From Big Ideas to Bright Futures: Kidpreneurs Launch Their Entrepreneurial Journey!
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Every successful business begins with an idea—and this summer, Big Bend children are discovering that they have what it takes to bring their own ideas to life. Through the Kidpreneur Summer Business Learning Program, aspiring entrepreneurs ages 8–12 are exploring the fundamentals of business in a fun, hands-on environment that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and confidence. Hosted by the Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend Region in partnership with the Capital City Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by the Office of Economic Vitality (OEV), the free program is helping inspire the next generation of innovators while building skills that will benefit participants for years to come.
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The program kicked off with its first workshop, where young entrepreneurs and their families worked together to lay the foundation for their future businesses. Participants developed business plans, selected business names, created memorable slogans, and designed original logos, while caregivers played an active role in encouraging and supporting each step of the process. Throughout the summer, Kidpreneurs will continue transforming their ideas into viable business concepts before showcasing them in a marketplace experience. By introducing entrepreneurship at an early age, the program is helping cultivate the creativity, resilience, and problem-solving skills that contribute to a stronger future workforce and a more vibrant economy in Tallahassee-Leon County.
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Building Business Resilience: Hurricane Preparedness from Local Leaders
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Hurricane season is here! We asked local business owners how they're preparing, what their biggest concerns are, and what advice they have for others. Watch to hear their insights!
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Leon County in the Top Quartile for Business Formations Per Capita
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Entrepreneurship continues to be a key driver of the Tallahassee-Leon County economy. Leon County consistently accounts for about 80% of all business formations in the Tallahassee metro area. In 2025, the Tallahassee metro area recorded 6,950 business formations, up 3.5% from 6,716 in 2024, reflecting continued confidence in the local economy. On a per-capita basis, Leon County consistently ranks among the top 25% of U.S. counties for business formations per capita.
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Business Formation Statistics (BFS) complied by the US Census Bureau measure business initiation activity and the cycle from initiation to realized business formation. BFS data gives an early look at business formation activity by covering Employer Identification Number (EIN) applications, including those associated with starting a new employer business.
Source: US Census Bureau, Business Formation Statistics; 2024 ACS, Table S0101
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| 30-Minute Business Strategy Advisory Session
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Looking to strengthen your leadership skills, improve decision-making, and create a sustainable growth strategy for your business?
Join us for an exclusive Business Strategy Development Advisory Session with Professional Business Coach Audra N. Fournier at Domi Station. This one-on-one advisory opportunity is designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders seeking expert guidance on navigating challenges, refining their business strategy, and scaling with confidence.
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Read Past Issues of the OEV Newsletter Online!
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Delve into past issues of the OEV Newsletter to catch up on updates, insights, economic development initiatives, programs, and opportunities in Tallahassee-Leon County!
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