AdvanceCT Answers Questions About Connecticut
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Executives will ask us, “What is a Foreign Trade Zone in Connecticut, and how can my business benefit from an FTZ?” A Foreign Trade Zone is a federally designated, secure area under U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) supervision. They operate similarly to internally “free-trade zones.” There are financial benefits...
Connecticut is a focal point for aerospace leadership and innovation, which is why some of the best aerospace companies on the East Coast choose Connecticut as their base of operations. These companies - more than 236 - are located here to be part of “Aerospace Alley,” an ecosystem of world-class...
In Connecticut, it’s easy to answer the question - “Who are the top medical device companies on the East Coast?” We know them personally because they’re in our innovative state and rely on our educated talent to fuel their growth.
Connecticut has long been a hub for innovation in...
Entrepreneurs wondering, “How can I get angel investors in Connecticut?” sometimes reach out to AdvanceCT for support. In the United States, Connecticut has the largest amount of hedge fund capital outside of New York. But hedge funds typically won’t invest in startups, waiting until they are at least early-stage. Angel...
Connecticut’s Park City Wind Farm project is an 804-megawatt offshore wind project that is being constructed 22 miles off the coast to harness the strongest winds on the east coast. The project is contained within Avangrid Renewables’ federally designated lease area and will have significant energy and economic benefits for...
If you’re interested in moving, it’s natural to ask, “Is Connecticut one of the best states to live in 2022?” The answer - absolutely! Connecticut continues to top the list as a top state to live because of our incredible economic opportunities and high quality of life. For example, in...