Southwest Florida Water Symposium: Issues, Innovations, and Solutions
Hosted by the Brown Club of Southwest Florida

Event Details
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February 16, 2026
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8:45 AM - 1:30 PM
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4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples, FL 34112
Join fellow Ivy League alumni for an informative day exploring one of Southwest Florida’s most vital issues: the management, protection, and future of our water resources. Hear from experts representing leading environmental organizations, local agencies, and academic institutions as they share insights on water economics, regulation, and sustainability.
Boxed lunch served with a drink, cookie and chips.
Choice of: Turkey Avocado Sandwich, Tuna Salad Sandwich, Mango Chicken Salad.
Coffee, Tea and water served at Break
SCHEDULE
8:45 – 9:00 AM Sign-in and name tags
9:00 – 9:05 AM Welcome – Donna McGinnis, Naples Botanical Garden
9:05 – 9:15 AM Introduction – Judy Hushon, Brown University Alumni
9:15 – 9:45 AM Economics of Water – Michelle Arquette-Palermo, Conservancy of Southwest Florida
9:45 – 10:15 AM Water Regulations – Tammy Ash, Conservancy of Southwest Florida
10:15 – 10:45 AM The Canal System – Lisa Kohler, South Florida Water Management District (Big Cypress Basin)
10:45 – 11:00 AM Break
11:00 – 11:30 AM Water Monitoring – Rhonda Watkins, Collier County
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM Sea Level Rise and Storm Surge – Judy Hushon & Mike Savarese, FGCU
12:00 – 1:00 PM Box Lunch with Speaker Charlette Roman, South Florida Water Management District: USACE Projects in Southwest Florida
1:30 PM Adjourn
Special Member Pricing: As part of our commitment to providing exceptional value, we are pleased to offer this event at a reduced rate. This is yet another example of how your membership allows you to enjoy premier local experiences at substantial savings.
Members: $40.00 per person (plus one allowed at the Member rate)
Non-members and Guests: $60.00 per person
All sales are final, no refunds
