Ep. 321 | Your Gateway to Growth: Previewing the 2025 Small Business Success Summit

In this episode of Small Biz Florida, host Tom Kindred spotlights the podcast’s role as a key resource for Florida’s small business community, proudly sponsored by Florida First Capital. Recorded live at the 2025 Florida Economic Development Council Conference at the Sun Seeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor, Tom speaks with Bridget LaCoste, Events and Stakeholder Relationships Manager for the Florida SBDC Network. Bridget shares her journey into event planning and her current role in organizing impactful programs for entrepreneurs. The conversation centers on the highly anticipated 2025 Small Business Success Summit, taking place August 18–19 in Tampa. Bridget outlines the agenda—featuring a reverse trade show, dynamic keynote speakers, informative breakout sessions, and valuable networking opportunities. She highlights how the summit helps business owners step away from daily operations to gain fresh insight, make powerful connections, and tap into government contracting pathways. Listeners are encouraged to register and become part of the Small Biz Florida community. This podcast episode was recorded live at the 2025 Florida Economic Development Council Conference hosted at the Sun Seeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor. This podcast is made possible by the Florida SBDC Network and sponsored by Florida First Capital.   Connect with Our Guest: Florida SBDC Network – Small Business Success Summit