Opportunity Zone 2.0: Where Capital Meets Community

Instructor: Edward Gaston

Date: June 16, 2026

A forward-looking presentation exploring how Opportunity Zone 2.0 can drive community revitalization, attract private investment, create jobs, expand housing, and build long-term economic prosperity through strategic public-private partnerships. 

Gaston is the founder of Wealth Watchers, a HUD-certified nonprofit focused on financial education, homeownership, and economic empowerment. He brings extensive experience in community development and public administration, including leadership roles with the City of Jacksonville and the U.S. Department of Energy. With degrees from Auburn University and Grambling State University, plus leadership training at Harvard University, Gaston is a skilled and engaging instructor.