Business Support Network

Serving as a vital connector for local businesses, fostering relationships and opportunities that strengthen Tallahassee's business community.

A top-ranked research university offering talent pipelines, research partnerships, and innovation resources to support Capital Region businesses.

Providing affordable education and employer-connected workforce training, certifications, and continuing education for Capital Region industries, including healthcare and public safety.

Connecting employers with qualified talent through hiring support, workforce training, and talent-pipeline development across Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, and Wakulla counties.

A digital infrastructure and ecosystem map helping people discover Capital Region companies, talent, resources, and technology communities.

Promoting Tallahassee as a premier destination for tourism, meetings, and events, supporting the local hospitality and service industry.

The leading voice for business in the Tallahassee region, driving economic growth, advocacy, and community connections for businesses of all sizes.

A relocation and lifestyle guide helping individuals and families considering the Capital Region discover neighborhoods, schools, quality of life, and community resources.

Florida State University's Jim Moran Institute provides no-cost entrepreneurship and small-business services to Northwest Florida entrepreneurs, including education, advising, leadership development, and business planning.

A dynamic network connecting entrepreneurs and business advocates across the Capital Region to share knowledge, resources, and opportunities.

Tallahassee's premier co-working space and startup hub, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship through community, collaboration, and programming.

A historically Black university and innovation hub, providing diverse talent, research capabilities, and entrepreneurship programs to strengthen the region's economy.

Florida's leading statewide business organization, advocating for pro-business policies and providing statewide resources to help Capital Region businesses compete.

An independent local news source providing accountability journalism and in-depth reporting on Tallahassee government, politics, and community issues.

A community newspaper serving Tallahassee's African American community, delivering local news, events, and advocacy journalism since 1972.

A conservative news-talk radio station serving Tallahassee and the Capital Region with local commentary, news, and community programming.

The Capital Region's ABC affiliate, operated by Scripps Media and delivering local news, weather, community coverage, and advertising services.

Tallahassee's premier lifestyle publication covering the people, events, food, and culture that define life in Florida's capital city.

Tallahassee's daily newspaper of record, covering local news, politics, business, and community affairs across the Capital Region.

The Capital Region's CBS affiliate, delivering local news, weather, and community coverage across Tallahassee and the Big Bend area.

Florida's premier political news publication, covering state government, elections, lobbying, and policy from the heart of the Capitol.

Tallahassee's Fox affiliate, offering local programming, sports coverage, and community news across the Capital Region.

WFSU News is the WFSU Public Media newsroom and sub-brand covering North Florida news, public affairs, and community stories.

Florida State University's public media outlet, providing PBS and NPR-affiliated television and radio programming for the Capital Region.

A regional lifestyle magazine celebrating the people, places, and culture of Florida's 850 area code, highlighting business, food, arts, and community.

The commercial real estate development association for North Florida, connecting developers, owners, investors, and professionals in the CRE industry.

The statewide association representing Florida's residential construction industry, advocating for smart growth, reasonable regulations, and housing affordability.

TSC's dedicated workforce division offering customized employer training, professional certifications, and continuing education programs tailored to Capital Region industry needs.

UF/IFAS Extension Leon County provides research-based agriculture, natural-resources, and family-and-consumer-sciences education, including 4-H and farm and rural-business assistance.

Florida's largest agricultural organization, representing farm and ranch families across the state with advocacy, member services, and rural community support.

Representing Florida's forest products and forest management industry, advocating for sustainable forestry practices and the economic vitality of North Florida's timber sector.

Supporting the association management profession in Florida through education, networking, and advocacy for executives who manage trade and professional associations.

Florida's Manufacturing Extension Partnership, helping manufacturers across the state improve productivity, innovate, and grow through technical expertise and business consulting.

The professional medical society for physicians practicing in Leon County and the surrounding Big Bend region, advancing the medical profession and community health.

Florida A&M University's Small Business Development Center provides no-cost consulting and training for Big Bend entrepreneurs, including business planning, capital access, financial analysis, marketing, government contracting, and disaster recovery.

The Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce council connecting information-technology leaders to advance industry advocacy, economic development, professional development, and collaboration.

The local voice for home builders, remodelers, and construction industry professionals across the Big Bend region, providing advocacy, education, and community programs.

A local media platform covering Tallahassee news, business, and community stories with a focus on positive and solutions-oriented journalism.

FAMU's career services office helping employers recruit from a talented and diverse student body through on-campus recruiting, career fairs, and internship programs.

The professional association for real estate agents and brokers in the Tallahassee area, providing education, advocacy, and MLS access to members.

Florida State University's integrated academic health system connecting clinical care, medical education, biomedical research, community health, and healthcare partnerships across the region.

FSU's official career development and employer-recruitment hub, connecting students and alumni with internships, co-ops, full-time employment, career fairs, and employer recruiting services.

A business-led economic development organization advancing private investment, job creation, and pro-growth policy in the Tallahassee Capital Region. Convenes business leaders to advocate for a stronger local economy and a more competitive region.

Leon County's technical college offering hands-on career and technical education programs that prepare students for high-demand trades and professional certifications.

Tallahassee's healthcare navigation and concierge service, helping patients and families navigate the local healthcare system, find providers, and access the right care at the right time.

Tallahassee-Leon County's economic development office, governed in partnership with Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency and providing site selection, market research, business technical assistance, minority- and women-owned business support, relocation, and expansion services.

A college-access and local-career network helping Capital Region students connect education, career exploration, and local employer pathways.

The local SHRM chapter connecting HR professionals in the Capital Region through education, networking, and advocacy for best practices in human resources management.

