Episode 4 of 6: Tampa Bay Region

For UK and European tech and digital scale-ups planning US expansion in 2025, Tampa Bay offers a compelling combination of business benefits and lifestyle advantages. In this focused episode from GTM Global’s comprehensive US regional showcase, Brett Simmons and colleagues from Global Tampa Bay reveal why this dynamic Florida Gulf Coast region deserves serious consideration for your US market entry strategy.

A Unified Regional Approach for Business Success

Representing a unified regional approach through Global Tampa Bay, covering Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties, the region offers distinctive advantages for international companies. With daily direct flights to London’s Heathrow and Gatwick airports, Tampa international business provides seamless connectivity for UK businesses while maintaining strong infrastructure including Port Tampa Bay, the largest port in Florida by land acreage and the closest deep-water port to the Panama Canal.

Key Industry Sectors

Key industry sectors driving growth include:

Comprehensive Support for International Companies

The region offers comprehensive support for international businesses through a “white-glove concierge service” approach, including:

Florida’s Tax Advantage

A standout feature is Florida’s tax environment, with no state income tax making it particularly attractive for both companies and employees. The region’s higher education system, ranked #1 in the country, produces over 50,000 graduates annually across high-demand fields, strengthening the Tampa Bay talent pipeline.

Success Story Spotlight: UK Tech Company Systal’s Tampa Journey

Real success stories validate Tampa Bay foreign investment appeal. UK technology company Systal headquartered in Glasgow, chose Tampa for their East Coast operations. As a provider of complex technology services across 3,500 sites in 93 countries, they found Tampa’s combination of talent availability, business environment, and strategic location ideal for their US expansion.

Living and Thriving in Tampa Bay: Sunshine, Diversity, and Opportunity

For companies interested in exploring Tampa Bay’s business ecosystem, the region offers:

The combination of business-friendly policies, strategic location, and quality of life makes Tampa Bay an increasingly attractive choice for UK and European companies planning their US expansion in 2025.

US Market Entry Insights: A Comprehensive Panel Discussion

This episode is part of a comprehensive panel discussion featuring six dynamic US regions, each offering unique advantages for international companies. The full session, hosted by Mark Stimpfig and Ian Collins of GTM Global, provides insights into alternative locations for US market entry, supported by Frazier and Deeter’s expertise in US tax and business regulations, and Ryuken Capital offering access to debt finance and investment capital. You can watch the full panel discussion here.