Writer: Esteban Pages
2 min read June 2023 — Research has officially begun on the sixth edition of Capital Analytics’ Invest: Greater Fort Lauderdale report, which will look to gather the insights of leaders within both the public and private spheres in Broward County. This year’s publication will look to encapsulate the county’s critical areas of opportunity, economic diversification, sustainable growth and resiliency.
In addition, the publication will cover Greater Fort Lauderdale’s prevalent challenges and how the business community is working together with its local and regional leadership to tackle them.
Traditionally associated with tourism, as the home of one of the largest cruise ports in the country, the region has taken great strides to consolidate the strength of key, high-growth industries such as manufacturing, marine, renewable energy, aviation and life sciences. The growing demand for housing and home improvements is fueling the local construction industry, while its logistics and manufacturing sector continues to flourish.
However, acting as a demographic and corporate catalyst does come with growing pains. Demand for infrastructure remains high with the arrival of new residents and businesses, while area home prices are becoming less affordable. Climate change is another top-of-mind issue in Greater Fort Lauderdale, as the area remains vulnerable to flooding and tropical storms. For 2023 alone, the Climate Adaptation Center expects 14 storms to hit Florida during hurricane season. Funding for climate-resilient infrastructure in the coming years will therefore be critical.
“Despite the prevalent economic headwinds at a macro level with inflation, rising interest rates and a potential recession nationwide, Greater Fort Lauderdale keeps outpacing growth-based national average metrics. With its economic diversification efforts and laser focus on resiliency and sustainability, the region seems poised to continue its current upward trajectory even as the rest of the country continues navigating the prevailing uncertainty. We’re excited to continue telling Broward County’s story and document the region’s growth, especially as the area remains an essential cog in Florida’s economic growth engine,” said Abby Melone, president and CEO of Capital Analytics.
Distributed locally, nationally and globally, Invest: Greater Fort Lauderdale 2023-2024 is the latest comprehensive business report to holistically assess the economy of the region. 70% of the company’s nearly two million global readers are senior executives who rely on in-depth business intelligence to make informed decisions within industries that range from healthcare and life sciences to education and from energy to advanced manufacturing.
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About Capital Analytics & Invest: Greater Fort Lauderdale 2023-2024
Capital Analytics is an integrated media platform that produces in-depth business intelligence through its annual print and digital economic reviews, high-impact conferences and events and top-level interviews via its video platform, Invest:Insights.
Invest: Greater Fort Lauderdale 2023-2024 is an in-depth economic review of the key issues facing the regional economy, featuring the exclusive insights of prominent regional leaders. Invest: Greater Fort Lauderdale 2023-2024 is produced with two goals in mind: 1) to provide comprehensive investment knowledge on Broward County for local, national and international investors, and 2) to promote the region as a place to invest and do business.
The report conducts a deep dive into the top economic sectors in the region, including banking and finance, legal, healthcare, education, real estate, construction, energy, infrastructure and tourism. The publication is compiled from insights collected from more than 200 economic leaders, sector insiders, political leaders and heads of important institutions. It analyzes the leading challenges facing the market and uncovers emerging opportunities for investors, entrepreneurs and innovators.
For more information, contact:
Max Crampton-Thomas
Regional Editor – South Markets
305-523-9708 Ext: 233
