The Economic Development Council
of Okaloosa County, Florida

A non-profit private-public partnership serving as Okaloosa County’s primary economic development organization.

      A not-for-profit organization exists to provide a public service to the community rather than to make a profit... the primary objective of the organization is something other than making money.  Non-profit organizations typically rely on contributions to fund the services they provide.

The EDC originated in 1982 as The Committee of 100 of Okaloosa County, Florida, Incorporated.  In October 1987 the Committee was recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(6) Not-for-Profit.  In June 1989 the members and directors, under the laws of the State of Florida, unanimously voted to change the Committee's name to The Economic Development Council of Okaloosa County, Florida, Incorporated.

The EDC is governed by a board of officials, The Policy Board, consisting of approximately 40 individuals to include the Executive Committee officers, which are elected into voluntary office.  The Council operates by a set of bylaws and a code of ethics.  The staff consists of four full-time employees and four independent contractors on a part-time basis.  The EDC is assisted in accomplishing its objectives through the volunteers of standing committees and ad hoc task forces.

The Council’s primary objectives are:

 1) facilitate existing industry growth, diversity, retention and expansion
 2) attract and recruit targeted industries
 3) develop a technically skilled and available workforce

The result of this enduring commitment is a brighter future
for all those who live and prosper here.

Okaloosa County, Florida...
          come live and work in paradise!

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