The Board of County Commissioners on Thursday quietly took a step that could have important and beneficial results for our County. Following the recommendations of County staff and County Manager Leo Ochs, the Board directed staff to designate an individual to serve as Executive Director for Business and Economic Development. This person would be an already serving member of staff and not an additional hire. This Director would be involved in the daily oversight and operation of County economic and business development programs, and would report directly to the County Manager. He or she would serve as liaison with County agencies and work with private, public and not-for-profit entities involved in economic development.
This decision underscores and reemphasizes the importance that our County government places on economic development. In itself, it is an important signal that the County wants to be seen as a business-friendly community. In his remarks, Mr. Ochs set out to goal of focusing economic and development actions into a concentrated community effort.
To read the full, original article click on this link: Economic Development is Everybody's Businesses - Collier County Economic Development Council Blog
Author: Bill O'Neill
