THE FLAGLER COMPETITIVE EDGE

Manufacturers and distributors that locate in Flagler County can control their costs, reduce their tax burden, and plan their growth in a stable environment. We offer personal attention, a lower cost of operation, the benefit of a skilled workforce, and customized training programs to support your growth. Flagler County is located in the strongest economic corridor in Florida with convenient access to road, rail and runway. Interstate Highway 95 and U.S. Route 1 run from the northernmost point to the southernmost point of the county with three access ramps to Interstate 95. All paths meet in Flagler County. Business Concierge Services We understand the intricacies of business, as such; our level of assistance and attention to detail is unparalleled. Our “Business Concierge” approach includes award-winning employee recruitment programs, creative incentive programs, personalized permitting processes, and cluster marketing programs all designed to assist in maximizing your productivity and increasing your bottom-line. Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) Program We’re with you for the long run – a healthy, vibrant local economy depends on the well-being of local businesses. Our BR&E program maintains a dialogue between the local businesses, eco­nomic development entities, and state and local decision makers. Effective communication and long-term partner­ships that result in proactive identifica­tion and resolution of industry-related issues, concerns and opportunities.

MANUFACTURERS

Our area manufacturers produce and distribute a diverse array of products, including but not limited to: agricultural products; alcohol/spirits; aviation LED lights; architectural elements; automobile parts and accessories; awnings; boats; cabinetry; chemical-private labeling; confectionary & chocolates; canvas products; electrical connectors and switches; electrical and fiber optic connections; emergency call systems; foam & insulation; gym equipment; luxury boats; machine manufacturing; mattresses; medical equipment; metal enclosures; metal fabricating; motor-run capacitors, metalized poly-propylene capacitors, and AC capacitors; paints and coatings; parachutes; performance wheels; plastic components; precision grinding machines; pyrotechnics; railroad wheels; sunglasses; sporting goods; water treatment systems; and wire for electronic, medical, audio use. 1,300+ ESTABLISHMENTS AND 29,600+ JOBS

CREATIVE INCENTIVE PROGRAMS

We are aggressively seeking to expand the local economy and offer competitive performance-based incentive programs. Combined with Florida’s business advantages and excellent quality of life, our cost competitive environment creates an unbeatable value proposition for both business owners and employees alike. Click Here To View Incentive Programs Sales & Use Tax Exemptions For Manufacturers Florida offers Sales and Use Tax Exemptions on…

• Machinery and equipment used by a new or expanding Florida business to manufacture, produce or process tangible personal property for sale
• Labor, parts and materials used in repair of and incorporated into machinery and equipment
• Electricity used in the manufacturing process
• Certain boiler fuels (including natural gas) used in the manufacturing process
• Semiconductor, defense and space technology-based industry transactions involving manufacturing equipment
• Machinery and equipment used predominantly in research and development
• Labor component of research and development expenditures
• Commercial space activity — launch vehicles, payloads and fuel, machinery and equipment for production of items used exclusively at Spaceport Florida
• Aircraft parts, modification, maintenance and repair, sale or lease of qualified aircraft
• Production companies engaged in Florida in the production of motion pictures, made for television motion pictures, television series, commercial music videos or sound recordings.

COMPETITIVE COST OF DOING BUSINESS

Florida is ranked as a top business location by site selectors. It offers affordable land, labor and capital. Flagler County is extremely compet­itive within the State of Florida. We provide an environment where the cost of doing business is even more advantageous. Cost-Effective Tax & Wage Structure We have a busi­ness-friendly tax climate, no State income tax, and our average annual wage is less than the national average. Here, even NO is a good thing! Favorable Cost-Of-Living and Unsurpassed Quality-Of-Life You and your employees will appreciate Flagler’s favorable cost-of-living while enjoying the benefits of our resort-like lifestyle. Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) – Importing and Exporting Flagler County is located within 90 minutes of three international deep-water ports. The Flagler County is part of the Foreign Trade Zone #198, a federally designated restrict­ed-access site that offers special administrative treatment of U.S. imports and exports. This designation may allow your busi­ness to delay, reduce or eliminate the duty payments on foreign merchandise. This designation provides for: Duty Deferral (pay only when the goods are transferred out of the zone), Duty Elimination (customs duties can be eliminated if goods are re-exported from the FTZ to another country), Inverted Tariff Relief (the location of the processing allows savings from use of the lower tariff rate), Ad Valorem Tax Exemption (merchan­dise imported and held in an FTZ for storage, sale, exhibition, processing, repackaging, assembly or distribution exempt from state and local Ad

