Twelve Tallahassee-based Companies Make Florida Trend’s 2025 'Best Companies to Work for in Florida' Ranking
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Twelve Tallahassee-based companies were recognized in Florida Trend’s seventeenth annual 'Best Companies To Work For In Florida' ranking, showcasing our area’s commitment to fostering exceptional work environments. These companies have excelled in creating workplaces that prioritize employee well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. As a result, Tallahassee-Leon County strengthens its reputation as a thriving hub for businesses that value their employees and invest in their success.
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OEV Celebrates Black Business Month with the Capital City Chamber
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In celebration of National Black Business Month, the Office of Economic Vitality participated in the Resilience Through Change event organized by the Capital City Chamber of Commerce. This event focused on fostering connections, inspiring one another, and honoring the entrepreneurial spirit that propels our region forward. This year's theme highlighted the strength, adaptability, and innovation of our community's business leaders. We witnessed the remarkable impact of showing up, supporting each other, and collaborating for equitable economic growth.
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Support a Black-Owned Business this Black Business Month!
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By consciously choosing to shop locally and patronize Black-owned establishments, we can create a more inclusive and equitable economy that benefits everyone. Visit the Love Your Local Tallahassee website to support black-owned businesses!
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Save the Date for the 33rd Annual Minority Enterprise Development Week Celebration!
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Join us for the 33rd Annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week Celebration from October 3–10, 2025! This week-long event is dedicated to honoring and uplifting minority and women-owned businesses in our community. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the contributions of our diverse entrepreneurs. Stay tuned for more details—this is one event you won't want to miss!
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Save the Date for Lively Technical College's Titans Rise Gala!
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Save the date for Titans Rise: A No Suits, Just Boots Gala on Thursday, September 18 at Goodwood Gardens—a vibrant evening dedicated to honoring the hands-on heroes shaping our community through essential trades, culinary arts, self-care, and healthcare professions. Join us in celebrating the diverse programs at Lively Technical College, from automotive and construction expertise to baking and wellness services, all while supporting student scholarships and program expansion.
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Vote for Danfoss Turbocor as the Coolest Thing Made in Florida!
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| Danfoss has advanced to the top 16 in the statewide bracket of the Florida Chamber of Commerce’s Coolest Thing Made in Florida contest! Now through August 16, vote once per day in each head-to-head match-up to help decide who moves on!
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Mary Cunningham
CBS MoneyWatch
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Bartholomew Jae
Area Development
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Upcoming Opportunities
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| Engineering the Future of Health Tech: Insights from Serial Entrepreneurs
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Join serial entrepreneurs Maha Sallam (VuEssence) and Lawrence Binder (VSurgic) for a candid conversation on what it takes to build and exit a successful health tech startup. With firsthand experience leading companies through acquisition and IPO, they’ll share how the industry has evolved, what’s changed in the startup playbook, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.
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SelectFlorida ABC's of Exporting Roadshow Tallahassee
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September 18, 2025
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
CareerSource Capital Region
(Find on GoogleMaps)
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New to exporting or looking to explore the latest exporting best practices? OEV and SelectFlorida have partnered up to provide an event that will help manufacturers and service providers to grow their business across international markets.
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The ABC's of Exporting Roadshow will cover assessing export readiness, identifying and targeting top foreign markets, selecting the best export market entry strategy for effective market penetration, and implementing strategies to establish market presence and expand sales.
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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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