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The Economic Development Alliance

The Bay County Economic Development Alliance (EDA) is a public/private partnership partnership working to establish a globally competitive environment for Bay County which encourages economic growth, enhances the community's quality of life and nurtures the creation and expansion of business.

The EDA's team of professionals is available to confidentially assist those interested in doing business in Bay County. The staff can provide a thorough evaluation of the region, including the following.

• Site Selection Assistance

• Customized Research

• Demographic and Labor Market Analysis

• State and Local Incentives

• Workforce Development

The EDA is also involved in regional and state economic development organizations, including Florida's Great Northwest, the Florida Economic Development Council and Enterprise Florida. The EDA targets industries that diversify the economy and pay higher than average wages with benefits and have a competitive advantage within Bay County.

Aviation, Aerospace, Defense and National Security

Renewable Energy and Environment

Health Sciences

Transportation and Logistics

Information Technology

Research and Engineering Services

Manufacturing

Corporate Headquaters

Enterprise Bay:

Chamber members also have an opportunity to participate in the Economic Development Alliance by becoming a member of Enterprise Bay.

Private companies and individuals participate in EDA activities and committees by joining Enterprise Bay. The objective of Enterprise Bay is to provide additional financial resources and guidance to the EDA's efforts in attracting new jobs to Bay County.

For more information about the EDA, visit www.BayEDA.com