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P R O F I L E
BDB 2016-2017
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CONTENTS
Welcome Letter
A Message from the Leadership of the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County
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About The BDB
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Our Leadership
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Palm Beach County
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Facts & Figures
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Why Choose Palm Beach County
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Young Professionals
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Industry Clusters
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Education
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Real Estate Development
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BDB Chairman’s Council
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Profiles
Services Offered by the BDB Palm Beach County’s Economic Development Resource The Businesses and People that Guide and Shape the Direction of our Organization Palm Beach County Mayor Mary Lou Berger Welcomes You to Palm Beach County Palm Beach County Demographics A Winning Formula for Business Success
Fresh Talent for the Region's Skilled Workforce A Robust and Diverse Economy A Powerful Commitment to Educational Excellence A New Wave of Commercial and Residential Projects
BDB Investors
Businesses that Continually Support the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County Meet the BDB’s Top Investors
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Membership Quick List
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Membership Directory
An Alphabetical Directory of BDB Members
An Industry-Specific Directory of BDB Members
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