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SARASOTA-MANATEE AREA Manufacturers Association

To improve the quality of life in the Suncoast community through the advancement of manufacturing.

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Discover Manufacturing Camp, November 2023

The SAMA Region

Serving the following counties:
DeSoto, Hardee, Highlands, Manatee and Sarasota
As a part of the FloridaMakes network, our reach includes the entire state of Florida, and even the national MEP Network.

DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE

Florida is a Manufacturing State!

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — FloridaCommerce and FloridaMakes highlight Florida’s inaugural manufacturing report, showcasing the sector's vital role in Florida’s economy. With nearly 25,000 manufacturing establishments in the state, Florida’s economic impact in manufacturing surpassed the contribution to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of many other strong industries that Florida is usually known for, including– tourism, agriculture, and transportation. Presented in the Florida’s 2023 Manufacturing Report, manufacturing represents a significant opportunity for economic growth, advancement and resilience for local economies.

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