Gorgeous weather, top notch foodie spots, a thriving art community. St. Pete has all the qualities that make it a prime location for a company’s headquarters. Now, the Burg is making a push for GeekWire to enjoy some Vinoy sunrises.
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The company will be establishing a second temporary headquarters (“GeekWire HQ2”) in another North American city, embedding itself in a carefully selected community for at least the month of February to report on its tech scene and assess its chances of becoming the next great North American tech city. GeekWire HQ2 is expected to provide daily media coverage to the selected community.
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St. Pete’s pitch centered around its lifestyle perks — like hiking, biking, and beaches — and a young, skilled workforce. Home to several universities, the proposal states “students often fall in love with the area and decide to stay.”
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As for the tech industry, St. Pete says entrepreneurs see the Tampa Bay region as “uncharted territory.” The strongest growth is in the financial-tech space, with startups like The Penny Hoarder and Intrinio.
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