Florida’s Gold Coast—spanning West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and the surrounding areas—is officially becoming one of the hottest business growth regions in America. Backed by major capital and a new national campaign, CEOs and founders are taking notice.
Florida’s Gold Coast Is Put on a National Stage
A new national initiative called “Ambition Accelerated”, launched by the Florida Council of 100, is putting the spotlight on Florida’s Gold Coast as a top place to build and scale a company. With $10 million in seed funding from Stephen M. Ross and Ken Griffin, the campaign is designed to attract founders, investors, and leadership talent to the region, starting with a launch event at WSJ Invest Live in West Palm Beach on February 2, 2026.
The goal? Make West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami synonymous with innovation, entrepreneurship, and high-growth company formation and the place where the next generation of American growth takes place.
Why CEOs and Investors Are Flocking Here
So what’s fueling the momentum?
Against major U.S. metro areas, Florida’s Gold Coast stands out in key business growth metrics:
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- 📈 #1 in GDP growth over the past three years
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- 🚀 #1 in new business formations per capita
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- 📍 #3 in talent attraction
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- 💡 Gas and utility costs up to 1/3 more affordable
And Florida’s statewide advantages add even more appeal:
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- 💰 #5 in tax competitiveness among populous states, and no state income tax
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- 📊 #2 for least business regulations per capita
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- 🎓 #1 in higher education (supporting workforce development)
These metrics show that the Gold Coast isn’t just a destination for quality of life; it’s a strategic choice for business growth, cost efficiency, and long-term scaling.
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