Help Shape the Future of Business in Sumter County, FL

Sumter County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, and the retail, restaurant, and service industries are at the heart of that growth. Sumter County Economic Development is in the process of updating our Strategic Marketing Plans and we want to hear from you!

This brief survey gathers your insights on customer demand, gaps in the local market, the challenges your business faces, and the opportunities you see for growth. Your feedback is essential in helping shape future business attraction, redevelopment, and marketing initiatives that support a stronger, more vibrant community.

Please complete the survey by August 31, 2026

Questions?
Contact: EconomicDevelopment@sumtercountyfl.gov

Section 1 — Contact & Organization Info

*1.Contact Information(Required.)

Name

Company Name

Street Address

City

State

Zip

Email

Phone

2.What best describes your primary business?

Retail store

Restaurant / food & beverage

Lodging / hospitality

Recreation / entertainment

Personal service (salon, fitness, repair, etc.)

Professional service (legal, accounting, consulting, real estate)

Financial service (bank, insurance, lending)

Technology / IT

Healthcare service

Home-based business

3.How many workers does your business employ in Sumter County?

1 (owner only)

2-4

5-9

10-24

25-49

50-99

100+

4.How long has your business operated in Sumter County?

Less than 1 year

1-3 years

4-10 years

11-20 years

More than 20 years

5.Do you own or lease your space?

Own

Lease

Home-based

6.What are your near-term plans (next 2 years) in Sumter County?

Expand (staff, space, or new location)

Maintain current operations

Relocate within Sumter County

Considering closing or leaving the county

Undecided

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