-to-date information to ensure accuracy and that everyone is … [Read more...]

Good Afternoon, FEDC kicked off our new fiscal year this month. There are several "new year" activities we are working on and want to share with you. First, we just sent out dues renewals for FY2015 (July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015). Thank you for your continued membership! We also ask that you take a moment today to notify us of any changes in the members that are part of the FEDC member list. We want to be sure we have the most up-to-date information to ensure accuracy and that everyone is … [Read more...]

Good Afternoon, It is almost time to renew your FEDC membership! Over the next few weeks you will receive the information you need to confirm your membership renewal. Please take this time to update staff member information, emails, websites, phone numbers, etc. This helps us ensure that all of your team receives membership benefits and has proper access to login for event registration. We are also celebrating the 2014 Florida Economic Development Council Award Winners! Today we posted all … [Read more...]