Press Releases

Pasco EDC Announces 2024 Executive Committee Leaders
October 2, 2023 - After serving on the board of directors for five years Michele Hintson now leads as chair. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (October 2, 2023): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is pleased to announce the 2024 Executive Committee for its Board of Directors (Board). This year the Board will be led by Michele Hintson, Chair,...

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Global Tampa Bay Completes Successful Export Trade Mission to the Dominican Republic
September 29, 2023 - Five Tampa Bay Companies Hold 50+ Meetings to Boost Export SalesTampa, FL (September 29, 2023) – Global Tampa Bay business leaders and five Tampa Bay companies have returned from a four-day trade mission to the Dominican Republic, Florida’s fourth leading destination for merchandising exports behind Brazil, Colombia, and Chile. ...

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Media Alert: DoubleBranch Development to Break Ground
September 28, 2023 - The 965-acre development is a major economic driver which is anticipated to generate over $600 million in long-term economic impact.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (September 28, 2023): Columnar Land (Columnar) is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the start of the highly anticipated mixed-use development, DoubleBranch, formerly known as Pasco Town Center. Columnar has...

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New SMARTstart West Pasco Entrepreneur Center Opens in Holiday, FL
September 18, 2023 - Pasco EDC welcomes a familiar face, Don Anderson, to the team to coordinate operations at the new center inside AmSkills.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (September 18, 2023): Pasco Economic Development Council’s (Pasco EDC) SMARTstart Program, which supports entrepreneurs and start-ups, has opened a brand-new center in Holiday, FL co-located within the...

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Winners Announced for Pasco EDC’s 35th Annual Awards
September 8, 2023 - Five local businesses and a long-time community leader were honored at last night’s award ceremony.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (September 8, 2023) — Last night the Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) hosted its 35th Annual Awards event at the Pasco Hernando State College Instructional Performing Arts Center (IPAC) with hundreds...

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The Point Distillery Expanding and Adding Manufacturing Line for New Products in Pasco County, FL
August 22, 2023 - The company is creating approximately 25 new jobs.   PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (August 22, 2023): The Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is happy to announce the expansion of The Point Distillery in New Port Richey, Florida. The company will be adding new bottling lines and 20-25 new jobs. This will allow...

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SMARTstart Entrepreneur Maggie’s Snow Shoppe to Host Ribbon Cutting for New Mobile Operation
August 14, 2023 - This woman-owned shave ice purveyor went from concept to camper in less than a year and is serving up cold treats to East Pasco and beyond.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (August 14, 2023): — Maggie’s Snow Shoppe has been a member of the Pasco EDC SMARTstart program since the summer of 2022...

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Finalists Named for Pasco EDC’s 35th Annual Awards
August 9, 2023 - Twenty businesses are being recognized for their achievements in economic development in Pasco County. PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (August 9, 2023) — The Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is set to host the Annual Awards for its 35th year recognizing Pasco County companies’ outstanding achievements.The Pasco EDC Annual Awards...

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Pasco EDC Honors Deputy Superintendent of Pasco Schools, Ray Gadd, with Leadership Award
August 9, 2023 - Every year Pasco EDC honors a local leader, who is an exceptional and positive influence in economic development and their community.PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (August 9, 2023) — The Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is excited to welcome back the Annual Awards for its 35th year. This year, Pasco EDC...

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