Oncore Cloud Services has relocated its U.S. headquarters from Atlanta, Georgia, to St. Petersburg, Florida. The company chose the city for its robust financial services sector, talented workforce, and high quality of life.

As both a technology advisor and provider of managed technology services, the Canadian firm completed the move in October 2025.  The relocation has already led to modest growth, with four new local hires, and Oncore plans to add ten additional positions over the next three years.

Why Business Leaders are Choosing Pinellas County, Florida

What makes Pinellas County the ideal destination for business growth? In this fast-paced compilation, we’ve gathered insights from local CEOs, founders, and industry leaders to hear firsthand why they chose to build, expand, and thrive right here in the heart of the Tampa Bay region.

Forging the Future Fleet: Innovation, Integration & Impact

Join U.S. Navy leadership and regional innovators for an exclusive evening focused on Naval technology, and small business opportunity. Who should attend? Small businesses, startups, tech innovators, manufacturers, researchers, and entrepreneurs entering the federal marketplace. 

May 19, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the Maritime and Defense Technology Hub, St. Petersburg

Fintech Industry Roundtable: May 12

Join fellow Executive Leaders for a FinTech Roundtable exploring how tech—AI, data, and mobile—is reshaping financial services. Connect with fintech, IT, and HR leaders at our upcoming event, hosted by Pinellas County Economic Development, St. Pete College, CareerSource TampaBay and Collaborative Labs. Join us to learn about the new Skills Enhancement Training (SET) Program which provides matching funds for customized employee upskilling and partnering with our local educational institutions. 

Employment Sites Program - 2025 Annual Report

Pinellas County's award-winning Employment Sites Program (ESP) continues to be an important tool we use to promote economic vitality in our community. As of the end of Fiscal Year 2025, the ESP has 28 approved projects with $344,264,729 in total project costs, and ESP contributions of $43,847,281 for the development or redevelopment of 1,691,565 sqaure feet of space. Twelve projects have been completed, providing 840,895 square feet of new/improved space. Nine of the twelve completed projects increased their taxable values in excess of $69.2 million.

National Small Business Week - Virtual Summit

The SBA's National Small Business Week 2-day virtual summit is happening Tuesday, May 5 (11:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.) and Wednesday, May 6 (11:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.) This year’s event is open to established and aspiring business owners and will include educational presentations by industry experts, exhibit booths, free business resources, and business advice from America's SBDCs.

Join America's Export Experts for Informational & Training Sessions in May

In celebration of World Trade Month, the U.S. Commercial Service will host a number of export sessions during the first week of May as well as throughout the month! The sessions, led by both private and public sector experts, will feature tradecraft programs and industry focused opportunities. Many of the programs are being offered free of charge and you can choose as many as you’d like to attend. Whether you are new-to-export or an experienced exporter, Export Week will provide valuable information on forward thinking strategies and invaluable resources to increase your global sales.

Does your business make The Coolest Thing in Florida?!

Nominations are officially open for the Coolest Thing Made in Florida competition.

Join companies across the state in showcasing the products driving Florida’s manufacturing industry forward. Finalists will be featured during National Manufacturing Week, leading up to the winner announcement at the Future of Florida Forum. Submit your nomination today or sign up for updates.