Major Employers

Major Employers in Charlotte County
A Diverse Employment Base
Charlotte County is home to a mix of major employers, community institutions and growing businesses that support jobs, investment and opportunity across Southwest Florida.

The Employer Landscape

Employment Across Industries

Charlotte County’s employment base reaches across healthcare, education, government, distribution and logistics, aviation, manufacturing, construction, skilled trades, hospitality, tourism and professional services.

Community Anchors
Healthcare providers, educational institutions, government agencies and public-service organizations provide essential services while supporting jobs throughout the county.
Business & Industry
Distribution and logistics, aviation and aerospace, advanced manufacturing and professional services contribute to Charlotte County’s private-sector economy.
Skilled & Service Sectors
Construction, skilled trades, hospitality, tourism and related services offer career opportunities while supporting a growing community.

Major Employer Spotlight

Cheney Brothers team receives the Charlotte County Excellence in Business Award

2026 Charlotte County Excellence in Business Award

Cheney Brothers, Inc.

Foodservice Distribution | Punta Gorda

Cheney Brothers operates a large foodservice distribution facility in Punta Gorda. The company completed its original 345,000-square-foot Charlotte County facility near Punta Gorda Airport in 2015. An 82,000-square-foot expansion completed in 2021 brought the operation to more than 427,000 square feet.

500+
Local employees
427K+
Square feet
2015
Original facility completed

Cheney Brothers employs more than 500 people locally and invests in workforce development, leadership training and long-term career growth.

The company also works with Florida SouthWestern State College to strengthen its local talent pipeline and has invested in facility upgrades and automated systems that support its growing operation.

A Growing Charlotte County Operation
Cheney Brothers’ Charlotte County presence has grown from its original facility into a significant regional distribution operation. Its continued investment in facilities, technology and workforce development reflects a long-term commitment to operating and growing in the community.

2026
Excellence in Business Award
Cheney Brothers received the Charlotte County Excellence in Business Award in recognition of its economic impact, leadership, workforce investment and commitment to the community.

Employment information reflects figures available as of January 2026. Facility information reflects the original facility completed in 2015 and the expansion completed in 2021. Employer spotlights are informational and are not intended as a ranking of Charlotte County employers.

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