Ep. 281 | Exploring Florida's Small Business Ecosystem with Economist Dr. Jerry Parrish

In this episode of Small Biz Florida, host Tom Kindred, Regional Director of the Small Business Development Center at Indian River State College, highlights the third annual Small Business Success Summit in Ponte Vedra, Florida. Sponsored by Florida First Capital and the Florida SBDC Network, the event gathers over 420 small business owners to network and share best practices. Tom interviews Dr. Jerry Parrish, Chief Economist at the Metro Atlanta Chamber, who shares his expert insights on the economic outlook for Florida. Dr. Parrish discusses the crucial role small businesses play in job creation, the current state of capital access, and key workforce trends in Florida. He also highlights the opportunities and challenges faced by small business owners in today’s evolving economic landscape, providing valuable advice for both aspiring and established entrepreneurs.

This podcast episode was recorded live at the Small Business Success Summit hosted at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. This podcast is made possible by the Florida SBDC Network and sponsored by Florida First Capital.

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• Dr. Jerry D. Parrish, Economist & Public Speaker