As 2024 comes to a close, the Office of Economic Vitality (OEV) is grateful for another incredible year of achievements fueled by collaboration and community support. Together, we celebrated several milestones: During 2024, we witnessed another successful execution of the Leon Works Expo and North Florida Worlds of Work, designed to educate students across the […]
We’re thrilled to announce that 35 business leaders from Tallahassee have been named to the 2024 Florida 500 list by Florida Trend magazine! This annual publication highlights the 500 most influential figures in different economic sectors throughout the state. The presence of Tallahassee executives on the Florida 500 list underscores our growing impact on Florida’s economy while […]
The 32nd Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week, held from October 7-10, was a fantastic celebration of the minority business community’s strength and success! More than 200 attendees came together for an exciting week of events that empowered, inspired, and connected entrepreneurs and business leaders. The festivities started with a lively opening reception at Earley’s Kitchen, […]
The Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality (OEV) is proud to announce the schedule of events and award recipients for the 32nd Annual Big Bend Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week, taking place October 7–11, 2024. This weeklong celebration highlights the contributions of minority-owned businesses and fosters connections between local entrepreneurs, government, and industry leaders. This […]
The Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality (OEV) proudly announces its receipt of the 2024 International Economic Development Council (IEDC) Excellence in Economic Development Silver Award for Economic Development Organization (EDO) of the Year and a Bronze Award for promoting Economic Equity & Inclusion through the Amazon Tallahassee Robotics Fulfillment Center project. This recognition represents […]
Fifteen Tallahassee-based companies were recently recognized in Florida Trend’s sixteenth 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 strengthens its reputation as a thriving hub for […]
MWSBE Academies are a series of trainings and workshops for local businesses. They are a valuable resource for firms that want to bolster their business profile and tackle larger projects with confidence. Participating companies have the opportunity to network with other businesses, learn about new opportunities, and gain the skills & knowledge they need to […]
We’re excited to announce that Danfoss unveiled their second expansion in Tallahassee-Leon County earlier this week. Over 100 attendees—including local leadership, descendants of Danfoss founder Mads Clausen, Danfoss executives, and Danfoss customers from across the globe—heard remarks from Danfoss President & CEO Kim Fausing and Ricardo Schneider, President & CEO of Danfoss Turbocor® leading up to a […]
In the aftermath of the devastating North Florida tornadoes on May 10, OEV is compiling a comprehensive list of small business recovery resources to assist those impacted. These resources will include information on financial aid, grants, loan programs, technical assistance, and other support services designed to help small businesses rebuild and thrive once again. Check […]
Tallahassee received high marks as a leading metro area in the 2023 Leading Metro Locations report published in the Q4 2023 issue of Area Development magazine. Leading metro areas are those poised for long-term growth and are often hubs of high-tech industry, where workers may benefit from an affordable cost of living. Area Development magazine […]
The Economic Vitality Leadership Council is responsible for quarterly meeting to increase the community’s competitiveness across the six economic development initiatives, provide advice upon implementing the strategic plan, encourage collaboration across all community sectors, and recommend improvements to improve competitiveness.
The Minority, Women, and Small Business Enterprise (MWSBE) Citizen’s Advisory Committee (CAC) explores strategies for engaging and empowering MWSBEs to meet goals identified in the Economic Development Strategic Plan. This citizen-led committee provides critical input, oversight, and transparency toward OEV’s MWSBE goal attainment. It will form subcommittees and a task force to determine milestones and […]