Denise Grimsley to Step Down as CEO of The Development Group
June 18, 2025 Seasoned Public Servant and Business Leader Leaves Behind a Strong Foundation for Hardee County’s Future Wauchula, FL — The Development Group (TDG) Chief Executive Officer Denise Grimsley
Startup Success: Business Resources in Hardee County
Starting a business is an exciting journey–but it also comes with challenges. In Hardee County, entrepreneurs don’t have to do it alone. One of the most valuable resources available to
The Power of Place: How a Strong Sense of Community Fuels Economic Success
At The Development Group, we believe that economic development is about more than buildings, budgets, and business incentives–it’s about people, place, and a sense of belonging within our community. In
Aloha Medical Services Celebrates Ribbon Cutting of New Multi-State Headquarters
Hardee County Business Park — May 7, 2025 On Wednesday, May 7th, Hardee County community leaders, business partners, and residents gathered to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of Aloha Medical
Falling in Love with Our Community Again: A Recap of The Development Group’s 2025 Annual Meeting
April 15, 2025 // Historic Wauchula City Hall & Train Depot On April 15, our community gathered in the heart of downtown Wauchula for an evening that celebrated progress, partnerships,
Why Young Professionals Are Choosing to Stay in Hardee County
In the past, many young professionals in small towns like Hardee County faced a crossroads: stay in their hometown or venture elsewhere in search of greater opportunities. However, a new