Category Archives: USF Polytechnic

Haven Blue Sky Accelerator to Host Grant Seminar

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Bob Gernert

The University of South Florida Polytechnic’s SFP Blue Sky Incubation Program will host a seminar on the Florida High Tech Corridor Council’s Matching Grants Research Program Nov. 15 at 9 a.m. at Blue Sky East, 199 Avenue B NW, Suite … Continue reading →

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Winter Haven Forms Economic Development Council

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Winter Haven Business Leaders and City Officials announced this week the formation of an Economic Development Council (EDC) for Winter Haven in response to a year-long study by economic development consultants. Angeleu Economics recommended an EDC to help create jobs, … Continue reading →

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WiFi for 16,000? Haven Tech Delivers Just That …

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Roberts Named Network Architect for International Technology Conference Once again a Winter Haven-based technology expert is delivering tech connections on a national scale. Ryan Roberts served as Network Architect for the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Conference, June … Continue reading →

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Second Grade Just Got More Awesome …

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Second grade students from throughout Polk County are going to receive a free field trip to LEGOLAND® Florida next school year, compliments of University of South Florida Polytechnic. LEGOLAND Florida, Central Florida’s newest theme park opens on October 15, 2011 and … Continue reading →

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Lakeland Commission Favors Clark Road HSR Stop …

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Bob Gernert

The Ledger is reporting that six of seven Lakeland City Commissioners will approve a resolution on Monday, February 7, supporting Clark Road at the western terminus of the Polk Parkway as their preferred location. There had been much discussion regarding … Continue reading →

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Let Your Thoughts Be Known on High Speed Rail Stop …

Posted on October 15, 2010 by Bob Gernert

(Note: You can send an email to Lakeland City Commissioners (simultaneously) at the end of this post. Here is a brief recap of recent events.) On February 2, the Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce became an early advocate of … Continue reading →

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USF Polytechnic Blue Sky East Ribbon Cutting

Posted on May 7, 2010 by Bob Gernert

Thursday, May 6 was a busy day for USF Polytechnic University as it held ribbon cutting ceremonies for both Blue Sky East and Blue Sky West business accelerator facilities. Blue Sky East festivities were held in Lakeland. Pictured above, dignitaries … Continue reading →

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