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once start-ups. How we treat our new and existing business is as individuals. There are a variety of education and workforce
also the best advertisement for new recruitment. training options to help residents develop the skillsets necessary
to be an attribute to their employers. Our live, work and play
How does the International Program at Pasco EDC assist lifestyle in a suburban environment offers access to great
both local and foreign-owned enterprises operating in amenities like world class beaches, the arts, sports, outdoor
Pasco County? recreation, and the first Crystal Lagoon in the U.S.

Our International Program includes trade counseling for
both export and import, and trade missions designed to help
our companies find additional markets abroad. Pasco-based
companies are eligible for grants to attend trade missions.
Our Foreign Direct Investment Program not only includes site
location assistance and incentives, but also offers a soft-landing
program for smaller companies to locate at our incubators
called “SMARTLandings.”

What measures are taken to ensure businesses have the
resources they need to be successful in your region?

Our citizens understand economic development and the need
to remain competitive. They have repeatedly voted to fund
economic development programs using sales tax revenues.
What new strategies will Pasco EDC be implementing to
What industry sectors are you more focused on recruiting continue to attract foreign direct investment in 2019?
to Pasco County? We will be focusing on smaller, competitive companies that
Our focus is currently on six primary target industries: Life want to be part of our growing community.
Sciences & Medical Technology, Business & Professional
Services, Electronics, Aerospace, Aviation & Defense, Logistics How important is it to be known as Florida's most competitive
& Distribution, and Advanced Manufacturing. climate for business growth?
I think we already offer the most competitive climate for
business growth in Florida, but it’s important the rest of the
world knows. We want more companies to come and access our
talent, leverage our regional assets and geographic location and
enjoy our pro-business government policies. We want our Pasco
companies to be wildly successful and make lots of money!

START. MOVE. GROW

y our b us i ne s s he r e

What countries would you like to see more investment
from?

We welcome all FDI, but I think that areas like China and India
have some great opportunities in Florida, as well as some of our
current partners like Germany, Switzerland, France, and Japan. (813) 926-0827 ext. 224
bcronin@pascoedc.com
What are the benefits of doing business in Pasco County?
http://www.pascoedc.com
Pasco County boasts an affordable lifestyle for families as well

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