Interoffice Memorandum
DATE: September 22, 2025
TO: Mayor Jerry L. Demings and County Commissioners
THROUGH: Roseann Harrington, Chief of Staff
FROM: Dennis Holste, Economic Development Administrator
CONTACT: Jessica Kinkle, Administrative Assistant
PHONE: 407-836-7366
DIVISION: Office of Economic, Trade and Tourism Development
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Approval and execution of Orange County, Florida and Building Our Tech FY 2026 Grant Agreement and authorization to disperse $209,000. (Office of Economic, Trade and Tourism Development)
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PROJECT: N/A
PURPOSE: The County has determined that there is a public interest for such activities/programs in order to support existing small businesses and residents desiring to start a business venture in Central Florida through education, mentorship, investment pursuits, and other activities conducive to Orange County’s economy. Building Our Tech’s operations consist of highly skilled staff in technical assistance provision.
BUDGET: $209,000