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Built to Thrive Summit is Florida’s annual convening for leaders working to realize a future where all children thrive in the first five years.

The summit reinforces a core belief: Real progress for young children happens when communities, employers, families, and policymakers work together.

Built to Thrive is not a conference, it’s an opportunity to help shape what comes next for Florida’s youngest children.

Location

Wyndham Grand Resort Bonnet Creek – Orlando, FL

High-Level Agenda

Monday, November 9

6:30–8:00 p.m. | Welcome Reception

The best conversations often start before the first session. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served.

Tuesday, November 10

7:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Summit

Be inspired. Hear from featured speakers on collaboration, what’s working across the state, and creating meaningful change.

Roll up your sleeves. Take part in action labs focused on community action, business and private-sector leadership, and stronger systems for children and families.

Share ideas. Connect over lunch with state leaders and fellow participants.

Shape the future. Bring your perspective to build Florida’s early childhood agenda for 2027.