Economic Development

Pensacola is the only true, Southern city in Florida with close proximity to Mobile, Birmingham and Atlanta. We have a strong, diverse, economy that includes military, tourism and one of the strongest manufacturing sectors within the Northwest Florida Region. Pensacola is a nexus of transportation with easy access to Interstate 10, the Port of Pensacola, CSX Railroad and the Pensacola International Airport.

Customer-focused. Service-driven.

The Greater Pensacola Chamber’s primary mission is to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve by enhancing relationships with our existing business leaders to retain and expand jobs, and attract new jobs by focusing on targeted industry clusters fully utilizing local, state and federal programs to encourage growth.

Ambition. Dedication. Diversity.

With a strong infrastructure, work force and military retiree skill sets, our residents enjoy a diverse economy that include military, tourism and one of the strongest manufacturing sectors within the Northwest Florida region. Along with a hard-working, dedicated and progressive community, Pensacola strives for excellence and partnership in their thriving economy.

Quality of Life. Southern Hospitality.

From the best beaches in America to our beautiful bay, rivers and parks, from four unique seasons to a year-round, warm and friendly attitude, from historic downtown charm and excitement to easy, neighborhood family fun, Pensacola truly offers you, your employees, your families and your business the best of all worlds.

Discover. Travel. Explore.

Pensacola is a nexus of transportation with easy access to I-10, the Port of Pensacola, CSX Railroad and the newly designated Pensacola International Airport. Pensacola is the only true, southern city in Florida with close proximity to Mobile, Birmingham and Atlanta.

Join us. Count on us. You’ll find the perfect climate for success. For additional information about economic development, please contact Scott Luth at sluth@pensacolachamber.com.