SUCCESS STORIES
Services
BUILDING & EXPANDING
Services
From start up to succession planning, our team is here to help you every step of the way.
REGIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
Services
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Firelands Forward
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North Coast Young Professionals
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Shores & Islands Ohio
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TeamNEO
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JobsOhio
START UP
Mentorship and assistance to grow your small business
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1-on-1 Advising - FREE advising sessions for entrepreneurs with expert business advisors.
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Network & Resources - We help you make connections! We provide assistance in accessing funding opportunities and professional services. We have a growing network of RISE entrepreneurs & supporters who can share their stories.
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Events & Programming - We host a range of events throughout the year from networking opportunities to informational workshops.
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Contractor Connection - We can connect you with contractors that we know can get the job done and have a long track record of success.
As your business develops the assistance you need changes, RISE and ECEDC are here to help
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Critical Connections - Connecting you with the people and business you need to move your business idea forward.
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Site Selection - Utilizing our site database with over 100 available sites, we are able to find your next location that will meet your needs.
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Infrastructure & Utilities - We can link you to the various infrastructure & utility businesses and agencies needed to get your project up.
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Economic Research - We can help you secure timely information to ensure that you make the most informed decisions.
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Regulatory Issues - We can link you to the various individuals and agencies needed to get your project up.
BUILDING & EXPANDING
STRENGTHENING & EXPANDING
BUSINESSES
PORT AUTHORITY
Erie County Port Authority (ECPA) can structure deals to bring savings to your project. With tools including bond financing, sale tax savings incentives and the energy savings program (PACE), ECEDC and the ECPA can bring tangible benefits to your large expansion or construction project.
ESID
Energy improvements are essential as business look to expand their operation. Connect with our office to learn more about the Energy Special Improvement District.
FINANCING
ECEDC can introduce you to a variety of attractive financing programs designed to complement your bank financing. Local, State, and federal programs all offer appealing features such as low interest, fixed rate financing.