Founded by Kella McCaskill, The Economic Development Center, Inc. (E.D.C.) will combat the deterioration of the Community by assisting residents in developing and growing small businesses. In addition, decent housing affordable to low-income and moderateincome; training and workshops; creating an environment where companies will want to locate within the Community, and community residents will have the resources needed to improve quality of life.
The Economic Development Center, Inc. (E.D.C.) will combat the deterioration of the community by assisting residents in developing and growing small businesses. In addition, decent housing affordable to low-income and moderate-income; training and workshops; creating an environment where companies will want to locate within the community, and community residents will have the resources needed to improve quality of life.
The E.D.C. using a diverse slate of programs will be distinctive in serving the various people of the region, especially the working class and historically under-served and low-income populations. Using a holistic approach to its commitment to the growth and development of the local economy through The E.D.C. will be collaborative, distinguished by partnerships with existing institutions, both public and private.
Kella McCaskill, a realtor in The Tampa Bay area, has provided residential/commercial real estate services for world-class athletes in the National Football League for the past five years. For over the past 23 years, she has enjoyed serving the Greater Tampa Bay area in the mortgage and real estate industry. As a result o seeing the differences in resources in different communities, she felt compelled to become the founder of Community Housing Center, a non-profit established to help families avoid the devastation of homelessness due to foreclosure and predatory lending episodes.
Kella, the former manager of the Executive Resolutions Group , one of the largest financial institutions in the U.S., is a sought-after consultant to attorneys and non-profit organizations seeking to find resolutions with various clients regarding the mortgage crisis. Ms. McCaskill recently wrote an article for the National Consumer’s digest magazine (a national magazine that has long focused on the extensive review on products and service to consumers) concerning the recent “Robo- signing issues. Kella strongly believes that educating the buyer today helps to prevent another mortgage crisis tomorrow.
Kella has seen the needs of many small businesses within the area and has provided business assistance services for many companies in the Greater Tampa Bay area.
Meet FIX :We are thrilled to introduce Fix, the friendly and enthusiastic character designed to guide students in understanding the importance of preserving our community. Fix is an integral part of The Center for Economic Development’s education and outreach initiatives, aimed at instilling a sense of pride and responsibility in our neighborhoods.
Fix serves as a constant reminder that our schools, parks, homes, and neighbors collectively shape the unique character of our community. We believe that by working together, we can maintain the beauty and integrity of our surroundings.
Fix encourages students and community members to take an active role in preventing litter and promoting a clean environment. By picking up paper and actively participating in community initiatives, we can all contribute to preserving the special qualities that make our community a wonderful place to live.
If you are interested in having Fix attend your next event, whether it’s a school assembly, community gathering, or any other occasion, please don’t hesitate to contact our office. Fix is ready to spread the message of community pride and the importance of keeping our shared spaces clean and vibrant.
To book Fix for your upcoming event, call or text us at 813-683-1221. Let’s work together to create a community that we are all proud to call home!
Founded by Kella McCaskill, The Economic Development Center, Inc. (E.D.C.) will combat the deterioration of the Community by assisting residents in developing and growing small businesses..
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