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Growing Diversity in Florida

Florida’s population has increased by 14% over the last decade. The 2020 Census shows an impressive growth in race and ethnicity diversity along with the population boom, specifically the 4% increase in Hispanic and Latino population. Surging job opportunities is one of the major factors contributing to the increasing diversity, as Florida’s business-friendly climate continues […]
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Destination Florida: Discover investment and tax incentives on offer in the Sunshine State

Florida consistently ranks among the best states for doing business, thanks to pro-corporate state tax policies, competitive cost structures and streamlined regulatory environment. This white paper looks at the wide array of incentives designed to spur economic investment both from home and abroad, the skilled and adaptable workforce underpinning these efforts, and the industries at […]
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Percepto Opens Drone Facility in Riviera Beach

April 28, 2022 – Riviera Beach, FL – The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County (BDB) is pleased to announce the opening of Percepto, the leading autonomous inspection and monitoring solution provider, revolutionizing how industrial sites monitor and inspect their critical infrastructure and assets. The company, with roots in Israel, will occupy an 11,000 sq. […]
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2022’s Best Large Cities to Start a Business

Americans are born with an entrepreneurial streak. It’s in our DNA. From the Gold Rush to the Industrial Revolution to the Internet Age, intense periods of innovation have molded our economy and sparked important societal advancements. That said, the past few years have been one of the toughest times ever for business owners in the […]
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