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FloridaMakes is a statewide, industry-led, public-private partnership operated by an alliance of Florida’s Regional Manufacturers Associations with the sole mission of strengthening and advancing Florida’s economy by improving the productivity and technological performance of its manufacturing sector, with an emphasis on small- and medium-sized firms. It accomplishes this by providing services focused on three principle value streams: technology adoption, talent development, and business growth. FloridaMakes Business Advisors provide customized services to meet the needs and opportunities of individual companies based on an enterprise assessment and include process improvement, business growth and innovation, supply chain optimization, product development, adoption of best practices and appropriate advanced technologies, sustainability, market expansion and other services.

FloridaMakes provides services through an existing network of Regional Manufacturers Associations and other organizations, and partners with public and private service providers—including research and education institutions, consultants, and training providers—to improve the overall performance of individual firms, create and retain an advanced manufacturing workforce and deliver measurable economic impact.

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Success Stories

From Startup to Industry Leader: JST Power’s Rise with FloridaMakes Support

Reported Year
2025
As a member of the Manufacturers’ Association of Central Florida (MACF), part of the FloridaMakes network, JST Power Equipment actively engages in value-added services such as networking events, webinars, and access to training and business advisory support. During an energy sector seminar hosted through this network, a major Florida power provider

Anchoring a Brighter Future for Small Manufacturing

Reported Year
2025
Fortress Marine Anchors is a small manufacturer with 14 employees. The company aims to grow by 50% over the next three years, driven by industry demand, but faces challenges in meeting this growth due to operational constraints and the need to find new markets to promote and sell their products. The management team at Fortress Marine Anchors
Created March 18, 2019, Updated February 19, 2025
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