So much so that several other Florida communities have looked to the System as a model for a similar program in their areas. Workforce development initiatives are in place training the additional high-skill and professional workers necessary for this booming job market. Sarasota County s labor force numbers approximately 160,000. Combined with the labor force from nearby Manatee, Charlotte and DeSoto counties, nearly 400,000 workers are available. Many have relocated to the region for its superior climate and lifestyle and employers find that it s easy to attract top-quality prospects from other areas.
Quality of life is a major factor in Sarasota County s success.
People who relocate to Sarasota from larger urban areas are often pleasantly surprised at the scope and quality of the community s arts and recreation activities. Cultural amenities include theatre, jazz, ballet, opera, International film festivals, and art museums and galleries. For outdoor enthusiasts, the County offers a wealth of water sports, golf, and virtually every other outdoor activity year-round. With a quality of life that s second to none, and a public-private partnership dedicated to a positive business climate and a diversified economy, Sarasota County seems firmly placed as the good life, good business community now and into the future. Website Hosted and Designed by Interserve, Internet Services, Inc.