Big Bend Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week is an annual event that celebrates the achievements and contributions of minority-owned businesses in the Tallahassee-Leon County region.
DetailsThe 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.
DetailsThe 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 deliverables associated with the Tallahassee-Leon County Disparity Study.
DetailsThis academy will cover the DBE Certification process and provide an overview of the over $100 million in upcoming Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) projects from FDOT District 3, the Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency, and the Tallahassee International Airport.
DetailsLearn about business analytic tools SizeUp OEV and IBIS World with the OEV Team.
DetailsLeon County and the City of Tallahassee created the Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency in accordance with Florida Statutes Section 163.01(7). The Intergovernmental Agency Board of Directors, comprised of the Leon County Board of County Commissioners and the Tallahassee City Commission, provides leadership of the Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency and implements the programs and projects of the Office of Economic Vitality. Intergovernmental Agency Board of Directors Bylaws
DetailsThe 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 […]