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A collaboration of three towns to shuttle visitors between national and historic sites along the Thames River in southeastern Connecticut
Water taxis ferry visitors on the river, and numerous tours and events are offered during the season
Participating businesses can offer discounts and promotions to visitors in the Ride & Save program
A business incubator and co-working space, owned and developed by the Hamden Economic Development Corporation
Members receive working space, access to an on-site mentor, connections to professional services, and more
Workforce education and financing services also offered
An alliance of public, private, and nonprofit centers in New London and Groton in southeastern Connecticut
Partners collaborate on a shared vision of the future of the Thames River region
Efforts range from improving infrastructure to a Community Concierge program
The Naval & Maritime Consortium (NMC) seeks to leverage a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a diverse maritime economy in southeastern Connecticut
Maximizing opportunities brought about by bolstered submarine production and the emerging offshore wind energy supply chain
Promotes maritime innovation and new technologies
Supports the arts, cultural, and creative businesses of Southeastern Connecticut
Provides core services to connect, strengthen, and advocate for the creative community
Serves as a regional “field office” for the Connecticut Office of the Arts/Department of Economic & Community Development
WBDC works to help women thrive in business
Entrepreneurial and financial education services
Coaching sessions, on-demand classes, and a program for military spouses are among the offerings
Works to increase awareness of manufacturing industry in Connecticut and improve conditions for these businesses in the state
Activities include networking events, policy advocacy, cross-sector collaboration
Open to both manufacturers and non-manufacturers
