BUSINESS ACTION PLAN

2011 – 2015

Carroll Tomorrow focuses on preparing for and promoting quality growth and development in Carroll County. Since its creation in 2001, Carroll Tomorrow has worked closely with regional and state economic development professionals to support expansion of existing business and recruit new companies to the area. Carroll Tomorrow also works closely with local development authorities, the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, merchant organizations and all other groups engaged in economic and community development. Through the united efforts of this organization and community, we are able to deliver “one stop shop” services in Carroll County.

Carroll Tomorrow also operates a business resource center and incubator, The Burson Center, supporting small business growth, development, and new start ups. The Burson Center opened in 2006 and is available to any business in and around Carroll County. Many free or low cost services and programs are provided to Burson Center clients and the local business community.

Carroll County business and community leaders, educators and government officials have developed a new five-year Strategy for economic development. Those members of the Strategic Planning Task Force, listed on the back cover, have created and endorsed this Business Action Plan. Outlined in this document are focused strategies for:

• Economic development,
• Education and workforce development,
• Business retention, expansion and recruitment
• Government relations and leadership, and
• Quality of life improvements

This $ 3.3 million, 5-year initiative builds on the strengths and resources of existing economic development efforts and coordinates them with this new focused funding. Through Carroll Tomorrow and its Stakeholders, Carroll County has created a strategy to compete in the global economy while building a world class business environment.