Glades County Economic Development Council, Inc.

06/05/2026

Have you been thinking of Starting a Business and not sure where to begin? The SBDC welcomes you to join us for the SMART STARTS workshop. Join us at the Glades County EDC office as we create a fool-proof-hands-on-business model that can assist in bringing your business ideas to pen and paper! Coffee and Doughnuts will be provided.
July 8, 2026 at 10:00am - Please use the link in the comments to register.

05/19/2026

To celebrate 250 years of American free enterprise, we want to show the country that small business is BIG business.

We’re looking for small businesses that are:

- Strengthening American competitiveness

- Innovating and demonstrating an outsized impact within an industry

- Delivering economic opportunity and quality jobs

- Showing strong fundamentals and ex*****on readiness

Apply to the Patriot Pitch Competition: sba.gov/freedom250

05/06/2026

Happy Small Business week!!
Make sure to stop in and support all of our small businesses this week and show them your support.

It's the most wonderful time of the year! National is May 3–9, a time to celebrate the local shops, tech startups, and family-run businesses that make our communities thrive. Learn more: https://www.sba.gov/nsbw

04/07/2026

Open Enrollment is now open until May 20th.
[Links are available in the comments]

02/28/2026

Learn how to protect your business from today’s top fraud threats while enjoying free refreshments and appetizers at the Drawbridge Restaurant!

Attendance is free, but spots are limited, so RSVP today at: https://www.first1bank.com/business/fraud-awareness-seminar.html

02/17/2026

For more information, please contact: Roy Alaimo at 904-652-6419 or [email protected].

02/04/2026

Stop by the EDC office for your Chalo Nitka Festival merch!!

🎊 Chalo Nitka Festival Merch is HERE! 🎊

👚 Apparel
• Long Sleeve Fishing Shirts — $30
• Long Sleeve Cotton Shirts — $25
• Short Sleeve Cotton Shirts — $20
👉 Adult sizes 2XL and up — additional $5
• Youth Short Sleeve Cotton Shirts — $15

🧢 Accessories
• Ball Caps — $25
• Koozies — $5

🎡 Ride Wristbands
• Presale: $25 at the Glades County EDC Office until Friday, March 6th

• Kids Day: Rides are FREE from 11am–4pm

• After Kids Day: Wristbands available in the Ticket Booth at the Chalo Nitka Grounds for Friday night & Saturday — $30 each

📍 Purchase Location: Glades County EDC Office
100 10th Street Moore Haven, FL 33471

❓Questions: Call (863) 946-0300

Grab your merch & save on wristbands before the festival and upcoming events! 🎣

02/04/2026

Street Economics by BusinessFlare shares Business insights for Moore Haven.

Get more from Street Economics by BusinessFlare: Municipal AI Tools for Economic Development Insights on Patreon

01/22/2026

A great day at the Florida State Capitol for Rural Counties Day 2026!
It was an honor advocating for the needs of Glades County, connecting with state leaders, and highlighting the vital role rural counties play in Florida’s success. Proud of the collaboration, the conversations, and the opportunity to represent our county on a statewide stage.

Rural voices matter—and Glades County’s voice was heard. 💚🌾

01/14/2026

Thank you to those participating in the EDC New Year Scavenger Hunt!!! Keep discovering Glades County!! You have until January 31st to find them all!!!