You are cordially invited to join us for the 46th Annual EOD Gala, hosted by the Pinellas County Urban League. This year, we celebrate our theme of "Honoring The Past. Treasuring The Present. Shaping The Future".

For over four decades, the Pinellas County Urban League has been a pillar of the community, empowering African-American families and individuals to achieve social inclusion, educational competitiveness, and economic prosperity. We do this by offering a range of programs and services that foster personal growth, career development, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, civic engagement, and more.

Join us as we come together to honor our past achievements, treasure our present opportunities, and shape our future community. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023
Time: VIP Reception at 6pm
Venue: Hilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park
Address: 950 Lake Carillon Drive, St. Petersburg, FL 33716

During the event, you will have the opportunity to witness the profound impact of our work and the inspiring stories of our program participants. We are grateful for the support of our sponsors and invite you to become a part of our future success.

Reserve your seat today and help us continue our mission of empowering our community. We look forward to seeing you at the gala!

Join the City of St. Petersburg’s 1st Annual Supplier Diversity Day, hosted by the Office of Supplier Diversity. This event celebrates the importance of supplier diversity and aims to connect local businesses with procurement opportunities. Whether you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, or simply interested in supporting local diversity, this event is for you.

You'll have the chance to connect with those who are committed to fostering an inclusive business environment. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to expand your network, gain valuable insights, and contribute to the growth of our local economy.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Educational opportunities - keynote speakers; engaging panel discussions; informative breakout sessions

• Networking and relationship building - interactive vendor exhibits showcasing contracting opportunities; business-to-business matchmaking; City officials, procurement analyst, and industry leaders on site

• Light breakfast, snacks, and lunch provided

• Door prizes and more

EVENT REGISTRATION
If you are a small business owner, entrepreneur, or simply interested in supporting local diversity and would like to attend the event, please register here.

AGENCY PANEL DISCUSSION
If you are seeking an opportunity to contract with local institutions, this is a panel discussion you do not want to miss! Grab some lunch and a seat, because this is sure to give you the insight, tools, and resources you need to be bid-ready! 

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

• "Are You Ready to Bid?" - This session focuses on the bidding process and some common practices businesses should know to prepare in bidding on contracts with municipalities.

• "Doing Business with the City" - A session with a focus on how bids are scored and what most committees are looking for when reviewing proposals.

• "Grow Business in St. Pete - Impacts for Small & Diverse Businesses" - A preview of resources and tools available to new, existing, and scaling businesses.

• "The Power of Networking" - Connecting with other businesses and building rapport to grow your business.

• “Building Your Bankability” - The emphasis of this session, led by Suncoast Federal Credit Union, focuses on fostering business banking relationships through the eyes of the underwriter.

CAREER SEEKERS: Check out the First Responders Career & Resource Fair! Our community partners Pinellas County Urban League and St Pete Works are partnering to help local police, fire, and other public first responder agencies fill record vacancies in their workforces.

This is your chance to connect with dozens of agencies and organizations who are hiring in #pinellascounty. Meet with hiring managers, learn about open positions, and take the first step on your journey to a rewarding career in public safety.

Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Time: 11 AM to 2 PM

Location: SPC Allstate Center, 3200 34th St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711

Admission: FREE

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