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Join us for Economic Outlook '12 and hear Dr. Sean Snaith's global, national and local forecast for the new year.  Thursday, January 26th register here.

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See the EDC 2011 Annual Report  showcasing the work of volunteers, local governments, regional partners and staff working to create a more sustainable and prosperous community. 

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EDC of Sarasota County Annual Report Available Online

The 2011 annual report for the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County (EDC) is available as an interactive microsite through a link at www.edcsarasotacounty.com. The report details the status of strategic initiatives designed to have a long-t

Public Invited to Economic Outlook Event Featuring Economist Sean Snaith

A noted economist and a panel of business leaders will deliver insights on where Sarasota County’s economy is headed in 2012 at the annual Economic Outlook luncheon presented by the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County (EDC) on Jan. 26, 11:

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Economic Development Foundation of Sarasota County

The Economic Development Foundation of Sarasota County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that supports the work of the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County (EDC). The initial focus of the Foundation is to build entrepreneurial capacity in the region to advance the EDC’s strategic plan.
Initiatives that may be pursued for funding and support include:

• Creation of an incubator or innovation center to nurture startup companies
• Providing educational opportunities for entrepreneurs
• Mentoring and coaching entrepreneurs
• Providing networking opportunities for entrepreneurs
• Creating venture and angel capital funds
• Supporting an Economic Gardening program for CEOs of second-stage companies
• Expanding access to research and technology within the region
• Facilitating technology transfer from the laboratory to the marketplace

Board of Directors
Hugh Middlebrooks, Chair
Gene Matthews , Vice Chair
Allan Barberio, Secretary/Treasurer
George McGonagill
George Pickhardt
Jeff Reynolds

Additional information about the Foundation and the EDC is available by contacting Donna Carden, EDC Corporate Relations Director.