FOCUS St. Pete

FOCUS St. Pete presented by Synovus is a community orientation program for professionals who are eager to establish civic relationships and learn more about the inner workings of the community with a minimum expenditure of time. The program is sponsored by the Leadership St. Pete Alumni Association and the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce®.

OBJECTIVES:
– Broaden professionals’ working knowledge of the community
– Acquaint participants with formal and informal decision-making
– Inform participants about the issues and challenges facing the city
– Provide direction for participants to become engaged in community affairs

WHO SHOULD APPLY?
Professionals (and their spouses/partners) from both the private and public sectors. Candidates generally occupy key positions in their organizations and are new to the area or have accepted new or expanded responsibilities.

THE PROGRAM EXAMINES:
– The history of the St. Petersburg area
– The issues and challenges of the present and future
– The leadership of our community
– The opportunities facing our community

FOCUS St. Pete is limited to 35 participants. The cost is $300 per participant and $100 for a spouse/partner. The fee includes all meals and tours. Spouses/partners are encouraged to enroll.

For further information contact: Brittany Walsh (727) 388-2916 or bwalsh@stpete.com.

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