SKILLED WORKFORCE, TRAINING INCENTIVES & TALENT PIPELINE

Nothing is more important to a company’s success than its workforce. Our geography provides access to 450,000+ potential employees. Highest Regional Percent Growth of
Millennials & Gen. Z Populations Nearby Colleges, Universities, and Technical Institutes Flagler County businesses benefit from the close proximity to major universities, as well as, respected technical schools. Your company can draw from an experienced workforce as well as recent graduated from local technical colleges and programs such as Flagler Technical Institute (FTI) and Daytona State College (DSC) which both offer manufacturing certification programs. Click here to for a list of nearby colleges. Training Incentive Programs Flagler County offers a number of workforce training incentive programs through CareerSource Flagler-Volusia and Daytona State College. The programs are designed to provide customized workforce assistance and training, programs include:

• On-the-Job Training
• Experience Pays, Cash Reimbursement
• Employee Recruitment Services

PROXIMITY TO INNOVATION

Flagler County is the northernmost tip of Florida’s High Tech Corridor, a regional economic development initiative whose mission is to grow the technology industry and inno­vation in the region through research, workforce and marketing partnerships. This provides an estab­lished research pipeline and partner. Our technolo­gy-rich region is drawn together by its three research universities.

MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION NETWORK

Companies operate efficiently and effectively via the County’s multi-modal transportation network—rail, highway, air, and sea. Our newly renovated Executive Airport provides one 5,500-foot runway, one 5,000-ft runway, and a 3,000-ft water runway. Airport Access Flagler County is home to a private aircraft and corporate jet facility. Additionally, there are four major airports that serve the area with minimal traffic and easy access, Orlando International Airport, Jacksonville International Airport, Sanford Orlando International Airport, and Daytona Beach International Airport. Combined, these airports have non-stop service to 85 U.S. destinations and 28 countries. Only Las Vegas has non-stop service to more major U.S. markets than Orlando International Airport. Highway Network Highway accessibility in Flagler County is easy and quick. Within minutes, you can access Interstate 95 and Interstate 4 corridors, Routes 1 and 100, or rail that traverses through the County. Rail Florida East Coast Railway traverses Flagler north to south, parallel to U.S. Highway 1. Easy Port Accessibility Flagler County is located at the midpoint between JAXPort and Port Canaveral. JAXPORT is a full-service, international trade seaport that handles containerized cargo, automobiles, boats, construction equipment, dry and liquid bulks and over-sized cargoes. Port Canaveral is a cruise, cargo and naval port within 70 minutes of Flagler County. The port transships items for land, sea, air and space. Both Ports are Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs). Port Canaveral is among the largest general purpose FTZs in the nation – over 5 square miles.

FIBER OPTICS INTERNET REDUNDANCY & SECURITY

Consistent reliability, higher speeds and dedicated bandwidth give businesses that locate in Flagler County a distinct technological advantage. Fiber optics internet is the preferred choice for national and international businesses that require a fast, reli­able, secure internet connection.

RELIABLE POWER

Florida Power and Light (FPL) FPL is the most reliable and cost-effective electric utility in Florida and is recognized as having the best compre­hensive reliability performance in the nation. It cur­rently serves many mission critical facilities offering absolute redundancies and provides 100% reliability to those customers. FPL is also the most cost effective electric utility in Florida. TECO Gas TECO natural gas supplier services Flagler County through their local distribution system and offers the most reliable and reasonable rates in Florida.

CORPORATE/INDUSTRIAL PARKS & AVAILABLE BUILDINGS & LAND

Corporate/Industrial Parks

• Commerce Park
• Hargrove Grade Industrial Park
• Steel Rail Industrial Park
• Favoretta Industrial Park
• Flagler Executive Airport Commerce Park
• Highway U.S. 1 Commerce Park

THE FLAGLER COMPETITIVE EDGE

Manufacturers and distributors that locate in Flagler County can control their costs, reduce their tax burden, and plan their growth in a stable environment. We offer personal attention, a lower cost of operation, the benefit of a skilled workforce, and customized training programs to support your growth. Flagler County is located in the strongest economic corridor in Florida with convenient access to road, rail and runway. Interstate Highway 95 and U.S. Route 1 run from the northernmost point to the southernmost point of the county with three access ramps to Interstate 95. All paths meet in Flagler County. Business Concierge Services We understand the intricacies of business, as such; our level of assistance and attention to detail is unparalleled. Our “Business Concierge” approach includes award-winning employee recruitment programs, creative incentive programs, personalized permitting processes, and cluster marketing programs all designed to assist in maximizing your productivity and increasing your bottom-line. Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) Program We’re with you for the long run – a healthy, vibrant local economy depends on the well-being of local businesses. Our BR&E program maintains a dialogue between the local businesses, eco­nomic development entities, and state and local decision makers. Effective communication and long-term partner­ships that result in proactive identifica­tion and resolution of industry-related issues, concerns and opportunities.

