Kudos to the St. Petersburg Downtown Partnership for their 2nd annual Downtown St. Pete Development Guide. This report highlights what we all know and love about St. Petersburg as a “sun-drenched, art-filled, metropolis... that embraces a creative energy that fuels entrepreneurship and outdoor living.” The report also features recent projects and those that will be coming soon.
The Innovation District, like the other surrounding districts, benefits the continued evolution of the downtown core. We have seen unique collaborations formed by existing businesses and residents, creative ideas fueled by new innovative companies and individuals, and increased investments in transportation and amenities.
To read the Guide click here
There are many quotes about innovation and how it is fostered. I have several hanging in my office. We recently looked to these as we were deciding the name for our new breakfast series. Our brainstorming kept coming back to the concept that ideas are the beginning - they create the "spark" that fuels innovation.
Congratulations to Sarah Gilbert, Chief Operating Officer of Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital for being named a 2024 BusinessWoman of the Year honoree. We are also thrilled that Sarah has recently joined the Board of Directors for the Innovation District.
Even with an extra day in the month, I am running late with the February newsletter. Its been a busy and exciting time. Last Tuesday we announced a new project - Catching the Blue Wave: Accelerating America’s Ocean Economy.