Economic Development Commission of Florida's Space Coast

06/05/2026

🚀 A Unified Vision for Florida's Space Coast 🚀

Our regional partners came together to sign the Space Coast Brand Partners Council MOU, formalizing a shared commitment to promote and strengthen the Florida's Space Coast brand through Tomorrow Launches Here®.

This collaboration brings together organizations from across Brevard County to tell a bigger story. Our story is one of a community centered on innovation, opportunity, entrepreneurship and quality of life.

When we work together, we create greater opportunities for our businesses, our residents, and future generations.

Thank you to our partners:
▪ Accelerate Brevard
▪ LEAD Brevard
▪ Space Coast Association of Realtors
▪ Space Coast Black Chamber of Commerce
▪ Space Coast Chamber of Commerce
▪ Space Coast Builders Association
▪ The Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce
▪ Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce

Together, we're showcasing why Florida's Space Coast continues to be a place where businesses grow, communities thrive, and Tomorrow Launches Here®.

06/01/2026

From your morning coffee to the satellites powering our connected world, innovation is taking shape on Florida's Space Coast. ☕🚀

Italian aerospace company Argotec—known for developing the first espresso machine designed for use in space—is expanding rapidly with its new U.S. satellite manufacturing headquarters in Melbourne. The company plans to significantly grow its local workforce while supporting the next generation of rapid, scalable satellite deployment.

It's another example of how Florida's Space Coast continues to attract global companies investing in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and the future of space innovation.

https://ow.ly/rSll50Z6cxQ


📸:Argotec

05/29/2026

Today’s State of Space 2026 brings together leaders from civil space, commercial industry, national security, and government to discuss the future of launch, exploration, readiness, and innovation on Florida’s Space Coast. President & CEO Lynda Weatherman proudly moderated an engaging discussion with Accelerate Brevard's stellar line-up of State of Space panelists from SLD45, Space Delta 10, STARCOM, Lockheed, Boeing and FL Commerce.

From Artemis and crewed missions to national defense and next-gen launch operations, the message is clear: collaboration is what keeps the Space Coast leading the world into the next era of spaceflight.

05/21/2026

Historic launch infrastructure meets next-generation innovation. 🚀👨‍🚀

This latest Spectrum News 13 coverage highlights how Stoke Space is transforming historic Launch Complex 14 into a hub for the future of fully reusable spaceflight. LC-14 is the same site that helped launch America’s first orbital astronaut, John Glenn.

The reactivation of LC-14 is another powerful example of how collaboration across industry, the military, local and state government, education, and economic development partners is helping shape the next era of commercial space.

Spectrum News gets an exclusive tour of Stoke Space’s launch pad.

05/14/2026

brings hundreds of our state's most influential economic development leaders, business executives and policymakers together to set the agenda for economic opportunity in the great state of Florida.

And this year, Florida's Space Coast is at the center of the conversation. After an up close & personal tour with Atlantis, we led an all-star aerospace industry panel during the VIP Site Selector Experience at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

Global site location consultants heard direct from academia and industry partners on the business-friendly environment, supportive community and available workforce uniquely situated on the Space Coast. The panel discussion, Beyond the Launch Pad: Leading Economic Growth in the New Space Economy, covered aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, workforce, and infrastructure supporting business growth.

We extend our gratitude to our community leaders that offered a warm welcome and an insightful panel. Thank you to Florida Secretary of Commerce J. Alex Kelly, The Astronauts Memorial Foundation President & CEO Thad Altman, Florida Institute of Technology President John Nicklow, Lockheed Martin Director Brian Baluta, The Boeing Company Senior Manager Mike Ferro, and Northrop Grumman Corporation Manager Caitlin Lewis, and our own VP of Business Development Edgar Campa-Palafox.

We also extend our thanks to our hosts, organizers, attendees and our community partners, Florida Economic Development Council, Florida Power & Light, Florida Commerce and the Space Coast Office of Tourism.

05/14/2026

📍🚀 The EDC is proud to welcome Acadian Contractors as it officially opens its new 45,000-square-foot East Coast headquarters in Cocoa. The Louisiana-based, third-generation company has grown from an 11,000 sq. ft. facility to a large-scale operational hub in just three years, supporting 100+ local jobs across aerospace, marine, and entertainment sectors.
Florida's Space Coast stands ready to support the growing industrial ecosystem and ensure that Tomorrow Launches Here®.
📲 Read more: https://ow.ly/uIAc50YZ6MG

05/11/2026

Business and community leaders came together at the May board of directors meeting to strengthen the economic future of Florida’s Space Coast. During the meeting, the EDC of Florida’s Space Coast advanced key initiatives focused on high-wage job growth, workforce development, and expanding the region’s national visibility.

Highlights included:

🚀 Continued alignment of the Ad Valorem Tax Abatement Program to support aerospace, aviation, defense, and advanced manufacturing while maintaining accessibility for small and mid-sized suppliers critical to the Space Coast ecosystem.

📈 Progress on the Space Coast Workforce Intelligence Blueprint to strengthen talent pipelines, certifications, and industry-driven workforce strategies.

🌎 Expanded site selector outreach and targeted marketing efforts to elevate Florida’s Space Coast.

Special appreciation to our sponsors: Florida Institute of Technology, WhiteBird, PLLC and 28 North Gastropub

05/08/2026

🩺 Calling All Future Healthcare Heroes! 🩺

High school juniors and seniors interested in healthcare careers are invited to explore their future through the 2026 Summer High School Healthcare Pathway Program hosted by Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital and Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital.

This immersive one-day experience gives students a behind-the-scenes look at careers shaping the future of healthcare from Nursing and Radiology to Respiratory Care, Surgical Technology, Phlebotomy and more.

📍 Program Dates & Locations
• June 1, 2026 at Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital
• June 2, 2026 at Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital
⏰ 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Students will:
✅ Hear from healthcare professionals
✅ Explore real-world hospital environments
✅ Learn about clinical and non-clinical career pathways
✅ Ask questions and build valuable connections

Students can attend their preferred location, space is limited - sign up by May 15!

Educators, counselors, parents and community partners help spread the word and inspire the next generation of healthcare leaders.

05/01/2026

Happy National Space Day from America's Space Coast! 🌕🚀

04/28/2026

Humanity's next chapter happens here, and it's accelerating. 🚀

Built on the success of Artemis II mission, the "top four-fifths" of Artemis III’s moon rocket is already on the move at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. A powerful signal that the next era of human spaceflight is unfolding in real time. 🌕👨‍🚀

Major credit to the teams at The Boeing Company and Amentum for driving the mission moving forward.

🔗 Watch history in motion—live from NASA: https://www.youtube.com/live/oWe8kvpxzsI

Tomorrow Launches Here® on Florida’s Space Coast.