Greater Fort Myers Chamber's Jan. 14 luncheon to share insight on Lee County economic development

FORT MYERS, Fla. - Dec. 30, 2024 - PRLog -- The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 14, sharing insights on economic development in Lee County.

During the luncheon, attendees will hear from John Talmage, director of the Lee County Economic Development Office (Lee EDO), who will discuss current events and new developments coming to Lee County as well as economic resources available to businesses in Lee County.

Talmage has spent more than 30 years working in local economic and community development, both for municipal governments and national research organizations. Before he was named director of economic development for Lee County, he was chief of staff to the City of Fort Myers' city manager and served on the City of Sanibel's Planning Commission.

Talmage began his career working for the New York City Council and previously directed economic development for the City of New Orleans, served as a senior policy advisor for Mayors Diaz of Miami and Mallory of Cincinnati, and was CEO and president of Social Compact. He has been recognized for his work in community development by both the United States Congress and the New York State Assembly and has received over 35 awards for his contributions to economic and community development around the country.

The Jan. 14 luncheon will take place at Embassy Suites Fort Myers Estero, located at 10450 Corkscrew Commons Drive in Estero. Admission is $35 for Chamber members and $45 for future members and includes lunch. Attendees must register for the event by Friday, Jan. 10; walk-ins will not be accepted.

The event is sponsored by HBKS Wealth Advisors. Additional sponsors include Entrust Payroll Solutions, Gigi's Playhouse and WB Williamson Bros. To learn more or to register, visit FortMyers.org or call 239-332-2930.

About the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce:
Serving Lee County and surrounding areas since 1989, the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is a business organization that provides solutions and serves as a catalyst for growing the economy. The Chamber represents nearly 750 professionals and businesses throughout Southwest Florida, empowering, connecting and uniting members through meaningful networking, educational and community- and business-focused programs and events. For additional information regarding membership opportunities or events, please call 239-332-2930 or visit www.fortmyers.org. For the latest news and updates, follow the Chamber on Facebook at www.facebook.com/gfmcc.