2023.8_ICVTampa_Program

Ben Walker Owner/Founder, Buyer’s Point - MBA Cohort ’21 CLT Responds Ben Walker is the founder and CEO of Buyer’s Point, an industry leader in electronic and computer accessories. Walker holds an MBA from Oklahoma State University and studied business management at the undergraduate

level. His well-earned business acumen is matched by a natural entrepreneurial spirit and impressive work ethic. After gaining experience as a financial analyst and audit manager, Walker founded Buyer’s Point in 2010 with only $50 in an effort to pay off his student loans, all while balancing his existing full-time career and attending graduate school. 9 a.m. Innovation & Life Science Research Tampa’s health care institutions are working together to innovate and impact their community, and attendees will hear how. Jennifer Burrington Director of Healthcare and Life Sciences Industry, Tampa Bay Economic Development Council

Jennifer Burrington serves as the director of healthcare and life sciences industry at the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council. Born and raised in Tampa, Jennifer holds a

profound attachment to her community. As a fourth-generation Floridian and a driven professional, she is enthusiastic about fostering growth, innovation, and prosperity through the establishment of a dynamic Medical & Research District. With a solid background as a senior consultant and research analyst at Ernst & Young, Jennifer has acquired proficiency in collecting, analyzing, and presenting extensive economic and demographic datasets. Over the course of her career, Jennifer has overseen financial incentive programs and

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