MANUFACTURERS

Our area manufacturers produce and distribute a diverse array of products, including but not limited to: agricultural products; alcohol/spirits; aviation LED lights; architectural elements; automobile parts and accessories; awnings; boats; cabinetry; chemical-private labeling; confectionary & chocolates; canvas products; electrical connectors and switches; electrical and fiber optic connections; emergency call systems; foam & insulation; gym equipment; luxury boats; machine manufacturing; mattresses; medical equipment; metal enclosures; metal fabricating; motor-run capacitors, metalized poly-propylene capacitors, and AC capacitors; paints and coatings; parachutes; performance wheels; plastic components; precision grinding machines; pyrotechnics; railroad wheels; sunglasses; sporting goods; water treatment systems; and wire for electronic, medical, audio use. 1,300+ ESTABLISHMENTS AND 29,600+ JOBS

CREATIVE INCENTIVE PROGRAMS

We are aggressively seeking to expand the local economy and offer competitive performance-based incentive programs. Combined with Florida’s business advantages and excellent quality of life, our cost competitive environment creates an unbeatable value proposition for both business owners and employees alike. Click Here To View Incentive Programs Sales & Use Tax Exemptions For Manufacturers Florida offers Sales and Use Tax Exemptions on…

• Machinery and equipment used by a new or expanding Florida business to manufacture, produce or process tangible personal property for sale
• Labor, parts and materials used in repair of and incorporated into machinery and equipment
• Electricity used in the manufacturing process
• Certain boiler fuels (including natural gas) used in the manufacturing process
• Semiconductor, defense and space technology-based industry transactions involving manufacturing equipment
• Machinery and equipment used predominantly in research and development
• Labor component of research and development expenditures
• Commercial space activity — launch vehicles, payloads and fuel, machinery and equipment for production of items used exclusively at Spaceport Florida
• Aircraft parts, modification, maintenance and repair, sale or lease of qualified aircraft
• Production companies engaged in Florida in the production of motion pictures, made for television motion pictures, television series, commercial music videos or sound recordings.

COMPETITIVE COST OF DOING BUSINESS

Florida is ranked as a top business location by site selectors. It offers affordable land, labor and capital. Flagler County is extremely compet­itive within the State of Florida. We provide an environment where the cost of doing business is even more advantageous. Cost-Effective Tax & Wage Structure We have a busi­ness-friendly tax climate, no State income tax, and our average annual wage is less than the national average. Here, even NO is a good thing! Favorable Cost-Of-Living and Unsurpassed Quality-Of-Life You and your employees will appreciate Flagler’s favorable cost-of-living while enjoying the benefits of our resort-like lifestyle. Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) – Importing and Exporting Flagler County is located within 90 minutes of three international deep-water ports. The Flagler County is part of the Foreign Trade Zone #198, a federally designated restrict­ed-access site that offers special administrative treatment of U.S. imports and exports. This designation may allow your busi­ness to delay, reduce or eliminate the duty payments on foreign merchandise. This designation provides for: Duty Deferral (pay only when the goods are transferred out of the zone), Duty Elimination (customs duties can be eliminated if goods are re-exported from the FTZ to another country), Inverted Tariff Relief (the location of the processing allows savings from use of the lower tariff rate), Ad Valorem Tax Exemption (merchan­dise imported and held in an FTZ for storage, sale, exhibition, processing, repackaging, assembly or distribution exempt from state and local Ad

SKILLED WORKFORCE, TRAINING INCENTIVES & TALENT PIPELINE

Nothing is more important to a company’s success than its workforce. Our geography provides access to 450,000+ potential employees. Highest Regional Percent Growth of
Millennials & Gen. Z Populations Nearby Colleges, Universities, and Technical Institutes Flagler County businesses benefit from the close proximity to major universities, as well as, respected technical schools. Your company can draw from an experienced workforce as well as recent graduated from local technical colleges and programs such as Flagler Technical Institute (FTI) and Daytona State College (DSC) which both offer manufacturing certification programs. Click here to for a list of nearby colleges. Training Incentive Programs Flagler County offers a number of workforce training incentive programs through CareerSource Flagler-Volusia and Daytona State College. The programs are designed to provide customized workforce assistance and training, programs include:

• On-the-Job Training
• Experience Pays, Cash Reimbursement
• Employee Recruitment Services

PROXIMITY TO INNOVATION

Flagler County is the northernmost tip of Florida’s High Tech Corridor, a regional economic development initiative whose mission is to grow the technology industry and inno­vation in the region through research, workforce and marketing partnerships. This provides an estab­lished research pipeline and partner. Our technolo­gy-rich region is drawn together by its three research universities.

MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION NETWORK

Companies operate efficiently and effectively via the County’s multi-modal transportation network—rail, highway, air, and sea. Our newly renovated Executive Airport provides one 5,500-foot runway, one 5,000-ft runway, and a 3,000-ft water runway. Airport Access Flagler County is home to a private aircraft and corporate jet facility. Additionally, there are four major airports that serve the area with minimal traffic and easy access, Orlando International Airport, Jacksonville International Airport, Sanford Orlando International Airport, and Daytona Beach International Airport. Combined, these airports have non-stop service to 85 U.S. destinations and 28 countries. Only Las Vegas has non-stop service to more major U.S. markets than Orlando International Airport. Highway Network Highway accessibility in Flagler County is easy and quick. Within minutes, you can access Interstate 95 and Interstate 4 corridors, Routes 1 and 100, or rail that traverses through the County. Rail Florida East Coast Railway traverses Flagler north to south, parallel to U.S. Highway 1. Easy Port Accessibility Flagler County is located at the midpoint between JAXPort and Port Canaveral. JAXPORT is a full-service, international trade seaport that handles containerized cargo, automobiles, boats, construction equipment, dry and liquid bulks and over-sized cargoes. Port Canaveral is a cruise, cargo and naval port within 70 minutes of Flagler County. The port transships items for land, sea, air and space. Both Ports are Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs). Port Canaveral is among the largest general purpose FTZs in the nation – over 5 square miles.

FIBER OPTICS INTERNET REDUNDANCY & SECURITY

Consistent reliability, higher speeds and dedicated bandwidth give businesses that locate in Flagler County a distinct technological advantage. Fiber optics internet is the preferred choice for national and international businesses that require a fast, reli­able, secure internet connection.

RELIABLE POWER

Florida Power and Light (FPL) FPL is the most reliable and cost-effective electric utility in Florida and is recognized as having the best compre­hensive reliability performance in the nation. It cur­rently serves many mission critical facilities offering absolute redundancies and provides 100% reliability to those customers. FPL is also the most cost effective electric utility in Florida. TECO Gas TECO natural gas supplier services Flagler County through their local distribution system and offers the most reliable and reasonable rates in Florida.

CORPORATE/INDUSTRIAL PARKS & AVAILABLE BUILDINGS & LAND

Corporate/Industrial Parks

• Commerce Park
• Hargrove Grade Industrial Park
• Steel Rail Industrial Park
• Favoretta Industrial Park
• Flagler Executive Airport Commerce Park
• Highway U.S. 1 Commerce Park

THE FLAGLER COMPETITIVE EDGE

Life Science companies that locate in Flagler County can control their costs, reduce their tax burden, and plan their growth in a stable environment. We offer personal attention, a lower cost of operation, the benefit of a skilled workforce, and customized training programs to support your growth. Flagler County is located in the strongest economic corridor in Florida with convenient access to road, rail, and runway. Interstate Highway 95 and U.S. Route 1 run from the northernmost point to the southernmost point of the county with three access ramps to Interstate 95. All paths meet in Flagler County. Business Concierge Services We understand the intricacies of business, as such; our level of assistance and attention to detail is unparalleled. Our “Business Concierge” approach includes award-winning employee recruitment programs, creative incentive programs, personalized permitting processes, and cluster-marketing programs all designed to assist in maximizing your productivity and increasing your bottom-line. Business Retention And Expansion Program (Br&E) Our partnership with you is a long-term investment. A vibrant economy depends on the well-being and growth of local business. Therefore, our BR&E program creates partnerships between business, government and local decision-makers to identify and address industry-related issues, concerns and opportunities. Your success is our goal.

CREATIVE INCENTIVE PROGRAMS

We are aggressively seeking to expand the local economy and offer competitive performance-based incentive programs. Combined with Florida’s business advantages and excellent quality of life, our cost competitive environment creates an unbeatable value proposition for both business owners and employees alike. Click Here To View Incentive Programs

COMPETITIVE COST OF DOING BUSINESS

Florida is ranked as a top business location by site selectors. It offers affordable land, labor and capital. Flagler County is an extremely competitive location within the State of Florida. We provide an environment where the cost of doing business is even more advantageous. Cost-Effective Tax & Wage Structure We have a business-friendly tax climate, no State income tax, and our average annual wage is less than the national average. Here, even NO is a good thing! Favorable Cost-Of-Living And Unsurpassed Quality-Of-Life You and your employees will appreciate Flagler’s favorable cost-of-living while enjoying the benefits of our resort-like lifestyle. Nothing is more important to a company’s success than its workforce. Our economic geography provides access to 450,000+ potential employees.

SKILLED WORKFORCE, TRAINING INCENTIVES & TALENT PIPELINE

Nothing is more important to a company’s success than its workforce. Our economic geography provides access to 450,000+ potential employees. Nearby Colleges, Universities, and Technical Institutes Flagler County businesses benefit from the close proximity to major universities, as well as, respected technical schools. Your company can draw from an experienced workforce as well as recent graduates from local technical colleges and programs such as Flagler Technical Institute (FTI) and Daytona State College (DSC), which both offer health science programs. Click here for a list of nearby colleges. Training Incentive Programs Flagler County offers a number of workforce training incentive programs through CareerSource Flagler-Volusia and Daytona State College. The programs are designed to provide customized workforce assistance and training, programs include:

• On-the-Job Training
• Experience Pays, Cash Reimbursement
• Employee Recruitment Services
• Job Fairs

PROXIMITY TO INNOVATION

Flagler County is the northernmost tip of Florida’s High Tech Corridor, a regional economic development initiative whose mission is to grow the technology industry and innovation in the region through research, workforce, and marketing partnerships. This provides an established research pipeline and partner. Our technology-rich region is drawn together by its three research universities.

MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION NETWORK

Companies operate efficiently and effectively via the County’s multi-modal transportation network—rail, highway, air, and sea. Our newly renovated Executive Airport provides one 5,500-foot runway, one 5,000-ft runway, and a 3,000-ft water runway. Airport Access Flagler County is home to a private aircraft and corporate jet facility. Additionally, there are four major airports that serve the area with minimal traffic and easy access, Orlando International Airport, Jacksonville International Airport, Sanford Orlando International Airport, and Daytona Beach International Airport. Combined, these airports have non-stop service to 85 U.S. destinations and 28 countries. Only Las Vegas has non-stop service to more major U.S. markets than Orlando International Airport. Highway Network Highway accessibility in Flagler County is easy and quick. Within minutes, you can access Interstate 95 and Interstate 4 corridors, Routes 1 and 100, or rail that traverses through the County. Rail FL East Coast Railway traverses Flagler County north to south, parallel to U.S. Highway 1. Easy Port Accessibility Flagler County is located at the midpoint between JAXPort and Port Canaveral. JAXPORT is a full-service, international trade seaport that handles containerized cargo, automobiles, boats, construction equipment, dry and liquid bulks and over-sized cargoes. Port Canaveral is a cruise, cargo and naval port within 70 minutes of Flagler County. The port transships items for land, sea, air and space. Both Ports are Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs). Port Canaveral is among the largest general purpose FTZs in the nation – over 5 square miles.

FIBER OPTICS, INTERNET REDUNDANCY & SECURITY

Consistent reliability, higher speeds and dedicated bandwidth give businesses that locate in Flagler County a distinct technological advantage. Fiber optics internet is the preferred choice for national and international businesses that require a fast, reliable, secure internet connection.

RELIABLE POWER

Florida Power and Light (FPL) FPL is the most reliable and cost-effective electric utility in Florida and is recognized as having the best comprehensive reliability performance in the nation, It currently serves many mission critical facilities offering absolute redundancies and provides 100% reliability to those customers. FPL is also the most cost effective electric utility in Florida. TECO Gas TECO natural gas supplier services Flagler County through their local distribution system and offers the most reliable and reasonable rates in Florida.

CORPORATE/INDUSTRIAL PARKS & AVAILABLE BUILDINGS & LAND

Corporate/Industrial Parks

• Commerce Park
• Hargrove Grade Industrial Park
• Steel Rail Industrial Park
• Favoretta Industrial Park
• Flagler Executive Airport Commerce Park
• Highway U.S. 1 Commerce Park

THE FLAGLER COMPETITIVE EDGE

Life Science companies that locate in Flagler County can control their costs, reduce their tax burden, and plan their growth in a stable environment. We offer personal attention, a lower cost of operation, the benefit of a skilled workforce, and customized training programs to support your growth. Flagler County is located in the strongest economic corridor in Florida with convenient access to road, rail, and runway. Interstate Highway 95 and U.S. Route 1 run from the northernmost point to the southernmost point of the county with three access ramps to Interstate 95. All paths meet in Flagler County. Business Concierge Services We understand the intricacies of business, as such; our level of assistance and attention to detail is unparalleled. Our “Business Concierge” approach includes award-winning employee recruitment programs, creative incentive programs, personalized permitting processes, and cluster-marketing programs all designed to assist in maximizing your productivity and increasing your bottom-line. Business Retention And Expansion Program (Br&E) Our partnership with you is a long-term investment. A vibrant economy depends on the well-being and growth of local business. Therefore, our BR&E program creates partnerships between business, government and local decision-makers to identify and address industry-related issues, concerns and opportunities. Your success is our goal.

CREATIVE INCENTIVE PROGRAMS

We are aggressively seeking to expand the local economy and offer competitive performance-based incentive programs. Combined with Florida’s business advantages and excellent quality of life, our cost competitive environment creates an unbeatable value proposition for both business owners and employees alike. Click Here To View Incentive Programs

COMPETITIVE COST OF DOING BUSINESS

Florida is ranked as a top business location by site selectors. It offers affordable land, labor and capital. Flagler County is an extremely competitive location within the State of Florida. We provide an environment where the cost of doing business is even more advantageous. Cost-Effective Tax & Wage Structure We have a business-friendly tax climate, no State income tax, and our average annual wage is less than the national average. Here, even NO is a good thing! Favorable Cost-Of-Living And Unsurpassed Quality-Of-Life You and your employees will appreciate Flagler’s favorable cost-of-living while enjoying the benefits of our resort-like lifestyle. Nothing is more important to a company’s success than its workforce. Our economic geography provides access to 450,000+ potential employees.

SKILLED WORKFORCE, TRAINING INCENTIVES & TALENT PIPELINE

Nothing is more important to a company’s success than its workforce. Our economic geography provides access to 450,000+ potential employees. Nearby Colleges, Universities, and Technical Institutes Flagler County businesses benefit from the close proximity to major universities, as well as, respected technical schools. Your company can draw from an experienced workforce as well as recent graduates from local technical colleges and programs such as Flagler Technical Institute (FTI) and Daytona State College (DSC), which both offer health science programs. Click here for a list of nearby colleges. Training Incentive Programs Flagler County offers a number of workforce training incentive programs through CareerSource Flagler-Volusia and Daytona State College. The programs are designed to provide customized workforce assistance and training, programs include:

• On-the-Job Training
• Experience Pays, Cash Reimbursement
• Employee Recruitment Services
• Job Fairs

PROXIMITY TO INNOVATION

Flagler County is the northernmost tip of Florida’s High Tech Corridor, a regional economic development initiative whose mission is to grow the technology industry and innovation in the region through research, workforce, and marketing partnerships. This provides an established research pipeline and partner. Our technology-rich region is drawn together by its three research universities.

MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION NETWORK

Companies operate efficiently and effectively via the County’s multi-modal transportation network—rail, highway, air, and sea. Our newly renovated Executive Airport provides one 5,500-foot runway, one 5,000-ft runway, and a 3,000-ft water runway. Airport Access Flagler County is home to a private aircraft and corporate jet facility. Additionally, there are four major airports that serve the area with minimal traffic and easy access, Orlando International Airport, Jacksonville International Airport, Sanford Orlando International Airport, and Daytona Beach International Airport. Combined, these airports have non-stop service to 85 U.S. destinations and 28 countries. Only Las Vegas has non-stop service to more major U.S. markets than Orlando International Airport. Highway Network Highway accessibility in Flagler County is easy and quick. Within minutes, you can access Interstate 95 and Interstate 4 corridors, Routes 1 and 100, or rail that traverses through the County. Rail FL East Coast Railway traverses Flagler County north to south, parallel to U.S. Highway 1. Easy Port Accessibility Flagler County is located at the midpoint between JAXPort and Port Canaveral. JAXPORT is a full-service, international trade seaport that handles containerized cargo, automobiles, boats, construction equipment, dry and liquid bulks and over-sized cargoes. Port Canaveral is a cruise, cargo and naval port within 70 minutes of Flagler County. The port transships items for land, sea, air and space. Both Ports are Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs). Port Canaveral is among the largest general purpose FTZs in the nation – over 5 square miles.

FIBER OPTICS, INTERNET REDUNDANCY & SECURITY

Consistent reliability, higher speeds and dedicated bandwidth give businesses that locate in Flagler County a distinct technological advantage. Fiber optics internet is the preferred choice for national and international businesses that require a fast, reliable, secure internet connection.

