Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality

08/12/2026

🚀 Is Your Business SBE Ready?

The Capital City Chamber of Commerce is reimagining Advantage 2026 with a more intentional, results-driven experience designed to help businesses prepare for the next level of growth.

As procurement and contracting opportunities continue to expand across public and private sectors, success requires more than a great product or service. Businesses need the systems, certifications, financial capacity, and relationships to compete and win.

Join us for the:

ADVANTAGE 2026: SBE READY SUMMIT
📅 Monday, September 14, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 FSU Turnbull Center
555 W. Pensacola Street | Tallahassee, FL

Featuring Keynote Speaker Dr. Clyde Diao

Founder and Chief Economist of the Regional Economic Consulting Group (REC), Dr. Diao brings more than 30 years of experience in economic development, forecasting, and public policy. Having served four Florida Governors as Deputy Policy Coordinator and Lead Economist, he will provide valuable insights into today's economic landscape, emerging opportunities, and why building capacity now is critical for future success.

What You'll Learn:

✅ What it truly means to be SBE Ready
✅ Preparing for procurement and contracting opportunities
✅ Building operational capacity and financial readiness
✅ Developing stronger proposals and business systems
✅ Understanding certifications and vendor requirements
✅ Connecting with agencies, corporations, and resource partners

More Than a Summit

Advantage 2026 also launches the Capital City Chamber's Small Business Capacity Building Initiative, providing ongoing workshops, technical assistance, networking opportunities, and resources to help businesses move from interested to prepared.

Whether you're a startup, an established small business, or a company ready to enter new markets, this Summit will provide the knowledge, connections, and strategies needed to position your business for future opportunities.

💡 We're moving beyond inspiration and focusing on preparation because opportunity favors businesses that are SBE Ready.

Register Here: https://www.chamberorganizer.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?evid=103869679&orgcode=CAPI

08/12/2026

Black Business Month is an opportunity to recognize the local businesses turning passion into impact—and Tally Kombucha is doing just that! 🖤🌿

Founded in Tallahassee in 2016, Tally Kombucha has grown from a passion for fermentation and wellness into a local brand dedicated to making healthy living more accessible. From handcrafted kombucha and wellness education to community events and local partnerships, the company continues to make an impact beyond the bottle.🍹

As Tally Kombucha celebrates a decade of entrepreneurship, we’re raising a glass to 10 years of wellness, innovation, and community!

Learn more at tallykombucha.com

08/07/2026

August is National Black Business Month, and we’re celebrating the entrepreneurs whose businesses, leadership, and community investment help strengthen Tallahassee-Leon County!

We’re proud to spotlight Samuel Burges, Founder & Chef of Pineappetit! 👨🏾‍🍳🍍Pineappétit is a full-service culinary business serving our community through sit-down and fast-casual dining, catering, meal prep, and restaurant consulting. But Samuel’s impact extends well beyond the kitchen. Pineappétit often partners with charitable organizations and works with Title I schools to provide cooking classes that incorporate math, financial literacy, and essential culinary skills.

From great food to meaningful community impact, Pineappétit continues to serve Tallahassee-Leon County in so many ways! Catch Pineappétit tomorrow from 2–6 PM in the VIP section at the Tallahassee Beer Festival! Rumor is that they’re giving away 10% off coupons for back-to-school and first-time customers! 😉

08/07/2026

08/04/2026

We're proud to see Tallahassee-Leon County continue to be recognized as a great place to build a career. 🎉

Eighteen local employers have been named among Florida Trend Best Workplaces in Florida, highlighting the organizations that are investing in their people, fostering strong workplace cultures, and helping our region thrive.

Congratulations to all of this year's honorees for setting the standard for workplace excellence and making Tallahassee-Leon County an outstanding place to live, work, and do business!

Read the full story: https://oevforbusiness.org/eighteen-tallahassee-employers-recognized-among-floridas-best-workplaces/

08/03/2026

07/31/2026

Independent Retailer Month is all about celebrating the businesses that make shopping local a unique experience.

At The Fuzzy Pineapple, you'll find thoughtfully curated gifts, handmade jewelry, candles, and locally made products that bring creativity and personality to every visit. It's a reminder that the best finds are often waiting at your neighborhood shop.

Discover your next favorite find—and more local favorites—at LoveYourLocalTLH.com.

07/31/2026

Last week, OEV proudly represented Tallahassee-Leon County as part of Florida's official delegation to the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow in the United Kingdom.

As one of the world's premier aerospace and defense events, Farnborough provided an opportunity to showcase why Tallahassee-Leon County is an ideal location for aerospace, aviation, defense, and advanced manufacturing companies. From our world-class research institutions and skilled talent pipeline to our collaborative business environment, our community offers the assets these industries need to innovate and grow.

We're grateful to FloridaCommerce for the opportunity to showcase both Florida and Tallahassee-Leon County on the global stage and build relationships that support future investment and job creation.