TAMPA, Fla. — Despite back-to-back hurricanes, Tampa Bay business leaders are touting a successful year.

What You Need To Know • In fiscal year 2025, the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council has 29 announced projects and a record $273 million in capital investment • According to the EDC, 2,280 new jobs will be added to the market over the next two years • Companies that have moved to or expanded in the Tampa area in fiscal year 2025 include AquaFence, Geico Insurance, OrderlyMeds Pharmaceutical company, Xtend Reality Technology Company, Amazon, Joffries Coffee and Tea Company and defense contractor OrionEdge • The chief revenue officer of AquaFence, Patrik Hansson, said they selected Tampa as Florida's home base because of its tight-knit community, easy access to the interstate

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