OEV
Newsletter 

July 25, 2025

City of Tallahassee Utilities Recognized for Reliability and Leadership

This week, the City of Tallahassee Electric & Gas Utility was honored by the Florida Municipal Power Agency for delivering enhanced reliability to its customers. The City received two Florida Public Power Reliability Awards, including the Momentum Award, which recognizes the utility with the greatest percentage decrease in annual average outage duration. Additionally, the City was recognized for achieving a reduction of 10% or more in annual outage duration.

Vote for Danfoss as Coolest Thing

Made in Florida!

Danfoss has advanced to the statewide bracket of the Florida Chamber of Commerce’s Coolest Thing Made in Florida contest. This achievement not only showcases the company’s world-class innovation but also elevates the profile of Tallahassee-Leon County as a competitive hub for advanced manufacturing. Recognition at the state level reinforces our region’s reputation as a place where cutting-edge products are developed, talent thrives, and businesses succeed—boosting our appeal to potential investors, partners, and future workforce. This visibility helps position our community as a destination for innovation-driven growth and high-impact industry.

Now through July 28, vote once per day in each head-to-head match-up to help decide who moves on. The final winner will be crowned at the Future of Florida Forum this October, coinciding with National Manufacturing Month.

Register for the 2025 North Florida
Worlds of Work

We’re thrilled to once again support North Florida Worlds of Work (WOW) as a Presenting Sponsor!

WOW is more than a career expo. It’s a hands-on, high-energy experience that introduces students to the wide world of career possibilities right here in our region. By connecting education and industry, WOW helps build a stronger, future-ready workforce.

This work directly aligns with our mission to strengthen the local economy by investing in talent pipeline development. We’re grateful to join forces with fellow Presenting Sponsors who share this vision for our region’s success.

Employers—Sign up today and help build the talent pipeline! Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your industry and connect with your future workforce pipeline. Applications close July 31, 2025. 

County Awarded for Programs Promoting Economic Mobility & Resilience

Leon County Government has once again demonstrated its continuous commitment to excellence in public service by earning seven prestigious Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo). Of these, two programs excelled in promoting economic vitality throughout our community:

TEAM Leon, in the category of Risk and Emergency Management, provided timely and targeted financial relief to individuals and businesses affected by the tornado outbreak on May 10, 2024. A total of 472 recipients received financial assistance, including 53 businesses. The ability to retain employees and resume operations for these local businesses helped prevent prolonged economic distress within affected areas, fostering long-term community stability. 

Affordable Housing and Home Buyer Support Initiative, in the category of Community and Economic Development, leverages public-private partnerships, state and federal funding, and local resources to increase affordable housing opportunities, encouraging the addition of over 1,200 affordable rental units and successfully implementing the Homeownership Development Program. Leon County’s commitment to inclusivity and fostering economic mobility is demonstrated by its focus on historically marginalized neighborhoods and the integration of community voices into decisions, enabling first-time homeownership for low-income families.  

MWSBE Bid and RFP Announcements

The Office of Economic Vitality's MWSBE Division is your gateway to procurement and contracting opportunities with the City of Tallahassee, Leon County Government, and Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency. Our mission is to foster stronger business relationships to increase participation opportunities for certified minority, women, and small business enterprises. Unlock your potential and take advantage of these countless pathways to success! 

City of Tallahassee

Leon County

Notable News

Florida scores first place in CNBC’s economy rankings for 3rd straight year

Eric Daugherty
Florida’s Voice

Newly Enacted Florida State Laws Affecting Business Owners

Harry Teichman & Megan Leiter
Stinson

Annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Starts August 1!

Consumers can purchase qualifying back to school supplies exempt from tax during the 2025 Back to School Sales Tax Holiday which begins Friday, August 1 and extends through Sunday, August 31. 

Upcoming Opportunities
from Our Partners

Resiliency Through Change Black Business Month Celebration

Join the Capital City Chamber of Commerce for our for a powerful morning of connection, inspiration, and celebration of entrepreneurship.

This year’s theme, Resiliency Through Change, honors the strength, adaptability, and innovation of business leaders in our region and beyond.

Featured Speakers

Virtual Fall 2025 Off-Campus Part-Time Job Fair 

Registration for FSU’s Fall 2025 *Virtual* Part-Time Job Fair is open—the perfect opportunity to connect with talented students seeking paid, off-campus jobs!

This virtual fair will take place on Wednesday, August 20th, 2025 from 1:30–4:30 PM (before the fall semester officially begins allowing earlier connections with potential employees). 

Read Past Issues of the OEV Newsletter Online!

Delve into past issues of the OEV Newsletter to catch up on updates, insights, economic development initiatives, programs, and opportunities in Tallahassee-Leon County!