News & Insights

Smart Region Plan Named a Finalist by International Smart Cities Council

Posted on March 26, 2019

In the quest to become the nation’s first smart region, Northeast Florida’s plans for transportation and infrastructure innovation is catching the eye of international experts…Read More

Regional Effort Harnesses Power of Partnerships

Posted on February 28, 2019

The old adage that if you want something done right, do it yourself may work for some tasks, but when it comes to economic development,…Read More

VyStar’s Downtown Campus Marks New Era for City’s Largest Credit Union

Posted on February 19, 2019

VyStar Credit Union, the $8.7 billion-asset credit union, is shaping the community it calls home. Soon, its name will be emblazoned on two iconic buildings…Read More

Employment, Job Training Top Florida’s Economic Development Priorities

Posted on January 30, 2019

The Florida Chamber Foundation is predicting that the state will create 150,000 jobs in 2019 and more than 5 million people will move here by…Read More

Gioia Sails Expands in Palm Coast

Posted on November 27, 2018

Canvas-sailing products manufacturer Gioia Sails South celebrated their ribbon cutting at their new Palm Coast-based facility in Flagler County, a sign of their tremendous growth…Read More

JAXPORT #1 in Cargo Shipping in Florida

Posted on November 19, 2018

With more than 1.27 million cargo container units moved in the 2017-18 fiscal year, JAXPORT has become Florida’s busiest port authority.  This represents a 23-percent…Read More

Jacksonville’s UK Delegation Anticipates Dividends in Job Creation

Posted on October 30, 2018

While the outcome of the Jacksonville Jaguars London game may not have ended on a positive note, Jacksonville city officials, business leaders and staff from…Read More

JAX’s Smart Region Plan Draws Attention from California Tech Company

Posted on October 25, 2018

Jacksonville’s plan to develop the country’s first Smart Region is getting attention from companies from around the world interested in being in the middle of…Read More

CP Performance Chooses Flagler County

Posted on October 16, 2018

CP Performance, the online marine product superstore has chosen to consolidate its operations in Flagler County, part of the seven-county JAX region.  The company will…Read More

Elevate Northeast Florida Report Released

Posted on September 18, 2018

JAXUSA Partnership hosted more than 100 government, business and community leaders at a luncheon today to present the results of the  research process for the…Read More