Quick Answer
The Tampa Bay Economic Development Council (Tampa Hillsborough EDC) is the lead economic development agency for Hillsborough County and the cities of Tampa, Plant City and Temple Terrace. Its office is at 101 East Kennedy Blvd., Suite 2000, Tampa, FL 33602, phone (813) 218-3300. Pinellas County Economic Development serves the other side of the bay.
Tampa Bay Economic Development Council
| Organization | Tampa Hillsborough Economic Development Corporation, doing business as Tampa Bay Economic Development Council |
|---|---|
| Address | 101 East Kennedy Blvd., Suite 2000, Tampa, FL 33602 |
| Phone | (813) 218-3300 |
| info@tampabayedc.com | |
| Area served | Hillsborough County and the cities of Tampa, Plant City and Temple Terrace |
| Funding | More than 100 corporations, the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners and the three cities |
The Council describes itself as a public-private partnership formed in 2009 to attract and retain high-wage jobs and capital investment in Hillsborough County. State filings show it began operating under the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council name in October 2019.
Its business development team offers confidential relocation and expansion services, incentive guidance, international services and an Opportunity Zones program. Its target industries are financial and professional services, information technology, life sciences and healthcare, defense and security, manufacturing, distribution and logistics, and corporate headquarters.
Hillsborough County Economic Development Department
| Organization | Hillsborough County Economic Development Department |
|---|---|
| Address | Hillsborough County Government, 601 E. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602 |
| Phone | (813) 272-5560 (Corporate Business Development and Business Intelligence team) |
The county department works to improve Hillsborough County’s business climate and make it more attractive for job and wealth creation. Its Corporate Business Development team assists large existing and prospective businesses with relocations and job-creating expansions. The department also oversees the Entrepreneur Collaborative Center, the Florida SBDC at Hillsborough County and minority and small business programs.
Pinellas County Economic Development
| Organization | Pinellas County Economic Development |
|---|---|
| Address | 13805 58th Street North, Suite 1-200, Clearwater, FL 33760 |
| Phone | (727) 464-7332 |
| Director | Dr. Cynthia Johnson |
Pinellas County Economic Development supports existing businesses and attracts new employers with high-wage careers. It works on workforce development with partners such as CareerSource Pinellas and teams with the county’s local chambers of commerce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads economic development in Tampa?
The Tampa Bay Economic Development Council, formally the Tampa Hillsborough Economic Development Corporation, is the lead economic development agency for Hillsborough County and the cities of Tampa, Plant City and Temple Terrace.
How do I contact the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council?
Call (813) 218-3300, email info@tampabayedc.com or visit 101 East Kennedy Blvd., Suite 2000, Tampa, FL 33602.
Who handles economic development in Pinellas County?
Pinellas County Economic Development, 13805 58th Street North, Suite 1-200, Clearwater, FL 33760, phone (727) 464-7332.
Contact details were compiled from each organization’s official website and published government directories on November 10, 2026. Confirm hours and staffing before visiting.
Sources and Further Reading
- Tampa Bay Economic Development Council, EDC Services page and company website (2026)
- Hillsborough County Government, Economic Development Department pages (hcfl.gov)
- Visit Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Economic Development Council business listing
- Pinellas County Economic Development, Annual Report fiscal year 2024 and Pinellas County Industrial Development Authority page
- Pinellas County Economic Development, Chambers of Commerce page
