THE WORLD COMES TO ORLANDO
International Resources
As the world’s 15th largest economy, Florida’s international sector continues to grow. One of Florida’s top metro areas, Orlando, leads that growth. In fact, recent expansions at our key transportation centers, Orlando International Airport and Port Canaveral, further connect our community with the rest of the world.
Connect with an Expert
Global Orlando
LEVERAGING THE REGION’S STRENGTHS TO ATTRACT FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT
Produced by Orlando Economic Partnership’s Research & Strategy team, the updated analysis reinforces a central conclusion: Orlando’s global connections across talent, trade, and business activity are strengthening and represent a critical pathway to becoming a global creative capital.
The report highlights how Orlando’s global footprint continues to expand across all major indicators:
- Nearly 1 in 4 residents (23.0%) are foreign-born, the fastest-growing share among large U.S. regions
- More than 340 foreign-owned companies from over 30 countries employ approximately 40,000 workers
- Global trade reached $27.4 billion in 2024, up 39.0% since pre-pandemic levels
- The region has attracted $2.7 billion in foreign direct investment over the last decade
International Services
The Partnership works directly with international companies looking to expand into the United States and offers global business assistance, market intelligence and site selection services.
Coordination of counseling sessions on visa/immigration issues, tax laws and corporate structure with professionals in these areas.
Recommendations for professionals for business service providers including payroll preparation and employee benefits.
Assistance in locating qualified labor and connection to workforce agencies.
Referrals to residential housing realtors.
Preparation of customized data and reports to meet the needs of each client.
Identification of property sites that meet project-specific requirements, including transportation.
The Partnership works in partnership with international organizations in the region, including:
Central Florida International Business Task Force
Central Florida International Trade Office at the National Entrepreneur Center
Consulate Offices – Austria, Chile, Colombia, Czech Republic, Ecuador, France, Germany, Haiti, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Ivory Coast, Japan, Mexico, Namibia, The Netherlands, Samoa, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Spain, Switzerland
District Export Council
World Trade Center Orlando
20+ chambers of commerce representing international countries and cultures – including the African American Chamber of Commerce, Asian American Chamber of Commerce, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando
50+ international trade and business associations
Consulates
Throughout the Orlando community, you will discover international support organizations and resources focused on helping your business succeed. The region is home to 20 Consulate offices, 20+ chambers of commerce representing international countries and cultures, and 50+ international trade and business associations. Use the links below to find more information of particular help to companies with global ties.
Bi-National Chambers of Commerce
International Trade & Business Associations
Connect with a Subject Matter Expert
Get with touch with Derek Ephrem, Director of Economic Development, for additional information including customized talent data and personalized site and location recommendations.
Call today at 407.902.2422 or click here to email.
Get the Orlando MSA Update
View the latest analysis of the Orlando region’s leading economic indicators.