TAMPA BAY , Fla., Sept. 25 /PRNewswire/-- News briefs concerning the economic and business growth in the Tampa Bay Region from the Tampa Bay Partnership:
Tampa Bay Diamond Manufacturer to Double In Size
Diamond maker Gemesis Corporation recently broke ground for a planned expansion of its Sarasota headquarters and manufacturing plant. After consideration of other locations, the firm decided to remain in Sarasota and expand its existing facility from 30,000 to 60,000 square feet as well as increase its number of diamond-growing machines by 175 percent. Gemesis Corporation is the world's largest producer of gem quality, fancy color laboratory-grown diamonds. Gemesis Corporation plans to eventually employ 120 workers to make 50,000 diamonds a year. (Contact: Britta Schlager , 941-907-9889 x102, [email protected].)
Study Reveals
The medical products industry in the Tampa Bay region contributes a total
direct economic output of
Tampa Bay High-Tech Manufacturer Awarded "Governor's Newcomer Award"
Phoenix X-Ray Systems, a leading manufacturer of high-resolution 2D X-ray inspection systems and 3D computed tomography systems, was recently awarded the "Governor's Newcomer Award" for the state's mega market category as part of Florida's Industry Appreciation Week. The German-based high-technology company began its U.S. operations in St. Petersburg in 2006 to showcase its presence in the U.S. market and to have a close proximity to its North and Central America customer base. Phoenix X-Ray Systems was recognized among companies in emerging and high-technology industries for its contributions to Florida's economic growth. (Contact: Sophia Sorolis, 727-893-7787, [email protected].)
USF Health Gets
The University of South Florida's global health initiative to help India
build an infrastructure to fight AIDS was strengthened this fall with a
Alaka'i Announces Expansion in the Defense and Security Sector
Alaka'i Consulting & Engineering, Inc., a Pinellas County-based provider of next generation sensor and technology solutions to challenges facing the Defense and Security market, announced expansion plans for the company including the addition of ten new jobs in the targeted defense electro-optics field. The new jobs, paying 200% of Pinellas' average annual wage, enable Alaka'i to take advantage of Florida's Qualified Target Industry tax refund program, and the company will receive an additional Brownfield Bonus due to their location within a designated Brownfield area. (Contact: Stacey Swank , 727-464-7425, [email protected].)
Countywide "Reality Check" Workshops Scheduled
A part of a long-term regional visioning effort for Tampa Bay , the ONE BAY partnership will be holding seven countywide "Reality Check" workshops to gather county input which will be added to the data compiled during the original regional exercise to create alternative growth scenarios for the Tampa Bay region. During the county workshops, participants will use engaging materials including Legos(R), ribbons, and county maps to make decisions about where and how each county should grow in relationship to the region. The tabletop exercise, designed by the Urban Land Institute, educates participants about the interrelationship among regional land use, transportation systems, and natural resources. Residents are encouraged to sign up online for the workshops which will be held throughout the seven county region during the month of October. Information and online registration available at http://www.myonebay.com. (Contact: Amy Maguire , 727-539-7790, [email protected])
SOURCE Tampa Bay Partnership