Press Releases
SMARTstart Included in TIME’s America’s Best Incubators & Accelerators 2026 List
August 19, 2026 - PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (August 19, 2026) — SMARTstart has been awarded on TIME’s list of America’s Best Incubators & Accelerators 2026. This prestigious award is presented in collaboration with Statista, the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list was announced on August 18th, 2026, and can be...
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Florida Economic Development Council Honors Bill Cronin
August 10, 2026 - Pasco Economic Development Council President/CEO recognized as the 2026 Eunice Sullivan Economic Development Professional of the Year.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (August 10, 2026): The Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) has awarded Bill Cronin of the Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) with the Eunice Sullivan Economic Development Professional of the Year award...
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Monin to Open Manufacturing Facility in City of Zephyrhills
July 13, 2026 - The French-owned company plans to purchase 70 acres on a Pasco Ready Site and will create 100 jobs and invest over $100 million. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (July 14, 2026): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC), FloridaCommerce, City of Zephyrhills, and Pasco Board of County Commissioners are thrilled to welcome Monin to Pasco County, Florida. Monin...
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SMARTstart to Host Sixth Annual GROW Pasco Event for Entrepreneurs
February 17, 2026 - The lunch session will feature a keynote presentation by Taylor Doe, a TEDx speaker, thought leader, and entrepreneur.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (February 17, 2026) — Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is hosting the 6th Annual GROW Pasco event through its SMARTstart program on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the Saint Leo University Wellness...
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Isla Maritime Opens Headquarters in Pasco County, Florida, to Meet Local & Global Marine Salvage Demand
February 11, 2026 - The company has purchased a 3,000-square-foot warehouse and office space in Port Richey after experiencing rapid growth since its founding in 2023.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (February 11, 2026) — The Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is pleased to announce that Isla Maritime, a marine services provider specializing in vessel salvage and commercial...
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SMARTstart Microloan Program Receives Donation from Bank OZK
February 3, 2026 - Through the support of the Pasco EDC Microloan Program, companies have created over 295 jobs in Pasco County.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (February 3, 2026) — Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is excited to announce that Bank OZK has donated $4,000 to the SMARTstart Microloan Program and became a Partner Investor in the organization....
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SMARTstart Incubator Member Launches Event to Connect Home Education Families with Educational Support Services
January 28, 2026 - Lexa Duno also graduated from the inaugural SMARTstart CO.STARTERS for Causes. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (January 28, 2026): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) SMARTstart Incubator Member, Lexa Duno, founder of LILLY Education Foundation (LILLY), opened her Zephyrhills learning center in July 2024. The business focuses on providing the right tools and paths...
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The Fulfillment Lab Expands to Pasco County, Florida, Driving Innovation in Global Fulfillment Technology
January 26, 2026 - The company is investing more than $2 million in its new headquarters.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (January 26, 2026): The Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is pleased to announce that The Fulfillment Lab, an advanced technology and logistics company specializing in proprietary fulfillment software, has expanded its operations and relocated its headquarters to...
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SMARTstart to Host Food Vendor Fair Featuring Local Entrepreneurs
January 21, 2026 - Join us for our largest Food Vendor Fair to date and support SMARTstart incubator members serving a variety of food from Jamaican cuisine to freshly brewed espresso.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (January 21, 2026): Join us for the 6th Annual SMARTstart Food Vendor Fair, hosted by the UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County and...
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Pasco County High Technology Company Expands in Wesley Chapel
November 12, 2025 - VantagePoint AI, LLC is investing more than $4.6 million to expand its existing operations and plans to add 60 high-wage positions. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (November 12, 2025): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is excited to announce VantagePoint AI, LLC (VantagePoint) is expanding their footprint in Pasco County. VantagePoint is a trading software company...
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