Welcome to Florida Small Business

I hope you find this year’s edition of Florida Small Business published by Florida Trend to be a helpful introduction, resource and toolkit for starting and growing your business in Florida.

Florida was founded on resilience, innovation and entrepreneurship. In our dynamic state of more than 23 million residents, we know you will find your perfect place to start, build or expand your business.

Throughout the issue you will find inspiration from businesses growing, expanding and thriving in Florida ... and there is no better place to do business, with no state personal income tax, no corporate income tax for limited partnerships or subchapter S-corporations, no state-level property tax assessments, and no property tax on business inventories - you and your business can focus on growth.

Florida offers a top-ranked public college and university system, a network of award winning private colleges and universities and a variety of highly targeted technical colleges and trade schools. Together these institutions help deliver Florida a strong and talented workforce.

The state is also directly focused on reducing regulation and preserving our environment and water. Florida is working hard to ensure its success and economic prosperity.

We welcome you to explore the opportunities associated with launching and expanding
your business in Florida.

David G. Denor
Publisher, Florida Trend