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Economic Development

Economic Development Offices | Selected Office Locations

Florida has implemented a decentralized approach to economic development which focuses on decision-making and leadership at the local level rather than a state agency. This guide provides links to contacts and information in local communities. Whether you currently operate a business in Florida, or if you are considering Florida as a potential location for your business, the local economic development offices listed below are among those providing access to resources, services and assistance to address business needs.

For additional information required for starting a business, operating a company in Florida, regulatory concerns, occupational licenses, tax related help or other business issues, resources addressing these needs can be located from the Florida Business Guide at State of Florida.com.

Economic Development Offices

Broward County Area (SE Florida)
Economic Development Office

Charlotte County Area (SW Florida)
Economic Development Office

Clay County Area (NE Florida)
Economic Development Council

Collier County Area (SW Florida)
Economic Development Council

Hernando County Area (West Central Florida)
SEE: Chamber of Commerce Office

Indian River County Area (SE Florida)
Treasure Coast Economic Development Coalition

Jacksonville Area (NE Florida)
Regional Development Partnership

Lee County Area (SW Florida)
Economic Development Office

Manatee County/Bradenton Area (SW Florida)
Economic Development Council

Miami/Dade County Area (SE Florida)
Beacon Council

Ocala/Marion County Area (North Central Florida)
Economic Development Council

Okaloosa County (NW Florida)
Economic Development Council

Orlando Area (Central Florida)
Economic Development Commission

Pasco County (West Central Florida)
Economic Development Council

Pensacola Area (NW Florida)
SEE: Chamber of Commerce Office

Sarasota County Area (SW Florida)
Economic Development Office

Space Coast (East Central Florida)
Economic Development Commission

St. Petersburg/Clearwater Area (West Central Florida)
Economic Development Office

Tallahassee/Leon County Area (North Florida)
Economic Development Council

Tampa Area (West Central Florida)
Tampa Bay Economic Development

Volusia County (East Central Florida)
Economic Development Office


Additional Resources


Chambers of Commerce
Additional contacts and local community information

Florida Business Guide: Doing Business in Florida
Resources and assistance for Florida business

Film Industry
Governor's Office of Film & Entertainment

Sports Industry Development
Florida Sports Foundation

Regional Planning Councils
Regional planning organizations