Success Stories
Read stories of how companies have utilized the expertise and resources offered by PCED to find success in Pinellas County.
Pinellas County Economic Development
Pinellas County’s International Business Development Efforts Attract Australian Delegation to Explore Trade Opportunities
In early May 2024, several Pinellas County businesses enjoyed a unique opportunity. As part of Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week, a delegation of Australian Defense companies toured St. Petersburg’s Maritime and Defense Technology HUB, meeting with companies to explore potential connections for trade and investment.
Brent Barkway, Pinellas County Economic Development (PCED) Economic Development Manager, explains, “SOF Week draws over 20,000 attendees to the Tampa Bay area – we wanted to capitalize on that and connect with decision-makers who might not otherwise know about the benefits and opportunities for doing business here in Pinellas.”
Other past stories
- 12/1/2023 – Hydro-Dyne Engineering Overcomes Challenges and Continues Growth with Assistance from PCED
- 10/1/2023 – IMT Analytics Chooses Pinellas County, Florida for U.S. Expansion
- 7/1/2023 – How Pinellas County Economic Development Is Using TampaBaySites.org to Drive Investment
- 6/1/2023 – Networking Forum Creates Opportunities for Pinellas Defense Industry
- 5/1/2023 – PCED Business Visit Helps Three Local Companies Access Tools to Fuel Growth
- 10/18/2022 – Catalent Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to Mark Enhanced Development Capabilities and Additional Pilot Plant Area
- 9/13/2022 – Europe’s Top Producer of Epoxy Finds a Footing in St. Petersburg, Florida with Assistance from Pinellas County Economic Development
- 9/6/2022 – Pinellas County Commission Celebrates Completion of new Employment Sites Program Supported Industrial Building in Oldsmar, FL.
- 7/27/2022 – Collision Conference 2022: Fostering Pinellas County’s Tech Industry Through Shared Partnership
- 2/25/2022 – The #1-selling Sauce on Amazon.com Belongs to a Clearwater Small Business
- 2/15/2022 – Pinellas County breaks ground on site of future Regional Business Incubator
Florida SBDC at Pinellas County
A Need for Innovation and Hygiene turns into Business Success
In 2020, during the pandemic, Darryl and Chelsea McIntyre were in the midst of potty training their son when they quickly realized that they didn’t want him touching the public toilet seats. That’s when the couple decided to create a small business, Bubbas Potty Protection, which specializes in disposable toilet seat covers with adhesive backings and naming it after their son’s nickname. With a commitment to innovation and hygiene, this company has become a key player in the industry, offering a product that ensures cleanliness and peace of mind.
Other past stories
- Medical Care Business Flourishes While Advocating for the Underserved
- Woman Finds Her Passion in Real Estate, Giving Back
- Dumpsters 4 Rent Thrives by Serving Small Businesses
- Defense Company Gains Business Opportunities with Homeland Security and U.S Coast Guard
- Permanent Jewelry Business Finds New Home in St. Petersburg
- Flavorful Puerto Rican Food Truck Gets its Start in St. Petersburg
- Firefighting Alert System Makes Waves Across the United States
- IT Company Finds Success in St. Petersburg Technological Hub
- Tattoo Company Inks a Bright Future in Tarpon Springs
- Daydreamers Café
- The Crumb Factory
- Salty Sisters Gourmet Popcorn
- Caldwell Management Solutions
- Detail Depot
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