The Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University has selected the Central Florida Development Council’s (CFDC) innovative regional industry cluster study performed by SRI International as one of its national Bright Ideas awards. In its inaugural year, Bright Ideas is designed to recognize and share creative government initiatives throughout the country with interested public sector, nonprofit and academic … [Read more...]
Announcing the 2010/2011 Executive Committee
The executive committee is now comprised of six Vice Chairs serving the members, investors, and strategic partners: Professional Development: Courtney Curatolo, Director of Special Projects & Public Relations of Lykes Land Investments, Inc. Economic Development Advocacy: William Lambert, Hardee Country Economic Development Director. Marketing and Communications: Beth Kirkland, Executive Director of the Economic Development Council of Tallahassee/Leon County, Inc. Membership and … [Read more...]
Professional Development Opportunities Hosted by the Young Professionals
The FEDC Board of Directors and Economic Development Professionals throughout the state of Florida have formed the Young Professionals Program. The mission of the YP Program is to reach, teach and train the next generation of economic development professionals in the state of Florida with the tools, contact and education they need to carry the torch of their peers. In an effort to continue to make Florida a vibrant and economically sound place for business, education, and lifestyle the YP's … [Read more...]
Mobile Job Training Program Connects Companies Looking to Hire with Residents Looking for Work
Three area companies have found a way to streamline their hiring and training process with the help of the Florida Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP). Last week, Florida MEP, in partnership with the Economic Development Council of Collier County, wheeled its state-of-the-art Mobile Outreach Skills Training (M.O.S.T.®) unit into Naples where it set-up shop in the parking lot of the Haynes Corporation, a locally-based manufacturer of precision diesel fuel injection systems for heavy duty … [Read more...]
Deborah Wilkinson’s September Message
I am pleased to announce that there are two exciting changes taking place within the FEDC. First, we have relocated the FEDC office to the USF Research Center in Tampa, FL. By making a strategic decision to locate to a more central location in the state, we can better serve our membership and maintain our strong ties in Tallahassee to ensure a strong and vibrant Florida. We want to thank Dr. Judy Genshaft, President of the University of South Florida and Rod Casto, Ph.D., Executive … [Read more...]
