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Are Southern States Better Positioned for Technology Projects?

By Jonathan L. Sangster, Senior Managing Director, CBRE Consulting, CB Richard Ellis (Sep 08)

A skilled, available work force, a favorable cost environment, the necessary infrastructure, and generous financial support have created a near-perfect environment for technology companies to thrive in the South. More

Southern Technology Opportunities & Challenges

By Susan Avery (Sep 08)

Biotech, nanotech, IT, alternative energy, and other high-tech firms are advancing in the Southern region of the U.S., while still faced with today’s economic uncertainties, social and environmental issues, and competition for talent. More

Megasites Equal Megabusiness: Certification Requirements and Processes for Megasites and Supersites

By Mark Crawford (Aug/Sep 08)

Certified megasites are quickly becoming the new standard for large expansions and relocations. What factors qualify a location as a megasite? More

Florida Economy Thrives Through Life Sciences and Alternative Energy Initiatives

By Mali R. Schantz-Feld (Feb/Mar 08)

“Florida is a growth economy, even when the overall national economy is slowing,” says Sena Black, senior vice president of marketing and strategic intelligence for Enterprise Florida. Global Insight, an economic forecasting and financial analysis firm, estimated that Florida’s real GDP grew at an annualized rate of 1.7 percent in the first quarter of 2007, nearly three times as fast as the U.S. economy over the same time period. More

An In-Depth Look at the Southern States

By Mali R. Schantz-Feld (Aug 07)

The Southern states are thriving, thanks to entrepreneurs with innovative high-tech ideas, strong public and private investment, and enthusiastic support from state and local governments. More

A Discussion With Florida Governor
Charlie Crist

By Jennifer LeClaire (Apr/May 07)

Florida Governor Charlie Crist follows in the Republican footsteps of Jeb Bush, whose economic development strategies put Florida on the biotech map. Crist served as Bush’s Deputy Secretary of the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation after completing his Senate service, and in 2000 won a special election and became Florida’s last elected Commissioner of Education. He later served as Attorney General. More

A Conversation With…John Adams President and CEO of Enterprise Florida

By Mali R. Schantz-Feld (Feb/Mar 07)

“Florida’s manufacturers are diversified. They include robotics, gaming, simulation, marine sciences, aviation, defense, homeland security and medical equipment.” More

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City of Cape Coral - www.bizcapecoral.com

Cape Coral is the fourth fastest growing city in the United States, with more than 120 square miles and 4,500 acres of developable land. The city boasts a young, educated work force with a median age of 44. The city’s population tops 160,000 residents and growing. Cape Coral’s build-out population is expected to be more than 400,000. Along with the population growth, the business base is expanding as well, including companies that do business around the world. The city’s Economic Development Office is available to provide information on incentives, real estate and demographics.
Mike Jackson, Econ. Dev. Dir.

1015 Cultural Park Blvd.
Cape Coral, FL 33990
866-573-3089
239-574-0434
Fax: 239-574-0452

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Econ. Dev. Office of Lee County - www.leecountybusiness.com

Add Life to Your Business in Lee County, Fla. Located in beautiful Southwest Florida, Lee County offers the population, infrastructure and pro-business environment businesses need to grow. Most importantly, Lee County’s excellent quality of life adds life to your business. Visit our website for details including a variety of free downloadable business resources that are also available in high quality print. Ready to grow? If you want personal assistance with expanding your business, call the Lee County Economic Development Office today.
Regina Smith, Exec. Dir.

12800 University Dr., Ste. 300
Fort Myers, FL 33907
239-338-3161
Fax: 239-338-3227

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City of Miramar - www.ci.miramar.fl.us

Come see why Miramar was named amount the top 100 of “America’s Best Place to Live” by Money Magazine and is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation. There are many reasons Miramar has become a preferred locale for major corporations and Fortune 500 companies to call home. We offer: the largest commerce park in the region; incentives and assistance programs available; centrally located between the Miami and Ft. Lauderdale metro areas; less than 30 minutes to Miami and Ft. Lauderdale airports and seaports; foreign trade zone; I-75 & Florida’s Turnpike located within Miramar, I-95 minutes away; large and medium land parcels available for development.
Gus Zambrano, Dir., Econ. Dev.

2300 Civic Center Pl.
Miramar, FL 33025
954-602-3117
Fax: 954-602-3550

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Highlands Cty. Econ. Dev. Comm. - www.highlandsedc.com

Through business-friendly policies and competitive site location packages, Highlands County, Florida, welcomes new and relocating business. Targeted industries include healthcare services and manufacturing of light sport aircraft, durable medical products, and biofuels. Highlands County is centrally located within 150 miles of 85 percent of Florida’s population. Our Sebring Regional Airport and Commerce Park is a designated Foreign Trade Zone and a Community Redevelopment Area. Within our county is a Rural Enterprise Zone with a brownfield designation (idle or under-used commercial property, not contaminated), enabling locating businesses to receive significant tax incentives.
Louise England, Exec. Dir.