Press Releases
Global ETS is Rapidly Expanding in Pasco County, FL
March 12, 2024 - The company has created over 100 new jobs and has purchased two new buildings and leased an additional one in the West Pasco Industrial Park over the past two years. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (March 12, 2024): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is thrilled to share Global ETS (GETS) has been experiencing rapid...
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SMARTstart Microloan Program Receives Continued Support from SouthState Bank
February 12, 2024 - The SMARTstart Microloan Program receives another $5,000 donation from SouthState Bank.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (February 12, 2024) — Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is delighted with the continued support SouthState Bank has provided to the SMARTstart Microloan Program. The financial institution has been contributing to the program since it began in 2011 and...
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SMARTstart to Host Fourth Annual GROW Pasco Event for Entrepreneurs
January 22, 2024 - Day-long event will feature 15 breakout sessions led by over 25 business leaders and a keynote presentation by Tampa Bay Wave COO, Colonel Jay Powers.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (January 22, 2024) — SMARTstart is hosting GROW Pasco to help educate business owners throughout Pasco County and provide an environment to network with like-minded entrepreneurs....
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Pasco EDC Recognizes Employee Accomplishments
January 8, 2024 - Two team members have been promoted to key roles; Mike Bishop is now Senior Vice President and Tom Ryan is Vice President of Business Development.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (January 8, 2024): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is excited to announce the promotion of two team members. Mr. Mike Bishop, previously Director...
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The Point Distillery New Manufacturing Line Helps Secure Contract for Music Icons The Rolling Stones
November 28, 2023 - The company recently received a loan from Pasco County to expand its bottling lines. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (November 28, 2023): In August 2023 Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) announced The Point Distillery would be expanding to add new bottling lines and 20-25 new jobs in hopes it would allow the...
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Nine Entrepreneurs to Participate in SMARTstart Food Vendor Fair
November 6, 2023 - PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (November 6, 2023): Join us for the 4th Annual SMARTstart Food Vendor Fair, hosted by the UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County and the Pasco EDC, on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. This family-friendly food event aims to share incubator business opportunities and support our current food entrepreneurs’ businesses. This is a...
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Bauducco Foods to Locate U.S. Production and Distribution Facility in City of Zephyrhills
October 24, 2023 - The Brazil-based company purchased 72 acres on a Pasco Ready Site and will create 600 jobs and invest over $200 million. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (October 24, 2023): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC), FloridaCommerce, City of Zephyrhills, and Pasco Board of County Commissioners are thrilled to welcome Bauducco Foods (Bauducco) to Pasco County, Florida. Bauducco...
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Pasco EDC Wraps Up Year with Nine Award Wins
October 9, 2023 - Pasco Economic Development Council honored with award recognition on multiple marketing initiatives and strategic partnerships. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (October 9, 2023): The Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is honored to announce it has closed the fiscal year with nine award recognitions from five economic development organizations. The awards recognize...
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DoubleBranch Development Breaks Ground
October 5, 2023 - PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (October 5, 2023): Columnar Land (Columnar) hosted a groundbreaking ceremony this morning to celebrate the start of the highly anticipated mixed-use development, DoubleBranch, formerly known as Pasco Town Center. Columnar has invested over $60 million to date and is constructing another $75 million in Phase I infrastructure. “DoubleBranch has...
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Pasco EDC Launches New Features on WorkforceCONNECT Website for Employers and Job-Seekers
October 4, 2023 - The brand-new ConnectOPP tool allows employers to post community engagement opportunities and connect with job-seekers. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (October 4, 2023): Pasco Economic Development Council’s (Pasco EDC) workforceCONNECT program is excited to announce the launch of new website features to help bridge the gap between employers and career seekers. There...
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