Delivering Results
From growing our economy to marketing the county, the EDC of Sarasota County takes a broad-based approach to tackle some of the region’s biggest challenges. From helping growing companies expand to getting a startup started with permitting, our project pipeline consists of quality businesses who are investing wealth and creating job opportunities in Sarasota County.
Delivering Results
The Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County works directly with companies, free-of-charge that are looking to expand, stay or locate in Sarasota County. We work with companies to assist with site selection, international expansion efforts and more. We also assist local companies by providing them with the access to partners to accelerate their growth, the data and research to make well-informed decisions and help them raise their profile to open up new opportunities.



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How Can We Help?
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The EDC of Sarasota County diversifies our local economy and helps create jobs for Floridians. Investing in the EDC empowers us to grow our economy and attract more business to our region.
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