The City of Cape Coral will host a Business and Industry Roundtable for the marine industry Friday, August 18, at City Hall. The session begins at 8 a.m., and registration is required to participate.

The newly launched Business Roundtable Series provides an opportunity for open and honest conversations about how the city can help small business owners.

The Business and Industry Roundtable Series aims to:

• Allow industry leaders to connect and discuss challenges specific to Cape Coral
• Provide a forum for the economic outlook and opportunities for industries
• Determine future initiatives and programs needed to retain businesses and industries to strengthen the local economy