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The Florida Association of Destination Marketing Organizations (FADMO) today delivered “green slime” (gooey, green glow-in-the-dark putty) to Florida’s legislators with a clear message— reauthorize and fully fund VISIT FLORIDA. [Read more…] about Green Slime Deliveries to Legislature Highlight Need for VISIT FLORIDA Funding
Six months after Hurricane Michael came ashore in Mexico Beach, Florida, businesses are beginning to reopen. [Read more…] about Never Forgotten Coast Launches “What’s Open: Mexico Beach”
Following the Enterprise Florida-led trip to the MEDICA healthcare show, 23 small and mid-sized businesses reported more than $143 million in total actual and projected export sales. [Read more…] about Florida participants project more than $143 million in export sales following MEDICA
The Board of Directors for Enterprise Florida, Inc. (EFI) met Tuesday on the campus of Florida A&M University to map future initiatives and opportunities. Governor Ron DeSantis, chairman of the Board, addressed directors on his vision for future economic growth and opportunities.
“I enjoyed addressing the board of Enterprise Florida to discuss ways we can continue to increase opportunities for Floridians,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “The private sector plays an integral role in our success and I appreciate the work Enterprise Florida does to drive business to our state.”
“Florida’s future is bright, our governor is bold, and Enterprise Florida is ready to be the go-to hub for the insight and intelligence we will need for the economic growth and diversification that our citizens deserve,”said Joe York, Vice Chairman of the Enterprise Florida Board of Directors.
The Board also received updates on Opportunity Zones and EFI strategies for financial services and aviation/aerospace industry job creation in Florida.
“As we sit here at the end of the first quarter in 2019, we are a better organization with a distinct mission and we aim to keep getting better,” said Jamal Sowell, President and CEO of EFI. “Governor DeSantis is committed to undertaking some pretty bold ventures on behalf of Floridians, and EFI is orienting itself to execute his strategy.”
About Enterprise Florida
Enterprise Florida, Inc. (EFI) is a partnership between Florida’s businesses and government leaders and is the principal economic development organization for the state. EFI facilitates job growth through recruitment and retention; small business growth through international trade and exporting programs; promotion of sporting events; promotion and protection of Florida’s military bases; and capital funding programs to assist small and minority businesses.
Consumer sentiment among Floridians increased slightly two-tenths of a point in March to 100.8 from February’s revised figure of 100.6. [Read more…] about Consumer sentiment holds steady in March
To celebrate its first 100 years of success, The Suddath Companies held a Centennial Celebration with the people who make that success possible every day. [Read more…] about Suddath Celebrates 100 Years of Innovation by Hosting Centennial Event for Employees
Florida’s housing market reported higher median prices and increased inventory (active listings) in February compared to a year ago, according to the latest housing data released by Florida Realtors®. [Read more…] about Florida’s Housing Market: Median Prices, Inventory Rise in Feb. 2019
The Florida Association of Destination Marketing Organizations (FADMO) today joined with tourism industry partners to celebrate Florida Tourism Day, which serves to remind Florida lawmakers and people throughout our state of the major positive impact local tourism has on their communities and quality of life. [Read more…] about Florida Tourism Day Highlights the Significant Impact of Tourism on the State’s Economy
Florida Realtors and the Dubai Land Department today signed a joint Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during MIPIM 2019, the international real estate and property investors conference held March 12-15, 2019, in Cannes, France. [Read more…] about Florida Realtors® and the Dubai Land Department Sign MoU
Florida Realtors® and the Spanish International Realty Alliance® (SIRA) today signed a joint Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during MIPIM 2019, the international real estate and property investors conference held March 12-15, 2019, in Cannes, France. [Read more…] about Florida Realtors® and the Spanish International Realty Alliance® (SIRA) Sign Cooperative Agreement for the Future
