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...]
It’s time to concentrate on Economic Development Education
Our leaders must be reminded of the advantages of Economic Development Incentives After the recent budget negotiations in the Florida legislature, FEDC Vice Chair of Advocacy, Danita Andrews noted the following vital points about economic development education: "I believe we have some fundamental ground to cover immediately, in the following session and leading up to next legislative session related to educating or re-educating our legislature and elected officials on the key points of … [Read more...]
Space Coast EDC Successful in Legal Case Settlement with Clerk of the Court
EDC Successful in Legal Case Settlement with Brevard County Clerk of the Court Thursday, March 4th, 2016. The following is an announcement from Space Coast EDC President and CEO Lynda Weatherman: "As an Investor in the EDC, we have kept you updated on our ongoing legal case with the Brevard County Clerk of the Court regarding a request for public records. The EDC offered mediation as an avenue to resolve this case. Today, the EDC participated in a voluntary mediation conference, … [Read more...]
Attend the 2016 Florida Economic Development Conference
Now’s the time to start thinking about the 2016 conference Each year FEDC hosts the Florida Economic Development Conference. This is the premiere economic development networking and professional development event of the year. Register and get your tickets today for a variety of conference activities: GOLF, AWARDS, FULL CONFERENCE, SPECIAL SITE SELECTOR ENGAGEMENT! EARLY BIRD conference registration is in effect until March 11. Include the promo code SAVETODAY to take advantage of a $100 … [Read more...]
It’s time to support proposed reforms for Enterprise Florida
FEDC Chair Bob Swindell endorses Governor Scott's proposed reforms for Enterprise Florida Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) Board Chair, Bob Swindell has announced his support for Governor Scott’s proposed reforms for Enterprise Florida, including the creation of the Florida Enterprise Fund. Swindell said, “I support Governor Scott’s proposal to create the Florida Enterprise Fund to strengthen Florida’s ability to successfully compete for new high-wage jobs for Floridians. … [Read more...]
Fifth District Court Rules in Favor of Space Coast EDC Appeal
Space Coast EDC issues statement on the Ellis case From the Economic Development Commission of Florida's Space Coast: Claudia Devitt, Sr Manager, Marketing and Communications (321) 638-2000 CDevitt@SpaceCoastEDC.org The Florida Fifth District Court of Appeal has ruled in favor of the Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast’s appeal regarding public records request, and remanded the case back to the lower court for further rulings. “We are grateful for today’s’ … [Read more...]
Winners of FEDC 2015 Economic Development Awards Announced
Florida’s Top Economic Developers Honored at 2015 Annual Conference The Florida Economic Development Council, host to the 2015 Florida Economic Development Conference presented by Florida Power & Light Company and held July 13-15 at the Walt Disney World Swan hotel, has recognized the achievements of Florida’s best economic developers with two prestigious awards. The Eunice Sullivan Economic Development Professional of the Year award is given annually in recognition of the achievements … [Read more...]
An enlightening profile of the Haines City Economic Development Council
The Central Florida Development Council takes a look at Haines City EDC CFDC recently posted an informative profile of the Haines City Economic Development Council. The post covers the uniquely cooperative relationship between the two economic development organizations. President and chief executive officer of the Haines City EDC, Cyndi Jantomaso discusses how the EDCs work together to bring new enterprises to Polk County. The Haines City Industrial Park is also covered in detail. It's a … [Read more...]
A review of the 2015 Special Session by Career Source Florida
A look at the results of the 2015 Special Session In a recent newsletter, Career Source Florida offered this review of the Florida legislature's 2015 Special Session. . 2015 Special Session Sine Die Late Friday, June 19, the Florida Senate and Florida House of Representatives Sergeants at Arms dropped the traditional handkerchiefs in the ceremonial end to the 2015 special legislative session after Florida’s nearly $78.8 billion budget was approved by both chambers.The special legislative … [Read more...]
An important message from the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
Proposed changes to Florida economic development programs The following message was provided by Burt C. Von Hoff, Special Programs Manager, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, Division of Strategic Business Development. Greetings from Tallahassee! We are attaching a copy of Chapter 2015-221, Laws of Florida, an Act relating to Taxation, as well as the final staff analysis for House Bill 33A. This bill was initially introduced as PCB FTC 15-05: Taxation, was amended as House Bill … [Read more...]
