The area has rapid population growth, over 10% in the last year, has expanded its labor base in logistics, distribution, and light manufacturing. Employers here benefit from a workforce drawn not only from the city itself, but also from nearby Winter Haven, Davenport, and Lake Wales, all within a 20-minute drive. Partnerships with Polk State College and Ridge Technical College provide targeted training for CDL drivers, warehouse operations, and skilled trades, ensuring businesses have access to job-ready employees.