S2 Ep1540: NEIGHBORHOODS The Innovation District's Alison Barlow - Upcoming Events & News 2026

In 2026, St. Petersburg's Innovation District celebrates ten years and CEO Alison Barlow reviewed past successes and next year's big news & events with host Nanette Wiser. They will launch their new podcast with producer Nisuka Williams (left in photo) and they've just completed the Tampa Bay Innovation Ecosystem Map 2025 update project, an easy-to-use visual guide for entrepreneurs to navigate the region’s network of support organizations with respect to their funding, coaching, and partnership and other needs and to the company’s stage of growth, industry focus, target customers and more. Follow them on social.  Learn more at stpeteinnovationdistrict.com , Ark Innovation Center,  and The ContinuumUPCOMING EVENTS Release of the District Master Plan - Jan 14 - open house @ ARK Innovation CenterRelease of the Tampa Bay Ocean Strategy (march)State of Science and Innovation - Jan 28 - our annual event highlighting innovation in St Pete (our version of Ted Talks) @ USFSt Pete Science Festival and Marine Quest - Feb 7 @ USF and Florida Fish and Wildlife2026 MASTER PLAN UPDATE The St. Pete Innovation District is excited to share the finalized Master Plan, developed through extensive research and community engagement. Join us at ARK Innovation Center where you’ll have the opportunity to explore and visualize our plans for the future of the District. No RSVP required.Location: ARK Innovation Center - 1101 4th Ave S, St. PeteWhen: January 14, 2026. Stop by anytime between 5:00 PM – 7:00 PMWhat to Expect: Open house presentation of the Master PlanPerks: Free onsite parking, light snacks and beverages provided#innovationdistrict #alisonbarlow #stpetersburgneighborhoods #stem #science #tech #ai #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete