Pinellas County, FL
The Ideal Business Climate
Accelerate your company’s growth in a pro-business ecosystem along Florida’s sparkling Gulf Coast filled with boundless market opportunities.
Imagine your company in a community that has it all for large and small businesses to succeed — a diverse pool of trained individuals, access to international markets and suppliers, upgraded infrastructure, an entrepreneurial culture, incomparable beaches and all the community amenities that your employees desire. With so much potential located at the center of the robust Tampa Bay market, it’s no coincidence so many companies are choosing to open and expand in one of the most business-friendly counties in the U.S. Gain a competitive advantage in Pinellas County.
Why Pinellas?
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Communities of Pinellas County
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Quick Facts
3rd
Largest manufacturing base of
employment in Florida
360+
Average days
of sunshine
7,000+
Aviation
& aerospace industry
professionals
971,218
Population
1
International
Airport
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News & Success Stories
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about Business in Pinellas
Florida chamber: State GDP projected to outpace US — again — this year
St. Pete Chamber’s 127th annual event highlights momentum
Florida invests in state college nursing programs to address workforce shortages
Ice & Water Supplier Rebuilds and Expands with Help from Florida SBDC at PCED
Business partners Murad Ajaney and Saleem Hussein turned to the Florida Small Business Development Center at PCED for assistance after their business, Dolphin Ice and Water, sustained damage from the 2024 hurricanes. With the professional assistance of business consultant Kurt Forster, they obtained crucial funding to repair equipment, restock inventory, and get back to serving customers quickly, enabling the company to resume expansion plans that will make Dolphin Ice and Water the largest ice producer in Florida.
Pinellas County Business News – January 2026
Start the new year with the latest news for businesses in Pinellas County! Inside, you’ll find feature stories about the benefits of FTZ designation and local companies that are growing with help from our expert team, as well as information on upcoming events designed to help your business thrive.
