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No matter your business needs, we can help

Connecticut is a great place for all kinds of businesses.

We welcome businesses of every background and size. We help everyone, from new startups to Fortune 500 companies. Manufacturing, bioscience, insurance, finance, and other industries are successful in CT. Find all the job help you need for your organization here.

Business resources

Business.CT.gov
Manage all your important business needs in one easy place. Learn how at Business.CT.gov.

Business engagement team
CT Department of Labor’s (CTDOL) Business Services Specialists help with recruitment. Meet hiring goals and promote job openings.

Employer resource guide
Visit CTDOL. Find programs, services, and perks. These useful resources are for Connecticut businesses.
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AdvanceCT's workforce guide
Find a list of workforce groups and programs across the state. Visit AdvanceCT to learn more.

Why Connecticut for your business?

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ChooseCT

Learn about ChooseCT resources. You can meet all your hiring goals and promote your job openings.
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Regional Sector Partnerships

Regional sector partnerships

Build a strong workforce. Join a regional sector partnership. These groups help meet shared industry needs.
Learn about partnerships  
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AdvanceCT

AdvanceCT helps create jobs and capital investment. It does this by attracting and growing businesses. It also retains workers.
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Connecticut Business & Industry Association (CBIA)

CBIA is a membership-based organization. It’s the top voice for Connecticut businesses. Find many services, resources, and workforce programs.
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Incentives & tax credits

JobsCT tax rebates 

Learn how your business can receive a tax rebate of up to 50 percent. You can do this by making 25 or more full-time equivalents (FTEs) in the State.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) 

Find out about WOTC. This federal tax credit is available to employers. Businesses get this credit for hiring certain target groups. These people may have faced many challenges in getting jobs.

Business tax incentives directory 

Find Connecticut State tax incentives for businesses.

CCAT for manufacturing 

Grants for Connecticut manufacturers. Find tools, workers, and resources for today's businesses.

Incumbent worker training 

Your business may qualify for grants. This support trains your current workers in new skills. Matching grants range from $5,000 to $50,000 per calendar year. Visit the Incumbent Worker Training page to learn more.

Small business boost fund 

The Connecticut Small Business Boost Fund provides working capital loans. This money is for business owners and nonprofits. Learn more about this resource.