Business View Magazine | November 2020

317 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2020 LAKELAND , FLOR IDA close to shopping and amenities, as well as cultural and community events, right in the hub of Lakeland. The ambitious project is estimated to be completed in Spring of 2022. Employment is high in Lakeland, as the local industry has jobs available for a variety of education and skill levels. Well known supermarket chain, Publix, is the largest employer, providing more than 8,000 jobs between its head office and warehouse/manufacturing facilities. Other major employers include Lakeland Regional Health Systems, Geico Insurance, Watson Clinic, Southeastern University, and Saddle Creek Corporation. Economic development and expansion plans for the city include attracting new businesses to the community, with a variety of incentives available. Targeted industries include corporate headquarters, supply chain and logistics, value added manufacturing, and financial services, among others. With a growing population, the city of Lakeland