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EDC breakfast on Aug. 11 to feature economic impact of sports in Sarasota County

The Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County (EDC) will host a breakfast and panel discussion featuring the impact of sports on Sarasota County’s economy.

Film Office lures top industry experts to August events in Sarasota County

The Sarasota County Film and Entertainment Office (SCFEO), a division of the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County, has lured several top industry experts to share insights at upcoming events in Sarasota

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EDC Investor Breakfast
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
7:45 a.m. - 9:00am
Sarasota Yacht Club

SCFEO August Film Mixer/Reception
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m.
University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee

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Welcome to Sarasota County, Florida

Long recognized for its charming cities with world-class arts and culture, Sarasota County today is on the national map as a great place to live and work. Sarasota County anchors the middle of Florida’s western coast, 60 miles south of Tampa Bay.

Blessed with inspiring natural beauty and an appealing climate, this coastal paradise is one of the Southeast’s most dynamic business centers. Sarasota County has many of the attributes necessary for success in the global economy: superior schools, significant research and education facilities, high educational attainment and a regional workforce of more than 350,000. 

A leader in innovative environmental management and sustainable living, Sarasota County’s focus on quality of life outshines many growth communities.

We invite you to explore this site for information on creating your own future in Sarasota County, a prosperous community - by design.



Sarasota County Shines
Forbes: #11 “Best Cities for Jobs”
Inc. Magazine: #8 “Boomtowns”
Relocate-America: Top 100 “Best Places to Live”
Money Magazine: #7 “Top Places to Retire Young"
KPMG Study: Tampa Bay Region #2 Lowest Overall Business Cost

Fast Facts about Sarasota County