Small-Scale Development Workshop Coming To Panama City November 14th To Empower First-Time Developers

PANAMA CITY, FL – Aspiring developers and community-minded entrepreneurs are invited to attend the Small-Scale Development Workshop hosted by the Incremental Development Alliance. This full-day event will take place on Friday, November 14th from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Glenwood Community Center, located at 722 E. 9th Court, Panama City, FL 32401.

Designed for individuals looking to take their first steps in small-scale real estate development, the workshop offers a big-picture view of development strategies that build community wealth through incremental, neighborhood-based projects.

 Participants will learn how to:

·         Identify a good development opportunity
·         Navigate zoning and building codes
·         Understand key financing tools and strategies
·         Build a financial pro forma
·         Select the right site or building
·         Pitch a project to banks or investors
·         Take a project from idea to execution

 Topics Covered Include:

 ·         Business Models and Skillsets
·         The Power of the Incremental Approach
·         Right-Sizing Your Project
·         Zoning and Regulatory Basics
·         Building Arts 101 (architecture, urban design, planning)
·         Market Research & Site Selection
·         Project Pro Formas
·         Financing a Project
·         Site Planning & Property Buying

 Attendees will also participate in hands-on exercises, including site planning and financial analysis using real-world examples and zoning scenarios.

 Registration Fees:

$150 - Early Bird Rate - open until October 24, 2025.
$170 Regular - open until November 7, 2025.

Scholarships available until October 10th - apply here  

To register and learn more, visit: Workshop

 Whether you're looking to renovate a single building, develop a small multifamily property, or contribute to the growth of your neighborhood, this workshop offers the tools, connections, and confidence to get started.

 If you have any questions regarding the Scholarship application process, registration or general information, please do not hesitate to email training@incrementaldevelopment.org.

 If you missed the FREE public lecture on small-scale development held on September 4th, Incremental Development Alliance has a free course online through Strong Towns Academy. The course offers the same information that was presented during the lecture. You can check it out here: Free Course