Data & Research
Access demographic, employment, industry, and location-based information to support economic development planning, investment decisions, grant applications, and business expansion.
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Supporting businesses, municipalities, and regional partners through data, strategic planning, site selection, and economic development assistance across southeastern Connecticut.
Building a Stronger Regional Economy
seCTer is the designated Economic Development Organization for southeastern Connecticut’s Economic Development District. We work with municipalities, businesses, and regional partners to support investment, business retention and expansion, and long-term economic growth.
Municipal Grant Support
seCTer assists member municipalities with economic development grant research, supporting data, project narratives, and proposals for applicable funding opportunities, including federal economic development programs.
Site Selection & Business Attraction
We help businesses and developers evaluate potential locations using demographic, workforce, traffic, and market data. seCTer also works with municipalities and partners to identify opportunities for business retention, expansion, and attraction.
Regional Planning & Partnerships
seCTer works with municipal, state, federal, and private-sector partners to advance regional economic development priorities, strengthen competitiveness, and support implementation of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS).
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Additional Resources
Tools & Information
Explore resources supporting site selection and regional economic development initiatives.
AdvanceCT SiteFinder
Explore Connecticut’s commercial property and site selection resources through AdvanceCT.
Visit AdvanceCT →EDA Funding Webinar
Watch a recorded discussion of Economic Development Administration funding opportunities for Connecticut Economic Development Districts and Councils of Governments.
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Get in Touch
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Let’s Discuss Your Economic Development Needs
Looking for regional data, site selection assistance, municipal grant support, or help with an economic development initiative? Contact seCTer to discuss how we can assist.
Kaitlin Ferrero
Economic Development Specialist