Each month our team confers about what to include in the District newsletter. We lament how to share all the amazing stories while not creating an encyclopedia (yes, I am showing by age with an old school reference). We are fortunate to have so many things going on in the District.
This month is no different. We chose to highlight accomplishments across our partners… and to share four upcoming events. Through the generous support of our anchor institutions and sponsors we can keep the costs of these events low or free. I encourage you to join us.
I am headed soon to the first Global Summit of Innovation Districts. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to visit Districts around the country. This will be the first time a large group of Districts have come together. I am looking forward to learning how they are organized, the challenges they face, and the tools/techniques they are using to foster innovation and economic growth in their communities. I’ll share some highlights of what I learn in our next newsletter.
Have a great month! I look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events.
Alison Barlow
Executive Director
The St. Pete Innovation District Master Plan received the 2026 Future of the Region Award for Built Environment at the 32nd Annual Future of the Region Awards
In the weeks following the devastating fire at the USF College of Marine Science lab, the St. Petersburg community proved that resilience is strongest when people come together
The Pole Star Defense team recently completed a volunteer day with Habitat for Humanity, rolling up their sleeves to support the community through hands-on work