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meeting in Hillsborough in September. Kristen mentioned that she would like to investigate a meeting <br /> location at UNC for November. <br /> Steve reminded the new members about their scheduled orientation and EDD Tour for early August and <br /> asked anyone else that might want a refresher. David Putnam said he would be interested in joining to <br /> learn about our department and the EDD. <br /> Old Business <br /> Amanda Garner introduced the Small Business Grant program and spoke about the 2 vacancies that are <br /> open so that we can gain new members for our Grant sub-committee. Emilee Collins and John Kim both <br /> volunteered to serve on the grant sub-committee. Kristen mentioned that she would like to learn more <br /> about the financial statements that would help review the applicants more efficiently. Elise Tyler <br /> suggested that we have a grant award ceremony in the future to recognize the small businesses. <br /> Amanda also provided feedback from the County's legal department, who informed us that our advisory <br /> board could not require their members to participate in a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion workshop per the <br /> current policy. However, our staff will continue to research and acquire information from the new Director <br /> (Paul Slack) of the Equity and Inclusion department to find out what they can offer us moving forward. <br /> David Putnam mentioned a DEI training he recently participated in that was through The University of <br /> South Florida. <br /> Director's Report: <br /> Steve provided an update on the commercial and industrial projects and international leads Orange <br /> County is receiving. Steve also told the members about the upcoming invitation for a special <br /> announcement on Tuesday July 161' at the Whitted Building in Hillsborough starting at 10:00 a.m. <br /> Adjournment <br /> Kristen Young adjourned the meeting at 1:05 PM <br />