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What's happening? Tons.Supporting Additional Winter Haven Community Investment
On September 5, 2018, the Winter Haven Sun published our opinion piece supporting additional community investment proposed for Winter Haven. Click the link here, or you can read it below. Winter Haven Economic Development Council Supports Additional Community...
Historic Women’s Air Race Includes Winter Haven Pilot
In a previous post, we shared some of the economic benefits of having a general aviation airport in our community. Today, we’ll share another of those direct impacts – this time with a bit of a twist. First, did you know that there is an annual all-women cross-country...
Winter Haven City Commission Approves Industrial Development Zones
Last month, we shared details about newly established Opportunity Zones in the City of Winter Haven. As of May 29, 2018, some of those same areas now have an additional zone designation – Industrial Development Zone. The Winter Haven City Commission unanimously...
Winter Haven area gets 6 “Opportunity Zone” Designations
The federal Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017 created the opportunity for state Governors to designate up to 25% of the Low-Income Census Tracts in each state as "Opportunity Zones". On Thursday, April 19, 2018 Governor Scott released his list of Florida Opportunity...
Smart Partnership, Smart Community
Imagine an innovative community that embraces new technologies, new residents and cutting-edge opportunities. While Winter Haven already fits that description, a new Smart Communities Assessment will recommend more ways to move forward, thanks to a recent partnership...
CityWorks(X)po Florida Begins April 4!
Great ideas are right around the corner at the 2018 CityWorks(X)po Florida! Held in Winter Haven from April 4-6, this year’s (X)po once again features incredible speakers during the day, and high-energy events in the evening. We look forward to welcoming attendees and...
CityWorks(X)po Florida Returns to Winter Haven for Third Year
The third annual CityWorks(X)po Florida is coming to Winter Haven April 4-6, 2018, and this year’s lineup of speakers is sure to inspire attendees with thought-provoking presentations and engaging dialog. The evening schedule includes special networking opportunities...
CityWorks(X)po Florida is Almost Here!
The excitement is building as we get closer to the 2017 CityWorks(X)po Florida on April 6-7! Get ready to hear from an incredible speaker lineup, connect with other attendees and enjoy high-energy evening events. The (X)po also gives us the opportunity to showcase all...
CityWorks(X)po Florida Returns to Winter Haven
The second annual CityWorks(X)po Florida is coming to Winter Haven April 6-7, 2017, and you won’t want to miss this year’s lineup of speakers. In addition to thought-provoking presentations and engaging dialog during the day, you’ll enjoy evening networking...
Winter Haven Airport Flying High
As you drive by the Winter Haven Municipal Airport, you’ll likely see one of the many planes taking off or landing. Chances are, the aircraft flying by may be seaplanes. But did you know that there are more than 80,000 flight operations per year supported by the...