Affordable & Workforce Housing Panel Luncheon, hosted by the Young Professionals Council

Name: Affordable & Workforce Housing Panel Luncheon, hosted by the Young Professionals Council

Date: April 9, 2024

Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Registration: Sorry, public registration for this event has been closed.

Event Description:

Affordable & Workforce Housing Panel Luncheon, hosted by the Young Professionals Council

Join us on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 to hear from our distinguished panelists about the state of workforce and affordable housing in Palm Beach County. We'll discuss the challenges that come with the development of workforce housing, the benefits of bringing it to your town, and what it could mean for your business growth.

This event is open to all! You do not need to be a Young Professional to attend.

Our panelists will provide a well-rounded view of housing from a municipal, non-profit, and private sector standpoint.

Moderator:
Brett Leone, City of Palm Beach Gardens, YP Council Member

Brett Leone is a Principal Planner with the City of Palm Beach Gardens. Growing up in Jupiter, Brett has seen the northern end of Palm Beach County grow and change over the last 30 plus years. He attended Florida State University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science and a Master of Science degree in Urban and Regional Planning. Brett moved back home to Jupiter after graduation to begin his professional career with a local land planning and landscape architecture consulting firm. Here he was able to grow and learn professionally and began giving back to northern Palm Beach County through his involvement with thoughtful and creative development projects that added to the quality of the region. After five years in the private sector, Brett joined the Staff at the City of Palm Beach Gardens where he is a Principal Planner for the Avenir Development and works on the City’s Mobility Program. In addition to working for the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Brett is involved in the community. He is a past chair of the Palm Beach North Young Professionals Steering Council and continues to be involved with the Young Professionals. Brett also serves on boards for various civic organizations where he is able to give back to the community.

Panelists:
Alex Akel, President, Akel Homes

Alex Akel is President of Akel Homes, an award-winning private residential development company based in South Florida. With a successful track record spanning over a decade, Alex is a second-generation Florida builder. Dedicated to building thoughtfully crafted lifestyle communities in premier locations, Alex oversees all aspects of the company's operations, from land acquisitions and entitlements to financing, product design, purchasing, construction operations, sales and marketing, and customer service - ensuring a seamless and exceptional experience for residents.

Alex holds a Masters in Real Estate from Harvard University and a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration from the George Washington University. He is a licensed contractor in the state of Florida. During his free time, he enjoys spending time and traveling with his wife and two children.

Olivia Ellison, Principal Planner, City of Palm Beach Gardens

Olivia Ellison, a Palm Beach County native, is an urban planner with six years of experience in local government. Olivia graduated from Florida Atlantic University in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning. Upon graduation, she joined the City of Palm Beach Gardens and is currently a Principal Planner for the City. Olivia continues to seek opportunities to grow and learn in the field of planning. In November 2023, Olivia earned the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification to add to her qualifications. She manages major development projects throughout the City, has direct oversight of the Community Development Block Grant program, and assisted in the creation and implementation of the City’s Workforce Housing Program.

Tara Okler, COO, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County

Bio coming soon!

Pre-registration will close at noon on April 5th.

Event Cancellation Policy:
A notice of cancellation must be received by e-mail within 48 hours (2 business days) prior to the event. NO verbal cancellations will be accepted. Cancellations under 48 hours prior to the event, will NOT receive event credit in order to solidify attendance numbers with the event venue. All cancellation notices received BEFORE 48 hours (2 business days) prior to the event will be given an event credit of equal value. Event credits will be applied upon request and are good for up to 1 year from the purchase date. There are NO REFUNDS.

NOTE:
Premier Events (ArtiGras Tickets / Loggerhead Triathlon Registrations) and Special Events (The Leadership Awards Dinner / Holiday Mixer / Business 2 Baseball / Golf Classic) do not qualify for an event credit upon cancellation. Contributions or gifts to the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.

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*Sponsorships are available for PBN Chamber members only. Membership start at just $465 for businesses with up to 5 employees or $125 for an individual Young Professional. Become a member today!

Sponsorship Opportunities (Members Only) Available until one week before the event
Featured Luncheon Sponsor | $2,500
Digital Display/Tablets Sponsor (with ticket) | One Event - $100 | Three Events - $250 | Five Events - $400 | Eight Events - $625

Coupon Policy:

To register with an event coupon from a printed booklet, please call (561) 746-7111. You cannot register with a printed coupon online. If you have a digital coupon, please login to the Member Information Center (MIC) and register for the event online. Coupon registrations will be treated the same as cash registrations and adhere to the event cancellation policy (below). If you register with a coupon and are a no-show, your coupon will still be collected and cannot be used for a future event.

Event Cancellation Policy:

A notice of cancellation must be received by e-mail within 48 hours (2 business days) prior to the event. NO verbal cancellations will be accepted. All cancellation notices received within 48 hours (2 business days) prior to the event will be given an event credit of equal value. Event credits will be applied upon request and are good for up to 1 year from the purchase date. There are NO REFUNDS.

NOTE:

Premier Events (ArtiGras Tickets / Loggerhead Triathlon Registrations) and Special Events (The Leadership Awards Dinner / Holiday Mixer / Baseball After Hours / Valor & Community Service Awards) do not qualify for an event credit upon cancellation. Contributions or gifts to the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.

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