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.