Testimonials: Why Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County?

"With a highly skilled, diverse and talented workforce, an exceptional quality of life and easy access to domestic and international markets, Broward County is an oustanding location for any size business—from start-up to Fortune 500. That is why I'm proud to call Broward County home."

H. Wayne Huizenga, Chairman
Huizenga Holdings, Inc.

"This year Broward County ranked in the top five U.S. markets as the least expensive place to operate a corporate headquarters. With low taxes, reasonable office costs, a well-qualified work force and numerous transportation choices, the climate for business is one of the most dynamic in the country. Local economic development organizations, along with established business leaders, are ready to let you know how your business can grow and prosper in Broward County."

Terry Stiles, Chairman and CEO
Stiles Corporation

"Broward County/South Florida offers a wide range of cultural and entertainment choices that make its quality of life among the best in the world. These amenities make it attractive to some of the most skilled workers in the nation—from aviation to biosciences to technology and everything in between. Fort Lauderdale has been Citrix's home since 1989 when we opened our doors with 18 employees. Today, we are a global company with almost 5,000 employees worldwide and nearly 1,900 in South Florida. Broward County's diverse people and cultural experiences, where innovation, creativity and an entrepreneurial spirit thrive, have helped us grow by attracting the best and brightest innovators, decision makers and leaders."

Mark Templeton, President and CEO
Citrix Systems, Inc.

"Broward County is a dynamic market for commercial real estate, offering the latest facilities and services to companies considering expanding or relocating. Whether a company needs new class A office space, an industrial building, vacant land or a start up office, Broward County has it all and is on the cutting edge of green building construction."

Wei Chen, CEO
US Capital Holdings, LLC

"Broward County's assets include an international airport and seaport within minutes from most anywhere in the county. Add to that easily accessible highways, free trade zones and a world-class telecommunications infrastructure and you have a location that is right for any business."

Alan B. Levan, Chairman
BankAtlantic Bancorp, Inc.
 

"Broward County and its 31 municipal government partners work together supporting existing and new businesses through a variety of programs, including those that assist small economically disadvantaged business enterprises. By helping local companies grow and prosper, as well as developing business partnerships abroad, Broward County's government leaders work to provide an economic environment where creating jobs and attracting new business are a top priority."

Lois Wexler, County Commissioner
Broward County Board of County Commissioners

"Whether your company needs small business assistance, services for women and minority-owned businesses, access to capital or expedited permitting as you relocate or expand, you will find a strong foundation for your business to succeed in Broward County. This is a place where the private and public sectors come together to support and help businesses of any size succeed."

George Rahael, Founder and CEO
Amera Corporation

"The success of any business depends on the skills and talents of its workforce. Broward County's workforce is large, talented and culturally diverse, providing employers with the best and brightest workers. But we're not content to rest on current success. The colleges and universities in the region are continually working with business leaders to develop the curriculum needed now and in the future so employees will have the skills to continue to make our region a leader in available talent."

Ray Ferrero, Jr., President
Nova Southeastern University

"From free voluntary pre-kindergarten programs to high schools named among the best in the U.S., Broward County's public school system is leading the way in providing the highest quality education to its students. Upon graduation from high school, Broward students can remain in South Florida and choose from several fine colleges and universities to prepare them for their future careers. Business and education come together every day in Broward County as our public and private schools, along with South Florida's fully accredited colleges and universities, develop and train our skilled and knowledgeable workforce for a rewarding present and future job market."

Anthony Jackson, Senior Managing Partner
The Marome Agency

"Technology, life sciences and advanced manufacturing are successful industry clusters in Broward County. Companies and universities in our region have been a major force in the development of information and communications technology, along with pharmaceutical, medical diagnosis and medical device technology and manufacturing. We have the trained workforce available now, and our universities are developing the workforce of the future to continue to provide the talent needed in these industries of the future."

June Wolfe, President
South Florida Manufacturers Association

"Broward County offers some of the best medical facilities in the U.S. with nationally recognized healthcare facilities offering world-class care. From the finest children's hospitals to the best in elder care, you will find compassionate and highly trained healthcare professionals to care for your family and your employees."

Roy Krause, President and CEO
Spherion Corporation

"Broward County is a place where creativity and knowledge-based innovation workers are valued and encouraged. The creative and film industries are important parts of Broward's economy. Companies can locate here knowing they will find the creative workforce now, and know that it is being prepared for the future as well, in our trend-setting colleges and universities."

Lorna E. Brown-Burton
Law Office of Lorna E. Brown-Burton, P.A.