Higher Education, Higher Rewards: A Talent Strong Alachua County
About this Event
You are invited to an engaging breakfast focused on strengthening the economic future of Alachua County through higher education.
Whether it's an industry certification, associate, or bachelor's degree, new research shows increasing college readiness, enrollment, and completion could generate billions in economic gains for our region.
During the event, you'll:
- Review compelling county and regional data on the economic impact of increasing credential attainment
- Connect with business, education, and community leaders
- Explore successful education-to-workforce partnerships
- Identify concrete ways to strengthen Alachua County's talent pipeline
- Contribute to solutions that drive economic prosperity
Space is limited; register today! Invitees include leaders from:
- Business and industry
- Education
- Workforce development
- Community organizations
- Local and state government
Agenda
🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Doors open
Info: Breakfast and networking
🕑: 08:30 AM
Welcome
Host: Ian R. Fletcher
Info: Program opens with welcome remarks from Ian R. Fletcher, interim managing director of the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce.
Talent Strong Campaign
Host: Braulio Colón
Info: What it means to lead the campaign for a Talent Strong Florida, and introduction of the research, from Braulio Colón, executive director of the Florida College Access Network
🕑: 09:00 AM
Presentation: A Talent Strong Alachua County
Host: Dave Sobush
Info: Dive into the theme of today's session with Dave Sobush, director of research & policy at the Florida College Access Network, and Kimberly Lent Morales, director of research & evaluation at Helios Education Foundation.
🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Q &A and Call to Action
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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