FIRST REVOLUTION
Why Lakeland? Why not!

Lakeland is located in the heart of central Florida, nestled between Tampa and Orlando. Those of us who grew up here refer to it lovingly as a “big-little town.”

While it will always maintain its small city feel, Lakeland has grown exponentially in the last few decades.

Some of that growth is due to Lakeland being surrounded by more than a dozen colleges and universities where talented creatives are entering the workforce every day. Those innovators, entrepreneurs and world-changers are choosing to come to Lakeland, because it’s just that cool.

But trailblazers have been taking up residence in Lakeland for decades. Publix Super Markets, where shopping is indeed a pleasure, was founded in Lakeland and its headquarters remain in swan city.

Our community is connected, making it a hot spot for ingenuity to thrive. We are in great company with groundbreaking brands such as Publix, Geico, Lockheed Martin and more setting up shop in Lakeland.

No longer do orange groves line the streets but small and large businesses that flourish thanks to the support of the community.

That is what makes Lakeland so special, that is why we chose to root ourselves here. Because of the community. It just feels like home. And as Dorothy said in the iconic Wizard of Oz, “there is no place like home.”

Lakeland Passion Project

What is the Lakeland Passion Project? A glimpse into the people and passions of the folks that make Lakeland special.