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Where Talent Touches Solid Ground
Opportunities for career growth in Northwest Florida industries run deeper than the Gulf of Mexico. From cybersecurity and engineering to manufacturing and logistics, the region is an attractive place for talented individuals ready to roll up their sleeves with innovation. And did we mention Northwest Florida’s growing aerospace and defense industry consisting of more than 500 companies? The region is ripe with investments that are creating thousands of jobs in turbine manufacturing, aircraft maintenance, aviation mechanics, and more.

Aerospace & Defense
The aerospace & defense industry in Northwest Florida is growing due to its proximity to several military bases and state-supported initiatives that boost jobs.
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Cybersecurity & IT
Several military installations with cybersecurity commands and the University of West Florida’s Center for Cybersecurity have led to the unprecedented growth of Northwest Florida’s software and computer-related companies.
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Engineering
From longstanding civil engineering companies to new businesses specializing in commercial development, Northwest Florida’s engineering industry is growing.
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Logistics & Distribution
Northwest Florida is the Sunshine State’s gateway to the rest of the U.S. and beyond, with significant growth in specialized trucking and port operations.
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Manufacturing
The manufacturing industry loves Northwest Florida because of its connectivity to the rest of the U.S. and robust workforce development and continuing education programs.
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Dog Beach at Pier Park ranked in top 30 best dog-friendly beaches in U.S. View the list here
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Dog Beach at Pier Park, known across the Panhandle as being a great place to take your BFFs (best furry friends), is making a name for itself nationally. Located on the Gulf of Mexico in Panama City Beach, Dog Beach is among the 30 best dog-friendly beaches in the country, according […]
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‘New Moon of Northwest Florida’ will soon take flight
WEWAHITCHKA, Fla. (WMBB) — A little less than four years ago, a company called Skyborne Technology opened up a facility in Wewahitchka. In that short time, the company has taken flight, literally. Skyborne is completing its 15th airship and has big plans for the near future. One of Skyborne Technologies primary projects so far has […]
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Opportunity Florida – Opportunity is Here Video
Florida’s Rural Area of Opportunity region in Northwest Florida, where your company may expand or locate a new facility using the region’s skilled labor coming from our workforce training pipeline that begins at the high school. Come visit our area that abounds with quality of place attributes. Opportunity Is Here — You Should Be Too!
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