Business Development

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• Technology Innovation

  Find R&D partnerships, technical expertise, funding opportunities and tax incentives, all created to spur technological advancements.

• Consider Tax Incentives

  Get details on tax-advantaged sites, including incentives for Airport Development Zones, Enterprise Zones and Transit-Oriented Development.

• Airport Development Zone

  Discover incentives for businesses building or renovating facilities near Connecticut's airport development zones

• Enterprise Corridor Zone

  Find incentives for development along the Route 8 corridor and Interstate 395.

• Minority Business Advising

  Discover organizations that offer an array of business counseling services to help minority enterprises grow.

• CT Communities Challenge Grant

  The Department of Economic and Community Development (“DECD”) is undertaking a competitive grant application process to fund multiple projects under the CT Communities Challenge Grant Program in an effort to improve livability, vibrancy, convenience and equity of communities throughout the state.

• State Trade Expansion Program (STEP)

  Learn about assistance designed to help Connecticut’s small business community thrive in the global marketplace by increasing the value of small business exports.

• Urban/Industrial Sites Reinvestment Tax Credit

  Discover tax incentives and support services for companies that invest in urban and industrial sites needing revitalization.

• Insurance Reinvestment Tax Credit

  See how insurers that invest with approved fund managers can earn a 100% insurance premium tax credit.

• Corporate Business Tax Credits

  Explore this overview for more information on all the Connecticut Business Tax Credits.

• Digital Media & Motion Picture Tax Credit

  Apply for tax credits of up to 30% for production and post-production expenses in Connecticut.

• Manufacturing Machinery and Equipment Tax Exemption

  Learn about a five-year, 100% property tax exemption for manufacturers buying eligible equipment.

• Angel Investor Tax Credit

  Learn how to gain a state income tax credit by investing at least $25,000 in a qualifying startup.

• Request for Proposals - Support CT Small Business 2022

  Request for Proposals - Small Business Support Programs

• Sales and Use Tax Exemption

  Discover tax relief for the purchase of qualified tangible property or projects contributing significantly to a targeted industry cluster.