Economic & Community Dev Department

About

The official page of the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, showcasing the advantages of doing business in Connecticut.

Story

Businesses of all kinds are growing in Connecticut — and they’ve created 50,000 new private sector jobs in the process. The companies are capitalizing on Connecticut’s unique assets: so much talent in the workforce, so many resources for productivity and such a high concentration of leading-edge companies in one state. Explore the ways in which our strategic location gives businesses new momentum to compete. Discover the Connecticut Advantage: the incentives, the networks and the support to help you succeed.

Want to learn how you can get your business started in Connecticut? Call 1-800-392-2122.

Mission

Develop and implement strategies to attract and retain businesses and jobs, revitalize neighborhoods and communities, and foster appropriate development in Connecticut's towns and cities.

Products

Loans, grants, tax credits, research, permit assistance, engineering and architectural services, export services and technical assistance.