Whether you are a resident of Florida or not, you probably know that the state is home to a number of tech companies. These companies make use of the state's rich natural resources to create products that make it easier for consumers to do things in their day-to-day lives. Whether it is a car that is made from a car battery, or a device that will be used for medical procedures, these companies are making their mark on the world.
Apple
Besides being one of the largest tech companies in the country, Apple also happens to be one of the biggest advocates for LGBTQ rights. Its government affairs team has been fighting against bills that target LGBTQ people and trans children. It has also been fighting against regulations that would affect the app store in more states.
Apple has a larger government affairs team in Florida than most other corporations. The company works with a national coalition that is organized by the Human Rights Campaign.
According to the company, the initiative, called the Impact Accelerator, will focus on tackling systemic barriers to opportunity and innovative solutions to climate change. It includes customized training and access to Apple expert mentors.
Accusoft
Among the many tech companies in Florida, Accusoft is one of the leading document and imaging software companies in the world. The company's headquarters is located in Tampa, Florida. The company was originally founded by Jack Berlin in 1991. Accusoft provides a full range of content solutions, from document processing to content conversion to imaging software development kits.
Accusoft's products serve a number of industries, including law enforcement, security, and the public sector. Accusoft's primary products are PrizmDoc, which is a document viewer; Citrix ShareFile, which allows users to collaborate on files; and ImageGear, which enables users to view, edit, and annotate documents.
West Palm Beach
There have been a max exodus of Floridians moving from coast to coast in search of tech jobs. Many homes in West Palm Beach are selling for top dollar, and companies are buying houses for cash in West Palm Beach. It makes sense why homeowners would want to sell at the top of the market, as it's been reported young American's who make over $100,000 a year are moving to Florida in search of tech jobs.
L3Harris
Located in Melbourne, Florida, L3Harris is a defense contractor with a bit of a tech-savvy edge. The company produces the aforementioned "C6ISR" (Cheap, Clean, and Simple) Systems, and produces tactical radios, wireless equipment, night vision devices, and avionics. The company has a presence in Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the US. Besides the obvious products and services, L3Harris also provides a number of other items that are not included in its product portfolio.
The company's most significant accomplishments include supplying the military and federal government with secure voice and data radio communications. It also has a notable presence in the space and aerospace industries. During the recent merger, the company was able to score a cool $84 million deal to build an experimental satellite. It has a small but mighty workforce of 8,400 employees in 40 locations across Florida.
Gartner
Located in the Gateway campus, the Gartner tech company in Florida is currently operating in a 132,000 square-foot building. In addition to the usual suspects, Gartner is expanding into another office building in the same building complex, which is scheduled to be ready for occupancy in mid-2018.
The company is also planning to build another 120,000 square-foot building in the next phase of the project. The company is investing $46 million in the new expansion.
The company has already hired 1,100 Floridians in Fort Myers. The new facility is expected to help the company hire another 300 or so people in the near future. In addition to the new employees, the company is planning to invest $21 million in the community.
JPMorgan Chase
During a recent community event, Jamie Dimon, Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase, spoke about the financial firm's racial equity initiative, which aims to bridge the racial wealth gap. The firm has pledged $30 billion over the next five years to help bridge the racial wealth gap.
As part of the initiative, JPMorgan Chase will help remove racial barriers to the tech sector. The company will contribute $10 million and help support projects that are designed to increase access to education and employment opportunities for tech entrepreneurs. It will also contribute to an initiative that will increase digital access to small businesses.
Sykes Enterprises
Founded by John H. Sykes, Sykes Enterprises is one of the tech companies in Florida. The company is headquartered in Tampa, Florida and is involved in several industries, including financial services, health care, transportation and leisure.
Sykes Enterprises provides a range of customer relationship management services to companies. These services include customer relationship management, phone help, and legal and health care assistance. The company operates 41 call centers across the globe. Its clients are in the healthcare, transportation and leisure, and technology industries. Sykes Enterprises is a member of the Nasdaq stock exchange.
Magic Leap
Founded in 2010, Magic Leap is a technology startup in South Florida that is creating its own augmented reality technology. The company describes its technology as "spatial computing." It is a combination of three-dimensional images and virtual reality that superimposes into the physical space. The company is developing new uses for its devices, and will invest in spatial computing education opportunities.
Magic Leap is based in Dania Beach, Florida, and is currently working on a new type of augmented reality technology. The company recently unveiled its second-generation augmented reality headset, which can be used for training in any field.
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