Alachua County offers businesses a skilled workforce, a strategic location, and a high quality of life. Whether you are starting a new business or expanding an existing company, our community provides the tools, resources, and support to help your business succeed.
- Partnerships with the University of Florida and Santa Fe College create a steady pipeline of educated and skilled employees.
- Strong focus on attracting employers in research-driven industries, including life sciences, biotechnology, and medical research.
- Our business community encourages collaboration across industries, fostering a supportive environment for growth.
- Promotes sustainable development while focusing on efficiency, innovation, and long-term success.
- Collaboration with organizations like CareerSource North Central Florida to support employers.
- Programs include funding for On-the-Job Training (OJT) and assistance in establishing apprenticeship programs.
- Helps businesses develop, train, and retain skilled talent locally.
- Access to a highly skilled workforce
- Strong academic and research partnerships
- Supportive network for business growth and relocation
- Resources for training, development, and workforce planning
Email us at economicdevelopment@alachuacounty.us to learn more about relocating or expanding your business in Alachua County.
Contact:
- Economic Development Office
- 12 SE 1st Street, Second Floor
County Manager's Office - Gainesville, FL 32601
- Phone: 352-374-5204
- economicdevelopment@alachuacounty.us
- TDD/TTY users, please call 711 (Florida Relay Service)
- Tourism Office – Visit Gainesville, Alachua County
- 33 North Main Street
- Gainesville, FL 32601
- Phone: 352-374-5260
- info@visitgainesville.com
- TDD/TTY users, please call 711 (Florida Relay Service)
- Alachua County Sports & Events Center
- 4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue
- Gainesville, FL 32608
- Phone: 352-374-5260
- eventscenter@alachuacounty.us
- TDD/TTY users, please call 711 (Florida Relay Service)
