Life Sciences & Medical Technologies

Pinellas County is building the future with innovative Life Sciences and Medical Technologies industry leaders and the support of a strong existing supplier network.

Ingenuity in medicine and medical devices.

Florida is home to the nation’s second-largest medical device manufacturing industry, second-largest pharmaceutical manufacturing industry and is ranked in the top five states for largest biotech R&D. With a strong supplier network and strong workforce pipeline of STEM graduates, it’s no wonder that nearly half of all life sciences companies in the Tampa Bay region are located in Pinellas County. Statewide organizations such as the Pinellas-based Florida Medical Manufacturers’ Consortium (FMMC), as well as educational and governmental partners have a vested interest in expanding this vital sector. Pinellas offers a pro-business environment with job creation tax incentives, low tax rates, a developed infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and strong educational institutions focused on industry needs.

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Industry Leaders

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Quick Facts

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7,000+

Medical Tech jobs in Pinellas County.

1/5

of Florida’s economic activity in Medical Devices is from Pinellas County.

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#2

Top State in the US for FDA Registered Established.

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#2

Best State for Business is Florida.

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News & Success Stories

Stay updated on the latest business news in Pinellas County.

April 2026 Business news

Out now: the April 2026 issue of Pinellas County Business News, sharing results from the 15th Annual Reverse trade Show, upcoming events for medical device manufacturers and defense industry companies, and an invitation to participate in a hurricane recovery exercise.

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Pinellas County Reverse Trade Show: Connecting Businesses to Buyers for 15 Years

In its 15th year, the 2026 Pinellas County Reverse Trade Show connected more than 120 business attendees to buyers from 24 government agencies and prime contractors, exceeding expectations and capitalizing on the Tampa Bay region’s growth in government contracting opportunities for small businesses.

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