Pasco EDC

Construction has begun on the first phase of the 965-acre Double Branch mixed-use development in Pasco County, anchored by large-scale industrial space.

Peak Surf Park plans a surf-focused destination in Pasco County as part of a large-scale mixed-use development, targeting a 2027 opening.

The Pasco Economic Development Council has announced the leaders of its 2025 Executive Committee for the Board of Directors. Staceyann Sinclair Jibbison, who has served on the board for seven years, will take the helm as chair; supported by Vice Chair Paul Manuel, of Coastal Design Consultants, Secretary/Treasurer Alain Fernandez, from Suncoast Credit Union and,

► The Pasco Economic Development Council hosted its 36th Annual Awards at the Pasco-Hernando State College Instructional Performing Arts Center honoring Garyline, JTD Enterprises, TRU Simulation + Training, Jon’s Gourmet Nutrition, OpenBuilds and Ted and Avis Phillips with leadership awards. (Pictured above) ► New Life Community Gospel Church welcomed residents to the first LGBTQ+ friendly food

► Brewster Snyder Duff Private Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, in Land O’ Lakes, was recognized as one of the Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams by Forbes. ► Pasco Schools announced plans to expand capacity to accommodate rising enrollment, due to the county’s growth.  ► Pasco Building Services has relocated to 8661 Citizens Drive,

The Pasco Economic Development Council hosted its 35th Annual Awards, at the Pasco Hernando State College Instructional Performing Arts Center.  The evening was presented by AdventHealth, Florida’s Sports Coast, USF Corporate Training & Professional Education and Greater Tampa Realtors.

► The Point Distillery, in New Port Richey, has expanded its bottling lines and plans to add 20 to 25 new jobs to allow the company to take on more clients, obtain additional contracts and expand its reach throughout the country, and internationally. (Pictured above) ► Pasco County Animal Services received a $7,500 grant from

Since 2016, Bill Cronin has overseen all day-to-day business operations of the Pasco Economic Development Council, a non-profit organization funded by public and private investors. Pasco EDC works to attract companies to Pasco County to help create jobs and assist existing companies and small businesses with resources to help them grow. Cronin has a long