Sumter County Economic Development Director, Kristy Russell supported local businesses at the Sumter Workforce Summit on October 24. For more information regarding how Economic Development can help your business, visit our website at sumterbusiness.com or call 352-689-4400.
WHEREAS, Sumter County Economic Development promotes economic well-being and supports our businesses as they create, retain, and expand jobs and invest capital that facilitates Sumter County’s growth and enhances the wealth and quality of life for our community
“Florida continuously outperforms the national economy with fiscal stewardship, growth-friendly policies, limited government spending, and one of the lowest tax burdens per capita in the nation,” Gov. Ron DeSantis said in a statement.
Debbie and Gary Forney may be retired, but they’re as busy as ever living in The Villages. Debbie takes part in cardio drumming five days a week, and Gary regularly bikes more than 100 miles a week. The Village of Fenney couple also often spends their nights enjoying entertainment offered at the town centers or with the friends they’ve made in the community. The opportunities in The Villages were a driving force behind the Forney’s decision to make the move south from Cincinnati.
MODEX 2024 provided an opportunity for Sumter County Economic Development to showcase the unique advantages for businesses to locate to Sumter County. Positioned at the apex of Central Florida’s economic triangle, Sumter County offers an ideal location for warehouse distribution and manufacturing operations. Over 1,500 leading manufacturing and supply chain suppliers were in attendance to learn about the latest trends-such as traditional equipment, sustainability, workforce, automation and robotics.
