Bart Rowland, MEDP
About Bart Rowland, MEDP
Bart Rowland's Role as VP, Job Creation
Bart Rowland currently serves as the Vice President of Job Creation. In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to foster job growth. His work focuses on identifying opportunities within various sectors to create sustainable employment. Bart's approach involves collaboration with multiple stakeholders, including businesses, local government, and community leaders, to drive economic growth and job creation.
Education and Academic Background of Bart Rowland
Bart Rowland has an extensive educational background in business administration. He attended Henderson Community College before transferring to the University of Kentucky, where he majored in Business Administration. To further enhance his expertise, Bart earned the Master Economic Development Practitioner (MEDP) designation from the Advanced Economic Development Leadership Program in 2023.
Early Life and Family Background
Bart Rowland was born and raised in Henderson, Kentucky. He grew up on a family farm but did not acquire farming skills. Despite his rural upbringing, Bart pursued a career path that took him through manufacturing and healthcare sectors. He has lived in Kentucky for 36 years before relocating to Ocala in 2014. Bart is married to Kristy since 2000 and is a father to two children, Anna Clay and Sally, as well as a family pet, a Yorkie Poo named Henry.
Professional Experience in Manufacturing and Healthcare
Before his move to Ocala, Bart Rowland accumulated extensive experience working in the manufacturing and healthcare industries in Kentucky. Through these roles, he gained valuable insights and skills that have contributed to his current focus on economic development and job creation.
Master Economic Development Practitioner (MEDP) Credential
In 2023, Bart Rowland earned the Master Economic Development Practitioner (MEDP) designation from the Advanced Economic Development Leadership Program. This credential signifies Bart's expertise and commitment to effective economic development practices. The program equips leaders with advanced techniques to stimulate economic growth and job creation in their communities.