ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE OF BAY COUNTY

WWW.BAYEDA.COM / 850.215.9965

Welcome to Bay County, Florida! Bay EDA is delighted to have you in our community and hope you are enjoying the unsurpassed quality of life and exceptional business climate.

Bay EDA supports the existing pillars of the economy and is dedicated to growing and diversifying the Bay County economy. Public and private partners are committed to growing quality jobs in the targeted sectors of aviation and aerospace, technology, advanced manufacturing, distribution, and logistics. Whether someone is looking to start, expand, or relocate their business, Bay EDA has the tools, resources, and support available to make an informed and smart decision to ensure success in Bay County.

Bay EDA’s team of professionals is available to confidentially assist those interested in doing business in Bay County with the following services:

• Confidential Project Management

• Site Selection

• Customized Research

• Demographic and Labor Market Analysis

• State and Local Incentives Assistance

• Permitting Assistance

• Workforce Development

• Public/ Private Partnerships

• Real Estate Marketing

Once settled, Bay EDA hopes to have the opportunity to meet you and would love for you to help spread the word about the great assets here.

BAY COUNTY’S COMMUNITY ASSETS

• Two pad ready economic development sites certified by McCallum Sweeney International Site Location Consultants

• Certified site with direct rail access at the Port’s Intermodal Distribution Center

• International Airport with a 10,000 foot runway and thousands of acres for development

• Strong Deep-Water Port

• Freight rail & interstate connectivity

• Tier-One Research University Regional Campus

• Skilled workforce bolstered by major military presence

• Advanced Technology Center

• No State Income Tax

• Right to Work State