Caste Study 1
Brunch & Learn Expo:
Connecting Businesses to Government Opportunities
Client / Initiative
Broward County Public Schools – Economic Development Opportunities & Compliance Department
City of Lauderhill
Project Type
Business Resource Trade Show
Government & Municipal Business Development Event
Panel Discussion + Procurement Opportunities Event
Event Overview
The Brunch & Learn Expo Business Resource Trade Show was designed to create a powerful platform connecting entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses with local municipalities, government agencies, and business development organizations.
The event brought together over 2,000 attendees seeking access to government contracting opportunities, certifications, funding programs, and strategic partnerships that can accelerate business growth.
Hosted in partnership with the City of Lauderhill and Broward County Public Schools Economic Development Opportunities & Compliance Department, the event served as a unique opportunity for business owners to engage directly with government leaders and procurement representatives.
Diana Agenor's Role
Diana Agenor served as the Event Producer and organizer behind the Brunch & Learn Expo, personally developing the event concept, outreach strategy, and partnership framework that brought the initiative to life.
Designing the full business resource trade show concept
Developing the event program and agenda structure
Conducting direct outreach meetings with participating agencies and organizations
Recruiting municipalities and economic development organizations to participate
Coordinating partnerships with the City of Lauderhill and Broward County Public Schools
Structuring the panel discussion and opportunities spotlight segment
Building a platform that connected businesses with government resources
A Historic Multi-County Collaboration
One of the most unique aspects of the event was the collaboration between Broward County and Miami-Dade County government agencies in a single event location.
Traditionally, business resource events tend to feature organizations from a single county. However, this event successfully brought together representatives from both Broward County and Miami-Dade County, creating a broader network of opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Featured panelists included representatives from:
Broward County Government
Miami-Dade County Government
Broward County Public Schools
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
This multi-county collaboration significantly expanded the opportunities available to attending businesses.
Event Highlights
Attendance:
Over 2,000 entrepreneurs, startups, and business owners attended the event.
Featured Panel:
The event included a high-level panel discussion titled:
“Inside the System: How Local Governments Work for Your Business”
The panel was moderated by two-time Emmy Award winner Kirk Gomez, providing valuable insights into navigating government systems and accessing business opportunities.
Brunch & Learn Expo Email Blast…
Opportunities Spotlight:
The event also featured an Opportunities Spotlight, where agencies delivered short presentations about programs, procurement opportunities, and resources available to businesses.
This segment allowed attendees to quickly learn about:
Certifications
Procurement pathways
Funding resources
Vendor opportunities
Participating Agencies and Organizations
The Brunch & Learn Expo brought together a diverse network of government agencies, municipalities, financial institutions, and business development organizations committed to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Participating organizations included:
Government Agencies & Public Institutions
Broward County Government
Broward County Aviation Department
Broward County Public Schools – Economic Development Opportunities & Compliance (EDOC)
Miami-Dade County Government
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO)
Department of Labor
Municipalities
City of Lauderhill
City of Miramar
City of North Miami Beach
City of Pembroke Pines
City of Plantation
City of Sunrise
City of Tamarac
Town of Davie, Florida
Business Development & Economic Organizations
CareerSource Broward
Broward County Black Chamber of Commerce
Lauderhill Chamber of Commerce
Urban League of Broward County
Hispanic Unity of Florida
Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council (FSMSDC)
SCORE
Small Business Administration (SBA)
Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at FAU
Financial Institutions & Funding Resources
Brickell Capital Finance
Miami Bayside Foundation
Community & Industry Organizations
Children’s Services Council of Broward
Broward Health
Build in Bloom
Create Station
National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC)
Impact
The Brunch & Learn Expo created a powerful environment where businesses could connect directly with the organizations responsible for providing economic development resources and government contracting opportunities.
Key outcomes included:
Connecting entrepreneurs with government agencies
Increasing awareness of procurement opportunities
Facilitating partnerships between businesses and municipalities
Providing direct access to economic development resources
Empowering entrepreneurs with knowledge about government contracting
Strategic Leadership
Diana Agenor's ability to strategically connect organizations, municipalities, and business communities demonstrates her unique role as a business ecosystem connector.
Her work on the Brunch & Learn Expo highlights her expertise in:
Event strategy and production
Business development initiatives
Government partnership building
Marketing and outreach campaigns
Community economic development
By bringing together multiple counties, municipalities, and business organizations into a single collaborative platform, Diana successfully created an event that expanded access to opportunities for thousands of entrepreneurs.
Why This Matters
The Brunch & Learn Expo exemplifies the mission of Pro Marketing Headquarters — creating strategic platforms that connect businesses with the resources, partnerships, and opportunities they need to grow.
Through strategic planning, marketing outreach, and partnership development, Diana Agenor continues to help businesses position themselves for success in competitive markets.
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