Tag: economic development

MISSION • We are committed to the development of small business relationships, and we are working to establish a network of small business providers to create a mechanism for the significant transfer of owners and aspiring entrepreneurs, ensuring continuity of services. • Create programs and events to develop the individual, expand workforce talent, advocate for innovative community initiatives, and inspire Read more...

MISSION Powered by an ethos of collaboration, the Florida High Tech Corridor aligns opportunities and resources across academia, industry and economic development to unleash the region’s “expotential.” DESCRIPTION Established in 1996, The Corridor is a nonprofit economic development partnership of the University of Central Florida (UCF), the University of South Florida (USF) and the University of Florida (UF). More than Read more...

MISSION Promoting business growth and success since 1925. The Venice Area Chamber of Commerce believes in creating a dynamic environment for a thriving, vibrant and prosperous business community for the greater Venice Area. DESCRIPTION The Venice Area Chamber of Commerce is a 1,000 + member business organization reaching over 35,000 employees. Through our partnership with Visit Sarasota County, we are Read more...

MISSION Venice MainStreet is committed to preserving and enhancing the character, beauty, and economic vitality of historic downtown Venice. DESCRIPTION We are a community based economic development organization; we achieve our goals through marketing, promotion, and historic preservation advocacy for historic downtown Venice and beyond. SERVICES/PROGRAMS • Historic downtown Venice special events • Marketing • Business • Services • Calendar Read more...