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Business Resources for Economic Development in Decatur County, TN
Last Updated on Monday, 01 February 2010 17:07 Thursday, 10 September 2009 12:16
About Decatur County - Business Info
The following list of web links, is a collection of small business, industry, and demographic, web resources. If you have a web link that you feel should be added to this list, please email us with the information so that we can evaluate it post it here to further enhance our collection of web resources for our business leaders.
West Tennessee Industrial Association
Organized in 1956, WTIA is now today is one of the most automated industrial development organizations in the United States. We provide information and support to prospective companies worldwide.
WTIA is empowered by the 23 electric power distributors to assist you in finding a site within our 21 county area where your company can benefit from the global advantages of doing business in West Tennessee.
URL: http://www.wtia.org
Decatur County Joint Economic and Community Development Board
The Joint Economic and Community Development board is made up of the City and County Mayors with the Board members from business, government and private sector. The goal is to promote the growth of all members represented through joint cooperation. To find out more, contact Bob Newberry, email below.
EMAIL: Bob Newberry This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
URL: http://www.decaturcountytn.org
Southwest Tennessee Development District
As a planning organization, the Southwest Tennessee Development District promotes the renewal and revitalization of both rural and urban communities through betterment of an economic base (Economic Development), physical infrastructure (Community Development) and quality of life (Area Agency on Aging) for the eight county area that we serve.
URL: http://www.swtdd.org
USDA Rural Development
The overall mission of USDA Rural Development is to improve the quality of life for rural Americans. To accomplish this we have the responsibility of coordinating Federal assistance in rural areas of our great state.
Working closely with profit and non-profit sectors, along with state, tribal, and local governments, we are fundamentally changing the way in which the Federal government does business. With this new philosophy of public partnership many positive outcomes for rural Americans are occurring daily.
It is Rural Development's intention to ensure rural citizens can participate fully in the global economy. By providing technical assistance and programs to rural Americans, a stronger economy will be built and will improve the quality of life for all.
URL: http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/tn
TVA
Since March 1995, TVA economic development assistance has helped create or retain over 260,000 jobs in the Tennessee Valley. TVA economic development loan funds have helped create or retain 36,838 jobs for Tennessee Valley residents.
For every loan dollar TVA invests, $27 is brought to the table by other investors. Since March 1995 TVA loan commitments of $110 million have leveraged more than $3 billion in additional investment. As of March 2002, TVA-supported business incubators have helped launch 1,100 companies, creating 6,100 jobs.
URL: http://www.tva.com
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
Tennessee's phenomenal economic momentum is garnering the attention of leading companies around the world. With our central location, skilled workforce, outstanding transportation network and pro-business environment, Tennessee readily offers the tools for businesses to succeed. From the automotive industry to high technology, to printing and publishing, to warehousing and distribution the state's diverse business base speaks volumes as to the wealth of economic and lifestyle advantages that are helping companies build better products more efficiently.
It is the mission of the Department of Economic and Community Development (ECD) to encourage economic growth and maintain a bright business climate in Tennessee. ECD assists Tennessee communities in preparing and competing for economic development and job creation opportunities. The department also offers support services for entrepreneurs, existing industries and new firms, while marketing the state and recruiting new industries domestically and internationally. Tennessee is the right match for businesses looking for a consistent, predictable and aggressively pro-business climate where they can grow and be profitable. We are ready to work with you to explore the opportunities waiting in Tennessee.
URL: http://www.state.tn.us/ecd
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