Community Benefits

Transforming Oakland Park Together

The Oakland Park Convention & Workforce Innovation Center is more than a development project— it's an investment in our community's future, creating jobs, opportunities, and a vibrant gathering place for all residents.

330+

Total Jobs Created

(Direct + Indirect)

$25M

Economic Impact

Annual regional activity

500+

Training Participants

Youth & adult programs

100K+

Residents Served

Through programs & events

Comprehensive Community Benefits

The project delivers measurable benefits across economic, social, and educational dimensions

Job Creation

130+ Permanent Jobs

Direct employment opportunities across multiple sectors including event management, hospitality, retail, and administration.

Permanent Positions130+
Construction Jobs200+
Indirect Jobs Created300+

Key Benefits

Diverse career opportunities for Oakland Park residents
Competitive wages and benefits packages
Career advancement pathways
Local hiring initiatives

Economic Growth

$20-25M Annual Impact

Substantial economic stimulus through direct spending, tax revenue, and support for local businesses.

Direct Annual Revenue$5.9M-$13.3M
Regional Economic Activity$20-25M
Property Tax RevenueIncreased

Key Benefits

Increased tax revenue for city services
Support for local hotels and restaurants
Growth opportunities for local suppliers
Enhanced property values in surrounding areas

Workforce Development

Career Training & Education

Comprehensive programs to develop skills and create pathways to employment for residents of all ages.

Youth Programs4 Initiatives
Training PartnershipsCareerSource
Annual Participants500+

Key Benefits

CareerSource Legacy Hub for job training
OSES Junior Event & Safety Academy internships
Youth Innovation Hub - STEM & robotics
Future Leaders Pavilion - Arts programs

Community Infrastructure

World-Class Facilities

Modern facilities that serve as gathering spaces and economic anchors for the community.

Convention Space30K sq ft (6 floors)
Retail Spaces15 stores
Residential Units35 units
Parking Garage5 floors

Key Benefits

State-of-the-art event and convention facilities
Accessible public spaces for community gatherings
Support for local entrepreneurs with business suites
Quality live-work residential options

Social Impact

Community Engagement

Programs and spaces designed to bring the community together and foster social connections.

Event Capacity1000+
Community Events50+/year
Food Vendors12-15

Key Benefits

Outdoor Family Plaza for community events
Diverse food court celebrating local culture
Regular farmers markets and festivals
Public art and performance spaces

City Identity

Regional Destination

Elevating Oakland Park's profile as a thriving cultural and economic destination in South Florida.

Annual Visitors50K+
Event Days200+
Regional RecognitionHigh

Key Benefits

Enhanced city reputation and visibility
Attraction for businesses considering relocation
Tourism and convention revenue
Community pride and engagement
Youth Development

Investing in Our Future

Comprehensive programs designed to develop skills, create opportunities, and build pathways to success for Oakland Park's youth

Youth Innovation Hub

200+ students annually

STEM education, robotics competitions, and esports programs for students

OSES Junior Academy

50+ youth internships

Paid internships in event management and venue operations

Future Leaders Pavilion

150+ participants

Arts, culture, music, and performance programs

CareerSource Legacy Hub

300+ adults annually

Job training, career counseling, and placement services

Partnership Benefits

Public-Private Partnership Model

The City of Oakland Park benefits from tax revenue, community revitalization, and national visibility without bearing ownership risk or operational costs.

No Financial Risk

Private development with public benefits

Increased Tax Revenue

Property, sales, and business taxes

Community Revitalization

Economic anchor for surrounding development

National Recognition

Regional destination status

Contact Information

Learn more about community programs and opportunities

Developer

Jack Cannon

Management & Operations

FV & Associates

Contact

Ferlindo Vincent

[email protected]

785-410-7751

Join Us in Building Oakland Park's Future

Be part of this transformative project that will create jobs, opportunities, and a vibrant community hub for generations to come