VALERIE PIANTA, MEDP, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Since 2003, Valerie Pianta has served Hernando County exclusively in the Office of Economic Development. She is the person to whom entrepreneurs welcomed years ago now turn for guidance as they expand to major employers.
Extensive familiarity with available property, facility assets and other resources makes Valerie uniquely suited to ensure the expert Hernando County business insight and site selection guidance you need.
In the north Tampa Bay Region, due west of Orlando, this Florida location is growing in appeal among developers. Central to the portfolio of Hernando County’s infrastructure-ready portfolio is Brooksville - Tampa Bay Regional Airport & Technology Center.
Danielle Nigro, Business Retention Manager
Danielle is responsible for managing, coordinating, and implementing programs and projects that support the retention and expansion of Hernando County’s targeted industries.
A lifelong resident, Danielle has seen Hernando County expand and evolve over time. Her goal is to help guide strong economic growth in this north Tampa Bay community through supportive relationships and an understanding of local business needs and values.
Danielle comes to this position after ten years with Hernando County Government, where she was involved in driving organizational growth as well as leading teams through staff training and guidance. She most recently served as Customer Relations Supervisor at Hernando County Utilities, ensuring that customers received an exceptional level of service while maintaining positive outcomes.