Sarah Delano of SVN, Robert Hamman of SVN, Tim Dougher of BDB, Kelly Smallridge of BDB, Palm Beach County Commissioner Joel Flores, Palm Beach County Mayor Maria Marino, GummyWorks Partner Keith Frankel, GummyWorks CEO Brad Satz, GummyWorks COO Chad Levitt, David Kendall of SVN
April 17, 2025 – West Palm Beach, FL — The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County (BDB), in partnership with GummyWorks, proudly celebrated the grand opening of GummyWorks’ new advanced manufacturing facility yesterday. The event drew elected officials, business leaders, and community partners together for a press conference marking a major economic milestone for Palm Beach County.
GummyWorks, a leading manufacturer of high-quality vitamin gummies, has selected West Palm Beach for its newest 100,000-square-foot facility. This state-of-the-art operation will produce an impressive 18 million gummies daily and bring 400 high-salary jobs to the region. Positions will span across scientific research, chemistry, advanced manufacturing, marketing, and more—with success in hiring locally.
Comments from the day: speakers include Palm Beach County Mayor Maria Marino, GummyWorks COO Chad Levitt and Business Development Board President & CEO Kelly Smallridge
Led by a visionary executive team—CEO Brad Satz, COO Chad Levitt, and Partner Keith Frankel—GummyWorks is reimagining what’s possible in the manufacturing sector. The company’s fully integrated model—from concept development to final production—offers turn-key solutions that combine innovation, efficiency, and a wellness-first approach.
“This is more than a facility—it’s a hub for innovation, health, and opportunity,” said Brad Satz, CEO of GummyWorks. “West Palm Beach offers the talent, infrastructure, and energy we need to thrive. We’re proud to invest in this community and be part of its bright future.”
BDB VP Tim Dougher, GummyWorks Partner Keith Frankel, Palm Beach County Mayor Maria Marino, GummyWorks CEO Brad Satz, GummyWorks COO Chad Levitt, BDB President/CEO Kelly Smallridge
Kelly Smallridge, President and CEO of the Business Development Board (BDB) stated that Palm Beach County offers an ideal environment for companies like GummyWorks to scale and succeed. “The county is home to 625 life science companies, 539 corporate headquarters, 1,443 manufacturing firms, and 709 distribution facilities. GummyWorks sits at the intersection of all these industries, positioning itself to hire locally within a diverse range of job opportunities. This is the kind of forward-thinking company that helps define our future.”
The Business Development Board, Palm Beach County’s official economic development organization, plays a pivotal role in securing companies that will bring high salary jobs to the community. With GummyWorks, it assisted on permitting processes, detailed market research, and strategic connections. The BDB is the county’s business recruitment and expansion arm, helping pave the way for the successful entry and growth for companies like GummyWorks. Key partners in the project included Florida Power & Light and SVN Waterfront Commercial Realty, both of which were instrumental in collaborating with the BDB.
GummyWorks COO Chad Levitt and SVN’s David Kendall; Chad Levitt leading a facility tour; GummyWorks CEO Brad Satz and Dr. Gary Vonk of Keiser University; Attendees listening to the announcement
Palm Beach County Mayor Maria Marino emphasized the importance of the project, stating in comments at the event that Palm Beach County is proud to welcome GummyWorks and that this investment is a testament to the strength of our workforce, infrastructure, and community.
During the grand opening, guests heard remarks from the Business Development Board, GummyWorks’ executive leadership team and elected officials, followed by a tour of the new facility and a celebration of what this investment means for the future of Palm Beach County.
The new facility is located at 386 N Haverhill Rd, Suite 100, West Palm Beach, FL 33415, and represents a multi-million-dollar capital investment in the region.
GummyWorks COO Chad Levitt speaking; BDB President & CEO Kelly Smallridge speaking; GummyWorks CEO Brad Satz being interviewed; Palm Beach County Mayor Maria Marino speaking
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About the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County:
The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County (BDB) serves as the county’s official public/private economic development organization. Established in 1982, the BDB is dedicated to attracting and retaining industries, fostering business investments, creating high-quality jobs, and supporting workforce development through corporate relocations, expansions, and international trade initiatives. Over the past five years, the BDB has supported more than 140 companies, contributing to the creation or retention of over 13,110 direct jobs with average salaries exceeding $80,000. These efforts have driven more than $1.12 billion in capital investments into Palm Beach County.
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