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About the BDBMC ISSUE
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Small Business Saturday Mo nthly Employment Data Pg. 4
BDBMC Luncheon Pg. 5
Regional Activity Pg. 6
Indiantown Enterprise Zone Pg. 7
Business Briefs Pg. 8 Job Fair Pg. 9
Community Outreach Pg. 10 BDBM C A ctiv ity
Upcoming BDBMC Board Meeting
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BUSINESS MATTERS monthly economic development newsletter for martin county
ISSUE 15
OCTOBER 2014
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The Business Development Board of Martin County (BDBMC) held its Annual Business Appreciation Luncheon on October 29th at the Hutchinson Island Marriott. At this event, we honor our local businesses in 5 categories and present the Charlene Hoag award. Congratulations to Prime Source Accessories, Bausch Enterprises, PAC Seating Systems, PeakVision and Ocean Master Marine as this year’s recipients. I would also like to congratulate Donna Carman, the 2014 Charlene Hoag Award Winner. Donna’s dedication and commitment to Western Martin County and the surrounding area is second to none and is well deserving of this recognition. Thank you to all of our sponsors that support this event each year and to the 250 CEOs, elected officials, community leaders and business owners that made the event possible. The BDBMC began the 2014-15 fiscal year on October 1st and it’s proving to be very busy. We are currently assisting 66 expansion, relocation or retention projects in Martin County and continue to work directly with our local small business community addressing their needs. The BDBMC has also been participating with our Research Coast Regional Partnership made up of St. Lucie, Okeechobee, Indian River and Martin County to market the four county region as a desirable location to do business. It’s important to realize that companies relocating or expanding to any of the four counties, benefit the State of Florida, specifically the Research Coast.
As we move into November, Jill and I would like to wish you and your families a safe and happy Thanksgiving Holiday and thank you for your continued support of the BDBMC’s mission. Sincerely,
Tim Dougher Executive Director
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