Why is Downtown Jacksonville critical to Northeast Florida's Growth?

Learn about the $6 billion-PLUS in the development pipeline, hear about current market trends, and see updates on projects coming out of the ground from Brooklyn and LaVilla to the Sports & Entertainment District and Southbank, and get a feel for what's happening with Downtown development.

Linzee Ott is the CEO of Build Up Downtown, a nonprofit dedicated to facilitating smart development, preservation, and great public spaces in Downtown; educating the community about developments, project updates, and activities within Downtown; and collaborating on community-wide efforts for Downtown revitalization.

A Jacksonville native, Ott has extensive public service and nonprofit experience. Before joining Build Up Downtown, she spent nearly eight years as the Director of Community Impact for the Jacksonville State Attorney's Office—the office’s first position dedicated solely to community outreach. Her legislative experience includes several roles in Tallahassee, and an internship in Washington D.C. She earned dual bachelor’s degrees from Florida State University.

Ott is an Emeritus Director of the San Marco Preservation Society and the current chair of the Downtown Development Review Board.

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Kick things off with this month’s Icebreaker question!

What's the most memorable property or home you've ever worked on?

2025 Charity - Big Brothers, Big Sisters Northeast Florida

We are thrilled to announce Big Brothers Big Sisters as our Charity of the Year! This incredible organization has been a beacon of hope, mentorship, and inspiration for decades, empowering young people to realize their full potential. By fostering meaningful, one-on-one relationships between mentors and mentees, Big Brothers Big Sisters creates lasting bonds that not only transform individual lives but also strengthen communities. Their mission aligns perfectly with our commitment to making a positive impact.

Through their programs, children and teens are given the tools, guidance, and encouragement to dream big and achieve their goals. Together, we can support this vital cause and help shape a brighter future for the next generation. Let’s make this year about giving back, making a difference, and standing together for change.

50/50 Tickets will be sold. You can purchase 50/50 tickets at online registration.

NARPM JAX will be sharing our Portion of 50/50 from all our meetings and placing a collection bowl all year at our welcome table for

$10 for 25 tickets

$20 for 50 tickets

Before Nov 13, 2025 - 5:00pm

Members $25

Non-Members $35

Affiliates Free

After Nov 13, 2025 - 5:00pm

Members $35

Non-Members $45

Affiliates Free

Deadline to Register,Nov 19, 2025

5:00pm

Lunch will be provided

No Refunds will be given

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