Building Blocks to Business Success

Join Us for a Lunch & Learn

Wednesday, August 20th from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Tampa Bay Innovation Center (1101 4th St. S)

St. Petersburg business owners are witnessing a powerful shift toward intentional investment and engagement with local entrepreneurs. Programs and policies are evolving to better reflect the needs, culture, and contributions of small and minority-owned businesses. Still, simply maintaining the status quo is not enough – now is the time to take deliberate steps towards progress.

Be part of a powerful panel discussion featuring business experts and community leaders as they share insights on growth, sustainability, and resiliency. This FREE event will also feature business resource vendors, networking opportunities, and complimentary lunch.

Space is limited — registration is required!

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Panel Topics:

  • Building Strategic Partnerships that Uplift: How to foster intentional collaborations that support and amplify Black-owned businesses.
  • Inclusive Marketing Without Missteps: Strategies for authentic outreach while offering platforms to under-resourced businesses.
  • Accessing Capital & Banking Opportunities: How minority-owned businesses can navigate today’s financial climate and tap into funding resources.
  • Finding Your “Yes”: Operational tools and mindset shifts to push past barriers and grow with clarity and purpose.
  • Team Building & Leadership: Best practices for building strong teams, developing leaders, and sustaining business success.

Panelists:

  • Toni Dunbar, Florida Central Credit Union

  • Michael Brody, Franchise Owner of Zaxby’s and Marco’s Pizza

  • Renee Edwards, Saturday Shoppes

  • Teresa Strong-Myrick, ActionCOACH Tampa Bay

  • Dr. Byron Green-Calisch, St. Pete Pride

  • Twanna Monroe, Infinite Potential Learning Center and Infinite Potential Learning Academy

In Sponsorships with:

Florida Central Credit Union (Gold Partner)

Suncoast Credit Union (Honorable Mention)