Martinomics: Exciting business news, announcements, and highlights from December

January 9, 2026
A Message from the Executive Director
Looking Back at 2025 and Setting the Course for 2026


As we reflect on the progress made in 2025, the BDBMC looks ahead to 2026 with renewed focus on business growth, investment, and partnerships that continue to strengthen Martin County’s economy. Click Here
Celebrating Small Business Success in Martin County
Martin Loan Fund Supports First Local Business


Old Havana Café celebrated its grand opening in Stuart as the first business to benefit from the Martin Loan Fund, turning an entrepreneurial dream into a new local dining destination. Click Here
Stuart Boat Show


MIATC’s 52nd Annual Stuart Boat Show Returns to Downtown Stuart


Experience one of Florida’s longest-running boat shows as the MIATC brings the 52nd Annual Stuart Boat Show back to the waterfront in downtown Stuart. Explore new and brokerage boats, connect with marine businesses, and celebrate the Treasure Coast’s rich marine industry. Click Here
Martin Loan Fund
Martin Loan Fund Opens New Doors for Small Businesses


The newly launched Martin Loan Fund is helping local entrepreneurs overcome one of their biggest challenges, access to capital, by providing flexible financing and hands-on support to strengthen small businesses across Martin County. Click here.



 
Access to Capital
Martin Loan Fund


The Martin Loan Fund is here! A new partnership between BDBMC and Inclusifi is bringing affordable, flexible loans to Martin County entrepreneurs.
Click Here for Access to Capital

What's Happening at Local Chambers

Where to Find Business Events in Martin County


From networking to educational opportunities, Martin County’s chambers of commerce host events that keep our business community thriving, find out what’s happening next. Visit their event calendars to stay connected and never miss an opportunity to grow your business.


Get connected to Martin County Chambers of Commerce Today: Click Here

Martin County Business Events

Wednesday,
January

16-18

52nd Annual Stuart Boat Show


Stuart Boat Show
55 NW Dixie Highway, Stuart, FL 34994




Boat Show Information
Wednesday,
January

28

BDBMC Executive Committee Meeting
8:00 - 8:30 a.m.


Children's Service Council of Martin County
101 SE Central Parkway
Stuart, FL 34994


Meeting Information
Wednesday,
January

28

BDBMC Board of Directors Meeting
8:30 - 10:30 a.m.


Children's Service Council of Martin County
101 SE Central Parkway
Stuart, FL 34994


Meeting Information

Join Us In Acknowledging Our Investors

ABOUT THE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BOARD
 
The Business Development Board's mission is to lead economic development by supporting local contributory businesses, attracting investment, and fostering job creation. Organized as a 501(c)6 not-for-profit public-private partnership, the BDB's vision is to foster a strong Martin County economy characterized by a diversity of businesses and a grown and sustainable tax base. To learn more, call 772.221.1380 or visit bdbmc.org.  
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