The Edison Awards is thrilled to hold its annual event to Fort Myers, Florida, April 20-22, 2022.
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Wednesday, April 20
Welcome Reception
Attire: Resort Casual/Business Casual. Keep in mind that the event is outdoors.
Parking/Trolley: There is ample parking at the Winter Estates. For those riding the trolley, onboard directly in front of the Caloosa Sound Convention Center stairwell on Edwards Drive.
Tour the Edison and Ford Winter Estates
Welcome Reception
Dine Around Downtown Fort Myers, Florida
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Thursday, April 21
Meet the Innovators Forum & Innovators' Showcase
Attire: Business Casual.
Registration Check-in Opens
Innovators' Showcase
Morning Sessions
Carl Stringer, Vice President of Information Technology, US Sugar // BIO
John Talmage, Director, Lee County Economic Development Office // BIO
Dr. Christine Gulbranson, Innovation Strategist, Renewable Energy Innovator, Entrepreneur, and Author // BIO
Crystal Stiles, Senior Director, Economic Development, Florida Power & Light // BIO
Lunch / Innovators' Showcase
Afternoon Sessions
The Global Perspective: Building Sustainable Communities
Adjournment
Thursday, April 21
Edison Awards Gala
Attire: Black Tie Formal.
Opening Reception
Dinner & Ceremony
VIP After Party
VIP After Party
Friday, April 22
Mimosa Breakfast & Advisory Solutions Meet and Greet
Babcock Ranch Tour
Experiential Learning Day
Attire: Smart Casual.
Register For Friday's Events
Opening Remarks
Gravity Industries Presentation & Live Flight Demo
Pro-Athlete Pitch Panel
Timothy J. Cartwright, Partner, Fifth Ave Family Office - MODERATOR
Byron Jones, Cornerback for the Miami Dolphins
Josh Childress, Founder and CEO of LandSpire, Retired Professional Basketball Player
Brandon Rule, Founder and CEO of Rule Enterprises
Derrick Morgan, Founder and CEO of Kngdmgroup, Former Linebacker for the Tennessee Titans
Insights from Insiders
Lunch & Live Entertainment
On-Stage Competition
Meet the 2022 Young Edisons
Youth Pitch Panel
Closing Remarks












