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Sumter County's Incentives Portfolio Updated for Targeted Industries

Targeted industry incentives remain a core aspect of the Sumter County Economic Development strategy to help existing businesses expand and recruit new businesses to the county.

Sumter County Economic Development modified the county's incentive offerings to include a Research and Development incentive to promote innovation for manufacturers and agribusinesses. Additional incentive factors for manufacturers' tangible personal property investments and companies exporting internationally are also included in the new structure.

Agribusiness Sector Growing Fast in Sumter County

Changes in technology, strong market demand, and a skilled workforce are driving production in Sumter County's agribusiness sector.

Center for Advanced Manufacturing Now Open

The much anticipated Center for Advanced Manufacturing at Lake Technical College is now open and the college is accepting applications in the Welding Technology, Advanced Welding, and CNC Production Specialist programs of study.

Manufacturing Workforce Certification Will Help To Close The Skills Gap

Promoting the pursuit of in-demand manufacturing certifications will have a positive effect on an area's existing manufacturing base and will help boost the community's ability to attract additional manufacturers.

Featured Business

Robbins Manufacturing headquartered in Tarrytown has been manufacturing wood products since 1938. Founded by Bruce Robbins as a modest sawmill and lumber company, the company has grown to become an industry leader in heavy-duty preserved wood products. Their utility poles, marine pilings, fence posts, timbers, and sheet goods are used in environments that subject them to extreme conditions. Their Wolmanized® Heavy-Duty™ Wood is used in the agricultural, marine and utility industries. They distribute their products throughout Florida and the Southeastern part of the country. They have the largest production facility in Florida where they annually produce over one million cubic feet of poles and pilings in addition to over one million fence posts.

SCORE - Starting a Consulting Business

Webinar

Wednesday, November 7, 2018
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST

SCORE - Managing with QuickbooksTM

Community Foundation of South Lake County
2150 Oakley Seaver Drive
Clermont, FL 34711

Friday, November 9, 2018
12:30 PM to 3:30 PM EST

SCORE - Sales 101- How to Close the Deal

Lake Square Mall
10401 US-441
Suite 50, Community Room
Leesburg, FL 34788

Wednesday, November 14, 2018
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM EST

Getting the Most out of Your Digital Marketing Strategy

SBDC at the University of Central Florida
National Entrepreneur Ctr
3201 E. Colonial Drive (Orlando Fashion Square Mall) Suite 20A
Orlando, FL 32803

Thursday, November 15, 2018
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM EST

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