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The State of Small Business
in the 407
- Survey
- Data
- Findings
- Policy Ideas
We're listening to Central Florida's small business owners so we can turn data into ideas and ideas into action.
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(Updated )147
Businesses
Surveyed
Across 18 cities in Central Florida
62%
Cite rising
operating costs
as a top concern
38%
Identify access
to capital
as a significant challenge
74%
Are independently
owned
and locally operated
% of businesses selecting as a top 3 challenge
- 1–5 employees61%
- 6–15 employees24%
- 16–25 employees9%
- 25+ employees6%
- Lower operating costs / expenses45%
- Access to capital / grants / loans28%
- Streamlined regulations / permits15%
- More customers / marketing support12%
% of businesses
Figures shown are illustrative placeholders while the survey is in the field. They will be replaced with real results once collection closes.
We turn community insights into youth-driven policy ideas.
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