Award Winners Outstanding Achievement in the Location and/or Expansion of Business Deals of the Year Regional: Elevate Lake - Kroger-Ocado Robotic Customer Fulfillment Center Rural: Suwannee County EDO - Binderholtz Project in Live Oak Urban: Economic Development Council of St. Lucie County - FedEx Ground Project Innovations in Marketing Innovative Partnership This award recognizes a new partnership or collaboration that aims to leverage the strength of more … [Read more...]
Congratulate the 2019 FEDC Economic Development Honorees
Eunice Sullivan Economic Development Professional of the Year Mike Bobroff, the 1996 recipient and Investor Relations Consultant for GrowFL, presented the history of this special award and recognized past recipients. Cathy Chambers, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Business Development for the JAXUSA Partnership and the 2018 recipient introduced the 2019 honoree, Crystal Stiles, Economic Development Director for Florida Power and Light. Toni Jennings Workforce Development Professional … [Read more...]
Enjoy the photos from the FEDC 2018 conference
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Meet the FEDC Conference 2018 Economic Development Award Winners
Here are the #FEDC18 Award Winners The 2018 Florida Economic Development Conference, held May 21-23, 2018, at the Sanibel Harbour Marriott in Fort Myers, Florida, recognized the achievements of Florida's top economic developers. The Eunice Sullivan Economic Development Professional of the Year award is given annually in recognition of the achievements of an outstanding economic developer within the State of Florida. The award was first given in 1985 and was renamed in 1991 to honor … [Read more...]
Marketing Alliance announces the expansion of creative services to Punta Gorda
Firm announces consolidation of creative services team Marketing Alliance, Inc., announces the relocation of their creative team to Southwest Florida. Specializing in economic development, tourism, and real estate marketing, Marketing Alliance provides creative services that include comprehensive digital marketing strategies, branding, website development, interactive mapping, 3D animation, video production, and aerial drone video services. According to John Abbate, Marketing Alliance … [Read more...]
Florida’s Top Economic Developers Honored at 2017 Annual Conference
FEDC recognizes individual and team achievements The Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) honored the individuals and teams that are helping to drive Florida’s economy forward at its 2017 Annual Conference. The conference took place May 7-9 at the Hyatt Regency Pier 66 in Ft. Lauderdale. Florida Governor Rick Scott was presented with the 2017 Business Ambassador Award for his strong defense of economic development and tourism programs and success in bringing hundreds … [Read more...]
St. Lucie County EDC announces hiring of Jill Marasa
Distinguished EDC Professional Joins St. Lucie County EDC The Economic Development Council of St. Lucie County (EDC) is realizing a milestone in its development. It welcomes a key new member to its team. Jill Marasa will help lead the organization’s core mission and implementation of the 2015-2020 Strategic Plan. “We are very excited to welcome Jill onboard,” says EDC President Pete Tesch. “We’re at an extremely important point in time for the future development and expansion of St. Lucie … [Read more...]
Florida Economic Development Council Announces 2016-2017 Board of Directors
Group also names permanent Executive Director and adds new Manager of Membership and Programs The Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC), the state’s professional association of economic, workforce, and community developers has announced its 2016-2017 board of directors. In addition, the FEDC board voted to transition Beth Kirkland, CEcD, from Interim Executive Director to Executive Director. Jill Blackman also joined the FEDC staff this month as Manager of Membership and Programs. “I … [Read more...]
FEDC Nominating Committee Announces the 2016-17 Board of Directors Slate
FEDC Members, make your voice heard Are you ready to make a large impact on economic development efforts in Florida? Enjoy the rights you have as a member of FEDC and participate in determining the 2016-17 slate for the FEDC Board of Directors. A statewide member call will be held Friday, September 9 at 10:00 AM. The call in number is 888-204-5987, ACCESS CODE 3204813 It includes: Executive Committee (TO BE VOTED ON BY THE MEMBERSHIP) Chair – Larry Williams, Miami-Dade Beacon … [Read more...]
Florida’s top Economic Developers honored at annual conference
And the 2016 winners are ... The Florida Economic Development Council, the host of the 2016 Florida Economic Development Conference, held May 15-17, 2016, at the Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast, Florida, recognized the achievements of Florida's top economic developers with two prestigious awards. The Eunice Sullivan Economic Development Professional of the Year award is given annually in recognition of the accomplishments of an outstanding economic developer within the State of Florida. … [Read more...]
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