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State of the Region 2026

Understand the Issues. Impact the Community.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Hyatt Regency Coconut Point


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What is State of the Region?


State of the Region will feature speakers, panelists, and experts from across Florida to explore innovative solutions that enhance housing affordability, workforce readiness, and water quality, highlighting how technology can drive meaningful, lasting impact for Southwest Florida.


Housing Innovation

Discover how technology can make housing more attainable for Southwest Florida’s local workforce, helping to create stronger, more connected communities.

Automation

Gain insight into how technology can be leveraged to close the skills gap, preparing workers for a data-driven, automated economy. 

Data Driven Projection

Learn how innovation and data science are being used to safeguard Southwest Florida’s most critical resource, water, ensuring a resilient future for the region. 

Event Speakers


Richard Stern Headshot

Richard Stern

The Heritage Foundation

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Syd Kitson

Kitson and Partners 

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Tyler Kitson 

Kitson and Partners

Denise Carlin Headshot

Denise Carlin

The School District of
Lee County 

Tiffany Esposito Headshot

Tiffany Esposito 

SWFL Inc.


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