Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce
Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce is the one stop resource for local businesses, residents and visitors.
Contact: Tom Donahue – Executive Vice President/CEO
802-773-2747 • www.rutlandvermont.com

Rutland Regional Planning Commission
The Rutland Regional Planning Commission promotes cooperation of local planning commissions and local legislative bodies and officials; encourages the coordinated development of the region; prepares and adopts comprehensive regional plans - including policies and strategies for the future of the Rutland Region; and performs other functions appropriate to fulfill the duties and obligations it has undertaken.
Contact: Mark Blucher, Executive Director
802-775-0871 • www.rutlandrpc.org

VtSBDC
(Vermont Small Business Development Center)
Housed at REDC, the Vermont Small Business Development Center provides free technical assistance to starting and growing small businesses. Operated through the Vermont State College System, VtSBDC links businesses with higher education, state and federal programs, as well as other businesses. The VtSBDC offers in-depth counseling assistance at no cost to ensure more successful startups of new enterprises and to strengthen existing firms. With access to a comprehensive resource and information library, the VtSBDC can provide business planning assistance, marketing help, referrals and much more. In addition, VtSBDC periodically sponsors low-cost business training seminars on a variety of topics. For more information, contact our local Vermont Small Business Development specialist at REDC.
Contact: Chris Herriman, VtSBDC Counselor
802-773-9147 x209 • www.vtsbdc.org

RRWIB
Rutland Region Workforce Investment Board The RRWIB links Rutland County business and education communities to bridge the gap between the workforce of today and the one we need for tomorrow. Partners working to strengthen our economy by fostering relationships among employers, educators, and service providers to enable people to get the skills they need to find productive and rewarding work.
Contact: Nancy Burzon - Executive Director
802-293-2044 • njburzon@vermontel.net

VMEC
The Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center
VMEC is a not-for-profit center created to provide assistance to Vermont's small and medium size manufacturers (under 500 employees). VMEC's goal is to help your company improve its bottom line. VMEC provides one-on-one support and services. They help manufacturers solve problems, increase productivity, modernize processes and improve competitiveness. For assistance with your production concerns
Contact: Dan Shea at VMEC
802-483-2600 • www.vmec.org

Department of Economic Development
The Vermont Department of Economic Development works to create and retain quality jobs and strengthen the competitiveness of Vermont’s business and the overall economy. It offers a variety of programs to assist existing and potential businesses such as training grants, assistance with government contracting, technical advice for international trade, and job growth incentives.
Contact: Mike Quinn - Commissioner
802-828-3080 • www.thinkvermont.com

Vermont Department of Labor Workforce Development Division
The Rutland Career Resource Center VDOL's primary focus is to provide services that assist businesses, workers, and job seekers.
Contact: Larry Sudlow
802-786-8805 • www.labor.vermont.gov

SCORE
SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business" is a nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Contact: Bryan Jones, District Director of Vermont
603-526-2253 • www.score.org