Orlando becoming better known as a startup hub It’s fun to launch a startup if you’ve got lots of company in your community from other entrepreneurs and can bump into them at Meetups and local cafes. And the cross-pollination of ideas can make your business stronger. But if you’re starting a business in a town or city that isn’t known for creating the next Snapchat or Oculus VR, it can get a little lonely. So how do you actually pull off the advice in Brad Feld’s popular book on the subject, … [Read more...]
Design Firms’ Increasingly Integrated Role in Facility Development Projects
Design's growing role in facility development When a community is vying for a coveted relocation or expansion project, economic development leaders form a robust team of partners that work in concert to build the best business case. Architecture and engineering firms are routinely part of this team. But in a changing business landscape that is currently ripe for industrial progress, these same design firms are coming to the table as part of the conversation, yet, with a new seat … [Read more...]
President’s Message – July 25, 2014
Good Afternoon, This week FEDC held a regional event in the Tampa Bay Region: Economic Development and Elected Officials. The event was attended by 66 people including elected officials from cities, counties and the state level. The event was a huge success with thanks to FEDC Regional Director, Suzanne Christman and those who helped prepare for the event. A very special thank you to the sponsors, Florida High Tech Corridor Council, Tampa Bay Partnership and Duke Energy! Your continued support … [Read more...]
President’s Message – July 18, 2014
Good Afternoon, Please join me in welcoming FEDC’s 2014-15 Regional Directors: Northwest – Ed Gardner North Central – Jeff Hendry Northeast – Ed Randolph Tampa Bay – Suzanne Christman South Central – Tracy Whirls East Central – Marc Hoenstine Southwest – Lucienne Pears Southeast – Pete Tesch As you know FEDC has a very aggressive business plan for more regional events and education this year. Our Regional Directors are the face for FEDC in your respective regions and we are so thrilled to … [Read more...]
President’s Message – July 18, 2014
Good Afternoon, Please join me in welcoming FEDC’s 2014-15 Regional Directors: Northwest – Ed Gardner North Central – Jeff Hendry Northeast – Ed Randolph Tampa Bay – Suzanne Christman South Central – Tracy Whirls East Central – Marc Hoenstine Southwest – Lucienne Pears Southeast – Pete Tesch As you know FEDC has a very aggressive business plan for more regional events and education this year. Our Regional Directors are the face for FEDC in your respective regions and we are so thrilled … [Read more...]
President’s Message – July 11, 2014
Good Afternoon, FEDC kicked off our new fiscal year this month. There are several "new year" activities we are working on and want to share with you. First, we just sent out dues renewals for FY2015 (July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015). Thank you for your continued membership! We also ask that you take a moment today to notify us of any changes in the members that are part of the FEDC member list. We want to be sure we have the most up-to-date information to ensure accuracy and that everyone is … [Read more...]
President’s Message – July 9, 2014
Good Afternoon, FEDC kicked off our new fiscal year this month. There are several "new year" activities we are working on and want to share with you. First, we just sent out dues renewals for FY2015 (July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015). Thank you for your continued membership! We also ask that you take a moment today to notify us of any changes in the members that are part of the FEDC member list. We want to be sure we have the most up-to-date information to ensure accuracy and that everyone is … [Read more...]
President’s Message – June 20, 2014
Good Afternoon, It is almost time to renew your FEDC membership! Over the next few weeks you will receive the information you need to confirm your membership renewal. Please take this time to update staff member information, emails, websites, phone numbers, etc. This helps us ensure that all of your team receives membership benefits and has proper access to login for event registration. We are also celebrating the 2014 Florida Economic Development Council Award Winners! Today we posted all … [Read more...]
CareerSource Florida Launches Site Dedicated to Florida Training Solutions
Website connects businesses with training resources CareerSource Florida today launched a website to enhance access to Florida Training Solutions — which include its Quick Response Training and Incumbent Worker Training programs — designed to help Florida companies find, develop and keep good employees. The new site, floridatrainingsolutions.com, was presented during the Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) Southeast Regional Gathering to educate attendees, which included businesses, … [Read more...]
Study: Diversifying Florida’s Economy Through Local Economic Development
Keep it local A new report from Florida TaxWatch, Diversifying Florida's Economy Through Local Economic Development, will help local communities determine the best opportunities for economic expansion using an impact analysis of common economic development projects. Florida has countless opportunities for economic growth and local communities should carefully examine the options to ensure that they are focusing on target-rich opportunities for expansion. This report helps our state and local … [Read more...]
