Florida: Resources
Economic Development Offices of Florida
This site provides a list of links to the Economic Development Offices or Counsels for different counties and areas of Florida.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2012
Employ Florida Marketplace
This site is useful for employers looking for suitable employees. The site offers various services, such as recruitment, education, labor market, training grants, tax credit, and more. Under the labor market section, there is additional information on employment in different industry areas by region, profiles of typical salary and benefits for different positions, and other labor market information.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2012
Enterprise Florida
Enterprise Florida provides information on why Florida is a good place to do business, the industries in Florida, the different regions, international business, exporting, trade links, and more. A variety of services are also offered, such as help with establishing a facility in Florida, starting or expanding a business, R & D, and international assistance.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2012
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity offers useful information for those seeking a job and those looking to hire, as well as sections regarding business growth, labor market information, and community planning & development. (Site is also available in Spanish and Creole.)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 2, 2012
Florida Department of State Division of Corporations
This is a resource for corporations based in Florida. Official business documents are available from this site, as well as services such as e-filing and e-certification. Forms for businesses wishing to incorporate are also available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2012
Florida Disaster Planning
This website, courtesy of the state of Florida, aids businesses in developing a plan of action in case of damage to or destruction of your business. The plan includes preparing your business for a disaster, important contacts and information for a given area, and important steps for before, during, and after a disaster.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2012
Florida International University Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER)
The Center for International Business Education and Research at Florida International University provides helpful information to those interested in forming partnerships for faculty development and outreach, mainly to Latin America. It also provides international business education and research programs.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2012
Florida Trend
This website provides a broad range of information, including business news in Florida, plus industry, law, government, etc. information. There is a special section with items such as a business opportunities guide for Florida, a small business start guide, and even the most recent business research.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2012
Florida Women’s Business Center
The FWBC is a member-based organization, which offers a variety of services including educational workshops, counseling sessions, business incubation, technology aid, and networking events to support women in business in Florida.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 2, 2012
Small Business Development Center
The Small Business Development Center at the University of Central Florida offers different training seminars for small business entrepreneurs.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2012
South Florida Business Journal: Local Business News
In addition to providing business news and articles, the South Florida Business Journal also provides a number of useful business resources, and information on events and networking opportunities.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 10, 2012
South Florida International Chamber of Commerce
The South Florida International Chamber of Commerce strives to bring business to its members. The Chamber promotes member companies through a variety of marketing techniques. Fees are required to join and are based on company size, number of locations, additional services desired etc.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2012
Sun-Sentinel Business News
This section of Sun-Sentinel, a south Florida based news provider, has up-to-date business news for the state, as well as various business articles. You can also register for a free daily business newsletter to stay on top of business and consumer news.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2012
U.S. Export Assistance Centers of Florida
The Florida branch of the Department of Commerce that specializes in helping small to medium sized companies develop and execute exporting strategies. Fees vary and are based on the service being provided. A free trade finance guide is available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 1, 2011
University of Florida Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER)
The University of Florida CIBER is a resource for businesses, educators and students. It provides a variety of programs through which it promotes international business.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2012