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