Hosted by the Florida College Access Network (FCAN), the Talent Strong Florida Summit is the premier event where education stakeholders, community leaders, and economic development champions from multiple sectors come together to connect, collaborate, and inspire one another.
This annual gathering focuses on preparing today’s students with the skills and opportunities they need to thrive in tomorrow’s workforce.
This year’s theme, “Higher Education, Higher Rewards,” underscores the transformative value of college and workforce-aligned credentials for individual prosperity and statewide economic growth. The agenda will focus on sharing evidence-based approaches, success stories, and policy solutions that close gaps in degree and credential attainment—ensuring college access for all students. A #TalentStrongFL is one where every student thrives beyond high school.
Over the years, the Talent Strong Florida Summit has sparked transformative collaborations and initiatives across the state. Past attendees have reported implementing innovative strategies, forming impactful cross-sector partnerships, and advancing policy changes—all driven by the insights and connections gained at the summit.
Join us as we continue to build a stronger future for Florida through education and workforce alignment.
May 5-7, 2025 | Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort
During the three-day event, the Talent Strong Florida Summit will spotlight groundbreaking innovations, proven best practices, and impactful initiatives to help every Floridian pursue an education beyond high school and enter rewarding careers. Attendees will experience inspiring keynote speakers, dynamic breakout sessions on postsecondary access and student success, meaningful networking opportunities, and an exhibitor hall showcasing the latest tools and resources.
Presenters deliver actionable insights and strategies designed to empower attendees across sectors, equipping them to drive meaningful progress in education and workforce development.
The Summit fosters collaboration by drawing lessons from the field, addressing pressing policy challenges, and sparking meaningful change across Florida’s education and workforce landscape.
#TalentStrongFL #HigherRewards
Talent Strong Florida breakout sessions include:
• Sessions that align with one of FCAN’s Seven Conditions for Success. This year our presenters give special consideration to the following conditions: Opportunity for everyone, Community collaboration, and Affordability.
• Sessions include quantifiable societal benefits, including economic and fiscal, as outcomes of access and success programs.
• Sessions with student voices and experiences.
• Sessions with a high degree of audience interaction that provide opportunities for engagement between summit attendee and presenters.
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Summit Sponsors
Hillsborough Community College
St. Petersburg College
Summit Exhibitors
