Standing out starts with authenticity. At the Women in Economic Development conference, Meghan DiGiacomo moderated a thoughtful conversation “How to Stand Out When Competing for a Project: Winning the RFI/RFP Game.” The panel brought together professionals from across the

Highlands County—in the heart of Florida—is a community with a proud agricultural heritage, a strong sense of belonging and a shared desire to grow while preserving the charm built over 100 years of history and tradition. To develop its first-ever county strategic plan and

At this year’s Florida Association of Chamber Professionals Conference, @NancyBlum joined chambers and other industry leaders, such as @SeminoleChamber and Lake Economic Area Development (LEAD) Partnership, from across the state to share practical insights on strengthening local

Economic development in a can? Jackson County and PackEx USA just popped the top. PackEx USA is set to open a 400,000-square-foot aluminum packaging facility in January 2026, which includes a $50 million investment by the company and a commitment to create 75 new local jobs. As

Our President & CEO, @GraySwoope, recently joined the TalentWise podcast with @MarksteinCo to talk about the shifting economics of talent and why yesterday’s playbook won’t cut it in tomorrow’s economy. Gray unpacked how workforce realities are rewriting the rules of economic

🎉 Congratulations to our fellow economic development friend, Jennifer Daniels, now Economic Development Director of Columbia County, on achieving the prestigious designation of Certified Economic Developer (CEcD)! This recognition from the International Economic Development

As we celebrate 10 years at VisionFirst Advisors, we’re spotlighting longtime partners like @ARTXRedi. Two states, two counties, and one clear mission: be REDI for growth. With smart data + sharper strategy, we helped map out the region’s competitive edge. 📖Case study:

When Arcosa Inc. - Wind Towers needed a strategic partner to help find the perfect site for its next manufacturing facility, they didn’t just throw a pin at the map – they called VisionFirst Advisors. As a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers, Arcosa was looking to

At the recent Business Council of Alabama Government Affairs Conference, @GraySwoope, President & CEO of VisionFirst Advisors, spotlighted Alabama’s biggest infrastructure hurdle: electricity capacity. With demand projected to surge 33% in the next decade, the real challenge

Congratulations to @GraySwoope for being recognized as one of @newsservicefla's 'Fifty Over 50' award recipients! As President and CEO of VisionFirst Advisors, Gray's leadership and dedication continue to impact the economic development industry and beyond. As Join us in

At VisionFirst Advisors, we are proud to mark a decade of delivering impactful results for clients and shaping new innovation. "The future of VisionFirst is bright. Our corporate structure allows for sustainability and core concepts to be carried forward in future decades. I am

Celebrating 10 Years of Vision, Strategy & Results! 🎉🎉 At VisionFirst Advisors, we are proud to mark a decade of delivering impact and innovation. Since day one, our mission has been to guide clients through complex challenges in economic development, site selection, workforce

Congratulations to our strategic partner, @SouthernGroupFL for coming in as the top earning lobbying firm in Florida in 2024! 🎉⬇️

🔍 Our Approach at VisionFirst Advisors Success isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution — that’s why we focus on what matters most: - Experience: Proven expertise that drives results. - Connections: A far-reaching network to open doors. - Perspective: Fresh, innovative ideas

🌟 At VisionFirst Advisors, we help corporations and communities stay ahead in today's competitive landscape. With decades of experience, our team excels at turning ideas into action, connecting resources to goals, and crafting innovative solutions that drive real results.

Check this out! We were featured in @FloridaTrend's Movers & Influencers section, which highlighted the hiring of our new team members @minah_hall and Jennifer Carroll (@taxcandi). The addition of Minah and Jennifer solidifies VisionFirst's position as a premier economic

Our work speaks for itself. Our newest team members @minah_hall and Jennifer Carroll (@taxcandi) position VisionFirst to continue growing on ourbillions in investments & creation of thousands of jobs nationwide. 🚀 Contact us to learn how we can help you and your organization!

Our newest team members @minah_hall and Jennifer Carroll (@taxcandi) significantly strengthen VisionFirst’s national footprint, adding Chicago and Dallas to the firm’s office locations. Together, they will build on VisionFirst’s areas of influence such as tax incentives and site

“We are thrilled to welcome @minah_hall and Jennifer Carroll (@taxcandi) to the VisionFirst Advisors team,” said @GraySwoope, President and CEO of VisionFirst Advisors and former Secretary of the Florida Department of Commerce.   ICYMI, we recently welcomed Minah and Jennifer to

We’re proud to announce that VisionFirst is now home to the ultimate site selection dream team! 🌟 With the addition of @minah_hall and Jennifer Carroll (@taxcandi), we’ve assembled unmatched expertise in tax incentives, site selection strategy, and economic development. Our