| As the world’s
sixteenth largest economy, Florida’s international sector continues
to grow. One of Florida’s top metro areas, Metro Orlando, leads
that growth. In fact, recent expansions at our key transportation centers,
Orlando International Airport and Port Canaveral, further connect our
community with the rest of the world. And, a strong high tech industry
of 3,500 companies and 53,000 employees puts the region at the forefront
of innovation.
Positioning
Metro Orlando as a leader in the global economy is a priority of the
EDC's
International Business Development Team. Specifically, these efforts
are designed to enhance international business in the region by directly
assisting
hundreds of local companies with their export sales strategies. The team
also works to promote foreign direct investment in the region. These
efforts
include hosting international business development missions and inbound
trade missions; helping local companies identify and capitalize on
sales
opportunities worldwide; and working with international companies through
their business expansion plans.
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