Economic Development Target local and state agencies and neighboring counties to offer collaboration on site selection, incentives navigation, and workforce development programs, leveraging Lee County EDG’s established government partnerships and AEDO accreditation to expand regional reach.

Workforce Solutions Position EDG as a partner for employers facing talent gaps by offering workforce development and recruitment support, coupled with the Workforce Resource Assistance Program WRAP funding to address barriers like transportation and childcare.

Incentives & Financing Leverage recent recognition for innovative financing and the $50K WRAP funding to explore pilot financing mechanisms or grant-backed incentives for new manufacturers, distribution centers, or fiber/telecom projects in Lee County.

Tech & Data Highlight the use of an Economic Dashboard and data-driven market research to provide clients with up-to-date demographics, wages, and workforce numbers, offering dashboards and analytics as a service to support site selection and expansion planning.

Partnerships & Visibility Capitalize on AEDO accreditation, IEDC awards, and media coverage to pitch joint ventures, co-branded success stories, and public-private partnerships with potential investors, developers, and regional employers seeking streamlined regulatory and permitting support.