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Broward County OESBD We help position businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs to take advantage of local opportunities, and grow their businesses beyond Broward.

The Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD) is responsible for enhancing Broward County's economy by recruiting new and supporting existing industries, and creating new employment opportunities for residents. The Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD) is a small business-focused agency promoting equal access to procurement opportunities for all enterprises. For more information, call 954-357-6400, visit Broward.org/EconDev or email [email protected].

🎨✨Calling all creative trailblazers: Apply to exhibit at FITCE2026 as a local artist! Learn how you can apply to showcas...
10/13/2026

🎨✨Calling all creative trailblazers: Apply to exhibit at FITCE2026 as a local artist! Learn how you can apply to showcase your work at the Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE) on November 18–19, 2026. Hosted by the Broward County Cultural Division, the virtual workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14 at 12PM and will give professional artists the scoop on exhibiting and engaging with global attendees at .

Artists interested in putting their talent on an international stage are encouraged to attend the virtual application workshop! Register: https://bit.ly/4dCCAfS

This is your opportunity to elevate your art on an international stage!🌎🎉
📅 Application Deadline: October 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM

A service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

10/13/2026

Don’t miss your chance to connect globally! Broward County Vice Mayor Robert McKinzie invites you to the Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE). Build international relationships, discover new markets, and expand your business worldwide.

Register now at FITCExpo.com

Join at these upcoming events. Look forward to networking with peers and learning as we share valuable information abo...
10/13/2026

Join at these upcoming events. Look forward to networking with peers and learning as we share valuable information about OESBD programs, events, and community resources. See you there!

OCTOBER

*10/14 - Manufacturing Industry Employer Forum, CareerSource Broward, 8:30-10AM
*10/14 - FHACC Economic Forum Access To Capital – Florida Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce
*10/16 - Hispanic Heritage Chamber of Commerce’s Anniversary & Business Excellence Awards Breakfast, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 9-11AM
*10/16 - FY27 Capital Projects and Contracting Opportunities, Broward County Governmental Center East, RM 422, 2PM
*10/19 - Boost Your Business with FTZ 25 in Broward County , Jaco Community Center, 6 - 8PM

NOVEMBER

*11/2 - Introduction to MAP Broward Project Opportunities, 1 N University Dr , 2PM
*11/3 - Broward Health Small Business & Health Expo, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pine, 7:30AM - 12PM
*11/16 - City of Miramar's Business Industry Development (BID)'s 5th Annual Contractor Fair, 8AM-2PM

To register for events, visit: https://bit.ly/4gpsLDH

Be sure to follow us and subscribe to the Business Assistance Weekly (BAW) newsletter for updates and more events throughout the year.

*The Office of Economic and Small Business Development is a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

🌟 Calling all local businesses and contractors! Join us for the FY27 Capital Projects & Contracting Opportunities event ...
10/10/2026

🌟 Calling all local businesses and contractors! Join us for the FY27 Capital Projects & Contracting Opportunities event on Friday, October 16, 2026 at 2PM. Key representatives from multiple Broward County agencies will share details on upcoming projects and how your business can get involved. Q&A and a networking session will follow the presentations. Invited agencies include:
• Aviation
• MAP Broward
• Parks and Recreation
• Port Everglades
• Public Works
• Transportation…and more!
🎤 Moderator: Maribel Feliciano, Director, Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development
📍 Location: Broward County Governmental Center - 115 S Andrews Avenue, RM 422, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4jf3T3y
📣 Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and position your business for new opportunities.

10/09/2026

Important News! Broward County Mayor Mark D. Bogen invites you to attend the Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE)! Connect with international delegates, explore new markets, and unlock opportunities to grow your business.

Register today at https://bit.ly/4nieFVp

Boost your business with global advantages! 🌍✨Join Port Everglades FTZ 25 and Broward County OESBD for an impactful work...
10/07/2026

Boost your business with global advantages! 🌍✨

Join Port Everglades FTZ 25 and Broward County OESBD for an impactful workshop designed to help local businesses reduce costs, access incentives, and unlock powerful growth opportunities through the Foreign-Trade Zone program.

What you’ll learn:
✔ Duty exemptions and deferrals
✔ Federal, state, and local incentives
✔ Investment opportunities
✔ Job creation and business growth strategies

🗓 October 19, 2026
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 City of Oakland Park – Jaco Community Center
1098 NE 40th Ct, Oakland Park, FL

Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen and scale your business in Broward County!

👉 Register today: https://bit.ly/4AR8q2b

Have a business idea you’re ready to move forward? Join the Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Develop...
10/07/2026

Have a business idea you’re ready to move forward? Join the Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD), in partnership with the City of Oakland Park, for The Intentional Entrepreneur™, an interactive workshop created for aspiring and early stage entrepreneurs.
Spend three focused hours exploring the realities of business ownership, strengthening your entrepreneurial mindset and developing a clear one year vision for your business.

📅 Tomorrow, Thursday, October 8
⏰ 5 - 8PM
📍 Jaco Pastorius Community Center, Oakland Park

Your next year in business starts with a plan. Don’t wait to figure it out as you go. Register today, claim your seat and start building with intention. There’s still time to register! (https://bit.ly/4rTytll)

🌎 Connect Your Business to the World at FITCE 2026!The Florida International Trade & Cultural Expo (FITCE) returns to Gr...
10/06/2026

🌎 Connect Your Business to the World at FITCE 2026!

The Florida International Trade & Cultural Expo (FITCE) returns to Greater Fort Lauderdale, bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs, international delegations, government officials, and industry experts for two days of global connections and opportunities.

📅 November 18–19, 2026
📍 Broward County Convention Center
1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Whether you’re looking to expand into new markets, build international partnerships, or connect with global business opportunities, FITCE is where business meets the world.

🌐 Register today at FITCExpo.com

Address

115 S Andrews Avenue (Government Center), Room A680
Fort Lauderdale, FL
33301

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+19543576400

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