1. New England's Knowledge Corridor Noted as a Smart Regional Alliance Explore Team New England Blog (Aug 10 2012) Connecticut News , Massachusetts News , Team New England Blog Mayor Rahm Emanuel of Chicago, Mayor Tom Barrett of Milwaukee and Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson of Gary each committed to take part actively in a Tri-State Alliance being formed by the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce to remain competitive in a global economy. citiwire.net reports similar regional alliances are "modeling smart approaches" similar to this Tri-State Alliance, including the Hartford-Springfield Economic Partnership's (HSEP) Knowledge Corridor. The article uses the New Haven-Hartford-Sprigfield Rail project as an example of these smart approaches because it will link the Knowledge Corridor's business, educational and cultural opportunities as far south as New York and ... (Read Full Article)

   Comment Mentions:   Hartford Springfield Economic Partnership

2. New from MassDevelopment Explore Team New England Blog (Jul 31 2012) Massachusetts News , Team New England Blog For MassDevelopment's Solutions Summer edition, click here. Highlights include: New England Studios, joined by representatives from the Patrick-Murray Administration and MassDevelopment, recently broke ground on its state-of-the-art film and television studio complex suitable for films, television programs, and commercials. The facility will be built on Lot 13, with an expansion opportunity on Lot 14, creating a 15-acre signature site along Jackson Road, the main access road in Devens.The Council of Development Finance Agencies (CDFA), a national association based in Ohio and dedicated to the advancement of development finance, announced that MassDevelopment has won the CDFA Excellence in Bond ... (Read Full Article)

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3. Governor Chafee to Host Bristol Business Community Outreach Forum Explore Team New England Blog (Jul 31 2012) Rhode Island News , Team New England Blog In his continuing effort to address the fiscal challenges of Rhode Island’s cities and towns, Governor Lincoln D. Chafee will host a community forum with the Town of Bristol to hear from local small businesses and discuss ways to help them succeed, grow the economy, and create jobs for Rhode Islanders. (Read Full Article)

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4. William Stanley Business Park Open For Business: Innovative Industrial Site Exemplifies Public-Private Partnerships and Green Builds Explore Team New England Blog (Jul 18 2012) Massachusetts News , Team New England Blog Named for one of the country’s most prolific inventors, the William Stanley Business Park in Pittsfield, Mass. is open for business, and aims to continue the legacy of innovation left by its namesake. This milestone was celebrated this week with the dedication of a new building occupied by MountainOne Financial Services. Learn about the business park, particulary what it offers life sciences and biotech outfits. (Read Full Article)

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5. Northeast Utilities Helps States, Companies Promote Assets at World's Largest Aerospace Event Explore Team New England Blog (Jul 16 2012) Connecticut News , New Hampshire News , Team New England Blog , Vermont News Team New England's Dave Driver helped coordinate state and regional marketing efforts at the international Farnborough (U.K.) Air Show, a business-to-business event in England featuring 1,500 exhibits from 16 states and 46 countries vying for new aerospace business.  The show hosted 300,000 visitors with some $72 billion worth of contracts signed as of the end of the five-day event.  Specifically, Driver accompanied Connecticut Economic & Community Development Commissioner Catherine Smith and 14 Conn. manufacturers  in search of new aerospace contracts and overseas companies that want to launch new operations in the United States.  Connecticut firms showcased their ... (Read Full Article)

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6. Congratulations to the NWCT Regional Planning Collaborative - the 2012 recipient of the Connecticut Light and Power Co. Award for "outstanding contribution to main street revitalization" Explore Team New England Blog (Jul 9 2012) Connecticut News , Team New England Blog The Northwestern Connecticut Regional Planning Collaborative (NWCT) has been recognized by the Connecticut Main Street Program for its commitment to main street revitalization. The eight communities in the collaborative are concerned about the vibrancy of their downtowns have come together to demonstrate the grassroots interest, professional planning and Connecticut Main Street Program's principles at work.Over the last six months, the NWCT has also raised an additional $51,000 to carry out Village Center Vitality initiatives in its member towns and has worked with local business groups and stakeholders to: Secure $32,000 in new funding to support local ... (Read Full Article)

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7. Connecticut Innovations Invites Applications for Fall TechStart Accelerator Program Explore Team New England Blog (Jul 6 2012) Connecticut News , Team New England Blog Connecticut Innovations (CI), the state’s quasi-public authority responsible for technology-based innovation and economic development, today announced that it is now accepting applications from entrepreneurial teams interested in participating in the fall TechStartSM Accelerator Program. Applications will be accepted through August 15, 2012. For more information about TechStart, visit www.ctinnovations.com/TechStart. (Read Full Article)

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8. Connecticut: Foreign Trade Zone 71 Expands to New England Tradeport Explore Team New England Blog (Jul 2 2012) Connecticut News , Team New England Blog 388 Acre Expansion Creates Opportunity for Growth of Duty Free Business Activities around Bradley International AirportWindsor Locks, Windsor & East Granby, CT – The newly expanded Foreign Trade Zone 71 (FTZ 71), located adjacent to Bradley International Airport, in Windsor Locks Connecticut, recently grew to 405.5 acres from its existing 17.5 acres, creating the opportunity to attract larger businesses into the region and facilitating the growth of existing businesses within the zone. For more details about the expansion, visit Griffin Land's news at http://www.grifland.com/grif_land_news_FTZ71.html. (Read Full Article)

