September, 2011
Designed to Succeed: Davis Bews Design Group and Florida’s Incumbent Worker Training Grants
Founded in 1994, Davis Bews Design Group, Inc. has long tied business success to customer satisfaction. Now, with funding through Florida’s Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) grant program, the company will train 15 employees on new software that will help Davis Bews continue to deliver the accurate and dependable service its clients have come to expect. “It really is all about delivering the absolute best customer service possible,” attests Bryan Cripe, Strategic Projects Manager for Davis Bews. “The IWT grant will allow us to enhance our staff’s skills, leading to an even better experience for our clients.”
Oldsmar, Florida – Top of the Bay
With its rich history, strategic location in the Tampa Bay area, abundant recreational activities, and small town charm, the city of Oldsmar has much to offer its residents, visitors and business owners. Oldsmar is positioned between the “best of two worlds”: Metropolitan Tampa and the famed white sand Gulf Beaches of Pinellas County. The city is only 20 minutes from two international airports and centrally located to a variety of entertainment venues. This strategic location supports hundreds of office and industrial businesses with over 55,000 vehicles traveling daily through the city.
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Florida Defense & Technology Showcase, Nov. 8
Now in its fifth year, this event (previously the Pinellas Technology and Business Innovation Exchange), includes networking events, targeted matchmaking, and a tradeshow attended by approximately 200 contractors and subcontractors. Learn more at http://fdtshowcase.com, or contact Danielle Weitlauf at (727) 547-7340 or weitlaufd@tbinnovates.com. Sponsorship opportunities can be found here.
“Taking the Next Step” – WorkNet’s 5th Annual Business & Education Summit, Sept. 16
The mission of this no-cost event is to develop and promote partnerships between education and business. Each year, nearly 200 of Tampa Bay’s top executives and educational minds gather to discuss the needs of industry and collaborate on ways to further develop and retain a quality workforce. Join keynote speaker Dr. Barry Asmus as he discusses the “Six Unstoppable Trends” that are impacting America’s business and economy. Learn more about the program and sponsorship opportunities at http://bit.ly/jU59oG.
FEMA Updates for the Business Community
During hurricanes and natural disasters, FEMA is communicating directly to the private sector in an effort to keep the business community informed and prepared. Please sign up for these updates by sending an email to FEMA-NRCC-Private-Sector@dhs.gov or call 202-212-2240 to be added to FEMA Private Sector Representative’s NRCC Disaster Distribution.
Team Florida Trade Mission to Brazil, Oct. 23 – 27
Brazil is the seventh largest economy in the world and the most dynamic and prosperous economy in Latin America. Join Enterprise Florida for this trade mission to identify new prospects and expand your business in the Brazilian marketplace. The trip includes one-on-one pre-scheduled appointments, trade expo exposure and high-level networking opportunities. Brazil Market Entry Grants are available to qualified Florida producers, making the registration cost a fraction of its real market value.
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