RELIABLE POWER

Florida Power and Light (FPL) FPL is the most reliable and cost-effective electric utility in Florida and is recognized as having the best comprehensive reliability performance in the nation, It currently serves many mission critical facilities offering absolute redundancies and provides 100% reliability to those customers. FPL is also the most cost effective electric utility in Florida. TECO Gas TECO natural gas supplier services Flagler County through their local distribution system and offers the most reliable and reasonable rates in Florida.

CORPORATE/INDUSTRIAL PARKS & AVAILABLE BUILDINGS & LAND

Corporate/Industrial Parks

• Commerce Park
• Hargrove Grade Industrial Park
• Steel Rail Industrial Park
• Favoretta Industrial Park
• Flagler Executive Airport Commerce Park
• Highway U.S. 1 Commerce Park

THE FLAGLER COMPETITIVE EDGE

Manufacturers and distributors that locate in Flagler County can control their costs, reduce their tax burden, and plan their growth in a stable environment. We offer personal attention, a lower cost of operation, the benefit of a skilled workforce, and customized training programs to support your growth. Flagler County is located in the strongest economic corridor in Florida with convenient access to road, rail and runway. Interstate Highway 95 and U.S. Route 1 run from the northernmost point to the southernmost point of the county with three access ramps to Interstate 95. All paths meet in Flagler County. Business Concierge Services We understand the intricacies of business, as such; our level of assistance and attention to detail is unparalleled. Our “Business Concierge” approach includes award-winning employee recruitment programs, creative incentive programs, personalized permitting processes, and cluster marketing programs all designed to assist in maximizing your productivity and increasing your bottom-line. Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) Program We’re with you for the long run – a healthy, vibrant local economy depends on the well-being of local businesses. Our BR&E program maintains a dialogue between the local businesses, eco­nomic development entities, and state and local decision makers. Effective communication and long-term partner­ships that result in proactive identifica­tion and resolution of industry-related issues, concerns and opportunities.

MANUFACTURERS

Our area manufacturers produce and distribute a diverse array of products, including but not limited to: agricultural products; alcohol/spirits; aviation LED lights; architectural elements; automobile parts and accessories; awnings; boats; cabinetry; chemical-private labeling; confectionary & chocolates; canvas products; electrical connectors and switches; electrical and fiber optic connections; emergency call systems; foam & insulation; gym equipment; luxury boats; machine manufacturing; mattresses; medical equipment; metal enclosures; metal fabricating; motor-run capacitors, metalized poly-propylene capacitors, and AC capacitors; paints and coatings; parachutes; performance wheels; plastic components; precision grinding machines; pyrotechnics; railroad wheels; sunglasses; sporting goods; water treatment systems; and wire for electronic, medical, audio use. 1,300+ ESTABLISHMENTS AND 29,600+ JOBS

CREATIVE INCENTIVE PROGRAMS

We are aggressively seeking to expand the local economy and offer competitive performance-based incentive programs. Combined with Florida’s business advantages and excellent quality of life, our cost competitive environment creates an unbeatable value proposition for both business owners and employees alike. Click Here To View Incentive Programs Sales & Use Tax Exemptions For Manufacturers Florida offers Sales and Use Tax Exemptions on…

• Machinery and equipment used by a new or expanding Florida business to manufacture, produce or process tangible personal property for sale
• Labor, parts and materials used in repair of and incorporated into machinery and equipment
• Electricity used in the manufacturing process
• Certain boiler fuels (including natural gas) used in the manufacturing process
• Semiconductor, defense and space technology-based industry transactions involving manufacturing equipment
• Machinery and equipment used predominantly in research and development
• Labor component of research and development expenditures
• Commercial space activity — launch vehicles, payloads and fuel, machinery and equipment for production of items used exclusively at Spaceport Florida
• Aircraft parts, modification, maintenance and repair, sale or lease of qualified aircraft
• Production companies engaged in Florida in the production of motion pictures, made for television motion pictures, television series, commercial music videos or sound recordings.

