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Welcome messages from Governor Charlie Crist, Florida's Secretary of State Kurt S. Browning, Enterprise Florida and Florida Small Business Publisher.


“Innovation is the key to competitiveness and, in Florida, we have focused on creating a healthy business climate that keeps taxes low and encourages free enterprise to thrive. I invite you to join the ranks of visionaries, entrepreneurs and hardworking Floridians whose pursuit of the American dream has been nurtured in the Sunshine State.”

— Charlie Crist
Governor of Florida
myflorida.com


 


 


“Every day, millions of visitors from around the world visit the Florida Department of State Division of Corporation’s website, www.sunbiz.org, to learn about the advantages of incorporating in Florida. Businesses choose Florida because we provide a complete package of incorporation services including up-to-date corporate laws, a business friendly state government and a customer service-oriented staff. We look forward to having you join our business community.”

Kurt S. Browning
Florida Secretary of State
sunbiz.org


 


 


“Innovation is the centerpiece of Florida’s strategy for increasing economic diversity and the availability of jobs in targeted high-growth industries. Small business development and entrepreneurship are critical factors in this effort because of their proven ability to generate a high rate of job growth. As they prosper, so does Florida.”

John A. Adams Jr., Ph.D.
President and CEO
of Enterprise Florida Inc.
eflorida.com


 


 


“Florida’s economy is driven by the vitality and success of its small and growing businesses. Our goal with Florida Small Business is to deliver practical information, useful and valuable tips and inspiring success stories to help your business thrive. Along with our partners, Enterprise Florida and the Florida Economic Development Council,
I invite you to make use of all of our publications and online resources to ensure your future business success.”

Lynda Keever
Group Publisher of Florida Trend
& Florida Small Business
floridatrend.com
floridasmallbusiness.com

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