The day after the Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency appointed itself as the new economic development organization last week, the Office of Economic Vitality began to take shape. “We’ve been exceptionally busy,” said Ben Pingree, director of Planning, Land Management and Community Enhancement, “starting from first thing Tuesday morning after the IA meeting.” Pingree has formally alerted the […]
The Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality and Leon County Government are hosting the 11th annual Leon Works Expo. The event aims to connect employers, academic institutions, and students, allowing students to explore skilled trades. Students will learn from individuals with local success stories and engage with employers to discover the career that best fits […]
Join us for the 43rd Annual Big Bend Regional Small Business Week—the region’s premier celebration of entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic development—from May 5 to 7, 2026. Hosted by the SBDC at FAMU, this three-day event brings together small business owners, corporate leaders, government agencies, and community stakeholders from across the nation. Expect inspiring speakers, valuable […]