COMPETITIVE COST OF DOING BUSINESS

Florida is ranked as a top business location by site selectors. It offers affordable land, labor and capital. Flagler County is extremely compet­itive within the State of Florida. We provide an environment where the cost of doing business is even more advantageous. Cost-Effective Tax & Wage Structure We have a busi­ness-friendly tax climate, no State income tax, and our average annual wage is less than the national average. Here, even NO is a good thing! Favorable Cost-Of-Living and Unsurpassed Quality-Of-Life You and your employees will appreciate Flagler’s favorable cost-of-living while enjoying the benefits of our resort-like lifestyle. Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) – Importing and Exporting Flagler County is located within 90 minutes of three international deep-water ports. The Flagler County is part of the Foreign Trade Zone #198, a federally designated restrict­ed-access site that offers special administrative treatment of U.S. imports and exports. This designation may allow your busi­ness to delay, reduce or eliminate the duty payments on foreign merchandise. This designation provides for: Duty Deferral (pay only when the goods are transferred out of the zone), Duty Elimination (customs duties can be eliminated if goods are re-exported from the FTZ to another country), Inverted Tariff Relief (the location of the processing allows savings from use of the lower tariff rate), Ad Valorem Tax Exemption (merchan­dise imported and held in an FTZ for storage, sale, exhibition, processing, repackaging, assembly or distribution exempt from state and local Ad

SKILLED WORKFORCE, TRAINING INCENTIVES & TALENT PIPELINE

Nothing is more important to a company’s success than its workforce. Our geography provides access to 450,000+ potential employees. Highest Regional Percent Growth of
Millennials & Gen. Z Populations Nearby Colleges, Universities, and Technical Institutes Flagler County businesses benefit from the close proximity to major universities, as well as, respected technical schools. Your company can draw from an experienced workforce as well as recent graduated from local technical colleges and programs such as Flagler Technical Institute (FTI) and Daytona State College (DSC) which both offer manufacturing certification programs. Click here to for a list of nearby colleges. Training Incentive Programs Flagler County offers a number of workforce training incentive programs through CareerSource Flagler-Volusia and Daytona State College. The programs are designed to provide customized workforce assistance and training, programs include:

• On-the-Job Training
• Experience Pays, Cash Reimbursement
• Employee Recruitment Services

PROXIMITY TO INNOVATION

Flagler County is the northernmost tip of Florida’s High Tech Corridor, a regional economic development initiative whose mission is to grow the technology industry and inno­vation in the region through research, workforce and marketing partnerships. This provides an estab­lished research pipeline and partner. Our technolo­gy-rich region is drawn together by its three research universities.

MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION NETWORK

Companies operate efficiently and effectively via the County’s multi-modal transportation network—rail, highway, air, and sea. Our newly renovated Executive Airport provides one 5,500-foot runway, one 5,000-ft runway, and a 3,000-ft water runway. Airport Access Flagler County is home to a private aircraft and corporate jet facility. Additionally, there are four major airports that serve the area with minimal traffic and easy access, Orlando International Airport, Jacksonville International Airport, Sanford Orlando International Airport, and Daytona Beach International Airport. Combined, these airports have non-stop service to 85 U.S. destinations and 28 countries. Only Las Vegas has non-stop service to more major U.S. markets than Orlando International Airport. Highway Network Highway accessibility in Flagler County is easy and quick. Within minutes, you can access Interstate 95 and Interstate 4 corridors, Routes 1 and 100, or rail that traverses through the County. Rail Florida East Coast Railway traverses Flagler north to south, parallel to U.S. Highway 1. Easy Port Accessibility Flagler County is located at the midpoint between JAXPort and Port Canaveral. JAXPORT is a full-service, international trade seaport that handles containerized cargo, automobiles, boats, construction equipment, dry and liquid bulks and over-sized cargoes. Port Canaveral is a cruise, cargo and naval port within 70 minutes of Flagler County. The port transships items for land, sea, air and space. Both Ports are Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs). Port Canaveral is among the largest general purpose FTZs in the nation – over 5 square miles.

FIBER OPTICS INTERNET REDUNDANCY & SECURITY

Consistent reliability, higher speeds and dedicated bandwidth give businesses that locate in Flagler County a distinct technological advantage. Fiber optics internet is the preferred choice for national and international businesses that require a fast, reli­able, secure internet connection.

RELIABLE POWER

Florida Power and Light (FPL) FPL is the most reliable and cost-effective electric utility in Florida and is recognized as having the best compre­hensive reliability performance in the nation. It cur­rently serves many mission critical facilities offering absolute redundancies and provides 100% reliability to those customers. FPL is also the most cost effective electric utility in Florida. TECO Gas TECO natural gas supplier services Flagler County through their local distribution system and offers the most reliable and reasonable rates in Florida.

CORPORATE/INDUSTRIAL PARKS & AVAILABLE BUILDINGS & LAND

Corporate/Industrial Parks

• Commerce Park
• Hargrove Grade Industrial Park
• Steel Rail Industrial Park
• Favoretta Industrial Park
• Flagler Executive Airport Commerce Park
• Highway U.S. 1 Commerce Park