Economic Development Partnerships

The Office of Economic Development has many partners in the State of Florida. They include the Broward Alliance, The Governor's Office of Tourism, Trade, and Economic Development (OTTED), Enterprise Florida (EFI), Workforce One, and Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC).

The Office of Economic Development's Director is the County's contract administrator for the County's public/private partnership agreement with the Broward Alliance. The Office of Economic Development works closely with the Broward Alliance to produce our County Commission approved performance measures. The County/Alliance partnership, through efforts with active Broward municipalities produce an increase in job opportunities for Broward residents and an increase in the tax base while helping to improve the quality of life in Broward County.

The Governor's Office of Tourism, Trade, and Economic Development works closely with the OED to form a seamless process in bringing closure to incentives that have been offered at both local and state levels.

Enterprise Florida is the State of Florida's public/private economic development organization. The partnership between Enterprise Florida, and the County's Office of Economic Development is to coordinate local and statewide efforts in offering incentives for companies that create high wage value-added jobs in targeted industries.

Workforce One is the local public/private partnership that supports and promotes economic growth through workforce development. The Office of Economic Development coordinates with Workforce One to promote welfare reform initiatives, successful entry into the workforce, and meeting the changing needs of employers to avert worker dislocations.

Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) is a membership-based not-for-profit (501C(6)) corporation that relies on support from its members and sponsors to educate and inform business and government leaders about key economic development issues and initiatives. The Office of Economic Development in partnership with the FEDC has been instrumental in promoting a diverse Florida economy. FEDC's "Team Florida" business assistance initiative resulted in strong legislative support for economic stimulus and targeted marketing funds to promote the state's business image.

Florida Office of Tourism, Trade & Economic Development
Enterprise Florida
Broward Alliance
Workforce Florida
Florida Economic Development Council