Florida State University's commercialization office, supporting intellectual-property protection, licensing, industry partnerships, and formation of research-based startup companies.

Florida's central business operations agency, helping vendors sell to the State of Florida through statewide purchasing, contracts, MyFloridaMarketPlace, and the Office of Supplier Development (OSD).

The official student-run newspaper of Florida A&M University, covering campus news, student life, sports, opinion, and the FAMU community since 1907. A primary outlet for reaching FAMU students, faculty, and alumni across the Capital Region.

Florida State University's student-run radio station, broadcasting diverse music and community programming throughout the Capital Region.

Representing Florida's hospitals and health systems at the state level, advocating for policies that support quality patient care and a strong healthcare workforce.

Florida's statewide technology industry association, connecting technology companies and advancing technology-sector collaboration, professional development, and industry representation.

Florida State University's student entrepreneurship program powered by the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship. Ignite FSU provides aspiring founders with workspace, mentorship, seed funding opportunities, and hands-on programming to launch and grow startups.

Connects companies with Florida State University experts, facilities, and research capabilities to solve business challenges and pursue innovation funding.

Florida A&M University's technology-transfer office, helping protect, license, and commercialize university discoveries and support company creation.

The North Florida Economic Development Partnership is a regional economic development organization serving North Florida counties. It supports business recruitment, expansion, investment, site selection, and rural economic development. Serving North Florida. Primary contact: Jeff Hendry (jhendry@iog.fsu.edu); additional contact: Diane Scholz (dscholz@iog.fsu.edu, (850) 728-5191).

Florida's Great Northwest is a regional economic development organization focused on promoting Northwest Florida for industry diversification, business recruitment, job growth, investment, and regional competitiveness. Serving Northwest Florida. Primary contact: Jennifer Conoley, CEcD, President & CEO (jconoley@fgnw.org); additional contact: Shane Chadwick, Director of Business Intelligence (schadwick@fgnw.org, (850) 635-2350).

A volunteer business-mentoring network providing free expert guidance, workshops, and practical resources to entrepreneurs and small businesses in Tallahassee and North Florida.

The Tallahassee chapter of Florida's restaurant and lodging trade association, connecting hospitality businesses with advocacy, education, networking, and industry resources.

Opportunity Florida is a regional economic development alliance supporting rural counties in Northwest Florida with business recruitment, expansion, site selection, investment, and rural economic development. Primary contact: Roy Baker.

The Gadsden County Development Council supports business growth, recruitment, expansion, and economic development in Gadsden County, including opportunities related to manufacturing, trade, logistics, and growth along the Interstate 10 corridor. Serving Gadsden County. Primary contact: Beth Cicchetti, CEcD, Executive Director ((850) 212-1056); additional contact: Leona Ross, Office Manager (OFC@GadsdenFLDev.com).

The Jacksonville Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta provides economic information, gathers input from business and community leaders, and supports public economic education across Florida and the Sixth Federal Reserve District.

Florida's statewide banking trade association, headquartered in Tallahassee and representing banks through advocacy, education, professional development, and industry resources.

A Tallahassee-based nonprofit trade association serving Florida property-and-casualty insurance agencies through advocacy, education, and professional resources.

The local voluntary bar association connecting Tallahassee-area legal professionals through professional development, community service, and member networking.

The Wakulla County Economic Development Council helps businesses explore locations, connect with workforce resources, access incentives, and navigate county and state agencies in Wakulla County. Serving Wakulla County. Primary contact: Beth Cicchetti, CEcD (bkirkland@bkcllc.org, (850) 212-1056); additional contact: Julie Dennis (julie@ovidsolutions.net, (850) 445-1932).

Tallahassee's primary regional healthcare system and a major employer, anchoring the Capital Region's medical district and providing comprehensive care across North Florida.

The Council on Culture & Arts (COCA) is the capital area's local arts agency, serving as the facilitator, promoter, and voice for the arts and cultural industry across Tallahassee and Florida's Capital Region. It supports artists, cultural organizations, and venues, promotes cultural tourism, and connects the community to arts programming, grants, and resources.

The City–County agency that plans and delivers major transportation, infrastructure, and economic-vitality projects for the Capital Region in partnership with local governments and the community.

A no-cost resource helping Florida businesses compete for federal, state, and local government contracts through advising, registration guidance, and contracting support.

Championing diversity and inclusion in the Capital Region business ecosystem, supporting minority-owned businesses with resources, advocacy, connections, and service across the Big Bend.

A premier research and technology park connecting university research with commercial applications, hosting high-tech companies, research labs, and innovation-driven tenants.

AERO is a launchpad for business success in Tallahassee and the Big Bend, created to fill a need identified by the business community: a single front door connecting entrepreneurs and small business owners to the region's many business resource organizations, programming, and referrals to local agencies that provide business development support.

Florida State University's business school career office connecting students and employers through recruiting, internships, career coaching, and employer partnerships to build the Capital Region's professional talent pipeline.

Florida State University's collaborative workspace and makerspace providing student and faculty resources, design thinking, innovation courses and minor programming, FabLab and 3D printing, immersive media, and community outreach.

A nonprofit supporting Railroad Square's creative-business district, arts programming, cultural experiences, and the Capital Region's creative economy and tourism.

A Florida State University initiative connecting business, healthcare, research, and industry leaders to advance healthcare innovation and management.

A Florida State University grant program connecting clinical providers and university innovators to develop and advance practical healthcare innovations.

The Apalachee Regional Planning Council serves Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Jackson, Jefferson, Liberty, Leon, and Wakulla counties through regional planning, grants, technical assistance, economic development, transportation, housing, and resiliency programs.