Higher Education, Higher Rewards: A Talent Strong Pasco Hernando

Fri Apr 24 2026 at 08:00 am to 10:00 am UTC-04:00

Elks Lodge 2582 | Brooksville

Florida College Access Network
Publisher/HostFlorida College Access Network
Higher Education, Higher Rewards: A Talent Strong Pasco Hernando
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Join Pasco-Hernando leaders for breakfast to explore how increasing college enrollment could generate billions in economic gains.
About this Event

You are invited to an engaging breakfast focused on strengthening the economic future of Pasco and Hernando counties through higher education.

Whether it's an industry certification, associate, or bachelor's degree, new research shows increasing college readiness, enrollment, and completion could generate billions in economic gains for our region.


During the event, you'll:

  • Review compelling county and regional data on the economic impact of increasing credential attainment
  • Connect with business, education, and community leaders
  • Explore successful education-to-workforce partnerships
  • Identify concrete ways to strengthen Pasco-Hernando's talent pipeline
  • Contribute to solutions that drive economic prosperity

Space is limited - register today! Invitees include leaders from:

  • Business and industry
  • Education
  • Workforce development
  • Community organizations
  • Local and state government

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Agenda

๐Ÿ•‘: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Doors open

Info: Breakfast and networking


๐Ÿ•‘: 08:30 AM
Welcome
Host: Marlene Spalten

Info: Program opens with welcome remarks from Marlene Spalten, president and CEO of the Community Foundation Tampa Bay


Talent Strong Campaign
Host: Braulio Colรณn

Info: What it means to lead the campaign for a Talent Strong Florida, and introduction of the research, from Braulio Colรณn, executive director of the Florida College Access Network


Spark Pasco Hernando
Host: Jennifer Batchelor

Info: Spark Pasco Hernando's mission, vision and impact.


๐Ÿ•‘: 09:15 AM
Presentation: Talent Strong Pasco Hernando Research & Data
Host: Dave Sobush

Info: Dive into the theme of today's session with Dave Sobush, director of research & policy at the Florida College Access Network, and Kimberly Lent Morales, director of research & evaluation at Helios Education Foundation.


๐Ÿ•‘: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Q &A and Call to Action
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Elks Lodge 2582, 13383 County Line Road, Brooksville, United States

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