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9. Northeast Utilities is Recognized by Business Facilities Magazine for its "Discover New England for Business" Initiative Explore Team New England Blog (Jun 27 2012) Team New England Blog Business Facilities recently recognized Northeast Utilites (NU) among a select few utilities for playing a central role in economic development in the regions it serves. As stated in the May/June issue of the publication, NU has invested $1.5 million in the "Discover New England for Business" initiative, Team New England, pooling resources and leveraging $1 million from the six states' economic development organizations and non-profits that support the region's marketing activities. Read the full story in Business Facilities most recent issue. (Read Full Article)

   Comment Mentions:   Team New England

10. SBIR & Global Trade Summit - Three Days of Growth Opportunity Explore Team New England Blog (Jun 20 2012) Connecticut News , Team New England Blog Conference hotel rooms filling fast – register and reserve yours now! July 24-26Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, Conn. Participate in one-on-one meetings with federal agency representatives and learn about their specific research and product needs for the coming yearHear insights from program managers from DOD, DOE and NIH – the three largest SBIR agencies, accounting for more than 75% of SBIR funding – regarding agency priorities, budgets and moreGain a better understanding of the impact of SBIR ReauthorizationPresent your innovations directly to major corporations and organizations looking for technology and manufacturing partners PARTNERS INCLUDE:PPG Industries and Department of Agriculture have confirmed their participation. Two ... (Read Full Article)

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11. !nnovateCT Explore Team New England Blog (Jun 18 2012) Connecticut News , Team New England Blog In an effort to support Connecticut's two-year, $27 million Still Revolutionary campaign and re-branding initiative, Northeast Utilities, in partnership with CBIA and the MetroHartford Alliance, is sponsoring a contest, !nnovateCT, to celebrate the revolutionary inventions of Connecticut’s residents and companies. Please take the time to submit your innovations or submit innovations you know of, even if they aren't your own. Submissions from all over the State are eligible and winners will be chosen monthly. It doesn’t matter if your innovation was 115 years ago, 15 days ago or 15 minutes ago – if it was created in ... (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Connecticut   MetroHartford Alliance   Connecticut Business & Industry Association

12. Sanford Maine is Recognized as Certified Business-Friendly Explore Team New England Blog (Jun 12 2012) Maine News , Team New England Blog The Sanford Regional Economic Growth Council is a private corporation that is well on its way to becoming the “go to” economic development organization in central York County, Maine. The Council was critical in getting Sanford the certified business friendly recognition for its community. The community improved its internal processes this past year to be more efficient and get faster with its approvals. Speed to market remains critical to the private sector. Congratulations to Sanford! (Read Full Article)

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13. Connecticut’s New Brand Identity Explore Team New England Blog (May 18 2012) Connecticut’s new brand identity, still revolutionary .... What do you think? We're polling our followers for their thoughts on the new campaign. Vote and comment on the Hartford-Springfield Economic Partnership's Facebook page. If you don't like it, what do you think it should be?  View the new site and brand at CTVisit.com (Read Full Article)

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14. Upcoming Entrepreneur Workshops in Newtown, Conn. Explore Team New England Blog (Apr 10 2012) Connecticut News , Team New England Blog Newtown, Conn. is hosting a series of entrepreneur workshops in April and early May. Click on one of the links below for more information and to register. Entrepreneur Self Assessment: Do You Have What It Takes? (Click here for registration information)   Register Tuesday, April 24, 2012 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Explore pros and cons of owning a business, characteristics of successful entrepreneurs, and more. Speaker: G. Clay Starting Your Connecticut Business: A Step-By-Step Guide (Click here for registration information)   Register Thursday, April 26, 2012 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Learn the process that is key ... (Read Full Article)

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15. The 2012 Western Massachusetts Economic Review is Available Explore Team New England Blog (Mar 13 2012) Massachusetts News , Team New England Blog Read the just released 2012 western Massachusetts Economic Review, Pioneering Futures, and learn about all the region has to offer businesses. Western Massachusetts is located midway between New York and Boston and offers easy access to both, but with significantly lower business costs. The region makes up the northern section of New England’s Knowledge Corridor. With its many assets, western Massachusetts is poised for growth. To request a print copy, contact Edgar Alejandro, Economic & Community Development Manager at Western Massachusetts Electric Company. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Massachusetts   Western Massachusetts Electric Company   Hartford Springfield Economic Partnership

16. EDC Continues Trade Show Support for Western Mass Firms Explore Team New England Blog (Feb 27 2012) Team New England Blog The EDC has continued our partnership with Team New England (primarily supported by Northeast Utilities) to host regional firms at industrytrade shows. Earlier this month, four western Mass firms – Hoppe Technologies, Peerless Precision, Pittsfield Plastics and Cavallero Plastics -- joined Dave Driver from NU and Mike Graney from the EDC at the west coast Medical Design and Manufacturing (“MD&M) show, the largest of the many MD&M shows around the U.S. At least a dozen other firms from the region exhibited there, in addition to national or multinational firms with a regional presence like Covidien, Bayer, UPG and Pelican ... (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   David Driver   Northeast Utilities Foundation

