7 Reasons to Build Your Business in Hollywood, FL
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Sponsored by: City of Hollywood, FL
When making plans to start, expand or relocate a company, it’s critical to have the infrastructure and expertise in place to support success. It’s even better when those assets are accompanied by crystal blue waters and miles of pristine beaches. With the right blend of commercial and natural resources, Florida’s Hollywood makes it easy for innovators to build a business while building a life.
1. Location
Located in the heart of sunny South Florida, Hollywood is midway between Fort Lauderdale and Miami in southeastern Florida. Strategically situated at the crossroads of the Florida Turnpike and Interstate 95, Hollywood features access to Port Everglades, CSX and FEC railways and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, making it easy to transport products and people by land, sea and air.
2. Beach & Boardwalk
White sandy beaches line 30 miles of navigable waterways, mixing business and pleasure. The world-famous Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, recognized by Travel + Leisure as one of the country’s best, stretches nearly 2.5 miles along the Atlantic Ocean. Guests and residents alike enjoy the restaurants, boutique hotels, shops, activities and Hollywood Beach Theatre along the historic, brick-paved Broadwalk.
3. Vibrant Downtown
Downtown Hollywood is a lively entertainment district filled with unique shops, galleries, restaurants, clubs and entertainment. An eclectic mix of architectural styles spans six blocks, including Hollywood Boulevard, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Monthly events, including the first Sunday Dream Car Classic and the third Saturday ArtWalk, bring additional activity to the scene. The Sun Shuttle by Circuit offers an environmentally friendly way to easily move throughout downtown.
4. Arts & Culture
A city with a creative soul, the fine arts take center stage in Hollywood. The 10-acre ArtsPark at Young Circle hosts numerous cultural events and features public art, an exhibition gallery and amphitheater. Nearby, the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood showcases exhibits and performances, while Cinema Paradiso brings independent and international films to the big screen. The Downtown Hollywood Mural Project consists of over 25 outdoor murals by national and internationally renowned artists.
5. Lifestyle
Offering more than 60 parks, five golf courses, beautiful beaches, countless restaurants, upscale shopping and a climate ideal for outdoor activity, it’s no wonder Hollywood residents enjoy a great work/life balance. With the stunning skyline and iconic Hard Rock Guitar rising 450 feet into the air, Hollywood’s blend of big-city lifestyle and small-town friendliness helps companies attract and retain talent.
6. Business Incentives
Hollywood’s pro-business climate has drawn industry leaders from all sectors. Low corporate taxes, no personal income tax, strong infrastructure, access to a diverse and well-educated workforce, Foreign Trade Zone, two Opportunity Zones and a host of incentives at a local, county and state level to support business success.
7. Make Hollywood Home
To learn more about all the ways the City of Hollywood can assist you to find your future and grow your business, visit ChooseHollywoodFL.com.