Alison Barlow, Executive Director, Innovation District St. Pete, April 2024
Episode 7381, Apr 09, 08:51 PM
RadioStPete INSIDER news director Nanette Wiser shines a light on Alison Barlow, Executive Director the Innovation District in St. Petersburg where all the STEM and cool marine and medical research and programs live! Barlow translates big concepts into clear, concise ideas for the public. Barlow highlighted what’s new and interesting about The District’s partners including the ARK Innovation Center, City of St. Pete, Dali Museum, Duke Energy, Floria Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, Maritime and Defense Technology Hub, NOAA Fisheries Southeast Regional Office, Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital, Poynter Institute, U.S. Geological Survey, USF College of Marine Science, U.S. Coast Guard, USF St. Pete. Collaborative meetings, TED-like talks, public events showcasing Science and Marine innovations, Math Festivals, networking events (Innovation X-change April 24@8am at The Library), a Trolley Tour of the district (May 17) and more. Sign up for the newsletter. https://www.stpeteinnovationdistrict.com
HISTORY In 2014, the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of St. Petersburg collaborated to create an economic development strategy focused on equity and “smart growth.” This Grow Smarter strategy targets five industry sectors primed for growth and development in St. Petersburg: Marine & Life Science, Data Analytics, Specialized Manufacturing, Creative Arts & Design and Financial Services. The St. Pete Innovation District has established six pillars of effort that align to the target industries, as well as emphasize the critical importance of education and entrepreneurship in our growth.
ABOUT HER WORK @ The Innovation District • Guiding the strategic direction of the Innovation District and its portfolio of research, technology, and workforce development initiatives. • Leading economic development activities including entrepreneurial incubation and business recruitment that benefit the Innovation District, its members and the St. Petersburg community.
• Launched and currently managing the Maritime and Defense Technology Hub, shared space for small businesses and others. • Building the physical infrastructure of the Innovation District that cultivates cross-sector relationships.
• Facilitating formal and informal networking, including events and work groups to encourage collaboration and the creation of new capabilities and economic opportunities. • Guiding the strategic direction of the Innovation District and its portfolio of research, technology, and workforce development initiatives. • Leading economic development activities including entrepreneurial incubation and business recruitment that benefit the Innovation District, its members and the St. Petersburg community. • Launched and currently managing the Maritime and Defense Technology Hub, shared space for small businesses and others. • Building the physical infrastructure of the Innovation District that cultivates cross-sector relationships. • Facilitating formal and informal networking, including events and work groups to encourage collaboration and the creation of new capabilities and economic opportunities. #allisonbarlow #innovationdistrict #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #nanettewiser
HISTORY In 2014, the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of St. Petersburg collaborated to create an economic development strategy focused on equity and “smart growth.” This Grow Smarter strategy targets five industry sectors primed for growth and development in St. Petersburg: Marine & Life Science, Data Analytics, Specialized Manufacturing, Creative Arts & Design and Financial Services. The St. Pete Innovation District has established six pillars of effort that align to the target industries, as well as emphasize the critical importance of education and entrepreneurship in our growth.
ABOUT HER WORK @ The Innovation District • Guiding the strategic direction of the Innovation District and its portfolio of research, technology, and workforce development initiatives. • Leading economic development activities including entrepreneurial incubation and business recruitment that benefit the Innovation District, its members and the St. Petersburg community.
• Launched and currently managing the Maritime and Defense Technology Hub, shared space for small businesses and others. • Building the physical infrastructure of the Innovation District that cultivates cross-sector relationships.
• Facilitating formal and informal networking, including events and work groups to encourage collaboration and the creation of new capabilities and economic opportunities. • Guiding the strategic direction of the Innovation District and its portfolio of research, technology, and workforce development initiatives. • Leading economic development activities including entrepreneurial incubation and business recruitment that benefit the Innovation District, its members and the St. Petersburg community. • Launched and currently managing the Maritime and Defense Technology Hub, shared space for small businesses and others. • Building the physical infrastructure of the Innovation District that cultivates cross-sector relationships. • Facilitating formal and informal networking, including events and work groups to encourage collaboration and the creation of new capabilities and economic opportunities. #allisonbarlow #innovationdistrict #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #nanettewiser