7.30 - 8..30am |
Continental Breakfast and Registration (included in conference pass) |
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9.10 - 9.50am |
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9.50am - 10.10am |
Morning Break |
10.10am - 11.10am |
Track 1 - Business Essentials : B2B Entrepreneurship |
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In today’s technological age, there are more opportunities than ever for businesses. This topic explores the opportunities, realities, limitations and capabilities of Business-to-Business (B2B) technologies. The panel features experts who have successfully lead their companies to new heights by addressing underserved markets and developing cutting-edge strategies for Florida’s Gulf Coast and beyond.
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11.10am - 12.10pm |
Track 2 - Economic Development Roundtable: People, Location, Productivity & Inspiration |
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A community that meets the needs of its entrepreneurs to grow their businesses translates into a more vibrant and stable community. Critical to a community development strategy is the dedication of resources to develop and promote new businesses within the region. Small businesses stimulate job creation, develop crucial innovations and promote the diversification of the economic base. Learn from local leaders who are developing the economic development strategies that affect your business and the region as a whole. |
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12.10pm - 1.10pm |
Lunch (catered by Hyatt - included in conference pass) |
1.00pm - 2.00pm |
Track 3 - Business Leaders: A View from the Top |
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Panelists from the financial, manufacturing, out-sourcing, real estate and retail sectors will provide executive insight into the Gulf Coast’s most pressing issues. Get it from the top, as our C-Level panel discusses the present and future of local business and the economy. |
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2.10pm - 3.10pm |
Track 4 - Technology Implementation: How to Incorporate Solutions That Provide Value and ROI |
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The world’s greatest technology, improperly applied, can be the death-knell to your business. Learn to avoid costly mistakes by tuning in to our implementation experts. This panel will provide real-world accounts on how to implemented technology solutions that successfully affected their bottom line. Integration examples such as marketing applications, wireless, database management and voice over internet protocol (VoIP) will be discussed. |
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3.10pm - 3.30pm |
Afternoon Break |
3.30pm - 4.10pm |
Track 5 - Marketing: Digital, Traditional & Best-of-Breed |
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The web is a critical component of an integrated marketing and media strategy. Over the past decade, the role of the Internet has evolved dramatically. Today we have a better understanding of what works and what doesn’t. This track will feature perspective who’s creative concepts merged with technological innovation bring new life to traditional and non-traditional brands via the web. Learn what tools impact marketing, media coverage and how to get your brand noticed in a sea of brand bombardment. |
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4.10pm - 4.30pm |
Closing Remarks & Networking Reception |
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| * Schedule is subject to change |
