Focus St. Pete is a community orientation program for executives and involved residents, who are eager to establish civic relationships and learn more about the inner workings of their community with a minimum expenditure of time.
The goal is to use our overarching theme “The Economics of St. Pete: An Introduction” to explore how all topics covered relate and are interconnected to the overall economic development/redevelopment and quality of life to St. Petersburg’s diverse city and community. Throughout your participation, we hope to:
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
Candidates generally occupy key positions in their organizations, are new to the area or have accepted new or expanded responsibilities. Spouses/Significant Others are encouraged to enroll.
THE PROGRAM EXAMINES:
Workforce Development, Higher Education, The Arts, Environment, Law Enforcement, Health Care and Economic Development.
FOCUS ST. PETE is a day and a half experience. The 2007 program was as follows:
DAY ONE - Tampa Bay Watch, Inc.
BREAKFAST WITH THE MAYOR * HIGHER EDUCATION * WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT * LAW ENFORCEMENT LUNCH * HEALTH CARE * ENVIRONMENT * THE ARTS
DAY TWO - Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club
CLASS BREAKFAST * ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT * BUS TOUR OF ST. PETERSBURG & DEVELOPMENT HOTSPOTS
FOCUS ST. PETE is a dynamic program that offers many opportunities for its participants. The cost is $275 for Chamber Members, $299 for Potential Member and $99 for Spouses/Significant Others. The fee includes all meals and tours.
Please contact
Jessica Eilerman at 727.388.0682 with questions.
