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Reporting to the President and CEO of SelectFlorida, the Vice President of Trade and Export Development is responsible for advancing the State of Florida’s international trade initiatives and expanding export opportunities for Florida’s businesses. Overseeing the Division of Trade and Export Development for Florida’s international commerce agency, the Vice President will lead a team responsible for helping Florida businesses enter or expand into international markets.

The City of Haines City currently has an opening for a CRA Manager, and we would like to post the position on the official website of the Florida Economic Development Council.

The city of Delray Beach in Palm City County is in search of an economic development manager.

The Winter Haven Economic Development Council (WHEDC), a public-private partnership dedicated to driving economic growth, private investment, and job creation in Winter Haven, Florida, is seeking candidates to fill the staff role of President.

The Chief Economic Developer (CED) serves as the senior executive responsible for leading and executing comprehensive economic development strategies for the City of Ocala and Marion County. This position provides vision, leadership and accountability for business attraction, retention and expansion, entrepreneurship, talent alignment and strategic industry growth to strengthen regional competitiveness and drive measurable job creation and capital investment.

The Government Contracting Consultant works directly to strengthen the Department of War (DOW) industrial base and small business ecosystem, advancing innovation nationwide. This position provides expert guidance to businesses seeking to enter or expand within the federal, state, and local government marketplace. This position focuses on preparing companies to become Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and Government Industrial Base (GIB) ready, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, cybersecurity standards, and operational best practices. The consultant will also guide innovators toward non-dilutive grant funding and industry partnership opportunities, including, but not limited to : SBIR/STTR programs, potential industry collaborative partners and emerging technology opportunities, supporting proposal development and commercialization strategies.

VP – Residential Real Estate is responsible for the performance of the Company’s residential real estate segment including numerous projects and master planned communities throughout Northwest Florida. A heavy emphasis of the portfolio involves sales to local, regional, and national homebuilders. Position will work closely with senior leadership to advance key projects, ensure alignment with objectives, drive revenue through lot sales, ensure operational excellence and ultimately achieve residential segment goals, objectives and financial targets. The position requires significant communication skills to successfully coordinate with planning, development, marketing and sales teams.

The CRA Coordinator, leads the revitalization of the Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) by attracting new investment and supporting existing businesses and businesses expansion. This role is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a community by focusing on economic development and community redevelopment. The CRA Coordinator serves as a primary point of contact for residents, business owners, and local partners, turning their input into actionable, community-focused projects.

The Putnam County Development Authority (PCDA) is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or
firms to provide Executive Director services. The PCDA is dedicated to advancing Putnam County's
economic growth, supporting existing businesses, attracting new investment, and fostering job creation.

The Economic Development & Housing Director directs, oversees, and performs highly responsible work in the strategic planning, development, implementation, and overall direction of affordable housing, community and economic development programs and services.