Downtown Bakersfield Symposium Mid-Day Session

Welcome to the Downtown Bakersfield Symposium Mid-Day Session!

Join us at The Ovation Theatre for an exciting afternoon of discussions, networking, and learning. This in-person event is your chance to connect with fellow professionals, share ideas, and gain valuable insights.

Our lineup of speakers and panelists will cover a range of topics relevant to downtown Bakersfield, from urban development to community engagement. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation and contribute to the future of our city.

Speaker Lineup:

Steven Sanders, Kern County Superintendent of Schools- "KCSOS and Downtown- A Decades-long Love Affair"

Jeremy Tobias, Community Action Partnership- "Why Downtown? CAPK Chose downtown for administrative office move."

Emilio Huerta, The Dolores Huerta Foundation- "Dolores Huerta Peace and Justice Cultural Center."

• Ray McPherson, California Housing Partnership- "Building an Inclusive Urban Core: Prioritizing Affordable Housing"
• Ian Sharples, California Housing Partnership- " Finding Funding Sources for Sustainable Affordable Housing"
• Austin and Anna Smith, Sage Equities- "Downtown Living"

Host or Publisher The Hub of Bakersfield