U.S. Economic Development Administration
Federal economic development agency supporting regional planning, investment, and economic competitiveness.
Visit Website →Regional Collaboration
Our Partners
Strong partnerships drive a stronger regional economy. seCTer collaborates with public agencies, businesses, educational institutions, and community organizations to expand opportunity and support sustainable economic growth throughout southeastern Connecticut.
Working Together
Building a Stronger Region Through Partnership
Economic development is a collaborative effort. Our network connects businesses and communities with the resources, expertise, infrastructure, and relationships needed to support long-term regional prosperity.
Business & Economic Growth
Connecting entrepreneurs and established businesses with financing, advising, technical assistance, and economic development resources.
Workforce & Education
Collaborating with employers, educational institutions, and workforce organizations to strengthen regional talent pipelines.
Regional & Community Development
Supporting coordination among municipalities, public agencies, and community organizations to advance shared economic priorities.
Partner Network
Explore Our Partner Directory
Search for an organization or select a category to explore seCTer’s regional network.
Federal Partners
U.S. Small Business Administration
Supports small businesses through financing programs, technical assistance, and entrepreneurial resources.
Visit Website →Defense Logistics Agency
Federal defense logistics organization connected to government contracting and procurement assistance.
Visit Website →Office of Congressman Joe Courtney
Congressional representation for Connecticut’s Second District.
Visit Website →Naval Submarine Base New London
Major naval installation and an important component of southeastern Connecticut’s defense economy.
Visit Website →Naval Submarine Medical Research Laboratory
Conducts biomedical research supporting submarine operations and naval personnel.
Visit Website →U.S. Coast Guard Academy
Federal service academy located in New London, Connecticut.
Visit Website →State Partners
Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development
State agency supporting business growth, investment, job creation, and community development.
Visit Website →Business.CT.gov
Statewide portal offering resources for starting, operating, and growing a business in Connecticut.
Visit Website →Connecticut Office of Policy and Management
State planning, policy, and fiscal management agency.
Visit Website →Connecticut Airport Authority
Oversees state airport facilities and aviation infrastructure, including regional airports.
Visit Website →Connecticut Port Authority
Supports Connecticut’s ports, maritime infrastructure, and maritime economic development.
Visit Website →Connecticut Office of Military Affairs
Supports Connecticut’s military installations, defense sector, and military communities.
Visit Website →Municipal & Tribal Partners
Southeastern Connecticut Council of Governments
Regional planning organization coordinating transportation, land use, and other municipal priorities.
Visit Website →Regional Municipalities
Local governments throughout seCTer’s service region that collaborate on economic and community development initiatives.
Explore seCTer →Mohegan Tribal Nation
Federally recognized Tribal Nation and a major contributor to the regional economy.
Visit Website →Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation
Federally recognized Tribal Nation with significant economic and cultural contributions to the region.
Visit Website →Economic Development & Workforce
AdvanceCT
Supports business recruitment, retention, expansion, and Connecticut’s economic competitiveness.
Visit Website →Eastern Connecticut Workforce Investment Board
Coordinates regional workforce development and employment initiatives.
Visit Website →Eastern Advanced Manufacturing Alliance
Connects manufacturers, education providers, and workforce partners to strengthen manufacturing careers.
Visit Website →Connecticut Small Business Development Center
Provides no-cost advising and technical assistance to small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Visit Website →SCORE
Offers business mentoring, education, and support for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Visit Website →Connecticut Main Street Center
Supports downtown revitalization, vibrant commercial districts, and community development.
Visit Website →Norwich Community Development Corporation
Economic development organization focused on investment, redevelopment, and business growth in Norwich.
Visit Website →Renaissance City Development Association
Supports economic development and redevelopment initiatives in New London.
Visit Website →Preston Riverwalk
Redevelopment initiative focused on investment and economic opportunities in Preston.
Visit Website →Southeastern Connecticut Housing Alliance
Regional collaboration addressing housing needs and related community development priorities.
Visit Website →Education & Training
CT State Community College Three Rivers
Higher education, workforce training, and career pathways serving southeastern Connecticut.
Visit Website →CT State Community College Quinebaug Valley
Community college education, workforce development, and career training in northeastern Connecticut.
Visit Website →Eastern Connecticut State University
Public university in Willimantic supporting education, research, and regional workforce development.
Visit Website →Healthcare & Public Health
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital
New London hospital and member of Yale New Haven Health.
Visit Website →William W. Backus Hospital
Norwich hospital within the Hartford HealthCare system.
Visit Website →Health Improvement Collaborative of Southeastern Connecticut
Regional collaboration supporting community health improvement.
Visit Website →Ledge Light Health District
Public health services and programs for municipalities in southeastern Connecticut.
Visit Website →Uncas Health District
Public health programs and services for communities in eastern Connecticut.
Visit Website →Business, Tourism & Infrastructure
Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut
Business advocacy, networking, and economic development across eastern Connecticut.
Visit Website →Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce
Business networking, advocacy, and support in the greater Norwich area.
Visit Website →Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce
Business and tourism support in Mystic and surrounding communities.
Visit Website →Northeastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce
Business development and networking in northeastern Connecticut.
Visit Website →Windham Region Chamber of Commerce
Supports businesses and economic activity throughout the Windham region.
Visit Website →Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce
Regional business support and networking in the Westerly area.
Visit Website →Southeastern Connecticut Cultural Coalition
Supports the region’s arts, culture, creative economy, and cultural organizations.
Visit Website →Connecticut Tourism
State tourism resources promoting destinations, attractions, and visitor experiences.
Visit Website →Groton Utilities
Municipally owned utility provider serving Groton and supporting regional infrastructure.
Visit Website →Norwich Public Utilities
Municipal utility provider serving Norwich with essential infrastructure services.
Visit Website →Eversource
Energy utility providing infrastructure and services throughout Connecticut.
Visit Website →Connecticut Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative
Public power organization supporting member municipal utilities.
Visit Website →Community Organizations & Media
United Way of Southeastern Connecticut
Supports regional health and human services initiatives and community programs.
Visit Website →The Arc Eastern Connecticut
Provides services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Visit Website →Thames River Innovation Place
Regional innovation initiative connecting public, private, and nonprofit organizations.
Visit Website →BioCT Innovation Commons
Innovation and coworking environment supporting bioscience and entrepreneurial activity.
Visit Website →Thames River Heritage Park
Regional collaboration highlighting historic, cultural, and waterfront destinations.
Visit Website →The Day
Regional newspaper covering southeastern Connecticut communities and businesses.
Visit Website →Norwich Bulletin
Local news organization covering Norwich and surrounding communities.
Visit Website →The Chronicle
Local news organization serving the Windham region and eastern Connecticut.
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