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Connect in FL

Get Connected to Opportunity

Moving to a new state can be daunting – but in Florida, it’s all about the people and resources you connect with that make life here so special. Cultural diversity in Florida transcends social interactions to business ones as you discover a melting pot of thinkers, doers, leaders and future friends. There’s always a way to meet new people and build new business opportunities, whether it’s attending events or pursuing further education or training. Florida culture is made for mingling, so settle into your new home and start filling up your dance card.

Florida News You'll Use

Keep up-to-date with news and happenings in Florida.
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Florida

Upskilling Works in Florida

Florida’s colleges and universities have aggressively beefed up their workforce education and certification programs, but the state’s growth and demographics continue to outpace business and industry needs in several sectors. Florida businesses often find that, when nurtured properly, their best talent is already in house.
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Florida

Florida Repeats as No. 1 State for Talent Attraction

Florida is still on top! Lightcast again named Florida the No. 1 state for attracting and developing a skilled workforce on their latest Talent Attraction Scorecard. This ranking confirms what we already know: Florida is a magnet for top-tier talent.
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aerospace

LHERS LLC Adds Aerospace Machining Jobs in Florida

LHERS LLC, an expert in precision machining for aeronautics, space, defense and medical sectors, has established its U.S. presence in Titusville, Florida for international deployment.
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Economy

Florida is America’s No. 3 Business State

Florida was named the No. 3 state for business in CNBC’s recent 2025 rankings. The Sunshine State is home to the nation’s No. 1 economy, No. 2 workforce and is ranked third for access to capital.
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