Advantage 2026: Business Summit
Monday, September 14, 2026
FSU Turnbull Conference Center
Breakfast & Networking: 8:00 a.m.
Program: 8:30–11:35 a.m.

The Capital City Chamber of Commerce invites entrepreneurs, small business owners, corporate partners, government agencies, and business resource organizations to a focused morning of insight, conversation, and connection.

Advantage 2026 begins with where we are now as a community—examining the current economic environment, the industries shaping our region, and emerging opportunities for local businesses. The conversation will then move toward where we are going and how businesses can prepare to participate, compete, and grow.

Participants will gain insight into:

• The regional and statewide economic outlook
• Emerging industries and business opportunities
• Procurement and contracting readiness
• Operational and financial capacity building
• Resources available throughout the Capital Region
• Practical next steps for business growth

Program highlights include an Economic Outlook presented by Dr. Clyde Diao, Chief Economist with Regional Economic Consulting Group, followed by a leadership conversation with Katrina Tuggerson(President)  and Keith Bowers (OEV-Director)  connecting economic trends to the experiences and opportunities of local businesses.

Eddie Loumiet (Chairman) and Byron Greene (Chairman) will also lead an interactive session, “Front Door to the Florida Capital Region: Business Concierge Roadmap,” designed to connect entrepreneurs with resources and help them identify their next steps.

Additional speakers, partners, and sessions will be announced as the full agenda is finalized. Join us for a morning designed to move beyond conversation—giving businesses the information, relationships, and practical direction needed to recognize opportunities, prepare for growth, and take their next step with confidence.