Hosted by FLM Board Member Mayor Bobby Wagner, City of Destin, AND FLM Board Member Mayor J.B. Whitten, City of Crestview
FLM Regional Roundtable
Beyond the Beach: Economic Strategies for a Thriving Panhandle
Registration Deadline: July 11, 2025
Roundtable Description: As part of the Florida League of Mayors’ “Mayors Mean Business” initiative, this regional roundtable brings together municipal leaders, economic development experts and business stakeholders from across Northwest Florida to explore shared challenges and coordinated strategies for regional growth. With world-renowned beaches, a strong tourism base and vital military installations, the area offers unique opportunities—but also faces workforce, infrastructure and business recruitment hurdles. This roundtable will highlight how Mayors are using targeted incentives, public-private partnerships and regional collaboration to diversify the economy, attract investment and support long-term prosperity for the Panhandle.
Location:
Destin City Hall
4200 Indian Bayou Trail
Destin, FL 32541
Notes:
Breakfast is provided.
This event is open to all Florida Mayors (both FLM members and nonmembers).
Dress: Business or Business Casual.
You can bring 1 guest.
Vice/Deputy Mayor is also invited; please encourage them to participate and they can also bring 1 guest.
Visit the Florida League of Mayors’ website here to learn more.