17. $1 Million TechStart Fund Launched in Connecticut to Spur Technology Innovation and Business Formation Explore Team New England Blog (Feb 10 2012) Connecticut Innovations (CI), the state’s quasi-public authority responsible for technology-based economic development, today announced that it has launched the TechStart Fund, which was created to spur technology innovation and business formation at an early stage. The TechStart Fund is one of several new initiatives slated to be launched under CI’s recently announced plan to deploy $250 million over the next five years.  The TechStart Fund provides initial capital so that startup teams can determine the viability of a technology business and whether funding would be available to launch the new business. Supporting the TechStart Fund is a 10-week ... (Read Full Article)

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18. World’s Smallest City gets Big Economic Expansion Incentive Program Explore Team New England Blog (Jan 23 2012) Rhode Island News The community of Central Falls, Rhode Island continues to take steps toward economic recovery. With stabilized finances, the EDC, at the direction of Governor Chafee, worked with the Receiver's Office to develop an Economic Expansion Incentive Program to expand the city's tax base and encourage business growth, business expansion and relocation as well as revival of existing facilities.  Designed to secure the long-term growth of the city’s tax base, the proposed program consists of two separate incentive approaches: a Jobs Creation Incentive Plan and a Real Property Improvement Incentive Plan.•    The Jobs Creation Incentive Plan would encourage ... (Read Full Article)

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19. Request a Copy of the 2012 Connecticut Economic Review Explore Team New England Blog (Jan 4 2012) Connecticut News The State of Connecticut is an aerospace and financial services center, but did you know we are a national leader in productivity, research and development and advanced education degrees? That suggests a strong base of innovation and the type of location that is attracting more investment from overseas than most other states. These items are among elements that create a profile of Connecticut that you can examine in our new 2012 Connecticut Economic Review: On Course for Success. You can see how we stack up against all other 49 other states and you can view the publication online or request ... (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Connecticut   Cigna   ESPN

20. Reality — Connecticut is on course for prosperity Explore Team New England Blog (Dec 22 2011) Connecticut News As the year draws to a close, I was reflecting on the year that was 2011 and look to the new year. The activity during a four month span (July – October) makes me very optimistic about the Connecticut economy in 2012. During the summer and early fall, the following site selection announcements were made: July 2011, CIGNA announced its plans to move its corporate headquarters to Bloomfield,Connecticut.  August 2011, ESPN decided to build its 19th building on its Bristol, Connecticut campus. The $110 million, 193,000 sq.ft. building will push ESPN’s Connecticut employment over 4000. August 2011 ... (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Connecticut   Cigna   ESPN

21. Qualified Leads -- Key to Business Recruitment Explore Team New England Blog (Dec 5 2011) Years ago I attended a corporate real estate function in New York City.  I was there ostensibly to recruit companies to my state.  Instead the event felt more like cattle moving around the convention center from one grazing opportunity to the next.  People moved from one kiosk to the next trying to grab a neat give-a-way or enter a drawing for a Harley Davidson or some other terrific prize.  You’d see hands lunging towards the give-a-ways or dropping their business card in the drawing bowl, but no one was discussing the product or their needs.  Skeptically I wonder who ... (Read Full Article)

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22. Got Water? Explore Team New England Blog (Dec 5 2011) First, I must admit I am a glass half full kind of person.  As an economic developer in Connecticut, sometimes we have to remind ourselves of how fortunate we are.  We have one of the most productive workforces in the world, leader among states in insurance and financial service jobs, research and development, and high speed connectivity.  Recent events here and around the US reminded me how fortunate we are to have an abundance of water.  Check out this map prepared by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.  http://1.usa.gov/iBUENx  Whereas less than one percent of the ... (Read Full Article)

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23. Team New England at CoreNet Atlanta Explore Team New England Blog (Nov 5 2011) Team New England Blog Team New England is exhibiting at CoreNet in Atlanta, GA November 6 - 8. In addition to exhibiting, TNE is sponsoring the Salute dinner on Sunday and hosting a VIP reception at the Glenn Hotel on Tuesday evening. If you're attending CoreNet, stop by during the conference. (Read Full Article)

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24. Team New England Director Heads Connecticut Economic Resource Center’s Board Explore Team New England Blog (Nov 5 2011) Connecticut News , Team New England Blog The Connecticut Economic Resource Center, Inc. (CERC), a nonprofit economic development firm, has announced its new chairman David Driver, business recruitment manager at Northeast Utilities in Berlin, and director of the six-state Team New England marketing program.  Driver replaces AT&T Executive Director John Emra, who has served as head of CERC’s board since 2006.Driver assumes leadership of the CERC board at a time in Connecticut’s history as new gubernatorial leadership faces grim budget conditions and economic challenges. “I am excited to be working more closely with CERC’s expert staff who provide important economic development resources ... (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Connecticut   Connecticut Innovations   David Driver

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