Florida Ranks High as a Good State For Business

Florida ranked No. 1 for Renewed Consideration Post-Recession by Area Development Magazine.

Gov. Rick Scott touted the award, noting that the state received another one earlier this year – a Silver Shovel Award from Area Development.

Area Development Magazine is a national trade publication that recognizes economic development around the country. The editors surveyed a select group of location experts who work directly with a national client base. They were asked to pick their top five state choices in 14 site selection categories.

Florida was also ranked among the best states in these categories:

• No. 2 for Access to Capital & Project Funding
• No. 3 for Most Diverse Labor Pool
• No. 5 for Overall Business Climate
• No. 5 for Corporate Tax Environment
• No. 5 for Leading Work Force Development Programs

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