Find Your Perfect Place in the Sun

A Message From the Publisher

David Denor | 5/7/2021

I hope you find this Opportunity Guide to be a helpful introduction to the diversity and depth of Florida’s business community.

Florida’s story is one of resilience, innovation and entrepreneurship.

In this dynamic state of more than 21 million residents, we know you can find your perfect place in the sun to start or expand your business. In this issue, I hope you will enjoy reading the stories of businesses moving, growing and thriving in the Sunshine State.

We are the right place to do business, with no state personal tax, no corporate income tax or limited partnerships or subchapter S-corporations, no state-level property tax assessments, and no property tax on business inventories.

With a top-ranked public university system, a new Get There Florida workforce education initiative, growing manufacturing sector, and investments in reducing regulation and preserving our environment and water, Florida is working hard to ensure its success as a model for accelerated recovery and economic prosperity.

We welcome you to explore the opportunities of doing business in Florida, from coast to coast.

David G. Denor
Publisher, Florida Trend

Tags: Florida Small Business, Support Team

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