Guest Sara Hand from BarCamp

I wanted to make sure that you had a personal invitation from me to the Economic Development discussion this weekend at the new Bradenton Riverwalk.

We have gotten some great media coverage and just had the High Tech Corridor come on as a significant supporter this last week.

What are they saying about Riverwalk 2013: Summit? Conference Hopes to Spark Manatee

More Spark Growth Economic Summit Press Fest for resurgent community

The Spark Growth: Riverwalk 2013 Economic Development Summit has been referred to as One of the most far reaching events of its type in our area, it sets the stage for future large scale initiatives to promote Economic Development and technology industry growth.

Here is what we will cover during the day:

Regional leaders examine current trends in disruptive technology and business models in a series of panel discussions. Keynote by Jim Stikeleather, Chief Innovation Officer of Dell.

Disruptive Technologies and Disruptive Business Models: In a perfect economy where is growth and return?”

Home grown tech: What is coming out of Florida Universities and What some companies are doing about it

Entrepreneurial Microclimates: Our secret weapon

From funding resources, technology transfer and commercialization, why Florida and why now to entrepreneurial micro-climates; don’t miss this interesting look at our burgeoning Florida eco-system.

Admission day and the evening waterfront reception are $85, more information: sparkgrowth.net.