Press Releases
Pasco EDC Announces 2026 Executive Committee Leaders
November 3, 2025 - After serving on the board of directors for five years, Paul A. Manuel now leads as Chair. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (November 3, 2025): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is pleased to announce the 2026 Executive Committee for its Board of Directors (Board). This year the Board will be led by Paul A....
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Pasco EDC Receives Two Excellence in Economic Development Awards
September 25, 2025 - The International Economic Development Council recognized Pasco EDC with two awards.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (September 25, 2025): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) received two 2025 Excellence in Economic Development Bronze Awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The awards were bestowed for the organization’s work in the Email Newsletter...
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Pasco EDC Announces Winners for the 37th Annual Awards
September 5, 2025 - Last night’s award ceremony recognized six outstanding local businesses along with a Pasco County native community leader for their remarkable economic contributions.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (September 5, 2025) — The Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) hosted its 37th Annual Awards event last night at Saddlebrook Resort. With over 300 people...
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United Kingdom Defense Technology Company Opens Pasco County, Florida Location
August 6, 2025 - Smytec Inc., headquartered in the United Kingdom, has expanded operations to the United States utilizing the Pasco EDC SMARTLandings Program. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (August 6, 2025): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is thrilled to welcome Smytec, Inc. (Smytec) to Pasco County, Florida. Smytec specializes in advanced forensic imaging technologies that...
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Finalists Named for the Pasco EDC 37th Annual Awards Program
July 10, 2025 - Fourteen businesses and business leader Dewey Mitchell are being recognized for their achievements in economic development in Pasco County.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (July 10, 2025) — Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is set to host the Annual Awards for its 37th year, recognizing Pasco County companies’ outstanding achievements in business...
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Pasco EDC Honors Dewey Mitchell With 2025 Leadership Award
July 10, 2025 - Every year, Pasco EDC honors a local leader, who is an exceptional and positive influence in economic development and their community.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (July 10, 2025) — Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is hosting the 37th Annual Awards on September 4, 2025. This year, the Pasco EDC Policy Council has selected Mr....
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Pasco EDC Honored with Two Innovation in Marketing Awards
May 21, 2025 - At last week's Florida Economic Development Council Annual Conference in Port Charlotte, the Pasco Economic Development Council received two prestigious awards and led a featured breakout session.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (May 21, 2025): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is honored to announce it received two Innovation in Marketing Awards from...
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SMARTstart Microloan Program Receives Donation from Bank of Tampa
April 29, 2025 - The Pasco EDC Microloan Program has distributed over 80 microloans since the program began in 2012.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (April 29, 2025) — Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is happy to share that the Bank of Tampa has contributed a $2,500 donation to the SMARTstart Microloan Program.“The Bank of Tampa is deeply...
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Technology Company Xgenex® to Host Ribbon Cutting in Pasco County, Florida
April 2, 2025 - PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (April 2, 2025): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) previously announced Xgenex® has relocated to Pasco County, Florida and we are now thrilled to announce they are hosting a ribbon cutting next week in their new 3,655 square foot facility at The Edison Suncoast. Xgenex® is a leading...
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Pasco EDC Business Award Nominations Now Open
April 1, 2025 - Nominations are now being accepted for Pasco County companies making an extraordinary economic impact on their community.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (April 1, 2025) Nominations are now open for the 2025 Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) Annual Awards until close of business on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. This year, Pasco EDC will recognize the achievements...
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