Global companies across technology, defense, life sciences, finance and clean energy are choosing the Palm Beaches for expansion, signaling continued investment in industries shaping the future economy. Working with the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County (BDB), several companies have announced new headquarters, relocations and expansions expected to create nearly a thousand high-wage jobs in the region.
Recent announcements include:
- Concorde Investment Services relocated its corporate headquarters from Michigan to Boca Raton, creating 30 jobs with an average annual wage of $89,095. The firm will occupy 9,000 square feet at 301 Yamato Road. The BDB assisted with access to incentives awarded by the City of Boca Raton.
- Blue Ops, the maritime division of Red Cat Holdings (Nasdaq: RCAT), opened an 11,400-square-foot headquarters at 1468 Skees Road in unincorporated Palm Beach County with plans to inject millions of dollars annually. The facility will serve as an innovation center for advanced maritime defense systems and uncrewed surface vessels.
- Voloridge, a leader in quantitative investment management, acquired property in Harbourside Place in Jupiter and announced plans to create up to 200 high-tech jobs as it continues long-term investments for continued expansion. The BDB assisted with expedited permitting and local connections.
- D-Wave, the world’s leading quantum computing company, announced plans to relocate from California to the Boca Raton Innovation Campus by the end of 2026, bringing hundreds of jobs to the region. The BDB assisted with connections amongst the State of Florida and the City of Boca Raton.
- Ampera, an advanced nuclear energy company, is establishing its headquarters in Palm Beach Gardens and plans to create 200 new jobs. The company will operate from two buildings totaling nearly 100,000 square feet in the Gardens Innovation Center at PGA National Commerce Park. The BDB assisted with expedited permitting through the City of Palm Beach Gardens and local connections.
- G.O.A.T. Foods expanded into a new 68,000-square-foot corporate headquarters in unincorporated Palm Beach County at 205 Sansbury Way. The tech-based operations plans to add 150 new jobs to its workforce, bringing it to a total of 225. The BDB assisted with expedited permitting through Palm Beach County, local connections and a joint grand opening in March 2026.
Together, these projects highlight the Palm Beaches’ expanding presence in high-growth sectors including finance, technology, defense, and energy. The Business Development Board continues to facilitate connections throughout the community to strengthen talent pipelines and promote the Palm Beaches on a global scale.