Rooted In Land: A Conservation Easements Workshop

Defining Conservation Easements
     - Dean Saunders, ALC, CCIM

Conservation Efforts in Florida
Our panelists, comprised of agencies deeply involved in conservation initiatives across the state, will discuss various strategies, successes, and ongoing funding efforts to protect Florida's natural landscapes.
      - Callie DeHaven, Director - Division of State Lands at Florida Department of Environmental Protection
      - Ellen Morrison, Land Resources Bureau Chief - Southwest Florida Water Management District
      - Gaye Sharpe, Parks and Natural Resources Director - Polk County Board of County Commissioners
      - Sue Mullins, Rural and Family Lands Director - Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
      - Crenel Francis, WRE - Easements Coordinator - USDA

Perspective from Landowners
This panel highlights firsthand accounts from landowners who have chosen to engage with conservation easements. Through their diverse experiences, we will dive into the motivations, challenges, and rewards of preserving land for future generations. 
      - Alan Hitchcock
      - Doyle Carlton, III
      - Woody Larson
      - Mike Tomkow

Tax Advantages & Implications
Dive into tax incentives and implications associated with conservation easements. Our panel of experts will explore the various tax benefits available to landowners who choose to conserve their land through easements, shedding light on potential deductions, credits, and exemptions.
      - Stephen R. Looney, Attorney, Corporate and Tax - Dean Mead
      - Brian M. Stephens, Attorney, Transactional Development and Land Use - Dean Mead