Why Central Florida?

With a business-friendly tax climate, low operating costs and access to more than 10 million consumers within 100 miles, it’s easy to see why businesses prosper in Polk County.

Florida’s best place for business

Polk’s strategic location positions businesses at the center of the state and at the heart of the global marketplace. With regional connectivity, lower cost of living, a robust talent pipeline and responsive incentive programs, Polk County is Florida’s Best Place for Business.

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Commercial Solution Title Serves Its Customers, Many Who Face Challenges in the Current Climate

Home Solution Title and its commercial side, Commercial Solution Title, work hard to ensure the people they represent in real-estate transactions have no problems in the future with their titles.  Home Solution Title is a full-service title company. It was founded in 2008 and purchased by current owner Tara Birchfield in 2019. Their mission is […]

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Florida Poly, Catapult Partnership Aims to Drive Innovation, Student Success

Florida Polytechnic University and Lakeland’s Catapult have partnered to enhance each group’s ability to shape innovation […]

Polk County Leaders Earn Tampa Bay Business Journal Power 100 List Honors

Four Polk County leaders representing health care, higher education, banking and the grocery business have landed […]

New Shovel-Ready Business Park Prepared through the Site Readiness Process

Polk County Public Schools Hosts School Choice Showcase Events to Highlight Special Offerings

A.O. Wagner Construction Moves Full-Steam Ahead, Goal of Being the Leading Midsize Contractor Along I-4

CFDC Brings in Heavy Hitter for EconDev Forum Event to Share Strategic Secrets of Success

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“Nucor Steel has found Polk County to be an exceptional community to work with to ensure the success of our plant. We look forward to growing here and creating a positive economic impact for all of Polk County.”

Drew Wilcox, Nucor Steel Florida

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In 2020, Polk County was ranked No. 1 for having the most diversified economy in the state. Our central location and business-friendly tax environment have made Central Florida a strategic choice for companies across a wide range of industries.

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