Quick Answer
The Greater St. Petersburg Area Economic Development Corporation (St. Pete EDC) recruits companies to St. Petersburg. Its office is at 111 2nd Avenue NE, Suite 610, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, phone (727) 767-0209. The City’s Economic & Workforce Development Department and Pinellas County Economic Development work alongside it.
St. Pete Economic Development Corporation (St. Pete EDC)
| Organization | Greater St. Petersburg Area Economic Development Corporation |
|---|---|
| Type | Public-private economic development corporation |
| Address | 111 2nd Avenue NE, Suite 610, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 |
| Phone | (727) 767-0209 |
| hello@becomestpete.com | |
| President & CEO | Mike Swesey |
| Formed | 2016, out of the City’s Grow Smarter strategy |
The EDC helps companies discover, explore and choose St. Petersburg for relocation or expansion. It moved to Plaza Tower, 111 2nd Avenue NE, in April 2026.
Its announced wins include Foot Locker’s 2025 global headquarters relocation, with 150-plus new jobs expected, and Dynasty Financial Partners, which moved from New York in 2019 and grew from about 40 employees to 140. The EDC’s services cover relocation and expansion, tax incentives, site selection and workforce information.
City of St. Petersburg Economic & Workforce Development Department
| Organization | City of St. Petersburg Economic & Workforce Development Department |
|---|---|
| Address | Municipal Services Center, One 4th Street North, 9th Floor, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 |
| Mailing address | P.O. Box 2842, St. Petersburg, FL 33731 |
| City main line | (727) 893-7111 |
The department offers programs in target-industry business development, community reinvestment, small business support and workforce readiness. Its programs include Grow Smarter business incentives, the Ad Valorem Tax Exemption, St. Pete Works workforce training, small business mentoring at The Greenhouse and grants and loans in the South St. Petersburg, Intown and Intown West community redevelopment areas.
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 |
The county department supports existing businesses and attracts new employers with high-wage careers. The county’s fiscal 2024 annual report describes a collaboration with the City of St. Petersburg and the St. Pete EDC on business relocations and expansions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads economic development in St. Petersburg?
The St. Pete Economic Development Corporation, a public-private organization led by President & CEO Mike Swesey, recruits companies to the city. The City’s Economic & Workforce Development Department runs local incentive, small business and workforce programs.
How do I contact the St. Pete EDC?
Call (727) 767-0209, email hello@becomestpete.com or visit 111 2nd Avenue NE, Suite 610, St. Petersburg, FL 33701.
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
- St. Pete Economic Development Corporation, official website (contact information, 2026)
- St. Pete Catalyst, “St. Pete EDC relocates to Plaza Tower” (April 24, 2026)
- City of St. Petersburg, Economic & Workforce Development Department directory page (stpete.org, 2026)
- Pinellas County Economic Development, Annual Report fiscal year 2024 and Pinellas County Industrial Development Authority page
- St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce news release, “St. Pete EDC Names Experienced Economic Developer Mike Swesey as President & CEO”
