About EPC 100

About EPC 100

Founded in early 1996, the East Polk Committee of 100 brought together a coalition for economic development among the cities, communities and chambers located in the eastern half of Polk County. This coalition established a one voice greater than any individual city or chamber.

This united voice serves to advocate East Polk’s interests related to quality and smart growth, attract high-skill, high-wage businesses, assist current business expansion and legislative influence. Recognizing this collective strength, the 12 cities in Polk County’s east side established the East Polk County Committee of 100, Inc. (EPC100).

The EPC 100 works closely with the Central Florida Development Council (CFDC) providing recruitment support to locate new businesses in east polk county communities.

Our Mission

The East Polk Committee of 100 represents with one voice, the collective interests of the communities of East Polk County with regards to economic development, quality growth, planning, infrastructure and related concerns.

Structure

The Executive Director provides leadership through effective communication; interpersonal, political and community relationship building; resource development skills; financial/resource management; and promotion of volunteer partnerships with chambers, cities, the county, boards and members.

The Board of Directors is comprised of the following officers elected by the general membership.  The officers serve one-year terms: Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer.  Twelve Chamber Directors, representing each of the participating chambers of commerce or cities, also serve on the Board.  The Board directs all business and affairs in the best interest of the East Polk Committee of 100.  The Board of Directors designates an Executive Committee.

A separate class of Directors At-Large, who serve a one-year term, are nominated by the Board of Directors and elected by the general membership.