Collier County
We’re Called the Paradise Coast for a Reason
Is there such a thing as feeling too at home and relaxed? Not in Collier County! The region has been called the happiest and healthiest in the nation, boasting access to an abundance of beaches, estuaries, mangroves and wildlife. History and culture also take a front seat here, with numerous theaters, museums, galleries, and a growing arts district in downtown Naples. And, cities like Marco Island and Naples offer highly accommodating communities for businesses and entrepreneurs.
Collier County has also taken family-friendly to the next level with their highly rated school district’s 32 career academies and nine charter schools.
- Education
- Quality of Life
- Business Opportunities
Raising the Standards
Whether you’re looking for top-ranked K-12 schooling or want to enroll in a career-defining higher education program, Collier County can help you achieve your goals. The local school district achieved an A rating for the 2021-2022 school year and is in the top 1% of schools in the U.S. for student enrollment. Also, higher education institutions like Florida Southwestern State College offer highly accessible continuing education, while Hodges University in Fort Myers, ranked #2 best college in Florida, offers special accreditation for its business and business-related programs.
A New Lease on Life
So many things add up to Collier County’s untouchable lifestyle. A colorful theater and arts scene — home to institutions like Artis-Naples and the Naples Philharmonic. Our “Old Florida” communities, such as Everglades City, Chokoloskee and Immokalee, working to preserve the history of the region’s Calusa and Seminole Native Americans. The Ten Thousand Islands Wildlife Refuge, 40-minutes southeast of Naples, offering access to an unblemished ecosystem. And, not to mention, a plethora of outdoor dining experiences and fresh seafood to enjoy while overlooking our powdery, white-sand beaches.
An Accommodating Region for Startups
Collier County is a no-nonsense place for business, where entrepreneurs can quickly access startup resources, tools and advice. SCORE Naples and the Small Business Development Center at Florida Gulf Coast University offer everything from mentoring to marketing assistance, while The Culinary Accelerator helps food business succeed from the ground up. And, community foundation groups like The Collaboratory are on a mission to facilitate the development of great ideas that will create solutions to some of the region greatest challenges.
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