Services

Addison County Economic Development Corporation (ACEDC) is the resource for navigating challenges and opportunities of doing business in Addison County.  

Our dedicated team works with many types of businesses, from value-added agriculture to manufacturing and service companies. We also work with businesses in all stages of growth, from pre-venture start-ups to established businesses and global corporations.

Our primary objective is to create and retain a flourishing business community that supports vibrant fiscal activity and improves the quality of life of all residents. ACEDC is your connector to the resources and solutions your business needs to thrive.

Most of our work is done in collaboration with other people and organizations. Much of what we do centers on facilitation and coordination, providing access to the numerous State and Federal programs that are available to businesses. For example, entrepreneurs starting a new business may be referred to a confidential business advisor from the Small Business Development Center (we have someone from VtSBDC in our office) or a business looking to finance equipment may take advantage of our revolving loan fund. We may help another company by writing a grant, posting job opportunities, or listing available commercial real estate.

Download a list of our services here.

 

Complimentary Services for All Addison County Businesses 

General Business Information Distribution: Emails, Newsletters

Business Workshops and Training

Business Assistance and Referrals

Business Visitation Program

Business Expansion and Relocation Services

Business Financing Services:

• Business Plan & Projection Preparation
• Financing Advising
• Lender Meetings
• Direct Lending (Revolving Loan Fund)

Resource/Referral Center for Local, Regional, State and Federal Programs:

• Business and Financial Planning
• Workforce Development
• Incentives
• Loans and Grants
• Business Capital
• Government Contracts
• Trade and Exporting Assistance
• Permitting and Regulation Assistance

Connections to State and Municipal Government Officials

Site Selection Services and Property Tours

Convene Regional Action Groups: 

• Human Resources
• Workforce Development
• Workplace Health & Safety
• Regional Economic Planning 
• Regional Partners

Business Advocate Regionally, in Montpelier, and with Congressional Delegation

ACEDC Membership Benefits

In-Depth Business Growth Guidance and Support

Assistance Securing Capital and Financing 

Pre-application Permitting Guidance

Exposure to Investors

ACEDC RLF Application Fee Waived

Promotion on ACEDC Website:

• Commercial property listings
• Job postings
• Featured business on home page 
• Each business has its own page with a link to their website
• B2B Networking

Amplification of Member Social Media and Events

Free registration for ACEDC and some Chamber Events, Workshops, and Trainings 

Discount on Select Adult Education Courses at the Hannaford Career Center

Free Office and Conference Room Space

Grant Writing and Administration

Weekly Legislative Updates during the Legislative Session

B2B and Government Networking and Referrals

Eligibility for nomination to the ACEDC Board of Directors

Annual Member Mixer

Annual Meeting/Voting Rights